What Would Ted Lasso Do
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About
What would Ted Lasso Do? We have been asking ourselves this question to get us through the day, to get us through this past year, and to help us navigate the surreal time in which we live. In this podcast, not only do we geek out on Ted Lasso, but we do it through the lens of positive psychology and leadership. Some may see this as just a show, but we have found life-altering lessons in each episode and break them down so you don’t have to. So, whether you’re a diehard TedHead, new to the fandom, fascinated with...
Episodes
- So Long, Farewell
In the series finale of What Would Ted Lasso Do, titled "So Long, Farewell," hosts Dimple and Jeff discuss the conclusion of the TV show. They explore character endings, leadership, and themes of change, perfectionism, and forgiveness pres…
- Mom City
In the "Mom City" episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do, Dimple and Jeff explore the difficulties and importance of seeking and granting forgiveness, especially when dealing with past trauma and emotional baggage. The discussion highlights ho…
- International Break
In this episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do," hosts Dimple and Jeff review season 3, episode 10, "International Break." They explore themes of vulnerability, imposter syndrome, finding a growth mindset, and connecting with one's inner chil…
- La Locker Room Aux Folles
In "La Locker Room Aux Folles," Dimple and Jeff discuss vulnerability, empathy, and communication, touching on human-centered leadership and the impact of our actions on others.
- We’ll Never Have Paris
In this episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do?", hosts Dimple and Jeff analyze "We’ll Never Have Paris," exploring themes of loneliness, digital intimacy, accountability, and power dynamics in relationships, particularly within the context o…
- The Strings That Bind Us
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do? delves into trust and choice in the workplace and personal life. It examines themes like love bombing, toxic masculinity, and the importance of vulnerability and imperfection, drawing parallels to t…
- Sunflowers
In the "Sunflowers" episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do, hosts Dimple and Jeff explore themes of vulnerability, authenticity, and healthy masculinity as seen in the show's characters and storylines. They discuss symbolism, personal connecti…
- Signs
In Season 3, Episode 5, "Signs," Dimple and Jeff delve into positive psychology themes including self-limiting beliefs, motivation, and growth mindset. They discuss operating "above and below the line," the power of "yet," and provide insi…
- Big Week
This episode reviews "Big Week," the fourth episode of Ted Lasso, discussing themes of human duality, the importance of integrating one's shadow self, and overcoming pain and trauma. It also touches on psychological safety, toxic masculini…
- 4-5-1
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do delves into the themes of embracing flaws, facing fears, and understanding oneself, using character analysis from episode 3, "4-5-1". It explores concepts like "why we over me," psychological safety,…
- I (Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do discusses "I (Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea," exploring themes like facing fears, origin stories, and the impact of regrets. It highlights brave leadership and the power of mindset, particularly the c…
- Smells Like Mean Spirit
In this episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do?, hosts Dimple and Jeff analyze the character crises presented in the Season 3 premiere, "Smells Like Mean Spirit." They delve into the personal struggles of Rebecca, Roy, Keeley, Nate, and Ted, a…
- Inverting the Pyramid of Success
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do recaps Season 2 Episode 12, "Inverting the Pyramid of Success." Hosts Jeff and Dimple explore the season finale's twists and turns, focusing on the theme of choices made by characters like Ted, Keele…
- Midnight Train to Royston
Jeff and Dimple analyze Ted Lasso S2E11, "Midnight Train to Royston," discussing themes of ego, colonialism, relationships, and character development, including Nate's actions and Ted and Dr. Sharon's final interactions. Dimple relates the…
- No Weddings and a Funeral
Hosts Jeff and Dimple discuss the "No Weddings and a Funeral" episode of Ted Lasso, focusing on themes of death, grief, and cultural rituals around loss. They share personal experiences with grief and the complex emotions associated with l…
- Beard After Hours
This episode analyzes "Beard After Hours," discussing its rich symbolism and themes such as the inner critic, the masks people wear, and the nature of toxic relationships. It touches on the pressure to conform to expectations and the impor…
- Man City
This episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do" analyzes the Ted Lasso episode "Man City." It explores themes of vulnerability, father-son dynamics, leadership, healthy male relationships, and the impact of loneliness, drawing on character inter…
- Headspace
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do discusses Ted Lasso Season 2, Episode 7, "Headspace." It examines character development through the lenses of trauma, boundary setting, self-care, external validation, perfectionism, negativity bias,…
- The Signal
This episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do" analyzes the "The Signal" episode, focusing on themes of leadership, balancing success, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, and modern male friendships, drawing parallels to real-life relationship dy…
- Rainbow
The "Rainbow" episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do" delves into workplace microaggressions, leadership roles, balancing assertiveness and humility, and emotional awareness. The discussion also covers self-awareness, confidence building thro…
- Carol of the Bells
This episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do" analyzes the Christmas episode "Carol of the Bells," exploring holiday references, character storylines including Keeley, Roy, Phoebe, Ted, and Rebecca, and themes of forgiveness, love, and embraci…
- Do the Right-est Thing
This episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do" discusses sincerity, leadership, and the courage to act on intuition, even when it's difficult. It explores themes of people-pleasing, pushing back, and trusting your team, referencing Spike Lee's…
- Lavender
This episode explores the challenges of intertwining professional and personal identity, especially after setbacks. It discusses how to maintain confidence, differentiate between professional and personal selves, and create supportive yet…
- Goodbye Earl
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do? kicks off Season 2 by examining shifting character dynamics and the necessity of seeking help. It delves into themes of temporary optimism loss, attentive listening, the significance of integrity an…
- What Would Ted Lasso Do Season 2 - Trailer
This is the trailer for Season 2 of the "What Would Ted Lasso Do?" podcast. The show analyzes the Ted Lasso series using principles of positive psychology and leadership, aiming to find life-altering lessons.
- The Hope That Kills You
The final episode of Season 1, "The Hope That Kills You," from the podcast What Would Ted Lasso Do, analyzes hope's impact on leadership and teamwork. It discusses motivation, agency, and the show's core theme of "believe," along with less…
- All Apologies
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do? explores accountability, forgiveness, empathy, and self-compassion through the lens of Episode 9, "All Apologies." It delves into the challenges of admitting wrongdoing, the connection between empat…
- The Diamond Dogs
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do covers Season 1, Episode 8, "The Diamond Dogs," focusing on emotional intelligence, radical honesty in relationships, and leadership. It also touches upon the dynamics between characters like Roy and…
- Make Rebecca Great Again
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do? discusses limiting beliefs and how to overcome them through connection and agency. It also covers radical responsibility, mental health, female friendships, and forgiveness, drawing lessons from the…
- Two Aces
The "Two Aces" episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do" examines Ted's vulnerable leadership and its connection to empathy and growth. It delves into themes of agency, living by values, gender dynamics, and processing pain, referencing concept…
- Tan Lines
This episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do" discusses themes from the "Tan Lines" episode, including agency, choice, toxic masculinity, vulnerability, and the importance of change. The hosts also explore the strength of female friendships an…
- For the Children
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do discusses the challenges of vulnerability and accountability, emphasizing the importance of self-kindness and courageous communication. It also delves into dealing with difficult personalities at wor…
- Trent Crimm, The Independent
This episode of What Would Ted Lasso Do, titled "Trent Crimm, The Independent," delves into themes of leadership, psychological safety, and kindness, inspired by the show. The hosts, Jeff and Dimple, discuss Jeff's unique 24-hour date and…
- Biscuits
In this episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do," hosts Jeff and Dimple discuss the "panda vs. lion" analogy to understand ourselves, the significance of play, and human-centered leadership principles. They also delve into psychological safety…
- Pilot
This podcast episode analyzes the "Ted Lasso" pilot, discussing "The Lasso Way," leadership, kindness, and positivity. It explores themes like embracing discomfort and connecting with others.
- Be Curious, Not Judgmental
This inaugural episode of "What Would Ted Lasso Do?" features hosts Dimple Dhabalia and Jeff Harry discussing their backgrounds in leadership and positive psychology. They explore how lessons from the Apple TV+ series “Ted Lasso” can be ap…
- What Would Ted Lasso Do - Trailer
This podcast uses the TV show Ted Lasso as a lens to explore positive psychology and leadership, finding life-altering lessons within its episodes. It aims to help listeners navigate life and become better leaders, encouraging them to 'BEL…