Jargon Busting with Poetry for Neanderthals

About this episode

Lucy Chambers joins Julian to discuss how playful word games can enhance communication and empathy in teams.

Lucy Chambers joins Julian to explore how playful word games like Poetry for Neanderthals can help teams break down jargon, foster empathy, and create more inclusive communication. Drawing on her journey from “word nerd” outsider in tech to facilitation expert, Lucy shares practical ways to make language accessible, fun, and meaningful for everyone at work.

People in this episode

Host: Julian Kea

Guest: Lucy Chambers

Topics covered

• jargon busting
• playful word games
• inclusive communication
• team building
• empathy in communication

Keywords

• jargon
• communication
• empathy
• word games
• facilitation
• inclusivity
• teamwork

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Poetry for Neanderthals

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