Best Ellen Bintz Podcasts (2024)

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Scorching Reality: Confronting Extreme Heat in the U.S. 25:43

35m ago25:43

25:43

This week we dive deep into the causes, impacts and implications of the extreme heatwave currently gripping the United States. We explore the devastating effects of record-breaking temperatures being felt across the country, with over 100 million people been placed under heat alerts. We learn about the causes, such as the creation of heat domes and…

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Microplastic Menace: Understanding and Tackling Microplastic Pollution 24:01

6d ago24:01

24:01

Welcome to Impact!, where this week, hosts Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson delve into the alarming presence of microplastics in our environment and their potential health impacts for humans and animals. Microplastics, tiny particles less than five millimeters in size, have infiltrated our air, water, and food, raising serious health concerns. Researc…

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Ageism Unveiled: Addressing Discrimination Against the Elderly 31:03

13d ago31:03

31:03

Join us as we kick off the second season of our podcast with a deep dive into the pervasive issue of ageism, particularly as it affects older people. In this episode, we explore the growing demographic of individuals aged 60 and over, the unique challenges they face, and the often-overlooked discrimination against them in various facets of life, fr…

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Myanmar's Struggle: Ethnic Conflicts and Humanitarian Crisis 25:31

1M ago25:31

25:31

In today's episode, we take a deep dive into the escalating violence in Myanmar, particularly focusing on the persecution of ethnic minorities, including the Rohingya. With over three million people displaced due to conflict, we explore the historical and current context of Myanmar's turmoil and the long-standing ethnic conflicts that continue to r…

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Africa Day 2024 Beyond Borders: Unleashing Africa's Global Potential 27:42

2M ago27:42

27:42

Welcome to the latest episode of Impact!, in which we take a deep dive into the profound significance, challenges and opportunities facing Africa as we mark Africa Day, celebrated this year on May 25. Join us as we explore the transformative role Africa is playing in global geopolitics, its unique opportunities, such as being resource-rich and home…

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Understanding the Refugee Crisis in Lebanon 21:49

2M ago21:49

21:49

In this edition of Impact!, Ellen and Clive delve into the complex and often overlooked issue of Lebanon's refugee crisis. They discuss potential focal points for healing through our intentions and prayers, including compassionate treatment of refugees, a swift international response, smart diplomacy, and peaceful resolutions to conflicts involving…

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The Power of the Priestesses (Part 2)–Earth Healing and Light Holding with Sabine Engelhardt 37:23

2M ago37:23

37:23

In the second part of her conversation with Clive, Earth healer and retreat founder Sabine Engelhardt describes how going off grid involves getting away from romantic ideas about nature. While there's great value just being with nature, we need to get our hands dirty for our intuition to be fully reawakened. Sabine shares her fear that humanity is …

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A Deep Dive into the US Campus Protests Sparked by the Gaza Conflict 28:36

2M ago28:36

28:36

In this insightful episode, we explore the recent wave of campus protests across the United States, ignited by the ongoing conflict in Gaza. We delve into student responses to the crisis, specifically looking at campuses of prestigious universities like Columbia University and Yale. We offer a neutral examination of both pro-Israel and pro-Palestin…

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The Power of the Priestesses (Part 1)–Earth Healing and Light Holding with Sabine Engelhardt 35:20

2M ago35:20

35:20

In the first of an absorbing two-part conversation, Clive chats to Sabine Engelhardt, whose remarkable calling prompted her to leave her career in architecture to discover a sacred cave on the Croatian island of Brač, and to found a unique retreat center that honours our connection with the Earth and our innate but often forgotten ability to sense …

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Vaccinating the World 20:22

2M ago20:22

20:22

In this special episode, as we approach the end of World Immunisation Week, we take a special look at how the world is performing in terms of vaccinating its people. This month also marks the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), which was created by the World Health Assembly with the aim of vaccinati…

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How to be Mindful when Bad Things Happen–Brother Dave 44:12

3M ago44:12

44:12

This week Ellen talks to Zen teacher Brother Dave Kenneally, aka the Marine Monk, whose practice and study as an ordinand in the tradition of the late Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s Order of Interbeing spans more than twenty years. Brother Dave and Ellen talk about how to respond to hearing bad news in a mindful way, the exhaustion of near constant e…

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Unraveling the Conflict Between Armenia and Azerbaijan 19:46

3M ago19:46

19:46

Join hosts Ellen Benz and Clive Johnson as they delve into the roots of the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, exploring the history, on-going tensions, and geopolitical intricacies of the long-standing conflict between the two former Soviet states. The countries’ principal dispute concerns the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh, a mountainous and he…

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Earth Vessels with Judith Tripp 33:32

3M ago33:32

33:32

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome the gifted teacher, pilgrimage leader, psychotherapist, spiritual counsellor, and musician Judith Tripp, who talks to Ellen about her deep work with women to embrace the Divine Feminine, and in leading ministries focused on healing our Mother Earth. Judith talks about a calling that she has shared with ot…

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Israeli-Iranian Relations: Historical Perspectives and Future Implications 23:20

3M ago23:20

23:20

Join hosts Ellen and Clive as they navigate the convoluted history and current tensions between Iran and Israel in this special episode. We dive into the geopolitical, ideological, and historical factors that have shaped the Iranian-Israeli relationships, providing a comprehensive primer into the roots of the rivalry, analyzing the key periods that…

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Global Healing Response: Our Connection and Responsibility Towards Earth 35:35

3M ago35:35

35:35

In this special episode, as Global Healing Response moves its attention from water to Earth and as Earth Day approaches, we take a look at our vital dependency on and responsibility for caring for the element called earth – the hard, solid constituent of our planet that includes rocks, the soil, sands, and the great, shifting tectonic plates that m…

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Focused Intentions–Tajiks in Russia, ISIS-K and Backlash to the Crocus City Hall Attack 27:20

3M ago27:20

27:20

In this special deep dive, we take a look at the rise in xenophobia against Tajik nationals living in Russia following the attack on the Crocus City Hall in Moscow last month. We explore the reasons why Tajiks have been linked with the jihadist group ISIS-K, and the prevalence of discrimination against ethnic groups in Russia both before and after …

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News from around the world this week (week ending 29 March 2024)–Topics for intention and intercession 25:38

4M ago25:38

25:38

Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention As the full horror of the alleged Islamic State terrorist attack in Moscow last Friday becomes known, we think especially of those g…

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News from around the world this week (week ending 22 March 2024)–Topics for intention and intercession 29:07

4M ago29:07

29:07

Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention As UNICEF warns that approaching 4 million children are thought to suffer malnourishment in Sudan, and millions of displaced people …

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David Ash–Science and the Supernatural (Part 2) 26:25

4M ago26:25

26:25

Continuing our conversation with David Ash, visionary physicist and prolific author, to probe into how the concept of superenergy may help explain supernatural phenomena. David takes us deeper into understanding the physics that underpins his thinking, as we open up to considering the potential for so-called “miracles” to occur in a dimension where…

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May The Fourth Be With You–World Labyrinth Day 2024 Preview with Carmel Stabley and Ellen Bintz 30:56

4M ago30:56

30:56

As this year’s World Labyrinth Day approaches, Ellen catches up with Carmel Stabley, Vice President of Community and Regional Representative Co-ordinator for The Labyrinth Society. Carmel gives a fascinating outline of the history and purpose of this annual event and focus for global intention holding, including a 24-hour marathon that took place a…

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News from around the world this week (week ending 15 March 2024)–Topics for intention and intercession 29:37

4M ago29:37

29:37

Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention In a week in which we especially remember the role played by courageous women in affecting change, we suggest keeping those brave so…

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Prayer and Intention Briefing (Deep Dive)–Haiti 19:59

4M ago19:59

19:59

Today, as violence continues in the small Caribbean nation of Haiti and its Prime Minister Ariel Henry announces that he will step down from office, we take a deep dive to understand the history, circumstances and politics that have brought about the rise of criminal gangs in the country and led to deep opposition to Henry's government. As we broad…

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David Ash–Science and the Supernatural (Part 1) 37:16

4M ago37:16

37:16

We’re thrilled to welcome back David Ash, visionary physicist and prolific author, to probe into how the concept of superenergy may help explain supernatural phenomena. David takes us deeper into understanding the physics that underpins his thinking, as we open up to considering the potential for so-called “miracles” to occur in a dimension where t…

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News from Around the world this week–Topics for intention and intercession 31:00

4M ago31:00

31:00

Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention The appalling crisis in Gaza where babies are dying of malnutrition has really pulled at our heart strings this week. We suggest hol…

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News from Around the world this week–Topics for intention and intercession 34:15

4M ago34:15

34:15

Join us for a look at news stories from around the world this week, some of which may not be making the headlines where you are, as we consider where and how we might focus our intentions and prayers. Shared intention As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza endangers the lives of millions, let us redouble our focus on the peace talks in Qatar aimed at b…

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Offering Intention With Insight Timer–The Power of Eight On An App 56:46

5M ago56:46

56:46

This week, Clive shares his experience of hosting daily intention sending sessions on the Insight Timer app. He talks about the power of collective intention shared by people who never physically see and speak to each other, and the challenges and joys of holding intention when not knowing who may come online means that having a “beginner’s mind” a…

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Global Healing Response – Water. Intentions And intercession For A World Reliant On Water 38:14

5M ago38:14

38:14

This week, Ellen talks us through the importance of water as a focus for our intentions and prayers, not only for the health and survival of human beings, but for wider life, maintaining peace, and our planet as a whole. The many ways that water impacts lif on Earth is staggering, and it's no wonder that Ellen has chosen this topic as the focus the…

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Rob Meyer-Kukan – Sound Baths, Singing Bowls and Intention 45:32

5M ago45:32

45:32

This week, we had an uplifting time talking with Ann Arbor-based educator, musician and multi-disciplinary therapist Rob Meyer-Kukan. Rob is the owner at 7 Notes Natural Health in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where he applies his extensive skill set and anatomical background to help people to hear, see, and feel true wellness through work with the body. He…

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Global Healing Response in 2024 – Our Planet 43:13

5M ago43:13

43:13

This week, we take time to talk about the chosen theme for Global Healing Response this year – Our Planet. Ellen introduces the theme, and points out some of the many resources that are available to support intention holding and facilitated events through the Global Healing Response website. Websites, people and organizations mentioned in this epis…

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Holocaust Memorial Day and Genocide Today 35:32

6M ago35:32

35:32

This week, ahead of several major commemorations of The Holocaust this weekend, we turn our attention to the evil of genocide, and its continuing prevalence in the world nearly eighty years since the fall of the Nazis. Ellen shares a touching story of Holocaust heroism and survival from her own family. We also offer our regular update on news stori…

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David Ash–Superenergy, Science and Spirit (Part 2); US Veterans' Mental Health 1:17:52

6M ago1:17:52

1:17:52

This week, we’re thrilled to welcome back David Ash, visionary physicist and prolific author, for a continued chat on the nature of energy, where quantum physics is heading, and more. David draws on his decades of thinking and experience, offering imaginative analogies and down-to-earth language make even some hard concepts in science very easy to …

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David Ash–Superenergy, Science and Spirit (Part 1); Uneasy peace between Venezuela and Guyana 55:42

6M ago55:42

55:42

This week, we’re thrilled to talk to visionary physicist David Ash, whose baptism into the world of quantum physics came at the tender age of 6! David’s groundbreaking work has been presented at the Royal Institution in London, and been presented to non-academic audiences through a prolific writing and lecture career that has seen have travel the w…

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Chris Katzenmeyer on intentions from the heart; Artificial Intelligence – risks and opportunities 54:20

6M ago54:20

54:20

This week, we talk to Chris Katzenmeyer, Director of the Legacy Labyrinth Project, a former board member of Veriditas, and a pioneer in the field of applying intention through contemplative practice. Drawing on Chris’s rich knowledge, intuition, and experience, we receive a wonderful 101 grounding in the basics of intention, while learning about th…

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Looking Back–Gratitude and Answered Prayers 42:30

7M ago42:30

42:30

As one year draws to a close, we look back on many answered prayers and intentions, taking time to give thanks and enjoy the feeling of gratitude. We also dip into the nature of gratitude and why it’s important to practice regularly. As it’s been called, gratitude is “nature’s anti-depressant,” having a proven effect on our mood. Websites, people a…

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Wanderer and Wonderer–Clive’s Coming of Age 1:14:56

7M ago1:14:56

1:14:56

As we conclude our introductions, Ellen takes turns to interview Clive about his inspirations, hopes and projects, past and present. He talks about where his spiritual journey has taken him, and why he believes that many new discoveries in science serve to support rather than undermine the teachings of many faith traditions. In the news, storms swe…

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Legacies and Learnings–Ellen’s Inspirations 1:16:50

7M ago1:16:50

1:16:50

This week, Ellen talks about how a growing appreciation of the power of collective healing through pioneering initiatives she began or co-founded supporting prisoner rehabilitation, embracing communal labyrinth walking, and responding to global emergencies. She shares what her working with intention has taught her, and talks about her hopes for the…

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Welcome to Impact! 43:53

7M ago43:53

43:53

In our very first episode, we introduce ourselves and talk about our hopes for a podcast that’s dedicated to making a difference in the world. Alongside reflecting upon news stories that have captured our attention for sending intention, prayer and healing, we talk more generally about both the science and the practice of why we believe that, toget…

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Impact! Show Trailer 1:56

7M ago1:56

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