Here's the Thing with Dave and Alex

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Here’s the Thing with Dave and Alex is a new podcast that explores communication and it’s impact on relationships. Dave Dudley is astonished by the world around him. He is a husband, dad, public speaker, athlete, coach, mentor and eternal optimist. Alex Clark is a husband, dad, corporate trainer, musician and now podcaster. Wholly grateful for every experience and endlessly curious about what is possible and the human spirit. Together they are inspired. Join Dave and Alex as they pull in content from influencers and provide their unique perspective based on their collective experiences.

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    • Jan 27, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 16m AVG DURATION
    • 29 EPISODES


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    Here's the Thing…In the Moment/Humble Pie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2024 5:23


    Here's the thing, I've spent the better part of my life participating in just about any sport you can name and as you know I've also done my fair share of obstacle course races. I've sailed through all of these endeavors with nary a scratch on my body - but recently, I was humbled.

    Here's the Thing…In the Moment/Self-Deprecating > Self-Defeating

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2022 6:11


    At an early age I became masterful in the art of using self-deprecating sense of humor. Call it a defense mechanism or the ability to disarm a bully from any potential insults they may swing my way, I used this skill in the same manner Michelangelo used a mallet and chisel to create the statue of David. Nobody was going to beat me to the punch when it came to pointing out my own shortcomings. But did I go too far?

    Here's the Thing…In the Moment/Who You Are…Not

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 7:25


    In this moment, Dave reflects on coming to grips with the fact that he's not quite the mountain man he thought he was. He talks through some issues he recently experienced while becoming emotionally paralyzed at the hands of a mountain backroad and who (all) got him through the anxiety. Oddly enough, he had a purely tranquil moment with a black bear on that same trip.

    Here's the Thing…In the Moment/Building the Perfect Mentor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2021 6:13


    Everyone could benefit from holding space with a mentor. A trusted advisor who can provide guidance in life, both personal and professional. In this moment Dave shares his Frankenmentor concept and where he pulls from towards building the perfect mentor. He also references an amazing song that you should listen to. ; ) Enjoy!

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    Here's the Thing...In the Moment / Offer No Discounts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2021 6:46


    When you realize how much you're worth, you'll stop giving people discounts. In this moment Dave explores the grey area of confidence and pride as well as those who cross over into the dark side of arrogance. He shares a lesson he learned early in life that epitomizes why it's so important to show up fully for every life event.

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    Here's the Thing ... In the Moment / Influence

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 5:36


    With great power comes great responsibility - we all have a responsibility to those we share space with and this can be overwhelming. In this moment Dave shares his perspective on Stephen Covey's concept of Circles of Influence and how it can impact the relationships in our world.

    Here's the Thing...In the Moment / Judgement

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2021 5:55


    Yes, you are being judged by others...just as you are judging others, but is that a bad thing? Whether it's generationally, geographically, culturally, stylistically, or socially - the list and combinations of reasons people judge each other is lengthy. But we can leverage this in the hopes of learning more about each other - leaning into the potential of ascending together towards meaningful relationships and solutions.

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    Here's the Thing...In the Moment / Vulnerability

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 8:30


    The Canadian actress Victoria Pratt once said “People think vulnerability will make you weak, but it does the opposite. It shows you're strong enough to care.” Let's take a moment to think about the many benefits of leaning into your vulnerability. **Spoiler Alert - it's our first bonus episode with an addendum : )

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    Here's the Thing...In the Moment / It's ok to be Selfish

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 6:08


    You can't support or love others until you take care of yourself. Sometimes the most effective path to selflessness begins with a moment of selfishness. In this moment, Dave shares his thoughts on why it's ok to step back from the world around you to figure out what's missing in your own life, before supporting others - or to simply find happiness.

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    Here's the Thing...In the Moment / Character

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2021 5:19


    We should all aspire to be judged by the “content of our character”. It's a concept that should challenge us to be the best that we can be - and not just when others are watching us. In this moment, Dave shares his insight of checking himself in the mirror each day to see if he's still a “good guy”.

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    Here's the Thing ... In the Moment / Are you being Purposeful (with everything)?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 4:39


    Charles Dickens once said “The best way to lengthen out our days is to walk steadily and with a purpose”. In this moment Dave walks through the importance of assigning purpose to all tasks, activities and endeavors - not simply checking a box.

    Episode 12: Resolutions / What a Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 39:49


    This was a year like no other but if we learn nothing it would all be for naught. As we look to turn the page to the year ahead it's perfect timing for resolutions. In this episode we will reflect on what went well and what could have gone better, as well as consider what we throw in the bonfire and what we hope rises from the ashes.

    Here's the Thing ... In the Moment/Emotional Intelligence

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2020 6:39


    Emotional Intelligence is the key to both personal and professional success. The ability to relate and empathize with others will serve you well towards effectively navigating life's journey. In this moment Dave shares his perspective on Emotional Intelligence and ways in which you can enhance yours. Enjoy!

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    Here's the Thing ... in the Moment / Equanimity

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2020 4:58


    In this moment Alex shares his thoughts on Equanimity - mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation. Something to T.H.I.N.K. about.

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    Here's the Thing...in the Moment/Anotha One

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 4:44


    In this moment, Alex ponders the question “What would you attempt if you knew you couldn't fail?”. He explores the power of getting your repetitions in. And inadvertently hints at a shout out to DJ Khaled. : )

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    Episode 11: Raise Your Elevator Pitch Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 44:05


    Is it ironic that it takes us 45 mins to explain an Elevator Pitch? Well, if you're looking to hone your own pitch and effectively communicate your personal brand then this 45 mins is what you're looking for. We will discuss the purpose, framework and best practices around effective Elevator Pitches.

    Episode 10: Soundtrack of a Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2020 39:45


    For our 10th episode, we dive into the Soundtrack of our Live. After listening to, exploring and judging this episode (we fully expect and welcome the judging... : ), we invite you to create your Top 10 list of songs that most reflect your life's journey. Hoping you find the process as memorable, exhausting and reflective as we did. Enjoy!

    Here's the Thing...in the Moment/Believe the Hype

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2020 4:21


    Here's the thing … every one of us needs a “Hype Person”. You know, a champion, an advocate... your biggest supporter. In many cases, the most effective hype person is staring back at you from the mirror. After all, nobody knows You better than You. In this moment, Dave talks about the value and framework of a well crafted elevator pitch.

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    Episode 9: Let it Flow; Let it Flow

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 46:54


    Have you ever experienced a moment described as the “zone” or a “runner's high”… those moments that seem to be a level higher than autopilot? Have you ever experienced moments of peak performance, when it seemed to really count? What if you could build an experience of higher levels of personal performance…like that of an Olympian or Masterclass Speaker? During this episode, Alex will guide Dave on a journey into “flow state.” Join us to see how this might resonate with you.

    Here's the Thing...in the Moment / Go to your Happy Place

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 3:52


    Everyone should have a “happy place”. A mental space that brings them joy. A place they can access the would allow the opportunity to recalibrate in times of pressure, stress or tension. Dave talks about this concept in the moment and explains the relevance of the hair band he always wears on his wrist.

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    Episode 8: Authenticity - Will the REAL YOU please step forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 41:02


    Spouse. Parent. Sibling. Child. Friend. Peer. Coach. Mentor. Student. We all play so many different roles in our lives. In this episode, Alex and Dave will explore the concept of showing up authentically for those we support, impact and influence.

    Episode 7: The Critical Power of Failure

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 41:27


    What's your greatest fear? Ever experienced an epic failure? Alex and Dave bridge these concepts to discuss strategies for both. Bonus Content: Dave's dark side when it comes to preparing for a presentation “worst case scenario”...and has he ever experienced it?

    Episode 6: One For The Ages ... Navigating Multigenerational Communication

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 27:15


    Alex and Dave lean into their perspective from the middle (middle-age that is...). As two guys who've “been there”, but who are also trying to figure out where they'll be in 20 years - they discuss generational bridges, social media and why Dave can't get a game of pickup basketball.

    Episode 5: Uncomfortable Conversations / To Have Them or Not (Spoiler Alert...Have Them)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2020 27:11


    We all bring values, beliefs and experiences to every situation and conversation. There are also characteristics of our identities we can not alter or change. Layer on emotion and passion - the perspectives that may be present at any interaction are infinite. In this episode Dave and Alex discuss why some conversations are avoided and strategies towards productive outcomes.

    Episode 4: Quality Questions = Quality Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 19:49


    Listen in as Dave and Alex discuss and model behavior that revolves around the notion that the quality of one's life can be determined by the quality of the questions they ask. Enjoy!

    Episode 3: Accountability

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2020 33:45


    Dave runs obstacle course races and Alex is the drummer in a band...how does this all relate to Accountability? In this episode we'll explore the internal and external conversations that play a big part of the responsibility that comes with holding oneself and others accountable. Enjoy!

    Episode 2: Legacy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 25:30


    Legacy is something a person leaves behind...how you will be remembered. Dave and Alex attempt to wrap their minds around this concept to talk about how communication influences your legacy with those around you. Enjoy!

    Episode 1: Introductions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 2:38


    Here's the Thing with Dave and Alex is a new podcast that explores communication and the impact it has on relationships, accountability and legacy. Meet Dave and Alex the in this first episode.

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    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 1:06


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