Mark Johnson, a professor at Oklahoma State University with expertise in commercial cow-calf operations, discusses innovative strategies to enhance calf weight gain through creep grazing. He dives into practical implementation, emphasizing its cost-effectiveness compared to traditional creep feeding. Listeners learn about the importance of pasture management and the right timing for introducing creep grazing. Johnson also shares insights on market considerations and the future of beef production, highlighting the industry's growth amid evolving challenges.

Mark Johnson, a senior partner at Innosight and co-author of 'Lead from the Future,' emphasizes the importance of future-oriented strategies for leaders. He argues that focusing too much on present problems hinders growth. Johnson shares practical steps to envision the future and align organizational strategies accordingly. He discusses adapting business models to shifting customer needs and emphasizes the integration of visionary thinking for breakthrough growth. With insights on online education and M&A success, he offers a transformative approach to leadership.

Linguistics expert George Lakoff and philosopher Mark Johnson discuss the power of metaphors in language and perception. They explore examples of cultural metaphors and how they shape our understanding. The podcast also touches on the influence of metaphors on topics like cancer and invisible illnesses, urging listeners to challenge their own metaphors for personal growth.

Join George Lakoff, a pioneering linguist known for his work on metaphors, and Mark Johnson, a distinguished philosopher and linguist, as they delve into their groundbreaking ideas from 'Metaphors We Live By'. They discuss how metaphors are integral to our understanding of the world, shaping our perceptions and communication in daily life. Discover the transformative power of metaphors in defining reality, from viewing life as a stage to conceptualizing time as a river, revealing how deeply embedded these linguistic devices are in our thought processes.

Prof James Madden, cognitive science expert, and Prof. Mark Johnson, specializing in the soul, debate substance dualism, soul-body relationship, challenges to immortality of the soul, human soul's ties to material organization, natural evil, anthrodice, and cognitive science's impact on human nature