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Beyond Introductions

by Kirsten Mancosky

Ask. Share. Connect.Ice breakers vs iceberg breakers: it takes the right kind of question to prompt conversations that expose people's values, experiences, ideas, and great minds, because knowing a lot about someone is not the same as truly knowing them. Listen as host Kirsten Mancosky goes beyond introductions with guests through her ever growing list of questions that prompt conversation for true, pure human connection.

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Episodes

  1. S4E10 - Beyond Chips & Salsa, pt. 2 - with Matt

    7. What is something that can instantly make you cry? 56. What was your worst date? Best date? A long awaited follow up to the initial conversation around chips & salsa, this sequel eqisode between guest Matt and host Kirsten cover a plethora of topics - with tangents galore. Tune in for examples...

  2. S4E9 - Beyond Chips & Salsa, pt. 1 - with Matt

    Chips & salsa - a crowd-pleasing appetizer at any gathering, and a core bond between guest Matt and host Kirsten. In this prequel before the traditional question-asking eqisode, you'll hear Matt and Kirsten delve into salsa reviews, lasik, and more!

  3. S4E8: Beyond Bartending and Heaven - with Sean and JT

    6. Who is the person you go to when you have a bad day? 158. What is your best throw up story? As two friends who grew up together, Sean and JT have the kind of banter that's meant to entertain others while also bridging genuine connection. Reminiscing on memories, appreciating life's little...

  4. S4E7: Popcorn Episode! Question #74

    #74: What's the best advice you could give someone? Another popcorn episode (truth be told, this might be a fan-favorite version of episode) - the style of episode with just one question being answered by multiple people. Tune in and be inspired with the greatest advice each person could share…

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  5. S4E6: Beyond the Golf Course- with Brent

    29. What's your favorite thing about people? 124. How have you changed since your previous phase of life? This episode lives out the true essence of Beyond Introductions - stringing conversations together without even relying on the questions. In today's episode, tune in to hear the conversation...

  6. S4E4: Beyond Cognitive Marveling, pt. 2 - with Christina

    111. What has been a painful loss for you? 90. When was a moment you felt loved? Jumping back into the historial marker of the BI podcast with the return of the converstaion with Christina. In this second part, two themes present: being an episode that "tugs," and being a conversation where the...

  7. S4E3: Beyond Cognitive Marveling, part 1 - with Christina

    152. How have you used your heart recently? 60. What would make life easier for you as of lately? Making history with the BI podcast - this is the first recording with a guest that is being broken up into two parts! Tune into the "warm up" (aka, part 1) of the conversation between Kirsten &...

  8. S4E2: Popcorn Episode! Question #11

    #11. What are five things that make you smile? Season 4's first popcorn episode - the style of episode with just one question being answered by multiple people. Tune in and smile with the guests about the simple things in life that are the bright spots in their days.

  9. S4E1: Beyond Cool Co-Workers - with Ash & Chris

    127. What is one of the greatest insults to you? 18. What is something you're working on for yourself/personal development? It's the launch of Season 4 of the Beyond Introductions podcast! This episode is the premiere of the new BI sound as well as a new sector for implementing BI – the…

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  10. Season 4 Trailer: New Sound & Reflections

    Sights are set on Season 4 of the Beyond Introductions podcast! The official first episode is dropping Tuesday, February 8. Tune into the trailer for the new intro/outro jingle and Kirsten's reflections on the purpose of this podcast.

  11. S3E10: Beyond Pride Month - with Taryn

    151. What are your behaviors when you go into self-preservation mode? 18. What's different between you and most other people? In the spirit of Pride Month, listen to Taryn & Kirsten, who have only spent a week together in person 11 years ago, talk about heartfelt topics of self-acceptance and the...

  12. S3E9: Beyond a BI Evangelist - with Josh

    11. What is your life philosophy? 137. How is your day today different from your day yesterday? One of Beyond Introduction's strongest supporters has earned his self-proclaimed title as "BI evangelist." Josh and Kirsten talk about Josh's perspectives and experiences in life as much as they talk...

  13. S3E8: Beyond Making Music - with OG Jonny D

    93. What is something you're working on for yourself/personal development? 70. Are you an introvert or extrovert? After uncovering a number of common connections, OG Jonny D and Kirsten capture how two acquaintances share ideas and span conversation topics, from music to alma mater reminiscing to...

  14. S3E7: Beyond "Safe at Home" - with Emily & Marc

    29. What's your favorite thing about people? 22. What is something you have learned about yourself? Originating from a serendipitous "meet cute" scenario at a concert, this couple shares with Kirsten of their relationship growth over their years of marriage, especially through the past year…

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  15. S3E6: Beyond the BI Designer - with Seth

    #4. What are your defining moments in life? #135. When was a time you felt doubtful at work? Marrying the BI voice with the BI look, today's episode is with the designer who created the rebranded logo and style of Beyond Introductions. Seth shares his reflections of what shaped him to emphasize...

  16. S3E5: Beyond Relationships - with Travis & Chelsie

    151. What are your behaviors when you go into self-preservation mode (or how do you process emotions)? 152. How have you used your heart recently? Bringing you the latest in BI podcast development, this is the first episode with guests who are a couple. Travis & Chelsie, while being fantastic...

  17. S3E4: Popcorn Episode! Question #64

    #64. What are three things you want someone to take away from a first impression of you? Another popcorn episode - just one question with multiple people sharing their great minds. Take a listen at the short snippets of the thoughts for how people desire to be initially perceived (and the deep...

  18. S3E3: Beyond the Peace Corps - with Pat

    109 When was the last time your life changed in a single day? 87. If you were to create a music festival, what bands would you bring in? This episode is a great example of how people circle in and our of life in amazing ways! Take a listen to how once-upon-a-time neighbors actually get to know…

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  19. S3E2: Popcorn Episode! Question #21

    #21. What is a common misconception people have of you? It's the first popcorn episode of the new season! Just one question with multiple people sharing their great minds. Take a listen at the short snippets to both new and familiar voices about times when people's perceptions of the guests don't...

  20. S3E1: Beyond 9 Years of Friendship - with Ashley

    #138. What three things would you want to be free for the rest of your life? #22. What is something that you've learned about yourself? The kick off of Season 3! When an extrovert is forced into quarantine and an introverted friend is willing to have deep chats, the result is this episode! Take a...

  21. S2E6: Popcorn Episode! Question #84

    #84. What makes you feel the most free? It's another popcorn episode! Just one question with multiple people sharing their great minds. Take a quick listen to hear both differences and similarities about the ideas of what makes these guests feel the most free.

  22. S2E5: Beyond Loving Love - with Larynn

    #24. What is your biggest hope in life? #5. How do you think of yourself? During a time of quarantine, listen as two hometown friends find take time to socially connect during a time of social distancing. Take a listen to this episode to spark some belly laughs and reasons to love love.

  23. S2E4: Beyond Reintroductions - with Ciaran

    #81. What separates a good friend from a great friend? #143. What aspect of your life do you think people would want, and what aspect do you think people wouldn't want? It's the first episode with a repeat guest! Ciaran was on the very first episode, and he's back to with a completely new outlook...

  24. S2E3: Popcorn Episode! Question #53

    #53. What is one of the greatest compliments you could ever receive? It's the first popcorn episode! Just one question with multiple people sharing their great minds. Take a quick listen to hear about some of the greatest compliments that these various guests could ever receive.

  25. S2E2: Beyond Retirement - with Khara

    #42. What event in life has brought about the biggest life change? #21. What is a common misconception people have of you? This conversation perfectly embodies how knowing a lot about a person is not the same as knowing someone. From nervous answers to heart-felt expression, Khara is an example…

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  26. S2E1: Beyond Boeing - with Brandon

    117: What is your why? 136: Do you have a favorite word currently? Last fall, Boeing had an employee workshop event for that utilized Beyond Introductions to foster mentorship. Afterward, one of the attendants - you guessed it, our guest for this episode Brandon - stepped forward to share what…

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  27. S1E6: Beyond Salesmen - with Dylan & Taylor

    #43. If you could say anything to the people you're with right now, what would you say? #140. What do you find protection in? Taking a twist on the usual episodes and adding some drinks to the mix, Dylan and Taylor embrace Beyond IntroDrunktions. Putting these salesmen in a room leads to endless...

  28. S1E5: Beyond Strangers - with Kelsey

    #32. Do you save old greeting cards/letters/notes or throw them away? #55. Is it more important to have your friends or acquaintances think highly of you? The first episode of its kind – Kirsten gets introduced to a stranger, Kelsey, and goes beyond introductions with sharing laughs and stories…

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  29. S1E4: Beyond Passions - with Marie

    #109. When was the last time your life changed in a single day? #125. How have you changed since our previous phase of life? Hear guest Marie share about how she is transforming her passion to fulfill her purpose as she takes on the newest questions of the list, and listen to her talk about her...

  30. S1E3: Beyond Tacky Quotes - with Abu

    #11: What is your life philosophy? #87: If you were to create a music festival, what bands would you bring in? Listen as host Kirsten learns more about friend Abu, who she has not talked to in 8 years, as they bond over sharing tacky quotes and their transitions through life dreams. Questions…

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  31. S1E2: Beyond Insecurities - with Tarik

    #8. What is your biggest insecurity? #82. If money wasn't an issue, what would you choose to do with your life? Listen as friend Tarik delves into conversation to express his beautiful outlook on life and the plan he has for naming his kids. Questions #33, 82, 2, 8, 9, 100, 99, 50

  32. S1E1: Beyond the Accents - with Tressa & Ciaran

    #23. What is something simple that makes you happy? #62. Have you done anything lately that has made you proud of yourself? Listen as guests Ciaran and Tressa go beyond the original questions as they disclose deal breakers in relationships, how to rate froyo, an Irish man's view on the importance...

  33. Introducing the Beyond Introductions Podcast

    #36. What is the most important thing about you? Listen to Host Kirsten Mancosky as she explains the why, how, and what behind Beyond Introductions.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Ask. Share. Connect.Ice breakers vs iceberg breakers: it takes the right kind of question to prompt conversations that expose people's values, experiences, ideas, and great minds, because knowing a lot about someone is not the same as truly knowing them. Listen as host Kirsten Mancosky goes beyond introductions with guests through her ever growing list of questions that prompt conversation for true, pure human connection.

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Ask. Share. Connect.Ice breakers vs iceberg breakers: it takes the right kind of question to prompt conversations that expose people's values, experiences, ideas, and great minds, because knowing a lot about someone is not the same as truly knowing them. Listen as host Kirsten Mancosky goes beyond...

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Beyond Introductions is created and hosted by Kirsten Mancosky.
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