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Polymathic Being Podcast

Polymathic Being Podcast

By: Michael Woudenberg
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 Counter intuitive insights from technology, innovation, philosophy, psychology, and more.

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  • My Circus, My Monkeys

    My Circus, My Monkeys
    Mar 1 2026

    Today’s topic builds on the previous Keys to Innovation series and focuses on a real-world example where the avoidance of complexity, pushing the easy button, and not understanding the whole system can have catastrophic consequences. Thankfully, there are well-known solutions that we can apply to any technology or organization.



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    9 mins
  • Solving Narcissisism and NPCs

    Solving Narcissisism and NPCs
    Feb 22 2026

    Today’s topic asks you to reflect on whether you’re balanced in your identity or falling into the trap so many find themselves in, where others define who you are and satiate you with narcissistic validation. By the end, you’ll understand the problem and have a path to crafting a true identity intentionally tethered to firm anchors that help navigate the chaos of life.



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    13 mins
  • Personality or Pathology

    Personality or Pathology
    Feb 15 2026

    Today’s topic dives into a situation where, on one hand, people reject personality tests yet, on the other hand pathologize personality. In the middle of all that chaos, true pathologies run amok without the refining light of imperfect, but useful, measures of personality. I promise, we’ll untangle that mess in the end!



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    12 mins
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