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Send us a textDr. David Arencibia, a distinguished educator with over two decades of experience, is renowned for his expertise in fostering successful school cultures. He is a sought-after keynote speaker and the author of Foundations of an Elite Culture, which became a #1 New Release on Amazon. David's accolades include being named a 2023 National Principal of the Year finalist, the 2022 Texas Secondary Principal of the Year, and a 2022 Texan of the Year finalist.David's leadership has led his school to national recognition, including being named one of the Best Schools in Texas and the U.S. by US News & World Report. His school achieved notable milestones such as National Recognition as a Model Campus and Texas School To Watch status. David's impactful work has been highlighted in prominent education publications and media, and he now focuses on speaking, training, and coaching to help others build elite cultures in schools and organizations.Connect with Dr. ArencibiaWebsiteX: @davidarencibiaIG: @dr.arencibiaFacebookLinkedIn: @davidarencibiaYouTube - Dr. David ArencibiaEmpowered Educator Skool CommunityCalling All Educators! I started a community that will have resources, courses, articles, networking, and more. I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources. I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant. You can find it here: www.skool.com/empowered-educator-007. www.skool.com/empowered-educator-007.Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance SuccessLet me help you determine the next steps in your career!Grab a complimentary POWER SessionWith Rubi.ai, you'll experience cutting-edge technology, research-driven insights, and efficient content delivery.email: melinda@empowereducator.comWebsite: www.empowereducator.com
What we can learn from Cirque du Soleil How do you survive 400+ performances a year? 400 elite, exacting, sometime dangerous, mindboggling performances a year! How do you not only survive 400+ performances a year but maintain or even improve performance all while staying injury free??? Well, Teamwork, Culture and a Hyper Focus on the […] The post Episode 18-3: Elite Culture = Elite Performance appeared first on Radio Influence.
Send us a textDr. David Arencibia, a distinguished educator with over two decades of experience, is renowned for his expertise in fostering successful school cultures. He is a sought-after keynote speaker and the author of Foundations of an Elite Culture, which became a #1 New Release on Amazon. David's accolades include being named a 2023 National Principal of the Year finalist, the 2022 Texas Secondary Principal of the Year, and a 2022 Texan of the Year finalist.David's leadership has led his school to national recognition, including being named one of the Best Schools in Texas and the U.S. by US News & World Report. His school achieved notable milestones such as National Recognition as a Model Campus and Texas School To Watch status. David's impactful work has been highlighted in prominent education publications and media, and he now focuses on speaking, training, and coaching to help others build elite cultures in schools and organizations.Connect with Dr. ArencibiaWebsiteX: @davidarencibiaIG: @dr.arencibiaFacebookLinkedIn: @davidarencibiaYouTube - Dr. David ArencibiaEmpowered Educator Skool CommunityCalling All Educators! I started a community that will have resources, courses, articles, networking, and more. I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources. I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant. You can find it here: www.skool.com/empowered-educator-007. www.skool.com/empowered-educator-007.Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance SuccessLet me help you determine the next steps in your career!Grab a complimentary POWER SessionWith Rubi.ai, you'll experience cutting-edge technology, research-driven insights, and efficient content delivery.email: melinda@empowereducator.comWebsite: www.empowereducator.com
Justin and Tanner are joined by former Michigan tight end and current Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt joins to talk Michigan football in 2024, their elite culture, the difficult job college football coaches have in the current era of college football.
In Episode 121 of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show, host Brandon Beck interviews David Arencibia (@davidarencibia), who shares his inspiring journey to becoming the 2022 Texas Principal of the Year and a 2023 national finalist for National Principal of the Year. In this episode, Dr. Arencibia delves into the key pillars for cultivating an elite culture, as outlined in his book, Foundations of an Elite Culture: Building Success with High Standards and a Positive Environment. He discusses how he transformed his schools into award-winning institutions and recounts his remarkable upbringing. This episode is packed with valuable insights on how to enhance the culture of any environment, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to foster success and positivity. Website: DavidArencibia.com Socials: @DavidArencibia Book: Click Here -------- Sign Up for the FREE Something For You Newsletter at BrandonBeckEDU.com This newsletter delivers helpful tips and resources to your inbox on the 1st and 15th of every month. Brandon provides you with helpful takeaways so you can implement them immediately to continue to unlock unlimited potential in all whom you serve. What are you waiting for!? Sign Up NOW! If you are looking for an opportunity to connect further with Brandon Beck. Please visit BrandonBeckEDU.com to learn more about his speaking, coaching, consulting, and other offerings that are designed to help you and your organization find greater results in your journey. #UUPotential
Today our guest is Dr. David Arencibia the Principal at Colleyville Middle School in Grapevine-Colleyville ISD. Dr. Arencibia shares about his new book, “Foundations of an Elite Culture: Building Success with High Standards and a Positive Environment.” He shares how high standards and a positive culture are the two pillars of a healthy campus, and how these two pillars can help with staff burnout, hiring, and community both inside and outside of our buildings. He also talks about Colleyville Middle School being a CharacterStrong Showcase school and he highlights the great work that the team at Colleyville is doing as they serve students and families everyday. Learn More About CharacterStrong: Join us at the 2024 CharacterStrong National Conference Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Attend our next live product preview Visit the CharacterStrong Website Dr. David Arencibia is a highly regarded educator with over two decades of experience as a school leader, dedicated to building cultures of success. David is a sought-after keynote speaker and the author of "Foundations of an Elite Culture," released in May of 2024 and held the #1 New Release position in its education category on Amazon. Notable accolades include being named the 2023 National Principal of the Year finalist, the 2022 Texas Secondary Principal of the Year, and the 2022 Texan of the Year finalist by the Dallas Morning News. David has met with the US Secretary of Education several times to help advance education in America. According to US News & World Report, David's school garnered recognition as one of the Best Schools in Texas and the country. Under his leadership, the school achieved significant milestones, earning designations such as a Nationally Recognized Model Campus, a Texas School To Watch, and a National PTA School of Excellence. Notably, during a recent school year, the school achieved 100% of students experiencing at least a year's academic growth. David and his team have fostered substantial community growth, boasting the highest school record numbers with more PTA members than students for five consecutive years. EducationWeek and NASSP's Leadership Magazines have featured David and his school team for cultivating a positive culture with high standards and teacher retention. In "The Energy Bus for Schools," a new book by Jon Gordon and Dr. Jim Van Allan, David's school is highlighted as a premier institution embodying the desired attributes of a positive culture.
In this episode, we are joined by VJ Trolio. VJ (@VTROLIO) has been teaching and coaching the game of golf for over two decades. He coaches every part of the game to his clients; preferring to build the mindset and the athlete as the swing evolves. VJ also is the co-inventor of The Putting Arc.---Follow us: Twitter - @TournamentCode Instagram - @thetournamentcode YouTube - The Tournament Code Hosted by: Cooper Collins (@coopercollins99) and Daniel Hamrin (@DanielHamrin)---(01:09) - childhood memories and golf(06:05) - college golf and time management(08:43) - transitioning into coaching(13:06) - balancing teaching and playing(17:03) - easiest way to lower scores(20:16) - the inspiration behind it(24:11) - balancing PGA Tour and junior development(29:07) - ball speed in golf pitching(33:12) - improving short game skills(39:00) - I will commit to this(41:26) - state of mind in golf
The New York Yankees bleacher seats have a community that dictates culture, anyone can buy a seat. The New York Yankees locker room has a culture that dictates it's community, you have to be invited. EVERYONE would rather have a uniform and a locker than a ticket to the game. In this episode I'm breaking down a simple, three step process you can use to start building elite culture in your business. If you want to contact me after listening, find me on instagram at @drseanpastuch Go rate the show. Five stars please. Thanks.
Bart Pietrzak is the founder and owner of an incredible gym that opened in October of last year. Despite the challenges of running a business, Pietrzak describes his experience as the best ever. He attributes this success to his amazing staff and members, who have created a strong sense of community and positive energy within the gym. While the gym may appear intimidating on the surface, Pietrzak explains that everyone is friendly and approachable. To help maintain a positive environment, he developed a red bracelet that reads "Focused AF" to signal to others that the wearer does not wish to be approached or bothered. While this idea was originally intended to address a common problem at other gyms, Pietrzak has found that it is not necessary at his gym, where everyone is respectful of each other's space. Pietrzak believes in maintaining a healthy work-life balance, which he accomplishes by focusing on four pillars of life: fitness, finance, relationships, and mindset. He emphasizes the importance of being clear about one's goals and values in each area of life and striving to uphold those standards. For example, as a father, he cannot encourage his daughter to work hard and chase her dreams if he is not doing so himself. One of the most challenging aspects of running a business, according to Pietrzak, is sticking to one's belief system and having faith that it will lead to the desired outcome. He explains that it can be difficult to approach mistakes with understanding and calm, especially when one has strong feelings about a particular issue. Pietrzak also acknowledges that he tends to have a perfectionist mentality and can be reluctant to delegate tasks. However, he has found that giving his team the freedom to create their own standard operating procedures (SOPs) fosters a sense of ownership and pride in their work. For Pietrzak, his gym is an extension of himself. He strives to be purpose-driven and make decisions that align with his values and beliefs. He encourages others to do the same and to hold themselves and others accountable for their actions. Regarding nutrition, Pietrzak suggests listening to one's intuition and choosing a few whole foods that one enjoys rather than forcing oneself to eat all the "healthy" foods. He warns against eating processed foods and explains that many food companies are owned by big tobacco, which is skilled at getting people addicted to their products. Finally, Pietrzak offers advice to those starting from scratch. He emphasizes the importance of being resourceful and getting hands-on experience. This mindset has clearly served him well, as he has built a successful gym from the ground up. In summary, Bart Pietrzak's gym is more than just a place to work out; it is a community built on strong values and a sense of purpose. Pietrzak's approach to business and life emphasizes the importance of upholding one's standards and staying true to one's beliefs. By being resourceful, maintaining a positive attitude, and staying focused on one's goals, it is possible to build a successful and fulfilling life. What You'll Learn: How your missions and values attract your tribe. Why you should aim for neutrality. How to do massively hard things in life. And much more! Favorite Quote: “Me, as a human being, is expressed within this building.” -Bart Pietrzak Connect with Bart: Project Power Gym Instagram Facebook How to Get Involved: Get podcasting help here. For more on how to grow your business, check out this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, head over and visit us on Apple Podcasts - leave a review and let us know what you thought! Your feedback keeps us going. Thanks for helping us spread the word!
Elite Culture Expert, Keynote speaker and host of the podcast, From Now To Next, Erica Rooney is on a mission to help you get SEEN, get HEARD, and grow confidently.Today, Erika joins host Brad Dalton on the B.E.S.T. Self Podcast!As a top Culture Expert, Erica inspires and educates organizations and leaders through change, driving a positive experience for employees, and guiding executives through the multi-faceted process of change toward massive success.Sixty-six countries from six continents have hopped onboard the B.E.S.T Self Podcast. We welcome back New Orleans, Louisiana as well as Makati City, Metro Manila to the show!=====Brad is an elite coach inside the most powerful Empowerment coaching program in the world and is currently accepting candidates and organizations. These are not the programs for you if you're looking for free, easy, short and quick. These are for the individuals, teams and organizations ready to live abundantly and ready to put their foot on the gas in the departments of increased income, impact and influence. Click here for a conversation. Greater is coming for you!The #1 Best Seller, DNA Of A Winner: 8 Steps to Building The Soulprint Of A Winner is on the market. Grab your copy on Amazon searching the title or at www.braddaltongroup.comIf you feel the show is worthy, please feel free to share with those you care about as it encourages others to be the their best selves. We can all be 1% better today.=====I'd love to connect with you. You can find me, your host Brad Dalton, here:Instagram: @best_selfuLinkedIn: Brad DaltonTwitter: @bestselfuYouTube: Best Self Podcast ChannelEmail: brad@braddaltonspeaks.comLets Chat!Erica's Socials and program links:Facebook: Now To Next TribeApple Pod: Now To Next PodcastTikTik: NOWtoNEXTLinkedIn: Erica Rooney=====All interview videos can be seen on the Best Self Podcast YouTube Channel.Audio only versions as well as interviews can be found at Spotify, iTunes, iHeart Radio, Google Podcast, Castbox, Apple Podcast, Deezer and most major podcast networks.
Dr. Margaret Sankey earned a PhD at Auburn University in European military history, and taught military history, security studies and political science at Minnesota State Moorhead before joining the staff at the U.S. Air Force Air War College as the director of research and electives. Currently, she is Air University's research coordinator in the Office of Sponsored Programs matching and supporting Air University assets with Air Force research problems. Her publications include Jacobite Prisoners of the 1715 Rebellion: Preventing and Punishing Insurrection in Early Hanoverian Britain, Women and War in the 21stCentury, and the North American Conference on British Studies Walter D. Love Prize-winning article, co-written with Dr. Daniel Szechi, “Elite Culture and the Decline of Scottish Jacobitism, 1715-1745,” in Past and Present. Dr. Sankey is also the author of Blood Money: How Criminals, Militias, Rebels, and Warlords Finance Violence, published by the U.S. Naval Institute Press, and this book is the subject of our conversation today.
Oliver Finlay, PhD on helping teams build elite cultures of performance, defining the Finlay Coefficient, and much more.
Dial it Up with Mike Fawaz President of Rocket TPOHi, Thanks for watching our video about Building An ELITE CULTURE! In this video we want you to think:1. Are you running from fear or running towards pleasure?2. How about your people?3. How about your clients?4. What things can you take from the culture and winning topics and how can you infuse them into your company?Our Page is full of Sales, Leadership, and Mindset content to help you become the best version of yourself and raise that version daily. We have a online academy with all 3 courses in 1. We have books, planners, coaching, mentoring, public speaking and consulting all available. #like #subscribe and #share the channel with anyone you love, we are doing this for you! Check out our other videos and make sure you sign up to our community on our linktree! https://linktr.ee/AcezAcademyAll social medias at the bottom ^Support the show
Adam Jay is the Vice President of Revenue for Oncue. His team is growing fast and there is no accidental success. Adam's teams have booked well over $100MM in ARR, hired over 350 sales professionals, and had Dozens of reps earn Internal promotions over the course of his leadership career. Today he shares how culture is the catalyst for rapid growth and massive success…regardless of the external circumstances in an insightful conversation loaded with tactics you can use today. For video snippets of this and other episodes, head to Sales Leadership United at www.patreon.com/salesleadershipunited.
Super Snake (formerly, “Super Slutty Snake”) has been dubbed “High Society's Memeologist” - providing biting social commentary and satirizing the rich and famous in an era where the money is flowing and fame is just one viral post away. Super Snake has given voice to many of the peculiarities of our era (“why does every newly minted tech billionaire need their own personal Shaman and a trip to Burning Man?”) and articulated the never-ending Battle for Status in the social media age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, the gang roasts Dan for a variety of misadventures and reviews their weekly training. The guys are then joined by Crossfit Trivium Owner Nate Dodd. Nate transformed his own body and lifestyle with CrossFit before buying the gym that changed his life. Since he has taken over at CrossFit Trivium, the gym has turned into a thriving hotbed of recreational athletes, elite competitive athletes and coaches. He talks business, removing toxic behaviors and cultivating a cohesive and winning culture. Lastly, the gang does smokes, streams and hitters.
Rob Lively, (Ret.) Command Sergeant Major of a Special Mission Unit with the United States Special Operation Command at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and current President of TRX Elite discusses how to create an elite culture, balancing your ego, and building remote teams. We want to hear from you! Can you please take 2 minutes and fill out this brief survey so we can provide you with more content that you love to listen to? _______________ ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: Dr. Erik Korem's podcast, The BluePrint, is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their family, career, and health. Dr. Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and lifeskills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals. Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement in your life to become the most healthy, resilient, impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago, and has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience, and he is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a wellness app that provides custom exercise recommendations to improve the outcomes of programs and workouts you already love. It unlocks existing data from wearables and other apps to provide empathetic and scientific guidance that's perfectly in tune with your mind and body. _______________ SUPPORT & CONNECT: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - https://erikkoremhpcoach.activehosted.com/f/1 _______________ QUOTES: “The key is using stress and being able to adapt to it and improve. That's what high performance is to me, the ability to adapt rapidly so you can achieve your potential. There are five key pillars to creating the conditions for adaptability: sleep, exercise, mental resilience, nutrition, and community/relationships.” Dr Erik Korem “I maybe have a different concept on leadership. To me, leading is a verb. If you're leading, you're a leader. If you're swimming you're a swimmer, if you're driving you're a driver. If you're leading you're by definition a leader. I define leading as being looked to in a particular moment to make a decision or perform an action based on your unique gifts and abilities. So by that definition, everybody is a leader. All rank and role really describe is how many people are hoping you get it right when it's your turn to wear the weight.” - Clint Bruce John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience: “Whenever you are sparring, your mind will have a given direction of focus. The most basic division is between self focus and focus on the opponent.” - John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience Blue Print host Dr. Erik Korem on high performance mindset and resilience: “In sport, our goal is to develop the most adaptable athletes with the most resilience who can consistently obtain their high performance mindset and potential.” - Dr. Erik Korem on high performance mindset and resilience, host of The Blue Print John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience: “Philosophy was crucial because it is among the best means of developing a problem solving mindset.” - John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience Blue Print host Dr. Erik Korem on high performance, performance mindset, and resilience: “The key is using that stress and being able to adapt to it to improve. That's what high performance to me is: the ability to adapt rapidly so you can achieve your potential.” - Dr. Erik Korem on high performance, performance mindset, and resilience, host of The Blue Print John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience: “The greatest determinant of the outcome of your matches over time by a landslide is your training and lifestyle mentality. This is the high performance mindset you carry every day as you train and progress.” - John Danaher on high performance mindset and resilience _______________ Hot Pie Media is an on-demand digital audio/video entertainment network with interests primarily in the creation of original, relevant and entertaining podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Kenny will talk about the attitude and the elitist culture that plagues Harvard and other Ivy League Schools. Tune in to learn more about the culture on these college campuses as Kenny raises the question, 'Is this the place you want to send your kids to?'.
Tyler Jones Deputy Director of Athletics at Cleveland State joins Scott Peace and Emily McMillan on Power 5 Mentality to talk about his career, top-notch advice and more. Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram @P5Mentality, email us at power5mentality@gmail.com, and visit our website at https://power5mentality.wixsite.com/mysite. You can also follow Emily and Scott on social media @emily_mcm16 and @Scott_Peace.
University of Minnesota head football coach PJ Fleck introduces his seminar on culture at the 2019 USA Football National Conference in Orlando. In his address, Coach Fleck highlights the importance of "People, Purpose, and Process." Through these pillars, Coach Fleck then gives insight into how to properly create a culture for your own program.
3 and Out with John Middlekauff is part of the Colin Cowherd Podcast Network. 3 and Out is an unfiltered podcast covering the biggest stories in the NFL and college football. John brings his unique perspective as a former NFL scout, NFL analyst and radio host. In this episode, John discusses the Steelers total domination of the Panthers, why their culture of consistency is so impressive, and why the NFL is back on a roll in 2018. John also looks at if Oklahoma QB Kyler Murray should choose the NFL over an MLB career, and why Dez Bryant is worth a flyer for the Saints, and answers listener questions from the Middlekauff Mailbag. Follow John on twitter @JohnMiddlekauff and go to theherdnow.com to find the latest content. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
We feel honored to be joined by Tim Kight, founder and president of Focus3, in the third episode of Culture Curriculum. Tim is an incredible mentor to us when it comes to teaching elite culture. His passion and knowledge are clear when you listen to him talk about culture. We connect with Tim and his systems because they are ACTIONABLE. If you are looking to build elite culture in your program, business, or organization, grab a pen and listen to this episode! It is worth every second.
In this episode Coach Mo's young athletes turned teammates. Go toe to toe with mo and discuss life and get into a deeper conversation about finding your authentic self. The Elite Culture is discussed and what it means to them. How Mo has impacted both of there lives and how comparing notes about Mo's tricks has help them discover the bigger vision that Elite Fitness HQ is.
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When I was young I liked to go to bars, especially bars where bands were playing. But when I got there, I often didn’t listen very carefully. And in truth, I wasn’t there to see the band; I was there to “make the scene,” which is to say see and be seen by my peers. As Jennifer Hall-Witt explains in her fascinating book Fashionable Acts: Opera and Elite Culture in London, 1780-1880 (University of New Hampshire Press, 2007), that’s apparently why English notables went to the opera in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century. They dressed up, went out, and “made the scene.” All the while there was an opera being performed, but it doesn’t seem anyone was paying close attention to it. They milled about, traded glances, visited each other’s boxes, talked, joked and generally had a good time. That all changed in the second half of the century. Most significantly, people began to watch and listen to the opera instead of each other. Jennifer tells us why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When I was young I liked to go to bars, especially bars where bands were playing. But when I got there, I often didn’t listen very carefully. And in truth, I wasn’t there to see the band; I was there to “make the scene,” which is to say see and be seen by my peers. As Jennifer Hall-Witt explains in her fascinating book Fashionable Acts: Opera and Elite Culture in London, 1780-1880 (University of New Hampshire Press, 2007), that’s apparently why English notables went to the opera in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century. They dressed up, went out, and “made the scene.” All the while there was an opera being performed, but it doesn’t seem anyone was paying close attention to it. They milled about, traded glances, visited each other’s boxes, talked, joked and generally had a good time. That all changed in the second half of the century. Most significantly, people began to watch and listen to the opera instead of each other. Jennifer tells us why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When I was young I liked to go to bars, especially bars where bands were playing. But when I got there, I often didn’t listen very carefully. And in truth, I wasn’t there to see the band; I was there to “make the scene,” which is to say see and be seen by my peers. As Jennifer Hall-Witt explains in her fascinating book Fashionable Acts: Opera and Elite Culture in London, 1780-1880 (University of New Hampshire Press, 2007), that’s apparently why English notables went to the opera in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century. They dressed up, went out, and “made the scene.” All the while there was an opera being performed, but it doesn’t seem anyone was paying close attention to it. They milled about, traded glances, visited each other’s boxes, talked, joked and generally had a good time. That all changed in the second half of the century. Most significantly, people began to watch and listen to the opera instead of each other. Jennifer tells us why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When I was young I liked to go to bars, especially bars where bands were playing. But when I got there, I often didn’t listen very carefully. And in truth, I wasn’t there to see the band; I was there to “make the scene,” which is to say see and be seen by my peers. As Jennifer Hall-Witt explains in her fascinating book Fashionable Acts: Opera and Elite Culture in London, 1780-1880 (University of New Hampshire Press, 2007), that’s apparently why English notables went to the opera in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century. They dressed up, went out, and “made the scene.” All the while there was an opera being performed, but it doesn’t seem anyone was paying close attention to it. They milled about, traded glances, visited each other’s boxes, talked, joked and generally had a good time. That all changed in the second half of the century. Most significantly, people began to watch and listen to the opera instead of each other. Jennifer tells us why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices