This episode of “Here’s This Agile Thing” offers a deep dive into the complexities of teaching agile methodologies through interactive simulations, both in physical and virtual environments. The hosts’ experience and insights provide valuable perspectives for anyone involved in agile training or looking to improve team dynamics. Hosts Mike, Matt, and Jeff delve into the nuances of agile training in both virtual and physical settings. Mike shares his excitement about returning to live training after a long period of remote work, highlighting the unique value of real-time audience engagement that’s absent in virtual settings. The discussion then shifts to the “ball game,” an agile simulation involving tennis balls to teach principles like cross-functional collaboration and handling work under pressure. The hosts explore the challenges of adapting this physical game to a virtual environment. They discuss various online tools and simulations, like the “game of circles,” which employs a virtual canvas for collaborative exercises. The conversation revolves around making these tools effective for teaching agile principles, such as handling work interruptions and managing team dynamics. Jeff emphasizes the importance of practical exercises in learning and the need to adapt training to the team’s specific context. The episode concludes with a plan to refine these virtual tools further and apply the lessons in upcoming training sessions.