Hosted by Mike Montague · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 198 episodes
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Get the joke of the week along with ideas, information, and instigation to be a more playful human! If you need a little more fun, flow, and fulfillment in your life, we transform the burned-out and bored into energized and engaged Playful Humans. Rediscover the power of play, find out who is playing for a living, and learn how they pull it off to have the most fun possible in their life and career. Each week, Mike Montague interviews a professional who is living the life of their dreams and getting paid to play! Get the book featuring 52 Playful Humans and the lessons learned from over 4 years of play research: https://amzn.to/3Zuqv5E
Mike Montague hosts Playful Humans - People Who Play for a Living, a leisure show with 198 episodes published.
What if you could transform your life by simply changing the way you see challenges? Join us for an episode bursting with humor and insights as we chat with Eric Farewell, the bold author of "Farewell to Normal." We kick
What if you could unlock your good mood superpowers and break free from the chains of generational trauma? Join us as we sit down with Matt O'Neill from Good Mood Revolution, who shares his inspiring journey from persona
For the launch of my new book, I was concerned about doing an episode where I talk about myself and my work in the book. So, instead I thought I would let some playful AI robots review the book and tell you all about it.
Have you ever wondered how spirituality and creativity are related? This week, we welcome Rabbi Alon C. Ferency, the Eclectic Cleric who guides us through a whimsical exploration of this fusion. Starting with a beard jok
A heartfelt conversation with Andrew Matthews, a best-selling author and happiness coach known for his unique blend of cartoons and self-help. Andrew's journey to happiness began with the realization that those who overc
After years of struggling with the paralyzing fear of public speaking, Linda Ugelow discovered techniques that transformed her anxiety into joy and confidence. Imagine stepping onto a stage feeling excited rather than te
Ready to uncover the untold stories behind your favorite personalities? Join us as we sit down with Jonathan Small, the brilliant mind behind the "Write About Now" podcast and book. Jonathan takes us on his unexpected jo
Unlock the secrets to achieving lasting personal transformation with Dan Storey as he shares insights from his book, "The Personal Transformation Blueprint." Dan, a motivational athlete on the verge of competing in the n
Prepare to meet Little Ginger, the charismatic co-founder of Culture Puppets, as he shares his delightful journey of using puppets to transform workplace culture. Little Ginger's insights reveal how puppets can add humor
What if a chance encounter could completely alter your life's trajectory? Bonnie Garvin's journey from public relations to storytelling in TV and Movies was anything but planned. In this episode, she shares how a playwri
Colin A. Borden brings his infectious enthusiasm and creative insights to our latest episode, sharing his unique journey through the entertainment world. From his spontaneous introduction to acting at a childhood play au
Are you ready to be inspired by a story of resilience and boundless creativity? This week, we’re thrilled to have Aisha Makara, an extraordinary artist and world traveler, join us on the Playful Humans podcast. Aisha’s t
Ever wonder what it’s like to be fired via telegram or how you could possibly win your wife in a radio station contest? Join my conversation with Randy Miller, the iconic radio personality who influenced my early career
Join us for a heartwarming and insightful conversation with Sarah Walkenbach from Freckle Face Foodie, where we reminisce about our school days together and uncover Sarah's journey into the world of food blogging. Starti
Ever wondered how to jump from a Target warehouse job to a full-time a creative career? This week, we sit down with R.Y. Givens, the innovative founder of Metamauic Entertainment, who shares his fascinating journey from
What happens when you mix Lego, business strategies, and playful creativity? Join us as we uncover the secrets with Tim Kroll, a seasoned business strategist and team-building expert who gained fame from season two of Le
Ready to hear how being playful can supercharge your creativity? Our latest episode features the incredibly versatile Juan Punchy Gonzalez, an artist, musician, and producer, who shares his unique take on living a creati
Get ready to explore the world of stand up and improv with the multifaceted Steven Morgan! You'll be hooked from the get-go with our password-themed dad joke, before diving into the delightful juggle that Steven masters
Could the secret to peak performance lie in embracing imperfection and playfulness? Find out as I join forces with Jordana Confino in a revelatory discussion that promises to dismantle your drive for perfection and rewir
Ever wondered how a symphony of ideas can emerge from the chaos of creativity? Angus Clark from SongDivision joins me to share the melody of innovation that resonates through improvisational music and playful songwriting
Eric Farewell
Aviator PPG
1 appearance on this show
Matt O'Neill
happiness coach, #1 bestselling author · Good Mood Revolution
1 appearance on this show
Matt O'Neill
happiness coach, author, host of Good Mood Revolution · Good Mood Revolution
1 appearance on this show
Andrew Matthews
happiness coach, author
1 appearance on this show
Linda Ugelow
speaking confidence and vocal coach, podcast host, and author of Delight in the Limelight
1 appearance on this show
George Carlin
comedian, actor, author, and social critic
1 appearance on this show
Jonathan Small
writer and podcast host · PicklePals
1 appearance on this show
Aisha Makara
1 appearance on this show
Randy Miller
Kansas City’s Original “Shock Jock” · Your American Sheriffs
1 appearance on this show
Tim Croll
Director of Serious Play at Narrative.live · Serious Play
1 appearance on this show
Jordana Confino
Assistant Dean of Professionalism · JC Coaching & Consulting
1 appearance on this show
Leanne Linsky
Founder And CEO of Plauzzable · Plauzzable
1 appearance on this show
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