Best Conceptually Speaking Podcasts (2024)

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Creative Expression is for Everyone with Ceramics Artist and Author Shelley Finance 2:05:57

5d ago2:05:57

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Dominick and Virginia welcome the walking embodiment of creativity in action, a guest who will inspire with her intimate knowledge of the creative drive and her championing self-expression for all. Shelley Finance is also a friend of Dominick's from high school. They grew up in the next-door-to-Hollywood but ironically unglamorous provincial town o…

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Where should healthcare invest in food security interventions? Lessons from recent research 52:50

13d ago52:50

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Evidence is mounting about the impacts of interventions such as medically tailored meals and produce prescriptions on diet-related health conditions, fueling interest in these interventions among healthcare organizations and payers. On June 5th at 9am PT/12pm ET we heard experts discuss the latest research in this area. Panelists included researche…

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Conceptual Image-making with Iconic Editorial Illustrator Greg Spalenka 1:52:52

19d ago1:52:52

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Have you ever gazed at the night sky and felt a profound connection? Join us as we explore the intersection between art and human experience with iconic American Illustrator Greg Spalenka. We begin by reminiscing but also lamenting the deep disconnection from nature revealed by L.A.'s 1994 Northridge Earthquake when city-bound Los Angelesnos found …

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Consumer perspectives on the Camden Coalition care management RCT (Part 2 of 2) 51:32

20d ago51:32

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This is the second of a two-part webinar series on implications of the Camden Coalition’s RCT results. In 2020, a major article on “healthcare hotspotting” may have caught your eye. The article described findings from our four-year, prospective, 800-person randomized evaluation of the Camden Core Model, an innovative and comprehensive approach to c…

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Lessons from the Camden Coalition's Care Management RCT (Part 1 of 2) 56:20

27d ago56:20

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This is the first of a two-part webinar series on implications of the Camden Coalition’s RCT results. In 2020, a major article on “healthcare hotspotting” may have caught your eye. It did ours! The article described findings from a four-year, prospective, 800-person randomized evaluation of the Camden Coalition’s Camden Core Model, an innovative an…

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The Healing Art of Narrative Therapy with Virginia Grenier 15:06

1M ago15:06

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Have you ever considered the stories you tell yourself might just be the blueprint for your life? This edition of Language of the Soul delves into the remarkable world of narrative therapy with Virginia Grenier, who shares her wisdom on how our personal narratives can be both a sanctuary and a battleground for our mental well-being. We don't just r…

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Writing Our Own Song with Singer/Songwriter Bill Abernathy 1:49:54

1M ago1:49:54

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Have you ever found yourself spellbound by a song that seemed to narrate your life story? Bill Abernathy, our troubadour for the soul, joins us to reveal how his melodies weave the fabric of our lives into song. An enlightening discussion ensues on the enduring influence of singer-songwriters who have used their platforms to make social statements.…

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Organizational Dilemmas in Integrating Medical and Social Care to Improve Health Equity 1:20:09

1M ago1:20:09

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On March 29, 2024, the Harvard Medical School Center for Bioethics convened a session of the Organizational Ethics Consortia Series on social care. Addressing health inequity generally requires attention to the most marginalized patients, whose health is often undermined by social, legal and financial challenges. In response, many health care deliv…

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Cinema and the Quest for Authentic Representation with filmmaker Jay J. Levy 1:45:40

2M ago1:45:40

1:45:40

We are joined this week by filmmaker Jay J. Levy, who offers us a peek behind the curtain of his creative process as a storyteller, his location services business, and his current collaboration with comedy writer Russ Woody: a comedic web series titled, 'Poster Pickers.' Jay does not identify as a gay filmmaker but rather as a filmmaker who happens…

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New SIREN Social Care Conceptual Model 51:09

2M ago51:09

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On Monday March 11th participants joined us for a conversation about the new SIREN Social Care Conceptual Model! Emerging evidence suggests that social care programs do not affect health solely by connecting patients with social services and reducing socioeconomic barriers. In a recent paperwe used this evidence to develop a model that depicts the …

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What Should the Healthcare Sector’s Role Be in Addressing Adverse Social Drivers of Health? 51:51

2M ago51:51

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Although there is no question that adverse social circumstances negatively impact health and healthcare outcomes, it is not clear what the healthcare sector’s role should be in addressing these adverse social factors. On February 28, 2024, SIREN Co-Director Caroline Fichtenberg moderated a lively discussion with three thought-leaders on their persp…

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Afterlife with Documentarian Ben Harl 1:20:34

2M ago1:20:34

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When the veil between life and death seems fragile, where do we turn for answers? Join us as we discuss the afterlife with writer and musician-turned-filmmaker Ben Harl. In recent years, Ben has moved his passion for storytelling from the page to the screen, learning the craft of filmmaking through trial and error (and a huge amount of help from fe…

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The Power of Song with Glenda Benevides 1:20:24

3M ago1:20:24

1:20:24

Glenda Benevides is an esteemed award-winning singer-songwriter, a healer, an author, and an altruist with a career that spans decades. Her music, described as the soulful synthesis of Heart, Janis Joplin, and Bessie Smith, resonates with power, emotion, and authenticity. A Recording Academy voting member and Grammy-considered artist, Glenda's song…

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Episode #129 R.P. Alex Mendez talks with talkPOPc participant Noor about censorship,free speech, and Gaza conflict 22:35

3M ago22:35

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1:00 They discuss how government censorship, particularly in banning books, restricts access to knowledge and different perspectives, questioning why the government has the authority to control what information people can access or contemplate. 5:00 Noor reflects on her opinion about the situation in the Middle East, acknowledging that her views ar…

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Language of the Soul HIGHLIGHTS Reel, May 2024 26:42

3M ago26:42

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Life IS story. It’s around us all day, every day, shaping our worldviews and society’s paradigms. Language of the Soul Podcast highlights master storyteller in the arts and entertainment, as well as the literary realm, all of whom share our passion for narrative! Story has the power to transform the individual and through the ripple effect, change …

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Episode #128 R.P. Alex Mendez talks with talkPOPc participants Javon and Brodin about censorship, free speech and social media 35:08

3M ago35:08

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2:00 They reflect on the notion of free speech in their personal life, noting that as Americans, they feel relatively unrestricted in their ability to express themselves. While they believe in the importance of free speech, they emphasize the need for understanding the potential repercussions of one's words. 5:00 They highlight the issue of entitle…

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The FUTURE of STORY with Dominick and Virginia 1:41:10

3M ago1:41:10

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Have you ever considered that the tales we tell are the very threads that weave the fabric of society? Virginia and Dominick explore this notion, unraveling the complex relationship between storytelling and its pervasive impact on both personal growth and cultural evolution. Language of the Soul's latest episode is an eclectic mix of discussions ar…

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Episode #127 R.P. Alex Mendez talks with talkPOPc participant Noah about censorship, free speech and cancel culture 32:49

3M ago32:49

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1:00 The conversation begins with a focus on free speech and censorship, prompting them to share their thoughts on whether these concepts are prevalent in society. 5:00 They discuss the potential social consequences of expressing differing political views, particularly in the context of the 2016 presidential election. 8:00 They discuss the concept …

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Episode #126 R.P. Dena talks with talkPOPc participant Emily about censorship, art, and free speech 32:03

3M ago32:03

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2:00 They explore the uncertainty surrounding censorship and the understanding of the First Amendment. 5:00 They acknowledge that artists often express political views through their work and note differences in how art is supported in different countries, such as Germany's grants for techno clubs. The conversation touches on the challenges faced by…

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To Hell With Aging with Nancy Berggren 1:15:34

4M ago1:15:34

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A recent health scare has lit a fire, inspiring ninety-year-old Nancy to recommit to the resilience, intellectual curiosity, and brain plasticity that defines her. She has always ministered by example and through her craft, but more and more, that contribution inspires others to live their best lives at any age and remain engaged, productive, and r…

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Mindful Self-Expression with Marina Bakica 1:09:58

4M ago1:09:58

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We're joined by the soulful and captivating Marina Bakica— actress, filmmaker and multi-media artist. Together, we discuss the power of narrative to not only mirror our world but to reshape it. From Marina's impressive theater training through her latest vehicles of expression—photography and cinema—this episode promises a panoramic view of how sto…

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Embracing Innate Intuition with Evidential Psychic Medium Krystal Parry 1:23:52

4M ago1:23:52

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We are all born intuitive beings. Over time, social conditioning can lead us to abandon or mistrust our innate guidance systems. Krystal Parry, evidence-based medium and Reiki master, shares her personal journey toward embracing her unique gifts and abiding the call to share them with the collective. Join us as we discuss energetic healing work, me…

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LGBTQ Representation Part 2 51:10

5M ago51:10

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This episode is Part 2 of a 2-part series: LGBTQ Representation. Part one laid out the history of Queer Representation in cinema. This episode follows up by chronicling Dominick's personal experience as a gay man in the context of Tolerance, Diversity & Inclusion and Media Representation. Together, both episodes are meant to lay the groundwork for …

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LGBTQ Representation Part 1 46:24

5M ago46:24

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Dominick and Virginia both have a ‘horse in the race’ when it comes to LGBTQ Representation: Dominick as a Queer author and filmmaker and Virginia raised a trans child. Their passion for the topics of Diversity and Inclusion, as well as Representation of underrepresented communities, means they have long awaited this episode. It was finally time to…

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Episode #124 R.P. Dena talks with talkPOPc participant Malka about censorship and Gaza conflict 21:15

5M ago21:15

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1:00 They discuss a recent revisitation of a censorship project in light of challenges faced on American campuses. Malka encounters a family member who mentioned students leaving Brooklyn College due to feeling attacked during Palestinian demonstrations, highlighting the diversity of perspectives and experiences among students. 5:00 They discuss th…

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Episode #125 R.P. Dena talks with talkPOPc participant Joshua about art, expression, and censorship 24:26

5M ago24:26

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1:00 They discuss the significance of the arts in facilitating free speech and expression. 5:00 They delve into the complexities of humor and artistic expression in navigating sensitive topics. 8:00 They ponder the concept of censorship in theater, admitting uncertainty about its bounds as they haven't experienced it firsthand. However, they sugges…

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Episode #119 Magdeburg Seminar (in German) 1:30:41

5M ago1:30:41

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Support the Show. Twitter: @talkpopc Instagram: @talkpopcBy Dena Shottenkirk

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Indie Publishing with Author and Literary Editor Elizabeth Suggs 1:23:14

5M ago1:23:14

1:23:14

Join us as we chat with Elizabeth Suggs of Collective Tales Publishing and Editing Mee. Her literary prowess in Speculative Fiction, among other genres, is as inspiring as it is eye-opening. We discuss the written word from the perspective of both writer and publisher, hats Elizabeth wears equally well. Our conversation ventures from the driving fo…

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Operating in the Genius Zone with Johnny Tan 1:28:27

6M ago1:28:27

1:28:27

Guest Johnny Tan seasoned this week's episode, like a good recipe, with anecdotes of family nurturance. From the Malaysian kitchen of his childhood through those of the nine-strong women he went on to call Mom, these culturally rich tales were not just about the food that passed his lips but also the recipes--life lessons-- that have fed his soul. …

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Love and Legacy with Author Robin Ray 1:36:02

6M ago1:36:02

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Have you ever found yourself tracing your roots, only to uncover stories that seem to leap straight from the pages of a novel? Dominick had the pleasure of sitting down with his cousin, author Robin Ray, to unearth the rich tapestry of their family's legacy in the Wild West. Robin's transition from leadership teacher to a writer with six books to h…

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Narrative and History with Harvard Scholar Theodore Young 1:35:56

6M ago1:35:56

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A stimulating conversation with Harvard scholar Ted Young, presently Associate Provost at Art Center College of Design. We explore the nuances of Historical Fiction, Foundational Fictions, and even modern trends toward whitewashing, revisionist history and aspirational retellings. We parse between propaganda and Renaissance-style self-fashioning, e…

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Harmony and Hardship in a Trans Musician's Life 1:06:58

7M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

When Buffy BRATT speaks, you can't help but be drawn into her world—a place where music meets tenacity amid the struggles and triumphs of a trans-hip-hop artist. Buffy lays bare the emotional journey from losing her mother and navigating foster care to finding solace and power in her craft. It's a testament to her unwavering spirit, and throughout …

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Story and Gaming with Ryan Chenier 1:39:24

7M ago1:39:24

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This week, we had the pleasure of chatting with Ryan Chenier, as we journeyed into the world of 3D modeling and game development, a fascinating realm where art and technology intricately intertwine. Ryan shared invaluable insights into the complexities of creating 3D models, the breathtaking advancements in tech that fueled the industry, and the cr…

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Episode #118 R.P. Shottenkirk speak in Prague at Jilska 14 with Victoria about art, peacemaking, and God 22:50

8M ago22:50

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Timestamps: 00:10: Introductions with Victoria 01:50: What does Art do for people? What's the point? Opening a door to philosophy/psychology. Sharing experiences between nations perhaps. 03:55: Art starts in a place, in a culture and is a representation of that. Art spreading allows movement from culture to culture. A transference of knowledge. But…

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For Love of the Game with Sports Author David Smith 1:13:42

8M ago1:13:42

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How can sports impart valuable life lessons? In our latest episode of Language of the Soul, we're joined by multifaceted author and speaker, David Smith, who is also the proud owner of the United Racquet Club. Sharing his journey as a storyteller, David unveils the motivation behind writing his first book and his commitment to inspiring others to d…

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Storytelling and Social Reform with Author Johnny Worthen 1:19:51

8M ago1:19:51

1:19:51

This isn't your standard conversation, folks. From Johnny's renowned series "Tony Flannery, Slacker Detective" to his science fiction masterpiece "Coronam," this episode is a treasure trove of literary insights. We'll get a peek at Johnny's teaching approach and his unique course that correlates Buddhist principles with creative writing. Buckle up …

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Episode #117: Resident Philosopher Vincent Peluce talks with talkPOPc participant Levi about censorship 1:13:44

8M ago1:13:44

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00 - 6:55 Vincent and Levi debate whether there are kinds of speech that one should censor. Levi argued that censorship should be avoided in general, not just of government speech but of social speech. After all, people are too sensitive to censorship to ask questions. Vincent acknowledged that censorship is a hard topic these days, citing neo-Nazi…

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Tell Your Story with Author and Reiki Master Kanah Teagyn 1:25:12

8M ago1:25:12

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Have you ever pondered the transformative power of storytelling? We had the pleasure of conversing with the phenomenal Kanah Teagyn, a children's author and Complementary Energy therapist. Her work intertwines the power of words and music, creating a universe where communication skills and character-building take center stage. Join us as we explore…

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CTN Expo Part 2: Disney Artist Ed Ghertner and Animation Artist Vicho Friedli 1:16:19

9M ago1:16:19

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Unlock the secrets of working in the thrilling world of animation in this enlightening conversation with our special guests, Vicho Friedli, a skilled layout artist from Chile, and Disney legend Ed Ghertner. Hear first-hand accounts from Vicho on how he navigated from an online animation school to a thriving career in the industry, and glean invalua…

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Love Is a Verb, with author Dominick Domingo 23:30

9M ago23:30

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Host Dominick Domingo shares an article he was invited to contribute to Johnny Tan's online magazine, 'Inspirations for Better Living.' Titled, 'Love Is a Verb,' the article chronicles Dominick's journey of manifestation—from dovetailing with the universe through losing everything but his life, to reclaiming his agency in the world. The mechanics o…

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Liberating your Fullest Expression with Author and Writing Coach Anya Achtenberg Sefara-Rabi 1:57:24

9M ago1:57:24

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Today we welcome the brilliant Anya Achtenberg Sefara-Rabi, author and longtime writing consultant. Anya shares her historical roots and what it is to identify as a 'person of the mix.' She chronicles how innate defiance of writing convention yielded deeper access to the associative web that connects humanity. She suggests that by navigating it and…

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CTN Expo with Lion King producer Don Hahn and Legendary Disney animator Andreas Deja 1:07:38

9M ago1:07:38

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The CTN Foundation's annual gathering, known as the Creative Talent Network Expo or CTNX, is a flagship event in support of visual storytelling artists globally. As a non-profit charitable organization, the CTN Foundation has been hosting this extraordinary event for 15 years, making it the longest-running event of its kind in the world. In 2023, t…

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The Creative Process with Disney Animator and Master Storyteller Dave Zaboski 1:50:12

9M ago1:50:12

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Meet Dominck's old mate, Dave Zaboski - a mastermind artist, former Disney, Sony, and Warner Brothers animator, and current co-founder of Laetro. We walk down memory lane, revisiting his illustrious career and the lessons learned on What role does luck play in manifestation? What is intuition? And how central is love to the creative process? Dave a…

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Redefining Personal Growth with Author and Creativist Rene' Urbanovich 1:29:36

9M ago1:29:36

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Have you considered how your own narratives and stories might be hindering your personal development? Join us on a riveting journey as we converse with the charismatic Rene Urbanovic, a TEDx speaker, creativity coach, and Humanities through the Arts Professor. Her personal saga of triumph over adversity after a vocal injury and her exploration into…

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The Power of Story: Unveiling Spirituality and Holistic Healing with Anthropologist and Soul Aspirant Roslyn Lehman 1:48:08

9M ago1:48:08

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Have you ever considered the profound impact of stories on how we perceive ourselves and the world? That's what we're unpacking today with Dominick's dear friend, Roslyn Lehman—retired educator, anthropologist, and Soul Aspirant. We're venturing into the healing powers of narrative and the potential of epigenetics to rewire those narratives, especi…

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Healing Trauma Through Story with Indie Author and Publisher Joshua Lloyd Fox 1:19:15

9M ago1:19:15

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Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey with Joshua Lloyd Fox, the indie author and master storyteller who began his writing career at 40? Grab your headphones as we navigate through the fascinating chapters of Joshua's life, including his diverse background as a soldier, aircraft mechanic, and technical writer for the US and foreign mi…

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A Mother's Journey with Trisomy 21with Author and Educator Nancy M. Schwartz 47:23

9M ago47:23

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Picture this: You're a parent, your child has been diagnosed with Trisomy 21, and conventional education seems like a puzzle you can't solve. That's what Nancy M. Schwartz, mother of cellist Alex, faced. But Nancy didn't just cope; she used her experience to inspire new perspectives on education, inclusivity, and the power of narratives. This episo…

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INTRO Episode: The Transformative Power of Story 47:53

10M ago47:53

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What happens when a filmmaker and a psychology major join forces? You get a riveting conversation that takes you through a labyrinth of storytelling experiences, from the director's chair to the editing room and even into the intriguing world of mental health counseling. Welcome to a unique episode where co-creators Dominick Domingo and Virginia Gr…

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Episode #116: R.P. Shottenkirk and J. L. Brandl speak at the Galerie 5020 in Salzburg, Austria on art as a tool for individual cognition and social cooperation 47:12

10M ago47:12

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00-2:08: Brandl speaks of the general topic of art as epistemology. He asks: What does this mean? It depends on how one defines epistemology; if epistemology is gaining knowledge, you can't interpret art as the study of gaining knowledge - it is not a simple predicate-identity sentence. But why not say that art is a tool for the study of cognition?…

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Episode #115: Dena Shottenkirk speaks with Viennese gallerist Christine König about literature and art at Salzburg5020 Gallery 34:40

10M ago34:40

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00- 1:30: Shottenkirk introduces the project. 1:30 - 3:05: König clarifies the definition of art to be broadly construed to mean culture at large, and Shottenkirk agrees. König then states that she doesn't really know why other people care about art though she personally cares for literature and for her specific gallery program. Art is like food: w…

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