by Beth Cougler Blom | Sep 27, 2023 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, Beth Cougler Blom talks with Neelu Kaur about how we can maintain our well-being and prevent burnout, particularly as people who do facilitation work. Beth and Neelu also talk about: Mental health, self-advocacy, and cultural identity, particularly...
by Beth Cougler Blom | Aug 23, 2023 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, Beth Cougler Blom talks with Julias Alego about how music has been a part of his life in Kenya so far, and how he uses it in his facilitation work. Beth and Julias also talk about: Considerations around choosing music for a facilitated event Potential...
by Beth Cougler Blom | Aug 9, 2023 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, Beth Cougler Blom talks with Mary Houle and Sarra Ismail about the importance of pronouncing people’s names correctly, how to learn how to do it respectfully, and why it’s related to inclusive facilitation practices. Beth, Sarra and Mary...
by Beth Cougler Blom | Jun 28, 2023 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, Beth Cougler Blom talks with Brett Macdonald about learning and using improv skills and techniques in facilitation, and how they may be more available to people who work with groups than we originally might think. Beth and Brett also talk about: The...
by Beth Cougler Blom | May 24, 2023 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, Beth Cougler Blom talks with Johnnie Moore about his book, Unhurried at Work, and how we as facilitators can embrace unhurried conversations and practices. While working this way isn’t always easy, it may just be what we need in the world right...