Polymathmatics Institute
Become a Master Learner. This podcast deals with lifelong learning. Coaching the listeners in depth on how the brain works, how learning happens and how to increase skills, knowledge and understanding. Topics include metacognition, practicing techniques, and unique breakdowns on different levels of mastery. Useful for learners, teachers and coaches. PI is the ultimate podcast for curious minds, where each episode dives deep into a thought-provoking topic with expert guests from various fields. Hosted by Paul the polymath , PI offers insightful and engaging conversations on a wide range of subjects, from science and technology to art and culture, politics, and everything in between.With its dynamic and accessible approach, PI invites listeners to join the conversation and explore new ways to learn and understand most any topic. Whether you're interested in how to play a musical instrument, exploring how we think about and solve problems, or discovering new perspectives differentiated understanding, PI provides a wealth of information and inspiration to keep you engaged and informed.So whether you're a lifelong learner or simply looking for a fascinating new podcast to add to your listening queue, PI is the perfect choice for anyone with an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a passion for discovery.Join the conversation today and start exploring the world's most fascinating topics with PI. Don't miss out on this exciting podcast that is sure to entertain and enlighten listeners of all ages and backgrounds.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 15
- Years Active
- 2023
Episode 15: Decisions
Decisions are difficult and even more difficult if you know about the methods of decision making. This episode discusses the various decision making models and then gives a pragmatic approach to de…
Episode 14: When My Children Became Adults
We all grow through a sequence of life changes. My children are now adults and I am now a different kind of father. Learning to deal with life's changes can be difficult and rewarding. I share w…
Episode 13: Reflective Learning and a Lament for Planet Earth
I address one of the modern societal learning issues. I talk about my personal journey toward compassion and tolerance.
A Lament for Planet Earth - Original music by Paul Royle-Grimes all rights …
Episode 12: Tears in the Rain
A story from my youth. Life shaping events that only help us learn when it is too late.
http://montananewspapers.org/lccn/sn85053032/1936-06-04/ed-1/seq-7.pdf
Trail of Tears book:
https://amzn.to/…
Episode 11: Gatekeepers and a night under the stars.
Gatekeeping is an obstacle to learning.
Taking look at the history of the word and several ways it occurs today.
What can we do about it?
A night under the stars. Original music by Paul Royle-Grime…
Episode 10. Emulation and The Oceans of Pluto
In this episode:
The importance of developing the skill to emulate for the purpose of learning.
Aretha Franklin
Frank Sinatra
Historical use of emulation
Oceans of Pluto: Original Music by Paul Royle-Gri…
Episode 9: Travis Krause - Facture the river that holds things together.
I interview Travis Krause:
Artist, Educator, Martial Artist, Fly Fisherman and Whiskey Enthusiast. Travis and I discuss the path to becoming an artist and the river of knowledge that flows between l…
Episode 8. Dopaminergic Pathways and Galactic Soup
In this Episode and exploration of an essential biochemical pathway in the brain and its relationship to motivation, curiosity and exploration.
Included in this episode:
Brain nutrition
Exercise
The rol…
Episode 7. The Master Learner and Multidimensional Skill Sets
Becoming a Master Learner is essential for the teacher/student relationship. This episode attempts to give insights into the intricate details of becoming a master learner, the traits of a master le…
Episode 6: Metacognition
Metacognition means literally thinking about thinking. In this episode I help you to harness metacognition to become a master learner. Using connections, reflections, and other techniques hack yo…
Episode 5: Interview Chad Ruff, Hunting Fishing and the Educator
I interview an outdoor guide with three tier one skills, Chad Ruff is an educator, outdoorsman, big game hunter and fly fisherman. He talks with me about the amount of dedication and time required…
Episode 4. What is a Polymath?
Exploring history to answer the important question "What is a polymath?"
Defining characteristics and attempting to set a standard for the modern Polymath.
I look forward to interviewing polymaths …
Episode 3. Practice
In this episode I give a short motivation for practicing skills for improvement. 10,000 hours broken down. This is a quick motivator for students or any learner struggling with the discipline of cr…
Episode 2. Schema
In this episode I talk about Schema, our bag of memories and contexts that we carry with us to every interaction.
I give some of the history, research and discuss how to proactively build schema fo…
Episode 1. The Dabbler
In this episode I define what a dabbler is and encourage dabbling as a part of lifelong learning.
I explore single event learning experiences and encourage my listeners to make them a part of their l…