Megan Torrance and Meg Fairchild continue their exploration of Learning, Science, and Experience (LSX) by unpacking on of the 10 design commitments—Learning is a Journey, Not an Event. They discuss how a learner-centric map of how capability develops over time. Drawing inspiration from Conrad Gottfredson and Bob Mosher’s Five Moments of Need® model, Megan Torrance expands on the model to outline ten key points along the learning journey—from pre-awareness and preparation, through formal learning and real-world application, to troubleshooting, adapting to change, and ultimately teaching others.
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Learn why each point in the learning arc offers different opportunities for support and intervention, and discover practical tips for prompting application and habit formation.
Hosts: Megan Torrance and Meg Fairchild
Producers: Meg Fairchild and Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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In this episode of Tangents with TorranceLearning, Meg Fairchild and Megan Torrance dive deep into LSX—Learning Science and Experience. They discuss how LSX combines the rigor of learning engineering with the craft of exceptional learner experiences.
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Hosts: Megan Torrance and Meg Fairchild
Producers: Meg Fairchild and Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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In this episode of Tangents with TorranceLearning, Megan Torrance sits down with researcher and "giant nerd" Chris Grady, former senior advisor at USAID, to bridge the worlds of International Development and Learning and Development (L&D).
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If you’ve ever wondered how to prove that your training actually works this episode is packed with insights you can use right away.
Hosts: Megan Torrance and Meg Fairchild
Producers: Meg Fairchild and Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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Join host Megan Torrance LIVE from the Podcasting Lab stage at the Training 2026 Conference! In this candid and insightful episode, Megan Torrance is joined by special guests Deadra Welcome, Vince Han, and Bob Mosher for a candid conversation about what learning and development (L&D) professionals can learn from the vendor and partner ecosystem.
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Whether you work inside an organization or with external partners, this episode is packed with insights, straight talk, and a few good tangents you won’t want to miss!
Recorded live at the Training 2026 Conference in the Expo Hall Podcasting Lab.
Host: Megan Torrance
Guests: Deadra Welcome, Vince Han, Bob Mosher
Producers: Meg Fairchild and Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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In this episode of Tangents with TorranceLearning, Megan Torrance and Meg Fairchild chat with Julian Davis, also known as the Digital Learning Guy, to explore the evolution of digital learning, xAPI (Experience API), and innovative assessment tools. Broadcasting all the way from Australia, Julian Davis shares his journey from a Navy technician to a passionate advocate for clear, practical digital learning systems.
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Whether you’re a seasoned L&D professional or just exploring learning technology, this episode will spark ideas for authentic assessment and thoughtful integration of tech in learning.
Hosts: Megan Torrance and Meg Fairchild
Guest: Julian Davis
Producers: Meg Fairchild and Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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In this episode of Tangents with TorranceLearning, host Megan Torrance is joined by Josef Bastian—author, entrepreneur, and narrative architect—for an illuminating discussion about narrative design, organizational storytelling, and the ways artificial intelligence is reshaping both internal culture and external brand.
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Plus, hear metaphors from Marvel's multiverse, strategies to manage "narrative drift," and why being grounded in core values are vital to organizational storytelling.
Host: Megan Torrance
Producers: Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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In this dynamic episode of Tangents with Torranclearning, Megan is joined by Jess Jackson, a visionary leader in public health and social equity, currently shaping cannabis regulation and reinvestment policy in Minnesota. Jess shares her journey from instructional design to government leadership, offering deep insights on culture change, leading through dissonance, reconciling historical harms, and navigating emotionally charged, paradoxical spaces in and out of the workplace.
The conversation is filled with actionable leadership strategies, frameworks like appreciative inquiry, and personal anecdotes that bring nuance, empathy, and practical wisdom to the work of DEI, policy, and learning.
Host: Megan Torrance
Guest: Jess Jackson (she/her) – Policy Innovator, Director of Social Equity, Public Health, and DEI Leader
Producers: Meg Fairchild and Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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In this episode, Megan and Meg explore the concepts of empathy mapping and learner personas. They discuss the differences and similarities between the two tools, their uses, and how they can help better understand the perspectives and needs of learners. Megan shares insights on how empathy maps focus on the person's perspective of the world, while learner personas concentrate more on individual characteristics and experiences.
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Hosts: Meg Fairchild and Megan Torrance
Producers: Meg Fairchild and Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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In this episode, Megan Torrance talks with Chris Adams about his journey into learning and development (L&D), and the transition from being an order taker to a strategic partner in organizations. Chris shares personal stories highlighting the common pitfalls L&D professionals encounter when they focus on delivering requested solutions rather than addressing business outcomes. The conversation emphasizes the critical role of building partnerships, understanding organizational needs, and shifting focus toward results that deliver measurable business impact. Chris also shares practical advice, recommended readings, and insights into how L&D professionals can enhance their influence and effectiveness.
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Hosts: Meg Fairchild and Megan Torrance
Producers: Meg Fairchild and Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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In this episode, Megan and Meg explore the world of AI avatars in learning and development (L&D). With conference season in full swing, they muse on the fantasy of cloning oneself using AI, sparking a thoughtful exploration into what counts as an avatar and the different technology and types of interaction that avatars can provide. From eLearning guides to real-time, conversational AI personas, they discuss how one might be used in L&D. Megan shares the journey of creating her own real-time avatar (“AI Megan”) with CSI Sim—touching on tech stacks, content curation, and tricky details like hair and clothing!
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Hosts: Meg Fairchild and Megan Torrance
Producers: Meg Fairchild, Jami Washington, and Dean Castile
Music: Original music by Dean Castile
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