Podcast appearances and mentions of Benjamin Von Wong

When you read about a global climate summit in the news, you probably don't see a lot about Jenga. But at this year's UN Biodiversity Conference (also known as COP16), the Canadian artist Benjamin Von Wong unveiled a provocative large-scale art installation called “Biodiversity Jenga,” which really got people thinking about climate change. Some of Benjamin's past work includes giant skulls made of electronic waste and a massive structure made of drinking straws. His work is accessible, whimsical and in-your-face. Benjamin talks to Tom Power about his latest installation, his “clickbait approach” to activist art, and why he believes art is a key player in the survival of our planet.

Art has the power to change and even lead the conversation, to spark curiosity and fuel real engagement. But what comes first in a powerful creative project?  The idea and the message? The tools and the talent? Or The Funding, that can make or break it all? My guest today is Benjamin Von Wong, who creates art on a grand scale that goes beyond awe. He is an Artist focused on amplifying positive impact. He does that both in the process of how he creates his art, through community, and in the images it produces, finding visual metaphors that stick with people, long after they've seen the work. His mission is to help make positive impact unforgettable. For the last seven years, Von Wong and his team, under the banner of “Unforgettable Labs” have generated over a billion organic views on topics like Ocean Plastics, Fast Fashion, and Electronic Waste for organizations like Dell, Greenpeace, Nike, Starbucks and Kiehl's. In this opening quote you can hear him wrangle with the dance between art and marketing, and his new mission to find ways to create sustainable funding streams that allow him to create message-shaping art in times and places where the world is gathered to solve some of our most pressing challenges.  It's a move that can make his work more deeply sustainable - for himself and for his team. Von Wong's The Unforgettable Project leverages the collective power of philanthropy to help build broader campaigns around environmentally net-positive innovations worth spotlighting - instead of waiting for corporations that are seeking eyeballs and leveraging their funding for good, he's building a funding source that actively seeks the next project that needs to go viral. Some of his notable work includes the Giant Plastic Tap which used trash from the slums of Kibera, in Nairobi, Kenya, to demand that corporations #TurnOffThePlasticTap. The Giant Tap was displayed prominently when 193 different countries and 1,500 delegates came together at UNEA 5.2 in 2022 to discuss what was then termed the “Paris Agreement For Plastics” and was eventually used in the United Nations official Plastics Report while raising over $100,000 for the Human Needs Project. Recently he installed a grand sculpture at the Highline in New York City in collaboration with Kiehl's to raise awareness and drive adoption of refillable products in the beauty world. Von Wong, along with a large community of volunteers, collected and assembled 2 tons of plastic bottles into a “single-use hydra”, seen by nearly 300-thousand visitors and close to 3 million social impressions for their message of #DontRebuyJustRefill…but as he points out in this conversation, most of the people on the High Line don't have the leverage to change the system - which is why he seeks to place his epic art in places where the system changers meet. I learned about Benjamin's work through his wonderful talk at Creative Mornings (a global, IRL community of creatives that hosts monthly talks all around the world). His presentation spoke to some beautiful topics - like the importance of nurturing the conditions of success (like inner narratives and cultivating community) vs chasing success, and the notion of sifting your feelings from reality when it comes to deciding what is enough - personally, financially, and in the work - ie, is my work having enough impact? Von Wong shared the ways in which he's rewriting his inner narrative to balance his personhood and his purpose or impact. I found the talk profoundly moving and beautiful and highly recommend watching it. In this conversation, you'll find: Ruminations on Creationships - relationships that exist to co-create something wonderful together (4:09) The Importance of an Interface or a Container to foster Conversation (7:47) Benjamin's perspectives on going to where the conversations are already happening to have the deepest impacts. This is certainly true for the large scale work that he creates, but it is also true for anyone looking to change a big conversation. Making people come to you vs going to them means the activation energy of change is that much lower. (13:18) Benjamin's thoughts on Community Building and Co-creating art with a community (16:43) The polarity Benjamin is threading right now: Balancing Speeding Up (to do more work and have more impact) and Slowing Down (in order to build deeper creationships) (26:21) The difference between an Audience and a Community (32:44) The power of creating a word that summarizes and defines an idea that people flock to (which we might term the Rumpelstiltskin or Le Guin Rule (as she famously wrote in A Wizard of Earthsea “To weave the magic of a thing, you see, one must find its true name out.” (33:39) Head over to theconversationfactory.com/listen for full episode transcripts, links, show notes  and more key quotes and ideas. You can also head over there and become a monthly supporter of the show for as little as $8 a month. You'll get complimentary access to exclusive workshops and resources that I only share with this circle of facilitators and leaders. Links https://www.vonwong.com/ unforgettablelabs.com  https://www.thevonwong.com/ How I made plastic pollution more shareable with a Mermaid and 10000 plastic bottles - 3/3 https://creativemornings.com/ Benjamin Von Wong Featuring Possibly Poet: "Is activism sustainable?"

On this episode of the How to Protect the Ocean podcast, host Andrew Loon interviews Craig Perlmutter from Toronto, the founder of Arcadia Earth. Arcadia Earth is a unique art-meets-environmental protection space that aims to inspire and educate visitors about ocean conservation. Perlmutter shares his journey of being inspired by a similar initiative in New York City and bringing it to Toronto to make a positive impact. Tune in to learn about how art, creativity, and environmental awareness come together at Arcadia Earth to promote sustainable living and protect the ocean. Website: https://www.arcadiaearth.ca/ Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp   Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube Arcadia Earth in Toronto offers an immersive exhibit that combines art, technology, and environmental awareness to inspire and educate visitors about pressing environmental issues. The exhibit showcases a variety of visually captivating art installations that convey important messages about sustainability and conservation. A standout feature is a room created by Canadian environmental artist Benjamin Von Wong, focusing on electronic waste and the importance of repair. This room features a throne made entirely of electronic waste, serving as a powerful visual representation of our reliance on technology and the significance of recycling and reusing electronic devices. In collaboration with organizations like WWF Canada, Arcadia Earth has developed interactive projection mapping rooms that delve into conservation topics such as reforestation and Arctic preservation. These rooms allow visitors to engage with the projections, highlighting the impacts of human actions on the environment. Additionally, the exhibit includes a marketplace area where visitors can explore and purchase products from sustainable Canadian brands, further promoting eco-friendly practices. Through engaging and interactive experiences, Arcadia Earth in Toronto provides a unique platform for individuals of all ages to learn about environmental issues and take tangible actions towards a more sustainable future. The exhibit not only educates visitors about conservation but also sparks emotions and conversations that can lead to positive changes in behavior and mindset towards environmental stewardship.

In this episode of The Founder Spirit, the methodical Benjamin von Wong, a world-class multi-disciplinary artist and climate activist, shares his journey from a mining engineer to a renowned photographer. Upon discovering his passion for photography as a hobby, Benjamin quickly gained widespread recognition with an underwater shipwreck shoot in Bali. Despite commercial success, he experienced emptiness and briefly contemplated quitting photography. Benjamin soon found renewed purpose by focusing on projects with social impact. As an environmental activist, he highlights art as a catalyst of hope and imagination for a Solarpunk future, where humanity lives in harmony with nature, prioritizes sustainability, and thrives through the use of renewable energy and eco-friendly technologies.How did a former mining engineer who bought his first camera at age 21 become a world-class photographer and artist? Well, tune in to this genuine conversation & find out. For detailed transcript and show notes, please visit TheFounderSpirit.com.Also follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/TheFounderSpiritInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheFounderSpiritYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFounderSpiritFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFounderSpiritX: https://twitter.com/founder_spiritIf this podcast has been beneficial or valuable to you, feel free to become a patron and support us on Patreon.com, that is P-A-T-R-E-O-N.com/TheFounderSpirit.As always, you can find us on Apple, Google, Amazon and Spotify, as well as social media and our website at TheFounderSpirit.com.The Founder Spirit podcast is proud to be a partner of the Villars Institute, a non-profit foundation focused on accelerating the transition to a net-zero economy and restoring planetary health.About This Podcast:Whether you are an entrepreneur, a mid-career professional or someone who's just starting out in life, The Founder Spirit podcast is for you!In this podcast series, we'll be interviewing exceptional individuals from all over the world with the founder spirit, ranging from social entrepreneurs, tech founders, to philanthropists, elite athletes, and more. Together, we'll uncover not only how they manage to succeed in face of multiple challenges, but also who they are as people and their human story.So TUNE IN & be inspired by stories from their life journey!

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They share their experiences trying to be a part of the discourse at Davos. Synopsis: The Straits Times speaks with young delegates at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2024 to find out about their experience. The WEF, held in Davos, Switzerland, brings together some of the biggest names in politics, business and economics from all over the world every year. But it has been criticised for being nothing more than a public relations exercise, with a lack of accountability and fading relevance. Some of the world's most passionate and engaged young changemakers were in Davos this year. ST's political correspondent Goh Yan Han speaks with some of them to hear how they tried to make their mark. They are: Benjamin Von Wong, Canadian artist and activist John Dongo, Zimbabwean youth mental health advocate Luona Cai, partner at Xishi Magic Bag, from China Marie-Claire Graf, Swiss environmental activist Daniel Liu, Singaporean co-founder of Morrow Intelligence Saravanan Sugumaran, Singaporean co-founder of Morrow Intelligence Highlights (click/tap above): 2:59 Thoughts on Davos and being at the WEF for the first time 11:05 Marie-Claire describes the beauty and the ugly at the WEF 14:14 Trying to be a part of the bigger conversation 25:22 How the WEF can be more relevant to young people 25:45 John Dongo on the need to talk about youth mental health at the WEF Produced by: Goh Yan Han (gyanhan@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Amirul Karim Edited by: Amirul Karim Follow ST Podcasts: Channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wukK Spotify: https://str.sg/wukH SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Read Goh Yan Han's articles: https://str.sg/kgq4 --- Discover more ST podcast channels: COE Watch: https://str.sg/iTtE In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad Music Lab: https://str.sg/w9TX Discover ST Podcasts: http://str.sg/stpodcasts --- Special edition series: True Crimes Of Asia (6 eps): https://str.sg/i44T The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia (5 eps): https://str.sg/wuZ2 Invisible Asia (9 eps): https://str.sg/wuZn Stop Scams (10 eps): https://str.sg/wuZB Singapore's War On Covid (5 eps): https://str.sg/wuJa --- Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #asianinsiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They share their experiences trying to be a part of the discourse at Davos. Synopsis: The Straits Times speaks with young delegates at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2024 to find out about their experience. The WEF, held in Davos, Switzerland, brings together some of the biggest names in politics, business and economics from all over the world every year. But it has been criticised for being nothing more than a public relations exercise, with a lack of accountability and fading relevance. Some of the world's most passionate and engaged young changemakers were in Davos this year. ST's political correspondent Goh Yan Han speaks with some of them to hear how they tried to make their mark. They are: Benjamin Von Wong, Canadian artist and activist John Dongo, Zimbabwean youth mental health advocate Luona Cai, partner at Xishi Magic Bag, from China Marie-Claire Graf, Swiss environmental activist Daniel Liu, Singaporean co-founder of Morrow Intelligence Saravanan Sugumaran, Singaporean co-founder of Morrow Intelligence Highlights (click/tap above): 2:59 Thoughts on Davos and being at the WEF for the first time 11:05 Marie-Claire describes the beauty and the ugly at the WEF 14:14 Trying to be a part of the bigger conversation 25:22 How the WEF can be more relevant to young people 25:45 John Dongo on the need to talk about youth mental health at the WEF Produced by: Goh Yan Han (gyanhan@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Amirul Karim Edited by: Amirul Karim Follow ST Podcasts: Channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wukK Spotify: https://str.sg/wukH SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Read Goh Yan Han's articles: https://str.sg/kgq4 --- Discover more ST podcast channels: COE Watch: https://str.sg/iTtE In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad Music Lab: https://str.sg/w9TX Discover ST Podcasts: http://str.sg/stpodcasts --- Special edition series: True Crimes Of Asia (6 eps): https://str.sg/i44T The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia (5 eps): https://str.sg/wuZ2 Invisible Asia (9 eps): https://str.sg/wuZn Stop Scams (10 eps): https://str.sg/wuZB Singapore's War On Covid (5 eps): https://str.sg/wuJa --- Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #asianinsiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Original Air Date: November 2, 2023 The latest episode in the Road to COP 28 series brings the second half of our latest panel, chaired by Allison Agsten. Allison is once again joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Join as the panel shares ways everyone can be an activist and why it's not too late to make a difference. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: November 2, 2023 The latest episode in the Road to COP 28 series brings the second half of our latest panel, chaired by Allison Agsten. Allison is once again joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Join as the panel shares ways everyone can be an activist and why it's not too late to make a difference. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: October 26, 2023 The newest entry in the Road to COP 28 series brings an all-new panel of experts, chaired by Allison Agsten, Director of USC Annenberg's Center for Climate Journalism and Communication and Curator at the Wrigley Institute for Environment and Sustainability. Allison is joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Don't miss their conversation about the role that artists and activists play in the fight against climate change and the ways everyone can do their part to create a more green future. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: October 26, 2023 The newest entry in the Road to COP 28 series brings an all-new panel of experts, chaired by Allison Agsten, Director of USC Annenberg's Center for Climate Journalism and Communication and Curator at the Wrigley Institute for Environment and Sustainability. Allison is joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Don't miss their conversation about the role that artists and activists play in the fight against climate change and the ways everyone can do their part to create a more green future. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode in the Road to COP 28 series brings the second half of our latest panel, chaired by Allison Agsten. Allison is once again joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Join as the panel shares ways everyone can be an activist and why it's not too late to make a difference. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode in the Road to COP 28 series brings the second half of our latest panel, chaired by Allison Agsten. Allison is once again joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Join as the panel shares ways everyone can be an activist and why it's not too late to make a difference. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode in the Road to COP 28 series brings the second half of our latest panel, chaired by Allison Agsten. Allison is once again joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Join as the panel shares ways everyone can be an activist and why it's not too late to make a difference. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.

The newest entry in the Road to COP 28 series brings an all-new panel of experts, chaired by Allison Agsten, Director of USC Annenberg's Center for Climate Journalism and Communication and Curator at the Wrigley Institute for Environment and Sustainability. Allison is joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Don't miss their conversation about the role that artists and activists play in the fight against climate change and the ways everyone can do their part to create a more green future. Fill out the DSR Listener Survey here: https://bit.ly/dsrsurvey2023 This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The newest entry in the Road to COP 28 series brings an all-new panel of experts, chaired by Allison Agsten, Director of USC Annenberg's Center for Climate Journalism and Communication and Curator at the Wrigley Institute for Environment and Sustainability. Allison is joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Don't miss their conversation about the role that artists and activists play in the fight against climate change and the ways everyone can do their part to create a more green future. Fill out the DSR Listener Survey here: https://bit.ly/dsrsurvey2023 This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The newest entry in the Road to COP 28 series brings an all-new panel of experts, chaired by Allison Agsten, Director of USC Annenberg's Center for Climate Journalism and Communication and Curator at the Wrigley Institute for Environment and Sustainability. Allison is joined by Stephan Crawford, Stanley Chan (Chen Qiufan), Anne de Carbuccia, Michael Gerrard, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Benjamin Von Wong, and Gernot Wagner. Don't miss their conversation about the role that artists and activists play in the fight against climate change and the ways everyone can do their part to create a more green future. Fill out the DSR Listener Survey here: https://bit.ly/dsrsurvey2023 This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC.

122. Benjamin Von Wong on Love at First Sight Wellness expert Heather Grzych interviews artist and environmental activist Benjamin Von Wong in a series on love at first sight. Ben and Heather discuss why we fall in love with people and whether love at first sight is realistic and necessary. They also discuss several topics that many people in relationships struggle with, including finding and maintaining a spark, learning what you want from a relationship, defining yourself through other people, long-distance relationships, breakups, how to build connection, emotional and sexual connection, expressing boundaries, rules and desires, and the difference between love and connection. Other topics include: Being of services to others in conversation Debriefing and getting feedback after a date Tantra How vata people date Why short-term connections are the easy ones and long-term connections are harder Loss of self vs. othering Why consistently lighting someone up matters Learning how to stay in contact with people through contact improv   Benjamin Von Wong's work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. It has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and has generated over 100 million views for causes like ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. Most recently, he was named one of Adweek's 11 content branded masterminds. He is also the host of the Impact Everywhere Podcast and a creative advisor for the Ocean Plastic Leadership Network and the Sustainable Ocean Alliance. https://www.vonwong.com/  Heather Grzych is the author of The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility and the host of the Wisdom of the Body podcast. A board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner, Heather serves on the Board of Directors for the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) and has been a consultant for doctors, governments, and insurance companies. She offers virtual consultations and programs worldwide. www.heathergrzych.com     Connect with Heather: Instagram.com/heathergrzych Facebook.com/grzychheather   Read the first six pages of The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility for FREE: https://www.heathergrzych.com   Connect with Heather to balance your health for your fertility: https://www.heathergrzych.com/book-online   This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

A organização Greenpeace se uniu com o artivista canadense, Benjamin Von Wong, para criar a “Caveira de Satoshi” como uma forma de protesto contra o sistema de mineração proof of work do protocolo Bitcoin. O tiro saiu pela culatra, porque a comunidade Bitcoin adotou a caveira como um símbolo heavy metal, de como os banqueiros centrais e inimigos da liberdade enxergam a rede que irá acabar com seus planos maquiavélicos. https://twitter.com/bitdov/status/1639182044658794497 https://twitter.com/bitdov/status/1639180962306179072 https://twitter.com/thevonwong/status/1639060012709580800 https://twitter.com/thevonwong/status/1639690663846375424 https://twitter.com/Excellion/status/1639846001686224896 https://twitter.com/bitdov/status/1639657496456331266 https://twitter.com/bitdov/status/1639735183904522240 https://twitter.com/julicoin69/status/1639645245175480321 END THE FUD - ENERGIA https://endthefud.org/energy.html Mitos comuns do Bitcoin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3nE5DL4LL4 O Bitcoin irá destruir o planeta! (?) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5QF6Wupheo O Bitcoin é um desastre ambiental? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDtwE0OiN1w Por que o uso de energia do Bitcoin não prejudica o meio ambiente? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw82kkSRpGk Ambientalista Libertário - Com Marco Batalha https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1yKVp4BFbk Vídeo sobre END THE FUD (Medos, Incertezas e Dúvidas) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IESgwwQl3Mo Gravado no bloco 782596 ________________ APOIE O CANAL https://bitcoinheiros.com/apoie/ ⚡ln@pay.bitcoinheiros.com Loja dos Bitcoinheiros https://loja.bitcoinheiros.com/ Escute no Fountain Podcasts (https://fountain.fm/join-fountain) para receber e enviar satoshinhos no modelo Value4Value SIGA OS BITCOINHEIROS: Site: https://www.bitcoinheiros.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/bitcoinheiros Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bitcoinheiros Allan - https://www.twitter.com/allanraicher Dov - https://twitter.com/bitdov Becas - https://twitter.com/bksbk6 Ivan - https://twitter.com/bitofsilence Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinheiros Facebook: https://www.fb.com/bitcoinheiros Podcast: https://anchor.fm/bitcoinheiros COMO GUARDAR SEUS BITCOINS? Bitcoinheiros recomendam o uso de carteiras Multisig com Hardware Wallets de diferentes fabricantes ou próprias. Para ver as carteiras de hardware que recomendamos, acesse https://www.bitcoinheiros.com/carteiras Veja os descontos e clique nos links de afiliados para ajudar o canal Por exemplo, para a COLDCARD - https://store.coinkite.com/promo/bitcoinheiros Com o código "bitcoinheiros" você ganha 5% de desconto na ColdCard Playlist "Canivete Suíço Bitcoinheiro" https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgcVYwONyxmg-KH5bwzMU4sdyMbVMPqwb Playlist "Carteiras Multisig de Bitcoin" https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgcVYwONyxmi74PiIUSnGieNIPqmtmdjW ISENÇÃO DE RESPONSABILIDADE: Este conteúdo foi preparado para fins meramente informativos. NÃO é uma recomendação financeira nem de investimento. As opiniões apresentadas são apenas opiniões. Faça sua própria pesquisa. Não nos responsabilizamos por qualquer decisão de investimento que você tomar ou ação que você executar inspirada em nossos vídeos. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bitcoinheiros/message

When was the last time you updated your website? Despite the popularity and traction of social media sites, having a stand-alone website to promote your work and build your brand is key to connecting with your given audience. In this week's podcast, we explore the dynamics of building and maintaining a professional caliber website with insights from both sides of the coin.  We start by chatting with website designer Alex Vita, who shares pet peeves as well as the best practices he's honed over more than 13 years of work with photo industry clients. All will benefit from Alex's insights on building a client-focused website as a way to build trust. After a break we get the artist's perspective from the illustrious photographer, environmental activist, and creative whirlwind Benjamin Von Wong, who also happens to be one of Alex's clients. Listen in as Ben and Alex discuss his web strategy and take a deep dive into the challenges of staying relevant and getting noticed in an oversaturated creative climate. We also dip into thoughts about how the evolution of AI is likely to change the future of the visual world, to make photographs the starting point for a conversation rather than its final purpose. Guests: Alex Vita and Benjamin Von Wong Top shot © Benjamin Von Wong For more information on our guests and the gear they use, click here. Episode Timeline   3:55: What role do stand-alone photography websites play in a world of viral social media sites?   12:16: Alex's pet peeves in photography websites. Two general categories: poor content and poor user experience.   20:55: Bounce rates, Google analytics reports, and how to determine the success of your website.   26:17: What are the most important considerations for good SEO and how have best practices for SEO changed over time?   31:59: Alex's recommendations for image size and compression for fast performance and readability on a wide range of devices—from mobile to retina screens.   35:55: Episode break   36:56: The varied roles that Ben Von Wong's websites and web presence play in communicating his environmental message. 41:40: How Ben's various microsites and social media presence helps with virality in marketing his work. 47:25: Ben's position as an environmentalist in a world full of advertising and boosted content—Ethics and principals come first. 52:30: How the evolution of AI and integration with Chat GPT is about to change the future of the visual world. 1:02:33: Ben's recommendations for what to look for when seeking to work with a web designer. Guest Bios: Alex Vita is a professional website designer, specialized in crafting sites for photographers and photo agencies. Working from his home base in Bucharest, Romania, Alex's super-power is thinking outside the box to grasp the big picture, helping photographers to structure their web presence by prioritizing maximum impact. Ben Von Wong is a Canadian artist, photographer, social influencer, and activist, best known for his hyper-realistic style, bridging photography and fantasy. His storytelling targets environmental issues such as ocean plastics, fashion pollution, and electronic waste, fueled by an extensive viral component that has generated more than 100 million views to date.   Stay Connected: Alex Vita's Website: https://www.foregroundweb.com/ Alex Vita's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foregroundweb Alex Vita's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foregroundweb/ Alex Vita's Twitter: https://twitter.com/foregroundweb Alex Vita's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@foregroundweb   Benjamin Von Wong's Website: https://www.vonwong.com Benjamin Von Wong's Blog: https://blog.vonwong.com Benjamin Von Wong's Case Studies: https://unforgettablelabs.com Benjamin Von Wong's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevonwong Benjamin Von Wong's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vonwong Benjamin Von Wong's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevonwong Alex Vita's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Vonwong%20

Back in the days when I was really into photography I got to discover a wide array of incredibly talented photographers. One who undoubtedly stood out was Benjamin Von Wong. Funny enough, it's only a lot later that I found out that, despite his worldly travels and spectacular body of work, that he was local Montrealer. Ben's work as photographer and visual storyteller is nothing short of amazing. His images are an experience. He pulls you into the story and grabs your emotions with his subjects in a way that not many photographers can aspire to, let alone achieve. As a bonafied 'artivist' translating devastating data into emotional experiences, he has merged his imagery with his willingness to serve causes he believes can bring valuable change. Being quite active on social media, he has become known for his photographic projects taking aim at the environmental threats posed by fast fashion, plastics in our oceans and electronic waste. His current work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics.  It has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and has generated over 100 million views highlighting various environmental issues, such as climate change or biodiversity loss. He was also most recently named one of Adweek's 11 content branded masterminds. His projects come together thanks to large-scale collections by an army of volunteers, resulting in spectacular installations designed to capture the imagination and provoke radical changes in our perspectives and our behaviour. Still carving his own path, and always with the same infectious smile and inspiring energy, he has made it his mission to make positive impact unforgettable. When passion meets intention and happens to be guided by purpose, it's an obviously potent and impactful mix. It it possible to change the world? Can one picture make a difference? If you take it from Von Wong's vantage point, I can assure you the answer is an engaging 'Yes'. You can connect with Ben via Instagram(@vonwong) or his official website(www.vonwong.com). For collaborations, you can fill out the Google form via : https://www.vonwong.info  Enjoy - Oli ----------- Connect with us // Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/awakentheawesome Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/atapodcast Telegram : https://t.me/atapodcast Email : awakentheawesome@gmail.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Our full back catalog of episodes is also available on your favourite platforms : Apple Podcasts : https://apple.co/3bcWAWX Spotify : https://spoti.fi/3rZOA1B Amazon(Alexa) : https://tinyurl.com/enk2dkk4 Google Podcasts : https://tinyurl.com/y57gshn4 Stitcher : https://tinyurl.com/yxrfp2s3

Today's guest has completely given the word lifestyle a whole new meaning… Benjamin Von Wong's work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. It has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike, and has generated over 100 million views for causes like ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. His work has been narrated by Ryan Reynolds, he holds a Guinness World Record for the largest installation made from plastic straws, and he created the centerpiece at the United Nations in Nairobi when the Global Plastics Resolution was successfully signed. He is also a creative advisor for the Sustainable Ocean Alliance and the Ocean Plastic Leadership Network and sits on the BIPOC People x Plastic Collective. Join my email list to get a LilyGrace Lifestyle Quarterly Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/c9ef56b3cd45/lilygrace-lifestyle REACH OUT AND JOIN ME Website: www.lilygraceyork.com Instagram: @lilygrace_lifestyle @lilygraceyork Youtube Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGLCmTi5EMPv2NDzQV-AhdQ RESOURCES Instagram @vonwong @vonwongdaily vonwong.info/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Story's greatest power is not in its ability to simply convert, but its ability to connect. If you want to play the long game you must lead with connection first. But for a change-maker who wants to make a bigger difference faster, that can be a little bit complicated. It can be difficult to be patient with the long-term value journey when the cause that you are trying to amplify needs attention now. In this episode, we dip into the archives of a recent Round Table conversation with Ben Stewart, co-founder of Louder Agency, Brand Messaging Strategist and Copywriter, Janelle Traister, as well as Artist and Activist and longtime friend of the STORY Community, Benjamin Von Wong. Listen in as they discuss the tension that often comes from honoring your values in the process of amplifying stories worth telling.

In The Green Chair with Benjamin Von Wong, an artist and photographer. In this episode, we discuss Benjamin's career as an artist, photographer and sculptor and how he is on a mission to create art that amplifies positive social change. Benjamin creates complicated images and symbolic sculptures by combining everyday objects with shocking statistics to bring about awareness on topics such as ocean plastics and electronic waste. We learn about the role art and creativity play in solving complex environmental problems. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/relay-education/message

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Our special episode series for The Reusies™ National Reuse Awards continues with the full panel discussion from the event on September 30. Moderated by science communicator and TV personality Danni Washington, panelists Matt Prindiville of Upstream; Bridget Croke of Closed Loop Partners; Liz Segran of Fast Company; and artist/activist Benjamin Von Wong discuss their vision for an #indisposable future, how we can get there, and why it's so important that we all come together to support the reuse movement.Resources:Learn more about The Reusies and see the 2021 award winnersWatch the full panel discussion on YouTubeThe Reusies bonus content: “Happiness” performance by Kori Withers 

The Reusies™ (aka the National Reuse Awards) special series continues with Benjamin Von Wong, an internationally recognized photographer and activist and a Reusies award show panelist. Benjamin's recent work brings attention to plastic pollution, fast fashion, e-waste and other environmental issues. In this episode, Benjamin joins host Brooking Gatewood to talk about some of his recent projects and the power of campaigns, collaboration, and infusing activism with art.Resources: Check out Benjamin's work at www.vonwong.comParticipate in Benjamin's latest interactive campaign at www.turnofftheplastictap.comWork with Benjamin at https://unforgettablelabs.com/The Reusies: https://www.thereusies.org/

Benjamin Von Wong is an award-winning Canadian who's work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. It has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and has generated over 100 million views for causes like ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. Most recently, he was named one of Adweek's 11 content branded masterminds. In this episode Ben talks about some of his conceptual photography projects where he tried to communicate the shocking impacts of pollution such as Strawpocalypse: a 10-ft sculpture made from 168,000 reclaimed straws to spotlight plastic pollution and the world's tallest closet to encourage consumers to shop consciously. He also talks about his podcast Impact Everywhere Podcast and how it's a means to continue amplifying the positive impact of other creatives, entrepreneurs, innovators, changemakers around the world. Watch/Learn More: YouTube - Breaking Green Ceilings Podcast IG - @breaking_green_ceilings Website: breakinggreenceilings.com

When we think about impact investing, art isn't the first thing that comes to mind for most of us. Yet investors have used art to store and grow wealth for millennia. And few of us would deny the incredible power that art possesses to change hearts and minds and to motivate us into action. Who among us wasn't touched deeply by Amanda Gorman's spoken word poem, “The Hill We Climb” at Joe Biden's inauguration earlier this year? But few of us, artists included, consider carefully how we might use our artistic talents to create, or our capital to finance, art as a force for social and environmental impact. In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with art activist and changemaker Benjamin Von Wong. Von Wong's work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. His work has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and has generated over 100 million views for causes like ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. Most recently, he was named one of Adweek's 11 content-branded masterminds. He is also the host of the Impact Everywhere Podcast. During the episode, we discuss how Benjamin chooses causes to tackle, how he conceives of his installations, the logistics that goes into creating them, how he finances his projects, and how he thinks about impact measurement. And be sure to stay tuned to the very end where Benjamin touches on how he thinks about the new world of NFTs which are changing the economics for artists the world over. Resources from this episode: You can reach Benjamin and view his amazing work at https://www.vonwong.com/ or inquire about commissioning him at https://unforgettablelabs.com/ Von Wong's art installations that we discuss during the episode: Strawpocalypse Truck Load of Plastic Toxic Laundry Fast Fashion E-Waste Walking on Air for Nike 10,000 plastic bottles, a mermaid, and a single wish Underwater Shipwreck in Bali Benjamin's Podcast: Impact Everywhere Follow Benjamin Von Wong on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, and LinkedIn.

Chronique sondage de Jean-Marc Léger au sujet de la levée des restrictions sanitaires, du passeport vaccinal et des voyages; entrevue avec le journaliste Sébastien Dumoulin à propos de son livre La guerre mondiale des ondes : le roman d'espionnage de la 5G; entretien avec Allison Russell pour son album Outside Child; et plateau culturel avec les collaboratrices Helen Faradji et Pascale Lévesque, les collaborateurs Georges Privet, Frédéric Lambert et Simon Gaudreault, les libraires Billy Robinson et Julie Collin, ainsi que l'invité Benjamin Von Wong.

Aly Haji, Benjamin Von Wong, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Michael Bower

Elisha Osemobor joined Green Tea this week to talk about the intersection of art and sustainability. We also talked about art history and race, and ways that she takes care of herself (hint: through podcasts!). During our conversation she mentioned several pieces of art: Benjamin Von Wong's Mermaid Swims in Ten Thousand Bottles; Yudi Sulistyo's Warfare and Out of Control; and Barkley L. Hendricks' Icon for My Man Superman (Superman Never Saved Any Black People).

SS Ep. 25 - This is a special edition episode featuring the incredibly talented Benjamin Von Wong who is a climate activist and artist showing the world's problems such as plastic pollution and over consumption in a unique way to provoke curiosity for the viewers. Von also has a podcast called Impact Everywhere: Positive Impact in Unexpected Places to share stories of individuals in all industries and skillsets making a difference in the world. Website: https://www.vonwong.com/​ IG/FB/TikTok: @vonwong Learn more at www.last20.ca

Our guest today is the ultimate jack of all trades. A scientist, journalist, award-winning filmmaker, and most recently, tech entrepreneur — Meet Anjali Nayar. Anjali began her career as a scientist before realizing that it wasn’t the lack of facts that prevented change, but the lack of hope. This led her first into journalism, and then documentary filmmaking for award-winning films like Gun Runners and Silas, which demonstrate the human potential for transformation. One of Anjali’s latest feature documentary, Silas, highlights citizen reporters that are using smartphones to expose the land-grabs and corruption in their countries. In fact, Silas is the whole reason TIMBY came about in the first place.TIMBY, short for “This is My Backyard,” is a suite of encrypted tools created by Anjali. It is used by communities and NGO workers to document and share human rights violations in order to hold companies and governments accountable. TIMBY is used across the world by governments, the United Nations, OXFAM, WWF, and many others.In this episode, host Benjamin Von Wong speaks to Anjali about the responsibilities of storytellers around the world, how we need to re-think aid in the context of empowering communities, and how we as individuals can fight against corruption. For the full story of Anjali’s career and how TIMBY is having a positive impact in the world, click on your preferred podcast platform below:Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Google PodcastsSubscribe on Apple PodcastsKey Points From This EpisodeStorytellers, whatever the form, have an obligation to tell the story in a way it will reach people while also ensuring it is told from the subject’s perspective.Anjali’s service, TIMBY, came to be while working on the film Silas as a way to increase the exchange of information and collect media for the film.Storytelling can be extractive — you come in, you tell the story, and you leave. By developing TIMBY while telling the story of Silas, it provided a long-term system to help locals solve their own problems.TIMBY operates on a SAS model, which mainly relies on revenue from subscriptions. The tool has spread to so many different countries and organizations that the TIMBY team works with whoever wants to use it to build it to work for them. The point of most tech developments is to empower people to do what they want to do quicker and better — TIMBY shows that:1. There are ways to use tech to adapt to different circumstances to help humans across the globe.2. You don’t need a background in tech to build something amazing.

This week we speak with Benjamin Von Wong, a viral creative focused on telling epic stories through photography and videography experiences. Benjamin builds beautiful, hyper-real installations showcasing major environmental issues and captures the moment using his photography skills. Starting from the meaning behind his work, we dive deep into a chat with our guest about the framework for positive impact and success that he has developed through his own experiences as an artist and an activist. https://linktr.ee/PTApod Find out more about Benjamin and his work: https://www.vonwong.com/ Sources: UNESCO Earth.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/peopletakingaction/message

Listen to artist Benjamin Von Wong enlighten Heather on how fantasy can be used to create positive impact, especially when climate and environmental statistics can be shocking and daunting enough to make us look away. Von Wong’s work Mermaid Swims in 10,000 Plastic Bottles tells the tale of how plastics have impacted not just the planet, but also human health. In this episode, he brilliantly articulates how to create for something bigger than yourself. In this episode, we discuss:  How to shift from creating for the sake of creating over to creating because you want to have an impact. Why once we start seeing something we can’t unsee it. How fantasy can ignite a sense of curiosity, give new permissions and bring our attention back to an important issue that we’ve looked away from. Mermaid Swims in 10,000 plastic bottles as a metaphor for how plastics have impacted our lives and health. The great Pacific garbage patch. Why Von Wong likes to start with the hardest part of the project first. The difference between a universal Why and a project Why. The role of collaboration in creating for impact. Benjamin Von Wong is an artist focused on amplifying positive impact and the host of the Impact Everywhere Podcast. Von Wong's work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. It has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and has generated over 100 million views for causes like ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. Most recently, he was named one of Adweek's 11 content branded masterminds.  Heather Grzych is the author of The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility and the host of the Wisdom of the Body podcast. A board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner, she bridges the worlds of conventional and alternative medicine to help women and men heal their physical and emotional lives. Heather is on the board of directors for the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) and has consulted with doctors, governments, and insurance companies. She offers virtual consultations and programs worldwide. www.heathergrzych.com   Connect with Heather: Instagram.com/heathergrzych Facebook.com/grzychheather   This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

My guest is Canadian artist Benjamin Von Wong. He is a photographer, a marketing genius, an artist and much more.  On his website he describes himself as an “Artist focused on amplifying positive Impact.”Benjamin Von Wong's work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. It has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and has generated over 100 million views for causes like ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. Most recently, he was named one of Adweek's 11 content branded masterminds.  And he is also the host of the Impact Everywhere Podcast.Listen closely, as you are about to take a deep dive into the mind and career of a brilliant creator.Benjamin's Links: - The Art: https://www.vonwong.com - The Unforgettable Campaigns: https://www.unforgettablelabs.com- The Gram: https://www.Instagram.com/vonwong- The Podcast: https://www.impacteverywhere.org- Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/iintrigue/- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Photo Quote:“Be a student of humanities because if you are, it makes you a more sensitive recorder of life.”   — Yousuf Karsh.https://karsh.org/- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Talent under 30:Please check out Ronny Garcia a 29-year-old fine art portrait photographer based in Barranquilla, Colombia.https://ronnygarciaphotography.com/https://www.instagram.com/_ronnygarcia/- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Episode Links:Contagious: Why Things Catch On by Jonah BergerMade to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die by Chip Heath and Dan HeathHome Studio Video: https://video.joeedelman.com/homestudioDIY Backgrounds: https://video.joeedelman.com/diybackground - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -TOGCHAT ResourcesShow Website: https://tog.chatMy Website: https://www.JoeEdelman.comJoin the TOGCHAT Photography Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/ispphotographersMy calendar of upcoming Live-Online Photography Presentations https://www.joeedelman.com/edu/I would love to be your PHOTOGRAPHY MENTOR! https://www.joeedelman.com/mentoring-for-photographers/- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -FTC Disclosure: No sponsors have paid for inclusion in this video.  I am an Olympus Visionary photographer, a Delkin Image Maker, a TetherTools Pro and a StellaPro Champion of Light.  These companies do provide me with various pieces of gear that I frequently discuss or mention,  however all words and opinions are my own, and I was not asked to produce this video.Support the show (https://paypal.me/joeedelman)

Benjamin Von Wong is a talented innovative, creative, artist, photographer and activist. His work has been described as a mix of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. It has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and has generated over 100 million views for causes like ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. Most recently, he was named one of Adweek’s 11 content branded masterminds. He is also the host of the Impact Everywhere Podcast. Meet this incredible talent as he shares what he’s learned and how he infuses his creativity with purpose and how he’s working to make a change. Benjamins’ website: https://www.vonwong.com/ Benjamin’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevonwong?s=20 Benjamin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vonwong/?hl=en Impact Everywhere: https://impacteverywhere.org/

HOSTFollow Jesse Oxford, Founder and Creative Director of OX Creative@jesseoxford@oxcreateswww.oxcreates.comGUESTFollow Benjamin Von Wong@vonwongINTRO:JO: I first met Ben at the Story Conference in Nashville. He and I were both presenting there. And later on that year, we had the opportunity to collaborate together on an art installation. And as we spent time in our studio and here in Chicago, in between all the days of fabricating, of just trying to figure out creative challenges and just spending a lot of hard work and trying to build this thing. One thing that stood out to me about Ben was that he didn't just want to create work that he was proud of, but he wanted to make work that really made a difference in the world.QUOT-ABLES:BVW: There's a difference between output and outcome. And so when a brand hires a storyteller to tell a story, they're looking for an output. They just want that piece of content that they can spread. But I think when you get into the impact space and you start caring deeply about what that piece of work is going to do, it doesn't become about the output, it becomes about the outcome.  So let's take a company, Patagonia, for example. It's got this amazing brand that has done great things for the environment, they're all about environment first. But besides the people who buy a Patagonia branded jacket, to say, "I care about the environment and my money is going a little bit further, because I know it's being reinvested into something that I love, the outdoors." Why have stronger communities not spawned as a result of that?JO: Robert McKee, he wrote the book, Story, and he had a quote that says, "Stories are the currency of human relationships." And when I heard that for the first time, I was like, "Wow, stories is a currency." Is it true that there's no poverty when it comes to stories? And if that's a currency that, everybody's on the same page, everybody's equal. What comes to your mind?BVW: That's interesting. I think, my first reaction was actually the opposite of yours. So your reaction was, "If we all have the power to tell stories, then we're all equal." I went the opposite direction and went, "Well, we all might have the power to tell stories, but not all stories get the same chance to be heard. Not all stories get the same opportunities." And in which case, distribution matters, people with louder voices get heard more, not because they're better storytellers, but just because they're louder or better at using the systems in which they take place.BVW: I do think there is the common thread, regardless of language, is emotional timber, right? We have all felt love. We have all felt loss. We have all felt grief. And so if you do have the opportunity, let's remove those polarizing elements for a second, there is truly an opportunity to connect. Should we take the time or have the opportunity to, and from there can come a sense of understanding and there is no better way to do that, than story, right?BVW:  There's a difference between output and outcome. And so very much when a brand hires a storyteller, a studio, or otherwise to tell a story, they're looking for an output, they just want that piece of content that they can spread. But I think when you get into the impact space and you start caring deeply about what that piece of work is going to do, it doesn't become about the output. It becomes about the outcome. So what is the outcome of the project that you've created? How has that moved the needle in one direction or another, and why? And I think that question is the one that's missing from the general narrative. People focus very much on the output, companies measure outputs. They're all quantitative, and occasionally qualitative, but very much still driven by output as opposed to the outcome. 

Benjamin Von Wong used 168,000 recycled drinking straws to create a towering art installation. The record-breaking structure was dubbed “The Parting of the Plastic Sea.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Check out the full episode here: https://medium.com/impact-everywhere/bill-bensley-luxury-sustainability-podcast-5c9828be136fImagine a zoo where all the humans are caged while the animals roam free. This is just one of the many ground-breaking concepts manifesting in the form of the World Wild resort designed by architect Bill Bensley. Bill is a renowned architect who has created some of the world’s most iconic hotels, resorts, spas, homes, and even palaces, but perhaps more importantly, he has a heart for conservation and bridging the gap between luxury and sustainability. In this episode, Bill talks to Benjamin Von Wong about his process of purchasing the property for Shinta Mani Wild and what he did to craft a one-of-a-kind experience for guests — including building the longest zip line in Southeast Asia — offering guest breathtaking views of the Tmor Rung River.As listeners will hear, both the environment and community have benefited greatly from the job opportunities created by the resort, with poachers and loggers now being recruited as rangers and able to provide for their families. Bill gets into the White Paper he wrote on the pillars of sustainable design, the kind of conversations he has with hotel owners and developers who have only profits in mind, and how he came to have a say in how the properties he designs are operated. You can also look forward to hearing Bill discuss the value of curiosity, recreational painting, and the environmental goals he hopes to achieve in the future. Check out one of these links for the full episode:Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Google PodcastsSubscribe on Apple Podcast

Meet Ivan Cash: Human Connection Specialist, Artist, Filmmaker, and Speaker. His focus is building human connection and reducing the overload of technology in the modern world. Ivan has a special gift for finding the extraordinary in the ordinary, and his eye for a great idea is second to none. After all, his projects are designed to go viral and he’s appeared on basically every major news source at least once.In today’s episode, we hear from him about his approach to projects, the strategies he uses to make sure his important work is seen, and how he tries to live in the world in a more present way. Ivan has worked on numerous impressive projects, and he delves into several of these on this episode. One such project, also involving host Benjamin Von Wong, involved putting up “No Tech Zone” signs in a park and filming people’s reactions when they saw they’d be fined $100 for using their phones. The latter part of the episode goes on to discuss the power of intentional time and methods for staying productive and focused during this period of uncertainty across the world. Ivan talks about the blessing and curse of being hyper-organized and his approach to staying on track with the work he has committed to. Ivan is such an inspiring artist and communicator, so you definitely do not want to miss this amazing chat.Read the full summary with extra graphics here!

How is your work impacting others? Here’s the simple answer: you don’t really know for sure. We might have metrics — profit margins, Google analytics, retweets — but that’s reach, not impact. How is what you do really connecting to other people, changing them and affecting them on a heart level? Part of the reality of living in the liminal space of creativity means learning that while we’re all connected, most of those connections are invisible. That’s something Benjamin Von Wong understands really well. Von Wong’s work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. It has attracted the attention of corporations like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and has generated over 100 million views for causes like ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. Most recently, he was named one of Adweek’s 11 content branded masterminds. Don’t miss this episode of the STORY podcast where we sat down to talk to Benjamin about connection, isolation, and the thin lines between the two, and so much more.

Benjamin Von Wong is Canadian mining engineer turned social artivist/photographer who designs campaigns around social impact and has succeeded in raising over 100 million views for different causes including plastics, fast fashion and electronic waste. He has a Guinness Book Record, a community of over 500,000 followers and tries to change the world through amplifying positive impact. *Who is Benjamin Von Wong?* Von was born in Canada and his parents are first-generation Chinese Malaysian immigrants. With something of a “chaotic” childhood - he went to 13 different schools in 3 different countries - there was nothing in his background that suggested that he would end up with an artistic career. Instead, he became a mining engineer in Nevada. Until one day, driven by a breakup, he purchased his first $100 camera from Walmart. A purchase that set him down the crazy, artistic trajectory he is currently on. I just woke up one day and realized that I didn't want to be an engineer for the rest of my life. *Becoming a Photographer* The transition into being a full-time creative wasn't immediate, and some of the things we discussed included: * Why quitting his engineering job was less a question of courage, and more out of “fear” * Why photography ended up being the thing that drew him in for the long term; * How he first got his start in the industry, and the most popular platforms to use at the time; * How he ran a Kickstarter to fund his Von Wong Does Europe Tour; * Some of his projects including the 365 day project; and * Von's 3 most impactful work prior to entering the social impact space. Within 3 years, Von obtained the highly sought after global campaign with Huawei where he had to create an angel with fire wings. *Entering the Social Impact* After the Huawei campaign, he felt empty. And this signified another pivotal point in his life, only this time it was into the social impact space: * Why was it so hard to enter the social impact space? * Why was the mermaid with 10,000 plastic bottles project so successful? * How does he measure the impact of art? * Does he worry about alienating potential clients after entering the social impact space? * What is his metric of success? To learn more, visit: www.sothisismywhy.com/10

In today’s episode of Impact Everywhere with Benjamin Von Wong, we hear from Nora Rahimian. Nora is a creative consultant that has been helping artists and musicians from all over the world have a more significant impact using art as a tool for change. She has been working in the field for over a decade, and she is now the founder and lead consultant at #CultureFix.In our conversation, Nora shares her thoughts on the responsibility that we hold as individuals and brands in situations of social injustice, such as gender inequality and racism. Nora shares a story from when she was working for a non-profit organization in Liberia, where they found that music was used as a far more effective tool to connect and communicate with the youth.Nora shares her thoughts on how and why new and upcoming artists should speak up on issues of social and environmental injustice through their music. Last but not least, she speaks to us on what it’s like to be an activist in today’s highly technology-based world and what leading businesses can and should do to promote equality. Listen to the full podcast at one of the links below so you don’t miss out so you don’t miss anything!Listen on SpotifyListen on Google PodcastsListen on Apple PodcastsClick HERE to read the full summary and to see more quotes!

In episode twelve, host Brett Stanley is talking to Activist, Artist, and Photographer Benjamin Von Wong. Ben's work is probably best described as epic, ranging from his earlier photography work which had him collaborating with amazing subjects around the world, to his latest installation work building incredible sculptures and artworks from unusual objects that hope to provoke and motivate people to take action on issues like recycling, child hunger, and of course our oceans.Whilst not a full time underwater photographer, Ben has created some incredible imagery with very little experience, and his journey from playing in a pool with friends to tying models to shipwrecks is really inspiring. Ben also has his own podcast, called Impact Everywhere all about creating a Positive Impact in Unexpected Places.Discuss the episode in our facebook group.Visit our YouTube for livestreamsFollow Benjamin: Website, Facebook, Instagram, PodcastSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/brettstanley)

Episode 28 Benjamin Von Wong Photographer, Activist, Visual engineer, Hyper realist story teller This week we get deep, but very meaningful with the creative mind of Canadian Artist, Photographer, Activist, Visual engineer and surreal hyper realist story teller Benjamin Von Wong. Ben is an amazing creative who’s journey has included creating mind blowing surreal images using fire & water to photographing underwater with sharks to very meaningful environmental art installations and images that certainly come with a BIG message about our planet. Von Wong is known for his big impact super creative photoshoots and art installations, his behind the scenes images and videos share everything about his projects for all to see, and some of them are mind blowing. We learn that a lot of his early projects were all about creating the image and collaborating with like minded creatives, about his passion which shows in his continued commitment. Wayne & Jake talk with Ben about how his path on creating art has changed and shifted parallels over the years. How his direction has changed considerably and where will his journey take him next. We chat about some of his past creative projects which include amazing imagery where he photograph’s the staff of smugmug as super heroes on the edge of tall skyscrapers to creating “’The parting of the Plastic Sea” Strawpocalypse’ a ‘Guinness World Record’ environmental art piece using 168,000 used straws. Ben’s creative mind is out of this world, his concepts are amazing and his skill to bring these projects and art installations together, using the help of volunteers, is unparalleled. We could talked with Von Wong for hours, but as you know an episode can only be so long, that said we certainly look forward to catching up with Ben again in the future to see where his journey takes him next. If you’re not familiar with Ben Von Wongs work then head over there now and be prepared to be enlightened. - The Art: www.vonwong.com - The Unforgettable Campaigns: www.unforgettablelabs.com- The Gram: www.Instagram.com/vonwong/- The Podcast: www.impacteverywhere.org- The YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/TheVonWong/videos   Podlamania has a NEW website, head on over and take a peek and let us know what you think…. New content coming all time so why not subscribe to keep in the loop. Remember, if have a question about anything Photography or Video/Cinema related, we’d love to hear them, you can send your questions to podlamania@gmail.com Thanks for listening and don’t forget to leave a comment and like. Don't forget to give us a LIKE, COMMENT & SHARE on your chosen podcast player, it helps our rankings a lot and helps us grow and get noticed more. Help support PODLAMANIA, so we can bring you even more amazing guests. If you want to help support us  to produce and record even more great interviews and content for your ears, and allow us to physically be in front of some of this worlds greatest talents and artists, you can help make this happen by donating on our Paypal page. (Link below)Even a dollar can help.. or more if you love us that much. :)    https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9CTSELVWACV2W&source=url https://Waynejohns.comhttps://Jakehicksphotography.com

Von Wong is an extremely creative photographer who is passionate about ocean conservation. His multi media campaigns have been seen by an audience of over 100 million worldwide. His creative vision is second to none and his ideas are both effective and artistic. He joins us to discuss his passion for conservation, the ocean, and bringing teams together to achieve a successful campaign. Catch the entire show here: https://youtu.be/KVPCI41Cr6o Check out Von Wong's Podcast and Community: https://impacteverywhere.org/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/vonwong Case Studies and Commercial Works: http://www.unforgettablelabs.com/ His Photography: http://www.vonwong.com/ You can support our Channel by buying a Coffee for Mike, Luca or Miho - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

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On the third episode of Impact Everywhere with host Benjamin Von Wong, we hear from Will Mezner who offers his unique insights not only into the different ways movements can develop and grow, but also how artists can best contribute to them. If you’re interested in hearing the full podcast, check out these links:Listen on Google PodcastsListen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyThe power that social movements have for orchestrating change can’t be overstated, and the unique skills that artists bring to them means their help is always welcomed. For today’s discussion, we talk about the intersections between artists and movements with Will Mezner, a youth engagement leader at World Vision, Australia’s largest development NGO. Will kicks things off by giving listeners some insights into the process of how change happens in society and also talks about some of the dominant models for organizing it.We hear about how social change initiatives can scale from petitions to campaigns and then start to take on a life of their own once they become full-blown movements. Will has a bunch of great information to share about the ratios between supporters and resistors of a cause, how these change as a movement grows, and what happens at the tipping point. Our conversation then turns to the role artists can play in these movements and we talk about art’s unique power as well as consider some logistical questions about how artists can partner with NGOs to combine powers.Will makes a strong case for the concept of making good art first. By this, he means that art can make the most impact if it is already firmly rooted in a cause, rather than being tacked onto the cause of the NGO as an afterthought. He also speaks about his own experience in working on campaigns that collaborate with artists, and at which points in a movement’s growth an artist’s help can be of most use. In the end, the overarching message is that all parties who involve themselves in a cause for change should realize that they are participating in something communal because it is only in numbers that people can take a true stand!Key Points From This Episode:• Four strategies for organizing change: ‘cup of tea’, place-based, online, and distributed.• A quick study of movements that acquire a life of their own after an initial spark through the research of Saul Alinsky• A reflection on a commencement speech by Neil Gaiman that talks about the critical importance of an artist to Make Good Art.• Erica Chenoweth and the two key ingredients to a successful movement: majority and active support.• A brief introduction to Bill Moyer’s ‘movement action plan’ and the strategic frameworks that describe the 8 stages of a successful social movement.•The Inner Game and Outer Game of how artists can collaborate with campaigns through a distributed organization strategy.

Impact Earth: Mindful Living Episode 2 Benjamin Von Wong, Viral Epic Conservation Photographer and activist Art for the Planet: Making Positive Impact Unforgettable, Benjamin Von Wong’s work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. It has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and […]

In this episode of Play With Fire, Artist and Activist Benjamin Von Wong shares his journey with us on how he found his path and how you can as well with some actionable steps. Ben also shares his mission to inspire change and activate other creatives to create work that matters as he continues to grow into the Impact Influencer space.Be sure to follow Ben on Instagram @vonwongAnd be sure to check out creativenuggets.xyz and blog.vonwong.comYou can find this information and more at playwithfirepodcast.com

Benjamin Von Wong's work lies at the intersection of fantasy and photography and combines everyday objects with shocking statistics. It has attracted the attention of corporations, like Starbucks, Dell, and Nike and has generated over 100 million views for causes like ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. Von Wong was recently named one of Adweek's 11 content branded masterminds. He is a motivational speaker and educator whose mission is to help make positive impact unforgettable.In this episode Von Wong explores what the term Artivist means to him and why since 2016 he’s only done social impact work, including the projects Strawpocalypse, Plastikophobia, and Tallest Closet. He explains why he wouldn’t be where he is today if he didn’t openly share his process via behind the scenes videos to a global audience, many of whom now volunteer to help with his big ideas such as gathering 168k straws off the streets. We talk about leaving a career as a hard rock mining engineer, why he resonates so much with unicorns, and the need for creatives to always readapt as the world evolves around us. This is We Are Photographers with Benjamin Von Wong and this is his story.Connect with Von Wong at vonwong.com and unforgettablelabs.com, IG @vonwong, TW @thevonwong, YT @thevonwong    Listen to all of the We Are Photographers podcast episodes on CreativeLive or subscribe & listen anywhere you get your podcasts!

Épisode 247 : Le zéro déchet sur Instagram ? C’est une thématique forte qui commence à se faire entendre de façon notable sur les Réseaux Sociaux. Les sociauxnautes de réunissent pour changer les choses, pour imaginer un monde sans plastique, mener des actions citoyennes de nettoyage de plages et plus généralement aliment alerter sur les dégâts liés aux déchets plastiques. En tapant le hashtag -#zérodéchet, on trouve plus de 520 000 publications. -#zerowaste, son équivalent en anglais, propose 3,6 millions de publications. Des conseils de grand mère, des tutos vidéos , des photos d’actrices et acteurs du quotidien. Ils se réunissent pour changer les choses. Pour imaginer un monde sans plastique, mener des actions citoyennes de nettoyage de plages et plus généralement aliment alerter sur les dégats liés aux déchets plastiques. Le plastique au coeur de toutes les préoccupations. Le plastique est sans aucun doute l’un des plus grands fléaux pour l’environnement. Les emballages, à eux seuls, constituent la moitié des déchets plastiques fabriqués dans le monde. Environ 50% du plastique consommé n’est utilisé qu’une seule et unique fois avant d’être jeté, et la dégradation d’une simple bouteille en plastique prend plus de 450 ans. Sur les Réseaux Sociaux, l’overdose de plastique commence à se faire entendre. Les Hashtags: #zérodéchet, on trouve plus de 520 000 publications. #zeroplastic 92,3k publications. #noplastic : 903 175 publications #plasticwaste 111726 publications #plasticpollution 462 900 publications #plasticocean 110 837 publications —— @plasticobsessedjapan Instagram : 6k followers Le compte Instagram @PlasticObsessedJapan, dénonce le phénomène du sur-emballage au montage en soulignant l’absurdité. Dans les supermarchés japonais, on peut observer les fruits emballés de façon absurde dans plusieurs couches de plastiques. De la même façon, les pots en verres sont recouverts d’un emballage plastique, et même les lots de cannette. —— Notre planète est submergée par les débris plastiques dont la grande majorité provient des pays les plus pauvres du monde, où l‘élimination ou le recyclage sont en grande partie impossibles. [Plastik Bank : unmouvement citoyen anti-plastique et anti-pauvreté][1] 40 K L’idée d’un jeune entrepreneur Américain David Katz Pour débarrasser la planète des déchets plastiques, Plastic Bank paie les ramasseurs de déchets dans les pays en développement. Cette structure est une véritable Arme anti-déchets et pauvreté ! Les déchets de plastique deviennent ainsi une « monnaie d’échange » qui permet aux ouvriers de sortir de la pauvreté, tout en contribuant à la dépollution Le processus est financé par la fabrication de billes en plastique utilisables par l’industrie (Marks and Spencers, Starbucks ou Henkel par exemple), notamment pour les imprimantes 3D qui peuvent, bénéfice supplémentaire, fabriquer des outils nécessaires dans la vie des ramasseurs eux-mêmes. Le mouvement « Social Plastic » En 2013, David Katz est rejoint par Shaun Frankson, qui invente la notion de « Plastique social », à l’image de l’« économie sociale ». L’idée est non seulement de ramasser le plastique qui s’accumule sur la terre et dans les mers, mais de travailler à la source du problème, en sensibilisant les fabricants d’emballages à la nécessité de réduire la proportion de plastique. Sur leur compte instagram Des packagings / objets qui ont été conçus avec leur « plastique social » Des marques qui ont rejoint le mouvement Des jolies photos d’animaux pour faire culpabiliser Des photos de paysages saccagés pour faire réagir Des photos / vidéos d’actions sur le terrain > Dans la mangrove à Bali @vonwong 114k followers sur Instagram Le projet artistique et militant de Benjamin Von Wong, "Mermaids hate plastic" En 2050, il y aura plus de plastique que de poissons peuplant les océans. Pour nous sensibiliser à la cause environnementale, et en particulier à la pollution des océans par le plastique, le jeune photographe canadien Benjamin Von Wong met en scène une sirène noyée dans un océan de bouteilles en plastique. Objectif : rendre la pollution plastique plus partageable avec une sirène et 10.000 bouteilles en plastique L’objectif de Von Wong est de susciter l’intérêt du public pour ce sujet souvent considéré comme ennuyeux et pessimiste. Uns mission utiliser le beau et le sensationnel pour que le sujet puisse être relayé et partager sur les RS. Les 10.000 bouteilles utilisées pour le shooting ont été prêtées par une usine de tri locale. En quelques jours, une petite armée de bénévoles a trié chaque bouteille par couleur et retiré leur 10.000 bouchons et étiquettes. Elles ont ensuite été disposées dans entrepôt prêté par un ami du photographe pour créer une scène aussi belle que flippante. Cette série photo impressionnante et incontestablement engagée est accompagnée d’une pétition visant à réduire la surconsommation de plastique : #MermaidsHatePlastic. —— [Plastic Odyssey][4] : une expédition autour du monde contre le plastique 4,1K abonnés Instagram Les jeunes du Plastic Odyssey – Simon Bernard, Alexandre Dechelotte, Bob Vrignaud et Benjamin de Molliens, âgés de 24 à 30 ans Embarquez à bord du premier navire qui avance grâce aux déchets plastiques Le constat : 19 tonnes de plastique entrent dans l’Océan chaque minute Une fois en mer, il est trop tard. Le plastique coule ou se décompose en micro-particules impossibles à récupérer. Leurs Objectifs : Étudier : les cultures, les rapports aux plastiques et les besoins locaux Initier : la création de petites usines du recyclage et des initiatives de réduction des déchets Faire éclore des initiatives locales dans les régions les plus touchées par la pollution plastique. **Leur expédition : ** Départ fin 2020 :Leur navire « Ulysse », Ce bateau de six mètres de long, équipé d’un pyrolyseur, est capable de transformer des déchets plastiques non recyclables en carburant. Depuis dix jours, lPlus de 30 escales sur les 3 continents les plus touchés par la pollution plastique Amérique du sud - Afrique - Asie Leurs machines de réutilisation plastique seront toutes en open source Sur leur compte : Ils donnent un rdv par mois pour venir parler des problématiques plastique on pouvait suivre l’avancée des travaux sur le bateau avant la première mise à l’eau Les marques s'engagent contre le plastique Reflétant l'inquiétude grandissante du public face au désastre imminent auquel notre monde naturel est confronté, les marques mettent à jour leurs références écologiques. Les marques se trouvent maintenant dans une position où elles doivent s’aligner sur l’esprit soucieux de l’environnement des consommateurs modernes (que la nature de leurs activités reflète ou non ce qu’elles disent). La durabilité et l'environnementalisme façonnent désormais bon nombre des campagnes marketing Lego Redoublant d'efforts pour faire face à la crise actuelle du plastique, Lego a lancé ses propres blocs en canne à sucre . Le géant danois du jouet a lancé une gamme de briques en forme de plante, baptisée "Plantes à partir de plantes ». Ikea Ikea a également intensifié ses activations de marque; en 2019, pour promouvoir l'ouverture de son nouveau magasin durable à Greenwich, la marque a lancé deux grands bateaux de bain dans la Tamise afin de nettoyer la rivière de plastique. Ce plastique a ensuite été collecté et utilisé pour fabriquer une sculpture à afficher au magasin. . . . Le Super Daily est le podcast quotidien sur les réseaux sociaux. Il est fabriqué avec une pluie d'amour par les équipes de Supernatifs. Nous sommes une agence social media basée à Lyon. Nous aidons les entreprises à créer des relations durables et rentables avec leurs audiences. 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Interview with Benjamin Von Wong, Hyper-Realist Art Conceptual Photographer and Winner of the Content Branded Mastermind by Adweek

Award-winning photographer, artist and activist Benjamin Von Wong joins us in the Spin Studio for a conversation on design, culture, and social impact with Spin President & Co-Founder, Euwyn Poon. Benjamin Von Wong tells epic stories through surreal photography and videography experiences. He is best known for his award-winning large-scale art installations tied to environmental activism and social impact causes including ocean plastics, electronic waste, and fashion pollution. Most recently, he was named one of Adweek's 11 branded content masterminds

Benjamin Von Wong is a world-renowned photographer who decided to use his talents to make a difference. He never set out to be a photographer, and he became one almost by accident. Nevertheless, in the space of the past 5 years since he quit his day job as a mining engineer, he’s earned a worldwide reputation as a brilliantly original photographic artist, and was even named one of four winners of this year’s Imaging Alliance award for Visionary Photographers. Benjamin now creates fantastical visual worlds through photography, virally promoting worthy causes, then posts them on his website so people can experience the creative process in a visceral way. Something he’s known for is creating work that looks hyper-realistic and photoshopped, but it’s based on capturing images of what is actually in front of his camera. In this conversation, Branden and Benjamin dive deep into the importance of using your curiosity  to make a positive impact in this world — and figuring out how to do that in a creative way that makes people care. soundsgoodpodcast.com/benjamin

Benjamin Von Wong is a viral campaign creator focused on supporting social and environmental causes. He talks to Chef Clarke about using art to inspire change change, traveling the world with a little help from the social network, and yak cheese.  

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"You can live a certain way your entire life and charge down a route with a super firm belief. And that can give you strength, it can give you compassion, it can give you the willpower to achieve anything. And then, the minute that faith is broken, hypothetically, you can completely revert 180 degrees in the complete opposite direction. And that possibility of change is just really fascinating to me how one single point in time, one single action can change everything." | Benjamin Wong AKA Von Wong sits down to talk human to me about the unlimited range of flexibility in which people can stretch and change over time. | Talk Human To Me is a podcast for entrepreneurs, that has nothing to do with entrepreneurship. Listen in as doers, makers, & creators remind us about all the other parts that make us complete humans. Benjamin's Website: vonwong.com (http://www.vonwong.com/) Podcast Website:  www.talkhumanto.me (https://www.talkhumanto.me/) Host Website:  www.jeffreychadshiau.com (https://www.jeffreychadshiau.com/) Equipment & Software: Yeti Microphone: http://amzn.to/2xPQffU Ice Microphone: http://amzn.to/2x8nveN by Blue Microphones Audacity for Mac WD My Passport Ultra 1 TB: http://amzn.to/2fC0wCB Macbook Pro Retina 15inch Late 2013 Transcription by Scribie.com - https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=GD5m8iq4li4&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fscribie.com%2Faccount%2Fsign-up%3Frc%3D4fd1b5cc0858404ab543b84dbe3484a0086961fe&redir_token=lI3DluiKe37cajaAgTYq1MXbZYR8MTUwNzA0MzA5OEAxNTA2OTU2Njk4 * These are affiliate links! This means if you purchase these items through these links, you are supporting me with some income! Thanks in advance. Music: Smile by Daniel Alan Gautreau Tiny Bits by Felipe Adorno Vassao Time and Reflection by Bjorn Lynne Retro Video Game Hotseat by Bjorn Lynne

Motivated by the desire to be creatively challenged and overcome impossibilities, Benjamin Von Wong has become notorious for his epic photography. His hyper-realistic art style captures viewers in a fusion of special effects and innovative concepts. Benjamin's background in engineering gives him a unique edge for creative problem solving, where technical challenges become friendly competition. Fueled by his passion to connect people, Benjamin has an affinity for finding unique talent to bring his complex stories to life. He is also highly engaged in the photographic society by sharing his experiences and techniques through blogs, social media, workshops and videos. Resources: Download the free Candid Frame app for your favorite smart device. Click here to download for . Click here to download Click here to download for Support the work we do at The Candid Frame with contributing to our Patreon effort.  You can do this by visiting or visiting the website and clicking on the Patreon button. You can also provide a one-time donation via . You can follow Ibarionex on and .

In this episode of the Fashion Photography Podcast we meet Benjamin Von Wong. (instagram@vonwong) Mermaids, creating big projects and awesome tips for staying creative. Want to submit to Jute Magazine? Do it here! Want to listen offline on your device? Download the episode from here (right-click and Save link as) If you feel like you need a consultation you can find Verginiya Yancheva here. (instagram@vyancheva) JOIN US ON: Facebook and Google+ Links in this episode: Broncolor

Episode 133 of the PetaPixel Photography Podcast. Download MP3 -  Subscribe via iTunes, Google Play or RSS! Featured: Photographer Benjamin Von Wong In This Episode If you subscribe to the PetaPixel Photography Podcast in iTunes, please take a moment to rate and review us and help us move up in the rankings so others interested in photography may find us. Photographer Benjamin Von Wong opens the show. Thanks Benjamin! What do mermaids look like on 10,000 plastic bottles? To raise awareness for the pollution caused by plastic bottles in the world's oceans and the 450 years it takes for them to degrade, photographer Benjamin Von Wong brings this to life in a series of stunning photos. (#) Canon files a patent for lenses with mounts on both ends. (#) Another series of patents from Canon shows a sensor with its ends curved as well as a sensor that is electronically controlled. (#) Syrp introduces a cool new variable ND filter with 5 to 10 stops. (#) Adobe brings Touch Bar support to Photoshop CC, but is it a help or a hinderance after years of doing things without it? (#) A groom allegedly ignores warnings to ground his drone and injures two of his friends. (#) Take our annual listener survey by clicking here please. Outtakes Connect With Us Thank you for listening to the PetaPixel Photography Podcast! Connect with me, Sharky James on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook (all @LensShark) as we build this community. We’d love to answer your question on the show. Leave us an audio question through our voicemail widget, comment below or via social media. But audio questions are awesome! You can also cut a show opener for us to play on the show! As an example: “Hi, this is Matt Smith with Double Heart Photography in Chicago, Illinois, and you’re listening to the PetaPixel Photography Podcast with Sharky James!”

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Four More Years, Four More Years……… For those who do not know, FroKnowsPhoto launched on June 1st 2010 and June 1st marked the four year anniversary of the site.   Wow, I have never lasted in a job longer than a year let along four years at the same place.  I owe so much to you guys out there you continue to support all of the content. I read your e mails, I see your comments and I truly appreciate all of the support.    I took some time during this weeks show to discuss the future and where I think things are going for me and the site.  I answered questions about the last four years as well as read some of your favorite moments.  Regardless of wether you have been a reader since day one or you just found the site this week, THANK YOU.    So here is a HUGE THANK YOU for your support and to the future where ever it takes FroKnowsPhoto.com.   In honor of the four year anniversary I am going to give you a code worth $5 OFF your order of $19 or more at Store.froknowsphoto.com. The code is "4years". This sale will run until June 7th 2014. The code is good towards regularly priced items. So if you are trying to purchase a combo deal the code will not work.   I am giving Heidi control of 40 FREE thingies to randomly give away in orders. There will be a BlackRapid Strap or two, Lens Cloths, DVDs, Winter Hats, Mouse Pads and anything else she want's to give away randomly. Be sure to leave a comment in the comment section with why you should get one of those 40 random pieces of goodness.   Stephen hits us with his photo news as he has for almost a year at this point before we jump into a really interesting interview.      A few weeks back when I was in Israel I sat down with Mr. Benjamin Von Wong.  His work is “tremendous”, thought out and full of quality and imagination.  There are very few photographers out there who can think and see the world the way Von Wong does. I think you will glean some really important information from this interview.         Enjoy the show and don’t forget to subscribe on iTunes and YouTube.