by Beth Cougler Blom | Apr 8, 2026 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom shares a conversation with members of the IAF Future Now community about what facilitation feels like right now. With Beth intentionally stepping out of the discussion, this group of younger facilitators reflects on...
by Beth Cougler Blom | Mar 25, 2026 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Alina Pete about the power of comics to teach, connect, and tell stories. They explore how comics can invite people into learning through joy, creativity, and representation, and how Alina’s community-engaged work...
by Beth Cougler Blom | Mar 11, 2026 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Nora Sheffe about using visuals in facilitation to create more engaging, inclusive, and participatory learning experiences. They explore how visuals can support connection and clarity in both in-person and virtual...
by Beth Cougler Blom | Feb 11, 2026 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Nathy Ravez about making connections with participants—both early in our interactions with them and ongoing through the workshop—and why what happens before the workshop often matters just as much as what happens...
by Beth Cougler Blom | Sep 13, 2023 | Podcast Episodes
In this episode, Beth Cougler Blom talks about how to build online communities when facilitating in the virtual mode. She discusses the importance of understanding our own values and beliefs as facilitators, knowing our participants, and the need to define the purpose...