Townsend Institute Podcast Series
The Townsend Institute Podcast Series (TIPS) is a podcast geared toward providing past, current, and potential students, as well as the general public, with helpful “TIPs” for their personal and professional lives.
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- Aug 27, 2026
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- Jul 16, 2026
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091 | Jonathan Reitz: The Intersection of Coaching and A.I. (opens the original)
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Is AI a Threat to Coaching, or the Ultimate Tool for Human Transformation? Many coaches feel "twitchy" about the rise of artificial intelligence, fearing a loss of connection or the total substitution of the human element. But what if AI could actually deepen your cognitive engagement rather than replace it? The secret lies in knowing the difference between outsourcing your brain and augmenting your impact. In this episode of TIPS, hosts Ashlie and Gilbert welcome back Jonathan Reitz, a Master C
090 | Dr. John Townsend: WISDOM in Decision-making (opens the original)
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Are You Paralyzed by Choice? Master the Art of Wise Decision-Making. We make over 1,000 decisions every day, from the mundane to the monumental. Yet, many leaders operate without a model, falling into the "paralysis of analysis" or making reactive, "boneheaded" mistakes. How do you ensure your next big move is rooted in wisdom rather than just impulse? In this episode of TIPS, hosts Ashlie and Gilbert sit down with Dr. John Townsend as he unveils his WISDO Model, a six-step framework that integr
089 | Dr. Lorraine Gordon: Redefining Advocacy in Mental Health (opens the original)
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Do you feel like your voice is too small to challenge the systems that govern your profession? Many counselors and leaders struggle with a professional identity crisis, feeling overshadowed by larger disciplines or silenced by the bureaucracy of insurance and legislation. In this episode of TIPS, hosts Ashlie and Gilbert sit down with Dr. Lorraine Gordon, Associate Professor at the Townsend Institute and a veteran advocate whose career path was forged through deep personal resilience. Dr. Gordon
088 | Kellie Playter: From Classroom to Career (opens the original)
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Is there really a fundamental disconnect between today’s employers and the newest generation of workers, or is there something else going on? While headlines often label Gen Z as unprofessional or uncommitted, the reality is far more nuanced. Today’s young professionals are the most entrepreneurial generation yet—they aren't looking to slack off; they are looking for meaning, mentorship, and a new kind of workplace connection. In this episode of TIPS, hosts Ashlie and Gilbert sit down with Dr. K
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