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LSP Agile Podcast
In this insightful interview with Martijn, IN8 Create founder Brandon Wetzstein reveals how LEGO® Serious Play® methodology revolutionizes team communication by eliminating the barriers that keep valuable voices silent. Brandon shares real client stories, including a marketing agency transformation and strategic planning sessions that generated 120+ insights in 20 minutes, while discussing the neuroscience behind why building with your hands unlocks authentic thinking. From overcoming client skepticism about "using toys for business" to practical advice for new LSP facilitators, this conversation explores when to use (and avoid) this powerful methodology for creating psychological safety and driving breakthrough collaboration in modern teams.
SuperPowers School Podcast
We delve into the science of play in facilitation with special guest Brandon Wetzstein. Discover how play, especially through LEGO Serious Play, transforms adult behaviour and enhances creativity, collaboration, and connection in team settings.
Learn about the surprising benefits of incorporating playful elements into serious work environments and how they can lead to better ideas and stronger team dynamics.
Protect Help Give Podcast
Episode #76: Breaking down barriers, creative team building activities, and LEGOs. Brandon Wetzstein has been nothing short of an innovator after years in the retail industry with multiple Fortune 100 companies. In this episode, you will hear how Brandon designs custom workshops to build powerful teams and organizations.
Byte-Sized Agency Briefs
Brandon Wetzstein has helped transform teams at major organizations by tapping into the power of strategic play. In this episode, he breaks down why traditional "serious" approaches often lead to mediocre solutions, and how structured play can break through conventional thinking to unlock breakthrough ideas..
The Flourishing Education Podcast Episode 168
In this conversation with Brandon Wetzstein who is Founder and Principle of In8 Create, I discuss the importance of play not just in the lives of our children and young people but also for us adults.
Brandon designs and facilitates workshops for teams using the LEGO Serious Play method. He explained all the benefits of this approach.
As a linguist, I really enjoyed exploring the tension between two words such as 'serious' and 'play' too.
I thoroughly enjoyed this joyful and fun conversation with Brandon. I am sure you will too!
The Trending Communicator Ep 68
In this episode, Dan sits down with communication strategist, creativity and innovation specialist, organizational development trainer, and professional metaphor constructor, Brandon Wetzstein.
The Trusted Leadership Podcast Episode 20
Perhaps most importantly, our conversation highlighted how trust built through these methods doesn't stay contained in workshop environments. When teams experience psychological safety through structured play, they develop communication patterns and connection habits that extend into their everyday work interactions.
Landed! How to Pivot to a New Career
Do you feel like continuing in the same line of work is your only option? It's not! Career coach and innovation expert, Brandon Wetzstein joins us to talk about overcoming your fears of changing careers and how to successfully pivot your way to a new career.
Dreamers Succeed Podcast Ep 21.20
To be honest, I had almost too much fun with Brandon, who loves to read and is especially interested in human behavior. He also enjoys cooking, gaming, being in nature, and the joy of a wonderful nap. Enjoy!
Top5 Reasons LEGO Builds Better Teams
Brandon Wetzstein, Founder & Chief Team Builder at IN8 Create, joins Tara Thurber to share his Top5 Reasons LEGO® Builds Better Teams.
IN8 Create leverages LEGO® Serious Play® to engage participants in sharing stories about themselves in a fun and psychologically safe way.
Diminished Consciousness of Self
Inverted Persuasion
Equitable Expression
Curious Listening
Time Compression.
Your Work Friends: How Top Companies Use Play to Win
Brandon Wetzstein has helped transform teams at major organizations by tapping into the power of strategic play. In this episode, he breaks down why traditional "serious" approaches often lead to mediocre solutions, and how structured play can break through conventional thinking to unlock breakthrough ideas..
Guest Appearance: Brandon Wetzstein on Serve Strong Finish Strong
Look around you. Everything you see was not only an idea at one point, but an idea that was implemented.
When you go to implement, your greatest opportunity is in how productive you are. Luckily, my guest and I delve into a bunch of ideas and principles related to productivity.