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The Scott Townsend Show
Scott Townsend
241 episodes
1 day ago
Send us a text A mustache can start a conversation, but the real goal is changing the rules men grew up with. This episode digs into Movember as a catalyst for men’s mental health, exploring why so many guys carry stress, anxiety, and depression in silence and what it takes to make sharing feel safe. We talk candidly about the phrases that shape boys—man up, boys don’t cry—and how those scripts follow men into adulthood, where vulnerability can feel like breaking the code. I share a simple r...
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Send us a text A mustache can start a conversation, but the real goal is changing the rules men grew up with. This episode digs into Movember as a catalyst for men’s mental health, exploring why so many guys carry stress, anxiety, and depression in silence and what it takes to make sharing feel safe. We talk candidly about the phrases that shape boys—man up, boys don’t cry—and how those scripts follow men into adulthood, where vulnerability can feel like breaking the code. I share a simple r...
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The Scott Townsend Show
#241 Breaking The Quiet: Rewriting The Rules Of Manhood
Send us a text A mustache can start a conversation, but the real goal is changing the rules men grew up with. This episode digs into Movember as a catalyst for men’s mental health, exploring why so many guys carry stress, anxiety, and depression in silence and what it takes to make sharing feel safe. We talk candidly about the phrases that shape boys—man up, boys don’t cry—and how those scripts follow men into adulthood, where vulnerability can feel like breaking the code. I share a simple r...
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1 day ago
8 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#240 Wrenches, Mics, And The Blue Collar Wave with Sam DeWitt
Send us a text We trace how a dining table mic turned into a focused blue-collar podcast and why showing up beats having perfect gear. We dig into trade careers, union vs non-union nuance, and the real time cost of making a quality show while life and work keep moving. • origins of a three-host shop-floor show • evolving into interviews, leadership, and growth • audience focus on hands-on workers and learners • time cost of editing and tools that help • consistency over perfection and analyt...
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2 weeks ago
47 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#239 I juggle six books at once—and here’s why it works
Send us a text We share a six-book reading stack and explain why switching between genres—biography, classic epic, mystery, gothic, and marketing—makes ideas stick. We show how fast first reads, slow second reads, and simple note-taking turn reading into a useful habit. • six-book list from Lucas to Homer to Hopkins • how the chapter-by-chapter “buffet” system works • why second reads deepen insight and recall • Daniel Pink’s note-taking approach we use https://youtu.be/vhZ6QAYlA_g?si=...
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3 weeks ago
6 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#238 Why Opening A Bottle Of Louisiana Hot Sauce Shouldn’t Feel Like An Extreme Sport
Send us a text We celebrate the clean, bold flavor of Louisiana hot sauce and call out the frustrating plastic seal that slows breakfast to a crawl. We share a simple packaging fix and ask listeners to send their worst “who designed this?” examples for future features. • brief history of Louisiana hot sauce and its simple recipe • the protective seal problem and why it fails users • a practical design tweak using a bold perforation stripe • other packaging pain points ac...
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1 month ago
6 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#237 OSU's Mike Gundy: Time To Pass The Torch?
Send us a text Ben and Scott discuss whether it's time for Mike Gundy to step down as Oklahoma State's head football coach after the team's devastating loss to Oregon. • Gundy transformed OSU from an afterthought into a nationally respected program with 15 Top 25 finishes • Last season was Gundy's worst as head coach with only three wins • The Oregon game exposed fundamental issues with coaching, discipline, and player development • OSU's performance compared to Oklahoma shows a significant ...
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1 month ago
50 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#236 Review of "Theo Of Golden" by Allen Levi
Send us a text Sometimes the most meaningful discoveries come when we venture beyond our usual preferences. Having just finished "Theo of Golden," by Allen Levi. a book far removed from my typical action-packed thrillers, I found myself profoundly moved in unexpected ways. When Eric Rostad, host of Books of Titans podcast and a friend whose literary judgment I trust implicitly, recommended this book, I took notice despite my hesitation. Where Brad Thor novels offer adrenaline and espionage, ...
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2 months ago
6 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#235 7,500 Downloads and Counting: A Podcasting Journey
Send us a text We're celebrating a major milestone on the podcast with our 7,500th download after five years and 234 episodes. This achievement represents the longest project I've ever committed to outside of my professional career. • Most new podcasts don't make it beyond 7 episodes • The conversations with guests and their stories have been the driving force behind the show's longevity • Sharing these insights with listeners has brought tremendous joy to the podcasting process • This miles...
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2 months ago
3 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#234 Learning Through Looking Back: How Reflection Shapes Effective Leaders
Support the show I ♥ my podcast host @Buzzsprout. This link will get us both a $20 credit if you upgrade! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1087190 ► Subscribe to The Scott Townsend Show YouTube channel --- https://bit.ly/3iV8sOT The Scott Townsend Show Merchandise https://teespring.com/stores/tsts-2 Resources and Links -------------------------------------------- My contact info: LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2ZZ4qwe Twitter https://bit.ly/3enLDQa Facebook https://bit.ly/2Od4ItO Instagram...
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2 months ago
7 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#233 Narcissists Want the Crown, Leaders Grow the Kingdom
Leadership isn't about pursuing titles but developing others to reach their potential. Our conversation explores how leadership perspectives evolve from seeking positions to focusing on creating meaningful impact and building capable teams. • Shifting from wanting leadership positions to prioritizing good work and social influence • How leadership positions naturally attract narcissistic personalities • The distinction between self-serving leaders and those who develop others • John Maxwell'...
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2 months ago
5 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#233 Leadership Is Influence Part 2 w/Draven Hope & Ben Townsend
Leadership is fundamentally about influence and returning more value than the resources invested. Our views on leadership evolve over time, often shifting from purely analytical approaches to recognizing the crucial importance of emotional connections. • Leadership defined as the ability to influence others toward fulfilling the company's mission • Effective leaders connect organizational goals to individual roles • Leaders have a moral obligation to understand and support employees' career ...
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3 months ago
12 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#231 The Power of Influence: Decoding Effective Leadership w/Draven Hope & Ben Townsend
Leadership is about influence and aligning people to goals while serving them empathetically and helping them develop to reach their full potential. • Leadership develops through experience, just like learning to walk—you fall down, get up, and improve as long as you're paying attention • The ability to influence is the essence of leadership, which can be wielded ethically or unethically • Emotional resonance is more compelling than facts alone when trying to lead and influence others • One-...
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4 months ago
1 hour 11 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#230 Reframing Influence: Beyond Instagram and YouTube w/Jason Falls (Encore Performance)
Support the show I ♥ my podcast host @Buzzsprout. This link will get us both a $20 credit if you upgrade! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1087190 ► Subscribe to The Scott Townsend Show YouTube channel --- https://bit.ly/3iV8sOT The Scott Townsend Show Merchandise https://teespring.com/stores/tsts-2 Resources and Links -------------------------------------------- My contact info: LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2ZZ4qwe Twitter https://bit.ly/3enLDQa Facebook https://bit.ly/2Od4ItO Instagra...
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4 months ago
43 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#229 The Emotional Cost of Clutter w/ Ben Townsend
We explore the emotional and mental challenges of decluttering during life transitions and how our attachment to possessions can hold us back from moving forward. • Moving reveals the overwhelming accumulation of possessions that often go unused for years • The emotional challenge of parting with items tied to significant memories and life events • How digital alternatives can preserve memories while reducing physical clutter • The mental clarity and reduced anxiety that comes from simplifie...
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4 months ago
57 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#228 The Architecture of Problem-Solving: How Well-Defined Problems Lead to Better Solutions
Scott Townsend welcomes back familiar guest Ben Townsend for a deep dive into why "a well-defined problem is half the solution" and how this principle applies across business and personal scenarios. • Understanding customer needs beyond their stated requirements is essential for effective problem-solving • In software development, where engineers cost $130-$250/hour, misunderstanding problems leads to wasted time and resources • The "tree swing" example demonstrates how communication breakdo...
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5 months ago
37 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#227 Unveiling the Invisible Man
Diving into HG Wells' 1897 classic "The Invisible Man," Scott explores how the novel uses invisibility as a device to illuminate human nature. This short but profound book examines what happens when accountability disappears and reveals who we truly are when no one is watching. • First-time reading of the 162-page classic "The Invisible Man" by HG Wells • Brief overview of Wells' other influential works including Time Machine and War of the Worlds • Discussion of Griffin, the scientist who d...
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6 months ago
7 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#226 Would You Recommend Us? The Powerful Metric Behind Customer Satisfaction
A preview of next week's exploration of the Net Promoter Score (NPS), the single-question metric that helps businesses predict growth through customer loyalty. We'll uncover who created it, why it's widely used, and how different companies implement this powerful tool. • Net Promoter Score revolves around one question about customers' likelihood to recommend • Various companies use different names for NPS (ESQI at Enterprise, LTR elsewhere) • The metric provides a quick snapshot of whether a...
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7 months ago
6 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#225 Bouncing Back After Rejection: How To Handle Not Getting Promoted Pt 2 w/Ben Townsend
Career setbacks happen to everyone, but how you respond to them determines your professional trajectory and future opportunities. • The "tube top" comment highlights the importance of getting honest feedback after a rejection • One word in an interview (describing a workplace as "hostile") can sink your chances if the interviewer takes issue with it • Remember interviews are two-way conversations - you're also deciding if you want to work there • Always be kind to gatekeepers (receptio...
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7 months ago
31 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#224 What To Do When You Don't Get The Promotion Pt 1 w/Ben Townsend
Understanding how to navigate rejection in your career is vital for long-term success and personal growth. Emphasizing resilience, this episode explores effective strategies for responding to disappointment and staying prepared for future opportunities. • Discusses initial feelings of disappointment after not being promoted • Highlights the importance of preparing emotionally for rejection • Shares insights on expressing gratitude and seeking feedback after interviews • Str...
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8 months ago
25 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#223 How To Get Promoted At Work w/Ben Townsend
Video that Ben mentioned https://x.com/WarPath2pt0/status/1887864859515121904 In today’s rapidly shifting workplace, how do you navigate career advancement while balancing merit-based promotions with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives? In this episode of The Scott Townsend Show, I sit down with Executive Producer Ben Townsend to unpack the evolving dynamics of promotions, hiring decisions, and the broader corporate landscape. With 40 years of business experience, I’ve se...
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8 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
#222 Valentine's Day Misadventures and Meaningful Celebrations with Jay Webster
Picture this: it's Valentine's Day 1997, you've just snagged a speeding ticket, run into your youth group while watching Titanic, and the film's tragic ending is the cherry on top of your misadventure sundae. Join us as Jay Webster, the witty author of "You Don't Have to Read This," brings his comical calamity to life on The Scott Townsend Show. We unravel the societal pressures and commercial expectations that can turn this day of love into a stress-fest. Instead of succumbing to the chaos, ...
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8 months ago
13 minutes

The Scott Townsend Show
Send us a text A mustache can start a conversation, but the real goal is changing the rules men grew up with. This episode digs into Movember as a catalyst for men’s mental health, exploring why so many guys carry stress, anxiety, and depression in silence and what it takes to make sharing feel safe. We talk candidly about the phrases that shape boys—man up, boys don’t cry—and how those scripts follow men into adulthood, where vulnerability can feel like breaking the code. I share a simple r...