Best Fuse Chamber Podcasts (2024)

1
Intentional Design with Adam Smith of Tension 38:11

24d ago38:11

38:11

Adam Smith returns after four years in with his design venture, Tension Consulting Inc. Adam discusses intentional design, building trust with clients, and customer-centric focus in UI/UX services. He speaks in-depth about understanding clients’ needs and objectives – and how global and internal events over the past four years have shaped small bus…

1
We’re Not Listening To The Business 8:34

2M ago8:34

8:34

I’ve noticed across all the Agile discussions that we’re not listening to the business. In this episode of Badass Unscripted, I explore the concept of true agility and the common pitfalls that prevent us from achieving it. Let’s discuss how agile has evolved over time, warning against the tendency to prioritize conformity to rules over genuine inno…

1
The Biology of Leadership with Carl Oxholm 58:50

2M ago58:50

58:50

Visit Carl’s website to learn more about his work and find links to purchase his book, “The Biology Of Leadership” in print, kindle or audible formats https://www.virtuecompass.com Check out our Identity Talks video session here: https://badassagile.com/identitytalks **PROFESSIONAL STORYTELLING** The most coveted communications skill – now at your …

1
Lead On Your Own Terms 10:01

2M ago10:01

10:01

Time to work on your own terms. Four years after the global pandemic, work – and why we do it – has changed. You have a choice to make. You can live by the guide, follow the rules and show up the same as everyone else. Or, you can spend your energy and live life on your own terms. Time to be an original. You won’t enjoy serving your teams (and our …

1
Going Against The Grain 10:21

3M ago10:21

10:21

Going against the grain is the easiest way to find more authenticity and distinction in your leadership. It definitely helps you stand out in the Agile space. Throughout this episode, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on breaking free from conventional thinking and norms within the Agile industry. I want to challenge you to embrace a different way of thi…

1
3 Signs You’re Addicted to Process 15:44

4M ago15:44

15:44

In this episode, I explore the 3 signs you’re addicted to process and its implications for coaching and leadership. I challenge the traditional concept of rigid classifications and explain how it can restrict our understanding and creativity. Throughout the episode, I identify three signs of having a process addiction and provide insights on overco…

1
Why Are We Afraid Of The Word “Do”? 14:08

4M ago14:08

14:08

Why are we afraid of the word “do”? We have to talk about accountability and commitment in the world of agile leadership. I read more and more about not using the word do – as in “what did you do yesterday/what will you do today”. I think its never been more important to walk the talk, make big promises, and actually deliver on them every single ti…

1
State of Agile Report 2024 Review 10:00

4M ago10:00

10:00

The State of Agile Report, for the first time, has recognized the challenges in delivering success to big enterprise. By the numbers, we can see even practitioners question the ability to scale agile on global stages. GET MY FREE GUIDE TO THE FUTURE OF AGILE! Learn to thrive in 2024 by creating more value and leveraging opportunities that everyone …

1
The Year Of The Agile Entrepreneur 11:44

5M ago11:44

11:44

In Episode 248 – The Year of The Agile Entrepreneur, I discuss my prediction that 2024 will be the year of the entrepreneur and intrapreneur practitioner. I emphasize the need for a shift in mindset and skills for professionals in the agile industry. I talk about the changing landscape of agile, the importance of adding value to businesses, and the…

1
Do We Have A Social Duty? 11:21

5M ago11:21

11:21

Do We Have a Social Duty? Specifically, do we have a duty to influence how social media is used? In today’s episode, I’m delving into the world of social media and discussing the responsibilities of agile practitioners in this digital age. I’ll be challenging leaders to rethink how they engage with social media and the impact it has on our society.…

1
Badass Unscripted – 7 Must-Learn Skills for 2024 9:15

5M ago9:15

9:15

In this episode, I explore the need to redefine traditional agile roles, urging listeners to break free from industry constraints. I emphasize the importance of learning new skills for 2024, such as adding value, setting ambitious goals, fostering creativity and innovation, making decisive decisions, influencing others, and cultivating resilience. …

1
We Failed Agile 11:01

5M ago11:01

11:01

When Agile fails, we should look first at where we failed to honour its principles. How many times have we taught "people over process and tools", only to focus solely on process and tools? Can it REALLY be the fault of management every time? Maybe we should take a closer look in our own houses.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Where Will Agile Go In 2024? 15:07

5M ago15:07

15:07

2023 brought great change to business and technology. Priorities have changed, and we may not be focused on the right things to support our clients and practitioners. Where will Agile go in 2024?By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Corporate Agile 15:31

7M ago15:31

15:31

The future of agile lies in a relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation. Let's use our skills to create a better work environment, deliver better products, and strive for better balance.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 243 – Your Practice 11:55

8M ago11:55

11:55

Don't obsess over the outcome. The only thing that creates the outcome is the daily practice you commit to.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 242 – Agile and Social Media 11:40

8M ago11:40

11:40

Is social media dying? Has it gone past its use-by date? It seems that there's ever more division and complexity, and you have to ask...is it really adding value?By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 241 – Why Nobody Wants Your Agile 13:13

9M ago13:13

13:13

Many times, the problem lies in the misconception of what agile truly offers and the failure to communicate its value effectively. We need to bridge the gap between what we're delivering and what businesses actually find valuable...By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 240 – Why Big Agile Fails 15:14

9M ago15:14

15:14

Why do big organizations struggle with agility? Big Agile frequently falls short. Scaling frameworks don't really help. Let's explore the characteristics of large organizations and the people who work there so we can see why Big Agile doesn't fit big enterprise - and what you can do about it.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Badass Unscripted – Make Sure Your Training Does This 9:14

10M ago9:14

9:14

I'm a little biased, but there are certain things a training experience MUST do in order to delivery lasting value.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 239 – Is Agile Going Down? 12:48

10M ago12:48

12:48

If your ship is sinking, you don't want to cling to the rails and hope everything will be ok. Let me show you what to do next.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 238 – Why I Quit The Agile Biz 16:56

11M ago16:56

16:56

The industry is facing a crowded market, a decline in quality of work, and a lack of focus on outcomes. We still tend to overthink and over-document, leading to a lack of actual delivery. Get ready for an eye-opening discussion that will leave you questioning the state of the agile biz.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 237 – Agile Players Have a Duty 12:11

11M ago12:11

12:11

As an agile practitioner, you have a duty to lead and to make real change. I think we're most imminently qualified to bring real cultural and social change to our workplaces...and beyond.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 236 – Agile vs. Traditional Project Management: Is Agile Losing Favour? 12:26

12M ago12:26

12:26

Is Agile Losing Favor?: "I see more ads for Agile project managers. I see more online sources calling Agile a form of project management. Does that mean that Agile is losing favor? Does it mean that there's some things that we missed or wrote off about the traditional Project Manager that are coming back in style?"…

1
Episode 235 – Agile Is A Doorway 10:17

12M ago10:17

10:17

On this episode of Badass Agile, I discuss how applying Agile concepts to creative fields, leadership, and business strategy could result in easier and more consistent creation of better quality outcomes.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 234 – Opportunity 11:26

1y ago11:26

11:26

We could have gone back to normal by now....but we haven't. Because we can't. Things are forever changed. To the badass, that means opportunity.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 233 – The New Leadership 16:10

1y ago16:10

16:10

The pandemic and rapid technological advancements have shown us that the old ways of leading no longer apply. Adaptability and understanding your team’s needs and values are essential in this new landscape.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 232 – The War Online 11:28

1y ago11:28

11:28

There’s a lot of opinion out there. But not all of it will help you. Bickering with trolls on social media doesn’t help you succeed. And it’s not good for our craft. Choose sources that are experienced, open and maybe swimming aginst the current.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 231 – What A Great Coach Does 13:00

1+ y ago13:00

13:00

The best kind of coach is one who understands where you want to go, where you are, and what strategies are likely to work (universally and just for you). Are you doing that?By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 230 – The Difference-Makers 11:28

1+ y ago11:28

11:28

I am interested in the difference makers. The factors that determine whether or not you are the hero of the greatest story ever. The true badass shares a heritage with the greatest philosophers, doers, and heroes in history.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 229 – Why Sameness Is Not A Strategy 14:23

1+ y ago14:23

14:23

Episode 229 - Why Sameness Is Not A Strategy. Don't be an algorithm-pleaser! If you're talking about agile on social media, but you're copying what everyone else is doing...you're a follower. Learn how to stand out in this episode.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Badass Conversations – People and Culture in 2023 with Sofia Theodorou and Carl Oxholm 55:55

1+ y ago55:55

55:55

Badass Agile welcomes Sofia Theodorou (People Executive) and Carl Oxholm (Tax Executive and CEO of Virtue Compass) to talk about the state of people and culture in 2023.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Badass Unfiltered – Strength And Ambition 7:31

1+ y ago7:31

7:31

Impact requires strength. We talk about big goals and making impact...but without real commitment and action, nothing happens. Seeing an outcome is only the first step. You have to act.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 228 – Agile Has Lost The Script 11:00

1+ y ago11:00

11:00

Agile has lost the script - we've become divisive, intolerant...maybe even a little arrogant. When we lose our desire to elevate the craft and the community as a whole, history tells us that the final days are near. Instead of behaving like noble beings worthy of trust and talent to make work better, we making this into a circus. We should know bet…

1
Episode 227 – 2023 – The Year Ahead 18:26

1+ y ago18:26

18:26

Community polarization, influx of new scrum masters, too much complexity and the introduction of AI will challenge agile practitioners in 2023.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 226 – Negative Energy Changes Outcomes 14:32

1+ y ago14:32

14:32

Agile teams can be poisoned by negative energy. Are you - or someone on your team - leaking negativity? Find out how - and what you can do about it.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 225 – Agile As Artistry 12:23

1+ y ago12:23

12:23

If you want to follow the agile or scrum manual or worship the rules, you can't be an artist.By Fuse Chamber, Inc

1
Episode 224 – Circulate Value – The Agile Survival Skill 13:24

1+ y ago13:24

13:24

Agile SurvivalAgile survival depends on circulating value.You can't stand still, surrounded by the same four walls, and expect to grow.A Bad PatternWe've gotten into a bad pattern in the past few decades. If we're not talking software, we don't know how to serve our clients with agility. Most CEO's don't know for sure what agile is - or what it can…

1
Badass Unscripted – Uncommon Agile Leadership Without Certification 8:08

1+ y ago8:08

8:08

Agile Certification is a for-profit product. Can it be an effective way to become a better Agile Leader?Education is a way to develop skills and learn concepts quickly. Modern education, and industry certifications are designed to ensure predictable outcomes from regular employees. While Agile Certifications can be a great way for a beginner to ram…

1
Badass Unscripted – Seeing Beyond Your Limiting Beliefs 8:54

1+ y ago8:54

8:54

[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text]You cannot ascend if your beliefs, routines thoughts, experiences and emotions are limited to your present circumstances and reality. Think and feel bigger than your environment.***JOIN THE FORGE***Sign up for an upcoming info session about our online leadership immersion experience.htt…

1
Episode 223 – Time To Act 10:17

1+ y ago10:17

10:17

Either we struggle with change or we struggle with productivity. If we struggle with change we struggle to start things, but sometimes we struggled to sustain them. Change is very hard but I'm convinced that one of the reasons we plan so much is because we're avoiding action. That's right - I'll say it again. We're not foolish. We know that nobody …

1
Badass Unfiltered – Why Hope Begins With The Agile Leader 7:28

1+ y ago7:28

7:28

Despite the bad news all around, I have tremendous hope in us. This is a time of great divisiveness, and yet, we've been through this before. The Agile Leader has the ability to begin with one - one team, one community, and demonstrate by example how we can move from division to accord. Unless we learn to move in the same direction, we can never tr…

1
Badass Unscripted – Don’t Quiet Quit…Do THIS Instead 9:14

2y ago9:14

9:14

It's not the quitting part I have a problem with; it's the quiet part.You absolutely should insist on a sustainable, balanced life. Agilists are supposed to be good at this. You must reclaim your time - no one will do it for you. But how?Easy. Stop focusing on the "things you must do". Meetings, admin, various tasks, and responding to emails. Focus…

1
Episode 222 – Why Strength Still Matters 16:39

2y ago16:39

16:39

Sensitivity to words. Aversion to risk. Sensitivity to truth. The power of anonymity and self-righteousness. Avoidance of challenge and growth. These raging currents threaten the nobility of our potential.There is something to be said for having reached a level of self-awareness and greatness where you recognize how limitless, productive, fearless,…

1
Episode 221 – Quiet Quitting 16:03

2y ago16:03

16:03

Quiet Quitting is trending so hard, it has its own hashtag. What is it, and what do you need to consider?What Is Quiet Quitting? Quiet Quitting is a passive form of protest. It is the act of giving up your duties beyond the bare minimum - without actually quitting your job.It's Happening Whether You Like It Or NotAs a leader or executive, quiet qui…

1
Badass Unscripted – The Forge – The “Holy $! Who Was That?” School 8:33

2y ago8:33

8:33

It's not about what you know. Intimate Scrum or Kanban knowledge does not create greatness. Your mindset, character and habits do. I'm at my best when I'm creating heroes - people of vision, discipline, grit and self-awareness. Combine these with your desire for excellent practice, and you become effective. Unforgettable.***JOIN THE FORGE***Sign up…

1
Episode 220 – How To Keep Yourself Accountable 16:45

2y ago16:45

16:45

Main reasons for backsliding:-Not enough time to build a habit-Not enough of an emotionally compelling reason to stay the course (alignment to higher ideas, desire for benefit, avoidance of pain)-The pain of change is WORSE than the pain of not changing-When things get busy or difficult, we let go of anything NEW or not related to SURVIVALThis prob…

1
Badass Unscripted – Don’t Stay Stuck…Do This 9:14

2y ago9:14

9:14

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"]If you have areas of your life and work that NEVER seem to progress…you're stuck. It's a headscratcher, because you have other areas where you're crushing it. So you KNOW you can set and hit goals.You know you want to FINALLY …

1
Episode 219 – Don’t Waste Time On This 11:54

2y ago11:54

11:54

Instead of acting in circles around things we can't impact, what if we focused on those things we could actually control? The things we should control. The things we've been told we're not allowed to question.-Our time-Our reputation-Our Action level-Our influence-Our attitude-Self-reliance, discipline-HabitsWorking to change other people, events -…

1
Episode 218 – These Unseen Beliefs Are Holding Your Team Back 15:56

2y ago15:56

15:56

Much of our defining, outward behaviour emerges through experiences that forge our beliefs. Beliefs become default ways of acting and reacting - many of which don't serve us. Approaching mastery often feels like 'becoming limitless,' which is precisely what we must do. We have to shatter the boundaries caused by our beliefs.When our beliefs are neg…

1
Badass Unfiltered – Stop Spinning And Start Taking Control 12:22

2y ago12:22

12:22

Many of us are unwilling to hear what we don’t want to hear.Many of us are unwilling to do what we don’t want to do.Many of us are unwilling to experience what we don’t want to experience.This unwillingness means we are like a leaf in the wind…spinning around in circles. We are sailing at the whim of the tide.This is the reason for your lack of mom…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Fuse Chamber Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide