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In Their Own Words

The Deming Institute
Dr. W. Edwards Deming
Quality Management
Chronic Absenteeism
Education
W. Edwards Deming
Lean Management
Systems Thinking
Continuous Improvement
Productivity
Goal Setting
United Schools
Desirability
PDSA Cycle
Acceptability
Toyota
Intrinsic Motivation
Improvement Science
The Red Bead Experiment
Deming Institute
Quality Improvement

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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Recent Guests

Balaji Reddie
Educator and trainer in the teachings of Dr. Deming and quality management
Deming Institute community
Episode: A New Lens with Balaji Reddie (Part 2)
John Dues
Educator applying Deming's principles to unleash student joy in learning
Episode: What Deming Knew That Your Dashboard Doesn't
Michael Carr
Business owner who encountered and implemented Deming teachings
Unspecified (business owner)
Episode: Why Commissions Didn't Fix Our Sales Problem
Kelly Allan
Practitioner of Deming teachings and facilitator
Independent / Deming Institute connections
Episode: Fitness Matters: A Deming Success Story (Part 4)
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
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)

Host

Andrew Stotz
Host of In Their Own Words; affiliated with The Deming Institute; experienced in Deming-based education and manufacturing discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 58 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
    Taiwan2 years 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 States12 years ago

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Guests are framed as credible practitioners bringing real-world Deming-aligned results.
Listeners describe episodes as informative and practical, with strong host and guest dynamics.
The show consistently presents actionable strategies and case studies across education, healthcare, and business.

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Talking Points

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A New Lens with Balaji Reddie (Part 3)
Q: I want to ask about this? (Discussion on constancy of purpose and its scope)
Balaji explains that constancy of purpose can be about any long-term objective that improves life and the market, and the product is the manifestation of that overarching purpose; it should guide long-term decisions and not just immediate profits.
A New Lens with Balaji Reddie (Part 1)
Q: Why does this matter to someone new to Dr. Deming's teachings?
Balaji explains that adopting a four-part framework—systems thinking, understanding variation, theory of knowledge, and people/learning—offers a practical, holistic lens to improve any organization, not just manufacturing. Reading foundational Deming material and engaging with the learning pathways helps beginners grasp how to move from theory to practice.
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.

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Interviews centered on Deming-inspired management, quality, and organizational learning. Conversations typically feature educators, industry practitioners, and leaders who discuss systems thinking, variability, and long-term improvement—often using real-world case studies from education, healthcare, manufacturing, and business. Guests share practical methods like PDSA cycles, control charts, and offsite collaboration to redesign processes, reduce “tampering,” and foster joyful, collaborative workplaces. A standout angle is the emphasis on boardroom and organizational decisions as the primary drivers of quality, not just frontline execution, with actionable takeaways for leaders seeking durable improvements across sectors.

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2. John Dues
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4. Kelly Allan
5. Travis Timmons
6. Bill Scherkenbach
7. Lee Jenkins
8. Andy Novins

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