What's the Big Idea? - A Destination Imagination Podcast

In our season finale, host Michele Tuck-Ponder shares a conversation with DI's Director of Education, Johnny Wells! Johnny tells us his opinions on the four Cs, shares how his 30 years as a teacher prepared him for the world of DI, and gives us some behind-the-scenes knowledge into how decisions are made at Destination Imagination HQ.   You can learn more about Johnny and his role at DI by visiting our website.   If you'd like to learn more about the STEAM Activities page mentioned in this week's episode, click here.   Listen to this week's episode wherever you get your podcasts. A transcript is available here.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license    Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

This week, host Andrew Whitmire chats with Shira Ali, founder of REI Chics, a property management training and consulting firm. Shira takes us through the decision making process behind leaving her corporate job to start her own business, and gives us some insights to the many skill sets she uses in her work.   You can learn more about Shira and her podcast, Manage Your Property with Ease, by visiting her website.   This week, we ask you to learn more about Destination Imagination by signing up for our introductory webinar. Visit our website to register for a live session or download a captioned video today!   A transcript of this episode is available here.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Beauty Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5025-beauty-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

In this episode, host Michele Tuck-Ponder chats with the University of Dayton's Teri Rizvi, author and co-founder of the Erma Bombeck Writers Workshop. Teri tells us about the inspiration behind the creation of this famous writing workshop. We also learn more about Teri's new book, One Heart with Courage, and how she finds time to pursue writing in addition to her other responsibilities.   You can learn more about Teri on her website, or click here to learn more about the Erma Bombeck Writers Workshop.   If you'd like to learn more about the STEAM Activities page mentioned in this week's episode, click here.   Listen to this week's episode wherever you get your podcasts. A transcript is available here.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license    Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

This week, most of our staff and volunteers are in Kansas City, Missouri, for our Global Finals tournament. If you've never attended Global Finals, it's an event unlike any other - so we asked some of our alumni to describe their experience for you.   This week, we ask you to consider making a charitable donation to Destination Imagination. Click here to make your contribution today.   A transcript of this episode is available here.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

In this week's episode, host Michele Tuck-Ponder chats with Antwaun Thompson, aka Coach T, Executive Director of JLT Fieldhouse and owner of Coach T's Corner. Coach T shares his stories from the basketball court and tells us about the leadership skills that can be gained through team sports.   You can learn more about Coach T and his leadership programs by visiting his website.   This week, we ask you to learn more about Destination Imagination by signing up for our introductory webinar. Visit our website to register for a live session or download a captioned video today!   A transcript of this episode is available here.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Beauty Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5025-beauty-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

“I don't balance. Nope. I feel like that's just not a thing. There is no balance…communication research backs this up; you shouldn't multitask…your brain doesn't work that way. When I'm doing news, I am just doing news.” - Malika Dudley   This week, host Paige Curtis sits down with Malika Dudley, broadcast meteorologist for KITV4 Island News in Hawaii! Malika talks us through her process for communicating big information with the masses and how remote work options opened up new possibilities. Malika also shares a bit about her multitude of other projects - including The Communification Podcast - and how she navigates having many roles.   You can learn more about Malika and the Communification Podcast by visiting MalikaDudley.com.   In this episode, we tell you more about our free guide on STEAM activities to use at home or in the classroom. To download this free resource, visit our website.   A transcript of this episode is available here.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license    Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

 “My advice: Follow your heart. Follow your dreams. Work hard. Show you can do.” - John Cronin   “Don't ever focus on somebody's limitations. Be awed by the possibilities.” - Mark X. Cronin   Part 2 of 2! Join us for Part 2 of our interview with John and Mark Cronin, founders of John's Crazy Socks. In this episode, John and Mark tell us more about their advocacy work for people with differing abilities, how they use communication in the workplace, and their initiatives to spread happiness. John even answers our Rapid Fire questions! Mark and John also tell us more about their upcoming JCS Champions, which provides business resources for people with different abilities.   Learn more about John and Mark Cronin by visiting JohnsCrazySocks.com.   In this episode, we ask you to consider making a charitable donation to Destination Imagination. Click here to learn more about and make your contribution today.   Click here for a transcript of today's episode: https://dihq.box.com/s/d08rpn07zterv6jwn3zsb59irpuevmdg   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Pleasant Porridge by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7614-pleasant-porridge License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

“We're in this for the long haul, so we're looking to make personal connections and share the experience with our customers - we're looking to create an experience for our customers. Once you believe that, then it becomes manifest in everything you do.” - Mark X. Cronin   In our Season 2 premiere, host Paige Curtis sits down with John and Mark Cronin, a father and son duo who are the founders of John's Crazy Socks. In part 1 of our interview with John and Mark, they share the origin story of their business, what makes them unique, and even how they got some ideas from a Jon Favreau movie. John and Mark also open up about John's journey as a person with Down Syndrome, and how their business gives them the opportunity to advocate for people with different abilities.    Learn more about John and Mark Cronin by visiting JohnsCrazySocks.com.   In this episode, we ask you to learn more about Destination Imagination by signing up for our introductory webinar. Visit our website to register for a live session or download a captioned video today!   Click here for a transcript of this episode: https://dihq.box.com/s/y62l1c4c7d17k8qv0sxzvs55kgwd8v0k   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Beauty Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5025-beauty-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

WE'RE BACK! Season 2 of What's the Big Idea? debuts April 21. Join us for a new round of interviews, including authors, teachers, entrepreneurs, meteorologists, and more! What's the Big Idea? is available wherever you get your podcasts.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song... License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   TRANSCRIPT:  MICHELE: Hi, I'm Michele Tuck-Ponder, Executive Director of Destination Imagination and host of DI's career podcast - What's the Big Idea?   On What's the Big Idea?, you'll hear from fascinating industry leaders about how they created successful careers using the key tools of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity.   Guests like Andrew Berry, General Manager of the Cleveland Browns:   ANDREW BERRY: All jobs are work, but all jobs don't necessarily have to feel like work.   MICHELE: Chloe Kontos from MD Anderson Cancer Center:   CHLOE KONTOS: I'm not a scientist, but that doesn't mean that I can't work on these issues or work in this domain. So I think that it's really important to have the courage to try out different domains and areas and not think that you need to be an expert. There are generalist roles in these STEM fields...and that means that you are part of the STEM workforce.”   MICHELE: And many more leaders spanning fields of science, technology, fine arts, and more.    And now, we're on to Season 2! I hope you'll join us as we speak to a new group of leaders and innovators in all new episodes. Season 2 of What's the Big Idea? streams on Thursdays, starting April 21st, wherever you get your podcasts.

“I see some young adults - and it kinda frustrates me a little bit - at top notch universities, that cannot really critically think. They know how to use the tools, and they know how to get direction, but if I say ‘Solve this problem' and it's kind of an open ended problem, they'll basically be asking for a set of instructions. And so that ability to really look and abstract the problem - it's something we really need to develop very early on.” - Ted Tagami   Part 2 of 2! In our Season 1 finale, guest host Andrew Whitmire finishes his conversation with Ted Tagami from Magnitude.io. Ted tells us about how he uses the four Cs (especially critical thinking!) in his work in the space industry, shares the value of being a lifelong learner , and answers the age old question - does pineapple belong on pizza?!?!   This week, we ask you to consider making a charitable donation to Destination Imagination, so you can fuel more creative educational experiences for young people around the world. Click here to make your contribution today.   Thank you for listening to Season 1 of What's the Big Idea?. More episodes will return in 2022!   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Pleasant Porridge by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7614-pleasant-porridge License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

“You want someone to feel something if you're going to be involved in an experience. And for me, learning meant I needed to remember something. Like, I remember my dad tripping over me in the early morning hours, because I was watching on this black and white TV on this big ol' console there in the living room because they were going to the moon - and I remember that moment….those moments are seared in our mind.  And if we can create experiences that are memorable like that...you have to create an experience where everyone feels like they're in tune with it.” - Ted Tagami  Part 1 of 2! This week, guest host Andrew Whitmire chats with Ted Tagami, CEO of Magnitude.io and Education Chair of the User Advisory Committee for the International Space Station US National Lab. Ted walks us through the career path that led him to the “space space” and gives us an inside look at the experiments that will take place through ExoLab-9 on board the International Space Station. Ted also tells us about the science experiences Magnitude.io makes available to classrooms around the world and offers his advice to students who are interested in careers in space.   This episode asks you to register for a Destination Imagination Information Session - our webinar for parents/guardians and educators who are interested in learning more about DI. Visit this page to sign up for our webinar - live or on demand! - today.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Beauty Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5025-beauty-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

“I would love to touch on this from a perspective of, like, if you might believe differently from me, I still want this to apply to you if you're listening to this. So, for me, I think all of us can resonate with the idea that we want to make a difference in the world...I was able to learn from so many different beliefs - around my own faith, even!...and so I think I was able to become a better songwriter because I was able to understand different cultures and different ways of thinking.” - Rachel Hale    This week, host Michele Tuck-Ponder fangirls over Rachel Hale - singer, songwriter, American Idol contestant, and DI alum. Rachel walks us through her journey in the music industry, how a class recital launched her path to American Idol, and what it means for her to combine her music and her ministry. Rachel also shares her advice for students who might feel like an underdog, gives us a look at her songwriting process, and tells us why “true, authentic music has to come out of a heart.” In this episode, we ask you to download our activity guide promoting Social-Emotional Learning at home or in the classroom. Click here to download this free resource today.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Nowhere Land by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4148-nowhere-land License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

“I am fully owning what makes me different, what makes me unique - and once we are able to fully own what makes us unique, we regain control over our narrative. And we are no longer controlled by the fear of being judged for not being like everyone else.” - Joze Piranian   In today's episode, guest host Paige Curtis chats with Joze Piranian, award-winning motivational speaker and stand-up comedian who's known for his TEDx presentations and his workshops on inclusion and resilience. Joze opens up about his stutter, and how he transformed from a person who avoided speaking for 25 years to someone who's spoken to audiences around the world (in multiple languages!).  Joze also tells us about how Toastmasters and stand-up comedy helped him learn to face his fear, and offers his advice to young people who feel like they are different.    This week, we ask you to consider becoming a Team Manager for a DI team. Click here to learn more about how to join the ranks of our valued Destination Imagination volunteers.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

“You have to learn to be a beginner again. And there's a lot of creativity in that beginner place, but it's not very comfortable.” - Gail Bower   This week host Michele Tuck-Ponder sits down with Gail Bower, Revenue Strategist with Bower & Company Consulting LLC. Gail chats with us about how her love of creative writing and a set of career textbooks led to a career in public relations, what it means to be a consultant, and the decision making process behind making a career change.   In this episode, we ask you to consider starting a DI team. Click here to learn more about the process behind bringing the creative journey to young people in your area.    Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3851-happy-alley License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

“I'm very excited because in my job, not only do I personally get to be creative and do fun things, but I also feel that the work we're doing is making a difference in our community. Whether it's teaching a young person and helping them with their self-confidence, or creating a platform for queer youth to talk to parents and talk to teachers and talk to administrators about what's going on...that is so important.” - Brian Guehring   In this week's episode, host Michele Tuck-Ponder sits down with Brian Guehring, Playwright-in-Residence/Literary Manager at the Omaha Theater Company and Co-Founder of the Pride Players. Brian tells us about how his family's “culture points” led to his creative pursuits and shares his playwriting process. Brian and Michele also discuss Pride Players, the award-winning teen theatre troupe that uses improvisation and storytelling to explore LBGTQ+ issues that impact today's youth.   This episode asks you to register for a Destination Imagination Information Session - our webinar for parents/guardians and educators who are interested in learning more about DI. Visit this page to sign up for our webinar - live or on demand! - today.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Beauty Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5025-beauty-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

“I knew, even at a young age, that I wanted to spend the rest of my life giving back. I wanted to spend the rest of my existence pouring into others and making the world a better place. Because, quite frankly, when we leave, we don't take anything with us - you know? We don't take anything with us, but we do leave a legacy.” - Gabrielle Gay    This week, guest host Andrew Whitmire interviews Gabrielle Gay, an education activist and influencer from Barbados. Gabrielle discusses how her supportive family and love of reading led to her founding the Gabrielle Gay Award for Excellence in Reading and Literacy Mentorship when she was just 13 years old. Gabrielle tells us more about being a “tough cookie”, shares advice about making ambitious moves at a young age, and gives us an exclusive look at the new ways her program provides opportunities for young women in STEM and legal fields.    In this episode, we tell you more about our free guide on STEAM activities to use at home or in the classroom. To download this free resource, visit our website.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Blippy Trance by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5759-blippy-trance License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license    Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

“You walk into a job, and you don't necessarily...you don't know these people, you don't know their backgrounds, you're going to have differences - as you should! We all should be different and come in with different ideas and different beliefs and different backgrounds or upbringing. ” - Marshall Rainey   If you've ever wondered exactly how tall Godzilla is, this week's episode is for you.   This week, guest host Paige Curtis chats with Marshall Rainey, Visual Effects Manager for films such as Zach Snyder's Justice League, Godzilla vs. Kong, and the upcoming adaptation of The Flash. Marshall, who is an alum of Destination Imagination, shares how his time as a student in team-driven activities prepared him for a career in the film industry. Marshall also shares some of his insights into how making movies has changed since the pandemic and offers advice to students who want to follow their dreams.    In this episode, we ask you to consider joining us for one of our webinars which serve as an introduction to DI. Register for a Destination Imagination Information Session - either live or on demand - by visiting this page.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Beauty Flow by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5025-beauty-flow License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

“New things only come from being creative. If we just accept tradition and only do traditional things going into the future, then we aren't going to make any progress.” - Dr. Chawne Kimber   In the latest episode of What's the Big Idea?, Michele interviews Dr. Chawne Kimber, Dean of the College and Washington and Lee University. Dr. Kimber describes how her Southern roots and her spirit of competition led to a career as a mathematics professor. Dr. Kimber also tells us more about the value of mentorship and the Summer Program to Advance Leadership in STEM.   In addition to her work in mathematics, Dr. Kimber is also an accomplished quilter. She shares with us a little bit about how social justice inspires her creations, and how she uses her creativity in both math and visual art.   In this week's episode, we ask you to consider becoming a Team Manager for a DI team. Click here to learn more about how to join the ranks of our valued Destination Imagination volunteers.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5050-wholesome License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

“Communication is a big piece of every job I've ever had. If you have the best idea in the world, but you can't explain it to people, or explain it in a way that they can understand...your idea doesn't matter.” - Chloe Kontos   Part 2 of 2!  Guest host Paige Curtis continues her conversation with Chloe Kontos, the incoming Director of the Office of the CTO at MD Anderson Cancer Center. In Part 2, Chloe details how she used the four Cs (communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking) in her work in the Peace Corps, the White House, and JP Morgan Chase. Chloe also shares the value of being a generalist and finding a good mentor.   This week, we ask you to consider making a charitable donation to Destination Imagination, so you can fuel more creative educational experiences for young people around the world. Click here to make your contribution today.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Pleasant Porridge by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7614-pleasant-porridge License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

“I'm not a scientist, but that doesn't mean that I can't work on these issues or work in this domain. So I think that it's really important to have the courage to try out different domains and areas and not think that you need to be an expert. There are generalist roles in these STEM fields...and that means that you are part of the STEM workforce.” - Chloe Kontos    Part 1 of 2! This week guest host Paige Curtis speaks with Chloe Kontos, the incoming Director of the Office of the CTO at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Chloe shares her experiences in the Peace Corps - “the reason I have everything I have today in my life” - and a career working within three White House administrations. In Part 1, Chloe takes us through her time in the federal government, what it means to be an “honest broker”,  and how the average citizen unexpectedly interacts with government agencies throughout their lifetime.   This week, we ask you to consider making a charitable donation to Destination Imagination, so you can fuel more creative educational experiences for young people around the world. Click here to make your contribution today.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Pleasant Porridge by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7614-pleasant-porridge License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

“I think one of the biggest things that I feel like kids could learn is how to work well with others, how to collaborate, how to be able to listen to their teammates, and also how to accept constructive feedback because that will go very, very, very, very far no matter what field that you are in and what industry because it's so important.” - Grace Hsiu   In this episode, we talk with Grace Hsiu, Senior Manager of Artist Strategy at Platoon, an artist-centric record label owned by Apple. Learn how Grace applied her fine arts degree, as well as her creative and collaborative skills learned in high school, to land one of the coolest jobs at one of the world's largest tech companies.   In this week's episode, we ask you to start your DI team for the 21-22 season. Click here to learn about ways to get started. Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3851-happy-alley License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

“Realize that there's no expectation that you must get it all right. That's where that grace comes in. But really being genuine and recognizing that I don't know everything, whomever's having that conversation may not know everything, but they're open and willing to learn...grace is huge. I cannot stress that enough.” - India Sylvester   In our latest episode, we are joined by India Sylvester, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Lumen Technologies. India tells us about how her love of reading and a surprising college elective course drew her to a career in Human Resources. India also shares more about Lumen Technologies' efforts in Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging and offers her advice for navigating conversations on inclusion.   Lumen Technologies partnered with Destination Imagination on the ImagineXperience, a unique new classroom experience for underserved youth. Learn more about the ImagineXperience here.   In this week's episode, we ask you to start your DI team for the 21-22 season. Click here to learn about ways to get started.   Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3851-happy-alley License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Loopster by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 

“All jobs are work, but all jobs don't necessarily have to feel like work.” - Andrew Berry    In our first episode, Andrew Berry, General Manager of the Cleveland Browns, reflects on his journey to a career in professional football via Harvard, a computer science degree, and being willing to say no to Wall Street—proving there are many ways to pursue your passions. Andrew also tells us about the Browns' #BeTheSolution campaign and how all of us can work towards affecting change.    Andrew Berry is an alum of Destination Imagination and the recipient of the 2021 Alumni Icon Award. His advice to current DI teams: “Really compete in earnest and realize that you're developing life skills along the way.”    In this week's episode, we ask you to start planning your DI team for the 21-22 season. Click here to learn about ways to get started. Music Attributions: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Newer Wave by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7016-newer-wave  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Danse Macabre - Big Change by Kevin MacLeod  Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3588-danse-macabre---big-change  License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Carefree by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3476-carefree License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

A preview of what's coming soon on What's the Big Idea?, presented by Destination Imagination. Subscribe today!     Music: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaper License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license