Behavioral Grooves Podcast

Do you struggle with maintaining healthy eating habits? Are you, like Kurt, stashing Oreos in the basement to avoid temptation? Believe it or not, making small changes to your environment can be more effective for managing your health than relying on willpower alone. This week, Kurt and Tim are joined by nutrition expert Monica Reinagel—an opera singer turned nutritionist and podcaster. Monica shares her unique insights on weight management and what really matters when starting your personal health journey. Context is everything when it comes to health decisions. In this episode, they dive into how simple tweaks to your environment, both public and private, can have a big impact on your overall well-being. Tune in for practical tips, expert advice, and the encouragement you need to start making healthier choices that work for you. © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Book a time to talk to Tim about Behavioral Grooves here [https://bookme.name/behavioralgrooves]. Topics  [0:00] Oreo habits and environmental adjustments [9:22] Introduction and speed round [13:50] Are New Year’s Resolutions bad? [20:08] Eating, emotions, and environment [24:32] From opera singer to nutritionist - finding your passions [31:35] How we can look at nutrition through behavioral science [38:30] Tracking nutrition with the Nutrition GPA App [45:00] Desert island music [51:32] Grooving Session: influencing behavior by changing your environment © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Links  Nutrition GPA app [https://nutritionovereasy.com/nutritiongpa/] Monica on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thenutritiondiva/?hl=en] Change Academy Podcast [https://changeacademypodcast.com/] Behavioral Grooves Facebook Group! [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1025501742354651] Musical Links  Bach - Spirits of Meditation - Suite #5 Aria [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkjW2oNb5TI] Mozart - Symphony No. 40 in G minor [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTc1mDieQI8]

Get ready for a moo-ving conversation! This week, Kurt and Tim sit down with Gregory Berns, a psychology professor at Emory University, to explore the secret world of cows. Gregory shares his journey from academic to accidental farmer during the COVID-19 pandemic and how a group of miniature cows changed his life. There’s moo-re to cows than meets the eye, and Gregory reveals how his farming adventure turned into a real-life exploration of cow psychology, unveiling behaviors that challenge common assumptions. In today’s world, there’s often a disconnect between urban dwellers and livestock, and the trio discusses how we can reconnect with farm life and our food sources to become more conscious consumers. But that’s not all—tune in to hear how Gregory’s innovative “bud box” techniques show how understanding cow psychology can lead to stress-free handling and trust-building on the farm and beyond. Whether you’re a city slicker or a country dweller, this episode will expand your perspective and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the complex inner lives of the animals around us. © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Book a time to talk to Tim about Behavioral Grooves here [https://bookme.name/behavioralgrooves] Topics  [0:00] A different type of episode! [2:44] Intro and speed round [4:49] How does a behavioral scientist start raising cows? [12:21] Understanding cow personalities [18:38] Psychology of animal relationships [27:59] Cow psychology and handling techniques [36:51] Music and cows [42:25] Grooving session - understanding our relationship with animals © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Links  Gregory Berns [http://gregoryberns.com/] Cowpuppy: An Unexpected Friendship and a Scientist's Journey Into the Secret World of Cows [https://www.porchlightbooks.com/product/cowpuppy-an-unexpected-friendship-and-a-scientists-journey-into-the-secret-world-of-cows--gregory-berns/isbn/9781400338801] Psychology Today: Cows [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/animal-emotions/201711/cows-science-shows-theyre-bright-and-emotional-individuals#:~:text=Personality%3A%20Cows%2C%20similar%20to%20numerous,%2C%20gregariousness%2C%20and%20being%20temperamental.] Musical Links  Lynyrd Skynyrd - Sweet Home Alabama [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-p8GXZcdrIk] The Band - Don’t Do It [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjbAppJtx7E] The Beach Boys - Kokomo [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJWmbLS2_ec]

Do women in the workplace have to choose between being likable and assertive? This week, Alison Fragale, author of The Likable Badass joins Kurt and Tim to look at the challenges women face in the workplace and how they can overcome. With her powerful concept of the “likable badass”, Alison teaches listeners the art of blending warmth with assertiveness to achieve success without sacrificing authenticity.  Alison unpacks and explores the historical disadvantages women have faced due to gender and stereotypical characteristics that often hinder success. She highlights how women can overcome these traditional obstacles by balancing confidence and kindness, offering practical strategies like positive self-talk, and building an “army of promoters” to elevate their status. Throughout their discussion, Alison emphasizes how small, incremental improvements and effective communication can help women build a strong reputation. In their grooving session, Kurt and Tim dive deeper into the concept of the likable badass, providing listeners with tangible insights on how small, consistent efforts can significantly impact workplace success and beyond. By focusing on building status rather than seeking power, listeners of all genders can gain valuable insights into self-promotion and confidence in the workplace. © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Topics  [0:00] Empowering women in the workplace [4:20] Introduction and speed round [8:21] What is a “likable badass”? [12:20] Challenges faced by women in the workplace [16:12] How communication helps build status [27:14] Why we need to self-promote [30:12] Dangers of self-deprecation [39:32] Practical tips for becoming a likable badass [46:12] Desert Island music [51:20] Grooving Session: the importance of small, incremental improvements and promoting your own success © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Links  Likable Badass - How Women Get the Success They Deserve [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/712677/likeable-badass-by-alison-fragale-phd/] Join the Behavioral Grooves Newsletter! [https://behavioralgrooves.com] Alison Fragale [https://www.kenan-flagler.unc.edu/faculty/directory/alison-fragale/] Linda Babcock - The No Club [https://www.thenoclub.com/] Musical Links  Zach Brown - I Remember [https://youtu.be/ZVVvJjwzl6c?si=yBgdVeLnciFeSN6K] Bon Jovi - It’s My Life [https://youtu.be/vx2u5uUu3DE?si=ZT87-GCyw2ftQckt]

Are generational labels dead weight? This week—after many technical difficulties and a nearly-forgotten anniversary—Kurt talks with organizational culture expert Jessica Kriegel about generational divides and why they are ultimately pointless and unproductive for both personal and professional growth. Jessica introduces her “culture equation” framework, revealing three critical elements that drive revenue growth and how missing these elements can lead to stagnation. A key focus of the conversation is the damaging impact of generational stereotypes in the workplace and how ageism, in any form, prevents us from recognizing people’s unique talents. Through compelling examples, Jessica explains how these stereotypes dangerously influence workplace practices—and what we can do to avoid them. Tim is back from anniversary-dinner bliss for this week’s grooving session, where he and Kurt reflect on the key themes from Kurt’s conversation with Jessica. The duo offers insights on the power of thoughtful communication and how being intentional with our words can shape organizational culture. Whether you’re a Boomer, Gen Z’er, or anything in between (sorry Gen X and Milennials), this episode has all you need to challenge stereotypes and start bridging those generational gaps. © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Topics  [0:00] Generational stereotypes and corporate culture [6:20] Speed round with Jessica Kriegel [9:10] Generational labels: a perspective [23:25] The “Culture Equation” and it’s impact on success [28:41] The importance of leadership for shaping culture [36:52] How to align purpose, strategy, and culture [42:25] Grooving Session: Bridging generational divides with leadership © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Links  Unfairly Labeled: How Your Workplace Can Benefit From Ditching Generational Stereotypes [https://www.amazon.com/Unfairly-Labeled-Workplace-Generational-Stereotypes/dp/1119220602] How to get people to give a sh*t | Jessica Kriegel | TEDxStGeorgeStudio [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2rOLe3Il-k] Is Generational Prejudice Seeping into Your Workplace? [https://hbr.org/2022/03/is-generational-prejudice-seeping-into-your-workplace] Subscribe to our Newsletter! [https://behavioralgrooves.com/] Musical Links  Atmosphere - “Sunshine [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AckhnLpwceM]" The Beatles - "Eight Days a Week [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kle2xHhRHg4]"

This week, we dive into a thought-provoking conversation with Bob McKinnon, host of the Attribution podcast [https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1060933577/attribution] and author of America's Dreaming. Bob unpacks the complex factors that determine success and failure, drawing from his own experiences and broader societal influences. He challenges the "fundamental attribution error," where we often credit personal effort over external factors, and how this bias can distort our perceptions of ourselves and others. Through powerful stories, Bob discusses how systemic barriers and limiting beliefs shape life outcomes, emphasizing the need to recognize the roles of luck, privilege, and social connections in our narratives. Bob, Kurt and Tim explore the ethics of marketing, the overlooked influence of luck in success, and how reframing our stories can foster empathy. With insights into everything from historical injustices to the power of music and storytelling, Bob offers listeners a fresh perspective on the importance of compassionate curiosity in bridging social divides by creating more inclusive conversations. Tune in to discover how understanding attribution can change the way we see the world—and ourselves. © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Topics  [0:00] Intro [6:03] Speed round [9:18] Factors contributing to success/failure [13:53] Attribution and how it affects perceptions and behaviors [19:21] Attribution error and its impact on behavior and success [29:30] Success, privilege, and race in America [35:00] Land grants, race, and attribution [46:35] Empathy, storytelling, and judging less to improve relationships [54:00] Music, identity, and belonging [1:00:29] Grooving session: Attribution and luck in success   © 2024 Behavioral Grooves Links  The Monopoly Experiment [https://reasonandmeaning.com/2021/10/24/the-monopoly-experiment-wealthy-people-are-more-selfish/] The Random Factor by Mark Rank [https://www.ucpress.edu/book/9780520390966/the-random-factor] America’s Surprising Views on Inequality [https://www.newyorker.com/science/maria-konnikova/americas-surprising-views-on-income-inequality] American Dream Score - Bob’s Quiz [https://movingupusa.com/calc/] America’s Dreaming - Bob McKinnon [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/719599/americas-dreaming-by-bob-mckinnon-illustrated-by-thai-my-phuong/] Musical Links  Neil Diamond - I am…I said [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TYesac3Hmw] Tracy Chapman - Fast Car [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIOAlaACuv4] Luke Combs - Fast Car [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXmmyuIqZyo]