Mike Taylor

JANUARY 21, 2022

The new year is off to a good start and I’m excited about some upcoming conference talks and some podcasts that will be appearing soon. Speaking of podcasts, I’ve been binging the Hubermanlab podcast which discusses science and science-based tools for everyday life. Watch this space. Thanks for reading!

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Mike Taylor

AUGUST 6, 2021

The music I put at the top of this newsletter is consistently one of the most clicked links every week. So I thought you might like this collection of music from the Trello blog that can add some new listening options for you. What is your favorite music to work to? I’m a fan of working along to these “Lo-Fi” options.

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Mike Taylor

MAY 12, 2023

What I’m Listening To: I’ve have liked Landon Conrath’s music for awhile now but never knew who he was – I do now and he’s definitely a favorite. Check out this insightful podcast with Sarah Mercier on the power of xAPI in #eLearning! Subscribe for free Podcasts These are the podcasts that caught my ear this week.

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Mike Taylor

JULY 17, 2020

What I’m Listening to: Since we’ll be on the road, today will be all about the road trip music. Conferences & Learning Events. Here are a couple of helpful resources if you’re looking for a L&D-related conference or webinar. Check out the upcoming conference schedule L&D Webinars for this month by Limestone Learning.

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Mike Taylor

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

What I’m Listening To Today I’m listening to another old favorite, Grammatik , which I think is the perfect background music for working and studying. Podcast This is the conversation that caught my ear this week. Check out previous episodes in the Friday Finds podcast playlist. Thumbs up or down? Thanks for reading!

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Mike Taylor

JULY 23, 2021

What I’m Listening to: This playlist by Mother Mother is courtesy of my daughter, who keeps me up-to-date with the “good” music as she tells me. Accessible and Inclusive Design Conference 2021. Check out all the recordings and resources from this recent conference. There are over 50 apps to start with on the way.

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Mike Taylor

MARCH 3, 2023

Sponsored by iSpring “Conversation is the best learning technology ever” — Jay Cross My excitement level is starting to ramp up as I start packing for my trip to the NZATD conference in New Zealand. Subscribe For Free Podcasts Aaron Dignan: Change The Way You Work [The Knowledge Project Ep. As always, thanks for reading.

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Mike Taylor

DECEMBER 17, 2021

What I’m Listening to: I discovered DJ Riko’s super fun, remixed holiday music over a decade ago and it is awesome. If you’d like a new take on holiday music you’ve got to check out this Merry Mixmas playlist If you like it you can browse his entire collection at [link] . What is your favorite holiday tradition?

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Mike Taylor

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

illustrations FlexClip FlexClip is a free online video editor and video maker that you can use to create videos with text, music, animations, and more effects. Podcast This is the conversation that caught my ear this week. Podcast This is the conversation that caught my ear this week. Public domain & free to use anywhere.

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Mike Taylor

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

What I’m Listening To Of course, I have to set a late 80’s musical vibe when I’m spending the day back on my college campus. Podcast This is the conversation that caught my ear this week. Check out previous episodes in the Friday Finds podcast playlist. Today is going to be a great day, and I hope you have one too! Where’s Mike?

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Mike Taylor

MAY 24, 2019

Should We Use Background Music With Instruction? The general rationale for not using background music is that it increases harmful cognitive load. Emma Webber ( @emmawebber ) shared her recommendations from the Learning Technologies conference. Conference Roundup. Looking for your next conference?

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Mike Taylor

JULY 3, 2020

If the show is as good as the music I might have to check it out. Here are three podcast episodes from this week that are worth a listen: Nigel Paine and Martin Couzins discuss the opportunity to reset corporate learning in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown. – Conferences & Learning Events. Thanks for reading.

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Mike Taylor

JUNE 2, 2023

Lots of great music in there. Learn more → 21 podcast picks to help unleash your facilitation superpowers Want to take your facilitation skills to the next level? The good folks of at Butter have done the hard work of finding the best facilitation podcasts out there that can help you make your facilitation skills a superpower.

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LifterLMS

MARCH 3, 2024

Also visit the creators of the LMScast podcast over at LifterLMS , the world’s leading most customizable learning management system software for WordPress. Browse more recent episodes of the LMScast podcast here or explore the entire back catalog since 2014. There’s movement to music. So everyone is equal.

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Mike Taylor

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

What I’m Listening To: Sometimes music can change your mental landscape. New Zealand ATD Conference March 15-16, 2023. Hit reply and share what you’re take is …good, bad and anything in between. I appreciate your thoughts! Thanks for reading. My DevLearn Session Resources. News & Notes. Try Meco today!

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Mike Taylor

AUGUST 13, 2021

What I’m Listening to: You can never go wrong with happy music right? Evidence-Based Tools for Learning with Myra Rolden, Patti Shank & others on the Leading Learning podcast. Creating an organizational learning strategy with Michelle Ockers on the Mind Tools podcast. I like Roy Kent. Thanks for reading! Tools & Tips.

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Mike Taylor

APRIL 16, 2021

What I’m Listening to: I discovered this cool site that has a collection of “Lo Fi” music , which I find to be a great option for when you’re working. I’m looking forward to this new challenge with the great team of people there. Thanks for reading! Organizational Behavior Change Toolbox. A few other things just because I can.

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Mike Taylor

DECEMBER 23, 2022

What I’m Listening To: I discovered these remixes of classic Christmas songs several years ago and they continue to be my absolute favorite holiday music. Huberman Lab Podcast. His podcast is a super informative adventure of the latest research on well-being, health and longevity with top global experts. Check it out!

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Mike Taylor

OCTOBER 2, 2020

What I’m Listening to: Andrew Huang is a super creative musician who creates music using everything from Legos to shaving supplies in a process you’ve got to see to believe. Lessons Learned Hosting a Virtual Conference. Rick Altman shares some insights from his experience shifting the Presentation Summit conference to a virtual format.

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Mike Taylor

AUGUST 28, 2020

What I’m Listening to: After hearing “ Feels So Good ” I’ve been following the trail of Chuck Mangione for some work music that is just right for today. The Learning Uncut podcast explores Lessons from converting and facilitating lessons online with Jennifer Waltmon, Dr Cathryn Lloyd and Chemene Sinson. Tools & Resources.

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Mike Taylor

MARCH 27, 2020

Whether you like the show (or even if you have no idea what I’m talking about) the music is always a good, fun, uplifting listen. Last week’s most clicked item: Creating an Online Community, Class or Conference – Quick Tech Guide. podcast] The Learning Hack is a new (to me) L&D podcast with John Helmer.

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Mike Taylor

JUNE 4, 2021

The importance of simplicity with Leidy Klotz , author of Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less on the Chemistry of Engagement podcast. The L&D value spectrum with Laura Overton on the Learning Uncut podcast. Personal Knowledge Management for Teachers and Trainers on the Teaching Space podcast. Tools & Tips.

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Trivantis

DECEMBER 6, 2012

Lectora User Conference 2014. Your Annual e-Learning Conference. Make e-Learning Magic Happen at the Lectora User Conference. The 2013 Lectora® User Conference will be here before you know it! See why the Lectora User Conference is the best value in e-Learning: e-Learning Breakout Sessions. Community Forum.

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Mike Taylor

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

What I’m Listening To: All week, I’ve been immersing myself in the sounds of No Suits – a category-defying band that incorporates R&B, hip-hop, funk, psych rock, and electronic textures into their music. link] Library Extension Check your local library for the books, music, etc. link] Where’s Mike?

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LifterLMS

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Learn how to start and grow a podcast and build an online course empire with Joe Casabona in this episode of the LMScast podcast with Chris Badgett of LifterLMS. Joe runs a podcast called How I Built It. Chris and Joe discuss concepts that apply to both podcasting and course creating in this episode. to learn more.

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Mike Taylor

MAY 28, 2021

What I’m Listening to: I like working to music that stays in the background and today I’ve put together a “Jazzy Work” playlist for that very purpose. A Fresh Perspective on What’s Possible with Today’s Learning Technologies – June 10 Canadian Elearning Conference – June 11. FingersCrossed. Thanks for reading!

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Mike Taylor

MAY 5, 2023

What I’m Listening To: I’m not exactly how to refer to Public Library Commute – other than this is great music that I’ve been loving all week! Subscribe for free Podcasts These are the podcasts that caught my ear this week. Now, go forth and password like a boss! As always, thanks for reading. Artificial Intelligence.

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Mike Taylor

AUGUST 4, 2023

What I’m Listening To: The Wallows is another discovery that I’ve made courtesy of my “official music consultant” (my daughter) Last Week’s Most Clicked: Using Images in Visual Design News & Notes Cognitive Bias Cheatsheet Our brains use cognitive biases as a way to save energy and cognitive resources.

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Mike Taylor

MAY 26, 2023

The critically-acclaimed and “refreshingly snarky” newsletter and podcast help you think deeply and act decisively about the world’s make or break science news, from climate to COVID, heat to hunger, and agriculture to AI ethics. Subscribe for free Podcasts These are the conversations that caught my ear this week.

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Mike Taylor

APRIL 28, 2023

Subscribe for free Podcasts These are the podcasts that caught my ear this week. Microlearning Conference April 27 Online Learning & Marketing Conference June 7-8 Online Friday Finds is an independent publication that I produce in my free-time. As always, thanks for reading. Refind is loved by 200,000+ curious minds.

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Mike Taylor

JANUARY 4, 2019

I’m polishing off this first update of the New Year reminiscing with a little musical nostalgia from my school days Guess that tells you how old I am, huh? 2019 L&D Conferences. If you’re looking for a conference to attend this year, I’ve updated my big list of L&D-related conferences with dates and details for 2019.

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Mike Taylor

JULY 13, 2018

I just finished a lovely conversation with Lloyd Dean ( @LloydDeanUK ) for his Future of Learning podcast. Learning While Working Virtual Conference. Robin Petterd ( @RobinPetterd ) and the crew at Sprout Labs are prepping for the Learning While Working virtual conference. Conference News. Books/Courses/Podcasts.

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learnWorlds

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

For example, Reddit subreddits are dedicated to specific hobbies or Facebook groups centered around particular interests, such as music, gardening or photography. Examples: Reddit subreddits, Pinterest, Facebook groups for specific hobbies or podcast communities.

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Mike Taylor

DECEMBER 16, 2022

What I’m Listening To: I don’t think I’m quite ready for non-stop Christmas music yet, but this Christmas Holiday Jazz playlist pairs nicely with reading your favorite newsletter. Can ChatGPT Make This Podcast? New Zealand ATD Conference March 15-16, 2023. Thanks for reading. News & Notes. Check it out!

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Mike Taylor

MAY 13, 2022

What I’m Listening To: This morning I’m really enjoying the music of Sara Kays , who I discovered when she opened for Alec Benjamin at a recent concert. Likely long-term implications of the pandemic-driven, massive shift to online learning with Diane Elkins on the Leading Learning podcast. I hope you have a great weekend.

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Mike Taylor

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Conference News. Training Magazine’s ( @trainmagnetwork ) Online Learning Conference was in Chicago this week. Looking for your next conference? Books/Courses/Talks/Podcasts. I enjoy sharing my ideas and experience with corporate professionals via workshops, keynote presentations, podcasts, and webinars.

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Mike Taylor

JUNE 7, 2019

Books, Podcasts, Courses: The Neuroscience of Storytelling on the Chief Content Officer podcast. How To Develop Your Creativity on the Elearning Coach podcast. Conference Roundup. IAs I mentioned, ’m getting super excited to be in Belgium soon for the LearningTechDay conference hosted by Mathias Vermeulen June 17-18.

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