Inspiring Innovation at the Speed of Laughter

John Sweeney (aka Jiggly Boy) is a keynote speaker and has captured the imagination of some of the most respected companies in the world. This isn't because: he owned the nation’s oldest comedy theatre; nora quote from his first book appeared on millions of Starbucks coffee cups; norhe danced shirtless on national television earning him “Fan of the Year” accolades from the Today Show. He and his team at the Brave New Outpost harness transformational laughter to help professionals activate their best, most innovative, and most resilient mindset. [00:22] Return to Civility[02:11] The author himself, John Sweeney-Let's start at the very beginning[06:47] Defining improv[09:22] Digging into the mindset of discovery or a mindset of improvisation[12:04] The Big Five-From Fear to DiscoveryListen, Defer Judgment, Reframe, Declare, Jump InHumor as the elixir or the lubricant of the learningWe are what we practice[17:11] Example from John's life[19:47] Saint Louis In Tune[21:48] How Return to Civility came about and Change of OwnershipBrave New WorkshopDudley RIggs[28:16] Theatre-a place to illuminate discussions that most people are too uncomfortable to have.[30:12] Influence of technology[31:02] Satirical comedy-humorous, reflective, and often serious viewpoints on reality[35:04] A show on systemic racism[37:56] Using the words: Yes, And[40:02] The birth of Jiggly BoyThe video-500 million viewsAll revenue goes to the Smile Network InternationalThis is Season 5! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com#jigglyboy #johnsweeney #bravenewoutpost #returntocivility #minnesotatimberwolves #minnesota #smilenetwork #businessgrowth