The Digital Introverts podcast is a show where introverts share their success and failure stories and discuss how they thrive in the digital age. Host Godwin Chan and his guests chat about introversion as it relates to technology, culture, the future of work, mental health, leadership, and everything in between. This show is for introverts from all walks of life who are ready to just start and scale their next venture, whether it's a creative hobby, side hustle, small business, or startup.
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What should future schools look like? How do brains learn? Some of the world's greatest educators, researchers, and community leaders share their stories and visions onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world. You can also download these and many other videos free on TED.com, with an interactive English transcript and subtitles in up to 80 languages. TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading.
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How to design a school for the future | Punya Mishra
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In all the conversations about improving education for children, the voices of students, teachers and community members are often left out. Educational designer Punya Mishra offers a method to shift that paradigm, taking us through new thinking on the root of success (and failure) at school -- and how a totally new, different kind of educational sy…
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The rise of the "trauma essay" in college applications | Tina Yong
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As if college applications aren't stressful enough, disadvantaged youth are often encouraged to write about their darkest traumas in their admissions essays, creating a marketable story of resilience that turns "pain into progress," says politics student Tina Yong. She brings this harrowing norm to light, exploring its harms and offering a more equ…
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How video games can level up the way you learn | Kris Alexander
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Video games naturally tap into the way we learn: they focus our attention and track our progress as we head toward a clear goal. Kris Alexander, a professor of video game design and passionate gamer himself, thinks the same elements should be used in traditional education to cater to different learning styles and engage students across the world, b…
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Reviving the legacy of the Black teaching tradition | Sharif El-Mekki
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Educator Sharif El-Mekki advocates for the revival of the Black teaching tradition — a set of educational practices grounded in philosophies, values and actions that stretch from pre-colonial Africa to historical African American leaders. He posits that this tradition can help teachers better serve Black students and create a more equitable learnin…
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How Black queer culture shaped history | Channing Gerard Joseph
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Names like Bayard Rustin, Frances Thompson and William Dorsey Swann have been largely erased from US history, but they and other Black queer leaders played central roles in monumental movements like emancipation, civil rights and LGBTQ+ pride, among others. In this tribute to forgotten icons, queer culture historian and TED Fellow Channing Gerard J…
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The board game getting kids excited about school | Joel Baraka
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Going to school in a refugee camp can be complicated: students encounter crowded classrooms, rigid curricula and limited access to teachers. Joel Baraka, who grew up in the Kyangwali refugee camp in Uganda, is determined to change that for the better. He shows how educational board games can be a fun and effective way to improve access to learning …
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How play helps a kid's brain grow | Jesse Ilhardt
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A little bit of playtime can have big benefits for a child's developing brain, like a superfood -- but adult participation is a crucial ingredient for best results. Early-education leader Jesse Ilhardt makes the case for you to put down the phone, pick up the make-believe tea cup (or that blanket-superhero cape) and take the time to experiment with…
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The most powerful yet overlooked resource in schools | Heejae Lim
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"When teachers and families work together, everyone wins," says education technology entrepreneur and TED Fellow Heejae Lim. She shines a light on an underutilized resource in US public education -- a family's love for their children -- and shows that, with the right tools and tech, schools can remove language barriers, foster meaningful connection…
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How schools can nurture every student's genius | Trish Millines Dziko
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Forget home economics and standardized tests, education visionary Trish Millines Dziko has a much more engaging and fulfilling way for students to develop real-world skills. Get schooled by Dziko as she shares how project-based learning can transform public education and unlock genius for the next generation of critical thinkers, problem solvers, i…
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The mission to safeguard Black history in the US | Julieanna L. Richardson
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Black history in the US is rich, profound -- and at risk of being lost forever, if not for the monumental efforts of Julieanna L. Richardson. As the founder of The HistoryMakers -- the largest national archive of African American video-oral history -- Richardson shares some of the unknown and incredible legacies of Black America, highlighting the i…
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What Wikipedia teaches us about balancing truth and beliefs | Katherine Maher
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Even with public trust at an all-time low, Wikipedia continues to maintain people's confidence. How do they do it? Former CEO of Wikimedia Foundation Katherine Maher delves into the transparent, adaptable and community-building ways the online encyclopedia brings free and reliable information to the public -- while also accounting for bias and diff…
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My long walk across India for women's freedom | Srishti Bakshi
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There are 600 million women in India -- yet they are rarely seen outdoors after sunset because of safety concerns like harassment and catcalls. On a mission to create safer public spaces, women's rights advocate Srishti Bakshi talks about how she embarked on a 2,300-mile walk across the length of India (a distance equivalent to traveling from New Y…
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Ukraine's fight to keep educating its children | Zoya Lytvyn
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The Russian invasion of Ukraine has destroyed so much -- including hundreds of schools, where the country's children were forging their futures -- but it has not stopped Ukrainians from pursuing knowledge and curiosity. In a deeply moving talk, education leader Zoya Lytvyn shares her first-hand experience evacuating Kyiv and takes us inside the ong…
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The creativity and community behind fanfiction | Cecilia Aragon
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The wildly diverse, thoughtful and hilarious world of fanfiction -- where writers reimagine favorite stories like "Harry Potter," "Pokémon," "My Little Pony" and more -- is ever-growing and becoming a vital social and learning tool. Author, professor and fanfiction writer Cecilia Aragon has observed how this incredible outlet for creativity encoura…
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Education is a fundamental right for every child | Makhtoum Abdalla
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For children growing up in refugee camps, education is a powerful tool of liberation. In this inspiring talk, Makhtoum Abdalla, displaced as a child in Sudan and now living with his family in the Otash camp in Darfur, shares his biggest dream: to ensure all children are educated and taught the skills needed to become "captains of their destiny."…
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3 ways to lower the barriers to higher education | Adrian K. Haugabrook
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Less than seven percent of people worldwide have a bachelor's degree -- and for many, this is simply because the cost of university is too high, says higher education executive Adrian K. Haugabrook. In this barrier-breaking talk, he introduces an innovative approach to expanding access to higher education by driving down costs and rethinking three …
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The dream of educating Afghan girls lives on | Shabana Basij-Rasikh
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In this deeply moving talk, educator Shabana Basij-Rasikh shares the harrowing story of evacuating more than 250 students, staff and family members from the School of Leadership, Afghanistan (SOLA) -- the country's first and only all-girls boarding school -- to Rwanda after the Taliban took power in 2021. An exceptional story of hope, resilience an…
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A program to empower Black teachers in the US | Larry Irvin
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TED Fellow and education innovator Larry Irvin envisions a world where every child can see themselves reflected in their teachers. With his team at Brothers Empowered to Teach, Irvin is providing pathways to careers in education for Black men, who currently make up less than three percent of all teachers in the US -- offering training, personal and…
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A close-to-home solution for accessible childcare | Chris Bennett
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Childcare needs a transformation -- but rather than investing billions in new buildings and schools, what if we could unlock the potential of people already nearby? Entrepreneur Chris Bennett offers an innovative way to tackle the shortage of childcare worldwide and connect families to safe, affordable and high-quality options in their own communit…
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Karim Abouelnaga is a TED Fellow and founder and CEO of Practice Makes Perfect, a summer school opportunity that helps narrow the education gap for low-income children. Through his work, Karim shows how small business owners can have a big impact.By The Hartford
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3 myths about racism that keep the US from progress | Candis Watts Smith
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Racism morphs, spreading and hiding behind numerous half-truths and full-blown falsities about where it lives and who embodies it. In this actionable talk, political scientist Candis Watts Smith debunks three widely accepted myths about racism in the US and calls for a nuanced, more expansive definition to support this new era of anti-racist action…
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How dirt bikes and STEM ignite ingenuity in Baltimore | Brittany Young
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Dirt biking is more than just a pastime -- it's an opportunity to disrupt the cycle of poverty and provide enriching STEM education, says TED Fellow Brittany Young. In this perspective-shifting talk, she shares how her team is working with students and street riders to create safe spaces, transferable skills and community.…
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Women and girls, you are part of the climate solution | Rumaitha Al Busaidi
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What does gender equality have to do with climate change? A lot more than you might think. Empowering women and girls around the world is one of the most important ways to combat carbon pollution and is projected to reduce CO2-equivalent gases by a total of 80 billion tons. Entrepreneur, scientist and TED Fellow Rumaitha Al Busaidi looks at why wom…
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The exploitation of US college athletes | Tim Nevius
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Colleges and universities in the US make billions of dollars each year from sports, compromising the health and education of athletes -- who are disproportionately Black -- in the name of money, power and pride. Sports lawyer and former NCAA investigator Tim Nevius exposes how the system exploits young talent and identifies fundamental reforms need…
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Online learning could change academia -- for good | Tyler Dewitt
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Higher education remains rooted in rigid, traditional structures and tracks -- and it's at risk of getting left behind in favor of expanded access, greater flexibility and tailored learning. Educator Tyler DeWitt explains how innovations in digital content and virtual reality are ushering in the future of learning, emphasizing why academia must ada…
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Technology can't fix inequality -- but training and opportunities could | 'Gbenga Sesan
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Centuries of inequality can't be solved with access to technology alone -- we need to connect people with training and support too, says tech inclusionist 'Gbenga Sesan. Sharing the work behind the Paradigm Initiative, a social enterprise in Nigeria that's empowering young people with digital resources and skills, Sesan details a vision for creatin…
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Episode 23: Boost Your Sales With Psychology With Jamie Martin
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Episode 23 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Jamie Martin. He's an award-winning sales professional as the Managing Director and Founder of Correct Careers Coaching, as well as an author, podcast host, and speaker. Correct Careers Coaching is a modern sales training and sales strategy business. Jamie is passionate about sales strategy and …
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What COVID-19 revealed about US schools -- and 4 ways to rethink education | Nora Flanagan
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The abrupt shift to online learning due to COVID-19 rocked the US education system, unearthing many of the inequities at its foundation. Educator Nora Flanagan says we can reframe this moment as an opportunity to fix what's long been broken for teachers, students and families -- and shares four ways schools can reinvent themselves for a post-pandem…
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Why should you read Toni Morrison's "Beloved"? | Yen Pham
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Two tiny handprints stamped into a cake. A mirror that shatters without warning. A trail of cracker crumbs strewn along the floor. Everyone at 124 Bluestone Road knows their home is haunted— but there's no mystery about the spirit tormenting them. So begins "Beloved," Toni Morrison's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama. Yen Pham digs into the novel's expl…
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Episode 22: Finding Your Dream Career With Raj Subrameyer
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Episode 22 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Raj Subrameyer. He’s an international keynote speaker, author, and tech career coach who helps people land their dream job and become successful leaders. He has helped countless individuals discover their zone of genius and leverage it to live a life they love. Raj is a sought-after speaker at v…
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Episode 21: How to Be More Productive Online With Stacey Harmon
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Episode 21 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Stacey Harmon. She’s a productivity coach and top Evernote Certified Consultant who specializes in helping disorganized and unproductive people get their lives in order with Evernote. Through her digital guides and training programs, Stacey shows busy people how to take back control of their dig…
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Episode 20: Becoming an Introverted Entrepreneur With Nicholas Kimble
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Episode 20 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Nicholas Kimble, an African-American Gen Z ecommerce entrepreneur. Nick started his first business at 16, Eterno Co. - a personalized watch wear company that constructs individualized timepieces that can withstand the test of time. Outside of work, he focuses on activities that improve health, m…
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Lessons on leaving the world better than you found it | Sophie Howe
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Sophie Howe is the world's only future generations commissioner, a new kind of government official tasked with advocating for the interests of generations to come and holding public institutions accountable for delivering long-term change. She describes some of the people-focused policies she's helped implement in Wales, aimed at cutting carbon emi…
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Why we must confront the painful parts of US history | Hasan Kwame Jeffries
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To move forward in the United States, we must look back and confront the difficult history that has shaped widespread injustice. Revisiting a significant yet overlooked piece of the past, Hasan Kwame Jeffries emphasizes the need to weave historical context, no matter how painful, into our understanding of modern society -- so we can disrupt the con…
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Episode 19: Finding Your Career Passions With Jeremy Largo-Afonso
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Episode 19 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Jeremy Largo-Afonso. He has served as a Vice President of Student Affairs for IGNITE Student Union at Humber College's North Campus in Toronto, Ontario. He has actively taken on initiatives to benefit students through career development, academic advocacy with Humber College leadership, and help…
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Activism, changemakers and hope for the future | Malala Yousafzai
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Education activist (and recent Oxford graduate) Malala Yousafzai reflects on the defining moments of her life, how she balances passion with personhood and where the world finds itself during the COVID-19 crisis. With humor and humility, she shares her dreams of seeing social progress in her lifetime, explains why girls education advocacy must not …
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Episode 18: Podcasting and Brand Building for Introverts With James Mulvany
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Episode 18 of the Digital Introverts podcast features James Mulvany. He is a successful entrepreneur, and over the past ten years, has built multiple internet companies plus a property portfolio and has made a range of angel investments in startups. Having actually never had a job in his life, James started his first business when leaving school. H…
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Episode 17: How Introverts Can Excel at Communication With Mei Phing Lim
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Episode 17 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Mei Phing Lim. She is the founder of Got A Phing and a passionate advocate of youth leadership. Having been recognised as a high performer and fast-tracked to senior positions in multiple global multi-national companies whilst only in her 20s, nowadays, Mei Phing coaches young high-performing ex…
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A path to higher education and employment for refugees | Chrystina Russell
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Out of the more than 70 million displaced people worldwide, only three percent have access to higher education. The Global Education Movement (GEM) is on a mission to change that with the first large-scale initiative of its kind to help refugee learners get bachelor's degrees and create pathways toward employment. Hear from students and the program…
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Episode 16: Why Personality Isn't Permanent With Dr. Benjamin Hardy
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Episode 16 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Dr. Benjamin Hardy. He is an organizational psychologist and bestselling author of Willpower Doesn’t Work. His blogs have been read by over 100 million people and are featured on Forbes, Fortune, CNBC, Cheddar, Big Think, and many others. He is a regular contributor to Inc. and Psychology Today,…
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Episode 15: Managing Burnout With Hamza Khan
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Episode 15 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Hamza Khan, a multi-award-winning marketer, best-selling author, and global keynote speaker. He is a top-rated educator, serial entrepreneur, and respected thought leader whose insights have been featured by notable media outlets such as VICE, Business Insider, and The Globe and Mail. Hamza dedi…
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Episode 14: Connecting Creators and Fans With Mahesh Vellanki
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Episode 14 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Mahesh Vellanki. An expert in ecommerce and marketplace growth, Mahesh is the Co-Founder and Head of Growth for Rally. In this role, he drives supply, demand, and overall community growth; leading business development, community, operations, marketing, communications, and customer service functi…
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Why students should have mental health days | Hailey Hardcastle
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School can be rife with stress, anxiety, panic attacks and even burnout -- but there's often no formal policy for students who need to prioritize their well-being. Hailey Hardcastle explains why schools should offer mental health days and allow students time to practice emotional hygiene without stigma. Follow along to learn how she and a team of f…
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Episode 13: Establishing a Global Movement on LinkedIn With Anna McAfee
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Episode 13 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Anna McAfee. She is a Community Curator, LinkedIn Educator and Storyteller, and is driven to help individuals and businesses to build better and more authentic connections in a digital world. She co-founded the #LinkedInLocal movement, an initiative to connect offline in real life that spread to…
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Episode 12: How Extroverts Can Relate With Introverts With Alif Huq
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Episode 12 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Alif Huq. From his obsession with digital marketing, helping others with their job hunt, hosting his own podcast, and taking hip hop dance classes, Alif is a dude with many passions. Listen to the “What Matters to Alif” podcast: anchor.fm/alif-huq Follow Alif on Instagram: instagram.com/alifios…
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Episode 11: Practicing Self-Care Well With Carol Chapman
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Episode 11 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Carol Chapman. She runs a digital site called Hearts Rise Up, which offers guided meditations and online programs, including coaching for radical life transformation. She’s also a “consciousness catalyst,” author, writer, and host of the Hearts Rise Up Podcast. An endless seeker of truth and inn…
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Episode 10: Building Authentic Relationships Online and Offline With Mahfuz Chowdhury
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Episode 10 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Mahfuz Chowdhury. He is the Brand Manager for Candybox Marketing, ranked by Maclean's as one of Canada's Fastest-Growing Companies. He is also the Podcast Host of Ride With Me, a show that is recorded while driving on the road (safely, he promises!). Finally, Mahfuz is a published author of Proj…
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Episode 9: Crafting a Life of Legacy and Impact With Deborah Levine
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Episode 9 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Deborah Levine. She is an award-winning author of 14 books and has been featured in Forbes Magazine as a Diversity & Inclusion Trailblazer. She founded AmericanDiversityReport.com 15 years ago and remains its Editor-in-Chief. Also, Deborah is a newspaper opinion columnist as well as a speaker, tr…
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Episode 8: The Art of Self-Expression With Nina Penner
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Episode 8 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Nina Penner. She’s the founder of BluHelium Consulting, a leadership development firm specializing in supporting organizations to develop their leaders. She's a highly knowledgeable coach, consultant, facilitator, and speaker who has travelled the world sharing her deep knowledge and insights. Ni…
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Episode 7: Leveraging Introversion as a Strength With Graham Budgeon
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Episode 7 of the Digital Introverts podcast features Graham Budgeon. He is a social entrepreneur that is currently working to incubate his own non-for-profit designed to assist communities in addressing their most prominent social issues through environmental solutions. As a fourth-year student enrolled in the Bachelor of International Development …
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