The Last of Us is a Business Story: Communities & Leadership Lessons with Tonya Kubo

The School of Moxie Podcast

Host Mary Williams engages in a thought-provoking conversation with special guest Tonya Kubo as they unravel the layers of post-apocalyptic drama and its profound impact on human behavior.

"The Last of Us," known for its gripping storytelling, vividly illustrates the breakdown of structured society. As a community designer, Tonya shares her insights on the importance of creating safe structures within both communities and businesses, drawing parallels between the challenges faced in the series and those encountered in the entrepreneurial world.

This episode dives into the complex moral negotiations portrayed in "The Last of Us," highlighting the value of various characters and questioning the basis of their worth in dire circumstances. It's a reflection of how humans can oscillate between heroes and villains when facing adversity, a phenomenon that echoes in both post-apocalyptic settings and business communities.

Links:

• The Last of Us video game & television series
• Bittersweet by Susan Cain

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Guest information

Tonya Kubo's agency offers community strategy and management services to impact-driven business owners and organizations. They also provide consulting and training services for professional community managers and admin teams. Connect with Tonya at her website, Facebook group, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook.

Show Credits

• Host, Writer, Producer: Mary Williams
• Sound Master: Chris Martin
• Marketing Support: The AK Collective
• Recording Studio: Melrose Podcasts

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