
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

16 snips
Sep 13, 2023 • 19min
Why did the chicken cross the road? (E)
Exploring the difference between salmon and human learning, learning behaviors from crows, blue tits, and humans, the power of cultural norms, dealing with economic fear, embracing risk in entrepreneurship

22 snips
Sep 6, 2023 • 27min
The chicken and the egg (E)
This episode explores the age-old question of whether the chicken or the egg came first, discusses artificial selection and the formation of separate species, examines the shaping of culture through shared ideas, highlights the difference between perceived risk and actual risk, and explores the concept of the smallest viable audience versus the long tail.

30 snips
Aug 30, 2023 • 26min
It's your turn (E)
This podcast discusses the power of embracing vulnerability, inventing new solutions, envisioning the future, overcoming barriers, and creating value for the less wealthy.

Aug 23, 2023 • 25min
Sauce and Godiva (E)
Seth Godin, bestselling author and entrepreneur, discusses the challenges of manufacturing recording devices for the new SACD format. They also explore the concept of shortcuts and the importance of peer support and accountability in personal growth.

Aug 16, 2023 • 23min
On dignity (E)
Exploring dignity and its importance in our culture, including stories of power and privilege. Discussing how dignity is stripped away and the value of granting dignity to others. Expressing gratitude to listeners and addressing the cost of private schools. The future of college education and the shift towards alternative options. Introducing Lynchpin Jobs and the ALT MBA project, along with an upcoming marketing seminar.

4 snips
Aug 9, 2023 • 22min
Going going gone (E)
The truth about auctionsAkimbo is a weekly podcast created by Seth Godin. He's the bestselling author of 20 books and a long-time entrepreneur, freelancer and teacher.You can find out more about Seth by reading his daily blog at seths.blog and about the podcast at akimbo.link.To submit a question and to see the show notes, please visit akimbo.link and press the appropriate button. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 2, 2023 • 30min
How to get into a famous college (E)
And build a body of workAkimbo is a weekly podcast created by Seth Godin. He's the bestselling author of 20 books and a long-time entrepreneur, freelancer and teacher.You can find out more about Seth by reading his daily blog at seths.blog and about the podcast at akimbo.link.To submit a question and to see the show notes, please visit akimbo.link and press the appropriate button. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 snips
Jul 26, 2023 • 25min
Connect the dots (E)
Answering your questions about educationAkimbo is a weekly podcast created by Seth Godin. He's the bestselling author of 20 books and a long-time entrepreneur, freelancer and teacher.You can find out more about Seth by reading his daily blog at seths.blog and about the podcast at akimbo.link.To submit a question and to see the show notes, please visit akimbo.link and press the appropriate button. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 snips
Jul 19, 2023 • 27min
Stop stealing dreams (E)
What is school for?Akimbo is a weekly podcast created by Seth Godin. He's the bestselling author of 20 books and a long-time entrepreneur, freelancer and teacher.You can find out more about Seth by reading his daily blog at seths.blog and about the podcast at akimbo.link.To submit a question and to see the show notes, please visit akimbo.link and press the appropriate button. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12 snips
Jul 12, 2023 • 34min
All rights reserved (E)
Beware the legal-industrial copyright complexAkimbo is a weekly podcast created by Seth Godin. He's the bestselling author of 20 books and a long-time entrepreneur, freelancer and teacher.You can find out more about Seth by reading his daily blog at seths.blog and about the podcast at akimbo.link.To submit a question and to see the show notes, please visit akimbo.link and press the appropriate button. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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