Bricks Boutique Hotel | The LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Podcast for Pros

In this episode of the Bricks Boutique Hotel, Michel and Matthias dive into Issue 20 of the LSP Magazine, exploring the essential principles and values that shape LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® facilitation.

Michel explains why ideas like the 100–100 principle, psychological safety, and the “stick to the model” approach are crucial for creating meaningful participation and strong workshop outcomes. Together, they discuss real-world challenges: What happens when the “elephant in the room” suddenly appears? How do facilitators navigate dilemmas without losing the assignment? And how can the method help depersonalize sensitive issues while still addressing what truly matters?

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In this episode, Michel and Matthias take you behind the scenes of LSP Magazine Issue 19: Sharing & Caring.
Why do sharing and caring matter so much in LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®? How can facilitators truly foster it – even when challenges arise? And what role do dilemmas, ethics and AI play?

A brief, honest glimpse into ideas, anecdotes and what’s next – straight from the Bricks Boutique Hotel.

What really happens during a LEGO SERIOUS PLAY® training? In this episode, Michel and Matthias take You behind the scenes and share what makes the learning experience so impactful.

We talk about the dual-table setup – Experience and Explanation – and why starting with hands-on building is essential. You’ll learn how participants stay in flow, why post-its are powerful, and how questions shape the journey.

We also share our own stories, the value of designing Your first workshop, and what it really means to find Your unique voice as a facilitator.

Whether You’re about to start Your training or already...

In this episode, Michel and Matthias check in at the Bricks Boutique Hotel in Frankfurt to explore the vital – yet sometimes underestimated – phase of every LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® workshop: Skills Building.

Why is this phase so much more than just an introduction? And what actually happens when facilitators skip it – in the name of saving time?

Together, they walk you through the four core exercises that ease participants into the method, build psychological safety, and lay the foundation for meaningful storymaking. From the iconic tower build to the first encounter with metaphors – this episode is a...