In episode #130, Chris sits down with Dr. Catherine Liu, a renowned cultural critic and professor, to unpack the complexities of trauma culture. They explore how trauma has become a dominant framework for understanding personal and societal challenges, and the potential consequences of this trend in both therapeutic and cultural spaces. Dr. Liu off…

In episode #129 Chris sits down with Dr. Eija-Liisa Rautiainen, PhD, an experienced trainer and practitioner of Open Dialogue. They explore the transformative potential of this approach in mental health care, its emphasis on dialogue, collaboration, and relational understanding, and how it offers a radical alternative to conventional psychiatric pr…

In episode #128 Chris engages in a wide ranging conversation with Celiane Camargo-Borges, an expert in design thinking and collaborative dialogues. Together, they explore how design thinking can be integrated into therapeutic practices to foster more innovative and inclusive conversations. This episode explores the intersection of design and therap…

In episode #127 Chris meets with Erin Segel & Julie Cho of Thick Press and they discuss the two-year project they have been working with over 200 collaborators in social work and family therapy; art and design; body work and witchery; organizing and education, and more, to create An Encyclopedia of Radical Helping, now on press and available for pr…

In episode #126 Chris meets with Whistler based narrative therapist Christine Dennstedt and they discuss journey’s through liminal space in therapy and the integration of psychedelics in psychotherapy. Christine's Website Pre-Order An Encyclopedia of Radical Helping HERE Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT …

In episode #125 Chris meets with Dr. Stephen Bacon and they discuss his work based on the research findings that therapy techniques have no inherent power. We explore his radical and provocative new direction, the insights of constructionism, and new ways of understanding therapeutic rituals, therapist charisma, and client-centered therapy. https:/…

In episode #124 Chris meets with long-time narrative therapist, writer, teacher and trainer, Stephen Madigan and they discuss his history in narrative therapy, the development of his narrative-informed relational interviewing approach, and the idea that relationships are relational and how that idea impacts the way we perceive and work with couples…

In episode #123 Chris meets with one of his early mentors Dr. Carmen Knudson-Martin and they discuss her development of Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy which addresses the micro-processes by which societal power processes play out in couple relationships, and her new book A Step-By-Step Guide to Socio-Emotional Relationship Therapy. A Step-By-…

In episode #122 Chris shares his favorite therapy book (that’s not a therapy book) of 2023. In this episode Chris highlights some of the ideas from Arturo Escobar’s Designs for the Pluriverse: Radical Interdependence, Autonomy, and the Making of Worlds that he found helpful and applicable to therapy. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Y…

In episode #121 Chris meets with Carol Halliwell and Ben Shannahan and they discuss their recent article Listening as Activism: Re-thinking Resilience and Justice Doing as a Response to Trauma. They discuss their ideas around therapeutic activism and the role of listening in shaping our responses to others and their stories. The Article: https://on…

In episode #120 Chris meets with his original narrative therapy supervisor David Marsten and they discuss David’s entry into narrative therapy, his recent book Narrative Therapy in Wonderland co-authored with David Epston and Laurie Markham, and his work with darkened landscapes when problems are impossible. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear fro…

In episode #119 Chris meets with Allan Holmgren and they discuss the early days of DISPUK, Allan’s relationship with Michael White, and the introduction of narrative therapy in Denmark. Chris also inquires about Allan’s approach in developing relational and narrative practices in management and organizational change. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to…

In episode #118 Chris meets with Lyndsay Reckson and they discuss revolutionary mothering, the transformative work of mothering, and how revolutionary mothers recreate and redefine the meaning of family and community despite facing socio-economic, political, and personal challenges. Lindsay's Contact Revolutionary Mothering: Love on the Front Lines…

In episode #117 Chris meets with Jessica Dore and they discuss her innovative approach to working with Tarot as a therapist. They also discuss her training in narrative therapy with Jill Freedman and Gene Combs and how this training has influenced her Tarot practice and meaning making. Jessica's Website Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you…

In episode #116 Chris meets with T.J. Demos and they discuss his new book Radical Futurisms. Ecologies of Collapse, Chronopolitics, and Justice-to-Come. In this episode they discuss what comes after end-of-world narratives, how we can win the world we want, and practices of imagining and intervening in the not-yet. Radical Futurisms. Ecologies of C…

In episode #115 Chris meets with Julie Tilsen, Kristen Benson, and David Nylund and they discuss their forthcoming chapter in The Routledge International Handbook of Postmodern Therapies which is titled Queering Therapeutic Conversations: More than “Affirmative” and Not Just for Queers. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http:/…

In episode #114 Chris meets with Cassie Thornton of the Feminist Economics Department (The FED) and they discuss The Hologram her viral, peer to peer feminist health network and how it builds the skills and relationships for the anti-capitalist struggle. Cassie's Substack: The Feminist Economics Department The Hologram Book Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We …

In episode #113 Chris meets with Shari Dunn and they discuss her recent Medium article The War on “Woke” is a War on Empathy, and it’s Working. They discuss what conservatives really mean when they use the word “woke,” and how to reclaim the narrative. The War on “Woke” is a War on Empathy, and It’s Working. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear fro…

In episode #112 Chris meets with Dr. Isaac Prilleltensky to discuss the book How People Matter, co-authored with his wife Ora Prilleltensky. They discuss the importance of mattering and why it effects health, happiness, love, work , and society, and how there can be a dark side to mattering, or rather not mattering. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to …

In episode #111 Chris meets with counselor and educator Joe Mageary to discuss how punk rock values and DIY ethos have informed his work and teaching and the parallels between punk culture and narrative therapy. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Website: http://www.theradicaltherapist.com/ Twitter: https:…

In episode #110 Chris meets with Hilary Kinavey about her new book, written with Dana Sturtevant, titled Reclaiming Body Trust: A Path to Healing & Liberation. A holistic and powerful framework for accepting and liberating our bodies, and ourselves. Center For Body Trust Reclaiming Body Trust: A Path to Healing & Liberation The Radical Therapist Pa…

In episode #109 Chris meets with Tom Strong, professor and counsellor-educator who recently retired from the University of Calgary. We discussed his writing on the collaborative, critical and practical potentials of discursive approaches to psychotherapy and critical mental health. Tom Strong's Website: https://wpsites.ucalgary.ca/tom-strong/ Chris…

In this episode, Host Martin Halliwell talks with Matteo Forgione P.E., Michael Mcleod P.Eng., and Andriy Kumanosky P.Eng. Forgione Engineering is handling all USA Feng Systems patents, including FeBTUcell and FeGeoWind, for the off-grid customers. Michael McLeod, P.Eng, handles Western Canada Teaming with Feng Systems FePatents with Greg Samchek B…

In episode #108 Chris meets with Dr. Lois Holzman and they discuss the history and development of social therapeutics, the dualism's and dichotomies that run rampant in psychology, and her latest project The Developmentalist: A Space for Everyday Developmental Dilemmas. Lois Holzman The Developmentalist EastSideInstitute.org Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We…

In episode #107 Chris meets with weaver, frontline responder, storyteller, and guide Deepa Iyer and they discuss the social change ecosystem framework, a tool to clarify values, identify roles, and support organizations, campaigns, and networks that are committed to solidarity, justice, and equity. https://www.socialchangemap.com/ Chris Hoff PhD, L…

Host Martin Halliwell talks with the Founder and Chairman of Cor-Tuf UHPC, Douglas Darling. Cor-Tuf UHPC is the only licensed producer of Cor-Tuf Ultra-High Performance Concrete in the United States and the world. The ultra-high performance concrete mix design is comprised largely of the same materials as traditional concrete. Cor-Tuf UHPC can be u…

Martin Halliwell, Value Engineering Expert, has a serious look at Golf Expert Matt Cook. Host Martin Halliwell was joined by Matt Cook, the Pull Hook podcast host and the Director of Agency at Mission Matters Media. Martin and Matt discussed cool things like the LIV Golf and creating golf money. Watch this Value Engineering Experts podcast episode …

In this episode, Host Martin Halliwell with Matt Janes, M.E.Sc, discussed The Bow Shoring; its background, geology, challenges, design philosophy, site progress, and lessons. This discussion was filmed in 2008. Matthew (Matt) Janes, M.E.Sc., P.Eng., MBA, has strong expertise in geotechnical engineering, geotechnical dynamics, geo-structural enginee…

In episode #106 Chris discusses the death of Mahsa Amini and the resulting protests with two therapists who have their own personal experiences with the morality police in Iran. Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Website: http://www.theradicaltherapist.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRadTherapist Inst…

In episode #105 Chris meets with AnaLouise Keating and they discuss the The Anzaldúan Theory Handbook a comprehensive investigation of the foundational theories, methods, and philosophies of Gloria E. Anzaldúa. https://www.dukeupress.edu/the-anzalduan-theory-handbook Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Webs…

In this episode, Host Martin Halliwell talks with Jim Kaylor, Principal Consultant at Durability Consultants, with co-hosts Sarah Taylor and Michael McLeod. They discuss the Dricrete' Shotcrete' application and the FeH20Loc CAD Illustrations. Durability Consultants is Factory Licensed to market, sell and service ISE Logik Concrete Admixtures, DriCr…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts podcast, Host Martin talks with David Lawn, M. Esc. & MEDA Engineer and Robert Higgins,Consultant - Product Development, Concrete related and a renowned USA Concrete Expert. They highlight the topic about enhancing the e5 colloidal silica systems. MEDA (Modern Engineering Design Associates) Limited w…

In episode #104 Chris meets with Abby Chow and they discuss Abby's journey and Reflecting on Justice, a mutual-aid/wealth redistribution-based membership program for therapists to unlearn systemic oppression, through community with other therapists. Reflecting on Justice - https://www.reflectingonjustice.com/ Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear fr…

Part two of the episode with Robert Higgins, Consultant - Product Development, Concrete related and a renowned USA Concrete Expert, with Michael Mcleod, David Burns, Rick Cuthbert and your host Martin Halliwell. They talk about the E5 concrete revolution. Robert has expertise in moisture-related concrete issues, having been involved with waterproof…

In episode #103 Chris meets with Meera Dhebar and they discuss Meera’s doctoral and how queer of colour cultural knowledge can better inform the work and education of queer of colour therapists, and of the counselling field in general. The conversation includes how she seeks to move beyond the current frameworks of LGBT competencies and gay affirmi…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts podcast, Robert Higgins, Consultant - Product Development, Concrete related and a renowned USA Concrete Expert, takes on all questions from a special panel of Feng experts with Host Martin Halliwell and Michael Mcleod asked questions related to MVER for flooring & e5 admixture .Robert also provides m…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts podcast, Rory Bosma, Independent Manufacturing Representative at Specification Products, talks about the success of E5 products and answers questions regarding the E5 revolution in USA markets and more questions relating to E5 from a special panel of Feng experts with Host Martin Halliwell, David Bur…

In episode #102 Chris meets with Ben Fineman and they discuss the history and principles of Deliberate Practice, therapist effectiveness, the myth of the 10,000 hour rule, how Deliberate Practice accounts for different approaches and theories, and finally, suggestions to implement these principles in your work, settings or lifelong learning. Sentio…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Host Martin Halliwell talks with Matteo Forgione, President at Forgione Engineering, Inc. Matteo is an entrepreneur with a passion for solving problems. He designs products and solves everyday problems with practical approaches using classical engineering coupled with the hottest technology.…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Host Martin Halliwell talks with Brendan Jakubowski , Senior Superintendent, Eastern Canada at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc., is a construction company in Canada, providing services to private and public sector clients across its three core segments of Infrastructure, Industrial, and Con…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Host Martin Halliwell talks with Tayber Yastremski, President at Sustainable Projects Group (SPG) . Tayber was born into the world of energy and sustainability growing up in a household of entrepreneurs and clean energy innovators. He was the youngest member in his community to present to co…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Host Martin Halliwell and Adam Torres talks about reducing the CO2 creation in the industry and implementing new techniques with his firm, Footprint Engineering. Discussing the firm’s commitment to designing and implementing low-carbon innovations, Martin explains that Footprint is a sustain…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Martin Halliwell talks to Charles Crans , Independent Geo-Structural Project Consultant at Charles G. Crans Geo-Structural Project Services. Charles has 35 years of experience in the Geo-Structural Contracting field. He is an experienced Heavy Civil Construction professional with a wide vari…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Martin Halliwell talks to Luke Shantz, President at Arcadian Projects and EO (Entrepreneurs Organization) Board Member. As a seasoned construction professional with over 25 years experience working in the commercial, industrial, and energy markets, Luke has worked within various manufacturin…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Martin Halliwell talks to Ashley Burk , B.Eng., LL.B. Founder of Burk Law PC. Ashley provides legal advice to Feng in the areas of patent and trademark law, IP licensing, and corporate law. Following many years of representing clients in a variety of industries, Ashley is able to advise on t…

In episode #101 Chris meets with Jennifer England, a coach who supports courageous leaders and teams to strengthen their potential as transformational agents of social change. In this episode they discuss how to navigate transition, uncertainty, difficult collaborations and uplevel bold and creative impact. Jennifer's Website Jennifer's IG Chris Ho…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Martin Halliwell talks to Shane O'Neill, Principal hydrogeologist at O'Neill Hydro-Geotechnical Engineering. Shane is a professionally registered senior hydrogeologist with expertise in all aspects of groundwater, from mine hydrogeology to water resources development, bottled water to geothe…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Martin Halliwell talks to Troy Issigonis, Geotechnical Engineer with Terrane Geotechnical Group Ltd. Troy is a Professional Engineer with more than 25 years of Geotechnical Engineering experience, primarily foundation and excavation support. This experience includes assisting with thousands …

In episode #100 Chris meets with Michael Morar and they discuss single session narrative therapy, the origins of single session therapy, the politics of single session therapy, and the mindset for single session therapy or "one at a time therapy." Chris Hoff PhD, LMFT We want to hear from you! Youtube: http://bit.ly/2i0DmaT Website: http://www.ther…

In this episode of The Value Engineering Experts Podcast, Martin Halliwell talks to Matthew Janes, M.E.Sc., MBA, P.Eng. Matthew has strong expertise in geotechnical engineering, geotechnical dynamics, geo-structural engineering and finite element analysis, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of the industry. He is a highly …