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Episode Notes [03:47] Seth's Early Understanding of Questions [04:33] The Power of Questions [05:25] Building Relationships Through Questions [06:41] This is Strategy: Focus on Questions [10:21] Gamifying Questions [11:34] Conversations as Infinite Games [15:32] Creating Tension with Questions [20:46] Effective Questioning Techniques [23:21] Empathy and Engagement [34:33] Strategy and Culture [35:22] Microsoft's Transformation [36:00] Global Perspectives on Questions [39:39] Caring in a Challenging World Resources Mentioned The Dip by Seth Godin Linchpin by Seth Godin Purple Cow by Seth Godin Tribes by Seth Godin This Is Marketing by Seth Godin The Carbon Almanac This is Strategy by Seth Godin Seth's Blog What Does it Sound Like When You Change Your Mind? by Seth Godin Value Creation Masterclass by Seth Godin on Udemy The Strategy Deck by Seth Godin Taylor Swift Jimmy Smith Jimmy Smith Curated Questions Episode Supercuts Priya Parker Techstars Satya Nadella Microsoft Steve Ballmer Acumen Jerry Colonna Unleashing the Idea Virus by Seth Godin Tim Ferriss podcast with Seth Godin Seth Godin website Beauty Pill Producer Ben Ford Questions Asked When did you first understand the power of questions? What do you do to get under the layer to really get down to those lower levels? Is it just follow-up questions, mindset, worldview, and how that works for you? How'd you get this job anyway? What are things like around here? What did your boss do before they were your boss? Wow did you end up with this job? Why are questions such a big part of This is Strategy? If you had to charge ten times as much as you charge now, what would you do differently? If it had to be free, what would you do differently? Who's it for, and what's it for? What is the change we seek to make? How did you choose the questions for The Strategy Deck? How big is our circle of us? How many people do I care about? Is the change we're making contagious? Are there other ways to gamify the use of questions? Any other thoughts on how questions might be gamified? How do we play games with other people where we're aware of what it would be for them to win and for us to win? What is it that you're challenged by? What is it that you want to share? What is it that you're afraid of? If there isn't a change, then why are we wasting our time? Can you define tension? What kind of haircut do you want? How long has it been since your last haircut? How might one think about intentionally creating that question? What factors should someone think about as they use questions to create tension? How was school today? What is the kind of interaction I'm hoping for over time? How do I ask a different sort of question that over time will be answered with how was school today? Were there any easy questions on your math homework? Did anything good happen at school today? What tension am I here to create? What wrong questions continue to be asked? What temperature is it outside? When the person you could have been meets the person you are becoming, is it going to be a cause for celebration or heartbreak? What are the questions we're going to ask each other? What was life like at the dinner table when you were growing up? What are we really trying to accomplish? How do you have this cogent two sentence explanation of what you do? How many clicks can we get per visit? What would happen if there was a webpage that was designed to get you to leave? What were the questions that were being asked by people in authority at Yahoo in 1999? How did the stock do today? Is anything broken? What can you do today that will make the stock go up tomorrow? What are risks worth taking? What are we doing that might not work but that supports our mission? What was the last thing you did that didn't work, and what did we learn from it? What have we done to so delight our core customers that they're telling other people? How has your international circle informed your life of questions? What do I believe that other people don't believe? What do I see that other people don't see? What do I take for granted that other people don't take for granted? What would blank do? What would Bob do? What would Jill do? What would Susan do? What happened to them? What system are they in that made them decide that that was the right thing to do? And then how do we change the system? How given the state of the world, do you manage to continue to care as much as you do? Do you walk to school or take your lunch? If you all can only care if things are going well, then what does that mean about caring? Should I have spent the last 50 years curled up in a ball? How do we go to the foundation and create community action?…
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Cue Playback is a podcast exploring the evolution of home recording, singers, songwriters and bands from the ’90s to today. Begining in the DIY Melbourne indie scene, the podcast will delve into recording technology, innovation in sound production, and the creative process of self produced artists. Producer Christopher Sprake will take you on a journey through his own development, while interviewing artists he has crossed paths with, who share a love of music and sound.
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Cue Playback is a podcast exploring the evolution of home recording, singers, songwriters and bands from the ’90s to today. Begining in the DIY Melbourne indie scene, the podcast will delve into recording technology, innovation in sound production, and the creative process of self produced artists. Producer Christopher Sprake will take you on a journey through his own development, while interviewing artists he has crossed paths with, who share a love of music and sound.
Singer - songwriter TJ Douglas takes on a journey from lofi beginings to the depth of their latest release "Dying". How does reflective practice, interrogation of belief and self, and being a friend to those in need help create TJ's art? Join us for a special episode of Cue Playback... https://tjdouglas.bandcamp.com/…
Episode 26 - Brooke Taylor Ahead of the launch of her new album "There's magic in mistakes" Melbourne singer - songwriter Brooke Taylor talks with Chris about childhood singing lessons, Female identifying representation in the music industry, and the importance of "just keeping going" Links https://www.brooketaylormusic.com.au/ https://brooketaylor.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/brooketaylormusic/ Shows 2nd May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' ALBUM LAUNCH | Brunswick Ballroom, VIC with The Poison Spitting Gin Queens | Support from Sin City | 6.30pm | Get Tickets Here 4th May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' Album Tour | Pig & Whistle, Main Ridge VIC with The Poison Spitting Gin Queens | Support from Nick Carver | 8.00pm | Get Tickets Here 10th May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' Album Tour | Odessa at Leavers, Creswick VIC Duo Show | Support from Jeremy Beggs | 7.00pm | Get Tickets Here 18th May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' Album Tour | The Grace Emily, Adelaide SA with The Poison Spitting Gin Queens | Support from Mark Curtis and The Flannelettes | 8.00pm | Get Tickets Here 24th May | 'There's Magic in Mistakes' Album Tour | Smith's Alternative, Canberra ACT with The Poison Spitting Gin Queens | Support from The Curlies | 6.30pm | Get Tickets Here…
Episode 25 - Peter Farnan Melbourne Singer, Musician and Composer Peter Farnan takes us on a journey from rock band beginnings with Serious Young Insects and Boom Crash Opera, through composition for theater productions and to his most recent project: Peter Farnan and The Home Bodies. How has an early love of Beatles cartoons, working with Jimmy Iovine, and writing for productions such as The Sapphires shaped Peters' quirky engaging songwriting of today? Join us for Cue Playback... Links: https://peterfarnan.bandcamp.com/album/home https://www.moshtix.com.au/v2/event/peter-farnan-shotkickers/164656…
Episode 24 - Hamish // Cordrazine Chris has a candid discussion with Hamish Cowan of Cordrazine ahead of the release of the new single "Hey Man". Travel through the heady days of '90s indie rock and electronic music, contemplate the role of the artist, and dive into the lush sounds of Cordrazine... https://music.apple.com/au/artist/cordrazine/97851935 https://tickets.northcotesocialclub.com/outlet/event/5c950dfd-831b-430c-a22b-d6cc17efc7f8 https://popboomerang.bandcamp.com/…
Chris is joined by Tom Larkey aka Sainthill for the release of his new album "Dream Animal". The pair travel from Hobart in the early '90s to the Melbourne music scene of today. Join them on the journey as Tom details his movement through song and sound. Links https://sainthill.bandcamp.com/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/4hJXI7eJSKnPBEQD2kBpD5 https://music.apple.com/au/artist/sainthill/1378093660…
Episode 22 - Tamas Wells Chris is joined by singer, songwriter and visual artist Tamas Wells to discuss his new album "To drink up the sea", musical beginnings in the Melbourne folk scene, and how a sense of place and community informs his work. "To drink up the sea" available December 8th, 2023. Links: https://www.tamaswells.com/ https://www.instagram.com/_tamaswells/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/01osYMBrXUdvSJJlzFgrVi https://moranprizes.awardsplatform.com/gallery/NrbbQxwM/xzvOOqZR?search=4fddb8bc2fac749f-51…
Episode 21 - Faunts / Duplekita What do Mass Effect, Edmonton basements and vintage synths have in common? Join Chris as he speaks with Tim Batke of Faunts / Duplekita fame about the evolution from beloved indie band to electronic solo projects, and the popularity driven from a video game franchise... Links: https://duplekita.bandcamp.com/ https://fauntsmusic.bandcamp.com/track/there-will-be-blood https://www.instagram.com/duplekitamusic/…
Episode 20 - Anna Smyrk Chris and guest Anna Smyrk discuss the evolution of her songwriting, recording a new single with the producers of boygenius and Lucy Dacus, and a preoccupation with the passage of time in her lyrics. How has life changed after beginning in a small town through to touring across the globe? Join us on Cue Playback for more... Links https://annasmyrk.bandcamp.com/music https://www.annasmyrk.com/ https://music.apple.com/au/artist/anna-smyrk/1100661606 https://www.instagram.com/annasmyrk/ https://www.tiktok.com/@annasmyrk/ Tour Dates 2024 Feb 1st: Funk N Waffles - Syracuse, NY Feb 3rd: One Broadway Collaborative - Lawrence, MA Feb 4th: Brick Hill House Concerts - Orleans, MA Feb 9th: The Drum Roll - Rochester, NY Feb 10th: Abilene - Rochester, NY Feb 11th: Pittsburgh Winery - Pittsburgh, PA Feb 12th: The Sharon Apollo Maennerchor Club - Sharon, PA Feb 13th: The Treelawn Social - Cleveland, OH Feb 14th: Grounds for Thought - Bowling Green, OH Feb 15th: Natalie's - Columbus, OH Feb 16th: Hirth Happenings - Maineville, OH Feb 18th: Bad Branch House Concerts - Whiteburge, KY Feb 21-25: Folk Alliance International Official Showcase…
Episode 19 - Sharks and Minnows Chris talks with Christopher and Dan from Atlanta/Washington band Sharks and Minnows. How does an early love of REM and punk/shoegaze combine with a thoughtful interrogation of faith and politics? Join the band for the journey from a basement jam to the release of the new EP "Mermaid Black" Links: https://www.sharksandminnows.band/ https://sharksandminnows-atl.bandcamp.com/track/its-christmas-and-you-hate-christmas https://www.facebook.com/sharksandminnowsatl/ https://www.instagram.com/sharksandminnows.atl/ https://www.tiktok.com/@sharksandminnowsmusic https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sharks-and-minnows/6680092…
Episode 18 - Bella Deer Surfcoast singer Bella Deer joins Chris to talk about their new single "Care too much", the importance of community in the music life, and handbags full of cash. Are national radio airplay and award nominations important for artists carving a path today? Join Chris and Bella to hear more... Links: https://www.belladeer.com/ https://belladeermusic.bandcamp.com/track/care-too-much https://www.facebook.com/belladeermusic.fb/ https://www.instagram.com/belladeer.music/ Upcoming shows: 04 Nov, Vibes & Vino 2023, Heathcote, Australia 11 Nov, BELLA DEER Single Launch W/ Elizabeth Riordan, Preston, Australia 17 Nov, The Barwon Club Hotel, South Geelong, Australia…
Episode 17 - Indicies Part Two Chris Lynch aka Indicies returns to discuss his new album "Suburban Youth", the creative process, the impact of Covid lockdowns, and expansive soundscapes. How has his music evolved from early jams to Smashing Pumpkins songs, through the acoustic beauty of Broken Flight, and now Indicies? Join Chris Sprake and Chris Lynch to learn more... https://indicies.bandcamp.com/ https://brokenflight.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/indiciesband/…
Episode 16 - Slow Dissolve / Indicies Part One As musician Chris Lynch (Indicies) releases a new album, he and former band mates Nathan Collins and Andrew Watson from Slow Dissolve join Chris to discuss improvised composition, first meetings at gigs, and the risk and beauty of unrehearsed shows. Is this instrumental music? Post Rock? Japanese new age? Join us to hear more... https://slowdissolveband.bandcamp.com/ https://indicies.bandcamp.com/album/suburban-youth https://clubchampion.bandcamp.com/ https://themanwhowasntthere.bandcamp.com/album/just-because-you-saw-her-doesnt-mean-she-was-there https://thesteadfastshepherd.bandcamp.com/…
Episode 15 - The Ballad of Cowboy Dan Chris chats with singer Dan Brodie about his new album "The Ballad of Cowboy Dan", early beginnings on piano and accordion, first recording experiences, and highs and lows of being in the music industry. How does Dan cover the emotion space from rock to spoken word? Join us for Cue Playback... https://danbrodie.bandcamp.com/album/the-ballad-of-cowboy-dan https://www.danbrodie.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/dan_j_brodie/…
Episode 14 - Man on Fire Chris is joined by Melbourne songwriter Les Thomas in the lead up to the launch of his new album "All my friends are superstars". Social justice, activism and the importance of community collide in an investigation of Les' new songs and an old acquaintance with Melbourne town... https://lesthomasmusic.bandcamp.com/ https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/43134570-94ca-40e5-9063-46e6fb6211e1…
Episode 13 - Away with the birds Chris is joined by Melbourne performer Andrew Englezos aka Brother to the Birds. How has Greek heritage, a love of musicals and poetry informed his new album "Joy is near to sorrow"? Join them for discussions on traditional middle eastern instruments, the historical challenges of post war migration, and a lack of Midnight Oil covers... Links: https://brothertothebirds.bandcamp.com/album/joy-is-near-to-sorrow https://www.facebook.com/brothertothebirds/ https://www.instagram.com/brother_birds/ Album Launch 18th November 2023 Abbotsford Convent 7.30pm…
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