Cultivate Curiosity

You can't predict which curiosities will grow into passions. Never spending too much time on one possibility, host Morgan Wall invites us to tap into our fascinations by planting seeds of wonder, one episode at a time.

027: The Good and the Bad of "Figuring Yourself Out" 10/02/2018

027: The Good and the Bad of "Figuring Yourself Out" What does it mean to figure yourself out? In today's episode, we're leaning more toward "soul searching". Understanding yourself is a lot of work, however, and there's a reason that self discovery requires a conscious effort. In today's episode, we learn about the good and the bad that comes along with spending time on you. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/7117266

026: Job Shadowing: The Best (Forgotten) Curiosity Tester Out There 09/25/2018

026: Job Shadowing: The Best (Forgotten) Curiosity Tester Out There Job shadowing is the perfect opportunity to get a preview of what a new professional day-to-day life would look like if you switched things up. In this episode, we talk about why job shadowing is such an underutilized resource and how we can overcome the nerves of job shadowing to make use of its benefits. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/7087412

025: Comfort, Safety, and Shakeups in our Life Path (Repeat) 09/18/2018

025: Comfort, Safety, and Shakeups in our Life Path (Repeat) Cultivate Curiosity is turning 6 months old, and do you know what that means? Shakeups are coming, and we're celebrating this change in season with a rerun of our most-listened to episode ever. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/7058605

024: The 3 Biggest Mistakes We Make When Trying New Things 09/11/2018

024: The 3 Biggest Mistakes We Make When Trying New Things As fulfilling as it may feel to try new things, we have a habit of getting in our own way from time to time. In today's episode, we break down mistakes we all make when it comes to stepping out of our comfort zones. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/7031387

023: Reflecting on Summer: Did We Achieve Our Goals? 09/04/2018

023: Reflecting on Summer: Did We Achieve Our Goals? As the seasons change, let's reflect on summer and our goals, how those worked out, and what goals we have planned for the chilly autumn and winter months ahead. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/7003079

022: What "Luck" Is Really About 08/28/2018

022: What "Luck" Is Really About Today we're talking about the moment when preparation meets opportunity -- or as Oprah puts it: luck. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6975267

021: Cultivating Curiosity With Your Kids 08/14/2018

021: Cultivating Curiosity With Your Kids For all of the parents listening, this episode is for you. While all kids are naturally curious, some parents have reached out and asked for ways to push their kids to live a more fulfilled and curious childhood - tune in for 3 helpful tips! /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6923041

020: Are You Hitting Pause? 08/07/2018

020: Are You Hitting Pause? Life is busy. We are constantly moving from one task to the next. Even the time we devote to our curiosities is a check on the list, and we aren't giving ourselves time to slow down and soak in the joys that come along with our passions. Today we are talking about the importance of pausing and taking in the moment -- enjoy! /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6895966

019: Imposter Syndrome, Taking Leaps, Finding Your "Why" 07/31/2018

019: Imposter Syndrome, Taking Leaps, Finding Your "Why" In a very special episode, we hear from Scottish event planner and soulful leader, Johanna Holtan. Johanna takes us on a journey as she paints a picture of the events in her life that have led her to Scotland, and explains how insecurities and imposter syndrome can be conquered when you remember your "why". /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6869240

018: Why I'm Traveling Across the Country For My Curiosity 07/24/2018

018: Why I'm Traveling Across the Country For My Curiosity Today's episode is an exciting one! This week, I'm not just talking the talk -- I'm walking to walk. I'm following my curiosities across time zones and half the country and I'm breaking down my reasons for investing my time, money - and vacation days - in an interest that isn't even paying the bills. These reasons may have you packing your bags and flying to your curiosities soon, too. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6840100

017: Curiosities Don't Need To Earn You Money 07/17/2018

017: Curiosities Don't Need To Earn You Money Have you fallen prey to the common misconception that a curiosity isn't worth your time if you don't think it will earn you money? We default to viewing passions that don't generate revenue as a waste of energy and a senseless way of investing our time. If it won't pay the bills, why do it? /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6814575

016: How Childhood Dreams Predicted Our Passions Today 07/10/2018

016: How Childhood Dreams Predicted Our Passions Today Do you ever wonder what your childhood self was thinking when you used to dream of all of the amazing things you could do once you grew up? At the time, our opportunities seemed endless. From entertainers to astronauts to world leaders, the sky was the limit when we were young. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6792827

015: Firefighting and the Life of a First Responder 07/03/2018

015: Firefighting and the Life of a First Responder It's time to take a look into the world of firefighting. Mix in some jaw-dropping stories with a bit of spirituality and you get David Meyers, a full time firefighter in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He's giving us the scoop on what's it's really like living the life of a first responder, and I'm guessing a few of his stories won't be the first things that come to mind when you think of a firefighter's day-to-day duties. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6769753

014: 3 Signs It May Be Time For a Change in Your Life 06/26/2018

014: 3 Signs It May Be Time For a Change in Your Life Do you ever get that feeling that something has got to give? Maybe your daydreams of a different reality are becoming more and more vivid? It turns out that feelings of unrest in your current situation may actually be more than a boredom-induced itch you can't scratch. In today's episode, we will walk through 3 different signs your body is already showing that tell you it make be time for a change. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6745019

013: Food Trucks, Family, and Learning From Our Failures 06/19/2018

013: Food Trucks, Family, and Learning From Our Failures We have all seen food trucks and a good portion of us are lucky enough to say that we've eaten the delectable goodies from one - or several - but can we all say we know the inner workings of the food truck business? I chatted with Lucas Ballweber, co-owner and chef of Archane Kitchen, one of the tastiest food trucks in Minnesota. Today, we talked about the work that goes into making your food truck a fan favorite, how we can truly learn from our failures, and what a family support system means to him. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6714047

012: Honesty, Community, and What Ignites Me 06/12/2018

012: Honesty, Community, and What Ignites Me Today I’m going to be putting myself under a microscope. It’s time to be open and honest with you guys about why I decided it’s important to be proud that I may not have it all figured out quite yet, and that can be really scary to admit! So hear I am, laying it all out on the table for you guys in hopes of this episode pushing you to welcome a reflective journey in your own lives, too. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6655756

011: Comedy Writing, Curiosities, and Sparking Meaningful Connections 06/05/2018

011: Comedy Writing, Curiosities, and Sparking Meaningful Connections In the kickoff to Season 2 of Cultivate Curiosity, we have the honor of picking the brain of comedy writer and satirist, Caitlin Kunkel. Episode 11 is filled with riveting conversation as we talk about the courage it takes to stand by your curiosities, why a supportive community is so important, and how the digital world allows us to expand both our horizons and our connections at the click of a button. You don’t want to miss this episode! /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6663894

#10 Curiosity Class: Helping Alexis Bake with Morgan Wall 05/01/2018

#10 Curiosity Class: Helping Alexis Bake with Morgan Wall In the first episode of the Curiosity Class installments, we spotlight a Cultivate Curiosity listener that has emailed the show looking for advice. Alexis wants to explore the world of baking without breaking her bank, so Morgan walks her through a homework assignment that's sure to help Alexis cultivate her new curiosity. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6541916

#9 Millinery with Anna Lee 04/24/2018

#9 Millinery with Anna Lee We all know women’s fashion can range from dresses to pants to heels to flats, but did you know there’s an entire world devoted to making women’s hats? /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6515394

#8 Pinball clubs with Emily Brooks 04/17/2018

#8 Pinball clubs with Emily Brooks In this episode, we hear from Emily Brooks, who in partnership with her husband and her brother-in-law runs the Fargo Pinball Club in Fargo, ND. They host pinball tournaments and leagues and they are pretty up to speed with the world of pinball. Tune in as we discuss the pinball community, Stern Pinball distribution, and Zombie Yeti. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6489462

#7 Digital Business Part 3: Online stores and pop-up shops with Kayla and Piet van Rensburg 04/10/2018

#7 Digital Business Part 3: Online stores and pop-up shops with Kayla and Piet van Rensburg This episode's business spotlight is pulling out all the stops. It is both an online store and a pop-up shop! /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6463862

#6 Streamkeeping with Amanda Semenoff 04/03/2018

#6 Streamkeeping with Amanda Semenoff It doesn't take much to get lost in the beauty of rivers and streams, but did you know there's often a group of people responsible for keeping them pristine? /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6437699

#5 Digital Business Part 2: Social employee advocacy with Kirsten Jensen 03/27/2018

#5 Digital Business Part 2: Social employee advocacy with Kirsten Jensen Social media is here and it’s not going away, so maybe you should start using it the relationship building way. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6407596

#4 Building a board game with Branwen Zakariasen 03/27/2018

#4 Building a board game with Branwen Zakariasen Creativity and imagination are one and the same, and they’re both taken to new heights when building a board game. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6407575

#3 Digital Business Part 1: The making of a sports apparel brand with Ryan Sheeley 03/27/2018

#3 Digital Business Part 1: The making of a sports apparel brand with Ryan Sheeley Today’s entrepreneurs are rewriting the books, putting a whole new spin on athletic wear looks. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6407538

#2 Bodywork, massage, and self care with Randi Kay 03/27/2018

#2 Bodywork, massage, and self care with Randi Kay If you want to conquer your emotional and physical ups and downs, perhaps massage and self care may just be the best medicine around. /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6407496

#1 Beekeeping with Gary Fawcett and Margaret Groot 03/27/2018

#1 Beekeeping with Gary Fawcett and Margaret Groot All the way from Auckland, New Zealand, we will hear from Gary and Margaret Fawcett, two avid beekeepers that will kick off Cultivate Curiosity with an entire episode designated to learning all about honeybees and the art of tending to them -- beekeeping! /episode/index/show/cultivatecuriosity/id/6407457

Trailer 02/25/2018

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