Catalyst: A Podcast of Thought
Greg Schnagl
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About This Podcast
I’m Dr. G, an executive coach, ethnographer, and relentless reader of nonfiction.
I spend my time studying ideas, breaking them down, and translating them into something usable.
Each episode is a distillation, one idea, examined, challenged, and applied.
Not more information. Connected thinking. Shared thoughts.
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Recent Episodes
Rethinking the Art of Surrender: When Force No Longer Works
Some of us were trained early that when things get hard, apply more force. Hit harder. Push through. Take control. And for a long time that works for me. But now it doesn’t. This episode explores my…
How Might Questions Create Space for Connection, Rather Than Create It?
We design most conversations to move things forward. Plans. Problems. Predicaments.. But the relationships that last aren’t held together by better answers. They’re sustained by more intentional…
Sequence Matters: A Developmental Alternative to Performance Habit Culture
Modern habit, culture, rewards visibility, intensity, and performance. We track streaks. We announced goals. We optimize and share progress. But learning doesn’t actually work that way. In this…
The Words We Choose: How Vocabulary Shapes Learning, Leadership, and Aging
In this episode, I explore the surprising power of words to shape our lives. From leadership and lifelong learning to aging and thriving alongside AI, the vocabulary we use every day determines how…
The Mental Switchboard: How Post-It May Help You Shift Focus with Ease
Ever feel that mental leg when you jump for one kind of work to another? Like your brain is still catching up to your calendar? In this episode, I explore how to make those transitions smoother…
S1E30 3 of 3 Designing Momentum - Small Moves, Big Shifts
In this third and final episode of our series on performance and renewal, we turn from diagnosis to design. We move from understanding why we get stuck to learning how to move again.Drawing again on…
S1E29 2 of 3 Burnout - The Brilliant Collapse That Saves You
Burnout isn’t a weakness. It’s the body’s way of demanding realignment. In this episode, we examine Adam Alter's research in his book, "Anatomy of a Breakthrough," which reframes burnout as a forced…
S1E28 1 of 3 The Unspoken Architecture of Being Unstuck
In this episode, we explore the realm of being stuck and examine the three main types. The ideas are primarily inspired by the insightful work of author and NYU Stern School of Business marketing…
S1E27 The Architect of a Meaningful Life
In this episode, we explore the profound question, “How Will You Measure Your Life?”Drawing on the frameworks of late strategist Clayton M. Christensen, this episode looks beyond traditional business…
S1E26 Like, OMG! The Secret Life of a Misunderstood Word
in this episode, I take a deep dive into the word that often gets a bad rap. The word “like”. I’ll explore the word’s linguistic journey, examine the perspective of Noah Webster (the dictionary guy),…
S1E25 Reinvention Mindset - A Guide from Attia and Khazan
In this episode of Catalyst, I dive into the philosophical and practical aspects of personal growth. I explore the idea of “unbecoming” by synthesizing the work of Dr. Peter Attia and author Olga…
S1E24 Being Versus Doing
In this episode, we’re exploring the transformative power of shifting from a mindset of doing to a practice of being. Drawing on insights from Dr. Peter Attia, we discussed how mindfulness and…
S1E23 Aesop to Attia - Building a Foundation for Longevity
In this episode, I explore a powerful paradox touted from the ages of Aesop to Attia: true longevity isn’t about explosive effort, but the slow and steady work of building a foundation showing us how…
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Catalyst: A Podcast of Thought has published 13 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Relationships, Science.
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