Episodes

Learning To Listen [The Zero Dot Podcast #25]

Episode 25 · April 15, 2026 · 01:45:28

SUPPORT US HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ZeroDotMediaEveryone thinks they’re good at helping and coaching others. So much so, we give ourselves a good 'ol pat on the back, "job we...

Jag's Secret Sauce [The Zero Dot Podcast #24]

Episode 24 · April 8, 2026 · 01:09:05

SUPPORT US HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ZeroDotMediaWe went to SPACE! TSA is partially funded! What good news! Also, we dive into the beautiful historic art of John Atkinson Grim...

Modern Tools, Retro Mindset [The Zero Dot Podcast #23]

Episode 23 · April 1, 2026 · 01:36:01

SUPPORT US HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ZeroDotMediaThis week, John takes a break to fight battles in John-land while Sam and Daniel keep the good fight going for Team Human! Sam...

Alysa Liu and doing it for YOU [The Zero Dot Podcast #22]

Episode 22 · March 25, 2026 · 50:35

SUPPORT US HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ZeroDotMediaHedgehog alerts in cars, Chip shortages that harken back to the late 1980's, and the Winter Olympics all take center stage in ...

Sam's Series of Unfortunate Events [The Zero Dot Podcast #21]

Episode 21 · March 18, 2026 · 01:23:44

SUPPORT US HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ZeroDotMediaJohn gives us the wonders of community driven actions to cleanup some filth left alongside the road, Sam reminds us that TSA i...

Polishing Things With Purpose [The Zero Dot Podcast #20]

Episode 20 · March 11, 2026 · 01:34:59

SUPPORT US HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ZeroDotMediaWhat happens when we remove every imperfection from a human-made thing? Is its polished veneer enough to grab our attention fo...

The Laziness Lie [The Zero Dot Podcast #19]

Episode 19 · March 4, 2026 · 01:21:40

SUPPORT US HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ZeroDotMediaIn today's episode, John and Sam discuss the misconception of human laziness, the future of dental technology, and the importa...

You have a cognitive bias. Everyone does. [The Zero Dot Podcast #18]

Episode 18 · February 25, 2026 · 01:31:05

If you are reading this with two eyes or one eye or using an audio encoder to cite the words because you are an awesome person who doesn't let anything get in the way of reading, the...

The Empty Howl of a "Lone Wolf" [The Zero Dot Podcast #17]

Episode 17 · February 18, 2026 · 01:41:22

You know that cool book/movie/game/comic you like where the one guy/gal saves the day while everyone else watches? You know the movie Die Hard? John McClane sure is a cool dude (poor...

Beautiful Music On Broken Instruments 【 The Zero Dot Podcast #16 】

Episode 16 · February 11, 2026 · 01:18:31

In this week's episode, we discuss the power of EQ (that's just a fancy acronym for Emotional Intelligence) and how working on the craft of EQ elevates ourselves and our communities,...

Acting According To Your Values 【 The Zero Dot Podcast #15 】

Episode 15 · February 4, 2026 · 01:24:50

In this week's episode, we discuss cures for cancer (they have happened! Really!), resources to support those in Minnesota in an effort to melt the ICE (not the frosty kind), and a d...

The Honeymoon Phase Is Over...What Now? 【 The Zero Dot Podcast #14 】

Episode 14 · January 28, 2026 · 01:16:06

Honeymoons are great... but like all things, they must end. What to do when they reach their inevitable conclusion, how to manage it as a outsider looking-in, and knowing all this ha...

The Effects of Ghosting Someone | The Zero Dot Podcast #13

Episode 13 · January 21, 2026 · 01:10:05

In this episode, John and Sam discuss the spookiness of getting ghosted - from colleagues, family members, friends, and so on. What does it mean? What can you do about it? What if yo...

The Lenses of Leadership | The Zero Dot Podcast #12

Episode 3 · January 14, 2026 · 01:14:23

In this episode, John and Sam discuss two of the best reframes to be the best leader for your community, your employees, for yourself. Even seasoned "managers" get this wrong, so ado...

How Chronic Anger Can Destroy You | The Zero Dot Podcast #11

Episode 11 · January 7, 2026 · 01:30:20

In this episode of the Zero Dot podcast, hosts Sam Kirk, John, and producer Daniel discuss the toxic poison of sustained rage, the choice we all have in forging a more hopeful path, ...

Being the Main Character | The Zero Dot Podcast #10

Episode 10 · December 31, 2025 · 01:27:25

In this episode of the Zero Dot podcast, hosts Sam Kirk, John, and Daniel discuss the importance of self-improvement, stress management, and emotional resilience. They explore genera...

From Fear to Freedom | The Zero Dot Podcast #9

Episode 9 · December 24, 2025 · 01:17:12

John and Sam dive into the intricacies of exposure therapy, emphasizing its benefits, the importance of gradual exposure, the role of the amygdala, and the concept of safety-seeking ...

How to Disconnect | The Zero Dot Podcast #8

Episode 8 · December 17, 2025 · 01:15:12

In this week's discussion, John recalls the tale of Cousin Homer and his sweet Black Labrador and Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Saint Joseph, Missouri (Trigger Warning: the dog has pa...

The Stages of Change | The Zero Dot Podcast #7

Episode 7 · December 10, 2025 · 01:08:24

In this episode, John and Sam explore the complexities of change while discussing its various stages (5) and how environment impacts behavioral goals in pursuit of personal growth. T...

The Next Generation of Workers | The Zero Dot Podcast #6

Episode 6 · December 3, 2025 · 01:25:34

In this week's episode, John and Sam engage in a lively discussion regarding generational gaps in the workplace, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by younger workers and ...