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The Long and The Short Of It

The Long and The Short Of It

By: Peter Shepherd & Jen Waldman
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A weekly podcast for curious people ready to explore the art and science of being human from every possible angle: macro, micro, Australian, American, tall, short and everything in between.2018 The Long and The Short Of It Art Economics Entertainment & Performing Arts Management Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
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  • 356. Back on Track
    Jul 22 2025

    This week, Jen and Pete noodle on the notion of habits, and why some might be easier to reignite than others.

    Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:

    • What happens when we let a habit get off track?
    • How does our environment effect our habits?
    • How might we keep our habits by reducing their scope?

    To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.

    You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on.

    To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.

    Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

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    19 mins
  • 355. What the FOOC?
    Jul 15 2025

    In exploring the relationship between goal setting and practicality, Jen and Pete noodle on all things related to opportunity cost and rule development.

    Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:

    • What is opportunity cost, and what might the fears be that surround that?
    • How might we set a minimum engagement fee for ourselves?
    • What are some strategies we can use to be more practical, when deciding on our goals?

    To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.

    You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on.

    To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.

    Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

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    21 mins
  • 354. Land Snorkeling
    Jul 8 2025

    This week, Jen tells Pete all about her new hobby, and together they dive in to the positive aspects of snorkeling on land.

    Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:

    • What lessons from snorkeling in the sea can be brought to land?
    • What are some areas we may take for granted in our lives?
    • How might we renew our curiosity and observance of our surroundings?

    To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.

    You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on.

    To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.

    Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

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    18 mins

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