The Purple Pawedcast

Today's episode features a story of what can go right when you don't like school. Eric Gee is an author, a writing and life coach, and founder of the Youtopia Project, which helps people discover their personality and work with the strengths and weaknesses within. Eric and I mull over topics as far-flung as holistic personality theory, how we disagree with our negative traits, and the beauty of Abyssinian pottery. 

REFERENCES: 
Eric Gee’s website: https://www.projectyoutopia.com/ 
Youtopia Assessment: https://youtopiaproject.com/youtopia-16-assessment-2/ 
Follow Eric on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-gee-3565a79/ 
Follow Eric on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_power_of_personality/ 
Follow Eric on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eric.c.gee/ 

  • (00:00) - Opening credits
  • (00:37) - Show opening
  • (01:30) - Introducing Eric Gee
  • (02:24) - When boring school subjects make great careers
  • (06:52) - Holistic theory vs independent variables
  • (09:39) - The four packs
  • (15:15) - Behavior vs core life values
  • (20:21) - The sixteen animal personalities
  • (23:49) - Nobody agrees with negative traits
  • (29:45) - Totally a chimpanzee...
  • (34:53) - How do we use our animal personality?
  • (39:25) - Demographics and animal personality
  • (45:51) - The strengths that play off our weaknesses
  • (49:42) - Find Eric Gee and Youtopia
  • (51:42) - Generation X reminisces...
  • (55:21) - Show closing
  • (56:20) - Closing credits
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Creators and Guests

Host
Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.
Scientist, storyteller, and professional overthinker of all things identity. Also, I happen to be a transgender woman.

What is The Purple Pawedcast?

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind).

Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.