
Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin
Akimbo is an ancient word, from the bend in the river or the bend in an archer's bow. It's become a symbol for strength, a posture of possibility, the idea that when we stand tall, arms bent, looking right at it, we can make a difference.Akimbo's a podcast about our culture and about how we can change it. About seeing what's happening and choosing to do something.The culture is real, but it can be changed. You can bend it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

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Apr 10, 2024 • 31min
Meta (E)
Seth Godin, bestselling author and entrepreneur, discusses the influence of money on media, fostering independence in children, privacy challenges in the modern economy, and systemic changes through minimum viable adoption in a thought-provoking podcast.

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Apr 3, 2024 • 17min
Solving interesting problems
Exploring new ways to make charity auctions more effective with positive auctions and unstable equilibrium. Innovative fundraising model incentivizes early bidding and viral growth strategy. Nonprofits leveraging technology and collaboration for problem-solving. Emphasizing innovative approaches, trust-building, and impactful initiatives in addressing challenges.

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Mar 27, 2024 • 24min
What's in the fridge? (E)
Seth Godin, bestselling author and entrepreneur, discusses the impact of refrigerators on culture, food habits, and the modern food supply chain. He explores the potential of smart refrigerators to revolutionize food management and advocates for systemic changes to promote healthier dietary practices. The podcast also delves into the role of social media in audience building and emphasizes the importance of creating authentic, shareable content.

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Mar 20, 2024 • 23min
Friction (E)
The podcast explores the concept of friction, discussing its dual role in providing leverage and balancing efficiency. It delves into cultural change strategies, success in acting and marketing, and the challenges of brand marketing and advertising.

47 snips
Mar 13, 2024 • 26min
Artificial intelligence is neither (E)
The podcast delves into the history and evolution of artificial intelligence, exploring its impact on society and job tasks. It discusses the challenges AI faces with unexpected events, the shift towards human soft skills, and the importance of building authentic connections outside of social media.

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Mar 6, 2024 • 22min
The new modernity (E)
Exploring the shift towards modernity from the eras of JFK and Lincoln, discussing the impact of technology on art. Reflecting on the parallels between contemporary art and technological advancements, focusing on smartphone culture and AI. Examining the evolution of leadership and culture in the modern era, shaped by technology and younger leaders. Highlighting the importance of clear communication, innovation, and peer-to-peer influence in the workplace. Addressing the challenges of selling systemic approaches in a society focused on short-term gains.

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Feb 28, 2024 • 24min
Enrollment and possibility (E)
The podcast explores the power of conveying possibility in advancing society. It discusses the correlation between enrollment and possibility, the challenges of enrolling in high possibility but low participation pursuits, and the importance of true leadership. Additionally, it delves into strategies for entering new markets, adopting systems thinking, and embracing intentional boredom for creativity.

38 snips
Feb 21, 2024 • 29min
Not really having this argument (E)
Seth Godin discusses the magical gulf between truth and belief, using examples like wine tasting and airplane disputes. He explores the difference between belief and truth, how beliefs can conflict with objective truths, and the challenges of reconciling the two. Additionally, he delves into sales objections, eliminating slack, rethinking college admissions, and proposing open hiring practices.

63 snips
Feb 14, 2024 • 20min
Systems thinking (E)
Learn about the journey of Duncan Hines and the impact of systems on success. Explore systems thinking and its application in businesses. Understand the importance of synchronization and building slack. Discover insights on podcast formats and Seth Godin's unique approach.

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Feb 7, 2024 • 33min
Of course they cheated (E)
Seth Godin, bestselling author and entrepreneur, discusses the flaws in the college admissions system and the pursuit of material possessions in parenting. He emphasizes the value of transformation and community in learning and explores the relationship between norms and success. He also encourages reevaluating societal values and focusing on serving the intended audience in education for artists.
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