Winner of 2 2019 Audio Verse Awards! Shadowrun actual play podcast of an all women runner team taking on the mean shadows of St. Louis! Discord: https://discord.gg/tp63H2s
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Ramblings about W. Edwards Deming in the digital transformation era. The general idea of the podcast is derived from Dr. Demming's seminal work described in his New Economics book - System of Profound Knowledge ( SoPK ). We'll try and get a mix of interviews from IT, Healthcare, and Manufacturing with the goal of aligning these ideas with Digital Transformation possibilities. Everything related to Dr. Deming's ideas is on the table (e.g., Goldratt, C.I. Lewis, Ohno, Shingo, Lean, Agile, and ...
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This is a podcast by Matt Heiszler and Walter Sheppard, talking about RPGs like Pathfinder, D&D, and Starfinder, GMing, as well as board games, Magic: the Gathering, and just about anything else that comes to mind. Published about twice a month.
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Val and Mary return as the girls grapple with what has befallen their former comrade. But what they don't know is that danger still lurks everywhere.... There were several unforeseen difficulties with our audio that can still be heard in the final product. Thankfully, after this recording we were able to fix our audio setup so this particular audio…
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Yikes, seems like the girls might've attracted some unwanted attention. Things just got a lot more complicated... Announcer- Dot FEATURING: The incredible Tales From the Stuffer Shack! Find them here: https://redfathom.com/stuffer-shack Writer- Dot Editor/ Producer- Chris
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The girls set to untangling the web they are caught in. Jet can wear shorts now so her focus goes out the window. Meanwhile, Jo and Eris play catchup. Can they sort through their feelings? Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Executive Producer – Eric Intro Music by S…
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Parents, are you worried that you can't see what your child is doing every single second of the day? Is the surveillance state not giving you piece of mind? Dr. Pringle-Bottomly has some foolproof ways to tell if your child is in a gang! Cast: Mary Kay Colon- Maddie Melissa Owens- Cyd Brent [REDACTED]- Eric Dr. Alistair Pringle-Bottomly- Chris FEAT…
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S5 E7 - Dr. Bill Bellows - Thinking About Thinking and the In2:InThinking Forum 2025
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48:56I have a deeply insightful conversation with Dr. Bill Bellows in this episode of the Profound Podcast. We dive into the heart of what it means to think about thinking—a concept that lies at the core of the In2:InThinking Network, a community Dr. Bellows co-founded to carry forward the transformational work of W. Edwards Deming and other systems pio…
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Message in the Mirror [Season 3: Episode 11]
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25:03Jo drives home and Jet calls the cavalry. All they have to do now is wait for the other shoe to dro- oh. Oh no. Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Executive Producer – Eric Intro Music by Synthezx Outro Music by Austin Miller Background Music by Machinima Sound Supp…
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S5 E6 - Jim Highsmith – Navigating the Past to Shape the Future
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46:35In this episode, I have a fascinating conversation with Jim Highsmith. We dive into Jim’s six-decade career in software development, his role in the Agile movement, and how his early influences continue to shape his thinking on digital transformation today. Jim shares stories from the punch card era to the Agile Manifesto, offering insight into the…
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The Dragon Variation [Season 3: Episode 10]
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35:30When you run in the shadows, you are often the most dangerous person in a room. What does our Face do when the tables are turned? The stakes are high and one wrong move could send her whole world tumbling down. To learn more about our guest characters, check out Dragon Variation on the Openly Gamer Theater feed here CAST: Eris- Shannon Apex- Brando…
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fl00k is back with his friend J4ZZ to bring you all the news the GOVERNMENT and the CORPO MEDIA won't give you (#FreeSkum) Aliens, do they walk among us? Wait, who's that? This is supposed to be a secure channel! CAST: fl00k- Cyd J4ZZ- Shannon FEATURING: What the Dice! Their second season is a Shadowrun 5e actual play with a KILLER setting. Serious…
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As per usual, Jet has left disaster in her wake. Her... very fast wake. Wow, was that a sub 5 minute mile? As for Jo? It looks like it's deja vu all over again... Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Executive Producer – Eric Intro Music by Synthezx Outro Music by Aus…
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The gang from the Morning Hoop goes mask off to react to the new developments in the hospital attack. Xenith Kor- Chris Melissa Owens- Cyd Mary Kate Colon- Maddie Brent REDACTED- Eric FEATURING: Fellow Midwestern podcast, Bug City Blues! https://open.spotify.com/show/1x23ClaSIoKIPz19TXtMF2?si=788e1cebe97641e6…
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S5 E5 - Mark Graban – Learning from Mistakes in Lean and Beyond
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55:47In this episode, I sit down with Mark Graban, a leading voice in Lean and continuous improvement, to explore the enduring relevance of W. Edwards Deming’s principles in modern industries. Mark shares his decades of work in healthcare, manufacturing, and leadership consulting. We dive into key themes from Mark’s career and writing, particularly his …
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Val reaches out, but can she come to terms with the terms? Meanwhile, Jo goes ham and Jet hits the bricks. Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Executive Producer – Eric Intro Music by Synthezx Outro Music by Austin Miller Background Music by Machinima Sound Support u…
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Were you wondering what the girls were watching at Uncle Bills? Wonder no longer. This segment aired at 4 o'clock PM CST on Sunday September 7th, 2081. Ajla Kovač- Cyd Editor/Producer/Writer- Cyd FEATURING: Pink Fohawk! Incredible 2nd edition AP podcast, check them out! https://open.spotify.com/show/5fKd0STUvxIlaqOdPu7ejE?si=l7MV2pPISU-cJHd-0ej84Q…
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S5 E4 - Reuven Cohen – AI, Automation, and the Future of Human Work
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57:04In this episode, I have a fascinating conversation with Reuven Cohen, someone who I believe is one of the most important voices in AI today. Reuven recounts his journey in technology, from being an early advocate of cloud computing to now working at the cutting edge of AI and reasoning models. He shares insights into how AI is shifting the nature o…
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Collateral experiences collateral damage, Jet infiltrates the justice system, and Gracie's just along for the ride. Will the girls rise to the occasion? Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Executive Producer – Eric Intro Music by Synthezx Outro Music by Austin Miller…
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Thank you so much for tuning in to Gateway Frequencies. We at the Canadian American Nations Private Radio welcome your support, and invite you to make that support monetary. CAST: Skylar DuBois- Maddie Roxie Webb- Cyd Philben Combs- Eric FEATURING: Pride Against Prejudice, a Shadowrun 4e Actual Play set in New York. Check them out here: https://ope…
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Have you ever been in a situation where you don't realize how messed up it is until you try to tell someone else? Maybe it's time that the girls have a bit of a sanity check... Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Executive Producer – Eric Intro Music by Synthezx Outr…
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S5 E3 - Joseph Enochs – DeepSeek, Emergent Behavior, and the Future of Intelligence
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54:28In this episode, I talk with returning guest Joseph Enochs about the artificial intelligence (AI) world and its implications for businesses and innovation. A major highlight of the conversation is an analysis of DeepSeek, an open-source AI model developed by a Chinese company. Joseph explains how DeepSeek and similar models demonstrate that AI deve…
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This segment of the Morning Hoop resulted in 435 call ins, only 10 of which were complaints. Go figure. This segment was aired on Saturday September 6th, 2081. Melissa Owens- Cyd Mary Kaye Colon- Maddie Brent REDACTED- Eric FEATURING: Critical Hits, creator of SINless! https://www.youtube.com/@criticalhits42069 Edited and produced by Cyd…
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S5 E2 - Laksh Raghavan - Multidisciplinary Thinking in Complex Systems Part 2
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36:25In this episode, I continue my conversation with Laksh Raghavan, a cybersecurity leader and systems thinker, diving into profound insights on applying multidisciplinary approaches to organizational challenges. Picking up from Part 1, this discussion illuminates the principles of W. Edwards Deming and other thought leaders in fostering organizationa…
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Hamsteaks and Beefcakes [Season 3: Episode 5]
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39:36They're awake! It's a miracle! What will be revealed by our two invalids? Tune in to find out. Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Executive Producer – Eric Intro Music by Synthezx Outro Music by Austin Miller Background Music by Machinima Sound Support us on Patreon…
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Congratulations, you've stumbled upon a recording of St Louis's number 1 pirate radio show, confLOUence. This episode was dropped on Saturday September 6th, 2081. fl00k- Cyd SKUM- Geddy FEATURING: Igni from Berlin, It's a Bug Not a Feature! https://linktr.ee/bugmasterigni He's an OG Glitch follower with an incredible podcast, check it out! Edited a…
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S5 E1 - Laksh Raghavan - Multidisciplinary Thinking in Complex Systems Part 1
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38:17In this episode of The Profound Podcast, I welcome back cybersecurity expert and systems thinker Laksh Raghavan. Laksh explores how multidisciplinary thinking bridges the gap between theory and practice in solving complex problems. The discussion begins with Laksh's professional journey, highlighting his early dissatisfaction with conventional cons…
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The girls find out where they stand, and realize that the cracks are more widespread than they thought... Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Executive Producer – Eric Intro Music by Synthezx Outro Music by Austin Miller Background Music by Machinima Sound Support us…
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These coincidences just keep piling up! Something stinks in the city of St. Louis... And it's not just the toxic landfill. Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Executive Producer – Eric Intro Music by Synthezx Outro Music by Austin Miller Background Music by Machinima…
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S4 E28 - Dr. Bill Bellows - Bridging Deming, DevOps, and the Power of Systems Thinking Part 2
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37:55In this second part of my conversation with Dr. Bill Bellows, we continue our deep dive into the profound concepts of W. Edwards Deming and their modern applications in leadership, systems thinking, and operational excellence. Dr. Bellows brings his wealth of experience and insight to tackle complex questions about embedding systems thinking within…
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S4 E27 - Dr. Bill Bellows - Bridging Deming, DevOps, and the Power of Systems Thinking Part 1
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41:05In this episode, I engage with Dr. Bill Bellows in a deep dive into the application of W. Edwards Deming’s systems thinking in software development and DevOps. Dr. Bellows, a veteran in quality management and an expert in Deming’s principles, shares insights on variation, Taguchi loss functions, and the synthesis of parts in a system to highlight g…
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S4 E26 - An Important In2:In Thinking Announcement
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9:54In this short episode, I reconnect with Dr. Bill Bellows, a frequent guest and advocate for W. Edwards Deming's principles. The conversation focuses on reviving the In2:In Thinking Network, a nonprofit Dr. Bellows co-founded to improve how individuals and organizations work, learn, and think together. Dr. Bellows discusses the origins of the networ…
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We interrupt your normal broadcast to bring you a special excerpt from your favorite morning radio show, The Morning Hoop! This episode aired on Friday September 5th, 2081. Xenith Kor- Chris Melissa Owens- Cyd Mary Kaye Colon- Maddie Brent REDACTED- Eric FEATURING: Adam from Dragon's Greed Gaming! https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paydata-a-shadowru…
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S4 E25 - Dr. David Woods - Resilience and Complexity: Part Two
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48:37In this second installment of my conversation with Dr. David Woods, we continue our exploration of resilience engineering and complexity science, focusing on practical applications and actionable strategies. Building on the foundational concepts from part one, Dr. Woods offers deeper insights into how organizations can thrive in unpredictable envir…
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Whoa, did you see those dead bodies in the front yard? Val and Jo get back together, and Jet races to the hospital. Will she get there in time? Can Val smooth over her indiscretions? Can Jo keep a cool head? And is anybody gonna do anything about these bodies? Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Ed…
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S4 E24 - Dr. David Woods - Resilience and Complexity: Part One
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47:21In this episode, I sit down with Dr. David Woods, a leading expert in resilience engineering and complexity science, for the first of a two-part conversation. Together, we explore the interplay between resilience, complexity, and systems thinking, diving into how these principles intersect with W. Edwards Deming’s transformative ideas on quality an…
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Relationship drama! Psychological trauma! Several dead bodies! The UCAS healthcare system! Just another day in the life of St. Louis's most infamous shadowrunning team. What is in store for the Glitches? Tune in to find out! Cast: Collateral – Maddie Binary – Dot Eris – Shannon Jet - Cyd Continuity Editor- Dot Editor/Producer- Cyd Gamemaster/Execut…
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S4 E23 - Tracy Ragan - Tackling DevOps, AI, and Women in Tech
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56:32In this episode, I invite Tracy Ragan, CEO of DeployHub, on the podcast for an in-depth discussion on the evolution of DevOps, the complexities of modern software systems, and the cultural challenges women face in technology. Tracy's rich history in software development, from working on mainframes in the late 1980s to spearheading DevOps advancemen…
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S4 E22 - Dr. Jabe Bloom - Navigating the Myths and Realities of AI with Pragmatism
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1:09:51In this episode of The Profound Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jabe Bloom, a researcher and expert in systems thinking, AI, and digital transformation. We explore Eric Lawson’s book The Myth of AI, tackling the contentious debate around artificial general intelligence (AGI). Dr. Bloom offers insights from his dissertation and divides the ongoing disc…
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S4 E21 - Erik J. Larson - The Myth of AI and Unravelling The Hype
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1:04:25In this episode of the Profound Podcast, I speak with Erik J. Larson, author of The Myth of Artificial Intelligence, about the speculative nature and real limitations of AI, particularly in relation to achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Larson delves into the philosophical and scientific misunderstandings surrounding AI, challenging t…
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S4 E20 - Dr. Jabe Bloom - Navigating Complexity with Pragmatic Philosophy
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1:05:27In this episode of The Profound Podcast, I have an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jabe Bloom, a prominent voice in the fields of DevOps and digital transformation. The discussion revolves around the philosophical underpinnings of scientific reasoning and its application to complex systems, particularly through the lens of Charles Sanders Peirce…
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S4 E19 - Andrew Clay Shafer - Unpacking DevOps Evolution and the Future of Digital Transformation
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51:47In this episode of The Profound Podcast, I speak with Andrew Clay Shafer, a pivotal figure in the DevOps community and a key influencer in the industry. They delve into the evolution of DevOps, its current state, and its implications for the future, particularly in the context of digital transformation. The conversation begins with a reflection on …
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S4 E18 - Joseph Enochs - Embracing AI in the Enterprise
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1:15:23In this episode, I speak with Joseph Enochs, Managing Director of AI/ML and Emerging Technologies at Enterprise Vision Technologies. Known for his extensive background in DevOps and digital transformation, Joseph shares his remarkable journey transitioning into the AI domain. Joseph begins by recounting how his interest in AI was sparked, notably i…
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S4 E 17 - Dr. Barbara Lawton - Insights on Evolution and Learning in the Digital Age
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1:20:44In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Barbara Lawton, a distinguished statistician and expert in experimental design. Dr. Lawton shares her journey from studying biology and ecology to diving deep into statistics, eventually finding herself at the Rocky Flats nuclear weapons facility. It was here she experienced a pivotal moment that led her to W. E…
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S4 E16 - Angela Montgomery - Integrating Deming and Goldratt for Organizational Transformation
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58:18In this insightful episode of the Profound Podcast, I speak with Angela Montgomery, co-founder of Intelligent Management and author of the upcoming book, The Human Constraint. Angela shares her unique journey from a background in arts to collaborating with physicists. The conversation delves into the artificial barriers within organizations, the im…
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S4 E15 - Mike Beck - Engineering Excellence Through Deming's Lens
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1:09:12In this episode, I had a conversation with Mike Beck. We dive deep into W. Edwards Deming's seminal perspectives on quality and their application in the automotive and healthcare sectors. Mike, with his vast experience at General Motors and Toyota, shares compelling stories and insights on how Deming's principles transformed his approach to enginee…
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S4 E14 - Rob Park - Navigating Software Evolution through Deming's Principles
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53:12In this episode of the Profound Podcast, I have a conversation with Rob Park. Rob shares his journey from early involvement in extreme programming (XP) to his current fascination with W. Edwards Deming's principles and their application in modern software development. Rob's career path offers a rich tapestry of experiences, from using case tools an…
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S4 E13 - Beth Blankenship - Exploring Deming's Legacy and Modern Applications
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1:16:06In this episode, I have a conversation with Beth Blankenship, a seasoned expert in quality management and a fervent disciple of W. Edwards Deming. We dive deep into Deming's profound principles and their continued relevance in today's digital transformation landscape. Beth begins by sharing her journey from an IT background to becoming a passionate…
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S4 E12 - Dr. Jabe Bloom - Temporal Design and Digital Transformation
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57:38In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jabe Bloom, an expert in design studies and organizational theory. Recently completing his PhD at Carnegie Mellon, Dr. Bloom brings a fresh perspective on the intersection of temporality, complexity, and design, particularly in the context of digital transformation in IT and other industries. We dive into the nu…
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S4 E11 - John Dues - Transforming Education Through Deming's Principles
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51:14In this episode of the Profound Podcast, I'm joined by John Dues, Chief Learning Officer at United Schools Network in Ohio and an innovative educator who has ingeniously applied W. Edwards Deming's theories to the educational sector. John shares his journey of discovery into Deming's methodologies and how these have profoundly influenced his approa…
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S4 E10 - Ariane David, PhD - Embracing Uncertainty in Transformation
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53:55In this episode of the Profound Podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Ariane David, PhD, an insightful thinker and academic who delves into the principles of non-positional thinking and its profound impact on personal and organizational learning. We explore how W. Edwards Deming's theories on quality and continuous improvement intersect wit…
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S4 E9 - Bill Bellows - Unveiling the Spectrum of System Thinking Part 2
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55:18In the second episode of my two-part discussion with Bill Bellows, we explore the nuanced realms of quality management, variation, and integration, drawing from the rich legacy of W. Edwards Deming and Genichi Taguchi, and their profound impact on industries ranging from automotive to aerospace. Bill Bellows shares enlightening perspectives on the …
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S4 E8 - Bill Bellows - Unveiling the Spectrum of System Thinking Part 1
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55:15In the first part of a two-part series with Bill Bellows, we delve deep into the essence of system thinking and its pivotal role in shaping organizations. Bellows leads us on a journey exploring the nuanced differences between 'Red Pen' and 'Blue Pen' organizations, and beyond, into the realms of 'Me' versus 'We' and the collective impact of every …
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