Other Talks & Podcasts Archives ⋆ Playful Humans

Feb

How The Power of Play Can Boost Your Productivity with Mike Montague

Listen in as we unpack the transformative power of play in the workplace with the exuberant Mike Montague from Playful Humans. We challenge the notion that nonstop hard work is the key to success, and instead, we discuss how a playful mindset can fuel creativity, bolster teamwork, and stave off burnout. Mike shares invaluable insights into how play can lead to a state of flow, where innovation thrives and productivity peaks without the risk of burnout. This conversation is a must-hear for anyone seeking to maintain a sustainable work-life balance and harness their inner child to skyrocket productivity.

Jan

Mike Montague on the Tiberius Show

How did you become a gameshow host for Google and Subway? When did you decide to turn running a gameshow into a business? What kind of games do you play? Why is it good for adults to be playful humans? Do you have to have a lot of training? How do you get people to play when they are busy? All these questions and so much more will be answered by Gameshow host and Sales Trainer Mike Montague.

Dec

Playful Marketing: How to Unleash Your Creativity and Incorporate More Fun in Your Brand

Mike Montague discusses the power of infusing playfulness into marketing. From playful brand strategies to unleashing creativity by reducing stress, learn how to break free from the mundane and create campaigns that resonate. Mike shares valuable insights and draws inspiration from unconventional success stories, urging businesses to embrace playfulness and stand out in the market. Discover the power of being bold and playful in marketing with Mike’s engaging perspectives.

Dec

How I Use AI to Have More Fun Producing My Podcast

Here’s how I am using AI as a podcaster to create clips and shorts from my long-form interviews… It is super easy and fun! Thanks to vidyo.ai for featuring me in their Creator Spotlight. There are two significant aspects to consider. First, Playful Humans is designed to be experiential and fun, given the company’s name. It can’t be dull. By showcasing unique moments like jokes and games on my podcast, I can demonstrate the difference in experience compared to other thought leaders or keynote speakers. These moments help establish the brand’s distinctiveness.

Second, consistency is essential in avoiding burnout. If creating content becomes a tedious, time-consuming process, it leads to fatigue and even pod fade, where podcasters abandon their shows. By using vidyo.ai, I can keep content creation quick, enjoyable, and progress-oriented. This tool allows me to focus on building my audience and clientele while automating other processes.

Oct

Unleashing Your Inner Child on The Late Boomers Podcast

Are you ready to be playfully inspired? Mike Montague joins the Late Boomers Podcast for an uplifting conversation. Laugh along as Mike shares his favorite joke, and dives into the importance of play in our personal and professional lives. From the benefits of good stress to the essential nature of emotional work, Mike offers expert insights that will have you rethinking the value of play.

Oct

Work and Play: You Can Have It Both Ways

Ever thought about the pressure of relentlessly striving for success and its impact on your mental health? Wondered about the importance of finding joy in the seemingly small things in life? Well, join us in a heartfelt conversation with Megan Miller, as we share our personal journeys of coping with this struggle and move from a space of constant expectation to simple appreciation. We unravel the complexity of joy, discuss the importance of rest, and the courage it takes to momentarily step away from the hustle of life, reminding ourselves that we don’t always have to be at the peak of our game.

Sep

Permission to Play: Embracing Humor and Overcoming Fear with Mike Montague

Tune in as Mike Montague shares some valuable lessons about overcoming failure and embracing playfulness in our everyday lives. His story of being fired live on stage by Billy Idol in front of thousands of people is a testament to his resilience, turning him “bulletproof” as a public speaker. Also, catch the fun discussion about Mike’s kickboxing class that concludes with a lively game of dodgeball. The conversation takes an interesting turn when Mike shares his insights about overcoming fear and the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones.

Mike Montague on the Talk To People Podcast

Sep

Rekindling Playfulness: Navigating Technology’s Impact on Human Connections

Wondering how to navigate this tech-saturated era without losing our innate human touch? Want to discover the secret ingredient to juggling multiple roles effectively? Today, we sit down with a multi-faceted guest who shares insights on these topics and more. From exploring the intersection of technology and human connections to the importance of play in our lives, we cover a lot of ground. We kick off by discussing the role of technology and AI in our lives, its potential pitfalls and benefits, and how it has transformed the way we communicate.

Aug

Play and Work: The Winning Combination with Mike Montague – Getting to Aha!

In this episode of Getting to Aha! with Darshan Mehta, Mike Montague discusses his aha! journey, his career, and the experiences that made him realize the power of play as a winning mindset. They further talk about the different types of playful personalities and the importance of playfulness as an efficient way to attain productivity across any area.

Aug

Decode Your Burnout: Redefine Work and Play

Ever experienced burnout? I’ve been there too – it’s no walk in the park. It was during one bad burnout during the pandemic that I stumbled upon an unconventional solution – play. Today, I champion this notion, to delve deeper into why play isn’t just for kids. In this guest appearance on the Decode Your Burnout podcast. I talk about redefining work and play.