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In Their Own Words

The Deming Institute
Dr. W. Edwards Deming
Lean Management
Quality Management
W. Edwards Deming
Productivity
Chronic Absenteeism
Systems Thinking
The Red Bead Experiment
Intrinsic Motivation
Organizational Change
Desirability
Acceptability
Goal Setting
Improvement Model
Leadership
Deming's 14 Principles
System Of Profound Knowledge
Education
Deming's Work
Organization

Interviews with members of The Deming Institute community, including industry leaders, practitioners, educators, Deming family members and others who share their stories of transformation and success through the innovative management and quality theories of Dr. W. Edwards Deming.

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What happens when an entire company learns to see its work as a system? In this episode, Travis Timmons reveals how his team uses Deming-inspired pre-work, collaboration, and the Red Bead Experiment to make their offsite energizing and impactful. It'... more

Travis Timmons shares with host Andrew Stotz how a decade of frustration running his physical therapy practice turned into joy once he discovered Deming's philosophy and embraced systems thinking. Through PDSA cycles, clearer processes, and genuine t... more

How do we really know when improvement has happened inside a school or organization? In this episode, John Dues and Andrew Stotz unpack a clear, three-part definition of improvement and show why evidence, method, and sustained results matter far more... more

What if more quizzes created more joy—not stress? Lee Jenkins shows host Andrew Stotz how Deming-inspired practices like random-concept quizzes, student-led charts, and "all-time best" celebrations turn classrooms into true learning systems that buil... more

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Travis Timmons
Founder and president of Fitness Matters, physical therapist with 27 years of business experience
Fitness Matters
Episode: Fitness Matters: A Deming Success Story (Part 1)
Bill Scherkenbach
A dedicated protege of Dr. Deming since 1972, leading statistical methods and process improvement at Ford and GM.
Episode: What is "Profound Knowledge"? An Insider's View of Deming's World (Part 4)
Lee Jenkins
Career educator and former school district superintendent
Crazy Simple Education
Episode: Dr. Deming's Advice to Educators: Crazy Simple Education (Part 1)
Andy Novins
Real estate professional and former co-owner of a women's athletic apparel company.
Berkshire Hathaway
Episode: A Deming Approach to Real Estate
John Dues
Educator applying Dr. Deming's principles in education.
Episode: Mapping the Process: Path to Improvement (Part 9)
Bill Bellows
A quality management expert with more than 31 years of experience applying Dr. Deming's ideas
Deming Institute
Episode: Category and Continuum Thinking: Misunderstanding Quality (Part 6)
Jacob Stoller
Journalist and Shingo Prize-winning author of 'The Lean CEO' and 'Productivity Reimagined'
Episode: 5 Myths of Traditional Productivity: Boosting Lean with Deming (Part 1)

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Andrew Stotz
Host of various educational discussions centering on the principles of Dr. W. Edwards Deming, focusing on management and quality improvement.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • It’s where a “quality learning” begins

    So enjoyable, educational and inspiring. I’m glad I got to know this pad cast. It was introduced by a family member. Good job. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JuneCocoW
    Taiwana year ago
  • Maybe I got something out of it (more my own thoughts triggered by their dialogue than their content itself-- hint: emphasize the Run Chart!), so I won't say it's valueless, but it's certainly very light for anyone, even beginners. On the plus side, at least it's short! Less than an hour, much less if you listen at 1.4 X speed or so. I'd comment more but there's very little substance to comment on, Deming-related or otherwise. At the very end they say to research Deming and quality, etc., m... more

    Audible
    2
    Amazon Customer
    United States2 years ago
  • Very, very light on substance

    Maybe I got something out of it (more my own thoughts triggered by their dialogue than their content itself-- hint: emphasize the Run Chart!), so I won't say it's valueless, but it's certainly very light for anyone, even beginners. On the plus side, at least it's short! Less than an hour, much less if you listen at 1.4 X speed or so. I'd comment more but there's very little substance to comment on, Deming-related or otherwise. At the very end they say to research Deming and quality, etc., m... more

    Audible
    2
    Amazon Customer
    United States2 years ago
  • Enjoying the podcast

    The content, guests and host have been very informative. Each episode is solid. I am impressed each time Tripp conducts another interview. I like hearing Tripp's interview style and the view each guest brings.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Owenmiller
    United States11 years ago
  • CAPT USN (Ret.)

    This is a great PODCAST. Andrea understands Dr. Deming and the world. A great history of industry, and then some wonderful insights about Education today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phil Monroe
    United States11 years ago

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Listeners find the content educational, inspiring, and engaging, often highlighting the transformative insights shared by guests.
The hosting style is lauded for fostering informative discussions that effectively communicate complex management theories.
Many express appreciation for the practical applications of Deming's methods shared throughout the episodes.

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Fitness Matters: A Deming Success Story (Part 1)
Q: What is the intrinsic motivation behind your current business practices?
Travis's intrinsic motivation is to create a positive impact on lives through a high-quality service that also fosters joy in work for his team members.
Fitness Matters: A Deming Success Story (Part 1)
Q: How did you get introduced to Dr. Deming's philosophy and what was your initial reaction?
Travis was introduced through a mentor who understood Deming, and he found it to be a breath of fresh air that provided direction in his chaotic early years.
Dr. Deming's Advice to Educators: Crazy Simple Education (Part 1)
Q: How do I incorporate assessment with material content in a meaningful way?
Incorporate regular quizzes to foster intrinsic motivation and team accountability among students, making them care about their learning as a group rather than individually.
A Deming Approach to Real Estate
Q: Can you explain a little bit more for those people that don't know what he talked about?
Novins explains that the competitive advantage in real estate lies in choosing a niche and focusing on being a specialist rather than a generalist.
Getting Started with Quality as an Organizational Strategy: A Conversation with Cliff Norman and David Williams
Q: How do we define whether a person is a leader or a manager?
Leaders have followers while managers are essential for maintaining the operations of an organization; leadership cannot be delegated.

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The content focuses on innovative management strategies and quality improvement principles rooted in the teachings of Dr. W. Edwards Deming. Throughout various episodes, guests from diverse backgrounds—such as educators, industry leaders, and practitioners—share personal stories of transformation through the application of Deming's philosophies. Notable discussions include integrating data-driven decision-making in education, fostering intrinsic motivation in students, and enhancing organizational effectiveness by understanding variation and continuous improvement techniques. Listeners can expect engaging interviews that illuminate the practical applications and impact of Deming's legacy on personal and organizational success, making it a d... more

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2. Bill Scherkenbach
3. Lee Jenkins
4. Andy Novins
5. John Dues
6. Bill Bellows
7. Jacob Stoller

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