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Author: Trevor Ragan - The Learner Lab

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Each episode we focus on one topic that can help you become a better leader and learner. We do our best to keep it short, useful, and engaging. Whenever possible we bring in the experts to share their research and work.

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A little bit of reflection can lead to a lot of benefits for learning and performance. Giada Di Stefano joins to discuss the her work on the surprising benefits of reflection. Her work shows how valuable it can be to the learning process and that in some situations it’s more beneficial than additional practice. We work through her paper that outlines: – the best strategies for reflection – when reflection is most effective – how we can use these strategies as individuals and leaders This ...
We can all change. But we usually don't. The good news: we can fix this Katy Milkman is one of the world's leading experts on change and human behavior. She shares specific tools to overcome: – Laziness – Forgetfulness – Procrastination – Getting Started – Impulsivity – Conformity – Confidence Quick Links: Katy Milkman Watch on YouTube Episode Page The Learner Lab Katy Milkman is the James G. Dinan Professor at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and holds a secondary app...
There's been some exciting advancements in the world of growth mindset. David Yeager joins to share some of his latest research. – A quick growth mindset overview – Addressing growth mindset controversies – The new era of growth mindset – David Yeager: A Synergistic Mindset Intervention – Tips for building a growth mindset Quick Links: David Yeager The Learner Lab Full Show Notes Watch on YouTube Stress Mindset Episode Dr. Yeager is an Associate Professor at The University of Texas. He is...
The way we think about stress can change the way it affects us. Understanding the way our mindsets impact stress is essential for better learning and leadership. Kelly McGonigal explains how it all works. Quick Links: Watch on YouTube Kelly McGonigal The Upside of Stress The Learner Lab Podcast Studies: Jeremy Jamieson GRE Study Alia Crum 2013 Alia Crum 2023 Kelly McGonigal is a health psychologist and lecturer at Stanford University who specializes in understanding the mind-body connecti...
Boomer, Gen X, Millennial - we use these labels all the time, but there's two problems: 1. There's no scientific support for real generational differences 2. Using the labels actually causes a bunch of problems, especially for learning & development Two experts in the field, David Costanza & Cort Rudolph join us to to discuss: - the limits of traditional generational research - the problems that the perceived generational differences/ labels cause - a better way to think about grou...
Hardiness is a strong predictor of our ability to deal with challenges and change. Decades of research shows it plays an important role in both learning and resilience. Yet, it doesn’t get enough attention – it’s time to change that. Quick Links: Watch on YouTube Hardiness by Paul Bartone The Learner Lab One of the world’s leading experts in hardiness, Paul Bartone joins to talk about his research. We focus on why hardiness is an important topic for learning, and different strategies to bui...
Outcome Bias Outcome Bias is a common trap we all fall into, when we judge a decision based on the results, instead of looking at the process itself. This impacts learning, leadership, and decision making more than we realize. Annie Duke and Övül Sezer show us how to change that. Quick Links: Learner Lab Podcast Annie Duke Övül Sezer The Learner Lab Website Annie Duke is an author, speaker, and consultant in the decision-making space, as well as Special Partner focused on Decision Science ...
Gaining experience and expertise is great for us – as individuals. However, research shows, this can hurt our capacity to connect with, lead, and advise others. This is called the curse of expertise and to become a more effective leaders we need to understand what it is and how to avoid it. Ting Zhang, from Harvard Business School, outlines her research on the curse of expertise – focusing on what it is, why it matters, and strategies we can use to avoid it. Quick Links: Watch on YouTube Ti...
Learning is the most important skill. Great learners are agile, resilient, and adaptable. Great learners can acquire new skills when new demands arise. In times of change, learners will thrive. The best news: learning is a skill – one that anyone can get better at. This book will provide the tools and science to help you do just that. Learner Lab Website Trevor Ragan Learner the Audiobook Episode 5 Overview: - How to become a better learner - Learner action plan - Learning more efficiently&n...
Learning is the most important skill. Great learners are agile, resilient, and adaptable. Great learners can acquire new skills when new demands arise. In times of change, learners will thrive. The best news: learning is a skill – one that anyone can get better at. This book will provide the tools and science to help you do just that. Learner Lab Website Trevor Ragan Learner the Audiobook The End of Trauma by George Bonanno Chapters & Release Schedule: Episode 1 – Oct 19 Chapter 1 – Rud...
Learning is the most important skill. Great learners are agile, resilient, and adaptable. Great learners can acquire new skills when new demands arise. In times of change, learners will thrive. The best news: learning is a skill – one that anyone can get better at. This book will provide the tools and science to help you do just that. Learner Lab Website Trevor Ragan Learner the Audiobook Episode Overview: - How fear impacts learning - How our default approach to dealing with fear and discom...
Learning is the most important skill. Great learners are agile, resilient, and adaptable. Great learners can acquire new skills when new demands arise. In times of change, learners will thrive. The best news: learning is a skill – one that anyone can get better at. This book will provide the tools and science to help you do just that. LarryWilkins.com Learner Lab Website Trevor Ragan Learner the Audiobook Episode Overview: - Growth mindset deep dive - How our mindset impact learning - How ou...
Learning is the most important skill. Great learners are agile, resilient, and adaptable. Great learners can acquire new skills when new demands arise. In times of change, learners will thrive. The best news: learning is a skill – one that anyone can get better at. This book will provide the tools and science to help you do just that. Learner Lab Website Trevor Ragan Learner the Audiobook Chapters & Release Schedule: Episode 1 – Oct 19 Chapter 1 – Rudy Chapter 2 – Why Learning Chapter 3...
We wrote a book. But instead of selling it to you, we're going to present the whole thing, right here, in an audiobook format, for free. We'll drop a few chapters each week! For contact information + more free learning resources visit: www.thelearnerlab.com
The way we traditionally look at emotions can hurt our capacity to grow. To become a better learner we need to change our perceptions of emotions, learn to feel them, understand them, and to work with them rather than against them. Featuring: Susan David - Psychologist: Harvard Medical School Marc Brackett - Director: Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence Full show notes Quick Links: Susan David Emotional Agility by Susan David Checking with Susan David (podcast) Marc Brackett Permission ...
Our actions have more of an impact on the learning environment than we realize. If we understand the power of modeling, upgrade the way we think about it, and become more intentional about it - we can all improve the learning environment for the people around us. Special guests: Karch Kiraly - Head Coach: USA Women's Volleyball Ceci Craft - All Terrain Project Full Show Notes Quick Links: Ceci Craft Karch Kiraly All Terrain Project Imitation Study Imitation Who What Study Psychological Saf...
All practice is not created equally. To become a better learner we need to engage in more purposeful, deliberate practice. Anders Ericsson, one of the world's leading experts in learning, explains how we can use his research to get better at getting better. Full show notes Quick Links Anders Ericsson Peak by Anders Ericsson Alex Belser Trevor Ragan
To build a skill or make a lasting change we have to get on the path of taking and sustaining action. Understanding a few core principles from the field of behavioral economics can help us stay on that path - helping groups and individuals take more action and become better learners. Full Show Notes Quick Links Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely Alex Belser Trevor Ragan
Research shows that communicating with stories can lead to more retention, action, and connection - which are all essential elements of learning. Today we're going to present the research that shows why stories are so powerful. And then Matthew Dicks (one of the world's best storytellers) will give us some tools and techniques to become better storytellers and communicators. Full Show Notes Quick Links Matthew Dicks Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks Retention Study Simulation Study Blood Pressu...
Often times we judge our process and decisions by to the quality of the outcome. The research calls this outcome bias and the poker world calls it resulting. No matter what you call it, this can lead to a number of traps that hurt the learning process. The good news: once we understand how it works we can find ways to avoid resulting and become better learners. Full Show Notes Quick Links Outcome Bias Study Thinking in Bets by Annie Duke Casey Yontz’s Twitter Alex Belser’s Website Trevor Ra...
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Abel Espino

Your last pad cost was amazing!! Thank you so much for the work you put into it. It'll help my life out so well. Thank you 🙏🏼

Jun 19th
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ben deco

Trev, Alex. Great to hear you back for second season, would like to have more but understand the work schedule. old sticker here in UK looking shabby. Keep passing your details about the rugby union coaches here in the UK also... maybe a few to hand out in development stuff??

Mar 19th
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Cliffy B.

Ep9. Some peeps metabolize stank water (coffee) faster than otherseseses.

May 18th
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Tessa O'Donnell

love this pod, been recommending it to all my friends. I'm doing my masters in sport psychology right now and this is so helpful and interesting !!

May 16th
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Cliffy B.

Ep3. PRACTICE? WE TALKING ‘BOUT PRACTICE? Mega dope episode. And so easy to apply to my so-called life.

May 7th
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Abel Espino

Hey guys! I've really been enjoying your podcasts. I highly recommend seeing about adding some music in the background. I've been having lo-fi hip hop beats playing on YouTube. and I think it plays off your theme/voices real well and makes it addicting to listen to.

Apr 11th
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Erica Tanner Davis

Great job!! Really enjoying this podcast.

Mar 20th
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ben deco

Nice move Trev, support from the UK.👍🏻

Feb 13th
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