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Still Figuring It Out

Release Date: 02/20/2025

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Still Figuring It Out

Episode Summary Welcome to Season 2! In this honest and often humorous episode, Marc A. Pitman, CSP, and Emily Pitman, ACC, CPCC, reflect on their journey from the launch of their podcast to now. They talk about the initial tech struggles (hello, 18-minute setup delays), learning new tools like Hindenburg Pro, and the unexpected joy of growing together through the messiness of podcasting. You’ll hear about their commitment to showing up imperfectly, lessons from editing and production, and the evolving way they think about their message, their marriage, and their work in leadership and...

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Episode Summary In this enlightening episode of "We're Still Figuring This Out," hosts Marc and Emily Pitman dive into the intricacies of podcasting, sharing personal insights, and reflections on their journey as podcast creators. They explore the themes of intentional living, relationship dynamics, and the balance between humor and respect. Join them as they navigate the challenges and rewards of creating content that is both meaningful and engaging. Timestamps [00:00] Introduction: The origins of "We're Still Figuring This Out." [00:21] Meet Emily Pitman: Leadership coach, creative, and...

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Summary In this episode of the Pitman's Coddiwomple podcast, hosts Mark and Emily delve into the intricacies of different timeframes in personal and professional planning. They explore how individuals' perceptions of time can influence their approach to tasks and goals. The discussion touches on the importance of understanding these differences to foster better teamwork and leadership. They also share personal anecdotes and experiences, highlighting the importance of flexibility and mutual understanding in relationships. Timestamps [00:00] - Introduction and setting the 20-minute timer...

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Episode 2: Coddiwomple - Our Journey Together Introduction Welcome to the our podcast! We, Marc and Emily Pitman, are excited to embark on this new journey together. In this episode, we introduce ourselves, share our backgrounds, and discuss our new favorite word, "coddiwomple," which means to travel purposefully toward an unknown destination. Join us as we explore our past, our present, and the adventures that lie ahead. About the Hosts Emily Pitman: Certified Co-Active Coach Credentialed with the International Coach Federation Writer of the weekly newsletter "Sprouts" Aspiring speaker...

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Episode Summary: In this season finale of "Still Figuring It Out," hosts Marc and Emily Pitman reflect on their journey through the season, sharing the joys, challenges, and unexpected lessons they've encountered. From embracing messiness to reveling in unscripted dialogues, they explore what it means to combine work and life, maintain a playful spirit, and the importance of enjoying the process rather than fixating on outcomes. Episode Highlights: [00:00:06] - Season introduction by Marc and Emily, highlighting the theme of embracing imperfection. [00:14:15] - Discussion on their commitment...

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Hosts: 🎤 Marc A. Pitman, CSP – Speaker, coach, and visionary wall demolisher 🎤 Emily Pitman – Systems and spaces designer, master planner Episode Summary In this inaugural episode of Still Figuring It Out, Marc and Emily Pitman dive into the Four Questions for the Quarter, a structured yet organic way they approach planning, growth, and creativity. With humor, warmth, and insight, they explore: The chaos and creativity of Emily’s brainstorming process Marc’s quest for intentional client outreach The balance between building systems and preserving creative...

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Hosts: 🎤 Marc A. Pitman, CSP – Speaker, coach, and visionary wall demolisher 🎤 Emily Pitman – Systems and spaces designer, master planner Episode Summary In this episode of Still Figuring It Out, Marc and Emily Pitman reflect on life, marriage, and the evolving ways they celebrate birthdays (or, in this case, not celebrate them). They dive into the pressures around gift-giving, family expectations, and the freedom that comes from rethinking traditions. From birthday pies to self-care, the couple explores what it means to be intentional about celebrations while...

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Join hosts Marc and Emily Pitman in this reflective and candid episode of "Still Figuring It Out" as they navigate the complexities of travel, work, and changing family dynamics. The couple delves into their experiences with balancing professional responsibilities, personal relationships, and the nuances of life transitions. This episode is packed with real-life anecdotes, professional insights, and a healthy dose of humor as they explore how their lives and work have evolved over the years. Timestamps [00:00:05] - Introduction by Marc, touching on the importance of getting things...

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Hosts: 🎤 Marc A. Pitman, CSP – Speaker, coach, and visionary wall demolisher 🎤 Emily Pitman – Systems and spaces designer, master planner Episode Summary In this episode of We're Still Figuring It Out, Marc and Emily dive into the complexities of travel as an entrepreneurial family. They reflect on how their experiences of being apart have evolved over time, from their early years of marriage to the present day, and how it has impacted their family dynamics. With Marc gearing up for his first business trip of the year, they discuss the preparations, emotions, and expectations that...

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Episode Summary:

In this debut episode of the "Marc and Emily" podcast, the hosts introduce themselves and share the inspiration behind starting their podcast. They candidly discuss their uncertainties about the show's name and target audience, emphasizing their commitment to authenticity over perfection. The couple reflects on their 28-year marriage, their professional journeys as coaches, and their shared love for storytelling and personal growth. This episode sets the stage for a series of unscripted, genuine conversations about life, values, and intentional living.

Key Highlights:

  • Introduction:

    • Marc and Emily share their reasons for starting a podcast despite not having a clear name or target audience.
    • The hosts recount how they decided to launch the podcast after discussing it during a dinner in New York City.

  • Personal Bios:

    • Marc introduces Emily as a creative thinker, leader, co-active certified coach, and his best friend of nearly 29 years.
    • Emily introduces Marc as a leadership coach, author, and the president of the South Carolina chapter of the International Coach Federation.

  • Podcast Philosophy:

    • Emphasis on embracing imperfections and learning from the messiness of life.
    • The goal is to create a space where genuine, unscripted conversations can happen, mirroring their dynamic as a couple.

  • Life and Work:

    • The couple discusses their professional backgrounds, including Emily's creativity coaching and writing, and Marc's leadership coaching and certification programs.
    • They share anecdotes about their life together, their adventures, and the values they've cultivated over the years.

  • Podcast Goals:

    • They aim to produce 8-15 "messy" episodes to find their rhythm before deciding on the level of polish.
    • The podcast is intended for people interested in intentional living and personal growth.

  • Future Plans:

    • Plans to invite friends (not formal guests) to share their stories and insights.
    • Encouragement for listeners to interact with them through LinkedIn and suggest topics for future episodes.

  • Favorite New Word:

    • Emily shares her excitement about discovering the word "Coddiwomple," which means to travel purposefully toward an unknown destination, encapsulating their podcast journey.

Notable Quotes:

  • "We can make a perfect mess of things and discover things in the mess." – Emily
  • "It's in the mess that the magic happens." – Marc

Timestamps:

  • [00:00] - Introduction and Welcome
  • [02:30] - Marc and Emily's Background
  • [05:00] - Podcast Philosophy: Embracing Messiness
  • [08:00] - Personal Stories and Professional Backgrounds
  • [12:00] - Goals for the Podcast
  • [15:30] - Future Plans and Listener Engagement
  • [18:00] - Closing Remarks

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That Music!:

       Thank you to Lexi Moreno and Caleb Pitman composing / mixing / mastering / guitar / trumpet; Zoe bass

Next Episode Teaser:

In the next episode, Marc and Emily will dive into the story of how they met and the adventures that have shaped their journey together. They promise more unscripted fun and insights into living a purposeful life. Don't miss it!

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