The OD (Observe Dangerously) Podcast

What makes a great man?

Terms like “good” and “great” are known to be subjective describers, but they become especially subjective when it comes to describing people. The phrase “great man” is a common colloquialism, but what does it mean? What really makes a man great? JC and B-Mic OD on the defining characteristics of a great man.

Find your Iron (Blackout Clip #14)

Deep within our essence exist talents and abilities that have the same characteristics as iron, meaning they cannot be destroyed or broken. However, we tend to not use them and we become rusty at the same abilities and skills that are there for our success. In this week's Blackout Clip, the concept of Finding your Iron is examined. Recorded 11-10-2021.

What does it mean to be normal?

As we begin to adjust to the post-pandemic “new normal”, what does it truly mean to be normal? If we are all unique, must we give up some of our uniqueness for the sake of normalcy? Or have we been thinking about normal all wrong? JC and B-Mic Roc OD on how to define normal.

Is complacency a natural human trait?

After a success, we’ve been told that its natural for one’s hunger for success to lower, making it harder to repeat said success. Is this true? Has modern society made complacency a natural human trait? JC and B-Mic Roc OD on why so many people get complacent after a success.

Show up on the scouting report (Blackout Clip #13)

Many people make the excuse of "life is happening to me" when something goes awry. What an arrogant thing to say when these same people aren't doing enough for life to truly be bothered with them. In this Blackout Clip, "Showing up on the scouting report" is discussed. Recorded 10-13-2021

Is Data a Superpower or an Amplifier?

Modern day society, especially the business world, is gradually becoming more reliant on data and data analysis. While no one would argue the importance of the “Big Data Revolution”, it seems that the same people succeeding before are succeeding now. Does the prevalence of data only make the rich richer? JC and B-Mic Roc OD on whether data is a superpower or an amplifier.

Is Attention the greatest asset?

Most of the success separators are skills or assets that are widely available that very few of us use optimally. Is the ability to sustain attention chief among them? JC and B-Mic Roc OD on the value of attention.

The Predicament of Perfection (Blackout Clip #12)

With the news of Ben Simmons' recent back surgery, the Brooklyn Nets seem to be in flux going into the offseason. In this Blackout Clip, the Brooklyn Nets will serve as a cautionary tale of what could happen when one attempts to pursue perfection, coined "the Predicament of Perfection". Recorded 5-6-2022

Does the world need more geniuses or tycoons?

So much emphasis has been put on the negative aspects of the society we live in and the need for change. Who are the best equipped to facilitate said change: geniuses or tycoons? JC and B-Mic Roc OD on which classification of people the world needs more.

When does the present take priority over the future?

We live in an age where people strive to "live for the moment", sometimes even at the expense of future consequences. Is this a virtuous philosophy? Are there times where the next generations' problems are better off left to the next generation? JC and B-mic Roc OD on when the present takes priority over the future.