
The Long and The Short Of It
A weekly podcast for curious people ready to explore the art and science of being human from every possible angle: macro, micro, Australian, American, tall, short and everything in between.
Latest episodes

Mar 26, 2024 • 18min
287. Feedback in Three Acts
After both having done workshops on feedback, Jen and Pete thrash about the relationship between feedback and dramatic structure.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might feedback follow a three act structure, both in giving and in receiving?When giving feedback, how might we consider the context and circumstances in which it is being delivered?How might feedback loop?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Mar 19, 2024 • 17min
286. Ride the Wave
After a week of riding his own wave, Pete brings Jen the story of his experience and they thrash about it together.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does it mean to ride the wave, metaphorically?How might we gather momentum to form a wave of our own?What might we do when we are preparing for the wave to come?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Mar 12, 2024 • 19min
285. Gumption Tools
This week, Jen and Pete share the tools that their clients and they themselves use in order to muster up some gumption.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What are some tactics we could use to help when we are feeling vulnerable or nervous?Why might these tactics be successful, and when is it best to use them?How often do Pete and Jen sing uncomfortable phrases back and forth to each other?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Mar 5, 2024 • 18min
284. H.A.L.T.
This week, Pete and Jen's love of acronyms brings them to a discussion of Shane Parrish's acronym of H.A.L.T.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does H.A.L.T. stand for?How might H.A.L.T. act as a checklist in the decision making process?What might we gain by checking in with ourselves and others before making a decision?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Feb 27, 2024 • 20min
283. Exercises
Jen and Pete thrash about the process of creating exercises, and think about when it might be useful to use an exercise when trying to help another person (or themselves) to reach a goal or outcome.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the difference between a note, an adjustment, and an exercise?What are certain situations when it is best to use an exercise?What are some tools we can think about when creating exercises for ourself and others?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Feb 20, 2024 • 19min
282. Beginner Again
This week, Pete and Jen dive in to how exciting it can be to be a beginner...and also thrilling and frustrating and scary, and a whole smorgasbord of emotions.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might you seek out ways to become a beginner again?What tools might you utilize when you're a beginner, to help you learn?In what way is Pete becoming a beginner again? And Jen?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Feb 13, 2024 • 18min
281. 1 to 10
This week, Jen and Pete noodle on giving and receiving feedback on a scale of one to ten, combined with the question of what it would take to achieve your desired number on that scale.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might a scale of 1 to 10 actually help thwart perfectionism?Why might feedback given on a scale be received less emotionally or personally?What are strategies for asking for feedback, using the scaled system?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Feb 6, 2024 • 18min
280. Solo Off-Site
Having returned from his own solo off-site, Pete shares with Jen about his experience, and together, they noodle on tips and tricks for people looking to create their own version.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is a solo off-site?How might a change in environment help you to think about things that aren't brought up in the day-to-day?What are some tools and strategies for creating your own solo off-site?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Jan 30, 2024 • 23min
279. STAR|MAP
In a highly anticipated episode, Jen generously unveils her STAR|MAP process for Pete and you, the listeners.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is a STAR|MAP?How might we create and follow through with purpose-driven goals?What are some strategies for sticking with habits and plans?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Jan 23, 2024 • 17min
278. SMEP
This week, Pete shares with Jen the idea of subject matter expertise phenomenon (SMEP), and together they noodle on how they might use the knowledge of that phenomenon to help coach leaders.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does "SMEP" mean, in both business and theatrical contexts?What are four core tenants of leadership?What skills are necessary to acquire knowledge and what skills are necessary to lead, and how might these overlap?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).