{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthe-no-fear-presenting-podcast.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fpaul-hungerford-improv-j7b2bA0z","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Paul Hungerford - Improv","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/db2ca57b-64eb-4feb-ab4c-de597a2082c1/09038e99-5371-44f7-ac9d-e74b4838d5e9/paul-hungerford-no-fear-presenting-ep1-square.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"","height":200,"description":"In this conversation, Mike Teixeira interviews Paul Hungerford, an experienced actor, teacher, and director, about the role of improv in overcoming the fear of presenting. They discuss the importance of vulnerability, listening, and curiosity in effective communication. Paul shares his experience with improv and how it can be applied in various professional settings. They also emphasize the value of failure and the need to embrace mistakes as opportunities for growth. The conversation explores the importance of embracing failure and taking risks in order to learn and grow. It emphasizes the value of allowing oneself to make mistakes and not being afraid to fail. The conversation also highlights the significance of building trust and connection in both personal and professional relationships. It discusses the role of improvisation in fostering connection and the power of vulnerability in communication. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of being present and open to receive in order to build trust and bring people together."}