Podcasts about nektarios

In This Episode It is 2014, and Breaking Banks host Jason Henrichs is having coffee with Nektarios Liolios, an early leader in financial services innovation. Jason is in London—the uncontested fintech capital of the world at the time—sitting in the shadow of the Tower of London, seeking advice during what feels like the wreckage of his life post-Perkstreet.Nektarios, today's guest, was on a journey of his own. He joined SWIFT, the global payments messaging service, in 2007 and held various roles, from working with funds to collaborating with startups. He had recently left to co-found Startup Boot Camp Fintech and Rainmaking Innovation, a corporate innovation studio. He stepped away from both five years later for a period of reflection—which you'll hear about—before co-founding another fintech venture, Radish Credit, which recently wound down. Along the way, he's gathered an abundance of hard-earned wisdom. For those unfamiliar with Killing It, the name comes from a private joke between Jason and his Perkstreet co-founder. When asked how things were going, they would say, “We're killing it,” then mutter under their breath, “like putting a knife in it.” Perkstreet, founded in 2008, was one of the first neobanks and one that crash-landed when an acquisition fell through. Listen in as Jason and Nektarios continue the candid conversation they began years ago. Breaking Banks' Killing It series isn't just about startup failures; it's about transitions and changes in identity. It's about founders who sell successfully, only to see their dream owned by someone else. It's about entrepreneurs who step away or are forced to. Killing It is about the journey of reinvention. This episode is a masterclass in entrepreneurship from a seasoned fintech founder, ecosystem builder, and mental health advocate.

In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo is joined by industry veteran Nektarios Liolios, a pioneering force in the field of fintech. Nektarios shares his journey from Innotribe and Startupbootcamp, to Rainmaker and his work with founders. He delves into the intrinsic challenges founders face, the often-overlooked mental health aspects, and the high pressure environment within the fintech and startup ecosystem. From corporate innovation to entrepreneurship, this insightful conversation lays bare the realities and resilience needed to thrive in this demanding industry. Essential listening for anyone interested in the inside workings of fintech, startup culture, and the human aspects often left in the shadows.Hot take: Do we care about entrepreneurs as individuals?

In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse! Theo is joined by industry veteran Nektarios Liolios, a pioneering force in the field of fintech. Nektarios shares his journey from Innotribe and Startupbootcamp, to Rainmaker and his work with founders. He delves into the intrinsic challenges founders face, the often-overlooked mental health aspects, and the high pressure environment within the fintech and startup ecosystem. From corporate innovation to entrepreneurship, this insightful conversation lays bare the realities and resilience needed to thrive in this demanding industry. Essential listening for anyone interested in the inside workings of fintech, startup culture, and the human aspects often left in the shadows.Hot take: Do we care about entrepreneurs as individuals? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Safety Guru, we welcome Dr. Nektarios Karanikas, Associate Professor in the Health, Safety, and Environment discipline at Queensland University of Technology. He shares enlightening insights from his recently published research on "Redefining Health, Risk, and Safety" and explores their interconnectedness. Dr. Karanikas emphasizes the importance of leaders recognizing that safety is a duty, actively engaging with safety professionals, and listening to foster a culture of safety within organizations. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable perspectives from Dr. Karanikas—listen now! About the Guest: Dr. Nektarios Karanikas is an Associate Professor in the Health, Safety, and Environment discipline at Queensland University of Technology (AU). He holds an MSc in Human Factors and Safety Assessment from Cranfield University (UK) and a PhD in Safety and Quality Management from Middlesex University (UK). Nektarios has 19 years of experience in the Hellenic Air Force, specializing in safety, quality management, and accident investigations, and served as a lecturer in safety and human factors. He has published two edited books and numerous peer-reviewed articles and has presented at over 100 events. Nektarios is also an active volunteer in various scientific and professional activities. For more information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nektarioskaranikas/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Nektarios Karantonis; Proïstamenos (pastor) of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Missoula. He had a calling on his life at a young age and never wavered. After serving in various roles across the country, his family landed in Missoula and have planted their roots here. Get to know him and part of the greek community in this fascinating episode.Learn more about Annunciation: https://annunciationmt.com/

Nektarios Totikos, 28 Jahre alt, hat seine Masterarbeit im Bereich Künstliche Intelligenz am renommierten MIT, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, in den USA geschrieben. Das Fundament dieser Laufbahn in der Wissenschaft hat er sich selber geschaffen. Unterstützung von seinen Eltern gab es nicht. Totikos hat viele Jahre seines Lebens in Heimen verbracht.

In this episode of the NAKED podcast, our hosts Nektarios, Vladimira, and our guest, Emmalyn Shaw from Flourish Ventures, explore the importance of prioritising psychological safety in entrepreneurship and venture capital. The discussion centres around how Flourish Ventures prioritises mental health and well-being within their organisation and how they support their portfolio companies, Specific topics covered in the episode include: The recognition of mental health and well-being in the venture capital community. How Flourish Ventures supports their portfolio entrepreneurs's wellbeing. The role that venture capital firms can play in providing mental health support to entrepreneurs. Different playbooks and interventions for investors to support entrepreneurs dealing with mental health challenges.

Listen to St. Nektarios praise these holy mothers who raised some of the greatest saints the earth has ever seen. He describes how these holy women planted Christ in their sons' hearts and cultivated the grace to maturity. How critical the role of the mother is in raising children and how firm the foundation she can lay down in the hearts and minds of her children. -St. Nonna is the mother of St. John Chrysostom -St. Anthousa is the mother of St. Gregory the Theologian -St. Emmelia is the mother of St. Basil the Great, St. Gregory of Nyssa, St. Macrina the Younger, St. Peter of Sebaste, and St. Theosebia This is an excerpt from "Mothers and the Upbringing of Children" by St. Nektarios of Aegina https://youtu.be/_e4Fn_MsxLI A new book I suggest reading for those interested in Orthodox education, homeschooling and more: "Formation in the Love of Truth: Principles of Orthodox Education" by Archpriest Peter Heers: https://uncutmountainpress.com/shop/product/formation-in-the-love-of-truth-principles-of-orthodox-education/ _______ -EDUCATION: Orthodox education resources at Saint Kosmas Orthodox Education Association: https://saintkosmas.org/ -PREGNANCY RESOURCES: ZOE for life! is a support center (in person and online) for women needing recourse for unplanned and planned pregnancies, adoption, and more: https://zoeforlife.org/ -BOOK: Orthodox Christian Parenting by Zoe Press: https://www.zoepress.us/all-books-cds/orthodox-christian-parenting-recipes-for-raising-children-2020-2nd-edition -PRAYER: Akathist to the Mother of God, "Nurturer of Children": https://www.akathists.com/the-most-holy-theotokos/nurturer-of-children/ -PODCAST: Admonitions for Parents - St. John Chrysostom: https://youtu.be/lFcUbGHnU28 -PODCAST: The Holy Childhood of Archbishop John Maximovitch (OW podcast): https://youtu.be/hXB4wW4iozw -TEXT OF THIS PODCAST: https://saintkosmas.org/st-nektarios-mothers-and-the-upbringing-of-children -FIND A CHURCH: Find an Orthodox parish and monastery near you: https://orthodoxyinamerica.org/ _______ St. Nektarios writes: These mothers, desiring to educate their children as perfectly as possible and to polish their minds through Greek learning and knowledge, did not at all hesitate to entrust them to pagan teachers, so that they might be suitably developed intellectually. They considered the teachers' heterodoxy of no importance, because they had confidence in themselves, confidence that by their own example they had wholly channeled their own love for true learning and their fervent zeal for religion into their children's hearts. They recognized that nothing would be strong enough to shake their sons' religious principles and convictions, because these principles and convictions had been carefully built upon a rock! Consistent, then, with their convictions, Nonna and Emmelia, the good and noble mothers of Basil and Gregory, sent them off to Athens, to the hearth of learning and enlightenment, but the center also of idolatry, where the pagan religion was enthroned with all its magnificence. But their confidence was not disappointed, for the two young students, having alive in the hearth of their heart the fire of faith in Christ, remained uninfluenced during the whole period of their studies. What radiant examples we have before us in these pious mothers! What wondrous images! What wondrous models! Who can deny that it is the mothers who produce great and virtuous men? _______ Orthodox Wisdom is dedicated to sharing the writings and lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church. Glory to Jesus Christ! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/orthodox-wisdom/message

Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days, but it's also shrouded in myths and misconceptions. From job-stealing robots to biased algorithms, there's a lot of information out there that just isn't true. Join us on this exciting podcast with Nektarios Charalampous and Punit Bhatia where we'll demystify the biggest AI myths with the help of the top AI voice on LinkedIn! We'll separate fact from fiction, explore the true potential of AI, and answer your burning questions.  KEY CONVERSATION POINT  00:01:48 Debunking myths around AI.  00:01:56 How did you end up or get into this AI field?  00:09:26 Is AI more intelligent than humans?   00:13:25 What artificial intelligence can do?  00:16:11 Can AI be autonomous that it can do things by itself?  00:21:40 Is AI more fair and more unbiased than human beings?   00:26:11 Does AI only work for big companies?   00:26:14 Does AI work for large corporations who have large projects or programs?   ABOUT THE GUEST  Meet Nektarios, the Business Operations Director at Amdocs, whose passion for streamlining processes and empowering teams knows no bounds. With an impressive background boasting an MBA and PMP certification, Nektarios has honed their skills in driving efficiency and leading operations to new heights. But their expertise goes beyond traditional operations; hailing from a technology background, Nektarios is deeply intrigued by the transformative potential of AI, Web 3.0, and blockchain technology. They firmly believe in staying ahead of the curve, continuously innovating to understand the profound impact of emerging technologies on businesses and society. A lifelong learner and advocate for growth, Nektarios is always eager to connect with like-minded individuals, expand their horizons, and share insights. With an unwavering commitment to listening to new perspectives and embracing lifelong learning, Nektarios is poised to make a lasting impact in the ever-evolving landscape of business and technology.  ABOUT THE HOST  Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.  Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR” which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.  As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one's value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life' which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.  RESOURCES  Websites www.fit4privacy.com, www.punitbhatia.com  Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast  Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog  YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fit4privacy/message

In this episode of the NAKED podcast, our hosts Nektarios, Vladimira, and our guest, Fatin, explore the anxiety Fatin faced whilst she was building her first business. The discussion centres on the experience of being a female entrepreneur in an emerging market, the journey towards self-awareness regarding one's mental health, and the tools necessary for navigating life after facing such unexpected obstacles. Specific topics covered in the episode include: Fatin's personal account of dealing with anxiety and its impact on her ability to function in daily work life. Her exploration of multiple paths to recovery, including individual therapy, group therapy and building a support system. The episode also touches on how she navigated her co-founder relationships at this time, highlighting the need for empathy and uncomfortable conversations to maintain a healthy business environment. Strategies for distinguishing one's self-worth from one's business achievements. Reflections on the entrepreneurial experience in Pakistan as a woman, offering a perspective on the challenges and rewards of building a business in an emerging market. Join Nektarios, Vladimira, and Fatin as they discuss the intersections of entrepreneurship, mental health, and personal growth, offering valuable lessons and strategies for navigating the complexities of startup life in an emerging market.

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Nektarios Liolios, a true FinTech trailblazer, a passionate entrepreneur, and a dedicated mental health advocate. In this episode, we'll dive into Nektarios' wealth of experience and insights on the evolution of FinTech, building thriving startup communities, investing in early-stage ventures, and fostering a more inclusive and mentally healthy entrepreneurial landscape. KEY TAKEAWAYS          When I started the accelerators we were riding the first wave of glorified entrepreneurship in 2011-13. Startups were cool, & we created artificial pressure around building things faster than in the wild. There were glimpses of people struggling, but I really didn't take them too seriously. The real understanding of how bad people's mental health was affected in the early stages of building a business wasn't something I was fully aware of. But It became clearer to me as we progressed with building these programmes. In 2018 I lost my Dad the day after I finished work at the accelerator, I had to deal with the mess that comes with leaving behind a big chunk of my identity. I thought, perhaps there's room to do something about this & I joined a woman I knew who had started Founder Anonymous within the VC fund she worked with to give founders the space to talk about how hard it actually is. There's a bag of things: Identity, loneliness, imposter syndrome, co-founder conflict, there are so many things that naturally happen in life that are concentrated within the world of building a startup & these people are completely left to their own devices & deal with these challenges. I got into entrepreneurship in my mid-40s, so I already feel I was a little more prepared for these things than younger entrepreneurs who haven't had a lot of life experience. But, I wasn't expecting my identity to be so messed up. The challenges between someone who works in the corporate world compared to someone who works in the entrepreneurial world are different, especially for founders. You don't have the same support system. In the corporate world, you can take some time off, and talk to HR, there may even be support initiatives. But founders are very specific kinds of animals, it takes a particular type of makeup to become one in the first place. Research shows that entrepreneurs are more likely to have anxiety, depression, and neurodiversity manifestations (ADHD, bipolar) in their family history.   BEST MOMENTS ‘The outside picture is that startups are cool & the hustle is cool & you need to ruin yourself because the potential returns of a successful startup isn't comparable to corporate life, I want to demystify that.'‘We were part of the problem; we cared about the business, we didn't care about the people behind the business.'‘We want to build a business where we don't want to kill ourselves. That doesn't mean we're not working hard, it means being allowed to say I'm struggling. Authenticity is important.'‘There's a link between wanting to be your own boss & experiencing certain mental health issues.' ABOUT THE GUEST Nektarios Liolios is a visionary FinTech entrepreneur, investor, ecosystem builder, and mental health advocate with a passion for driving positive change. His work has taken him around the globe, closely collaborating with hundreds of entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses in London, New York, Singapore, Dubai, Amsterdam, and Melbourne. His dedication to entrepreneurship, collaboration, and improving lives has earned him recognition as a FinTech veteran and a spot on the Pride in FinTech Powerlist 2023. LinkedIn Innovate Finance The Future Farm ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew, a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers & accelerating over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner.  Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook TikTok Email Website  

In this NAKED podcast episode, our hosts Nektarios, Vladimira, and our guest, Emma, explore the complex emotions and challenges that came up for her after exiting a startup.  They discuss the importance of addressing unresolved issues from the past, understanding one's motivations for success, and the role of mental health and self-awareness in navigating post-exit life. Specific topics covered in the episode include: The unexpected emotional impact and identity crisis following a startup exit. The journey of self-discovery and the importance of reconnecting with personal values, friends, and interests. Strategies and toolkits for rebuilding oneself and integrating self-care and wellness practices into daily life. The significance of acknowledging and addressing mental health struggles that may arise after significant life changes. Reflecting on the entrepreneurial experience and its lessons for personal growth and future endeavors. Join Nektarios, Vladimira, and Emma as they discuss navigating the aftermath of a startup exit, the path to personal recovery, and the strategies for building a fulfilling life beyond entrepreneurship.

The towering figure of St. Nektarios offers a speech at the opening of a gymnasium in 1893, showing forth the purpose of a fit physique and the relationship between soul and body. St. Nektarios published this speech in 1894. Reading from "For Mind and Heart: St. Nektarios as Teacher" by Newrome Press, pp. 45-52. -BUY "For Mind and Heart: St. Nektarios as Teacher": https://newromepress.com/for-mind-and-heart-st.-nektarios-as-teacher/ -READ the entire speech here: https://www.orthodoxethos.com/post/on-exercise-by-st-nektarios-of-aegina -FIND an Orthodox parish and monastery near you: https://orthodoxyinamerica.org/ ______ St. Nektarios teaches: Wherefore, as all know well, the training and exercise of both body and soul are inborn duties set upon man by both his very nature and his calling since a healthy body serves the soul willingly and readily, while a soul which has cultivated its faculties is sound, healthy, and governs the body prudently. Although great care and concern is required in order is to cultivate these two, one should not fall into extremes, and the care for the body of he who exercises ought to be especially measured. On the one hand, according to Aristotle, the extreme cultivation of the soul undermines the body through excessive strain, while on the other hand, the extreme cultivation of the body undermines the soul through unceasing exertion — the second is the greater evil, on account of it amounting to the corruption of what is more excellent. Very rightly, then, it is said that prudence is found in the mean: "Everything in moderation," and, "Nothing in excess." Immoderate concern for the body, excessive exercise, doubly damages the soul: it damages it indirectly through subsequent illness, and directly through the body's gaining excessive strength. The excessive strength of the body arising out of unceasing concern for it renders it wild, difficult to manage, independently-minded, bold, and unyielding in the face of the soul's dictates. The soul, having become weak, deprived of power, compromised by inactivity, gives the body boldness to rebel against the spirit and prompts it to try and completely subjugate it, to bring it under the dominion of its strength. It renders the enslaved soul an instrument by means of which the body's irrational impulses are fulfilled, corrupting it and causing whatever may be found in it that is noble to vanish. Therefore, neither the attainment of athleticism nor unrivaled muscular strength should be the aim of exercise, but rather the building of bodily strength for the sake of ready satisfaction of the demands of the spirit and the fulfillment of those duties set upon it. The aim of exercise is not to produce athletes for the games, but, rather, perfectly formed men capable of any undertaking, for it is well-known that exercise by means of habit renders one more ready for struggles, and more industrious through a familiarity with hard work. Our ancient ancestors became noble and good men through measured bodily exercise and the parallel development of the soul's powers; they became great, all-beautiful, and glorious; they proved themselves most beneficial to the nation and humanity through the degree of civility they attained, and the memory they left behind is holy and unforgettable. Gentlemen, bodily exercise and spiritual development are the axes around which perfect education and perfect formation revolve, and from these follow happiness, glory, and greatness. The man who is cultivated on both planes will be happy, a man who stands out, who thinks big, who accomplishes big things, who is strong and capable of every undertaking, who is beneficial in all situations. ______ Orthodox Wisdom is dedicated to sharing the writings and lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church. Glory to Jesus Christ! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/orthodox-wisdom/message

In this NAKED podcast episode, our hosts Nektarios, Vladimira, and our guest, Lottie, discuss her breakdown and how it took her by surprise.  They discuss learning to look out for signals, the importance of introspection and self-awareness and how to get better by integrating wellbeing into one's life.  Specific topics covered in the episode include: What does the experience of a breakdown look like? Understanding one's own needs and starting with small steps to meet those needs. Integrating routines into a busy life and making them non-negotiable. The importance of sleep and exercise  Planning for when you sense it might be happening again The role of a sharing with people for support and accountability Join Vladimira, Nektarios, and Lottie as they discuss breakdowns, strategies for getting better and integrating wellbeing into the demands of a founder's life. #NAKEDPodcast #foundershealth #mentalhealth #empowerment #podcast #entrepreneurship

In this episode, Michael and Bryce discuss how having endurance can help us all to become saints. They also talk about how St. Nektarios of Aegina and St. John Maximovich were great examples of men who lived lives of Godly endurance. Register for the AMEN Conference & Retreat at https://domse.org/event/amen-conference-retreat/

In this NAKED podcast episode, our hosts Nektarios, Vladimira, and our guest, Eia, discuss neurodiversity, coping with depression and trauma, and the importance of vulnerability and ongoing growth. They also discuss tactics for communicating diagnoses of neurodiversity and navigating societal perceptions while operating in a team or co-founding relationship. Through Eia's experiences and insights, they offer advice for individuals starting their mental health journeys while working in the entrepreneurial space. Specific topics covered in the episode include: • Neurodiversity and its impact on individuals' lives • Coping with depression, suicidal ideation, and trauma • Seeking the right kind of support and being open to new experiences • The importance of vulnerability and the ongoing process of learning and growth • Communicating diagnoses of neurodiversity, such as ADHD and autism, with the outside world • Navigating societal perceptions and self-acceptance of neurodiversity traits • Strategies for operating in a team or co-founding relationship while being aware of one's mental health needs and neurodiversity traits In addition, they discuss the following questions: 1. How do individuals communicate their diagnoses of neurodiversity, such as ADHD and autism, with the outside world, especially in the context of leadership roles and team dynamics? 2. What are the challenges and strategies for operating in a team or co-founding relationship while being aware of one's mental health needs and neurodiversity traits? 3. What are the experiences of individuals who have been diagnosed with conditions like ADHD and autism, and how do they navigate societal perceptions and self-acceptance? 4. How can individuals use creativity as a tool for self-exploration and personal growth in the context of entrepreneurship? Join Vladimira, Nektarios, and Eia as they discuss neurodiversity (including ADHD & Autism), coping with depression, trauma, and the challenges of leadership and team dynamics in entrepreneurial settings. #NAKEDPodcast #foundershealth #mentalhealth #empowerment #podcast #entrepreneurship

From Australia and Newcastle, Nektarios Tsakalos found himself in his parents' birthplace, Greece. A few years later, fate and his talent brought him to play for the Greek national team in the Rugby League. - Από την Αυστραλία και το Νιούκαστλ, ο Νεκτάριος Τσάκαλος βρέθηκε στον τόπο γέννησης των γονιών του την Ελλάδα. Λίγα χρόνια αργότερα η μοίρα, αλλά και το ταλέντο του, τον έφεραν να αγωνίζεται για την εθνική Ελλάδας στο Ράγκμπι Λιγκ.

Nektarios S. Antoniou, is the new Principal Cantor of the Ascension Cathedral, Oakland, is a member of the American Academy of Composers, Authors and Publishers, writes & produces Music for PBS' "The Life of Loi". He is the Founding & Artistic Director of Schola Cantorum (which recorded the encyclopedic: “A Story of the City: Constantinople-Istanbul” with a Grammy Award winning and nominated cast). He produced, curated the Byzantine Music for the "Augmented Realities Series" for the Behrakis Galleries, in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and Arvo Pärt's haunting O Holy Father Nicholas at the MET Museum (including being featured in 13 Pop Up concerts). He was the convener, conductor and soloist for the UCLA/USC's acclaimed "Byzantine Soundscapes". He taught Byzantine music at Hellenic College for ten years, and Directed the Department of Greek Music and Chant at the Conservatory of Northern Greece/ Conservatoire de Thessalonique. He returned to the US as Principal Cantor and Director of Culture at the Holy Trinity Archdiocesan Cathedral. At Yale he was awarded the University's ISM Director's Prize, conducted, directed and presented cultural programs; the CREDO concert for Jaroslav Pelican and introduced the Summer Iconography Studio. He has authored, edited and translated several books and catalogues including Maestro Dimitri Mitropoulos' Autograph Notes with Dr. Nicholas Zervas of Harvard.Polis Ensemble: Hellenic SoundPolis Ensemble: Calanda (Music Art Lab, 2023)

In this NAKED podcast episode, serial entrepreneur Hardi shares with us how he would start a company and struggled two years in, each stage spurred by difficulties due to a reluctance to face responsibilities. The conversation unfolds to reveal Hardi's pivotal moment when burnout, both physically and mentally, led to both his body and his relationships collapsing. His way to deal with this was to avoid addressing the underlying issues and to numb himself with substances. Vladimira and Nektarios enquire about the signs Hardi ignored, the impact of his behaviour on his team, and his exploration of psychedelic-assisted therapy to comprehend childhood traumas influencing his behaviour. Specific topics covered in the episode include: • Starting companies and then leaving them • Patterns and avoidance of responsibilities • Experience of burnout • Coping mechanisms during burnout • Impact on relationships and team dynamics • Seeking help through mentorship and coaching • Exploration of psychedelic-assisted therapy In addition, they discuss the following questions: 1. What signs of burnout did Hardi recognize as an entrepreneur, and how did they affect him? 2. How did burnout impact his personal and professional relationships? 3. How would he define burnout, and how did it manifest for him? 4. Why did he follow a pattern of leaving businesses and avoiding responsibilities? 5. How was his journey seeking help through mentorship? 6. How did psychedelic-assisted therapy contribute to his personal growth? 7. In what ways did childhood traumas influence his adult behaviours as an entrepreneur and person? Join Vladimira, Nektarios, and Hardi as they delve into the complexities of entrepreneurship,burnout, and self-discovery in this NAKED podcast episode. #NAKEDPodcast #foundershealth #mentalhealth #empowerment #podcast #entrepreneurship

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*Please be advised that this episode contains content related to suicide.* Suicidal ideation among entrepreneurs: let's talk about it. In this episode, Vladimira and Nektarios engage in a conversation with their guest, Juliette Devillard, delving into her personal experience with suicidal ideation. The discussion explores common challenges faced by entrepreneurs, such as impostor syndrome, fear of failure, and the constant rejection inherent in startup life. Juliette shares the steps that helped her navigate these struggles, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and prioritizing mental health. Michael Freeman's insights on mental health being like a sport, requiring practice for improvement, add depth to the conversation. Juliette's wellbeing management strategies, including a checklist for signals and the Beyond Resilience initiative, contribute to her journey toward healing and resilience. Specific topics covered in the episode include: • Juliette's personal experience with suicidal ideation. • The gradual buildup of thoughts and patterns leading to dark moments. • Common challenges faced by entrepreneurs: impostor syndrome, fear of failure, and constant rejection. • Recognizing and prioritizing mental health in the entrepreneurial journey. • Insights from Michael Freeman on treating mental health like a sport. • Juliette's strategies for managing her wellbeing, including a checklist for signals. • Beyond Resilience initiative: Bringing learnings and techniques to the entrepreneurial world. In addition, they discuss the following questions: 1. What were the contributing factors that led to Juliette's suicidal thoughts? 2. How did she recognize the need to prioritize getting better? 3. What small and big steps did Juliette take to navigate her struggles? 4. How does Michael Freeman's perspective on mental health resonate with Juliette's journey? 5. What strategies does Juliette employ to manage her wellbeing and look for signals? 6. How has her experience led to the creation of the Beyond Resilience initiative? Join them in this conversation as they delve into the topic of mental health in entrepreneurship, featuring Juliette Devillard's journey from suicidal ideation to resilience, offering essential insights for prioritizing well-being in the startup landscape.

Have you ever wondered about the dynamic nature of saints in the Orthodox Church? Join us on a fascinating journey as Dom, our talented scriptwriter, unveils the mysteries surrounding Saint Nectarios. Listen in as we recount the powerful experience of portraying this revered saint and the profound impact it had on Dom's own spiritual journey. Voice actor, John, also offers his unique perspective of learning about saints through this podcast, underlining the timeless relevance of these holy beings.We are very excited about this expansion of our 'Cloud of Witnesses - Journey with the Saints', we are thrilled to introduce you to our new addition to the library of content, 'Thinking Like the Saints'. We will explore the importance of venerating figures like Saint Nektarios, whose wisdom transcends time to address our present-day concerns. We remain committed to bringing you the inspiring teachings and examples of the saints. We also take a moment to appreciate the volunteer organization behind the production, and invite you to consider supporting us through Patreon.com/cloudofwitnessesradio. So buckle up and join us on this enlightening journey with the saints!Every episode is recorded, and produced by our team of Orthodox Christians here in sunny San Diego, California! So brew yourself a hot cup of tea, grab yourself some popcorn, and enjoy this edifying continuation of the conversation on today's episode of: Cloud of Witnesses: Thinking like the Saints!We are now on PATREON! Please consider supporting our labor of love: https://www.patreon.com/CloudofWitnessesRadioFind us on Instagram and YouTube at @cloudofwitnessesradioThank you for journeying w/ the Saints with us!

St Nektarios of Pentapolis/Aegina ( Nov 9 )Reference materials for this episode: https://youtu.be/ldUGahNlMRk?si=Yo-vJF2MoZk7vwKu — Film “Man of God” based on the life of St Nektarioshttps://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2023/11/09/103251-saint-nectarius-kephalas-metropolitan-of-pentapolis — Biographyhttps://www.fatheralexander.org/booklets/english/saint_nektarios_egina_e.htm#_Toc60879403 — excerpted writingshttps://stnektariosroc.org/files/prayers/prayer-to-immaculate-virgin-by-st-nektarios.pdf — prayer to the Theotokos Scripture citations for this episode:Genesis 15:6 — Abraham believes The LORDGenesis 22 — God tests Abraham by calling on him to sacrifice IsaacJohn 17:11 — Jesus prays for the unity of the apostolic churchActs 8:26-40 — St Philip & the Ethiopian EunuchActs 10 — St Peter & CorneliusActs 17:16-32 — St Paul at the AreopagusActs 19:1-10 — St Paul in Ephesus preaching to the partially catechizedJames 2:14-26 — Faith without works is deadThis episode is a joint production of Paradosis Pavilion & Generative soundsAll music in this (& every) episode of The Christian Saints Podcast is a production of Generative SoundsParadosis Pavilion - https://youtube.com/@paradosispavilion9555Generative Sounds - https://generativesoundsjjm.bandcamp.comhttps://www.instagram.com/christiansaintspodcasthttps://twitter.com/podcast_saintshttps://www.facebook.com/christiansaintspodcastIconographic images used by kind permission of Nicholas Papas, who controls distribution rights of these imagesPrints of all of Nick's work can be found at Saint Demetrius Press - http://www.saintdemetriuspress.comDistribution rights of this episode & all music contained in it are controlled by Generative SoundsCopyright 2021 - 2023

Welcome to Cloud of Witnesses: Journey with the Saints!  Cloud of Witnesses is a podcast version of a dynamic, full-cast retelling of the Lives of the Saints!Ever wondered what it's like to yearn for spiritual guidance in the absence of a local priest? This episode will take you on a remarkable journey to a remote Romanian village, where a desolate spiritual landscape is transformed by the miraculous arrival of a priest. Immerse yourself in the villagers' desperate pleas for a spiritual leader to officiate their religious rites, and their eventual rejoicing when their prayers are answered. The twist, however, lies in the discovery that their beloved priest, Father Nektarios, was not sent by the patriarchate and isn't even recorded in the church records.Strap yourself in for a rollercoaster of emotions as we navigate through the villagers' initial frustration, their euphoria at the priest's arrival, and their anguish when their beloved priest announces his departure after a month of selfless service. This episode is an unforgettable exploration of faith, resilience, and divine intervention. It's a vivid testament to the power of prayer and the endless possibilities of faith. Join us as we unfold this extraordinary narrative that is sure to leave a lasting impact on your perception of spiritual resilience.Saint Nektarios, pray for us!Every episode is written, recorded, and produced by our team of Orthodox Christians here in sunny San Diego, California! So brew yourself a hot cup of tea, grab yourself some popcorn, and enjoy this edifying voyage on today's episode of: Cloud of Witnesses: Journey with the Saints!We are now on PATREON! Please consider supporting our labor of love: https://www.patreon.com/CloudofWitnessesRadioFind us on Instagram and YouTube at @cloudofwitnessesradioThank you for journeying w/ the Saints with us!

Today we celebrate many Saints who were martyrs click here This week we also celebrate St Nektarios who is the Patron Saint for those who have illnesses and forms of Cancer.  St. Nektarios also suffered during his life with cancer.  He was also falsely accused by in life by clergy and laity.  Yet, he rose above this things through his devotion and love for God while having patience and forgiveness in his heart.  There was even a movie made about him called "Man of God"Fr. Demetri shares a personal story about this Saint Nekarios and two miracles given a relative of his.  Which relative?  What happened?  Listen...

In this episode of the NAKED Podcast, Vladimira and Nektarios focus on co-founder dynamics through the lens of stress research and therapeutic practices. They explore a powerful conflict resolution tool known as "constellations" and emphasize the importance of communication among co-founders. The conversation extends to the impact of stress on entrepreneurs, drawing insights from Dr. Ute Stephan's mental health research specifically on entrepreneurs. The episode also sheds light on the paradox of finding fulfilment amidst entrepreneurial stress and addresses the challenges of social isolation, particularly for solo founders. Specific topics covered in this episode include: • Co-founder dynamics and unity. • The constellations exercise for conflict resolution. • Communication within co-founder teams. • The impact of stress on entrepreneurs. • Dr. Ute Stephan's research on mental health. • The relationship between fulfilment and stress in entrepreneurship. • Loneliness and social isolation among founders. • Supportive community building. In addition, they discuss the following questions: • How can co-founders strengthen their unity? • What is the constellations exercise, and how does it work? • What are the implications of stress for entrepreneurs? • How does Dr. Ute Stephan's research relate to personal entrepreneurship experiences? • Can entrepreneurs be both fulfilled and stressed simultaneously? • What challenges do solo founders face in terms of loneliness/isolation? • How can founders build a supportive community for themselves? Join them in this conversation as they delve into conflict resolution, co-founder dynamics, and the impact of entrepreneurship on mental health. #NAKEDPodcast #foundershealth #mentalhealth #empowerment #podcast #entrepreneurship

Join Museum of the Bible as we discuss the impact of the film, Man of God, as well as writer and director Yelena Popovic's upcoming film projects with Dr. Terry Lindvall and Father Paul Abernathy. Dr. Terry Lindvall is an author and a professor at Virginia Wesleyan University in Virginia Beach, and Fr. Paul Abernathy is an Orthodox priest and founder of the Neighborhood Resilience Project.

In this episode of the NAKED Podcast, Vladimira and Nektarios are joined by Ute Stephan, Professor of Entrepreneurship at King's Business School, King's College London, and a renowned expert in the Psychology of Entrepreneurship. Together, they explore the intersection of entrepreneurship, well-being, and societal impact. Specific topics covered in this episode include: • Setting realistic goals when working with social issues within the bounds of your enterprise • Overcoming challenges when hitting rock bottom • The need for support and resources for entrepreneurs in established and emerging economies • The importance of motivation and inspiration • How can entrepreneurs address mental health in their businesses and support their employees' well-being? • What are some specific resources and support systems that can be put in place to help entrepreneurs in emerging vs. developed economies? Join them in this conversation as they explore entrepreneurship, well-being, and social impact. #NAKEDPodcast #foundershealth #mentalhealth #empowerment #podcast #entrepreneurship

In this candid NAKED episode, Vladimira and Nektarios are back to dive into the world of entrepreneurship. Explore the challenges of fear, uncertainty, and power dynamics with investors as they share personal experiences. Over the past 3+ years, they've gained valuable insights into the entrepreneurial and investment landscape. Specific topics covered in this episode include: Overcoming fear The intricacies of working with external partners The art of maintaining structure amidst chaos Navigating the rollercoaster of personal growth Understanding power dynamics with investors Delving into the underlying causes of trauma In addition, they discuss the following questions: How do you conquer your fears as an entrepreneur? What strategies can you employ when working with external partners? How can you maintain order and structure amid entrepreneurial challenges? What insights can you share about personal growth on your entrepreneurial journey? What are the key aspects to consider in power dynamics with investors? How can understanding trauma and its causes benefit entrepreneurs in their pursuit of success? Join them for this conversation as they uncover essential aspects of the entrepreneurial journey and offer valuable strategies for your journey.

St. Daniel of Katounakia (+1929) cuts to the heart of who is a true theologian, and how one might walk the path towards that experience. His letter to a student of theology is especially applicable today when many are more drawn to follow academic theologians, Latin scholasticism and rationalism, and a devotion to an abstract reading of saints centuries ago without living connection to the saints of our day. Text of the letter: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2022/09/a-letter-of-saint-daniel-of-katounakia.html St. Daniel was born in 1846, lived in Smyrna and became interested in the life of Christ from a young age. He visited Saint Arsenios of Paros, as he wanted to receive his blessing in order to go to Mount Athos. There he became a monk, living in the monasteries of Saint Panteleimon and Vatopaidi. He was also friends with St. Nektarios of Aegina and had influence on a young St. Joseph the Hesychast. He lived with nephritis (a kidney disease) for almost ten years, before being healed by the Holy Belt of the Theotokos at Vatopaidi on the Belt's feast day. A few years later he moved to Katounakia and lived alone for three years. More monks came to live there and that is how the Danielaioi brotherhood was founded. Saint Daniel had many God given gifts and abilities, which led to his recognition around the world. He fell asleep in peace in 1929. Saint Daniel's feast day is celebrated on September 7. _______ ST. DANIEL'S SUMMARY: "To put it simply, he who has preferred the study of Theology, is bound by duty to practice the path of virtue, which in the future he will teach, and to practice without deviation his high profession, without aiming either for the attainment of hollow insignificant glory, or some speculative means, nor in the satiety and gratification of the passions; and then he will see the ageless fruits of his preaching abound." _______ Orthodox Wisdom is dedicated to sharing the writings and lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church. Glory to Jesus Christ! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/orthodox-wisdom/message

High Reliability Organisations - held in high esteem in safety circles and now being actively investigated by businesses looking to improve their own safety performace, but what are they? In this the first of two special episodes of the conversation Nicola MacPhail talks to Associate Professors Drew Rae and Nektarios Karanikas about High Reliability Organisations and their charecteristics. Dr Drew Rae is an Associate Professor in the Safety Science Innovation Lab at Griffith University, where he teaches courses on research methods and safety engineering, and manages the lab's research program. Drew's own research uses a mix of ethnography, field experiments and theory-building to investigate organisational safety practices. He is particularly interested in understanding the myths, rituals and bad habits that surround the work of managers and safety practitioners, and how this work influences front-line operations. Drew co-hosts the Safety of Work podcast and is on the editorial board of the journal Safety Science.Nektarios Karanikas is Associate Professor in the Health, Safety and Environment discipline of the School of Public Health & Social Work at QUT. He studied MSc Human Factors and Safety Assessment in Aeronautics at Cranfield University (UK), and he was awarded his doctorate in Safety and Quality Management from Middlesex University (UK). Nektarios worked for over 19 years as an officer at the Hellenic Air Force where he served in various positions related to maintenance, safety and quality management, including accident investigations. Besides his academic qualifications, he holds professional credentials in occupational health & safety, human factors, project management and engineering, and has been a member of various national and international associations. Nektarios has published an edited book and several chapters, (co)authored various peer-reviewed journal and conference articles with a focus on safety/risk management, presented his work in over 80 events, and he actively volunteers in a wide range of scientific and professional activities. Thanks for listening. We have some great guests coming up in future pods so get ready to learn. Until next time, enjoy the rest of your week, and stay safe. https://plus.acast.com/s/health-and-safety-conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria returns from her Greek vacation to discuss how all trips are transformative and why along with how to make travel fun yet purposeful. For Maria this included her becoming an official Greek citizen, throwing a bucket list party for her father, visiting her elderly uncle for what could be the last time and a spiritual voyage to the island of Aegina to visit the mythical shrine of St. Nektarios and explore the miracle of healing. The importance of having a happy place in life that makes your soul sing (3:34) Importance (and urgency) of creating family moments (6:41) Grieving and celebration make life truly extraordinary (9:13) Fear leads to regret (11:05) The miracles of St. Nektario and how to ask for signs (14:39) Advice for victims of slander and untruths?  (31:10) The need for cheerleaders in your life and Maria's clever hack to serve it (33:41) Taking back our power back through roots and faith (36:09) HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: @HealSquad TikTok: @HealSquadxMaria APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kXrmaN... HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy's Page: macys.com/healsquad Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mariameno... Patreon: https://patreon.com/HealSquad?utm_med... ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions expressed or contained herein are not intended to serve as or replace medical advice, nor to diagnose, prescribe or treat any disease, condition, illness or injury, and you should consult the health care professional of your choice regarding all matters concerning your health, including before beginning any exercise, weight loss, or health care program. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions.

ARISTEiA in 30 min: Yannis Yortsos, Dean of the Viterbi School of Engineering, Zohrab Kaprielian Chair in Engineering and Chester Dolley Prof. of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, University of Southern California, USA, and Nektarios Tavernarakis, Professor of Molecular Systems Biology, University of Crete Medical School, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas, discuss about excellence in our new podcast episode with title: “A brave new world for the leadership of large institutions”

Listen to St. Nektarios explain how critical the role of the mother is in raising children and how firm the foundation she can lay down in the hearts and minds of her children. Fathers, let us love and sacrifice for our wives and co-struggle in the holy labor of child-rearing! 0:10 Introduction 0:27 The education of children must begin from infancy 2:06 A mother's influence on her children is beyond measure 3:44 The mother is best suited to impart the conception of God in her child's heart 5:36 Just as the virtues of the mother are imparted to the child, so too the passions 7:20 The passions (sinful inclinations) of children must be subdued at a young age, just a potter molds clay before it hardens 9:20 If the formation of either the heart or the mind is neglected the child turns out “defective and impaired” 11:30 The examples of the mothers of The Great Hierarchs: St. Basil the Great and his mother, St. Emmelia, and St. Gregory the Theologian and his mother, St. Anthusa (and how the fire of their faith in Christ was not overcome by higher education given by pagan teachers) 13:54 On St. John Chrysostom and his mother, St. Anthusa 14:50 “What radiant examples we have before us in these pious mothers!... Who can deny it is the mothers who produce great and virtuous men?” -St. Nektarios 15:51 “It is necessary, then, that we form our daughters religiously and intellectually, so that we may present them worthy of their vocation.” 16:17 A one-sided upbringing leads either to superstition or atheism _______ -EDUCATION: Orthodox education resources at Saint Kosmas Orthodox Education Association: https://saintkosmas.org/ -PREGNANCY RESOURCES: ZOE for life! is a support center (in person and online) for women needing recourse for unplanned and planned pregnancies, adoption, and more: https://zoeforlife.org/ -BOOK: Orthodox Christian Parenting by Zoe Press: https://www.zoepress.us/all-books-cds/orthodox-christian-parenting-recipes-for-raising-children-2020-2nd-edition -PRAYER: Akathist to the Mother of God, "Nurturer of Children": https://www.akathists.com/the-most-holy-theotokos/nurturer-of-children/-PODCAST: Admonitions for Parents - St. John Chrysostom: https://youtu.be/lFcUbGHnU28-PODCAST: The Holy Childhood of Archbishop John Maximovitch (OW podcast): https://youtu.be/hXB4wW4iozw -TEXT OF THIS PODCAST: https://saintkosmas.org/st-nektarios-mothers-and-the-upbringing-of-children -FIND A CHURCH: Find an Orthodox parish and monastery near you: https://orthodoxyinamerica.org/ _______ “It is necessary, then, that we form our daughters religiously and intellectually, so that we may present them worthy of their vocation. It is necessary, then, that reverent education and educated religion exist side by side, for these two things are the only sure provisions for traveling in this life, provisions that are able to help a man in manifold ways…. For if attention revolves around the mind only, sickliness of the man's religious perception is unavoidable. But if our care revolves around religion only (and that not the educated kind), the intellectual faculties will wither and become dull. The result of the first situation will be irreligion and atheism, upon which follow boundless horrors; the result of the second, however, will be superstition, that curse of humanity, which, holding in its hands fire and the sword, threatens death to everyone who has a differing opinion. Such are the results of a one-sided education and the incomplete upbringing of mothers.” _______ Orthodox Wisdom is dedicated to sharing the writings and lives of the Saints of the Orthodox Church. Glory to Jesus Christ! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/orthodox-wisdom/message

"Grace is both the beginning and the end."*The practice is due to Grace.The perseverance,the discipline is Grace. Realization is Grace.Grace brought you to your present circumstances, and It's keeping you (t)here, sustaining you, feeding you, and in time, which is sooner than you think,It's carrying you further. Breathe. And let It happen. I Love you, Niknikki@curlynikki.com  Please help me keep the show ad free + Get Merch!▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings________________________________Today's Quotes:  "Father, I thank you that you have heard Me and I know that you always hear Me."John 11:41-42"Unimaginable the light in the eye!Indescribable the ring in the ear!Incomparable the taste on the tongue!Immeasurable the peace of the inconceivable sushumna nādi!Everywhere you will find Him:In the tiniest particles of dust,In the hard wood, or a tender blade of grass.He is everywhere!The subtle, the imperishable, the unchanging Lord!"- Allama Prabhu"When a pole is being installed, after the installation, they shake the pole to check whether it is rooted well enough or not. Hurt is just that, to see whether you are well established in yourself, whether you are in wisdom or not."-Sri Sri Ravi Shankar "Blessed are those who trust in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. They shall be like a tree planted by water, sending out its roots by the stream. It shall not fear when heat comes, and its leaves shall stay green... O Lord of hosts, happy is everyone who trusts in you."- Jeremiah 17:7-8; Psalm 84:12"Pray until you see a breakthrough.Pray until the chains fall off.Pray until you hear God's voice."-@strengthinverses"God is my instant, constant, and abundant source of supply."-Eric Butterworth "Grace is both the beginning and the end.*Introversion is due to Grace:Perseverance is Grace;and Realization isGrace."-Sri Ramana Maharshi, Talk 319"When I sing, I don't contrive some image of Maharaj in my head. But I do feel as if I'm singing to that presence, that's what I do, that's what I feel. And so by continually singing to that presence, it deepens my awareness of that, and deepens my entrance into that presence, in which we are all sitting. We're all in that presence - it's like the sky - everything's held within that - there's no where to go - we just have to pay attention. and remember. Which is what the practice is."-Krishna Das"Sometimes you pray and sometimes you are the answered prayer."-@Joenasandiego"Love note:dear friend, you haven't seen the best chapters yet.stay still."-@Joenasandiego"Don't be upset whether people only remember you when they are of need of you. Feel the privilege of being the candle that comes to their mind in their darkest hours."-St. Nektarios of Aegina"What is essential is not finding the Light, but being in the Light, and keeping it within."-Mary the Essene Virgin "Those who sincerely say ‘Jesus, I trust in You' will find comfort in all their anxieties and fears.There is nothing that man needs more than Divine Mercy – that love which is benevolent, which is compassionate, which raises man above his weakness to the infinite heights of the holiness of God."—Pope St. John Paul II. Shrine of Divine Mercy in Cracow, Poland on June 7, 1997Support the show

Vladi and Nektarios are back together for the first Naked episode of a new year. They discuss a topic that they have touched upon previously: the power of speaking up and feeling empowered to call out someone's bad behaviour, something that is often difficult to do in a business situation. Vladi shares a recent story of when she felt empowered to speak up on behalf of her business and her colleagues. She also talks about managing the conflict in the aftermath and how they dealt with it as a team. They talked about how it impacted individuals and the bigger topics that arise from an experience like this: what do you go through as an entrepreneur, what is okay and not okay, and what is the role of investors?

As we come to the end of another year, Vladi and Nektarios pause and look back on the past 12 months. They talk about how things have changed, particularly in relation to how their respective fintech businesses now occupy most of their time, but that it's important to remember to take time off and remember that your personal wellbeing matters. We hope you enjoy reflecting on a number of the topics that we've covered on the Naked podcast this year, including: imposter syndrome; co-founder conflict; investors and the role they play; neurodiversity; self-awareness; identity, and many more. Show notes Share your questions with Vladi and Nektarios at hello@thefuturefarm.co How can you support the podcast? Tell your friends and share online. Subscribe & review: Please make sure to review, share comments and subscribe to the show on the various platforms (YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify & Google Podcasts). Spread the word: Help grow our reach by sharing your enthusiasm for the podcast and/or your favourite episodes by posting it on social media. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince future guests to share their stories! For show notes and past guests, visit https://www.thefuturefarm.co/naked-podcast Don't forget to sign up for more! Follow The Future Farm on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube

Many people in the Church today unfortunately hold incorrect views regarding spiritual life. For example, many believe that when they progress in the spiritual life, God sends them fewer temptations and afflictions. The question arises: why do so many hold this view when the lives of the saints and the writings of the Holy Fathers teach us the exact opposite?In Part 3 of the life of Saint Nektarios, Father Kosmas explains that not only is this view wrong, it also prevents one from progressing in the spiritual life. To illustrate this, he describes how even though Saint Nektarios had reached such a high level of sanctity that he even performed miracles and saw visions, God still allowed him to suffer from slander, persecution, and sickness to the very end of his life.The following questions are also discussed: what was the saint's attitude towards fasting and sickness? Why did he present the negative aspects of monasticism rather than the positive? Why did the saint believe that Christianity without monasticism is dead? Why was he disobedient to the school authorities? Was he always sure of God's will? Why did the saint emphasize love and humility above asceticism? How did he overcome demonic thoughts of doubt? Why did the saint get involved with properties, wills, and finances?Other points covered in this talk include: the importance of being mentally, physically, and spiritually strong before considering marriage or the monastic life; the saint's amazing encounter with a possessed youth; how unfortunate those Orthodox Christians are who have no trust in God; an example of an Orthodox woman who could not pray for her husband; the error that holiness can be achieved without almsgiving; the saint's horrible encounter with a proud and rude former student; and the devil's attempt to destroy Saint Nektarios and the convent through an evil mother.Duration: 3hrs 58minsVisit our website: www.OrthodoxTalks.com

Christ said, “Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven.” These words were shown to be true in the life of Saint Nektarios the Wonderworker of Aegina. This saint of God endured from his fellow clergymen exactly what Christ foretold: they disdained him, excluded him, hated him, and slandered him, all because he followed Christ's commandments. But greatly was he rewarded – not only with salvation, but also in that his holy relics emitted a sweet fragrance and myrrh, performed many signs and miracles, and remained incorrupt for many years.In this talk, Father Kosmas discusses in some detail the miraculous relics of Saint Nektarios and a number of his miracles. He describes the forty years after the repose of the saint leading up to his canonization in 1961. He likewise emphasizes the importance of examining all aspects of one who is to be considered a saint – not just signs and miracles.The following questions are also discussed: what did Saint Nektarios prophesy regarding his monastery on Aegina? Was it right to paint icons of and compose services to the saint before he was canonized? How are fanatical zealots and ecumenists similar in spirit? Why are truth without love and love without truth satanic? Are incorrupt relics always a sign of holiness? Why do the bodies of some saints remain incorrupt, while others decompose?Other points covered in this talk include: how Protestants wrongly condemn the veneration of saints and relics; healings of the possessed at the saint's tomb; a miracle involving a dying paralyzed boy; the conversion of an unbelieving bishop; the miraculous deliverance of a sinking ship; the meaning of the statement “miracles are for the unbelieving and not for believers”; and true saints versus false.Talk 52 duration: 3hrs 45minsChanting duration: 18mins (Canon to St Nektarios)Visit our website: www.OrthodoxTalks.com

Many know of the great Greek saint of the last century, Nektarios of Pentapolis the Wonderworker. Saint Nektarios is especially known for the countless miracles that he has performed, and many turn to him for help in their time of need. Yet the majority of these people know very little about this saint's life, and still less about his beneficial teachings and writings.In this talk, Father Kosmas examines a broad selection of the saint's teachings and writings. He describes how many modernists have given a distorted view of Saint Nektarios' character, saying that out of humility and meekness he did not speak out against the enemies of the Church, when in fact the opposite is true. Saint Nektarios was especially critical of the “wolves in sheep's clothing” in the Church, and of the incorrect teachings of the Roman Catholic and Protestant Churches.The following questions are also discussed: why did the saint praise some of the writings of the pagan philosophers? Did the saint teach that memorial services can free some of those held in Hades? What did the saint write concerning the possibility of union between the Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholics? What was the saint's attitude towards frequent Holy Communion? What valuable advice did the saint give concerning confession? Why is self-knowledge absolutely essential for salvation?Other points covered in this talk include: the saint's condemnation of the Western dogma of purgatory; his view on Darwin and evolution; how the rapidly-spreading message of “don't judge” is actually demonic; how some confuse weakness and fear with the virtues of humility and meekness; how Orthodox ecumenists proudly believe that they are above the Holy Fathers of the Orthodox Church; and Saint Nektarios' teaching concerning the Holy Theotokos and the saints.Duration: 4hrsVisit our website: www.OrthodoxTalks.com

Saint Nektarios the Wonderworker is one of the best-known saints in the Greek Orthodox Church. Anywhere in the world where there are Greeks, you can be certain of finding a church dedicated to him. Countless miracles attributed to the Saint have been reported in Greece, Australia, Canada, Europe, England, and the United States. Yet many know little or nothing about this great Saint.In this talk, Father Kosmas emphasizes that it is important and beneficial for Orthodox Christians to read detailed lives of saints. In fact, this holy practice is absolutely essential in the struggle for the salvation of our souls – a fact that becomes obvious upon listening to this talk. In part 1 of the life of Saint Nektarios, Father Kosmas describes in detail the Saint's upbringing and early spiritual development, his young adulthood and entry into monasticism, and his ordination to the diaconate, priesthood and episcopate.The following questions are also discussed: what did Saint Nektarios consider the main purpose of education? Is it true that Orthodox saints oppose the theology and spirituality of the West? Which is worse, bodily cancer or spiritual cancer? Is it really important to reprimand and warn our children? How did Saint Kosmas of Aetolia influence Saint Nektarios? Do the saints experience any pain or despair during their persecutions?Other points covered in this talk include: the false idea that the saints never experienced physical or spiritual crises; Saint Nektarios' fear of falling into pride; how life's difficulties can teach one true prayer; how children bond more with the TV than with people; how Orthodox ecumenists use deceit for their unorthodox agenda; the difficulties of living under Turkish rule; and the importance of not pushing children to follow a fixed path.Duration: 3hrs 50minsVisit our website: www.OrthodoxTalks.com

Due to his countless miracles, Saint Nektarios of Aegina is considered a wonderworker like Saint Nicholas and Saint Spyridon. However, few know that the saint suffered greatly from persecution, slander, and afflictions. Many would be shocked to learn that Saint Nektarios' greatest enemies were actually Orthodox bishops and clergy. Thus, Saint Paul's teaching that ‘all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution' means persecution not only from those outside the Church, but also from those within the Church.In this talk, Father Kosmas emphasizes that God allows those He loves to suffer temptations and afflictions in order to benefit their souls. He also discusses how distortions can occur in the accounts of the lives of the saints. One such distortion is found in some accounts of the life of Saint Nektarios. They write that Saint Nektarios endured trials meekly and without complaint, making no attempt to justify himself. In part 2 of the life of Saint Nektarios, Father Kosmas outlines in detail not only the saint's trials and persecutions, but also the immense pain they caused him and his attempts to correct the injustice against him, and his love and forgiveness towards those who hated him.The following questions are also discussed: how did the saint deal with a suicidal teenage boy? Can one be saved without sufferings? How did the saint prepare himself before preaching? What is the best way for priests to help the mentally ill? Why did the saint place so much emphasis on preaching the Word of God?Other points covered in this talk include: children and emotional repression; how the world promises freedom without religion; how today many clergy worship psychology rather than God; and the saint's valuable explanation of the importance of expressing one's feelings, and the harmful effect when this is not done.Duration: 3hrs 54minsVisit our website: www.OrthodoxTalks.com

Vladi and Nektarios are back with a new episode, covering a number of themes we've heard on Naked before. They catch up and talk about being triggered, the power of visualisation in times when you're feeling overwhelmed and having a choice. They spend much of the episode discussing the chat with Nemo D'Qrill; the impact it had on them, and some of the topics in that conversation, including identity, compromise and choice - including choosing when to speak up and when to stay silent (if you haven't listened to the episode already, you can catch up here).

Vladi and Nektarios reconnect and share what's been happening in their working and personal lives over the past few weeks. Nektarios talks about bumping into several former colleagues at an industry conference, hearing from people that appreciate what you do, and feeling overwhelmed by some of the corporate world. They then switch conversation to discuss some of the recent global news and the impact it has on them. Vladi shares more about where her space in the conversation is, how she shows up for herself, and using her voice. They talk about ‘otherness', identity and belonging, as well as the support systems that people have in place where they can authentically talk about a shared experience.

Dr Nektarios Karanikas talks about human factors, visions and goals, the power of language in the field of safety, and how organisations shift from the name, blame and shame culture. A truly amazing guest who I was honoured to have on the show. Nektarios Karanikas is Assoc. Prof in the Health, Safety and Environment discipline of the School of Public Health & Social Work at QUT. He studied MSc Human Factors and Safety Assessment in Aeronautics at Cranfield University (UK), and he was awarded his doctorate in Safety and Quality Management from Middlesex University (UK). Nektarios worked for over 19 years as an officer at the Hellenic Air Force where he served in various positions related to maintenance, safety and quality management, including accident investigations. Besides his academic qualifications, he holds professional credentials in occupational health & safety, human factors, project management and engineering, and has been a member of various national and international associations. Nektarios has published an edited book and several chapters, (co)authored various peer-reviewed journal and conference articles with a focus on safety/risk management, presented his work in over 80 events, and he actively volunteers in a wide range of scientific and professional activities.Links in the showSafety Insights Book: https://www.routledge.com/Safety-Insights-Success-and-Failure-Stories-of-Practitioners/Karanikas-Chatzimichailidou/p/book/9780367555931 Personal profilesQUT: https://www.qut.edu.au/about/our-people/academic-profiles/nektarios.karanikasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nektarioskaranikas/ QUT OHS programmesOHS Graduate Diploma: https://www.qut.edu.au/courses/graduate-diploma-in-occupational-health-and-safetyHSE Master: https://www.qut.edu.au/courses/master-of-health-safety-and-environment Thanks for listening. We have some great guests coming up in future pods so get ready to learn. Until next time, enjoy the rest of your week, and stay safe. https://plus.acast.com/s/health-and-safety-conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our first LinkedIn Live episode of NAKED, Vladi and Nektarios discuss the dynamic between entrepreneurs and investors, and the impact that relationship can have on an entrepreneur's mental health. Continuing the investor conversation they started a few weeks ago, they start by sharing their own personal experiences; as they are both currently in the middle of fundraising for their respective fintech ventures. They talk about the beginning of the entrepreneurial journey. Impostor syndrome, loneliness, co-founder conflict and questions around identity all come into play during the fundraising process. How does this process really impact the individual? How difficult is it to find investors that care and understand about the entrepreneurial pains? Over the last couple of years, we've seen investors starting to question and redefine their own weaknesses and recognise that healthier founders increase the chances of the success for the business they've invested in. Vladi and Nektarios discuss: What can investors do to support entrepreneurs? How much should investors care? How does this blur the lines between being supportive and interfering?

Tonight we continued our reading of Step 4 on Obedience and its practice in the spiritual life. Saint John, as well as so many of the desert fathers, unearth what we typically keep hidden within our hearts. Rather than living in a spirit of obedience and allowing that obedience to bear the fruit of humility within us by setting aside our own willfulness, we cling to the illusions of self-sufficiency. Despite all that Christ has done and despite all that God has given to us, we believe that we can live with one foot in the world and one foot in the kingdom. The humility that obedience fosters teaches us that we cannot externalize or distance ourselves from the evil and the sin of the world. There is a radical solidarity between ourselves and others that demands a constant movement of our heart - repentance. Whenever we see evil or sin, our first movement must be toward God in a cry for mercy and healing. We must humbly lay bare our wound to the physician and without being ashamed say: “It is my wound, father, it is my plague, caused by my own negligence, and, not by anything else. No one is to blame for this, no man, no spirit, no body, nothing but my own carelessness.“  We must allow these words to penetrate our hearts to root out all the excuses we put forward in order to remain in a place of mediocrity. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:17:16 Anthony: Congratulations Fr David!   00:17:24 CMoran: Question: What is Prelest? I off-topic--If not appropriate, please ignore the question.   00:17:53 CMoran: Sorry..."IF"   00:17:58 Sr Mary of our Divine Savior solt: I missed what you said Father  Where are you assigned?   00:18:02 Mark Kelly: Prelest is like a spiritual illusion of ones self.   00:18:18 Edward Kleinguetl: SS Peter & Paul in Duquesne, PA   00:18:20 Eric Ewanco: Prelast is Spiritual deception, I'm sure Father can elaorate   00:21:14 Mark Kelly: Prelest, in the extreme, is seeing one's self as a prophet or spiritual guide or some exulted person. In common terms it is something we all must deal with. Spiritually deceiving ourselves.   00:53:01 Edward Kleinguetl: A priest once told me in confession that "no reformer ever had bitterness in his heart."   00:53:33 Edward Kleinguetl: And I have to remind myself of that frequently.   00:55:35 Marco da Vinha: What you say, Father, reminds me both of St. Nektarios - who carried out penance for his seminarians faults - as well as St. Bartholomew of Braga - who, as an archbishop, would, on occasion, do penance for his priests' sins.   00:57:14 Ambrose Little, OP: There's also the observation you (Father) have mentioned many times, which is the challenge of clinging to one's own judgment being perhaps one of the most difficult failures in humility to overcome. It's always worth meditating on the likely possibility that our own judgment may be in error or, at the very least, that our interpretation of another's words and actions may be in error. (Not talking about glaring and established moral failures like the abuse scandals, but the more common criticisms that this or that pastor is not saying what we'd have them say.)   00:58:37 Anthony: Being one who thinks a LOT - thinking and ruminating too much is not healthy.  Prayer is where the goodness and healing is (at the very least, it's an emotional outlet to get rid of the thoughts), but the devil's fog machine blinds us to its availability.  My parish priest said something in a homily like: we often make our own crosses and they are too heavy; the cross God makes for us is better and easier for us.   01:02:03 Marco da Vinha: @Anthony, I think Dostoevsky put it best in Notes from the Underground when the narrator says "To think too much is a disease." I have found that to be very much the case in my own life   01:09:32 Lee Graham: We are all guilty   01:09:38 Marco da Vinha: Father, is the kind of Confession that the Fathers mention different than the sacrament of Penance as we understand it now in the West? Was this Confession that took place within the elder/disciple relationship? The Fathers tell us to reveal our inner thoughts, our inner wounds in Confession, yet we are brought up in the West with the "just state kind and number" approach to Confession. Many times we don't give the priest much context, and we receive no advice either about our vices, even when the same priest here's our confessions on a regular basis.   01:10:09 Babington (or Babi): It and your comments are very helpful. Thank you.   01:16:00 Bridget McGinley: Father can the evil one enter the confessional and disturb either the priest or the penitent during the confession?   01:19:34 CMoran: Thank you Father! And thank you everyone!   01:19:43 Marco da Vinha: Thank you Father! Goodnight!   01:20:37 Deiren Masterson: Thank you Father! Such a grace!  

Such a beautiful image is presented to us of the life obedience in a few paragraphs. St. John finds himself wrapped in conversation with one of the elderly fathers. He is asked if he has embraced the life that God has made possible for him. The Holy Spirit has descended upon him with the dew of purity, not unlike that of the blessed Virgin Mary, and the Most High has overshadowed him with patience, the very patience of Christ.  This is the grace that has been given to us all. Thus St. John is asked by the elder if his life is reflective of that reality. Has he bound himself with a towel of obedience, making himself the slave and the servant of the members of his community, willing to embrace every self- abasement? Does he guard his heart strictly and restrain the mind through the ascetical life and by humbling the body? In the midst of all of his work does he maintain stillness of heart? Does he curb his tongue that rages to leap into arguments and unceasingly wrestle with this tyrant? Does he fix his mind to the image of obedience and humility on the Cross, allowing it to shape how he embraces mockery, abuse, and ridicule? Has he cast off his will as though it is a garment of shame? Does he still his mind or let it become overly busy with the concerns of the things of the world? Is he willing to drink derision at every hour in order to protect charity? Is it more valuable for him to preserve love and unity with his brothers than it is to be treated with respect and kindness? Saint John is moved by the old monks exhortation and so gives true honor to blessed obedience.  Do we in our day-to-day life experience the fruit of true obedience, especially when it comes to our worship of God? Are we able to collect all of our thoughts and desires, every movement of the mind and the soul and summon them to cry out to God “O come, let us worship and fall down before Christ, our king and our God.”True obedience leads to true freedom. It gives us the capacity to love and give ourselves in love without impediment.   ---   Text of chat during the group:   00:12:01 FrDavid Abernethy: page 79: “Again about the steward”   00:14:16 Bonnie Lewis: Hi Father!  It's still in the 100's in San Antonio   00:18:48 Mark Cummings: Is that a kalimavkion?   00:26:16 Rachel: LOL!!   00:37:36 Anthony: So does "I think therefore I am" actually open us up to a world of hurt, drowning in speculation and fanciful thoughts, making us prey to demons if we take it as a life or cultural motto?   00:48:06 Rachel: Can you speak about applying this teaching where one's work environment, and the people one works with do not share the same goal or, at least do not act like it? I am thinking of a situation like Blessed Paul Parazzo.   00:48:25 Bridget McGinley: Oh that is a hard saying "curb your tongue" when you work predominately with females. True sacrifice to hold the tongue and not let one's face show emotion.   00:48:41 Rachel: yes!   00:50:49 Rachel: will send a good link   00:51:05 Liz: Sorry, which movie?   00:51:17 iPad (10)maureen: Man Of God   00:51:18 Carol Nypaver: Man of God   00:51:23 Kevin Clay: https://vimeo.com/675624334   00:51:28 Liz: Thank you : )!   00:51:41 iPad (10)maureen: Good luck finding a movie   00:51:49 Kevin Clay: That link is the full movie on Vimeo   00:52:12 Kevin Clay: Free   00:52:18 Edward Kleinguetl: Almost every platform and the DVD is also available.   00:52:22 Liz: Oh wow, great!   00:52:42 Edward Kleinguetl: The icon behind me is St. Nektarios of Aegina.   00:53:32 Rachel: https://youtu.be/1Y9bro7fmyU   00:55:11 Liz: Thanks for sharing!   01:07:22 Bridget McGinley: I am reading the Rule of the Benedictine Oblate. So many of these rules are discussed and explained in there also. It is so beautiful how caring all the disciplines were. There is such a profound love behind them when one knows the theology behind it.   01:10:42 Rachel: St Seraphim of Serov!?   01:12:13 Art: It was in the article: https://pemptousia.com/2016/06/prayer-for-beginners/   01:15:19 Anthony: His words are literally part of the Trisagion prayer prior to Liturgy.  I wonder if the call to bow before Christ our King and God was incorporated because of the importance of this book in spirituality.   01:17:41 Sr Barbara Jean Mihalchick: Most folks pray like Puritans - no movement ever~!   01:18:34 Rachel: Thank you Father   01:18:40 CMoran: Thank you so much, Father!  

On this edition of Hank Unplugged Hank Hanegraaff is joined by Yelena Popovic, Metropolitan Cleopas and Christopher Tripoulas to discuss the film Man of God, written and directed by Yelena Popovic. Man of God was released internationally in 2021 and will have exclusive viewings in the United States on March 21st and 28th 2022. Exiled unjustly, convicted without a trial, slandered without cause. The life of St. Nektarios of Aegina was one of persecution and prosecution. A priest of the common people, his popularity provoked the jealousy of the clergy in Alexandria and as a result, he was defrocked and expelled from Egypt. In contrast to his religious “superiors”, Nektarios cared for the poor, taught peasant girls to read and write, and performed miracles. Even his last moment on earth was used to help another: upon his death, Nektarios' undergarment was removed, and as it fell upon a paralyzed man in the hospital bed next to him, the lame man arose to walk. So, too, do we hope Man of God will awaken the paralyzed faith in audiences around the world. To view the trailer for Man of God: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwptmiAhu28 For showtimes near you: https://www.fathomevents.com/events/Man-of-God Topics discussed include: Hank Hanegraaff describes his personal relationship to St. Nektarios (0:30); the inspiration behind making a movie about a modern saint-St. Nektarios (7:00); it is easier to portray evil than good-the challenge of playing the goodness in St. Nektarios (12:50); the significance of St. Nektarios (14:30); how should we respond to slander and persecution? (18:55); experiencing spiritual warfare (23:15); the life and ministry of St. Nektarios (26:15); the reality of miracles and God's presence in our daily lives (29:40); what is the significance of the relics of Saints? (34:40); healing and healthcare (40:55); the corruption of power, even in the Church (43:45); the exceptional education and intellectual sophistication of St. Nektarios (48:45); the importance of almsgiving and caring for the poor and suffering (53:00); living our lives with an eternal perspective as evidenced by the life and ministry of St. Nektarios (1:01:35); persecution and turning the other cheek (1:07:05); a powerful miracle associated with St. Nektarios (1:11:00); is there still a stigma associated with St. Nektarios as a result of the accusations against him during his life? (1:13:30); how to watch the film Man of God (1:23:20).