Sketchplanations - The Podcast
Big Ideas explored through Little Pictures. This podcast offers conversations about ideas based on simple and insightful sketches from the Sketchplanations online collection. Topics include science, behavioral economics, wellbeing, nature, psychology frameworks, business models, cognitive biases, and domestic life-hacks. Hosted by Jono Hey, Tom Pellereau, and Rob Bell, the show aims to give listeners something fun and interesting to discuss.
Episodes
The Diderot Effect
Are you a slave to your possessions?Do your possessions form part of your identity?How easy is it to fall into a trap where one new purchase begets another, and another, and another...?We explore the Diderot Effect - so called after an essay written in 1769 by French philosopher, writer, and art critic who served as one of the most influential figures of the Age of Enlightenment. "Regrets On Parti
Why Only 2 Countries Are Double-Landlocked
In a double-landlocked country you must cross at least two national borders to reach a coastline connected to the world’s oceans.In this episode we talk about the nuances of landlocked definitions (including why the Caspian Sea doesn’t count) and identify the only two double-landlocked countries: Liechtenstein, surrounded by Switzerland and Austria, and Uzbekistan, surrounded by landlocked “stans.
How To Become An Overnight Success.
This discussion centres on “overnight success” as an illusion; prompted by Jono’s sketch of Twitter Cofounder, Biz Stone’s quote: “Timing, perseverance, and 10 years of trying will eventually make you seem like an overnight success.”Using an iceberg metaphor (most work hidden below the surface), we explore how Twitter, Uber, Airbnb, GoPro, Pinterest and other “sudden” hits were built through long
Play Until Something Gets Broken
In this fun and nostalgic conversation, we discuss Jono's observation that with indoor games especially, as the momentum builds, you keep playing until something gets broken!There's a cheeky inevitability to it. It's a situation we've almost all certainly been in - whether you were the protagonist or not!We share our childhood and adult stories of hallway ball games, broken lamps and mirrors, a un
Submarine Lessons for Business Leadership
US Navy submarine captain and author David Marquet discusses leadership lessons from turning the USS Santa Fe from worst to best, focusing on “pushing authority to information” rather than pushing information up a hierarchy. Marquet critiques industrial-age leadership language that seeks obedience and creates “bobblehead” agreement, arguing that real engagement comes from giving people decision-ma
Hitting the Target: Accuracy vs. Precision
Using Jono’s sketch of four archery targets, we discuss why and how accuracy and precision differ.Using many different examples, we frame the distinction as “accuracy being true to intention and precision being true to itself,” also phrased as doing the right thing versus doing it right.The sketch is inspired by Simon Winchester's book, Exactly, where precision and accuracy are connected to the in
Do you Know Your Dashes?
If you like the finer details of grammar and punctuation, then you're gonna love this episode.We geek out on the subtle, but incredibly important and occasionally crucial differences between three little horizontal lines: the hyphen - the En Dash – and the Em Dash —Jono explains hyphens for line breaks and compound terms, how usage can evolve into single words (e.g., wildlife, wellbeing), and why
Digging Through the Planet: The Geography of Antipodes
Have you ever wondered what's happening on the exact opposite side of the world to you?Wherever you are on our planet, there's a good chance you'd need a snorkel.In this episode, we explore the concept of antipodes—the exact point on the opposite side of Earth from wherever you're standing. We discover why most antipodes end up in the ocean rather than on land and cover a whole host of fascinating
The closer you look, the longer it gets: The Coastline Paradox
When you want to measure something you take your ruler or tape measure and read off the length right?But when it comes to measuring the length of a coastline, things get a bit tricky and totally counter intuitive. 🌊The science and maths of measuring wiggly coastlines reveal that the smaller the unit of measure, the longer the coastline becomes. Jono recounts the origins of this phenomenon from pol
More Than Just Rings: Unity, History, and Ambition.
Have you ever wondered what the colours on the Olympic flag represent?The Olympic logo is a globally recognised brand and remarkably, it was designed over 100 years ago by the founder of the modern Olympic Games, Pierre de Coubertin.This time, we discuss the history and symbolism of this design icon ahead of the Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina, Italy. We find out about its representation of
Tsundoku: Do you buy books faster than you can read them? 📚🤔
How big is that pile of books next to your bed?Tsundoku is a Japanese word for buying books and letting them pile up unread. It’s a familiar habit to book lovers everywhere — that growing stack of books you intend to read but haven’t yet. In this episode of Sketchplanations The Podcast, we explore why we buy books we don’t read, why unread books don’t always feel like a bad thing, and what this ha
Family Tree Explainer
Do you know who your second cousins are or if you even have any? And what does "once removed" mean anyway?Tune in to this episode as we unravel the mysteries of family relations—which we figured would be particularly helpful at the festive time of year.We explore the subtleties of family trees, making our way to 'Second Cousins Once Removed'. We dig into the confusion around generational terms and
Continuous Partial Attention
Coined in the 1990s by Linda Stone, Continuous Partial Attention describes the state of being constantly connected; trying to do multiple things at once, which often leads to an ever-present, low-level form of stress. We explore how this phenomenon affects modern life, compare it to multitasking, and discuss both its positive and negative aspects. The podcast also highlights how technology has exa
Microlives & The Art of Uncertainty with Sir David Spiegelhalter
What's your life expectancy trade-off for enjoying a crispy bacon sandwich? 🥓Sir David Spiegelhalter is a celebrated Professor of Statistics at the University of Cambridge; widely accepted as one of the UK's foremost statisticians. He explains the concepts of 'micromorts' and 'microlives', which quantify risk and the impact of lifestyle choices on life expectancy. The discussion delves into acute
The Pomodoro Technique
This genius time management hack was conceived by Francesco Cirillo. The technique involves working for 25 minutes followed by a mandatory 5-minute break, repeating this cycle three to four times before taking a longer break. We share our personal attempts at using the method, explore the psychology behind productive work cycles, the importance of taking breaks and reflect on its effectiveness in
Canal Locks with David Macauley
In this episode, Jono meets one of his heroes, as we engage in a conversation with acclaimed author, illustrator and explainer, David Macaulay.We talk about David's journey from architecture to creating educational illustrations that make complex concepts understandable and engaging - and the Canal Lock is a great example of this from Jono's collection.We discuss the significance of sketching for
Ordering Adjectives with Author Mark Forsyth
When describing something with numerous adjectives (eg. the big brown dog, the heavy square steel door) there's a natural order we all instinctively follow as english speakers. I don't remember ever being taught it, nor would I be able to explain it to you, but my ear can definitely tell if someone gets it wrong!English adjectives follow a specific order. Who Knew?!?Well, there's one person for su
Jevon's Paradox
This time we discuss Jevons' Paradox, the counterintuitive concept that improvements in fuel efficiency can lead to increased overall fuel use. We explore the origin of this idea, dating back to 1865 by British economist William Stanley Jevons, and discuss its relevance today in areas such as car fuel efficiency, advances in battery technology, and even the proliferation of LED lighting in homes.
Words of Wonder: Apricity - with Grant Snider
Do you like using interesting words in your conversations? We do. And there's one that's a tip top favourite...You're guaranteed* to learn loads of interesting words from this episode.Special guest Grant Snider - author, illustrator, poet (and orthodontist) talks about the illustration of interesting words, particularly obscure, outdated or esoteric ones. We kick off with a word both Jono and Gran
How to Instantly Feel Better
As we return from our summer break we discuss various ways to instantly feel better - timely perhaps for the Big Back to Work / School / Normality of September. We explore eight emotions—anger, burnout, overthinking, anxiety, stress, sadness, impatience, and laziness—and suggest instant proactive remedies to each. We highly encourage you to try these out whenever you're feeling any of the emotions
The Virtuous Cycle of Exercise & Sleep
Here on the podcast, we love our exercise and we love our sleep so in this summer break, check-in mini-episode, we discuss the interconnectedness of exercise and sleep, citing Novak Djokovic's book 'Serve to Win' as an influential source. While Tom shares his typical experience of staying active during holidays, Robbie bemoans the challenges of getting good sleep with young children, and Jono expl
Yes Sayers & No Sayers
This time we explore whether it is better to generally say 'yes' or 'no' in various situations, and how each choice can offer distinct rewards. The conversation is framed by a quote from improvisation expert Keith Johnston, which asserts, 'Yes Sayers are rewarded by adventure and No Sayers are rewarded by safety.' The hosts consider personal anecdotes, the impact of these attitudes on careers, soc
The Awkwardness Vortex with Melissa Dahl
Have you ever found yourself spiralling uncontrollably downwards in the "awkwardness vortex"? 🤔 Tune in to our latest podcast episode where we chat with celebrated science journalist Melissa Dahl about conquering those cringe-worthy moments and how awkwardness might just be a sign of empathy! This sketch is exclusive to the Sketchplanations Book : Big Ideas, Little Pictures - so check that out if
Zanclean Megaflood
We discuss the Zanclean Megaflood, a massive flood event that filled the Mediterranean Sea in a remarkably short period. The episode dives into the geological events and evidence leading up to this flood, challenging the earlier gradualist theories and promoting a catastrophic model.We are joined by Mike Sowden, whose engaging Twitter thread about the Zanclean Megaflood reached over 10 million peo
Picking A Present
This time, we delve into the complexities of choosing the perfect gift. The discussion is framed around a Venn diagram Sketchplanation that identifies three key factors in gift selection: what the recipient actually likes, what you think they like, and what you think they ought to like. We share personal anecdotes about both successful and less successful gifts we've given and received, empha
Eponyms
This time, we delve into the concept of eponyms—words or names derived from people's names or places that capture little slices of history. The discussion starts with general definitions and shares interesting examples like the Jacuzzi, named after the Jacuzzi brothers, and the sandwich named after the fourth Earl of Sandwich. The hosts explore how eponyms often tell compelling stories, sometimes
MindMap Travel Journal with Eva-Lotta Lamm
Before you go any further with this episode, check out both:Jono's mindmap travel journal from 7 months traveling in Central America, South East Asia, and South Africa, andEva-Lotta Lamm's sketchnotes from her 14-month world trip.With the help of visual thinking expert Eva-Lotta Lamm, in this episode we discuss how using techniques like sketch-noting and mind-mapping can enrich travel experiences,
Short Speeches
What was the best speech you've ever heard?And how long was it?Are shorter speeches more effective than longer ones? In this episode, Rob Bell, Jono Hey, and Tom Pellereau dive into the concept that short speeches often take more time and effort to prepare. They discuss historical examples like the Gettysburg Address and Winston Churchill's wartime speeches, the importance of simplicity in communi
Everyone's a Geek About Something
This time, we explore the origins of the word 'geek,' its evolution from a negative to a positive term, and discuss why some subjects are more cool than others. We share our own personal geek topics and celebrate how social media and online communities have made it easier to find like-minded people. We argue that passion, knowledge and experience are all critical ingredients within the geek cockta
Thoughtless Acts
This time, we discuss the fascinating concept of 'Thoughtless Acts'—simple, everyday innovations people make to adapt to their environment without even thinking about it. From hanging tea bags on mug handles to hanging shirts on a washing machine door, we explore how unnoticed behaviours can inspire better design and usability. We also delve into the origins of the term inspired by the work and bo
Hanlon's Razor
This episode is jam-packed with personal anecdotes and examples from real life of where we've fallen foul of Hanlon's Razor - wrongly attributing malice to a situation. The most recognisable is possibly in the car when someone cuts you up or pulls out in front of you. We cover a whole heap of other examples including misunderstandings during endurance swimming events, misplaced anger or frustratio
Anchors & Tugboats
Inspired by Sports Psychologist, Justin Ross on the Løw Tide Bøyz Podcast, this episode explores the metaphors of 'anchors' and 'tugboats' to illustrate the impact of negative and positive self-talk on our mental state and performance. We discuss how negative thoughts can anchor us down, whereas positive thinking acts as a tugboat, pulling us forward. We delve into examples from sports psychology,
Starting a Company
In this episode, Rob, Tom and Jono discuss a compelling quote from American internet entrepreneur Reid Hoffman (who is also the founding host the Masters of Scale podcast), which compares starting a company to jumping off a cliff and assembling a plane on the way down. Tom and Jono share their personal experiences and insights into the chaos and exhilaration of entrepreneurship. We also explore th
Cake Wrecks with guest John Cutler
Have you ever had your order or instructions (for a cake or otherwise) go hilariously awry? Oh dear... How funny. Never mind eh?!? I'm sure there's a lesson in these somewhere. In this episode, we discuss the phenomenon of 'Cake Wrecks,' where instructions for creating something go hilariously wrong, and how this applies broadly to miscommunication in product development. The conversation is joine
Compliments Are Gifts
Doesn't it feel good to be told something positive about yourself and vice versa if you notice something positive about others?So why wouldn't we compliment each other more often?In this episode, what with it being nearly Christmas, we use the metaphor that compliments are gifts - and not one you'd pick out of a lucky dip. These gifts have been made and wrapped especially for you. There's your nam
The Golden Circle
If you have a story to tell, a presentation to pitch, or a product to sell; in this episode on The Golden Circle, we explore the importance of focussing on the why before you expand into the how and the what.There's the old mantra that people do business with people and there's something a lot more human and emotive about explaining why you want to do or have done something, than just saying what
The Bystander Effect
This is another episode where we were all a little sheepish about telling stories of when we've observed The Bystander Effect in our own behaviour.Between us, we had lots of examples of where it's been observed in others. Of course we did.We discuss theories of why this is a human phenomenon and even examples of when we've been at the sharp end of it.The most innocuous and probably most common exa
Human Risk with Christian Hunt
On the morning of your company's massive online shop launch, the only person who knows the crucial password misses their alarm, sleeps in and everyone's left waiting.Oh dear.In this episode we speak with the tireless behavioural scientist and Human Risk expert, Christian Hunt who tells us about the fundamental elements of human risk and how to avoid it; with plenty of juicy examples to bring this
MicroAdventures with Al Humphreys
Do you like the thought of heading off on an adventure but don't really have the time to see it through?Why not try a MicroAdventure?They're smaller, achievable, won't break the bank and will go a long way to scratching that itch you might never have reached anyway.In this episode we speak with the charming and inspirational Al Humphreys about adventures in his life, before focussing on the smalle
The Basic Colour Wheel (with Lucia Fraser)
Colour.Life wouldn’t be the same without it. But there are so many to choose from, how do we know which is the right colour?eg. What colour car would you buy? What colour shoes? What colour paint for the new feature wall in the kitchen? Sometimes you just instinctively know what colour(s) to choose. It’s a vibe thing.Other times, it’s nice to get a bit of help. And in this episode w
Goldilocks Tasks
Just like Goldilocks' porridge, often the most enjoyable activities and tasks are those in the sweet spot; where the balance between competence and the difficulty of the job at hand is juuuuuuuuust right. Making it a challenge, but not too much so. We discuss our own tolerances for menial tasks (such as loading the dishwasher) and find examples of our own Goldilocks Tasks (like tough IKEA furnitu
Sharpen The Saw
How easy do you find it to step back momentarily to gather your thoughts when your world continues at 100 mph?So often in our professional and personal lives we're too busy to ever pause, reflect, and recharge before continuing.One of the key mantras from Stephen Covey's book, 7 Habits of Highly Successful People is to stop and sharpen the saw every now and then to gain perspective, refresh thinki
Finishing Lines - with Brendan Leonard
Whether it's a home renovation project, a presentation for work, a piece of writing or an actual race you need to train for, the thought of the finishing line can be the ultimate motivator to get you started.We chat with charming and witty, American author, illustrator, film-maker and ultra-runner Brendan Leonard about how he motivates himself to get going on various projects. Through his stories
Summer Break - place holder
We're on our podcast summer holiday, but wanted to check in to let you know that we're still here, that we'll be back with Series 3 on Thursday 22nd August, and that you can vote for us in the British Podcast Awards - Listener's Choice category.As mentioned in the podcast, here's me on my 80s BMX with my 1st place trophy for cycling proficiency.And here's a clip of the awards ceremony Jono referen
Detecting Prostate Cancer
This week is International Men's Health Week and Sunday is Father's Day, so what better time to team up with life-saving charity Prostate Cancer UK for this episode of the podcast?1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in their lifetime and that number rises to 1 in 4 for black men. Chances of survival increase dramatically with early diagnosis and so the best thing you can do as a man
The Shirky Principle
In this episode we discuss the phenomenon of organisations working to keep alive a problem for which they are the solution. It was observed and written about by American technology writer and consultant, Clay Shirky and has thus been given the name The Shirky Principle. Through many examples, we explore how prevalent it's been in the world of products and consumables and try (but in all honesty, p
Only Dead Fish Go with the Flow
We spoke with mechanical wristwatch designer Gordon Fraser, of Marloe Watch Company, to hear his perspective on the pros and cons of product design when you set out to be different.It's not always a given that your customers want dramatically different and perhaps there are times when you should swim against the current and others when you should let yourself go with the flow.The real skill comes
Creativity through Music Composition
Music.It can be a very personal thing. It can be most powerful when shared.It's on the radio, in our headphones on the commute, at the gym, on TV ads, in our favourite movies... what would the world be without it?And what would the world be without the people who create it?This episode, we interrogate singer, songwriter, producer, and friend of the show Franc Cinelli to find out how he goes about
Fun at the Beach
We think beaches are great!What about you?In this episode:We discuss how beaches are prime spots for enjoyment for all ages and at any time of year.We talk about how they can be places for excitement and adrenaline; places to encourage creativity; places for quiet contemplation; and places that bring perspective to life.Tommy goads Jono into a debate about what's better: Mountains or Beaches.We sh
The Peter Principle
This week, we ask ourselves if we've reached our professional peaks and if we now fall foul to the Peter Principle, having tipped into our levels of incompetency.Amongst many other clever things, Jono applies the principle to Football Management.Tommy gives his insight to how relevant it is managing at the very top of a business.And I tell how my capacity to teach stuff is severely limited by exac
Botany (with James Wong) - Part 2
So much we didn't know about the wonderful world of plants.In this compilation, double-header episode discussing some of Jono's sketches that cover fascinating elements of botany, we are joined by 2-time gold medal winner at the world famous Chelsea Flower Show, author of 6 best-selling books, and ambassador for Kew Gardens; celebrated botanist, James Wong.Rather than edit out a tonne of insightfu
Botany (with James Wong) - Part 1
So much we didn't know about the wonderful world of plants.In this compilation, double-header episode discussing some of Jono's sketches that cover fascinating elements of botany, we are joined by 2-time gold medal winner at the world famous Chelsea Flower Show, author of 6 best-selling books, and ambassador for Kew Gardens; celebrated botanist, James Wong.Rather than edit out a tonne of insightfu
Should we stop using "Bi-weekly"?
The three of us are tired of being misunderstood when we've used the words "biweekly", "bimonthly" and "biannually".It's just no fun.And so we're starting the campaign to ditch biweekly and use fortnightly instead. See sketch here.Try it out. You won't regret it.Our discussion turns to the general ambiguity of language and how in many senses it's quite a good thing.It allows for creative writing,
Sneaky Averages
Do you work with data and statistics?Actually, it doesn't matter if you do or not, you're bound to have come across averages of some kind at some point.And, as we discuss in this episode, the average can often hide key information about a data set.We'd love to know your thoughts or experiences with Sneaky Averages.email us: hello@sketchplanations.comThere's an old story about the statistician who
Groupthink
It can be uncomfortable to express opinions different from those of a group. Perhaps you remember that feeling when a teacher asked a question in class and if everyone raised their hand to one answer it wasn't always easy to be the only hand up for a different one.That's Groupthink!Do you remember the story of 12 Angry Men? How it took the resilience of one jury member to arrive at a correct verdi
Schadenfreude
Ah, that satisfying, superior, at once gleeful and slightly sinful feeling when the aggressive driver that overtook you gets their comeuppance and is flashed by a speed camera. Or when you find yourself laughing when a loved one falls over. #EpicFail comes to mind. This human experience can also be described as Schadenfreude, a nifty German word made up of schaden for damage, harm or hur
The Law of Diminishing Returns
Are you a perfectionist?Do you identify as someone who regularly spends too much time on various projects or endeavours for the quality of output required?Yeah - you're not alone.This week we discuss the Law of Diminishing Returns and explore how prevalent it is across all our lives: professionally, academically, socially - it's everywhere.We try to identify various ways to know when enough is eno
Smart Little People
Wouldn't it be cool if we had an army of tiny people working together to help us get through the day?It might surprise you to know that Designers and Problem Solvers sometimes imagine this exact scenario to help them overcome creative challenges."Smart Little People" is one of a number of tools from a design framework called TRIZ.In this episode, we talk about what TRIZ involves, and how Smart Lit
On The Road Compilation of Sketches
Why do we no longer get many bugs stuck to our windscreens? Why do police sirens sound different depending on whether they're approaching or moving away from us? And what is the car horn's intended purpose?Find the answer to all these questions and more in this compilation episode about cars, driving and life on the road.Find all the sketches referenced here:Passing on an inside BendMarchetti's Co
The 4 Pillars of Too Much
Much of something can be great.Too much can be a real burden.This week we talk about the 4 Pillars of Too Much - as explored by simplicity parenting, and it doesn't take us long to reveal that all 3 of us feel like we suffer from too much stuff, too much choice, too much information and things happening around us too fast.Is this the modern world we live in? Or a world we've created ourselves?We t
Dunbar's Number
In his research, biological anthropologist Robin Dunbar poses that the typical number of people we can keep meaningful relationships with sits at around 150, and that this number is limited by the size of our brains. We discuss how it applies to us, if social media has impacted it, what it means for businesses and if we should be influenced by it when writing wedding invites or christmas cards...!
The Peak-End Rule
When it comes to holidays, or nights out, or relationships even; it can often be the peak moments of emotional intensity and the very end of an experience that we filter in our memories to form our lasting impressions. It's called The Peak-End Rule. And guess what - Jono's done a sketch on it. The experience or event that we remember through the Peak-End filter can be short or long, it can be good
5 Ways to Wellbeing
This week, we invite expert, Nancy Hey to talk us through the 5 simple, evidence-based ways to actively improve our mental wellbeing. Suggestions for actions we can all integrate into our lives to try and take a holistic approach to improving our mental capacity and wellbeing. Do you have any additional suggestions or things that work for you? Let us know at hello@sketchplanations.com or by leavin
QUICKFIRE ROUND - Words and Language
What's your relationship with language? If you're interested in quirky words, linguistic devices and grammar, then there'll be lots in this week's episode for you. It's another BUMPER PACK QuickFire Round. Every day's a school day! But we promise you won't get told off if you haven't done your homework. In order of appearance:1/. Kaffikok2/. Advise vs Advice3/. Affect vs Effect4/. Pleonasm5/. Amat
The Cost of Being Late
It’s easy to think “it’s just a few minutes.” But as the number of people that you hold up increases, the true cost of being late scales rapidly.This week we discuss our relationships with time-keeping and explore how the impacts can be much bigger than you might first think. What's your relationship with punctuality? We'd love to hear from you. Let us know at hello@sketchplanations.com or by leav
Crossmodal Perception
It was a surprise to me to learn that our senses interact with each other a lot more than I thought to give our perception of the world around us and in particular the things we eat and drink. So many fascinating examples and intriguing research conducted in this area.See Jono's sketch of Crossmodal Perception here.We also mentioned Jono's proprioception sketch.Here's the YouTube video of the McGu
Goodhart's Law
When it comes to the crunch, if there's something important at stake we'd all be tempted to consider gaming the system to hit our targets, wouldn't we?We explore the phenomenon of Goodhart's Law; which says that as soon as a measure of something becomes a target determining success or failure, it ceases to be a good measure of performance - because there's a high chance we'll find cheeky ways to g
QUICKFIRE ROUND - Surprising Sketches
Are you a fan of fun facts, startling figures and handy life hacks?Then this is the episode for you.This week we try out a new format - The BUMPER PACK QuickFire Round of our favourite Sketches that we've found to be remarkably surprising.In order of appearance:1/. Moonpool2/. Twit-Twoo3/. Better To Be Interested Than Interesting4/. Ordering Adjectives5/. Ablaut Reduplication6/. Bright Light to Fr
Life as Theatre: Front Stage v Back Stage Behaviour
Do scenario and surroundings affect the way you behave?We stretch the metaphor of Life As Theatre about as far as we can in this episode to explore just how different we act when the spotlight is either on or off of us.If not already visible as the artwork for this episode, check out Jono's sketch here: https://sketchplanations.com/front-stage-back-stageLet us know how your stories of Front and Ba
The Accountability Ladder
We discuss that in order to be powerful and in control of a situation, it first helps to be accountable. Behaviours like blame, or making excuses only leave you with a victim mindset - which isn't usually very productive. Jono references another of his sketches: Reasons Stop MatteringHave you had experiences of when being accountable, no matter how difficult the situation, have resulted in positiv
Fungible v Non-Fungible Goods
We discuss what the term Fungible means and discover that the difference between fungible and non-fungible isn't always black and white.Is there perhaps something you deem fungible that other don't; or vice versa? Let us know by emailing hello@sketchplanations.com or leave us comments and messages for this episode on Instagram or Twitter.You can find all three of us on Social Media here too: Jono
Optimism Bias
We discuss how Optimism Bias has allowed us to take chances, grasp opportunities and be bold in life. We also discuss how at times, it's nearly killed us! We'd love to hear your experiences of when being optimistic has really worked out for you, or not... You can send us an email to hello@sketchplanations.com or leave us comments and messages for this episode on Instagram or Twitter.You can find a
The Fresh Start Effect
When is the best time to start something you know you want to do, but might have been putting off for a while?The best answer to that is possibly; Now. Like, right now!But if you need a bit more of a kick to get going, why not tie it in with the start of something else? Like the start of the day, or the start of the week, or the month or the year?Jono references a different sketch in the podcast a
Don't Fill The Silence
Are you someone who'll naturally fill a silence in a conversation to avoid feeling awkward? Rob is. Jono & Tommy not so much.We discuss how much more effective and open a conversation can be by not filling a silence.Jono references another of his sketches: Listen with PassionLet us know your thoughts on using silence in your interactions by sending us an email to hello@sketchplanations.com or
Phubbing
Are you guilty of Phubbing? Whether we admit it or not, mobile phones often disrupt our real, face-to-face interactions and in this episode we discuss what that means for society and what we can do to counteract the seduction of our screens. Tom references Mind Over Tech as helping him with his phone habits. Let us know your thoughts on Phubbing by leaving comments and messages for this episode on
Yak Shaving
Yak Shaving is a term used to describe the conclusion of the often frustrating trail of seemingly never-ending tasks that becomes apparent when trying to complete one simple task - that you thought was going to be quick and easy. In the podcast, we apply it to software coding, project management, family holidays, winning The Apprentice and more... Jono also references another sketch that covers
The Fun Scale
The Fun Scale suggests that there are 3 different Types of Fun - particularly when applied to outdoor pursuits. Type 1: Fun to do at the time and fun to think back on. Type 2: Requires a bit of work at the time, but ultimately fun in retrospectType 3: Not necessarily fun at all, but makes for a great story (the telling of which is fun!).In this episode we discuss our experiences with all 3 of them
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