In June, as part of our LOMA Day celebration, we hosted a book club that turned into something extraordinary. We poured our hearts into discussions, laughed, shed a few tears, and left feeling deeply connected. It was so meaningful, we thought, why not make it a regular thing?

Enter Brunch and Pods—our monthly twist on the book club, but with podcasts! Knowing that not everyone on our team is a bookworm, we embraced the joy of learning through podcasts. Each month, one team member curated a podcast episode they loved, shared it on the 1st, and led a lively discussion over team brunch at the end of the month.

This new tradition has been a gateway to fresh ideas, new genres, and deeper connections. It’s our way of learning, growing, and bonding—one podcast at a time.

Here are four podcast picks from 2024 that had us thinking, laughing, and chatting away:

Volume 1: Anything’s Pastable: Eat, Sauté, Love

Episode of 99% Invisible | Curated by Amy in July
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Explored the traditions and evolution of pasta, shared recipes, and rediscovered the magic of food and culture.

Volume 2: How Do Olympians Mentally Prepare?

Episode of Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness | Curated by Matt in August
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Dived into the world of sports psychology and learned how Olympians train their minds to achieve peak performance under pressure.

Volume 3: Board Game Season

Episode of Revisionist History | Curated by Megan in September
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For the love of board games! A fascinating episode that brought nostalgia and strategy to life.

Volume 4: The Power of Kindness

Episode of The One You Feed | Curated by Mari in October
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Heartwarming stories about kindness and humanity that left us inspired and hopeful.

As we look ahead to 2025, we can’t wait to keep our Brunch and Pods tradition alive. Why not bring it to your workplace too? Share this idea with your coworkers, start exploring podcasts together, and watch as your team grows closer through meaningful conversations.

What’s your favorite podcast pick? Let us know!