Best Lab In Every Lesson Podcasts (2025)

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What changes and what stays the same 22:12

1h ago22:12

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With a Federal Election almost upon us - this is one we recorded earlier (#ICYMI) - a long form audio essay about the refugee politics of 20 years ago, and the many lingering challenges we face when it comes to big issues that divide us - like refugee policy and climate change. This episode is a personal memoir about setting up Labor for Refugees a…

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Episode 43: "Every Problem Has at Least One Solution" 3:32

4d ago3:32

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is here to remind you of something very important—something to remember when you feel stuck, frustrated, or ready to give up. Our lesson today? Every problem has at least one solution. That means no matter how …

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Episode 42: "Problem-Solving Starts with Understanding the Issue" 3:27

5d ago3:27

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today we’re going to slow things down and think like detectives. Because today’s lesson is all about how to solve problems—not by rushing to fix them, but by really understanding them first. Our lesson today? Problem-solving s…

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#61: From Outward Bound to AI—Lessons in Raising Thinkers, Not Robots 44:07

6d ago44:07

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In this powerful episode, Drs. Derek and Laura Cabrera of Cornell University reflect on parenting through the lens of DSRP, character development, and a world reshaped by AI. They unpack the difference between giving your kids answers and teaching them to think—between raising performers and building whole humans. With stories from the mountains, t…

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Episode 41: "Mistakes Guide You Toward Better Choices" 3:24

6d ago3:24

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is all about something we all make, every single day… sometimes without even realizing it. Our lesson today? Mistakes guide you toward better choices. Now, no one likes making mistakes… but what if I told you t…

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Episode 40: "Imagination Keeps Life Exciting" 3:13

7d ago3:13

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is all about something that makes life more magical, more creative, and way more fun. Our lesson today? Imagination keeps life exciting. Whether you’re dreaming up new inventions, pretending to explore outer sp…

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Copy of Episode 39: "Laughter Relieves Stress" 3:25

11d ago3:25

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is about one of the BEST ways to feel better when life feels a little too serious or your whiskers are in a twist. Our lesson today? Laughter relieves stress. That’s right! When things get tense, when mistakes …

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Navigating Threshold Diagnoses of the Breast 22:54

11d ago22:54

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In this episode of Lab Medicine Rounds, Justin Kreuter, M.D., and Miglena Komforti, D.O., from Mayo Clinic as they discuss threshold diagnoses of the breast — those gray zones that challenge even seasoned professionals. Learn why they’re important, how to approach them, and what role technology might play in the future.…

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Episode 38: "Adapting Is Often Better Than Resisting" 3:40

12d ago3:40

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is all about flexibility—not just the kind that helps you touch your toes (though that’s pretty cool too)… but the kind that helps you handle change. Our lesson today? Adapting is often better than resisting. S…

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Episode 37: "Trying Again Builds Resilience" 3:13

13d ago3:13

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is about bouncing back, dusting off, and giving it another shot—even when you feel like quitting. Our lesson today? Trying again builds resilience. Now, resilience is that superpower inside you that helps you g…

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#60: Beyond the Couch: DSRP Therapy for a New Mental Model 40:16

13d ago40:16

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In this episode, Drs. Derek and Laura Cabrera of Cornell University introduce DSRP Therapy, a systems-based approach that helps people understand, surface, and revise their mental models—at the root of emotion, behavior, and personal change. They walk through how DSRP compares to traditional therapies like CBT, and explain why getting your thoughts…

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Episode 36: "Solutions Sometimes Require Teamwork" 3:29

14d ago3:29

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s lesson is about something that makes every challenge a little easier, every problem a little lighter, and every win a lot more fun. Our lesson today? Solutions sometimes require teamwork. Sure, we all have our own awes…

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Michael Bradley - ChangeMaker Chat - Lawyers 1:03:47

14d ago1:03:47

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Can lawyers really be change makers? We talk with Michael Bradley who has taken on Murdoch as well as defending the rights of refugees about what it takes to be a lawyer and a change maker at the same time. He shares his 20 year journey from conventional law to a different kind of lawyering that he has now practiced for 17 years at Marque Lawyers -…

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Episode 35: "Perspective Turns Mountains into Hills" 3:34

15d ago3:34

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is about a magical power that doesn’t come from a wand or a cape—it comes from your mind. Our lesson today? Perspective turns mountains into hills. That means the way we look at a problem can change how big or …

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Episode 34: "Every Failure Teaches Something Useful" 3:50

18d ago3:50

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is about something that happens to everyone—even the smartest, strongest, most experienced people (and cats) around… Our lesson today? Every failure teaches something useful. Now, I know failing doesn’t feel go…

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#58: Stop Solving Problems—Start Understanding Systems 24:14

20d ago24:14

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In this episode, Drs. Derek and Laura Cabrera of Cornell University flip the script on one of the most accepted habits in work and life: problem-solving. They explain why jumping straight to solutions is actually a bias—one that blinds us to what’s really happening in the system. With stories, metaphors, and practical insights, they unpack how most…

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Episode 33: "Challenges Reveal Hidden Strengths" 3:55

20d ago3:55

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is all about discovering something incredible… about yourself! Our lesson today? Challenges reveal hidden strengths. Sometimes, life throws a problem at you that seems way too big, way too messy, or just plain …

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Episode 32: "Problems Shrink When You Break Them Into Steps" 3:38

21d ago3:38

3:38

"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is all about how to tackle big problems without getting overwhelmed. Our lesson today? Problems shrink when you break them into steps. You know that feeling when something seems way too big to handle? Like a gi…

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Episode 31: "Thinking Ahead Makes Challenges Less Scary" 3:53

22d ago3:53

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is about something that makes even the biggest challenge feel a little less scary—something I used to ignore, but now I always do! Our lesson today? Thinking ahead makes challenges less scary. Whether you’re fa…

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Episode 30: "Obstacles Are Opportunities in Disguise" 3:40

25d ago3:40

3:40

"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is about turning things around. Not like spinning in circles (though I’m pretty good at that), but turning a tough moment into something great. Our lesson today? Obstacles are opportunities in disguise. Sometim…

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Leading up to Lab Week: Recognizing the Role of Laboratory Professionals 10:05

25d ago10:05

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As we approach Lab Week, this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds” includes a compilation of interviews from previous episodes highlighting the pivotal role laboratory professionals play in healthcare. Featured interviews include Dr. Eric Hsi, Dr. Curt Hanson, and Jane Hermansen, all from Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Discussion includes: · The …

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S3E09: Season 3 Recap: six key takeaways 29:09

26d ago29:09

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In this solo episode, Sjoerd wraps up Season 3 of Two-Sided, summarizing key lessons from eight insightful conversations with leading marketplace investors. He highlights essential themes like leveraging network effects for defensibility, the power of starting small before scaling, succeeding in B2B marketplaces, and how AI is reshaping the future.…

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Episode 29: "Resilience Grows When You Persevere" 3:43

26d ago3:43

3:43

"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is all about one of my favorite superpowers. It’s not flying, it’s not invisibility—it’s something even stronger. Our lesson today? Resilience grows when you persevere. What’s perseverance? It means not giving …

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#57: Connect the Dots—Why Root Cause Thinking Isn’t Enough 29:52

27d ago29:52

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In this episode, Drs. Derek and Laura Cabrera of Cornell University dive deep into the theme of their upcoming conference—Connect the Dots—and challenge the outdated idea of “root cause” thinking. Instead, they break down how real-world problems emerge from webs of causality, where multiple, interacting factors must be addressed simultaneously to g…

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Episode 28: "Problem-Solving Often Requires Creative Thinking" 3:57

28d ago3:57

3:57

"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today, we’re going to talk about something every adventurer, artist, inventor, and even teacher needs… Our lesson today? Problem-solving often requires creative thinking. Sure, some problems have clear answers—like ‘What’s 2 +…

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102 - Kim's first day working for the Empire: Kate runs another Project Management role-play 40:34

28d ago40:34

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Our D&D-style project role play was such a hit, we did it again - in a different universe. One far, far away… This time, it’s Kim’s first day as a project manager working on a secret government project for the Empire. As he shows up, he finds that his predecessor… well, let’s just say he didn’t get-on well with his exec sponsor. Kim’s new project i…

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Anand Giridharadas - ChangeMaker Chat #ICYMI - Persuaders 1:04:39

28d ago1:04:39

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This is a re-run episode recorded in 2024 - importantly - before the 2024 Presidential Election, but its insights and lessons about ChangeMaking are still deeply relevant! What are some of the skills or insights shared by some of America’s extraordinary change makers, people like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Alicia Garza or Loretta Ross? In particular…

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Episode 27: "A Calm Mind Thinks More Clearly" 4:04

29d ago4:04

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today we’re going to slow things down a bit. Because today’s lesson is all about what happens when we take a deep breath and let our minds settle. Our lesson today? A calm mind thinks more clearly. When your thoughts are racin…

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Episode 26: "Courage Helps You Push Through Doubt" 4:08

1M ago4:08

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is all about something we ALL face… even the bravest among us. Our lesson today? Courage helps you push through doubt. You see, courage doesn’t mean you never feel afraid or unsure—it means you keep going even …

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Episode 24: "Challenges Test What You've Learned" 4:02

1M ago4:02

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is all about what happens when life throws a big, messy, confusing problem your way. Our lesson today? Challenges test what you've learned. You know all those lessons we pick up from school, our families, and ev…

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Episode 25: "Resilience Is Built, Not Born" 3:45

1M ago3:45

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today, we’re digging deep into a lesson that’s super important—especially when life gets tricky. Our lesson today? Resilience is built, not born. That’s right! No one is just born knowing how to bounce back after a tough momen…

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#56: The Whole Is NOT Greater Than Its Parts (Here’s Why) 28:36

1M ago28:36

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In this special podcast-iversary episode, Drs. Derek and Laura Cabrera of Cornell University celebrate one year of the Cabrera Lab Podcast by taking a flamethrower to one of systems thinking’s most stubborn myths: “The whole is greater than its parts.” They dive deep into the real meaning of emergence, why complexity science is not about magic or m…

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Episode 23: "Kindness Should Be a Friendship’s Foundation" 4:34

1M ago4:34

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is about something that holds every great friendship together—not toys, not treats, not even secrets… Our lesson today? Kindness should be a friendship’s foundation. You see, every strong friendship starts with…

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Episode 22: "Trust Builds Like a Brick Wall—Slowly but Steadily" 4:14

1M ago4:14

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today’s episode is about something very special—something that holds friendships and families together. Our lesson today? Trust builds like a brick wall—slowly but steadily. Now, trust isn’t something you get all at once. Nope…

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Episode 21: "Real Friends Accept Your Quirks" 4:25

1M ago4:25

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"Hey there, my fur-tastic friends! 🐾 Welcome back to The Monkey the Cat Podcast! I’m Monkey, your favorite talking cat, and today we’re talking about something that makes friendships EXTRA special. Our lesson today? Real friends accept your quirks. You know what I mean by ‘quirks,’ right? Those little things that make us unique—like how Brooklyn sn…

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Lean Into Teaching as a Scientific Experiment! 24:32

1M ago24:32

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As teachers, we constantly seek new ideas, strategies, and inspiration—but when does learning become a crutch instead of a tool for action? In this episode of Deep Roots, Flowers, and Fruit, we'll reflect on the balance between curiosity and implementation. From professional development to classroom experimentation, we'll explore how embracing the …

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#55: Don’t Trust, Verify—How to Separate Your Thoughts from Your Feelings 44:37

1M ago44:37

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Feeling overwhelmed? Frustrated? Like the world is just too much? In this episode, Drs. Derek and Laura Cabrera of Cornell University break down the critical difference between thinking and feeling—and why confusing the two can lead to unnecessary stress, poor decisions, and pointless arguments. They’ll teach you how to untangle your emotions from …

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Episode 20: "Loyalty Isn’t Just Staying—It’s Supporting" 4:15

1M ago4:15

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 2: "Speaking is a Skill, but Understanding is an Art" 2:10

1M ago2:10

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 4: "Words Can Paint Pictures in the Mind" 2:43

1M ago2:43

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 14: "Humor Can Build Bridges, But Should Never Hurt" 4:33

1M ago4:33

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 11: "Questions Help Us Learn What We Don’t Know" 4:04

1M ago4:04

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 15: "A Good Story Always Has a Lesson Hidden Inside" 3:47

1M ago3:47

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 5: "Curiosity Leads to Better Questions and Deeper Connections" 3:21

1M ago3:21

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 1: Clarity Makes Conversations Easier for Everyone 2:28

1M ago2:28

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 8: "Understanding Someone’s Feelings Requires Attention to Their Words and Actions" 4:23

1M ago4:23

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 19: "Sharing a Lesson Helps You Remember It" 4:35

1M ago4:35

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 7: "Listening Closely Shows Respect" 3:07

1M ago3:07

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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Episode 3: "Different Perspectives Teach Us More Than We Expect" 2:28

1M ago2:28

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Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike! From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lesson…

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