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This is a podcast for people who are curious about the world and themselves featuring talks and conversations presented by the Public Programs department of California Institute of Integral Studies, a non-profit university in San Francisco. Listen here or on your favorite podcast app to a diverse array of visionaries, artists, and scholars sharing compelling experiences, offering new perspectives, and expanding creative horizons.
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She Goes by Jane tells the stories of America's missing and unidentified women through episodes that honor women and their lives without focusing on gratuitous violence or perpetrators. Each episode features an original poem by Aimée Baker read by a special guest.
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We are a group of digital artist who talk about all things related to art and digital illustartion. We cover weekly topics about VFX, illustration and concept art in the main entertainment industry. We have guest including industry pros and tips and tricks to make you a better artist. Subscribe and never miss and episode.
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Kenyatta Uzzell, founder and CEO of POLIHIRE, talks with business leaders about what has elevated their careers. POLIHIRE has a longstanding track record of successfully recruiting top professionals to enhance the quality of life for all citizens, constituents and customers. Kenyatta’s Talent Hunt does a deep dive into how candidates reach the top of the selection process, examining everything from their education and backgrounds to their work experience and personal style. Kenyatta’s guests ...
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Thomas Hübl is a renowned teacher, author, and international facilitator who works within the complexity of systems and cultural change. In his most recent book, Attuned: Practicing Interdependence to…
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In 1998, an unidentified woman’s remains are found near a highway truck stop in Weatherford, Texas. It is believed that she died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound, but in the past 26 years no one has come forward to claim her. Today, little has been publicized about her case, making her one of the many unidentified women whose stories aren’t told. …
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*African-centered scholars often point to mindfulness and meditation as important practices for those of African ancestry to tend to their inner landscapes and heal from the harm of systemic and intern…
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Everyone knew Evelyn Throsby’s fifth husband wasn’t right for her. Everyone except Evelyn that is. But what they didn’t know was that he was a conman. He used his skills to isolate Evelyn from her friends and family, steal her money, and, ultimately, kill her while keeping everyone in the dark for months. Evelyn’s murder would go on to become a lan…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*The I Ching, also known as The Book of Changes, is a 3000-year-old Chinese divination text. Many use the I Ching as a tool for life guidance, spiritual practice, and ancestral connection. It is a reve…
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It’s 1946. Twenty-four year old Lola Celli is visiting her parents in Grandview Heights, Ohio when she decides to take a bus into Columbus to buy some nylons. But her neighbors don’t report seeing her on the morning bus nor is there any record of her making a purchase at the store she planned to visit. Is it possible that something happened to Lola…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*The seasons and cycles of nature have incredible power to affect everything in our lives—including our creativity. Author and poet Jacqueline Suskin’s latest book, A Year in Practice, is a seasonal gu…
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On the Fourth of July weekend in 1966, three young women head to Indiana Dunes State Park to enjoy the beach and swim in Lake Michigan. Despite the over 8000 other beach goers there that day, the women somehow vanish without a trace. They’re disappearances spawn many theories over the years, but none bring investigators closer to finding out what h…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*In this episode, CIIS professor and clinical psychologist Jason Butler and clinical psychologist Genesee Herzberg are joined by psychotherapist and mentor in the CIIS Center for Psychedelic Therapies …
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A serial killer sends investigators a series of notes, detailing his crimes. In them, he mentions a married woman who drove a white grand am. He claims he murdered her and that investigators should be able to use his clues to identify her. There’s one problem though, investigators can’t find any missing person or murder cases that match these clues…
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Welcome back to Digital Artcast! In this episode, we have the incredible Rembert Montald, an amazing illustrator and artist from Belgium. Known for his stunning work during his tenure at Riot Games, Rembert brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Now a successful freelance artist, he shares his journey, insights into the industry,…
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We are pleased to announce the release of the latest episode of Kenyatta’s Talent Hunt, our podcast focused on leadership, service, organizational management, recruitment, and retention. In this episode, Kenyatta talks with the incomparable Dr. Willie H. Clemons: Access Broker, Public Servant, Educator, Trusted Advisor and Author of This Is My Stor…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*The Zapatista movement emerging from Chiapas, Mexico over the past three decades has impacted people all over the world who struggle to liberate themselves from colonial capitalism and Cis-Heteropatia…
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In 1990, a mushroom hunter finds the burned skeletal remains of woman in rural Arkansas. Due to the brutal treatment of these remains by her killer, she will become known as Bone Woman, and, less often, as Benton County Jane Doe. In 2022, Benton County authorities make a major announcement. Using investigative genetic genealogy, they were able to i…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Dr. Lyla June is a renowned Indigenous musician, songwriter, poet, hip-hop artist, human ecologist, and community organizer. Her music and message center around intergenerational and inter-ethnic heal…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Sonya Renee Taylor is a world-renowned activist and thought leader on racial justice, body liberation, and transformational change. Her best-selling book, The Body Is Not an Apology, offers a radical …
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It’s June 1989 and Kansas is rocked by a series of attacks on young women. Twenty-four year old Terri Maness was found murdered in her townhouse and eleven days later 24 year old Joan Butler goes missing from her apartment. Just days after that, two roommates, Theresa Brown and Christine Rusch are abducted as well. These abductions spur a manhunt a…
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Welcome to Digital Artcast! In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented digital artist, Gavin Manners. Join us as we delve into Gavin's artistic journey, his unique approach to digital art, and the inspiration behind his captivating creations. Gavin is renowned for his innovative and breathtaking digital artwork. With a background in …
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Across what we now call California, Indigenous communities are fighting to protect and preserve languages, cultural practices, and ways of being.*In this episode, Two-Spirit Tongva/Ajachmem artist and…
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Summary In June 1989, Terri Maness is found murdered in her townhouse in Wichita Kansas. Over a week later and 200 miles away, Joan Butler doesn’t show up for work worrying her family and co-workers, but when they go to her apartment, she’s nowhere to be found. Initially, there’s nothing to connect these two cases, but within a week, investigators …
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Join us in this exciting episode as we sit down with the talented sculptor James W Cain! Known for his intricate and innovative work, James shares his journey, inspirations, and the creative process behind his stunning sculptures. 🌟James has established himself as a prominent figure in the world of sculpture, with a unique approach that blends trad…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Kai Cheng Thom grew up a Chinese Canadian transgender girl in a hostile world. As an activist, psychotherapist, conflict mediator, and spiritual healer, she's always pursued the same deeply personal m…
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On this special episode of Kenyatta's Talent Hunt, host Kenyatta Uzzell, speaks with Renee Hall. Renee is a nationally respected leader in the fields of first responders. During this conversation she shares the tragedy of her late father’s unsolved murder in Detroit along with her challenges as triumphs as she rose through the ranks to become the f…
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In 1979 the body of a woman was found on or under a porch in North Camden, New Jersey. Years later, her skull is found in another residence. Despite this shocking find, little information is known about her. This week we try to shine light on her story and the factors that have worked against her identification. This week our guest reader is Shay M…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*The planet is burning and flooding, divisions and conflicts between people are on the rise, and we’re are all processing the collective trauma of a global pandemic. Among therapists and healers, burno…
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Though Dr. Sneha Philip, who lived just blocks from the World Trade Center, is last seen on September 10th, she is added to the list of 9/11 victims. That is until the NYPD starts investigating her personal history and this investigation leads to her removal. Over the years her family fights for her to be recognized as one of the victims and, in 20…
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Join us in this exciting episode of Digital Artcast as we sit down with the incredibly talented Timothée Mathon! Timothée, an experienced artist in the gaming industry, shares his journey, insights, and tips for aspiring artists. We dive into his career, creative process, and the challenges of the art world.💬 Topics Covered:AI Art & Why it's not a …
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*In his latest book, Grounded, James Canton recounts his journey into the places where our ancestors experienced profound emotion—otherwise known as numinous experiences—to help us better understand wh…
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New York City, September 10th, 2001. The day before the attacks on the World Trade Center is a day when most New York City residents are going about their regular business. The same was true for Dr. Sneha Philip who left her Battery Park apartment that evening to run some errands. It wasn’t unusual for her to spend the night out in the city, but wh…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Healing doesn’t happen in isolation, and one of the best ways to move past individual trauma is through connection and community—healing ourselves and one another.*In this episode, wellness coach and …
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In December 1990, a woman accidentally drowned in the Passaic River in New Jersey. Despite these tragic circumstances, her story garners little media attention. She becomes one of the tens of thousands of individuals who are currently unidentified in the United States. Researchers call these tens of thousands of unidentified our “silent mass disast…
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In this episode of Kenyatta’s Talent Hunt, host POLIHIRE founder and CEO Kenyatta Uzzell, has an in-depth and personal conversation with Nicole Del Toro, Founder and President of Andrews & Cole. Having worked together for many years Kenyatta and Nicole share stories of their early years in the recruiting field and talk about developing a passion fo…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*What is the role of holistic and spiritual wisdom in social justice education? How do we address the disconnect between our social justice aspirations and institutions that are mired in bureaucratic p…
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On March 22, 2011, employees at Dr. Promila Mehta-Paul’s medical office arrive and get ready for another busy day of patients and appointments. There’s one problem? The Doctor never arrives. Always reliable and communicative, they know it’s unlikely that she wouldn’t have called if something came up and soon they, along with Promila’s family and fr…
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Join us on this episode of Digital Artcast as we sit down with Ryan Locke, the visionary Head of Centre for Excellence in Computer Games Education at Abertay University. With a career dedicated to shaping the future of game design education, Ryan shares his insights on how the curriculum is evolving to ensure students not only thrive but also stay …
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*How do ordinary people with busy lives leverage our actions in support of liberation, justice, and authentic connection? How can activists and social change-makers avoid burning out? How does the body…
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At 3:30am, a 13-year-old Deanna Merryfield shows up at her uncle’s trailer and wakes her twin who is sleeping inside. The two talk for just a moment before Deanna, startled by her uncle waking up, bolts. This is the last confirmed time she was seen alive. Since 1990, the year she disappeared, until now, there are a few clues that she might be out t…
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Get ready to dive into the creative world of Jason Scheier, a visionary Production Designer at Paramount Pictures, renowned for his work on iconic projects like Transformers One🌟 About Jason:A seasoned Production Designer, Art Director, and instructor, Jason holds a BS in Animation and Illustration from The Art Institute of Ca. His journey through …
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Today we are excited to announce that we are returning to a weekly episode release schedule, so please make sure to subscribe and look for a new release from us each week starting with the next one fe…
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In 1952, a man comes across the burned body of a woman in Cottonwood Gulch, just outside of Black Hawk, Colorado. He returns to this site several times before reporting what he found to the sheriff’s office, a fact that will immediately cloud his actions in suspicion. Without any identifying information, she becomes known as Maria to some, or more …
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*How do we grieve our losses? How can we care for our spirits? Immigrant daughter, novice chaplain, bereaved friend, and author Chenxing Han explores these searing questions in her latest book One Long…
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Perhaps you’ve seen the photo before. A young woman with her hands bound, tape over her mouth, laying in the back of a van with a similarly bound little boy. This photo has, for better or worse, become synonymous with the case of Tara Calico, a 19 year old young woman who disappeared while riding her bicycle in New Mexico in 1988. But beyond that p…
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In 2023, as waves of layoffs swept through the concept art community, James recognized a pressing need for artists to fortify their careers with a solid understanding of business, finance, and strategy. Thus, The Artefact Community was born—a free platform uniting passionate artists who aspire to navigate the entertainment art industry with wisdom …
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In 1977, a young female hitchhiker catches a ride from a man who offers to bring her to her home. Within an hour, the man murders her and leaves her body to be found by a group of blackberry pickers a few days later. She has no identification on her. Though it’s not long before they pinpoint him as the murderer, but he doesn’t know her name. Invest…
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Welcome to another episode of Digital Artcast, where we delve into the vibrant world of indie game development! Today, we have the pleasure of chatting with Renee Gittins, the ingenious mind behind the captivating indie game *Potions: A Curious Tale*, and the Creative Director at Stumbling Cat based in Seattle.Renee's journey into the gaming indust…
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Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes (see below) properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description.*Non-binary therapist, certified sex therapist, and transgender diversity and inclusion educator Rae McDaniel has spent decades exploring gender. Their recent book, Gender Magic, is a first-of-its-kind…
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In 1968, the body of a young woman was found in rural Pennsylvania. She’d been shot to death. Months later, another young woman is found just a few miles away. Their only connection? They wore the same leather sandals. It will take nearly fifty years and an online database dedicated to missing and unidentified persons to identify who they are. But …
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In this episode of Kenyatta’s Talent Hunt, host Kenyatta Uzzell, has an in depth and personal conversation with Fairfax County, Virginia, Fire Chief John Butler. Chief Butler shares both the high points and the struggles of his journey, offering a look at how he immersed himself in every aspect of his trade. Kenyatta and Chief Butler explore the ch…
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In this insightful episode of Digital Artcast, we dive deep into the world of creativity and artistry with the talented Tim Kaminski. Returning for his second appearance on the show, Tim shares his invaluable perspectives on the human side of being an artist, navigating the current industry landscape, and grappling with the challenges posed by rece…
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From the streets of Baltimore to the historic leadership position as the first black combatant commander of the United States, General Retired William Kip Ward's journey is a testament to the power of mentorship and service. As Kenyatta Uzzell sits across from General Ward, his father-in-law, he ventures into a dialogue that paints a vivid picture …
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