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Want to learn more about Adventure and Experiential Education? Then this podcast is for you! Listeners of this podcast will get; - Adventure Programming Theory - Facilitation Tips - Activity Ideas - Industry Career Advice - Interviews from Industry Professionals High 5 Adventure Learning Center is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to helping individuals, teams, schools, communities and businesses improve the way they live, learn and work together. Connect with us at high5adventure.org
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  • High 5 Adventure's 25th Anniversary

    High 5 Adventure's 25th Anniversary
    Sep 30 2025
    This episode celebrates the 25th anniversary of High 5 Adventure Learning Center, featuring stories and interviews from participants who share their transformative experiences. The conversation highlights the impact of adventure education on personal growth, community building, and the importance of relationships in fostering confidence and leadership skills.

    Order of interviews;

    1 - Ron Vercellone - Dean of Students, Greater Lowell Technical High School

    2 - Bob Rojee - Senior Advisor, SPARC (Summer Programs and Auxiliary Revenue Collaborative)

    3 - Alycia Nored - Wellness Teacher, Cony Middle and High School

    4 - Dave Langston - Camp Dudley/ Camp Kiniya

    5 - Nicki Hall - Founding Member of High 5

    25th Anniversary Online Auction - https://www.32auctions.com/High52025

    Support the podcast - www.verticalplaypen.com

    Music and sound effects - www.epidemicsound.com
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    45 m
  • Emergent Facilitation | Rebecca Courtney

    Emergent Facilitation | Rebecca Courtney
    Sep 23 2025
    Phil Brown and Rebecca Courtney delve into the concept of emergent facilitation, exploring its principles, preparation strategies, and the importance of building connections with participants. They discuss the challenges of facilitating in corporate environments, the value of addressing fears, and the benefits of working with challenging groups. The conversation emphasizes the need for facilitators to trust their intuition and adapt to the needs of the group, moving away from rigid agendas to a more fluid approach. Rebecca shares insights on how they teach emergent facilitation at AJ&Smart, highlighting the importance of resilience and adaptability in the role of a facilitator.
    • Emergent facilitation is about adaptability and flow.
    • Unshakeability is crucial for facilitators.
    • Experience helps build resilience in facilitation.
    • Preparation involves both mental and physical readiness.
    • Connecting with participants is essential before diving into content.
    • Addressing fears can shift group energy positively.
    • Challenging groups can lead to greater facilitator growth.
    • Trusting your intuition is key in facilitation.
    • Agendas should be flexible to meet group needs.
    • Teaching emergent facilitation focuses on building confidence and skills.

    Learn more about AJ&Smart;

    https://facilitator.com/

    https://www.youtube.com/@AJSmart

    Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-courtney-928347241/

    Connect with the podcast;

    email - podcast@high5adventure.org

    instagram - https://www.instagram.com/verticalplaypen/

    Support the podcast - verticalplaypen.org

    Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
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    33 m
  • What Makes a Great Group?

    What Makes a Great Group?
    Sep 16 2025
    In this conversation, Phil and Lisa explore the complexities of defining what makes a group great in a facilitation context. They discuss the role of the facilitator's ego, the subjective nature of group dynamics, and the importance of evaluating success beyond personal feelings. The dialogue emphasizes the need for facilitators to balance their own experiences with the goals of the group, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of participant engagement and learning outcomes.
    • A great group often means the facilitator felt liked.
    • Facilitators' egos can influence their perception of group success.
    • Group dynamics are subjective and can vary by facilitator.
    • Struggle in a group can lead to greater learning experiences.
    • It's important to evaluate groups based on goals, not just feelings.
    • Facilitators should embrace their humanity in the process.
    • The definition of a great group can differ among facilitators.
    • Patience and support within a group enhance the experience.
    • Fun and challenge can coexist in group settings.
    • Questions about group success should be more nuanced.

    Connect with the podcast -

    email - podcast@high5adventure.org

    instagram - https://www.instagram.com/verticalplaypen/

    Support the podcast - verticalplaypen.org

    Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com
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    17 m
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