We all know curiosity is important, but how do we actually put it into practice in our professional lives? “Curiosity at Work” explores this question through 30-minute interviews with organizational leaders who share their insights and experiences on cultivating curiosity in the workplace. Join host Dr. Julie Pham as we uncover practical strategies and inspiring stories to help you ignite your own curiosity and drive innovation within your organization.
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In this episode of Curiosity at Work, Dr. Julie Pham engages in a deep conversation with Leanna Olds, Deputy Director at Emergency Food Network. They explore the role of curiosity in nonprofit leadership, the operations of the Emergency Food Network, and the importance of understanding data in the context of community needs. Leanna shares her experiences in advocacy, the challenges of communicating with diverse perspectives, and her personal journey of growth through parenting and practicing stillness.
Connect with Dr. Julie Pham:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliepham2/
Website: https://curiositybased.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliephamphd/
Connect with Lianna Olds:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lianna-olds-a07641107/
#CuriosityAtWork #nonprofit #leadership #foodaccess #advocacy #community #datainterpretation #personalgrowth #parenting #communication
6 Aug 2026
#34 Curiosity in community venue with Kate Nagle-Caraluzza
In this episode of the Curiosity at Work podcast, Dr. Julie Pham engages with Kate Nagel-Caraluzzo, the executive director of Town Hall Seattle, to explore the intersection of curiosity and nonprofit leadership in the arts and culture sector. They discuss the importance of curiosity in leadership, the behind-the-scenes operations of Town Hall, and the challenges faced in maintaining a neutral venue for diverse programming. Kate shares personal anecdotes about her influences in practicing curiosity and how it manifests in her leadership style, as well as her personal life through cooking and experimentation.
Connect with Dr. Julie Pham:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliepham2/
Website: https://curiositybased.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliephamphd/
Connect with Kate Nagle-Caraluzza:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelnaglec/
#CuriosityAtWork #nonprofitleadership #artsandculture #communityengagement #TownHallSeattle #curiosityinleadership #eventmanagement #volunteerism #strategicplanning #personalgrowth
2 Jul 2026
#33 Curiosity in musical theatre with Ariel Gomez Bradler
In this episode of the Curiosity at Work podcast, Dr. Julie Pham speaks with Ariel Gomez-Bradler, managing director of The 5th Avenue Theater. They explore the importance of curiosity in the theater arts, the structure and roles within the theater, and the challenges faced by the industry, especially post-pandemic. Ariel shares personal stories of how curiosity has influenced his work and the significance of supporting local artists and the community through theater.
Connect with Dr. Julie Pham:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliepham2/
Website: https://curiositybased.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliephamphd/
Connect with Ariel Gomez Bradler:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-gomez-bradler-7101525b/
#theater #CuriosityAtWork #arts #community #production #creativity #challenges #localtalent #theaterroles #personalstories
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Curiosity at Work | Curiosity and Leadership: Michael Jacobson, Deputy Director at King County
Published 21 Oct 2024 · Transcript excerpt
[…] What do you do? Yeah, so I would say a large, you know, a lot of our work is standard or somewhat predictable. We're looking for project management skills or specific technical skills. You have to know how to create a performance measure or understand some aspect of the criminal legal system. […]
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