Best Shawn Callahan Podcasts (2025)

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274 – Illness to Opportunity – John Stetson 12:49

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In Episode 274 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how a bout of tuberculosis led to the creation of an American icon. In this episode, Shawn tells … The post 274 – Illness to Opportunity – John Stetson appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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273 – Bold, Brave and a bit Quirky – Paul Fairweather 40:08

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In Episode 273 of Anecdotally Speaking, we’re rejoined by Paul Fairweather to explore how creativity, storytelling, and illustration intertwine in his new book. In this … The post 273 – Bold, Brave and a bit Quirky – Paul Fairweather appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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272 – Are You Selling Trombone Oil? – Bob Iger 9:40

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In Episode 272 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how a unique metaphor helped Disney’s CEO evaluate risky decisions and how it can help you too. In … The post 272 – Are You Selling Trombone Oil? – Bob Iger appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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Inside the Issue | "My Life, By Barbara Rosenberg," by Jordy Rosenberg 45:25

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Jordy Rosenberg reads his story “My Life, by Barbara Rosenberg,” from issue no. 253 (Fall 2025), told from the perspective of Barbara, a mother from Brooklyn who is ready to battle a corduroy blazer and the child who wants to wear it freely. This episode was produced by John DeLore, Lori Dorr, and Emily Stokes. The music used in this episode is “Ga…

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271 – Planning for the Unexpected – New Horizons 16:41

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Episode 271 of Anecdotally Speaking explores why most business problems live in a field of uncertainty, not precision. In this episode, Mark tells the story … The post 271 – Planning for the Unexpected – New Horizons appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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215 – Rising from Burnout – Simone Biles (rerun) 21:19

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Discover the remarkable journey of Simone Biles and the powerful lessons it offers on burnout and the importance of empathy in judging others. In this … The post 215 – Rising from Burnout – Simone Biles (rerun) appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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209 – Take the Opposing View (rerun) 12:38

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In Episode 209 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how asking the right questions brought us GPS – and how you can take these lessons into your … The post 209 – Take the Opposing View (rerun) appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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270 – Publishing on Principal – Katharine Graham 16:36

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In Episode 270, learn how a moment of courage by Katharine Graham shaped history and provided a lesson in principled leadership. Mark recounts the powerful … The post 270 – Publishing on Principal – Katharine Graham appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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269 – Generosity Inspires Generosity – Maria Andrejczyk 12:38

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Discover how an Olympic medal and generosity changed lives, and what leaders can learn from this act of selflessness. In Episode 269 of Anecdotally Speaking, … The post 269 – Generosity Inspires Generosity – Maria Andrejczyk appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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268 – Sharpening the Saw – Philip Seymour Hoffman 10:53

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Personals | “I Got Snipped” 17:56

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Joseph Earl Thomas reads his essay “I Got Snipped: Notes after a Vasectomy,” about the best sexual decision he ever made. This episode was produced by John DeLore and Helena de Groot, and was mixed by John DeLore. Our theme song for this series is “Bryant Park and Ride,” composed and performed by David Cieri. Joseph Earl Thomas’s essay can be found…

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267 – Back to What Matters – Howard Schultz 9:54

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In Episode 267 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how Howard Schultz reignited Starbucks’ purpose to drive a complete business turnaround. Shawn shares the story of how … The post 267 – Back to What Matters – Howard Schultz appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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Personals | "Two Strip Clubs, Paris and New Hampshire" 20:57

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Lisa Carver reads an essay about visiting two strip clubs with her French husband: first the Moulin Rouge, then a dive bar in Bedford, New Hampshire. At the Moulin Rouge, she has a revelation: “Even though the women had naked boobies, they still looked like angels. I think angels do have naked boobies, now that I’ve seen this show.” This episode wa…

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266 – The Right to Wear Pants – Helen Hulick Beebe 10:43

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In Episode 266, discover how a 1930s courtroom appearance by a woman in pants turned into a lesson in values, justice, and change. In this … The post 266 – The Right to Wear Pants – Helen Hulick Beebe appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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Personals | “Wax and Gold and Gold," by Mihret Sibhat 18:07

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Mihret Sibhat reads her essay “Wax and Gold and Gold,” about a friendship she formed with a prostitute in Addis Ababa while attempting to teach her about Jesus. This episode was produced by John DeLore and Helena de Groot, and was mixed by John DeLore. Our theme song for this series is “Bryant Park and Ride,” composed and performed by David Cieri. …

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265 – Thrown to the Sharks – Quentin Tarantino 13:37

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Episode 265 of Anecdotally Speaking explores Quentin Tarantino’s early setback and the value of persistence and learning from failure. In this episode, Shawn shares the … The post 265 – Thrown to the Sharks – Quentin Tarantino appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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Personals | “What I Want to Say About Owning a Truck,” by J. D. Daniels 13:06

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“When people see your truck, they tend to see what you can do for them,” J. D. Daniels writes in his essay about a black Nissan hardbody pickup he owned many years ago. This episode was produced by John DeLore and Helena de Groot, and was mixed by John DeLore. Our theme song for this series is “Bryant Park and Ride,” composed and performed by David…

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261 – Gambling on a Curry – Dishoom 13:51

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Discover how Dishoom gamified dining to become a must-visit destination, offering lessons in creative problem-solving and customer engagement. In Episode 261 of Anecdotally Speaking, Shawn … The post 261 – Gambling on a Curry – Dishoom appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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Personals | “The Smoker,” by Ottessa Moshfegh 11:26

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Ottessa Moshfegh reads her essay “The Smoker,” about renovating a house soaked in nicotine—and a haunting encounter with its former owner. This episode was produced by John DeLore and Helena de Groot, and was mixed by Helena de Groot. Our theme song for this series is “Bryant Park and Ride,” composed and performed by David Cieri. Moshfegh's essay c…

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264 – Finding What Didn’t Exist – Beth Norris 13:59

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In Episode 264 of Anecdotally Speaking, hear how a chance act of curiosity led to the groundbreaking discovery of Australian amber, and what it teaches … The post 264 – Finding What Didn’t Exist – Beth Norris appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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263 – Chasing Payment, Finding Connection 11:03

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In Episode 263 of Anecdotally Speaking, hear how a potter turned a late payment request into a meaningful conversation through storytelling. In this episode, Shawn … The post 263 – Chasing Payment, Finding Connection appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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262 – What We Walk Past 8:57

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In Episode 262 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how a 25-second train delay in Japan sparked a deep conversation about organisational culture. In this episode Mark … The post 262 – What We Walk Past appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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Trailer: The Paris Review presents "Personals," a new audio series 0:59

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“Personals” is a new audio series from The Paris Review, featuring writers reading first-person essays. Featuring essays from Ottessa Moshfegh, Mihret Sibhat, Joseph Earl Thomas, Lisa Carver, and J.D. Daniels. The series is produced by Sophie Haigney, Lori Dorr, Olivia Kan-Sperling, John DeLore, and Helena de Groot. Many thanks to our sponsor: MUBI…

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260 – Every Turn is An Olympic Final – Mary Meagher 18:56

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In Episode 260 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how keystone behaviours transformed Mary T. Meagher into an Olympic legend. In this episode, Shawn shares a story … The post 260 – Every Turn is An Olympic Final – Mary Meagher appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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259 – Unreasonable Hospitality – Will Guidara 15:08

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Discover how vulnerability and connection drove Eleven Madison Park to become the world’s best restaurant. In Episode 259 of Anecdotally Speaking, Mark shares a story … The post 259 – Unreasonable Hospitality – Will Guidara appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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258 – A Memorial in Mashed Potato – Maya Lin 16:11

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Discover how creativity under constraint led to one of the world’s most distinctive memorials. In Episode 258 of Anecdotally Speaking, Shawn shares the inspiring story … The post 258 – A Memorial in Mashed Potato – Maya Lin appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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257 – How to Make a Great Story Boring – Notre-Dame 22:05

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This episode explores how story delivery can either ignite or flatten your message, illustrated by the fire and restoration of Notre-Dame. In Episode 257 of … The post 257 – How to Make a Great Story Boring – Notre-Dame appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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256 – The Power of Coaching 14:21

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Discover why coaching drives real behaviour change, far beyond training alone. In Episode 256 of Anecdotally Speaking, Shawn shares research by Joyce and Showers that … The post 256 – The Power of Coaching appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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255 – Rich Church, Poor Church 17:13

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Discover how 17th-century Rome reveals a clever behavioural insight still relevant for change initiatives today. In Episode 255 of Anecdotally Speaking, Mark shares a story … The post 255 – Rich Church, Poor Church appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk

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The Paris Review

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274 – Illness to Opportunity – John Stetson 12:49

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273 – Bold, Brave and a bit Quirky – Paul Fairweather 40:08

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272 – Are You Selling Trombone Oil? – Bob Iger 9:40

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Inside the Issue | "My Life, By Barbara Rosenberg," by Jordy Rosenberg 45:25

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271 – Planning for the Unexpected – New Horizons 16:41

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215 – Rising from Burnout – Simone Biles (rerun) 21:19

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209 – Take the Opposing View (rerun) 12:38

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270 – Publishing on Principal – Katharine Graham 16:36

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269 – Generosity Inspires Generosity – Maria Andrejczyk 12:38

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268 – Sharpening the Saw – Philip Seymour Hoffman 10:53

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Personals | “I Got Snipped” 17:56

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267 – Back to What Matters – Howard Schultz 9:54

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Personals | "Two Strip Clubs, Paris and New Hampshire" 20:57

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266 – The Right to Wear Pants – Helen Hulick Beebe 10:43

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Personals | “Wax and Gold and Gold," by Mihret Sibhat 18:07

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265 – Thrown to the Sharks – Quentin Tarantino 13:37

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Personals | “What I Want to Say About Owning a Truck,” by J. D. Daniels 13:06

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261 – Gambling on a Curry – Dishoom 13:51

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Personals | “The Smoker,” by Ottessa Moshfegh 11:26

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264 – Finding What Didn’t Exist – Beth Norris 13:59

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263 – Chasing Payment, Finding Connection 11:03

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262 – What We Walk Past 8:57

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Trailer: The Paris Review presents "Personals," a new audio series 0:59

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260 – Every Turn is An Olympic Final – Mary Meagher 18:56

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259 – Unreasonable Hospitality – Will Guidara 15:08

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258 – A Memorial in Mashed Potato – Maya Lin 16:11

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257 – How to Make a Great Story Boring – Notre-Dame 22:05

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256 – The Power of Coaching 14:21

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255 – Rich Church, Poor Church 17:13