Curated Questions: Conversations Celebrating the Power of Questions! The Curated Questions Origin Story: When It All Began! | Ken Woodward #48
In this solo episode, host Ken Woodward delves into the origin and development of the 'Curated Questions' project, which began in 2018. Ken shares his personal journey of curiosity, inspiration from Tim Ferriss' podcast, and the influences that led to the creation of his blog and subsequent podcast.
Highlighting notable milestones and influential interviews, Ken discusses the structure and purpose of the Curated Questions website and its various elements, including famous questions and lists. He also reflects on the profound impact of asking meaningful questions, illustrated with personal anecdotes.
The episode encourages listeners to embrace curiosity and engage with the world through the power of well-chosen questions.
Episode Notes
00:00 Welcome to Curated Questions
00:48 Origin Story of Curated Questions
01:42 Early Influences and Personal Growth
02:26 Tim Ferris and the Power of Questions
03:44 Inquiry of the Day Blog
04:54 Year of Connection Project
05:53 Podcast Launch and Challenges
07:31 Impact of COVID-19 and Social Justice Walk
08:26 Relaunching the Podcast
09:52 Website Structure and Features
10:58 Famous Questions and Quotes
16:05 Interview and Reflection Questions
21:56 The Power of Questions and Conclusion
Resources Mentioned
IOTD365.com Ken's first blog
Washington Post Article about walk through Washington D.C.
Lynn Borton of Choose to Be Curious
Questions from Tribe of Mentors
Questions from Benjamin Franklin's Junto
Questions Asked
We have to confront ourselves. Do we like what we see in the mirror? – Maya Angelou
Is man ever a creature to be trusted with wholly irresponsible power? – Harriet Beecher Stowe
If I were two-faced, would I be wearing this one? – Abraham Lincoln
What do you want to accomplish with this hire that is different from the incumbent?
How much freedom do I have to make this position my own? What is a recent example of how this freedom has been demonstrated in this department?
What are the assumptions that have to prove true in order for me to be able to succeed in this assignment? – Clayton Christensen
What mentor recommendation have you adopted, and what have you rejected?
What would someone who doesn't like you say about you? – General Stanley McChrystal
Why is the vision of the company important to you? – Brad Jefferson
How long are you going to wait before you demand the best for yourself? – Epictetus
What tone does your presence establish in the organization, and how does it change while you’re away?
What was the best mistake you’ve ever made, and how did it lead to something better? – Tim Ferriss
How much more of your privilege do you want tied to the oppression of others before you decide to let it all go for all of our liberation? – Ijeoma Oluo
When did you learn the world is unjust/unfair? – Philippa Hughes
What was the moment you realized, because of your skin color, the rules are somehow different for you? – Joel Freeman
How have you been complicit in creating the conditions you say you don’t want? – Jerry Colonna