The Opposite of Small Talk

<p >Most of us are held back less by our fears than by the stories we're telling ourselves about them. In this episode, Rich Sirop, an Emmy-winning producer, turned transformational coach, shares how simple techniques...

<p >What if the conversations, you're craving are closer than you think, you're just afraid to ask the first question? In today's episode we explore the transformative power of meaningful conversations through the Big...

<p > </p> <p >Most of us think kindness is about being polite or agreeable — but what if it's a sign of strength? In this thought-provoking episode, Shola Richards, a workplace civility expert and author, flips the...

<p >In this episode, Danielle and Kristy engage in a candid conversation about personal growth, identity shifts, and the importance of meaningful connections. They explore how their identities have evolved over the...

<p >Most listeners are likely already familiar with the term "glass ceiling," but what about the term, "sticky floors" and the role these internal barriers can play in achieving success? Today's guest, Erica Rooney...

<p >As we begin a new year, what if the key to success isn't specialization, but versatility? Today's guest, Monique Lecomte, author of The Expert Generalist, help us answer this question and start the new year right...

<p>www.theoppositeofsmalltalk.com/starthere</p> <p>With over 200 episodes it can be difficult to direct new listeners on where to start. In this episode Danielle and Kristy talk about our Signature Episodes playlist...

<p >We've entered the holiday season, and it's a time that's supposed to be filled with joy, but for many of us, the high expectations and full calendars can give us anxiety and a feeling of overwhelm. For those feeling...

<p >The holiday season can be particularly hard to navigate for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, but for many people there is comfort in believing that or receiving signs from their loved ones who they...

<p >As a social species we as humans are wired to seek connection with one another throughout our lives be it through romantic relationships, friendships, or family bonds. What may not feel as natural to us is...

<p >Today's guest wrote, as he puts it, "a memoir with a mission." David Ambroz, author of A Place Called Home: A Memoir, sits down with Danielle and Kristy to talk about his incredible story of trial, resilience, and...

<p >In this heartfelt and deeply personal conversation, Danielle and Kristy welcome Lisa Keefauver, author of, "Grief is a Sneaky Bitch" to explore the complexities of grief, sharing personal experiences, and insights...

<p >What if the most productive thing you could do right now… was rest? In today's episode, we talk to leadership coach Maegan Megginson about what it really means to be deeply rested; explore how rest is not a "one...

<p >Sometime too much information is the real problem in our age of constant connectivity. In today's episode Danielle and Kristy sit down with Liane Davey, organizational psychologist to discuss the topic of workload...

<p >We've reached the 200th Episode of The Opposite of Small Talk (TOOST). Join Danielle and Kristy as they celebrate this milestone with a bit of reflection, discussion of their first summer "break," and a peek into...