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Challenges with your digestion? This mini-episode might help with Ayurvedic consultant Lena Jung In this mini-episode, Ayurvedic consultant Lena Jung shares valuable insights into improving digestion. She discusses the importance of waiting three hours after eating and how this simple practice can enhance digestive health. This is an excerpt from our full-length episode: Honouring the god within, Ayurvedic wisdom and listening to the messages of your soul, mind, and body with Lena Jung:  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/honouring-the-god-within-exploring-ayurvedic-wisdom/id1513783755?i=1000701031520 ----more---- Listen to our first episode here: The afterlife, walking with spirit, experiencing miracles and seeing through the eyes of love with Lena Jung https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-afterlife-walking-with-spirit-experiencing/id1513783755?i=1000670727070 Welcome to The Afterlight Podcast with Lauren Grace, a spiritual podcast full of stories and conversations that prove we're never alone. Lauren Grace, host of The Afterlight Podcast, is a high-impact coach and medium dedicated to helping professionals deepen their connection to their soul so they can experience more freedom, fulfillment, and purpose.   Connect with Lauren Grace, Lauren Grace Inspirations: Lauren on Social @LaurenGraceInspirations Website: https://laurengraceinspirations.com Want to work with Lauren? Book a Free Discovery Call with Lauren: https://laurengraceinspirations.com Free Offers: https://laurengraceinspirations.com/freeoffers   The Afterlight Podcast:  The Afterlight Podcast on Social @theafterlightpodcast To be a guest, apply here: www.theafterlightpodcast.com Sign up for our newsletter: https://laurengraceinspirations.com/contact   Meet Lena Jung Born in Slovenia, the "green pearl of Europe," Lena grew up as a lone wolf, finding solace in nature and her inner world. After the passing of her husband in 2023, Lena connected with his soul, which then led her to communicate with The Drops, a collective group of high-vibrational beings from the Source. Their guidance and love helped Lena heal and reignited her purpose of serving others on their spiritual paths. In addition to her channeling work with The Drops, Lena offers a wide range of healing modalities, including Ayurvedic consultations (Postgraduate Certificate in Ayurveda), Shamanic journeys (certified through the Four Winds Society), and Jungian coaching (certified Jungian coach). Her vast experience includes two PhDs, an Executive MBA, and over 20 years in media and energy businesses. Connect with Lena here: https://www.lenajung.com  

Honouring the god within: Exploring Ayurvedic wisdom and listening to the messages of your soul, mind, and body. In this episode, Lauren Grace is joined by Lena Jung for an enriching discussion on aligning your inner spirit and navigating life with intention and heart. They explore topics including: The god within you Living a compassionate life Humanitarian work and its impact Honouring and listening to your soul's purpose An overview of Ayurvedic practices Connecting to your soul's calling Living a balanced and purposeful life and so much more Tune in now. ----more---- Listen to our first episode here: The afterlife, walking with spirit, experiencing miracles and seeing through the eyes of love with Lena Jung https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-afterlife-walking-with-spirit-experiencing/id1513783755?i=1000670727070 Welcome to The Afterlight Podcast with Lauren Grace, a spiritual podcast full of stories and conversations that prove we're never alone. Lauren Grace, host of The Afterlight Podcast, is a high-impact coach and medium dedicated to helping professionals deepen their connection to their soul so they can experience more freedom, fulfillment, and purpose.   Connect with Lauren Grace, Lauren Grace Inspirations: Lauren on Social @LaurenGraceInspirations Website: https://laurengraceinspirations.com Want to work with Lauren? Book a Free Discovery Call with Lauren: https://laurengraceinspirations.com Free Offers: https://laurengraceinspirations.com/freeoffers   The Afterlight Podcast:  The Afterlight Podcast on Social @theafterlightpodcast To be a guest, apply here: www.theafterlightpodcast.com Sign up for our newsletter: https://laurengraceinspirations.com/contact   Meet Lena Jung Born in Slovenia, the "green pearl of Europe," Lena grew up as a lone wolf, finding solace in nature and her inner world. After the passing of her husband in 2023, Lena connected with his soul, which then led her to communicate with The Drops, a collective group of high-vibrational beings from the Source. Their guidance and love helped Lena heal and reignited her purpose of serving others on their spiritual paths. In addition to her channeling work with The Drops, Lena offers a wide range of healing modalities, including Ayurvedic consultations (Postgraduate Certificate in Ayurveda), Shamanic journeys (certified through the Four Winds Society), and Jungian coaching (certified Jungian coach). Her vast experience includes two PhDs, an Executive MBA, and over 20 years in media and energy businesses. Connect with Lena here: https://www.lenajung.com  

On this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin is joined by author, academic, and storyteller Dr Anthony Nanson, who has written three books just about Gloucestershire's folklore!Born in Lancashire, Anthony is a storyteller who has had a pretty amazing career. He has toured internationally as well as all over the UK, and, with his wonderful wife Kirsty Hartsiotis, is also a founder member of performance company Fire Springs. Aside from Gloucestershire Ghost Tales and Gloucestershire Folk Tales for Children, as co-written with Kirsty, he has authored over a half dozen books including Gloucestershire Folk Tales, Words of Re-enchantment, Exotic Excursions, and Deep Time.He has a PhD in Ecological Storytelling and Storywriting from the University of Gloucestershire, a Master's degrees in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, and a Diploma in Publishing. On top of which, he also teaches creative writing at Bath Spa University, and his academic and creative work have appeared in numerous magazines, journals and periodicals across the last 30+ years.All of this helps to make him an incredibly interesting person. And, as if that weren't enough, he's extremely warm, friendly, and funny, too!As such, we hope you enjoy this ranging conversation, which includes topics as diverse as mysteriously disappearing hilltop caravans, the Greek hero Theseus, those things that distinguish storytelling from theatre, and, of course, Gloucestershire's folklore.Otherwise, we will be back on Monday with our brand new County Episode, in which we will be bustling through the history and folklore of Buckinghamshire!Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this mystical guest episode, Emily interviews Tiffany Calhoun who is Tiffany is a multi-disciplinary Intuitive Healer, Soul Alignment Coach, Breathwork Facilitator, Reflector & forever student to the Light. Her self healing journey led her to discover, learn & seek mastery in healing modalities that have personally transformed her own life in every possible way, from mindset, relationship with food, body image, sensuality, relationships with friends / family & connection with God/Source/Universal Energy. Her training & background includes the traditional (BS in Biology, MBA in Finance from Drexel University, Post Graduate Certificate in Women in Leadership from Cornell) & non-traditional (Usui Reiki Master Teacher & Advanced Akashic Records Practitioner & Transformational Breathwork Coach). Working with Tiffany you can expect a healing experience that will help you release somatic traumas and transmute any negative patterns that are holding you back from feeling light, aligned & empowered. Using Breath, Reiki, Akashic Healing, Journaling, & Intuitive guidance, Tiffany helps you discover your Authenticity, Love & Self Acceptance and Soul's Purpose as you step into your highest timeline (aka your best life).Emily & Tiffany dive into a conversation about Tiffany's epic spiritual awakening experience and how that led to her passion of being a breathwork facilitator and a multidimensional healer. Tiffany breaks down the science of breathwork to us, how it impacts the body and the nervous system, and how it generates organic DMT in the brain that leads to interdimensional experiences. Tiffany shares how her galactic gifts have been coming online in her breathwork, including the incredible multidimensional journeys that she leads as a facilitator and coach. We talk about bridging the gap between the physical and the spiritual and tips and practices for grounding this work into your everyday life. We talk about the importance of discernment when it comes to choosing a breathwork facilitator, as well as in the spiritual community in general, and how important it is to bring these higher dimensions of knowledge into our regular everyday life as human beings. This episode will quantum leap you to the higher dimensions and beyond, while also bringing you back down to earth with a more grounded holistic perspective. YouTube:Connect with Tiffany: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacred.vitality Website: https://www.sacredvitalityhealing.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sacredvitalityhealing?si=9w8SV1datR1pi7Rv Breathwork Library (Free 14 day trial with code EMILYTHEMYSTIC): https://www.sacredvitalityhealing.com/offers/TTLLfhiA/checkout?coupon_code=EMILYTHEMYSTIC JOIN THE EMILY THE MYSTIC MEMBERSHIP AND GET TIFFANY'S MULTIDIMENSIONAL GALACTIC JOURNEY!https://www.emilythemystic.com/membership — Get a FREE month of the Emily the Mystic Membership! Rate the show wherever you listen to your podcasts and send a screenshot to: teamemilythemystic@gmail.com — Connect with Emily: Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilythemystic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/emilythemystic Website and offerings: https://www.emilythemystic.com/ Schedule a session with Emily: https://calendly.com/emilyloganlewis Join the Membership: https://www.emilythemystic.com/membership FREE Meditations and Intuition Activator Challenge: https://www.emilythemystic.com/free-resources Akashic Records Training: https://www.emilythemystic.com/akashic-records-training

Society is evolving at an unprecedented pace, but are our schools keeping up? In this compelling conversation, Adriano Di Prato, co-author of Game Changers: Leading Today's Learning for Tomorrow's World, explores the balance between honoring our traditions and exploring innovation in education. We discuss how school leaders can adapt to a rapidly changing world, what it means to be a "game-changing" leader, and the role courage and purpose play in transforming schools for a future-ready model. If you're ready to challenge the status quo and rethink leadership in education, this deep and impactful conversation is for you!  About Adriano Di Prato: Adriano Di Prato serves as the Campus Director at LCI Melbourne, a progressive art, design, and enterprise institute of higher education that is part of a global network of 23 campuses, originally founded as LaSalle College International in Montreal, Canada, over 65 years ago. Adriano is the co-author of the bestselling book Game Changers: Leading Today's Learning for Tomorrow's World, where he advocates for a bold new social contract for learning—one grounded in regenerative, long-term interactions that prioritise human-centred innovation, ecological sustainability, and the transformative potential of education. His work challenges the status quo, emphasising the importance of designing learning ecosystems that nurture both individual growth and collective wellbeing. An influential thought leader, Adriano was named one of the Edruptors of 2022 by ISC Research UK and has been recognised as one of Australia's Top 50 Most Influential Educators by The Educator magazine in both 2022 and 2023. In 2024, he was invited to deliver a keynote at the Second Arab International Conference on AI in Education in Tunisia, where he explored the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in reshaping education while emphasising unlocking the human dimension within educational ecosystems. In 2023, Adriano's collaboration with Catholic Education South Australia led to the creation of Limitless Possibilities, a social entrepreneurial learning model that earned recognition in the inaugural ACER Teacher Awards for Curriculum Design and Implementation. Grounded in Catholic Social Teaching Principles and underpinned by Project-Based Learning (PBL) and Design Thinking methodologies, this innovative framework empowers students to create socially just and sustainable solutions for a better future. Throughout his extensive 26-year career in secondary education, Adriano has held key leadership roles in curriculum, operations, and student well-being. This includes 12 years as Deputy Principal at Marcellin College, where his leadership helped establish the school as one of Victoria's top-performing Catholic boys' schools. He also served for 10 years at Caroline Chisholm Catholic College, including four years as Deputy Principal, where he contributed to the development of a vibrant and inclusive learning community. Academically, Adriano holds a Bachelor of Arts (Design) from Monash University, a Teaching degree, a Master of School Leadership from the University of Melbourne, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Not-for-Profit Management from Australian Catholic University. He also completed a Theology study audit at the ACU Centre in Rome in 2017, deepening his commitment to Catholic education, which earned him Honorary Life Membership from the VCSSDPA in 2015. Adriano's vision for education is both hope-filled and deeply purposeful, as he believes education's greatest calling is not merely to...

This week, we welcome Alexis Dean to the show. Alexis is the founder of Dovetail Community—a global network for female entrepreneurs dedicated to fostering authentic connections and mutual support. This episode explores her journey of building an intentional community and the transformative impact this can have on personal and professional life. Expect to learn: — Why building an authentic community is critical for entrepreneurs. — The principles behind creating psychological safety in groups. — How to overcome isolation and build meaningful connections from scratch. — Why Alexis believes that "exclusively inclusive" communities are key to thriving. And more. You can learn more about Alexis and the Dovetail Community at https://dovetail.community. --- Alexis Dean is the Founder and Lead Facilitator of Two Roads, established in 2015. With over 12 years of experience as a facilitator, trainer, speaker, and educator, Alexis has worked with more than 200 corporate teams and school faculties across 21 countries. Her expertise is rooted in a robust academic foundation, including a Bachelor of Education in Experiential Education from Queen's University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Adult Training and Development from the University of Toronto. Additionally, Alexis is trained in the XCHANGE facilitation methodology, based on Appreciative Inquiry, which informs her distinctive approach to fostering and scaling exceptional organizational cultures within diverse groups. Beyond her professional endeavors, Alexis is the host of the Dovetail Community for Women Entrepreneurs. In her personal time, she enjoys outdoor adventures, including trail running, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, skiing, and snowshoeing, alongside her partner, Scott, and their dog, Albi. --- Interview Links: — Alexis' website - https://dovetail.community

Joing www.theelevatedgp.com DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Dr. Markus B. Blatz is Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Chairman of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences and Assistant Dean for Digital Innovation and Professional Development at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he also founded the Penn Dental Medicine CAD/CAM Ceramic Center, an interdisciplinary venture to study emerging technologies and new ceramic materials while providing state-of-the-art esthetic clinical care. Dr. Blatz graduated from Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany, and was awarded additional Doctorate Degrees, a Postgraduate Certificate in Prosthodontics, and a Professorship from the same University. Dr. Blatz is co-founder and past President of the International Academy for Adhesive Dentistry (IAAD) and a founding member of the European Academy of Digital Dentistry (EADD). He is a board-certified Diplomat in the German Society for Prosthodontics and Biomaterials (DGPro) and a member of multiple other professional organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the International College of Prosthodontists, the American College of Prosthodontists (honorary member), Academy of Osseointegration, and O.K.U. Honor Dental Society. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, Associate Editor of the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry and of Quintessence International, Section Editor for the International Journal of Prosthodontics, and serves on the editorial boards of numerous other recognized scientific dental journals. He is coauthor of the international bestseller “evolution – contemporary protocols for anterior single-tooth implants”, which has been translated on over 8 languages. Prior to joining Penn Dental Medicine as Chairperson of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences in September 2006, Dr. Blatz was at Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry in New Orleans, where he served as Chairman of the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and Biomaterials and Assistant Dean for Clinical Research. During his tenure at LSU, Dr. Blatz also directed the Masters of Science in Oral Biology Program and was a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics. From 1994 to 1998 he was an Assistant Professor and from 1998 to 1999 a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics at Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg School of Dentistry in Freiburg, Germany. A widely published and internationally respected lecturer, Dr. Blatz's main focus within clinical practice and research is esthetic dentistry with an emphasis on implantology and dental materials, particularly ceramics and adhesion. Dr. Blatz is the recipient of multiple teaching and research awards and has published and lectured extensively on dental esthetics, restorative materials, and implant dentistry. He was recently named one of the “World's Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry”.

Colin reflects on the importance of maintaining a positive mindset in the field of health and safety. As he shares his experiences from the past year, he emphasises the need to shift the narrative from negative to positive, particularly in workplace discussions and risk assessments KEY TAKEAWAYS Encourage involving employees in the creation and review of risk assessments and safe systems of work. Their insights can lead to more effective and practical safety measures. Promote journaling as a powerful method for individuals to express their thoughts and reflect on their experiences, which can help in managing stress and improving clarity. Recognise the need to prioritise activities that bring joy and fulfilment, such as podcasting, and make a commitment to maintain consistency in these endeavours. BEST MOMENTS "We just try and challenge the thinking of people, probably in more of a management position, trying to develop some training and developing processes that really involve a lot of reflection." "Whenever anybody says they haven't got time, they have. But what you've got to do is you've got to get it prioritised and get it moved back up the agenda." "Can we actually start to talk about rather than saying what people can't do, actually saying this is what you can do?" VALUABLE RESOURCES The Interesting Health & Safety Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/vn/podcast/the-interesting-health-safety-podcast/id1467771449         Project Mollitiam - https://www.projectmollitiam.com       ABOUT THE HOST Colin Nottage ‘Making health and safety as important as everything else we do.' This is the belief that Colin is passionate about and through his consultancy Influential Management Group (IMG) is able to spread into industry. Colin works at a strategic level with company owners and board members. He helps business leaders establish and achieve their health and safety ambitions. He has developed a number of leading competency improvement programmes that are delivered across industry and his strengths are his ability to take a practical approach to problem-solving and being able to liaise at all levels within an organisation. Colin also runs a company that vets contractors online and a network that develops and support H&S consultancies to become better businesses. Colin chairs the Construction Dust Partnership, an industry collaboration directly involving many organisations, including the Health and Safety Executive. He is a Post Graduate Tutor at Strathclyde University and a highly sought-after health and safety speaker and trainer. He has a Post Graduate Certificate in Safety and Risk management, an engineering degree and is a Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

Technique. How to take back your power when you're feeling sad, bad, down or afraid with Lena Jung In this mini-episode, Lauren Grace and Lena Jung discuss a powerful technique for reclaiming your energy when you're feeling sad, bad, down, or afraid. Lena shares practical strategies to help you navigate difficult emotions and take back your power.  This mini-episode is filled with insights to empower you in moments of struggle, reminding you that you have the strength to overcome and thrive.  Tune in to learn how to shift your mindset and embrace a more empowered version of yourself. This is a clip from our full-length episode: The afterlife, walking with spirit, experiencing miracles and seeing through the eyes of love with Lena Jung. Listen now where you get your podcasts. Listen here: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-ws3qq-16e43b4 ----more---- Welcome to The Afterlight Podcast with Lauren Grace, a spiritual podcast full of stories and conversations that prove we're never alone. Lauren Grace, host of The Afterlight Podcast, is a high-impact coach and medium dedicated to helping professionals deepen their connection to their soul so they can experience more freedom, fulfillment, and purpose.    Connect with Lauren Grace, Lauren Grace Inspirations: Lauren on Social @LaurenGraceInspirations Website: https://laurengraceinspirations.com Want to work with Lauren? Book a Free Discovery Call with Lauren: https://laurengraceinspirations.com Free Offers: https://laurengraceinspirations.com/freeoffers   The Afterlight Podcast:  The Afterlight Podcast on Social @theafterlightpodcast To be a guest, apply here: www.theafterlightpodcast.com Sign up for our newsletter: https://laurengraceinspirations.com/contact   Meet Lena Jung Born in Slovenia, the "green pearl of Europe," Lena grew up as a lone wolf, finding solace in nature and her inner world.  After the passing of her husband in 2023, Lena connected with his soul, which then led her to communicate with The Drops, a collective group of high-vibrational beings from the Source.  Their guidance and love helped Lena heal and reignited her purpose of serving others on their spiritual paths. In addition to her channeling work with The Drops, Lena offers a wide range of healing modalities, including Ayurvedic consultations (Postgraduate Certificate in Ayurveda), Shamanic journeys (certified through the Four Winds Society), and Jungian coaching (certified Jungian coach). Her vast experience includes two PhDs, an Executive MBA, and over 20 years in media and energy businesses. Connect with Lena here: https://www.lenajung.com

Send us a textAre you speaking up less? Fawning more? There's a high cost to living with a narcissist, and it could be your identity.This week, Lynn Strathdee, psychodynamic therapist, joins me to discuss echoism, the true opposite personality style to narcissism. She shares how fawning could result in a loss of our very self.To learn more about Lynn's work:Website:  https://www.echoismrecovery.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theechochamber?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcLynn Strathdee is a dedicated psychodynamic therapist with a passion for helping adults recover from narcissistic abuse. Armed with a degree in Psychodynamic Counselling, a Master's in French Translation, and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education, Lynn combines her rich educational background with extensive therapeutic expertise.Lynn specializes in working with "echoists"—individuals whose identities have been profoundly impacted by narcissistic relationships. Understanding their unique struggles, she employs a blend of self-psychology and psycho-education to guide her clients toward reclaiming their sense of self and living fulfilling lives.Did you know you don't need to wait a week for your next podcast fix? For only $5/month, sign up for weekly podcast extras!  Join me on Substack! Follow Dr. McAvoy!YouTube: @kerrymcavoyphdInstagram: @kerrymcavoyphdFacebook: @kerrymcavoyphdE-mail: hello@kerrymcavoyphd.comNewsletter: https://breakingfreenarcabuse.substack.com/ Website: https://www.breakingfreenarcissisticabuse.com/Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., a mental health specialist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships, deconstructing narcissism, and understanding various other mental health-related issues. Her memoir, Love You More: The Harrowing Tale of Lies, Sex Addiction, & Double Cross, gives an uncensored glimpse into the dynamics of narcissistic abuse.As an Amazon affiliate, a commission is earned from qualifying purchases.Support the show

The afterlife, walking with spirit , experiencing miracles and seeing through the eyes of love with Lena Jung New episode on The Afterlight Podcast with Lauren Grace: The afterlife, walking with spirit, experiencing miracles, and seeing through the eyes of love with Lena Jung. In this episode, Lauren Grace and Lena Jung explore: receiving messages from spirit and channeling energy navigating grief and the reminder that we're never alone experiencing miracles and walking with spirit how to take back your power when you're feeling down or afraid how love transcends the physical world and what that means for everyday life and so much more It's a deep, heart-centered conversation that will leave you feeling uplifted and empowered. Listen now where you get your podcasts. ----more---- Welcome to The Afterlight Podcast with Lauren Grace, a spiritual podcast full of stories and conversations that prove we're never alone. Lauren Grace, host of The Afterlight Podcast, is a high-impact coach and medium dedicated to helping professionals deepen their connection to their soul so they can experience more freedom, fulfillment, and purpose.    Connect with Lauren Grace, Lauren Grace Inspirations: Lauren on Social @LaurenGraceInspirations Website: https://laurengraceinspirations.com Want to work with Lauren? Book a Free Discovery Call with Lauren: https://laurengraceinspirations.com Free Offers: https://laurengraceinspirations.com/freeoffers   The Afterlight Podcast:  The Afterlight Podcast on Social @theafterlightpodcast To be a guest, apply here: www.theafterlightpodcast.com Sign up for our newsletter: https://laurengraceinspirations.com/contact   Meet Lena Jung Born in Slovenia, the "green pearl of Europe," Lena grew up as a lone wolf, finding solace in nature and her inner world.  After the passing of her husband in 2023, Lena connected with his soul, which then led her to communicate with The Drops, a collective group of high-vibrational beings from the Source.  Their guidance and love helped Lena heal and reignited her purpose of serving others on their spiritual paths. In addition to her channeling work with The Drops, Lena offers a wide range of healing modalities, including Ayurvedic consultations (Postgraduate Certificate in Ayurveda), Shamanic journeys (certified through the Four Winds Society), and Jungian coaching (certified Jungian coach). Her vast experience includes two PhDs, an Executive MBA, and over 20 years in media and energy businesses. Connect with Lena here: https://www.lenajung.com

“As choral conductors, we're first and foremost educators, and we have to realize that we have to come with compassion in everything that we do when we listen to choirs. All too often we sit there thinking, ‘the intonation wasn't so great, or maybe their phrase endings could be better,' but we don't understand what people are working with. No two choirs are the same. No choir operates in the same context.”Dr. Michael Joseph Barrett is the conductor of the University of Pretoria (Tuks) Camerata and a senior lecturer in Choral Conducting in the Department of Music. He obtained the degrees BMus in Performing Arts and MMus (Performing Arts), specializing in choral conducting, in 2008, both from the University of Pretoria. He holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education and a Performance Licentiate in Singing, both received in 2008, from Unisa. In 2017, Michael was awarded a Doctorate of Music degree (Performing Arts) in Choral Performance by the University of Pretoria.Michael's choirs have won numerous national and international awards, as well as choral competitions all over the world, including the Grand Prix of Nations; the 8th World Choir Games; the St Petersburg Choral Competition; the Llangollen (Shlangoshlen) International Musical Eisteddfod (ICEtedfud); and the International Youth Music Festival. In 2017, Tuks Camerata was invited to perform at the World Choral Symposium in Barcelona, Spain. The choir has released three CDs, which were all nominated for South African Music Awards. In March, the Tuks Camerata will perform as an invited choir to the National ACDA Conference in Dallas.Michael is an active composer and arranger whose music is published internationally by Santa Barbara Music Publishers and Walton Music. He is regularly invited to present workshops and adjudicate choral competitions both locally and abroad. He is also the executive director and co-producer of Capital Singers, South Africa's largest community choir project. To get in touch with Michael, you can email him or find him on Instagram (@mbarrett1310) or Facebook (@michael.j.barrett.54). You can also visit the Tuks Camerata website or follow them on Instagram (@tuks_camerata), Facebook (@UPCamerata), or YouTube (@universityofpretoriacamera357). To support the Tuks Camerata's travel to National ACDA 2025, visit their funding website.Choir Fam wants to hear from you! Check out the Minisode Intro Part 3 episode from February 16, 2024, to hear how to share your story with us.Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson

In this episode, we will learn from Karen Jacobs, OT, EdD, OTR, CPE, FAOTA & Alyson D. Stover, MOT, JD, OTR/L, BCP about Occupational Therapy & Artificial Intelligence.Dr. Karen Jacobs is a distinguished occupational therapist with a career spanning over four decades. She is the Associate Dean of Digital Learning and Innovation, the Program Director of the post-professional doctorate in occupational therapy program, and a Clinical Professor of occupational therapy at Boston University's Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. She has worked at Boston University for 41 years. She holds a Doctor of Education (EdD) degree from the University of Massachusetts, a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Boston University and a Bachelor's degree from Washington University. She has expertise in various areas, including ergonomics, artificial intelligence, marketing, entrepreneurship, and advocacy. Her passion for enhancing occupational performance has led to extensive research, publications, and presentations worldwide. She is the founding editor-in-chief of the journal WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment & Rehabilitation since 1990. Dr. Jacobs has played a pivotal role in advancing backpack safety through AOTA's National Backpack Awareness Day and promoting the recognition of occupational therapy through the creation of Occupational Therapy Global Day of Service. Both are held on World Occupational Therapy Day on October 27. As a Fellow of the American Occupational Therapy Association (FAOTA), the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) and the International Ergonomics Association (IEA), Dr. Jacobs has been recognized for her outstanding contributions as a scholar, professor, advocate, and mentor, who has inspired countless students and practitioners. Throughout her career, Dr. Jacobs has held leadership positions such as the president and vice president of the American Occupational Therapy Association contributing to the growth and development of occupational therapy at both national and international levels. Some of her awards include the 2005 recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship in Iceland, the 2011 AOTA Eleanor Clarke Slagle Lectureship Award, the 2020 AOTA Outstanding Mentor Award and the 2024 AOTA/AOTF Presidents' Commendation in Honor of Wilma L. West.Dr. Alyson Stover is an owner and Occupational Therapist at Capable Kids. She completed her undergraduate degree in Rehabilitation Science and her Master of Occupational Therapy at the University of Pittsburgh. In 2008 she returned to school and completed her Juris Doctorate, with a Post-Graduate Certificate in Health Law, from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Alyson has practiced in various settings, including schools, early intervention, outpatient pediatrics and acute care and long-term rehabilitation care at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and the Children's Home of Pittsburgh and Lemieux Family Center. She is an associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh's Doctor of Occupational Therapy and affiliated health law faculty for the Center for Bioethics and Health Law University of Pittsburgh. Alyson serves as the President of occupational therapy's national board, AOTA. Alyson's expertise includes the holistic approach to pediatric and family evaluation and intervention, trauma-informed occupational therapy and occupation-based approaches to substance use disorder. She is trained and certified in Therapeutic Listening, Interactive Metronome, and Mental Health First Aid, as well as splinting and taping protocols. Along with working with children, Alyson provides non-lawyer advocacy for children and families who need assistance accessing resources. As a published author, nationally grant-funded research investigator, and subject-matter expert, Alyson provides continuing education for healthcare practitioners, educators, first responders, and the community. Contact & Resources:Karen Jacobs:Email: kjacobs@bu.eduLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenjacobsot/Here is the link to the BU Sargent College podcast, HealthMatters: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthmatters/id1495983952Alyson D. Stover:Email: adstover@pitt.eduLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyson-stover-8a446159/Capable Kids: https://capablekidsrehab.com/teamKorro AI:Enhance your pediatric occupational therapy practice by joining the Korro professional community (ot.korro.ai). Korro innovates occupational therapy through immersive, play-based experiences, combining engagement with efficacy. 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Who struggles with addiction? Is it only the person you see drinking on a park bench at dawn, or could it also be a respected judge, or perhaps a Muslim grandfather? Addiction does not discriminate—it affects people from all walks of life, regardless of age, culture, or background. In today's episode, I am honored to welcome Raffa, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in the recovery field. Now running a private rehab in Watford, Raffa brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to the conversation. Together, we will explore the realities of addiction and recovery, challenging the harmful stereotypes that often surround them. Raffa holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Counselling using the Arts and has extensive training in Integrative Art Psychotherapy. His unique approach offers fresh insights into what recovery can truly look like, and how we can reshape our perspectives for a more inclusive and supportive future. Key Takeaways - Diverse Faces of Addiction: Understanding that addiction affects individuals across all demographics and communities. Breaking Down Stigma: Discussing the societal narratives that hinder recovery and how we can shift towards empathy and support. Raffa's Journey in Recovery: Insight into Raffa's extensive experience and the lessons learned from over 20 years in the field. Vision for the Future: Raffa shares innovative ideas on how recovery can evolve, breaking down barriers within all cultures and communities. A special thank you to Raffa for her invaluable contributions and for inspiring us to think differently about addiction and recovery. Topics - 0:00 Intro 2:50 Why did Raffa pursue this career? 7:00 A calling & life purpose from a Muslim scholar 9:30 What does rock bottom look like? 14:00 The stigma of addiction in different cultures 17:30 Religion vs culture 23:30 What kind of people go to rehab & why? 33:20 Running a rehab as a Muslim 41:00 If you were a good Muslim that wouldn't happen? 44:25 A vision for the future 49:15 The healing power of compassion & forgiveness This Podcast is not for profit but my goal is to break even. To help me make more please donate here. Thank you! https://bit.ly/3kSucAs Follow Raffa Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/creative_recovery_workshops Follow Oliver Instagram - https://bit.ly/3IemHLY Facebook - http://bit.ly/3w8S1Gx TikTok - https://bit.ly/3YGLsYm LinkedIn - http://bit.ly/3kp4ymC Threads - https://bit.ly/3svw7yL X - http://bit.ly/3GQYj2l Listen or watch on: (please subscribe/follow & rate/review) Spotify - https://bit.ly/3YMYyWC YouTube - https://bit.ly/3X0RJzq Apple - https://apple.co/3PajZvQ

Science and ParaNormal Date: 07.30.24 Ep.40 Topic: SYNCHRONICITY: the GUIDING SIGNS Guest:: Dr. Bethany Butzer Bio: I write, teach, and conduct research in the fields of positive psychology and transpersonal psychology, which emphasize the development of human strength and potential. I received my PhD in psychology from the University of Western Ontario, Canada. I also have a Postgraduate Certificate in Consciousness, Spirituality & Transpersonal Psychology from the Alef Trust. I've worked in the corporate world and in academia, and I've also spent several years as an entrepreneur. From 2013 to 2015 I was a postdoctoral research fellow at Harvard Medical School, where I studied the effects of yoga in school settings. From 2016-2022 I was a Lecturer in the School of Psychology at the University of New York in Prague. I currently live in Prague, where I work 100% online as a Lecturer for the Alef Trust MSc program in Consciousness, Spirituality & Transpersonal Psychology. I am also the Assistant Director for the Alef Trust PhD program in Applied Transpersonal Psychology. My research focuses on yoga and mindfulness for youth, as well as transpersonal topics such as synchronicity, parapsychology, and ecopsychology. I teach undergraduate and Masters-level courses on topics such as research methods, positive psychology, consciousness, and career development.

Science and ParaNormal Date: 07.30.24 Ep.40 Topic: SYNCHRONICITY: the GUIDING SIGNS Guest:: Dr. Bethany Butzer Bio: I write, teach, and conduct research in the fields of positive psychology and transpersonal psychology, which emphasize the development of human strength and potential. I received my PhD in psychology from the University of Western Ontario, Canada. I also have a Postgraduate Certificate in Consciousness, Spirituality & Transpersonal Psychology from the Alef Trust. I've worked in the corporate world and in academia, and I've also spent several years as an entrepreneur. From 2013 to 2015 I was a postdoctoral research fellow at Harvard Medical School, where I studied the effects of yoga in school settings. From 2016-2022 I was a Lecturer in the School of Psychology at the University of New York in Prague. I currently live in Prague, where I work 100% online as a Lecturer for the Alef Trust MSc program in Consciousness, Spirituality & Transpersonal Psychology. I am also the Assistant Director for the Alef Trust PhD program in Applied Transpersonal Psychology. My research focuses on yoga and mindfulness for youth, as well as transpersonal topics such as synchronicity, parapsychology, and ecopsychology. I teach undergraduate and Masters-level courses on topics such as research methods, positive psychology, consciousness, and career development.

Bonnie Kong is a partner at Anderson, Mori & Tomotsune in Tokyo. Bonnie shares how she came to be working in law and how an interest in Japan set her on a course over 10 years of visiting, learning the language, working on deals with Japan overseas and then finally moving to live in Japan. We discuss the importance of continuous learning, cultural understanding across generations, and community engagement in achieving legal career success. We also discuss the paradox of effortlessness! Join us for another fascinating story of a woman in the law in Japan. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Head over to Apple Podcasts to leave a review and we'd love it if you would leave us a message here! In this episode you'll hear: Why nothing is wasted when you learn continuously in your law career What it's like to take on the leadership role of partner in a firm Inspiration from tennis star Roger Federer on effortlessness Her favourite restaurant and other fun facts About Bonnie Bonnie Kong is a Partner in the Tokyo office of Anderson Mori & Tomotsune. Bonnie has extensive experience in a broad range of corporate matters, including capital markets transactions, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, restructuring and securities and investment projects in Greater China and Japan, as well as licensing and regulatory compliance. Prior to joining Anderson Mori & Tomotsune, Bonnie was a partner of a prestigious international law firm in Hong Kong and prior to that in other firms in Tokyo and Hong Kong. Bonnie is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin, and is conversational in Japanese.  She undertook a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Auckland in New Zealand, and she subsequently studied Bachelor of Chinese Laws at Tsinghua University and did a Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL) at The University of Hong Kong. She also joined a Japanese Language Program at Keio University in Japan.  She is qualified as a barrister and solicitor in New Zealand and New South Wales, Australia, and as a solicitor in Hong Kong and England and Wales.  Outside of the practice of Law Bonnie served as a judge at the Intercollegiate Negotiation Competition in the past two consecutive years. She was previously a part-time lecturer at the Graduate Schools of Law and Politics at the University of Tokyo. Bonnie is passionate about diversity equity and inclusion and has been appointed as a member of the Diversity & Inclusion Committee at Anderson Mori & Tomotsune since April last year and as a member of the Pro Bono Committee since April this year. She is involved with supporting Women in Law Japan most recently with the International Women's Day event in 2024, hosted at her law firm's seminar room. In her spare time, Bonnie loves traveling and has been to different parts of Japan, and she also enjoys cycling.  Connect with Bonnie  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwkong/  Links Bonnie's Secret Restaurant, Suigian: https://suigian.jp/   72 Micro Seasons App https://www.kurashikata.com/72seasons/  Connect with Catherine  Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/oconnellcatherine/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyeronair YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lawyeronair 

Series: Artificial Intelligence, Leadership and the Future of Further EducationHosts:Richard Foster-Fletcher, Executive Chair, MKAI.orgKurt Hintz, Managing Director, Fortis Education ConsultingGuest:Jason Lancaster, Principal and CEO Elect, Northampton CollegeGuest Bio:Jason Lancaster is a specialist in education, training, and skills development with a distinguished career in the further education sector. Currently the Principal and CEO Elect of Northampton College, Jason has held senior leadership roles including Director of the Institute of Technology and Employer Partnerships, Deputy Principal for Curriculum & Quality, and Vice Principal for Performance Improvement. His work focuses on improving educational provision, developing new curriculum areas, and fostering strong partnerships with employers.Jason's background in electronic engineering, with degrees in BEng (Hons) and MEng, and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Further and Higher Education), underpins his technical expertise and pedagogical knowledge. He is a member of the Institute of Engineering and Technology and the Society for Education and Training. His leadership has led to the successful introduction of new programs and significant improvements in educational quality, making him a key figure in shaping the future of further education.Episode 19: "Bridging the Skills Gap: Innovations in Further Education” with Jason LancasterEpisode Overview:In "Bridging the Skills Gap: Innovations in Further Education," we explore the transformative impact of AI on further education. This episode brings together insights from Jason Lancaster, delving into how AI technologies like personalised learning systems and data-driven feedback mechanisms are reshaping educational practices. We discuss the strategic use of AI in identifying skills gaps, tailoring curriculum development, and enhancing both teaching and learning experiences.Key Topics of Discussion:The Role of AI in Personalised Learning:How AI can be leveraged to personalise learning experiences.The potential of AI in identifying skills gaps and tailoring curriculum development to meet individual learner needs.Innovations in Curriculum Development for Further Education:Jason's experience with introducing new curriculum areas and meeting the needs of both learners and employers.The challenge of embedding wider skills and behaviours, with AI providing opportunities for consistency.Strategies for Quality Improvement in Further Education Institutions:Key strategies and best practices implemented by Jason to drive improvements in educational provision.Insights into the difference between improving poor to decent and decent to excellent educational standards.Bridging the Skills Gap through Employer Partnerships:The importance of collaboration between colleges and employers in creating responsive and relevant educational programs.Challenges and opportunities in aligning educational provision with employer needs, particularly in the context of AI and automation.Leadership and Management in the Education Sector:Jason's approach to leadership and management in the education sector.The importance of mentoring and supporting future leaders in further education.The Future of Vocational Education:Trends and predictions for the future of vocational education and training.The role of technology in enhancing vocational education and preparing students for the future.Key 'Takeaway' Ideas:Data as a Strategic Asset:Treating data with the same seriousness as financial and human resources to enhance decision-making and operational efficiencies.Ethical Tech Integration:The need for careful consideration of ethical implications and policy development when incorporating technology in educational settings.Empowering through Innovation:How technological advancements can empower educators and learners, leading to improved educational outcomes and reduced administrative burdens.Explore the Episode:Witness a compelling discussion on the transformative power of data and technology in education with Jason Lancaster, and learn how these tools are not just reshaping educational strategies but also setting the stage for a more efficient and effective future. Tune into this enlightening conversation to see how data-centric approaches are pivotal in driving the next wave of educational innovation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-boundless-podcast--4077400/support.

Cassandra Mok grew up in Australia. She was the daughter of Malaysian parents and Chinese grandparents. She will tell you that her childhood was a bit of a challenge working through the values and norms of her parents that often were quite a bit different from the Australian life and people around her. All her experiences gave her a keen interest in the blending of cultures which also led to her traveling to various countries.   Our conversation covers topics like how to mix cultures in a positive way. We also discuss a lot of topics about how people can learn to be better leaders through what clearly is utilizing teamwork and trust to create better working environments within organizations.   Cassandra is an executive coach with a broad world view that helps her interact with people who come to her from many different perspectives and attitudes. Clearly, she has developed a mindset that is unstoppable which she attempts to instill in those with whom she works.   About the Guest:   Cassandra Mok is a human; although as a child, she was often asked what the weather was like on her planet. Born in Australia, she comes from a heritage of migration as her parents were born in Malaysia to her Chinese grandparents. As such, she grew up in a blend of cultures, negotiating between different norms and social expectations. This made her highly aware of how essential intercultural communication and understanding are to building effective relationships.    As an adult, she followed her dream to experience other societies and ways of life. Through her studies and career, she has lived in Cambodia, Canada, China, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Mexico, Nepal, Singapore, and Vanuatu. Her professional experience has mostly been in international development - on poverty alleviation and social & behavioural change programs as well as organisational change management. However more recently she has been working with startups, seeking to create social impact through entrepreneurship and innovation.   Cassandra is a complete nerd and loves exploring the intricacies about many aspects of society, cultural evolution, group dynamics, human behaviour, science and technology. Her research focus for her Masters was about how international legal frameworks affect agrobiodiversity. While studying her Bachelors of Communications in Social Inquiry and in International Studies (Mexico), she did research on why young Mexicans weren't using contraceptives. Additionally, Cassandra has a Postgraduate Certificate in Organisational Coaching and Leadership and is certified Executive Coach - helping managers effectively implement change initiatives and to become inspiring leaders.   Cassandra is passionate about collaborating with others on “wicked” problems through harnessing the power of their people and systems effectively to create positive social change. She loves meeting people working on interesting things to figure out complex challenges so feel free to reach out.   Ways to connect with Cassandra: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cassandramok   About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog.   Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards.   https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/   accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/   https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/       Thanks for listening!   Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!   Subscribe to the podcast   If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.   Leave us an Apple Podcasts review   Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.     Transcription Notes: Michael Hingson ** 00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.   Michael Hingson ** 01:20 Welcome to another episode of unstoppable mindset where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet today we get unexpected, I guarantee you. Today we get to interview a lady who, in the bio that she sent me started it by saying that she was human. Although people often asked her what the weather was like on her planet when she was a child. I don't know what to say about that. But you know, if if she's from another planet, we'll find out about it and see what language she speaks to us. But I would like you all to meet Cassandra Mok who lives well around the world. She started in Australia today. She's in Singapore. She's lived in a variety of countries, and really has a great appreciation. And she will tell us for international cultures, and finding ways to get people in cultures to communicate and interact with each other. And with that introduction to Cassandra, thank you and welcome to unstoppable mindset.   Cassandra Mok ** 02:24 I'm really excited to be here.   Michael Hingson ** 02:26 Well, we're glad you're here. So let's get to this business about what was the weather like on your planet? Tell us about Cassandra as a child and growing up and some of that a little bit? Yeah,   Cassandra Mok ** 02:37 ah, so I was born in Australia. For those people who are watching, I don't have what is quintessentially an Australian face. Often it's perceived that you know, you have these blonde beach people is the typical Australian stereotype. My parents are actually from Malaysia, but my grandparents are originally from China or Singapore. So I grew up in this hodgepodge of different values and expectations about what was normal, what was behavior, what was being good, all of these sorts of things. And it's, it's a mix, it's not just the Australian, it's also the Chinese, but that different kinds of Chinese because Malaysian Chinese isn't the same as mainland Chinese. Right? Yeah. So that's, that's a little bit about me. I think that that's probably one of the reasons why I was always sort of thought of as naughty by my parents and weird by people at school. You know, things that I did were different. We lived in a lot of places in rural Australia, where we were often the only Asian family in town. So, you know, there is no, you know, frame of reference for people to sort of, sort of be like, oh, there's something different, you know, there's glow people don't all do the same things. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 04:18 So what did you do? That was naughty? Ah,   Cassandra Mok ** 04:22 okay. So Australians have very independent minded and we swear a lot doing, trying to make sure that I didn't swear a lot in this podcast. And, you know, tend to be a little bit troublemaker. There's a little bit of a rebellious culture in Australia. And the typical Asian parenting style, especially back then, was very, you know, you should listen to your parents. You should be obedient. You should do what you're told. You should follow the rules. And again, the rules are different. Ah, so you know, then you have to follow these unspoken rules about how to behave, and you don't have other people to comedies. So when people grow up in a culture that makes matches with their parents expectations, you learn some of those rules by watching other people. Whereas when you're living in an environment where the behavior of people is very different from what your parents expect, and you are following the things that you're learning at school, or watching others, or the other kids and how they behave and interact, then your parents think you are naughty. So I was very independent minded, very independent minded as a kid.   Michael Hingson ** 05:44 So there was a little bit of a culture clash there and your parents had a little bit of a difficult time, sort of reconciling you and and behavior from school, and just what kids would do in Australia, as opposed to what they would expect you to do.   Cassandra Mok ** 06:04 Oh, yeah, absolutely, absolutely. I think when my dad went to university in Australia, so he's much more Australian eyes and likes a lot of the Australian things, but there's also a difference between being something and, you know, expectations people have in their head, you know, so talking back is definitely not seen as something you do, particularly back then and in Asian culture. Whereas, yeah, I had a very sharp tongue. So yeah, it did, it did definitely cause some some tension in my parents when I was growing up. But luckily, for me, I think my parents would become more Australian, but I think they also recognize that, you know, that sort of independence and that independent thinking, has sort of helped me as an adult, whereas as a kid, I was probably very difficult. But as an adult, makes me much more resilient and much more problem solving.   Michael Hingson ** 07:01 It sounds like they did learn to cope with it some   Cassandra Mok ** 07:07 told me to just cope, I think it's also appreciate, you know, coping is sort of like tolerance, you put up with something that I really like, and don't get me wrong, you know, I think that yeah, but there's, you know, that exactly, the appreciation is very much like, oh, okay, this thing that I used to think was bad, I now understand the flavor of flavors of it. I understand how it's beneficial. I understand how useful it is. So I think my parents, so become more appreciative of some of the, the skills and perspectives as I've gotten older. Well,   Michael Hingson ** 07:47 so. Did you go to college in Australia? Or, or did you do college? Or what did you do? Yeah,   Cassandra Mok ** 07:53 so after high school, I went to university. That's what we call them in Australia. And I did most of my university in Australia. But I also went to Mexico, because I just wanted to live somewhere completely different. I think one of my motivations to also choose Mexico was that prominent Australian perspective. For example, in the mass global media, Australia is seen as kangaroos, and deserts and beaches. And while that is somewhat true, it's not true for every Australian, it's not true for every Australian environment. Not all of us have kangaroos in our front yard, some of us do. And so for me, I was really fascinated by Mexico, which began in Australian media was very much portrayed through probably a North American lens English speaking North American lens, which was desert kept us as big hats siestas. And there was something fundamentally that I didn't feel oh, that's, that's probably not true. So what is it like in Mexico? And what do Mexicans actually think? And what is the Mexican way of life that isn't a almost a parody of very specific visual elements. So I wanted to experience that. So I spent a year and a half in Mexico.   Michael Hingson ** 09:16 So when did when did you do that? What level of college were you at when you did that?   Cassandra Mok ** 09:22 So I did international studies as part of my degree. So in Australia, we have these things called double degrees, where you do two degrees at the same time. And so that was my international studies component. So it was the last few years of my degree.   Michael Hingson ** 09:38 Was that a bachelor's or a master's? Or did you go into it? Upper or advanced graduate work?   Cassandra Mok ** 09:46 Yeah, so that was in my undergraduate but I ended up doing a marketer's later on. And yeah. Further, further academic studies later on.   Michael Hingson ** 09:55 Did you do that in Australia or somewhere else? In   Cassandra Mok ** 09:58 Australia In Australia I had this grand idea to do it somewhere else. But at the time, I had moved back to Australia and and was getting my master's. So spent time doing that. Eat my graduate certificate. I did it during COVID. So, technically, I was sitting in Cambodia, but it was from an Australian institution. So when people say did you study in Australia? I tend to say yes, even though I never set foot on campus in Australia. Yeah, but it was from an Australian institution. So   Michael Hingson ** 10:35 well, you lived, you've lived in a number of countries now you haven't been to the US, or have you been here at all?   Cassandra Mok ** 10:41 I visited. I have a few friends. Some who were from the US Originally, the others who have migrated. So I've been to the US I've been to I was in Texas one year for the Fourth of July. That was a   Michael Hingson ** 10:59 that's an interesting time to be there. And interesting.   Cassandra Mok ** 11:03 The supermarket was fascinating. I've spent some time in sort of the New England area. California, I think I've been to Colorado. It was a while ago. Don't quiz me about things that I remember. I mean, there was there was an interesting culture shocks, even small things, I would say, Okay, I'll give you a really silly story is that when I was young, sometimes we would get these fridge magnets and you get fridge magnets and all sorts of food. And to me, it was always really peculiar because the cheese magnet would always be very orange, and the egg magnet, the yolk would be very yellow. And as a kid, I was very confused. Because in Australia, it's the other way around. Our egg yolks are very orange. And our cheese is quite light in color. And my brain really what what, like, clearly they can do the colors. Why had they made this up? In the USA? I was like, Oh, your cheese is orange. And your eggs are a much lighter yellow color. And so it was little things like that that just a bit like oh, that's, that's different. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 12:16 Well, so you. You mentioned the supermarket was out on the Fourth of July.   Cassandra Mok ** 12:23 Around there, I think I've been to a few supermarkets because I've traveled with friends or hung out with friends in their supermarket. So yeah, different different foods, different products. I think, one, one of the times I went I think I went to one of the really big supermarkets and was just astounded by how many things that were. And specific things. I think I had never seen bread that hadn't been cut the crust cut off already, before I went to the US. And I was like this is the thing.   Michael Hingson ** 12:55 When we lived in when we lived in New Jersey, and we lived there for six years, one of the things that amazed us as opposed to California and was this in California, there's an aisle that has bread and other baked goods and so on. In the markets that we generally frequented in New Jersey, they had a whole aisle of nothing but different kinds of bread, different shapes, and just all sorts of different breads. It was amazing. We never experienced that kind of thing before. And then on top of everything else. When big holidays came like Thanksgiving, for example. It was amazing how many people waited to the last second to go and shop. We went down one day on the day before Thanksgiving. And the lines were incredible. We never saw lines like that out here. And we thought the same every year, people just waited till the last minute, or they decided they need more who knows. But it was incredible. But everyone got along, which was also the other part about it. Oh, planning?   Cassandra Mok ** 14:07 Do you think it was planning or panic buying? No. It's much smaller.   Michael Hingson ** 14:13 I don't know. I don't know that it was either of those. I think it's just the way they did it. And, and people maybe they waited at see who I was going to come for Thanksgiving or whatever. But they, it all worked out. And everyone got along, which was really great. There weren't a lot of the kinds of things that we we hear about where people don't always get along today in markets and so on. But back when we were there, which was 1996 to the beginning of 2002 people got along really well in the markets and everyone understood it. So it was okay. But we enjoyed   Cassandra Mok ** 14:52 it. I think that there's this concept of scarcity, right? That you know if If If markets or people were planned for it, there was enough things to go around, it normally isn't a bit of a problem. But I think that these days, there's also the perception of scarcity. Because we're so used to having everything whenever we want, especially in developed countries, that when we don't get something we want. And also, we have this added factor where instant gratification is so quickly resolve you, you order it online, and it shows up in half an hour, that people don't tolerate unpleasant emotions, or don't tolerate the immediacy of getting what they want, as well. Whereas before, especially before globalization became very strong. You only got certain foods and certain times and once it was done, it was done. And you didn't always get it. And so that ability to kind of be like, Oh, we didn't get it. So okay. You know, we just didn't get it, I think is much different from now. This expectation, or, yeah, this, I guess it's an expectation really, that, you know, when I want it, I can get it. And I can get it now. And we marketed that way too. Right? Yeah. Constantly to control.   Michael Hingson ** 16:13 And if something happens, so you can't get it right now, then people get very testy nowadays.   Cassandra Mok ** 16:20 Yeah, yeah, we somehow might not be so good at managing feelings anymore. Especially negative feelings, right? Being able to sit with discomfort being able to sit with, again, a lot of times, it might not necessarily be pain, it might not be, but it's just not pleasant. And we want to get rid of that unpleasant feeling as quickly as possible. And how will we do it, we will lash out, we will buy something we will, you know, who knows? Do all sorts of things.   Michael Hingson ** 16:56 Do you find that that kind of behavior exists all over or just in some places?   Cassandra Mok ** 17:03 I think I think it's becoming more common across the globe, where there is shorter attention spans on media and the ability to get what we want when we want it. I think that there are still a lot of places in the world. That that is not necessarily true. I before. A few years ago, I was living in Cambodia. And there was the expectation that if you saw something in the supermarket that you liked, you should buy it. Because there was no guarantee that in two weeks, it would be there again, and they don't have it so much. You know, I think there was a lot more when you go to market seasonal fruit, a lot less importation from different ends of the planet. So you knew what was in season, because all of a sudden there would be a whole lot of sellers selling that one product. So I think that people who are living closer to the land, I guess, is one way of putting it as some people would put on the table that they're buying things and then we'll look from that and a source from them or more local area are probably a bit more accustomed to not having certain things and they're aware of not having certain things in it. That's just the way it is. Whereas a little bit more patience. Yeah, right, or it's just not that time of the year. Whereas I think that for people who are ordering from very large supermarkets who constantly have a supply of everything, you can get strawberries in the dead of winter, you know, and so it's like, well, why can't I have my store because I really want my strawberries, something like that,   Michael Hingson ** 18:50 even though the quality might not be nearly as good, which is, you know, the other issue. So yeah, you can get your strawberries anytime of the year, but gee, getting them in the summer and the when the harvest actually occurs, they also tend to be generally a lot better. And I think that's another thing that people don't notice that as much because they're just used to getting it any anytime they want.   Cassandra Mok ** 19:10 Exactly our attention spans I think are a lot shorter because of media as well. We have seen over the last few decades that advertising even on television, let's not get into social media and things like that. But even television ads are getting shorter and shorter and shorter, you know, you have 10s that come blocks, one second blocks, things like that was before as used to be a minute. I think even the shortest ones were 30 seconds. So people's attention spans. And you know, immediacy is very different. And I think that as as a species, we want to solve those itches. And we have started a system that that kind of scratches that itch to the point where we don't have to sit with   Michael Hingson ** 19:56 it. So what kind of experiences have you had in your life that have sort of It affected or changed some of your limiting beliefs, your self limiting beliefs. Ah,   Cassandra Mok ** 20:06 it's interesting way you get self limiting beliefs from right. So I've got a story I can share with you. When I was a kid, my parents went through a phase of trying to make their own bread. I remember as a child, sampling things, and I don't know if their bread was that bad. Or when you're a kid, you just like the soft, soft stuff. I just remember being this terrible. bread making must be so difficult. I don't think I will ever be able to make bread. And that was probably a kid. And I didn't really think about it, because I think my parents gave up on that habit and whatever. And then I had this job working in Vanuatu. So for people who don't know, Vanuatu is an island in the Pacific. And I was working on community development programs. So we were living in a community that had no electric, electricity, no running water. And we had been provided some foodstuffs, and we had to provide, we had to bring with us all the food we were going to take for the whole project, which was about three months. And because of some shipping problem, we got some of the food early, and some of the food came much later. And we didn't realize that we'd gone through 50% of our breakfast foods in about a week. And so we were in this position where we didn't have enough food. And I remember calling the office and being like, we're gonna have breakfast. And the office was really nice. And they expect these sorts of things to happen. And the two breakfast foods that we had been given. One was WeetBix, which is a kind of cereal, and the other one, which was a very, very Vanuatu product was breast breakfast crickets, but they are imported goods that are quite expensive. They're processed foods. And I was looking at the budget, and it was so expensive. Now in this community, they have what's called the NACA miles. So I guess the way you could think of it as like a community hall, when I say community hall, it's a very large area with palm leafs and totally open air and a pit by. And their practice was that every month, a different woman from the village could use that make bread and sell bread to the rest of the community so they can get some cash. And then the next month, it would be somebody else's turn. So they were making bread. With no, let's say, higher technology, it was the purest, simplest forms of bread you could get is basically flour, water, salt, yeast that was in and they were doing on our buyer. And it was much cheaper to buy a 50 kilogram bag of flour than it was to buy one box of cereal. So we decided that we were going to learn to make bread. And every day, somebody's responsibility was to make bread for the next day so that people would have enough to eat. So yeah, so then it became this thing, it's a whole, we just have to learn how to make bread and the way we did it, and we would make it and then take it down to the ladies and they would bake it for us, I never thought that that would become something that I would become so keen on. So even later on in life after I left Vanuatu, I really got into sourdough or a big salad and person for a while then I would experiment or make all these different things put seeds in a different kinds of flowers and stuff like that. But again, it was one of those things that I never really thought I would do. If you told me as a kid, you would bake and I would make bread that people would want to eat. I think I would have been confused. But sometimes being put in those positions where you kind of have your back up against the wall makes you realize how much possibility and and ability you have. So yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 24:14 you strike me as a person who likes to explore likes to always learn. And, and if I'm assessing, right and what what makes you a lifetime. I'm a lifelong learner, who are what influenced you to really adopt that kind of a mindset.   Cassandra Mok ** 24:30 It's one of those things that you don't necessarily think of yourself with that label. I think that's a label that people have given me throughout time and I've learned Oh, that's interesting. I had people around me, particularly my parents, and I think parents are so influential in this thing, that they were always learning something whether that was formally or informally. My dad is such a dabbler he used to have books seem to go through phases. He like test things out. And he was always very into new hobbies and trying something in learning something. My mother reads a lot. She's a systematic learner. So she's a different kind of learner. But again, she has never, ever had a point like I never ever saw a point where they weren't looking at new information, trying new things experimenting. I think one time someone had said to me, you know, of course, it was for women's leadership. And the is the facilitator and said, Oh, you know, when you're over the age of 30, you still can go to university if you want. And my brain was like, do you mean you can't go to university, my father did his masters when he was 50. So I think that that you know, who you're around, definitely influences you a lot on kind of the things that you just do. I think I spend a lot of time with people who like ideas and like talking about ideas and like researching ideas, and they're full of random facts. So that always keeps you engaged. And they're like, Oh, I didn't know that. And I don't think it was something I was like, Oh, I'm gonna be a lifelong learner. I think I just really enjoyed it. I just really enjoyed it. I get the right endorphins when I learned something new. So that helps. Yeah, just I think I just poke around stuff you're   Michael Hingson ** 26:22 brought up to explore. And that's great that your parents did that. Um, I wish there were more people who had that opportunity, or who chose to or choose to take that opportunity. I think life is an adventure all the time. And we we do best when we're constantly learning something new, sometimes reassessing, but when we're learning and growing, and we need to do that.   Cassandra Mok ** 26:49 Absolutely. And I think that that's a big thing of I mean, you know, if you didn't have the most adventurous parents fine, but it is who you are around. And I think you talk about this as well, your parents been quite open with you, and being quite encouraging of you to go and do things that maybe other people would have said, Oh, you know, you shouldn't do that. So yeah, I know that my parents definitely then being adventurous themselves, the fact that they moved to a different country, and were migrants. That is a big undertaking, especially before, you know, all of the stuff we have now, I don't think people realize that, you know, well, younger people, I think, cool reflects that young people don't necessarily realize that you didn't hear from people for months. You know, you didn't you got one Christmas card a year, that type of thing. And you were very much on your own country.   Michael Hingson ** 27:45 Well, you've done a lot in a variety of cultures. How does all of that intercultural exposure and innovation, if you will, or effectiveness, address the issue of innovation that makes you a more innovative person? It sounds like, tell me more about that.   Cassandra Mok ** 28:04 Yeah. So the first thing I'd probably say is that innovation is often mistaken for high tech stuff. Yeah. And it's not necessarily you know, your phone, why innovation is it's really about doing something new, or improving something that exists, right. And it's not products necessarily. It could be how you do something, the way something's done, could be a service, it could be an idea.   Michael Hingson ** 28:33 It's also thinking, it's also thinking innovation, is also something that really begins with thinking.   Cassandra Mok ** 28:39 Absolutely, absolutely. It's thinking but it's also perspective taking. So it's another layer on just thinking because if you think that your your bubble is only so big, your thoughts can only go so far, your exposure to different ideas can only go so far. Whereas when you look at how different groups and when I say different groups, I don't always mean that intercultural. intercultural relations aren't always somebody with a different ethnicity who speaks a different language who lives across the border, you can have subcultures, you can have cultures within a nation state. But different people or groups of people have different values, they have different norms. And when you are exposed to that you understand how that works, why they do the things they do, which are going to be different from what you do or what you were brought up with or what you're used to in your environment. You say, Oh, there's a different way of doing that. And when there's a different way of doing that, you can either adopt a new way of doing it, introduce it in or you can combine them together with something that you're already doing. So, from business perspective, they talk about this a lot. They talk about biomimicry, right they borrow from somewhere else. So biomimicry is for example, thinking about the movement in robots instead of thinking that They should move like humans and they could move like octopus. So it's the change of how you structure the base information and how how the world works. So for an octopus, the way they work is very different from how humans work. But let's not get too far into it, because we'll end up talking about a subject that I'm not up that much about marine   Michael Hingson ** 30:21 biology. Well, that's okay. But, you know, let's, let's look at it another way. You, you have a lot of perspective, perspectives, and you have experienced in a number of cultures, and it helps you put behavior and ideas more in perspective, having a whole multicultural, kind of attitude. So clearly, you have ideas of the way things ought to be. And you know, we talked earlier about how, today in our world, we have people who want instant gratification, and there are challenges to that, and so on, how do we shift effectively and appropriately? people's behavior sort of in an in mass sort of way?   Cassandra Mok ** 31:08 Hmm, that's a really interesting question. Because underlying lean groups, societies, organizations, they are made up of individuals, but the dynamics and the interactions change how that happens. So when you have individuals who are looking to change, so for example, people who are looking to get fit or to get a degree, or to exercise more, or whatever it is, you know, they they very much only have to worry about themselves and their own their own reasons for doing it that they're willing to do it. And then you know, when you add in pathways and support, so while there's some of those similar things, when you're doing an on mass, it stops being the individual's personal choice, and it becomes having a common vision. And we see this in the concept of politics. And I say politics with a small p is about getting enough people to have the same type of vision that they're willing to commit and believe in, that they are a part of whether or not they contributed to it, or, you know, somebody came up with something that they they're happy with. And then even once you've had that idea about what are we working on, or what are we trying to change, then the interactions and talking with each other, have a significant impact on how it's taken up. So somebody who was with you, or with a particular kind of change, two weeks ago, you know, they're now gone and spoken to somebody else and met a new group of people. And they've retracted that commitment or that interest. Whereas normally in individuals, that's only their own motivations. So then you also have to look into things like social proof reciprocity hierarchy. So how do all of those interactions go together? It's kind of one way to say it is, if somebody who is popular, starts saying something is important. And this is what they think about the people will tend to pit people, people who like them will tend to, to be like, Oh, this is what they said, and they have said it, so I'm safe under that. And so being able to both find the drivers, and, and the benefits, which might not be for an individual directly, you know, in a mass change, somebody might be losing something. And this is where it gets a bit challenging. So for example, if we said something like, we want to provide better educational opportunities, for at risk youth, I'm just making something that's generally coming out of taxpayers money, therefore, somebody has to be paying that tax, which means they may see that as a loss, to say, well, now I have to give up more money, I can't buy whatever it is that I wanted to buy, that I was going to do. So often, when you're talking about individuals making change, they tend to be doing things that they're trying to get something to improve their life, or they're trying to avoid something that's bad in their life. Whereas sometimes when you're looking at organizational societal change, you are talking about also trying to have to convince and get on board people who have to have less, and that's can be quite challenging. There's also you know, people often think, Oh, why can't Why can't someone so just do this? Or why can't my team just do this? Or why can't society just do this? And I think that there is often an overlooking of the environmental factors, the physical environmental factors, like how is as is your physical space created for you to do something or not do something? So I used to work from road safety. If you don't want people to cross a road in a particular place, you have to put a physical barrier there. But there's also the social, social environment. So what are the policies? What are the signs systems, what are the procedures? What's the support in place to encourage people or discourage people from certain behaviors?   Michael Hingson ** 35:06 Right? Well, you know, the, the other aspect of all of this is that if you are dealing with all this, it really makes it tough to plan or do anything, because there's so many different agendas, there's so much uncertainty, how do we get beyond that, and find ways to have enough commonality to make plans and to accomplish any kind of task?   Cassandra Mok ** 35:31 That's, I think, is, you know, very much linked with the title of your podcast, right? How do you be unstoppable. And a lot of historically, how we planned as individuals or societies as organizations, has been very much a fixed, sort of, we're going to do this, then we're going to do this, and we're going to do this, and we're going to do this, right, we can have a three year plan, and or, you know, this is the task list. And I think now we have to encourage teams, groups, whatever you want to call them, to, to look more at the vision and the impact that they want to have, and tell them less about how to do it. Right. So spending more time on the purpose of why we were doing what we're doing, rather than, you know, micromanaging or being very task based. And when people know, as a collective, what they're trying to achieve together and the dependencies between them, then they're able to sense within their roles within their communities within stakeholders, and make adjustments and make suggestions and say, Hey, actually, we're trying to do a than we really need to think about this other thing that's going on, and are always this constant reflection of learning and checking in and sort of being like, Hmm, how can we do this better? Does this still work? Is this right? For this context, this group this, whatever it is that I'm functioning in? So really, there's a quite a lot of decentralization of where innovation or change or decision making comes from. And we have to do it in much shorter cycles. We can't wait a whole year and say, did this, you know, was that was that okay? Did we do the right things all? You know, you did a whole year plan, because if something changed, now they're saying the speed of disruption, could be a few weeks, I think now with AI. So if you wait that long, you may have really, really miss the turning point of what was going on in the world. So yeah, I think that that's an important thing that we have to encourage people to do is to be okay, I think there's an emotional component with also being okay with the thing, the fact that things aren't going to plan, I think people sometimes get really stuck and fixated on this is how it should be. Or this is how it should work. And and that ability to sort of recognize and say, Oh, well, this is how it actually is. And how can we adapt to that? How can we leverage and springboard off that? Yeah, we spend?   Michael Hingson ** 38:21 Yeah, we spend way too much time on Well, it's got to be done this way, rather than looking at what is the this we really want? And how do we get there and getting people to to do more visioning. And really analyze that. And work as a team is such a challenge. There's there's so much mistrust or distrust in the world that it makes it all that much harder to do, it seems.   Cassandra Mok ** 38:52 Yeah, I think that it's there in order to take risks, I guess, and a lot of changes about what is your risk or mistake tolerance, because when you're changing, you might not get it right the first time, you might not get a right a lot of times. And so you have to have enough buffer, right. And part of that buffer might be very practical things like financial buffers, physical buffers, things like that. But there's also psychological safety and the different people have different levels of, of how much risk they can take. But yeah, you know, people are very apprehensive about things that they're not sure about, because sometimes it's what is it the Better the devil you know, like even if I'm not happy with this, or I don't like it, it's not functioning for me at least there's a familiarity and being familiar with something not having that is a loss and as humans we have a tendency to be more motivated by loss than we are gaining. So yeah, sorry, gone. Well   Michael Hingson ** 39:59 in our, in our world as things progressed and so on, are we relying too much on technology to solve problems rather than being innovative rather than being more creative rather than encouraging? More visioning and thinking?   Cassandra Mok ** 40:15 Okay, I think that sometimes there is this idea that technology is going to save us from all sorts of things. Technology is a tool. And it depends on how you're using it. But it also tech, what we develop as tools reflects who we are, as humans and society. So if we are focusing on tools that and technology that helps us collaborate, that helps us be more diverse in our opinions include the perspectives of more people, then technology can be an aid to that. But I think that sometimes when people think that technology is going to help us, they're sometimes not people who work in anything to do with technology. So basically, they're saying, Well, I'm just waiting for somebody else to solve the problem. Right. And I think that's a dangerous part. It's that absorption of accountability or absorption of power or influence and saying, Well, I can do my bit, you know, what is my ability to move this along? You know, and not everyone is a coder, or, you know, building, you know, what I like to call high tech stuff. But even the way of doing something that is different, isn't innovation, right? Some of the stuff I really love is what's low tech innovation, right? Putting a planter over the part of your garden, that people keep walking on, and ruining the glass is an innovation for you, right? Like it's it creates a different way of solving that problem that you weren't doing before. So I think that there's very much there's very much one the perception of what technology is and what innovation is, but also the fact that by including more ideas, being open to more ideas by listening more to people, some people listen, just to prove themselves, right, as opposed to deeply understanding Mmm hmm. Because there's also a false assumption that all logic and all rational is objective. It's not it comes very much based in how you grew up the values you have, you know, the way the world works for you. Right. And people often like to hide behind science and, and rationality when it's somewhat of a non common platform that, if I can say it like that,   Michael Hingson ** 42:56 well, you talk about people and being innovative, and so on. And clearly you, I think, support the concept of team efforts on things. So you mentioned, you mentioned things like decentralized leadership, what is that? And how does that encourage innovation? I think I know the answer, but I'd love to hear you describe it.   Cassandra Mok ** 43:21 Yeah. Okay, so so we have some really interesting models of leadership. And, you know, let's not turn this into an academic class. But the concept of leadership has changed over time where, you know, leadership was originally thought of management, we still see traces of this, that people say, their senior leadership team, and those people aren't exhibiting any leadership skills as a senior management team, right. Leadership is not a designation you can give someone. It's not about authority within a structure. Right? We'd hope that those people that at the senior levels are showing leadership, but it's not a given thing.   Michael Hingson ** 43:58 Right? Well, it's a delegation you can give someone but it doesn't make them a leader. Exactly,   Cassandra Mok ** 44:02 exactly. And then we went, what we often see in the media now is this, what's called like heroic leaders, you know, this person did this. And you know, they're, like, the most amazing person. And I that's not discrediting their vision, how hard they worked, the fact that they could put together a good team. But none of those people that we venerate in the media as these amazing leaders did it on their own. But it makes for a nice story, this person who their magical abilities made them, you know, the head of whatever. And I think so when we talk about decentralized, leading, it's a very different model of leadership that sometimes people take some time to get their head around where it's not about a person anymore. charismatic leadership is actually quite toxic. People say well, if you have leadership skills, but then you know you can use it to start a cult, like ABS salutely, right? The ability to be persuasive and charismatic, and all of that sort of stuff doesn't say whether that's good or bad, all it says is that you can get people on board, right. And whether you use that, for something that is healthy for those other people is not necessarily a given, right. So contemporary leadership is very much looking away from a person and looking more at collective actions towards something. So we all do it together. It's like, if you are planning a picnic, with your friends, there isn't somebody who's in charge of the picnic. Officially, no one gives them a title and says you're a picnic leader, people tend to say, well, we want to have a nice time together, I will do this, and somebody else will volunteer to do that. Why? Because we all want to get together and have a nice time. And so decentralized leadership is really about not putting things that there has to be authorities always, you know, giving permission or dictating. And it's more around everybody participating, sensing, communicating, they interact with each other, and they are sharing information, so that people can say, Oh, we can work towards this. And we can walk work towards that, oh, we've seen this thing that we need to Oh, like someone messaging and being like, it's going to rain. So that somebody else can say, Ah, I have a space that we can use, that's undercover, right. So it's everybody kind of pulling together in order to get the collective got. So if you lose somebody, so if someone says, oh, you know, my car broke down, or whatever, the picnic is not going to suddenly stop. Right? There will be an ability for everyone else to sort of go, Okay, we we can we can figure around that we can work that out, we can do whatever it is that needs to be done. Because together, we want to achieve something.   Michael Hingson ** 46:54 Again, it gets back to the fact that what we're really talking about is teamwork. And people working together. And they're, there's so much more of that that would really benefit us all. It is, again, something that we have to deal with. And clearly you're talking about a lot of very innovative kinds of things. People always are a lot of times think about innovation, relating to business. Lots of really innovative company. Crypto was very innovative. And just recently, we've seen some real major problems with that. So one wonders about the innovation. But why is it that innovation culture be about more than business?   Cassandra Mok ** 47:43 Well, I think that I think once you start looking at it, there are social needs and human needs that we have. And the things that are easy to solve are easy to solve, we are now getting to a point where our human needs are getting more complex and interactive. It's no longer about teaching somebody how to fish. Because, you know, the water is polluted, and there's no fish living there, you know, you it stops being a linear solution. So having an in, you brought this up earlier, you know, innovation, culture and mindset is really around thinking and playing around and trying new things and testing things and then seeing what works and then adjusting until it really works. And so I think that we need what much more creative. And as you said teamwork and like collaborative views on how do we solve these problems, especially the really big global problems, because it's not going to be one person, one person's not going to go out there and solve climate change. One person out there isn't going to solve often nuclear sites and one person isn't going to go and solve child trafficking, it doesn't work like that there are so many things going on, that people need to be able to work across different areas, across different cultures across different ideas and value systems in order to come up with doing the section towards that collective goal. Right? Yeah, rather than it just being like, Oh, we're going to Band Aid solution is and only treat the symptoms as really looking at root causes, and which part of that root cause and you don't have to be doing all of it, but how you connected how we connected to other people to solve some of these social, social and human needs.   Michael Hingson ** 49:41 Yeah, I appreciate exactly what you're saying. And again, it is all about exploration and wanting to learn all the time. So what do you do when you're not? Well, let me let me ask a different question. First, you graduate from college, and what do you do now?   Cassandra Mok ** 50:03 So these days, I work with people in organizations as a consultant. So it's this, it's, I like to call it a company meant, but other people would call it executive coaching or mentoring, or some sort of consultancy. And so basically, I work with people and organizations that want to create some kind of change now that some, some of those changes are internal. So around their teamwork, their alignment, the systems and processes, because you can have people in a in a group or an organization who wants to do something, but the policies and the frameworks of what they're given to work in are counterintuitive to how they want to work, or what would even be an effective way of working. So there's internal change, but there's also external change. So when people are trying to do some sort of social change program or behavioral change program, we're also doing a lot of strategy around that, I like to call myself the intelligent idiot. So I ask stupid questions, to make sure that a lot of the assumptions are being checked. Because often, we, especially when people tend to come from one, academic, all one sort of background, they tend to see things in one way, because that's just the way it's been. Everybody has sort of agreed and knows that that's what it is. Whereas sometimes, it's just about being like, well, is that actually true? Is that explain this to me. And as soon as sometimes people start explaining these things, they realize, oh, it's, it's Wait, when I have to explain it to somebody else who hasn't grown up with this or hasn't been taught in this line of thinking, it actually suddenly doesn't quite make sense.   Michael Hingson ** 51:52 Which, which mainly also means that you have to take a step back and maybe started a little bit different level to explain it and teach it.   Cassandra Mok ** 52:04 Yeah, absolutely. Absolutely. I mean, I think it's called Socratic learning is that the one that the you ask a lot of questions, and people have to think things through and explain how they came up with things, rather than just kind of doing it just because it's been done like that before. And don't get me wrong. There's a reason why we have habits. There's a reason why we have stereotypes, right? All of these things take cognitive effort, they take energy, and it's an it's a shortcut, and that's shortcuts are helpful. As long as you know, people aren't just always relying on them. And assuming that they are 100%. Correct all the time. I think that those that kind of we need to challenge, what beliefs that we hold and where did they come from? And what does that say about us? And I think it's also, sometimes people think that empathy is just, you know, like, what is it putting yourself in somebody else's shoes, which isn't quite the same thing? It's there is this understanding of understanding why somebody shoes feel the way they feel, because of how they grew up, what's around them, what resources they have, you know, their experience of life is very different. And I think that when we talk about diversity, this is this is a key thing. You know, we often like to poke at diversity by these things that are very measurable, you know, they're they're, they're kind of visible labeled differences, as opposed to even understanding that people come from all these different combinations of things, and some of them might be more similar. And some of them might be very different. But how do we get that to come out? How do we focus more on the empathy and less on dog or knowledge collection? From from having diversity? Right? Right, not everybody is going to be the same. So you know, how, how can we learn from people's experiences? And I think that, and you talk about this a lot, you know, it's attitude, if you believe that everybody has had experiences that may inform the same thing in a different way, regardless of what that experience is, you know, you're gonna have different combinations, different solutions, different ways of thinking about it, different perspectives on it. Right, right. And that's where you get opportunities for innovation, but you also get opportunities for inclusion. How long have you been a coach? Oh, I think I did my coach training in 2018. I think this was after. So just a little bit of background about me. I my first degree was actually in something called Social Inquiry. Don't worry if you don't know what that is. Nobody knows what that is, including my parents. But basically really looking at how societies work, how to groups work, how do you get social and behavioral change? What is social identity, things like that. So that's how I ended up with all this sort of cultural stuff, but also changed stuff. And then I happened to. And also I was working in the nonprofit international development sector for a long time and happened to be in a few organizations that had problems, and ended up being good at organizational change. And so that the organization's mission was still to do so for behavioral projects, and poverty alleviation, all that sort of stuff. But there was massive changes in terms of structure, policy, introductions, business models, all of that sort of stuff had to happen within the organization. And I was surprisingly good at it. I didn't ever think and didn't ever know. So that's what I encourage people to remember as well, when we talk about Don't be so fixated on how you think should things should be, because you never know what comes up. And you never know what you turn out to be good at, or interested in, or, you know, the opportunities are there. So I was doing organizational change for a few organizations. And then I was looking at saying, well, if I'm done social and behavioral, I've done organization, then I should be looking at individuals, because organizations and societies are made up of individuals. So how does that How did those things connect? Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 56:10 Which is an adventure in of itself, which is really pretty cool. So what do you do when you're not? What do you do when you're not working?   Cassandra Mok ** 56:19 Ah, I'm a big traveler, funnily enough. Yeah, I like to go to other places and experience different, like, how things work. So going back to supermarkets, for example, I like walking around supermarkets, where different places put things and how they group them together, it's sometimes not what you expected. It's like, where do I find this? And they're like, we put this in these sections like, Hmm, fascinating. Yeah, I think travel is very much an easy, or a good step for people who are trying to think about diversity and innovation, and all of these sorts of things. Because when you are in a another country, now, the longer you go, and the more embedded you are, the deeper your experience will be. But you know, not everyone has that privilege to be able to do that. But when you're in a different environment, you are the odd one out, which is much clearer to accept, when then when you are in your hometown, where you've lived for I don't know how many decades, right. So when you're in a different place, there's distinct boundaries, and you are technically an outsider. So you have that ability to sort of observe and experience now some people go traveling, and they're just a tourist, they just take pictures of stuff. And whatever they they're the same regardless, as opposed to having that opportunity to observe and experience a different environment, how things work, the structures, you know, somebody was commenting, somewhere about cook turns, I don't know if you know what that turns out. It's like where you go, Okay, well see, I'm Australian. So I'm like, which way are we turning. But basically, you want to cross across the traffic, instead of so let's say if you're crossing to the left hand side, you know, like you don't hook chain, you just stay in the left lane and hang out in the middle of the road. And then when there's a gap, you go across, the hook turns as you go to the very far side of the road, and then you wait on the side of the road, and then you almost pitch yourself in front of the cross directional traffic, right? So even things like that simple stuff like that. It's like, Huh, interesting. That's how people think that's where they do that, why might they do it that way? How does that work? What are the benefits and nothing is ever perfect? Right? So it's like, well, what are the advantages of doing it this way? What are the disadvantages of doing it in a different way? And I think that helps reflect on yourself in a different place, right and challenge what you think is normal.   Michael Hingson ** 58:54 In this in this country, I think they call those jug handles, at least in New Jersey, they have those kinds of things where you literally, the way you turn is like the handle of a jug, you go out and come back.   59:09 They go, why is   Michael Hingson ** 59:11 it why they're not elsewhere? Or what's the value of it? Good question. But everyone, everyone has their different places. Yeah. Well, we've been doing this a while, but I have to ask you one question that came up in your bio, you said that when you were studying in Mexico, you found that a lot of young people didn't deal with contraception. Why? Okay, so this was a   Cassandra Mok ** 59:34 long time ago. So I just want to caveat that for anyone who's listening, it's not like I've done this piece of research. This was a long time ago. Yeah, this is a long time ago. And I was in a situation where because I was living living in Mexico, I had Mexican housemates. And almost every single one of my Mexican friends had somebody in their life who had gotten pregnant unintentionally. And we're not talking about People who, you know, they kind of finish school when they're 13. And there's nothing else for them to do. And the virtually they become an adult by the time they're 14 because they're working in the field or something we're not talking about. We're talking about people who finish high school when this sort of thing. And I was, I was particularly interested in sex health education back then. And so I was like, oh, okay, so how you having all these people who technically have learned to at school, still getting pregnant? And so that, for me was a curiosity. So I went and talked to some doctors, I talked to some psychologists, I talked to social social scientists around what was going on. And so there are there are certain things that came up. One was machismo, so if you if you don't know what that is, that's basically it's a very male dominated decision making a thing and so, particularly at that time, you know, if you're a woman, and you wanted to have sex, you couldn't say that you wanted to have sex, you had to pretend you didn't want to have sex. And then, you know, asserting yourself so even the example that was given to me was, even if you know, a woman and a man, they want to go on a date, the woman would basically sit by the phone and wait for the guy to call, you don't call the guy. And so you're very much looking at a disparity and being able to negotiate. So if the guy says, I don't want to use a condom, then, you know, it's quite hard to sort of say, well, I think you should get one. Got it. But then you've also got, you know, like, a Catholic country that doesn't believe in contraception. So it's very difficult to get contraceptives, so some places they could get contraceptives, but some times it was very embarrassing, and especially as a woman, you know, to go and say, oh, I need to get a contraceptive. It's there's a social pressure and an embarrassment. And you don't know if somebody's going to tell your parents and then you're not supposed to be doing this. So it was almost like not not planning Britain not getting the pill not getting your own condoms, because you didn't want people to know that you were having sex because you were supposed to not want it. Right, especially as a woman.   Michael Hingson ** 1:02:09 Of course, we're dealing with a situation that was a long time ago. And I don't know how it's changed. But nevertheless, it is what you saw. And it's fascinating that you studied it a lot. Hmm.   Cassandra Mok ** 1:02:21 Yeah, I think the the third component was around the political situation. So very much, you know, the political rhetoric. So it is interesting, when you look at certain countries around the world, the concepts of rights and birth control, and family planning is very interesting. Around the world, I know that this is a bit of a hot debate in the US at the moment. And a lot of it stems from, you know, certain values, I think, predominantly in Christianity, which, for example, in certain parts of Asia, that is not a major factor. Right. So, you know, and I mean, like, China had the one China one child brycie For so right. So clearly, their, their attitudes to are vastly different. Because of their, you know, kind of political stance and beliefs about things. Well, so yeah, it's there's a lot of things that that affect things that are not necessarily people's individual, but they sort of culminate together to give you a social trend   Michael Hingson ** 1:03:23 in a culture. Well, if people want to reach out to you and explore, working with you, and using your consulting services, and so on, how do they do that?   Cassandra Mok ** 1:03:33 Oh, yeah, the easiest way is on LinkedIn. I'm not really on other social media. But if you Google Cassandra Mok, that's the Double S and the Cassandra and   Michael Hingson ** 1:03:43 C a s s a n d r a. And then Mok is M o k . M o k. Yeah. So besides LinkedIn, okay,   Cassandra Mok ** 1:03:53 do you have a website? I don't, people can email me, or collaborate with Cas, that's with one. So collaborate with cas@gmail.com. You can also email me, I'm always happy to have a chat with people. Sometimes I'm just keen to hear what people are doing. So if people want to reach out and just being like, Oh, I'm working on this. I want to get your perspective on something I'm always happy to, to have a call. So yeah, great.   Michael Hingson ** 1:04:20 Well, I want to thank you for being with us. And spending a lot of time talking about a lot of these different kinds of ideas, and clearly a lot of innovation, a lot of teamwork. And it helps build trust, which is always a good thing. So I really appreciate you spending so much time with us today. And you being in Singapore, it's getting late in the evening for you or actually early in the morning for you. So very much that's late in the well not late in the evening, but it's in the evening here. So I am going to let you go but I really appreciate you being here and I want to thank you for listening to us. Hope that you enjoy this and If you can reach out to Cassandra, she would love to chat with you. As she said, I'd love to hear from you want to hear your thoughts, you can always reach out to me Michael hingson. At Michaelhi at accessibe.com. That's Michael m i c h a e l h i  at accessibe A C C E S S I B E.com. You can also go to our podcast page www dot Michael hingson.com/podcast. Michael Hingson is m i c h a e l h i n g s o n.com/podcast. Always we really appreciate it if you would give us a five star rating. And we value your input. And I'd love to get your thoughts on this and all the things that we're doing with unstoppable mindset. And Cassandra for you and for everyone out there. If you have any suggestions for guests that we ought to have on unstoppable mindset, love to hear from you. So please reach out. We value your ideas, and we will work to b

Today on The Penis Project Project podcast I speak with Louise Hug. I work closely with Louise as she sees many of the men that I see pre-prostatectomy and she does women's pelvic health too, so we cross paths quite a bit. Sometimes men tell me snippets of their consultations with Louise, and she has some great tips to share and ways of explaining pelvic floor training. So, for today's episode I have asked her to share them with you.  About Louise:   Pelvic Health Physiotherapist  MClin (Pelvic Health and Continence)  BSc (Physiotherapy), APAM, MACP  She completed her Undergraduate Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of Notre Dame, then commenced work at a private practice shortly after graduating. In 2021 she completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Continence and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, followed by completion of Clinical Masters, majoring in Pelvic Health and Continence Physiotherapy. Following Graduation, she worked with Dr Judith Thompson (Physiotherapist PhD) who I have interviewed previously the podcast.    She worked musculoskeletal physiotherapy for eight years treating neck, back and pelvic girdle pain with both hands-on and gym-based treatment. In 2015 she developed an interest in core activation, breath work and muscle balance for rehabilitation, subsequently completing a Cert IV in Pilates.   In her early sporting life, she was a full-time gymnast until the age of 13 and enjoyed tennis, pilates, swimming and barre. These experiences gave her an understanding of injury management and prevention. This is what motivates her to assist others with their return to daily life and sport, not only post-injury but also after life events such as vaginal delivery and caesarean section, as well as gynaecological, breast cancer and prostate surgery.    She has completed several courses upskilling in Women's and Men's Urinary Continence and Ano-Rectal Dysfunction expanding her knowledge, leading to a passion in the field of Pelvic Health. She provides treatment that has evidence-based support.   She is passionate about assisting both male and female patients with their bladder, bowel, and sexual function.   Check out her spoken bio on you tube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JDYEiF7z88  Also I videoed this interview so if you would like to see us in person check out my You tube channel: Melissa Hadley Barrett https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6SkzSkveDXzqUuA1ZONDEg    You tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6SkzSkveDXzqUuA1ZONDEg  Websites:  https://melissahadleybarrett.com   Men's health only  https://rshealth.com.au/  All genders  http://www.menshealthphysiotherapy.com.au/  http://prost.com.au/     Facebook:  https://m.facebook.com/p/Melissa-Hadley-Barrett-100085237672685/  https://www.facebook.com/Restorativeshealthclinic    Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/melissahadleybarrett/  https://www.instagram.com/rshealth_perth/     Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-hadley-barrett/ 

In a slightly different episode, Hunter Witcraft presents his findings and research regarding the history and development of Christian epistemology. In doing so, we learn of many pitfalls facing Christian thought.--Scriptures Explored: 2 Timothy 3:16-17--I am married to Willa; we have two boys: Graham (3) and Benjamin (1). I have a M.Div. from Corban University, a MA in Christian Ministry from GCU, and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Biblical Languages from GCU. The Bible is God's Word to us, and for that reason, it is important for us to understand it (yes, we even have to work on the hard parts and the tricky parts). The Bible itself is a gift of grace from God to us – He was under no obligation to give it to us, and yet in it He has given us everything needed for life and godliness (2 Pet. 1:3). The Holy Spirit is active when we preach the Scripture and when we hear the Scripture, glorifying God and drawing us to Him; for that reason, I do what I can to accurately deliver the Word of God.--Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParable MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

Colin is joined by special guest, Peter, who shares his unique background and career journey. Peter discusses his experiences in the army, police force, financial advising, and health and safety consultancy. The conversation delves into the importance of data in safety management, the challenges of risk assessment, and the potential of technology to enhance safety practices. Peter also talks about his passion for the safety tech industry and his newly launched podcast focused on safety technology and innovation KEY TAKEAWAYS The discussion emphasises the need for thorough and effective risk assessments, focusing on identifying key hazards and implementing appropriate control measures. The use of technology, such as AI and data analysis, is seen as a valuable tool in enhancing safety practices and identifying potential risks more effectively. It's vital to address health hazards in safety management, particularly in industries like construction where exposure to toxins and carcinogens can be significant. Creating engaging and informative content, such as short videos, can help raise awareness about critical safety issues like silica dust exposure and promote better safety practices in the workplace. BEST MOMENTS "I think one of the things that we're not great at or that we've got a lot of work to do on is data and safety." "I think a lot of our metrics, a lot of our KPIs need a little bit of work and how we measure data." "I think there's something quite moral about that. I guess to conclude, what I'm trying to say is that when I've spoken to them, a lot of them have said, if you can help us analyse the data, we'll give it to you." "But what we can do is really, I suppose, have an audience that we can engage with you know and that's that for me is the most uh the most important bit and you know and and and if you know it's a small number of people but if they engage it's it's got to be right." VALUABLE RESOURCES The Interesting Health & Safety Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/vn/podcast/the-interesting-health-safety-podcast/id1467771449         Project Mollitiam - https://www.projectmollitiam.com       ABOUT THE HOST Colin Nottage ‘Making health and safety as important as everything else we do.' This is the belief that Colin is passionate about and through his consultancy Influential Management Group (IMG) is able to spread into industry. Colin works at a strategic level with company owners and board members. He helps business leaders establish and achieve their health and safety ambitions. He has developed a number of leading competency improvement programmes that are delivered across industry and his strengths are his ability to take a practical approach to problem-solving and being able to liaise at all levels within an organisation. Colin also runs a company that vets contractors online and a network that develops and support H&S consultancies to become better businesses. Colin chairs the Construction Dust Partnership, an industry collaboration directly involving many organisations, including the Health and Safety Executive. He is a Post Graduate Tutor at Strathclyde University and a highly sought-after health and safety speaker and trainer. He has a Post Graduate Certificate in Safety and Risk management, an engineering degree and is a Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Melissa Ciummei is a financial investor who has decided to speak out against globalist/corporatist policies that aim to surveil and control every aspect of our lives. GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Sarah Plumley is a professional teacher of mathematics, a GCSE mathematics examiner (UK) and a passionate Home Education advocate. She invented Guerrilla Ed(ucation) - a Home Ed Training and Membership Site for busy parents looking to rescue their children from the beast system. Her mission is to train high-quality, hard-working parent-teachers. Sarah Plumley has a first-class honours degree from The University of Manchester (a Russell Group University), a Postgraduate Certificate of Secondary Education in Mathematics (PGCE) with Merit, and holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Our guest today is another Napoleonic-era scholar and also prolific podcaster Zack White. Zack is a Leverhulme Early Career Research Fellow at the Centre for Port Cities and Maritime Cultures at the University of Portsmouth. He earned a BA in History from the University of Southampton, a Postgraduate Certificate of Education in Secondary Education and Teaching from the Wessex Schools Training Partnership, and an MA and PhD in History from the University of Southampton. His thesis, “Pragmatism & Discretion: Discipline in the British Army, 1808-1818” was awarded the Wellington Prize in 2022. Zack has experience in the secondary school classroom as well. He taught History and Politics at St. Catherine's Catholic School in Dorset. Zack is the editor of the forthcoming An Unavoidable Evil: Siege Warfare in the Age of Napoleon (Helion) and is the editor and presenter of The Napoleonic Wars Podcast, which has over 2,000 weekly listeners in over 100 countries. Zack is the founder and the current Editor-in-Chief of the academic journal Romance, Revolution & Reform, serves as the Postgraduate Liaison and Social Media Officer for the British Commission for Military History, and is the creator and editor of the online hub The Napoleonic Wars. He is the founder and chair of the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity, a program dedicated to war graves restoration and burying Napoleonic-era veterans when bodies are disturbed. Zack is currently researching his next project, “Sepoys and Slave Seamen: Race, Empire and the Law in British India, 1795-1830.” Join us for a really interesting chat with one of the more busy new scholars in the military history community. We'll talk podcasting, air traffic control, Green Day, Wellington, British military justice, violins, and much more! Special Discount for our listeners from the University Press of Kansas - 30% off any book purchase! Use discount code 24MILPEOPLE at the UPK website! Rec.: 03/15/2024

Since June 2014, Dr. Michael J. McDonough has served as Raritan Valley Community College's (RVCC) eighth president. The College, with an enrollment of 6,600 students, serves the residents and businesses of Somerset and Hunterdon counties, offering more than 90 associate degree and certificate programs. In addition, the College offers a dynamic set of workforce programs, a full range of professional development opportunities, innovative and customized business training, and enrichment programs for the entire community. Prior to joining RVCC, McDonough served as provost and vice president of academic services at Monroe Community College in Rochester, NY (2011-2014); as dean of Liberal Arts at Monroe Community College (2007-2011); and as the Fred H. Gertz Professor of English at Alfred University in Alfred, NY (1987-2007). Currently, McDonough serves as the chair of the NJCC Consortium for Workforce and Economic Development; he is the chair of the Academic Issues Committee; and is a board member for Engage NJ. He is a past chair of the College Board's National Academic Council and a former College Board Trustee. McDonough received his B.A. (Hons) in Film and Drama and a Post Graduate Certificate of Education from Reading University in England; an M.A. in English from Oklahoma State University; a Ph.D. in English from Pennsylvania State University; and an I.E.M. from Harvard University's Graduate School of Education.   

Join us for a special Big Idea To Bestseller client launch  episode featuring bestselling author, Joanne Sutton, as she shares her inspiring journey of turning 20 years of Pilates teaching experience into a bestselling book.In this episode, Joanne reveals the motivations behind her decision to write a book, shedding light on how the process transformed her perception of herself and her expertise. Joanne shared a behind-the-scenes moment of when she achieved the status of a multiple-category bestseller, highlighting the culmination of years of dedication and hard work.Tune in for valuable insights into her approach to creating a hands-on reading experience for her audience and how she strategically incorporates lead magnets throughout the book, offering readers practical tools and exercises to enhance their understanding and engagement.What You'll LearnHow she turned 20 years of teaching pilates into a bestselling bookWhy Joanne decided to write a book How a book changed the way she views herselfThe feeling she had when she became a multiple category bestsellerHow Joanne uses lead magnets in the book to create a hands on reading experienceAbout JoanneMovement has been a huge part of Joanne's life since childhood when she became an avid athlete in gymnastics, tennis, ice skating, netball, swimming, trampolining, and eventually, dance.Joanne started her own highly successful dance school at age 23, teaching jazz, tap, ballet and drama to students aged 3-18—many of whom went on to pursue professional careers. But 5 years into her career, Joanne developed severe glandular fever (mononucleosis), leaving her bedridden for 6 weeks. After a friend insisted she try Pilates, Joanne not only regained her health and fitness, but felt stronger and fitter than she had ever been in her life. It became her mission to help others heal their pain and start living their lives to the fullest again.In 2003, Joanne studied anatomy and physiology, graduating after one year with High Distinction before earning her Post Graduate Certificate in the Pilates Method at the University of Technology, Sydney in 2004 with Distinction.Following graduation, Joanne became a member of the Pilates regulatory body the APMA (Australian Pilates Method Association) and most recently, the PAA (PIlates Association Australia) when the two bodies merged. Nearly 20 years later, Joanne has helped hundreds of people overcome chronic pain with Pilates and enjoy active, healthy lives through to retirement and beyond. Her online library of on-demand videos, available at JS Mind Body Pilates, helps clients get results from the comfort of their own homes wherever they are in their health and fitness journey.Connect with JoanneBuy Joanne's bestselling Book - Move Free From Pain - https://www.amazon.com/MOVE-FREE-PAIN-Overcome-Chronic-ebook/dp/B0CSV949XQFollow Joanne on IG - @jsmindbodypilatesCheck out Joanne's website: www.jsmindbodypilates.com.auConnect with JakeGet a FREE copy of Jake's bestselling book, Big Idea To Bestseller, when you cover shipping and handling - https://go.bigideatobestseller.com/free-bookFollow Jake: @jakekelferSubscribe to Jake's YouTube Channel - @jake_kelfer Get Instant Access To Jake's Free Training: How To Write And Launch A Bestselling Book In 1 Hour A Day

A conversation with Wolfgang, Brian, and Garland to gain deeper insights into their project, "Technology Readiness Council: Building". The TRC (https://technologyreadiness.org/) support schools with the  capacity for Educational Innovation through Technology. This discussion focuses on Professional Learning and School Improvement Planning. We explore the origins of their project and how they chose to collaborate on it. Additionally, each member shares their personal thoughts on the future of digital environments and ecosystems in schools, particularly looking ahead to the year 2024.    Guests: About Wolfgang Soeldner  ICT Campus Partner, International School of Geneva Wolfgang is an experienced educational technology professional with over 18 years of experience in managing, developing, and integrating technology systems in schools. He has served in various leadership roles in international schools, including Head of Global Education, Secondary Technology & Learning Coordinator, Head of Learning Resources & Technology Coach, and Whole Campus Technology Coordinator. Wolfgang has developed and executed distance learning programs, implemented one-to-one iPad programs, and led the integration of educational technology across various schools. He holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Education and is certified as an Apple Distinguished Educator, Microsoft Innovative Educator + Trainer, and Google Certified Educator Level 1 and 2. Wolfgang is proud to be serving as a Board Member of the Technology Readiness Council (TRC). LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wsoeldner/    About Brian Lockwood Director of Technology International School Manila With over two decades of experience in educational technology, Brian has contributed his expertise to private schools in the United States and international educational institutions across Asia, Europe, and North America. Renowned for his divergent thinking, Brian possesses an ability to discern patterns and devise solutions for intricate problems that have yet to surface. His analytical prowess extends to dissecting problems from both user and network perspectives, enabling him to articulate elegant solutions to multifaceted challenges. Drawing from his upbringing as a Third Culture Kid, he brings a profound understanding of the students' lives in international school settings. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/how2what4/    About Garland Green Director of Technology Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional School District Garland has over twenty years of experience in educational technology in his native United States and abroad, serving as an educational technologist, school administrator, network engineer, and Director of Information Technology. He is a fierce advocate of the digital privacy of children and a certified GDPR Data Protection Officer. Garland's area of concentration is on instructional leadership, educational technology, leaders' impact on student learning, and the role leaders play in ensuring the digital privacy of the individual. Garland is proud to serve as a founder, and the Chairman of the Board of the Technology Readiness Council (TRC). LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/garland-h-green-jr-1523ab2/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ggreenaz  Resources: https://technologyreadiness.org/  https://talk.techdirector.org/  Membership Info: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nVrFaTrwWVT-XjD3mPGMOg9mFXDNL8g2/view?usp=sharing John Mikton on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton Web: beyonddigital.org Dan Taylor on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents  Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt  Web: www.appsevents.com Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube Would you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? Just fill out this form and we'll get you set up bit.ly/GSEFE-Trial

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Sarah Plumley is a professional teacher of mathematics, a GCSE mathematics national examiner for the UK and a Home Education advocate. She invented Guerrilla Education) - a Home Ed Training and Membership Site for busy parents looking to rescue their children from the beast system. Her mission is to train high-quality, hard-working parent-teachers. She has a first-class honours degree from The University of Manchester (a Russell Group University), a Postgraduate Certificate of Secondary Education in Mathematics with Merit, and holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Her website is: http://www.sarahplumley.com/ GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Graham is a common law and English Constitution expert, and is founder of The English Constitution Party.

My Guest today is Safiyaa Akoojee, Founder and CEO of Fortunatus Advisory. Safiyya is a Dubai based South African Attorney & advisory professional, with more than thirteen years of law practice experience. In this conversation, she highlights the critical role of attorneys in the business of tourism and the right framework to attract the right investments to destinations. Safiyya will be speaking at the upcoming Tourism Investments Forum Africa scheduled for 10-12 April in Cape Town, South Africa. Safiyya is a dynamic, performance-driven professional who has held leadership posts in multiple businesses and provides global expertise with legal insights to advise businesses and executives alike. Safiyya has an acute business acumen and foresight allowing her to advise her clients on the intricacies of cross border transactions and offshore establishment. Having gained a significant amount of experience representing various businesses & industry sectors. Fortunatus Advisory has mandates representing clients in multiple diverse sectors of the economy including oil, gas & energy; travel, tourism & hospitality; food manufacturing; real estate & construction sectors. Representing high net worth clients through Africa & the Middle East, securing foreign direct investment, and advising on offshore strategy providing a complete suite of services, Safiyya is an astute legal & private advisor. Safiyya previously had success in completing foreign direct investment transactions, and practicing in commercial and corporate law matters, both litigious and non-litigious. Having successfully advised and represented international trade, company formation specialty, and offshore company strategy. Safiyya worked as Director of Thomson Wilks Inc. in association with DWF for thirteen years as the sole international attorney, focused on Middle East strategy & legal consulting. She speaks regularly at conferences on international investments and the international legal environment & regulations supporting business opportunities, whilst overcoming cross-border and governmental challenges, in an ever-increasing multicultural society. She has also served as President of the South African Business Council, Dubai U.A.E, and represented South Africa in procuring foreign direct investment. Safiyya holds multiple degrees in Bachelor of Arts (Law, International Relations, English), the University of Witwatersrand; Bachelor of Laws (LLB), University of South Africa; Post Graduate Certificate, Commercial & Corporate Law, University of London (awarded merit*); Post Graduate Diploma, Banking & Finance Law, University of London (awarded merit*); Masters of Law (LLM), Banking, Finance & Corporate Law, University of London

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Derek Blighe is the President of the political party Ireland First. He is a husband, father, and grandfather, and currently a candidate for the Fermoy LEA. GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Sarah Plumley is a professional teacher of mathematics, a GCSE mathematics national examiner for the UK and a Home Education advocate. She invented Guerrilla Education) - a Home Ed Training and Membership Site for busy parents looking to rescue their children from the beast system. Her mission is to train high-quality, hard-working parent-teachers. She has a first-class honours degree from The University of Manchester (a Russell Group University), a Postgraduate Certificate of Secondary Education in Mathematics with Merit, and holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Her website is: http://www.sarahplumley.com/

We take an opportunity to connect with a Swiss Roundtable of international school technology leaders sharing their perspectives, learnings and experiences working in Swiss international schools—both boarding and non boarding—and what it is like living in Switzerland as an international educator. About Wolfgang Soeldner Wolfgang is an experienced educational technology professional with over 20 years of experience in managing, developing, and integrating technology systems in schools. He has served in various leadership roles in international schools, including ICT Campus Partner, Head of Global Education, Secondary Technology & Learning Coordinator, Head of Learning Resources & Technology Coach, and Whole Campus Technology Coordinator. Wolfgang has developed and executed distance learning programs, implemented one-to-one iPad programs, and led the integration of educational technology across various schools. He holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Education and is certified as an Apple Distinguished Educator, Microsoft Innovative Educator + Trainer, and Google Certified Educator Level 1 and 2. Wolfgang is proud to be serving as a Board Member of the Technology Readiness Council (TRC). LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wsoeldner/    About Gus Alcalá Gus Alcala is the IT Manager and Educational Technology Lead at International School Rheintal. Gus possesses a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, a Master's in Communication and Technology and a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering. He has over 10+ years combined experience in network administration, information security and data protection in international schools.  Gus is also a certified teacher deeply involved in design and computer science. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gus-alcalá/  About Darren Wise Darren Wise is Director of IT at Aiglon College. Aiglon College is described as one of the world's most distinctive boarding schools and a leader in character education. Darren leads a team of teachers and technicians focussed on providing reliable technology in the classroom and across the wider college, and occasionally we innovate. Prior to working in Switzerland, Darren also spent 12 years working in a similar role at Harrow International School, Bangkok. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-wise-698b0b141/  About Tim Venchus  Tim Venchus is the Technology Development Director for The American School in Switzerland, an international PK-12 institution located in Ticino, Switzerland. His primary roles are to support the TASIS community in their use of technology and strategize with colleagues to make the most of technology tools, present and future.  Tim holds a B.S. in Mathematics and a Masters in Teaching for 6-12 Mathematics. Prior to working at TASIS, he worked as a District Technology Specialist for a K-8 school district in the suburbs of Chicago, IL. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tvenchus  About Chris Vincent Chris Vincent is the Director of Technology at The International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL). This involves leading committed and inspiring digital learning coaches, an IT team and Librarians as well as being part of the school's senior leadership team.  Chris has enjoyed a career in education that has spanned some 35+ years. Chris began his teaching career in state schools in some of Tasmania, Australia's most remote and beautiful areas before embarking on an international career in education and leadership that has spanned some 30+ years and four different countries and schools. Prior to joining ISZL in 2011, Chris and his wife, lived and worked in Singapore, The Netherlands and Vietnam. Their eldest son was amongst the final graduating class of Chris' principalship at UNIS Hanoi and their other two sons are graduates from ISZL. All three have completed tertiary studies in Australia despite having been born and raised outside of Australia. On a personal level, Chris loves a pot of tea, being active outdoors, escaping through a good book and time spent with his family and close friends. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-vincent-1222b540/  Resources Websites TRC Tech Director Forum: https://talk.techdirector.org/ Technology Readiness Council: https://technologyreadiness.org/   TRC Membership Info: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nVrFaTrwWVT-XjD3mPGMOg9mFXDNL8g2/view  IAPP: https://iapp.org https://skillshop.exceedlms.com/student/page/995423-certifications?navlink=true  Diffit -- relevel or translate texts, generate comprehension questions, and then export to Google Slides or PDF activities. Super cool! High School Campus Library: AI: https://iszl.libguides.com/c.php?g=694832&p=5159582    Articles Reimagining Education in the Digital Age: https://www.aiglon.ch/community/news/news/~board/public-news/post/how-aiglon-is-reimagining-education-in-the-digital-age    Books The AI Classroom | The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education: https://teachergoals.com/books/educational-technology/the-ai-classroom/?v=a25496ebf095  Dilla Time: https://dillati.me/  The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/61714633  John Mikton on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton Web: beyonddigital.org Dan Taylor on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents  Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt  Web: www.appsevents.com Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube Would you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? 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Wendy D. Visser, MEd, Dipl. AV Studies, is an Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Wendy has her Masters in Education, a Postgraduate Certificate in Auditory Verbal Studies and is an Auditory Skills Therapist. In addition to being a Content Creator at the 3C Digital Media Network, she is also a Course Consultant for SoundIntuition. With more than 25 years of teaching experience, Wendy has been a classroom teacher for grades 6-10, developed and taught Geography and History for high school ESL students, an itinerant resource teacher with a focus on autism spectrum disorder and her current role. Wendy has presented internationally and works with private clients all over the world in both French and English, including Auditory Skills Training (AST) for newly implanted adults and children older than 6 .11yrs. When she is not teaching, Wendy loves to travel with her husband, figure skate and scrapbook. email  wendydawn@rogers.com  AVT book -  Contributing Author Visser, W. (2016) [Professional Partnerships and Auditory-Verbal Therapy]. Estabrooks, W., MacIver-Lux, K., Rhodes, E. (Ed.) Auditory-Verbal Therapy For Young Children with Hearing Loss and Their Families, and the Practitioners Who Guide Them (ch16). San Diego, CA: Plural Publishing, Inc. Facebook link -  https://www.facebook.com/wendancesresourcestpt  3C Digital - courses  Theory of Mind and the Middle School Child https://www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/course/theory-of-mind La guidance parentale - Les avantages des stratégies auditives verbales https://www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/course/guidance-parentale-strategies-auditivesverbales Parental Guidance & the Advantages of Using Auditory Verbal Strategies https://www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/course/parental-guidance-avt ________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/the-listening-brain-podcast If you are a conent creator and want to share your knowledge with others, please consider working with the 3C Digital Media Network. To learn more, please contact todd@3cdigitalmedianetwork.com .  

In episode 2 we welcome Paula Hallam to the Nutshell. Paula is a Paediatric Dietician, founder of ‘Plant Based Kids' and author of the book ‘Plant Powered Little People.' Paula has been a children's dietitian for 25 years, graduating in 1998 from the University of Cape Town and gaining a wide range of experience working in many different settings and hospitals such as Great Ormond Street Hospital and Evelina Children's Hospital London, as well as consulting to charities and providing expert advice to baby food companies. She has also completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Advanced Paediatric Dietetics from the University of Plymouth and in addition, in 2021 she undertook the additional training 'Plant-Based Nutrition: A Sustainable Diet for Optimal Health' at the University of Winchester. Contact Paula: https://plantbased-kids.com Buy Paula's book: https://www.waterstones.com/book/plant-powered-little-people/paula-hallam-rd/9781915538222 Join Paula's webinar on 8th February for free by joining PBHP-UK https://plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com/membership Studies Discussed: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8157583/ https://www.leapstudy.co.uk/index.html https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4852987/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28838083/ For our Spanish speaking listeners Miriam Martinez Biarge's book: https://www.amazon.es/familia-vegana-alimentaci%C3%B3n-saludable-equilibrada/dp/8409512394/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

In this spooktacular Eerie Extra, Such a Nightmare co-host Katherine Troyer speaks with horror author and editor David-Jack Fletcher.   We discuss the significance of normalizing LGBTQIA+ identities within the horror genre. This leads to an even bigger discussion of how queer horror can both offer a space for connection and push us beyond our comfort zones. David-Jack shares the vision behind Slashic Horror, his indie horror press that he co-founded with Lee Cross James. And we talk about the magic of crossing genres and the ways his work, including his novella The Haunting of Harry Peck, present the familiar in unfamiliar ways (or perhaps the other way around) through his genre-blending writing.   This interview occurred on January 4, 2024; the episode first aired on January 30, 2024.   David-Jack Fletcher is a writer and scholar hailing from Australia. With a PhD from Macquarie University in Cultural Studies, he wrote for over a decade in an academic setting before—in his words—jumping out of academia to pursue his dream of becoming a horror author and editor. To that end, he has a Post-Graduate Certificate in Editing and Publishing from the University of Southern Queensland, and he completed an internship with Sydney-based Spineless Wonders. Additionally, he was awarded a mentorship with the Australasian Horror Writers Association (AHWA) in 2022, undertaken with award-winning author Paul Mannering. David-Jack has published short stories in several horror anthologies across the UK, the US and Canada, and has appeared in international podcasts and interviews. Furthermore, his debut gay horror-comedy, The Haunting of Harry Peck, was published by Rack & Rune Publishing in February 2022 and became an international Amazon bestseller. And his latest award-winning novel, Raven's Creek is now available through all major retailers, published through his own imprint, Slashic Horror. For more information, visit his LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/djfletcher    ALL LINKS  Twitter/Instagram: @NightmarePod1; YouTube: Such a Nightmare;  Email: suchanightmare.pod@gmail.com; Website: suchanightmare.com

Preaching for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Marissa Papula offers a reflection on discerning God's call in our lives: "I wonder when in our lives we receive invitations that turn everything upside down, and we're left with little else to do then pick up our nets and leave it all behind for God: the job layoff, the positive pregnancy test, the diagnosis, the love at first sight. God's call to us and our compulsion to respond might not involve a fishing boat on the Sea of Galilee. Still, it might very well involve the minutiae of our daily lives: parenthood, partnerships, jobs, the humanness of living in a body that is fragile and mortal. From within our lives but beyond our expectations and imaginations come invitations that compel us out of all we know and into a wilderness of holy surrender." Marissa Papula (she/her) serves as the Director of Campus Ministry at Loyola Marymount University in California.Formed and transformed by Jesuit education, Marissa holds her BA from The University of Scranton, and her MA and Post Graduate Certificate in Spiritual Formation from Boston College. Her academic and pastoral interests, and subjects of her speaking, writing, and presenting include Ignatian spirituality, theological anthropology, feminist theology, racial justice and LGBTQ+ ministry. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/01212024 to learn more about Marissa, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Happiest outdoors, Anna-Marie is a certified Performance Coach who loves to escape the confines of four walls and take conversations into nature. Former British Army Officer, she's worked in challenging environments from snowy Arctic tundra to hot & sandy deserts though currently resides within the rolling countryside of Wiltshire. She has an insatiable curiosity about the world and is a self-certified learning junkie with a Post Graduate Certificate in Applied Coaching from the University of Derby and a Master's in Teaching from the University of Sydney; amongst other psychological and psychometric based coaching tools. Anna-Marie also has a severe ultra-running habit. She loves racing overseas and pre-COVID-19 regularly achieved podium positions on the international Ultra-Trail World Tour series, Marathon des Sables and other events. She is on a mission to encourage a different approach to work where our natural environment is valued and brought into the business world.

Happiest outdoors, Anna-Marie is a certified Performance Coach who loves to escape the confines of four walls and take conversations into nature. Former British Army Officer, she's worked in challenging environments from snowy Arctic tundra to hot & sandy deserts though currently resides within the rolling countryside of Wiltshire. She has an insatiable curiosity about the world and is a self-certified learning junkie with a Post Graduate Certificate in Applied Coaching from the University of Derby and a Master's in Teaching from the University of Sydney; amongst other psychological and psychometric based coaching tools. Anna-Marie also has a severe ultra-running habit. She loves racing overseas and pre-COVID-19 regularly achieved podium positions on the international Ultra-Trail World Tour series, Marathon des Sables and other events. She is on a mission to encourage a different approach to work where our natural environment is valued and brought into the business world.

Colin interviews Amy, a health and safety professional, about her new venture called The Safe Tribe. Amy shares her background in the industry and her journey from working in hospitality to becoming a safety consultant. She explains that The Safe Tribe is an online app designed to be a one-stop shop for health and safety professionals. It offers a safe space for networking and community building, as well as core skills workshops and webinars with industry leaders. Amy's goal is to create a global community that challenges the status quo and gives safety professionals the confidence and support they need to make a difference in the industry. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Safe Tribe is an online app and community for health and safety professionals, providing a safe space for networking, support, and learning. The community offers core skills workshops led by experts in areas such as public speaking, conflict resolution, and mediation, focusing on essential skills for success in the safety profession. The Safe Tribe also hosts monthly webinars with global leaders in safety, providing insights and expertise on safety leadership and best practices. The community encourages member involvement and ownership, allowing them to contribute ideas and scenarios for workshops and content. The Safe Tribe aims to become a global community and a go-to resource for safety professionals, offering a variety of resources, partnerships, and opportunities for growth and development. BEST MOMENTS "I think having an area where people can come on and just be comfortable to open up and talk is really valuable." "I've got ideas and I know where I want to take it. I want this to be a global community, a go-to place for all things safety development-wise." "I think, you know, having that involvement is really important, you know, and getting the community draws a community, doesn't it?" "I'm really looking forward to next year and seeing where it takes us, making it a well-rounded, beneficial environment for everyone." VALUABLE RESOURCES The Interesting Health & Safety Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/vn/podcast/the-interesting-health-safety-podcast/id1467771449         Project Mollitiam - https://www.projectmollitiam.com       The Safe Tribe - https://thesafetribe.co.uk/#:~:text=We've%20built%20a%20member,all%20in%20one%20simple%20app! ABOUT THE HOST Colin Nottage ‘Making health and safety as important as everything else we do.' This is the belief that Colin is passionate about and through his consultancy Influential Management Group (IMG) is able to spread into industry. Colin works at a strategic level with company owners and board members. He helps business leaders establish and achieve their health and safety ambitions. He has developed a number of leading competency improvement programmes that are delivered across industry and his strengths are his ability to take a practical approach to problem-solving and being able to liaise at all levels within an organisation. Colin also runs a company that vets contractors online and a network that develops and support H&S consultancies to become better businesses. Colin chairs the Construction Dust Partnership, an industry collaboration directly involving many organisations, including the Health and Safety Executive. He is a Post Graduate Tutor at Strathclyde University and a highly sought-after health and safety speaker and trainer. He has a Post Graduate Certificate in Safety and Risk management, an engineering degree and is a Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

Dr. Alexis “Lekki” Wood is Associate Professor at USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center in the Division of Pediatrics-Nutrition at Baylor College of Medicine. Research in Lekki's lab aims to better understand how food influences our health. She examines the full chain of changes that occur from the moment food is put into our mouths, trough digestion and absorption of particular molecules, to where those molecules go and how they affect our organs. Outside of work, you can find Lekki working out at the gym and spending quality time with her two children and their German shepherd. She is also a Lego builder and a competitive Pokemon card player along with her son. She received her BSc with honors in Psychology and from the University of Warwick. Afterwards, she completed her Postgraduate Certificate in Education at the University of Cambridge. Lekki enrolled in graduate school at King's College London where she earned her MSc in social, genetic, and developmental psychiatry and her PhD in statistical genetics. Next, she conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Alabama focusing on statistical genetics and epidemiology. Lekki served on the faculty at The University of Texas, Health Sciences Center for about two years before joining the faculty at Baylor College of Medicine where she is today. Lekki has received a variety of awards and honors for her work, including the Young Investigator Award from the International Congress on ADHD and the Young Investigator Award from the Department of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine. In addition, she has received the Scott Grundy Award for Excellence in Metabolism Research and the Mark Bieber Award for Excellence in Nutrition Research, both from the American Heart Association. She was also named a Fellow of the American Heart Association in 2015. In our interview, she shares more about her life and science.

Colin shares his thoughts on a film he recently watched called "Killer" and how it relates to the field of health and safety. He discusses a line from the film that made him reflect on the importance of focusing on the actions taken before an event rather than solely blaming the individual or investigating the aftermath KEY TAKEAWAYS The damage in health and safety incidents is often caused in the time leading up to the event, rather than during the event itself. Focusing on the successes and good work in health and safety on a daily basis can lead to greater overall success. It is important to consider factors such as design, planning, budgeting, risk assessments, toolbox talks, and training before an event takes place. BEST MOMENTS "The damage isn't caused when the risk is at its highest. The damage is caused in the seconds, the minutes, hours, days, and weeks, and maybe months leading up to the event." "The more you focus on the successes in your business, then the more successful you're going to be." "It's very, very easy to blame the individual. It's very, very easy to put the investigation on the event and what happened after." VALUABLE RESOURCES The Interesting Health & Safety Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/vn/podcast/the-interesting-health-safety-podcast/id1467771449         Project Mollitiam - https://www.projectmollitiam.com       ABOUT THE HOST Colin Nottage ‘Making health and safety as important as everything else we do.' This is the belief that Colin is passionate about and through his consultancy Influential Management Group (IMG) is able to spread into industry. Colin works at a strategic level with company owners and board members. He helps business leaders establish and achieve their health and safety ambitions. He has developed a number of leading competency improvement programmes that are delivered across industry and his strengths are his ability to take a practical approach to problem-solving and being able to liaise at all levels within an organisation. Colin also runs a company that vets contractors online and a network that develops and support H&S consultancies to become better businesses. Colin chairs the Construction Dust Partnership, an industry collaboration directly involving many organisations, including the Health and Safety Executive. He is a Post Graduate Tutor at Strathclyde University and a highly sought-after health and safety speaker and trainer. He has a Post Graduate Certificate in Safety and Risk management, an engineering degree and is a Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).This show was brought to you by Progressive Media

Welcome Sarah Tilly to AI Uncovered. Sarah is the Founder and Director of Azur Health Science, a regulatory writing consultancy based in France.Guided by her expertise as a member of the European Medical Writers Association (EMWA), Tim and Sarah discuss what steps are being taken to better understand the benefits of AI for medical writing. Sarah has been involved in medical writing since 2006 for a variety of companies and is the EMWA president-elect. She mentors and provides training to new medical writers and conducts regular workshops at EMWA conferences. Sara holds a degree in Biology, a Postgraduate Certificate in International Health Technology Assessment, Pricing and Reimbursement, and is completing an executive MBA with a focus in Healthcare Management. Welcome to AI Uncovered, a podcast for technology enthusiasts that explores the intersection of generative AI, machine learning, and innovation across regulated industries. With the AI software market projected to reach $14 trillion by 2030, each episode features compelling conversations with an innovator exploring the impact of generative AI, LLMs, and other rapidly evolving technologies across their organization. Hosted by Executive VP of Product at Yseop, Tim Martin leads a global team and uses his expertise to manage the wonderful world of product.

DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off olsenna.com Olsen Facebook Olsen Instagram Olsen Linkedin Olsen Youtube https://www.oneplacecapital.com/ Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Dr. Markus B. Blatz is Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Chairman of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences and Assistant Dean for Digital Innovation and Professional Development at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he also founded the Penn Dental Medicine CAD/CAM Ceramic Center, an interdisciplinary venture to study emerging technologies and new ceramic materials while providing state-of-the-art esthetic clinical care. Dr. Blatz graduated from Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany, and was awarded additional Doctorate Degrees, a Postgraduate Certificate in Prosthodontics, and a Professorship from the same University. Dr. Blatz is co-founder and past President of the International Academy for Adhesive Dentistry (IAAD) and a founding member of the European Academy of Digital Dentistry (EADD). He is a board-certified Diplomat in the German Society for Prosthodontics and Biomaterials (DGPro) and a member of multiple other professional organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the International College of Prosthodontists, the American College of Prosthodontists (honorary member), Academy of Osseointegration, and O.K.U. Honor Dental Society. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, Associate Editor of the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry and of Quintessence International, Section Editor for the International Journal of Prosthodontics, and serves on the editorial boards of numerous other recognized scientific dental journals. He is coauthor of the international bestseller “evolution – contemporary protocols for anterior single-tooth implants”, which has been translated on over 8 languages. Prior to joining Penn Dental Medicine as Chairperson of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences in September 2006, Dr. Blatz was at Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry in New Orleans, where he served as Chairman of the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and Biomaterials and Assistant Dean for Clinical Research. During his tenure at LSU, Dr. Blatz also directed the Masters of Science in Oral Biology Program and was a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics. From 1994 to 1998 he was an Assistant Professor and from 1998 to 1999 a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics at Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg School of Dentistry in Freiburg, Germany. A widely published and internationally respected lecturer, Dr. Blatz's main focus within clinical practice and research is esthetic dentistry with an emphasis on implantology and dental materials, particularly ceramics and adhesion. Dr. Blatz is the recipient of multiple teaching and research awards and has published and lectured extensively on dental esthetics, restorative materials, and implant dentistry. He was recently named one of the “World's Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry”.

DOT - Use the Code DENTALDIGEST for 10% off olsenna.com Olsen Facebook Olsen Instagram Olsen Linkedin Olsen Youtube https://www.oneplacecapital.com/ Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Dr. Markus B. Blatz is Professor of Restorative Dentistry, Chairman of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences and Assistant Dean for Digital Innovation and Professional Development at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he also founded the Penn Dental Medicine CAD/CAM Ceramic Center, an interdisciplinary venture to study emerging technologies and new ceramic materials while providing state-of-the-art esthetic clinical care. Dr. Blatz graduated from Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany, and was awarded additional Doctorate Degrees, a Postgraduate Certificate in Prosthodontics, and a Professorship from the same University. Dr. Blatz is co-founder and past President of the International Academy for Adhesive Dentistry (IAAD) and a founding member of the European Academy of Digital Dentistry (EADD). He is a board-certified Diplomat in the German Society for Prosthodontics and Biomaterials (DGPro) and a member of multiple other professional organizations, including the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the International College of Prosthodontists, the American College of Prosthodontists (honorary member), Academy of Osseointegration, and O.K.U. Honor Dental Society. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry, Associate Editor of the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry and of Quintessence International, Section Editor for the International Journal of Prosthodontics, and serves on the editorial boards of numerous other recognized scientific dental journals. He is coauthor of the international bestseller “evolution – contemporary protocols for anterior single-tooth implants”, which has been translated on over 8 languages. Prior to joining Penn Dental Medicine as Chairperson of the Department of Preventive and Restorative Sciences in September 2006, Dr. Blatz was at Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center School of Dentistry in New Orleans, where he served as Chairman of the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry and Biomaterials and Assistant Dean for Clinical Research. During his tenure at LSU, Dr. Blatz also directed the Masters of Science in Oral Biology Program and was a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics. From 1994 to 1998 he was an Assistant Professor and from 1998 to 1999 a senior faculty member in the Department of Prosthodontics at Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg School of Dentistry in Freiburg, Germany. A widely published and internationally respected lecturer, Dr. Blatz's main focus within clinical practice and research is esthetic dentistry with an emphasis on implantology and dental materials, particularly ceramics and adhesion. Dr. Blatz is the recipient of multiple teaching and research awards and has published and lectured extensively on dental esthetics, restorative materials, and implant dentistry. He was recently named one of the “World's Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry”.

Law Enforcement and Wellness with Sherri Martin Today's episode we talk about how the National Fraternal Order of Police provides wellness resources for their members.  Sherri Martin serves as the National Director of Wellness Services for the Fraternal Order of Police. A career police officer, Sherri has extensive experience in crisis negotiation and intervention, serving most of her law enforcement career as a patrol supervisor and lead crisis negotiator. While a member of the Charleston Police Department in South Carolina, where she served the majority of her career, she achieved the rank of Lieutenant, and was responsible for the development of programs in the areas of officer wellness and crisis intervention within the community. Sherri earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology from the Citadel, where she was chosen by faculty to receive the J. Patrick Leverett Award presented to the most outstanding graduate student in the Psychology program. While pursuing a Postgraduate Certificate in Forensic Psychology, which she completed in 2020 at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Sherri led the Fraternal Order of Police National Officer Wellness Committee in a landmark survey of police officers on the subjects of critical stress, stigma, and use of wellness services. Additionally, Sherri has experience as a clinical therapist, having served military clients diagnosed with PTSD and Clinical Depression during research conducted at Ralph H. Johnston Veterans Affairs Hospital in South Carolina. She is licensed as a Professional Counselor Associate in the State of Connecticut. Sherri is a member of the National Consortium on Preventing Law Enforcement Suicide, led by the International Association of Chiefs of Police, is a published author and frequent presenter on officer wellness and police suicide. Sherri also currently serves as the 2nd Vice President in the Connecticut FOP State Lodge. Connect with Sherri: LinkedIn National FOP Wellness Local Vetted and Approved Wellness Providers National Fraternal Order of Police 2021 Critical Issues in Policing Survey +++++ First Responder Wellness Podcast Patreon Channel: https://www.patreon.com/FirstResponderWellnessPodcast PTSD911 Documentary: https://ptsd911movie.com/ Purchase the PTSD911 film for your public safety agency or organization: https://ptsd911.myshopify.com/products/ptsd911-digital-toolkit-pre-orders-only  

Today's episode is a Sound Bite – which is a short episode which may be a bit more about a topic we've covered like our episode today or a quick inspiration – which is our hope for today. A few days ago I received an email from my friend, Rachel Brumberger, who is a fellow podcaster and has dedicated her life to healing and wellness. She is someone I admire greatly and often takes the lead to inspire others, she did so again in the email she sent. I knew when I read it, I had to share with you and she has generously given me permission to do so. She brings light and love into the Palestine-Israel crisis that is impacting all of us.   Mentioned in the Episode: Rachel's Podcast: UnscRxipted Who are we when we don't have our wellbeing? How do we heal? Tune in to UnscRxipted with host Rachel Brumberger, L.Ac., and her select guests, as they supply a generous weekly dose of real-talk, deep love, and medicine for tips and strategies you can apply immediately to change your life and health forever. More about Rachel: Rachel Brumberger, M.Ac., M.OM., L.Ac. is a master acupuncturist, herbalist, Chinese nutritional therapy practitioner, and wellness expert. She specializes transformative healing programs which address a number of complex issues, especially including women's health, digestive disorders, mood and neurodivergent conditions, and healing longer-term chronic illness. She has a rich and dynamic history health history which is what brought her to the healing profession. Rachel speaks her own experiences as a human and clinician into her treatment room with authenticity, humor and compassion. Rachel achieved her Master of Oriental Medicine (2015), Post-Graduate Certificate in Women's Holistic Health (2013), and Master of Acupuncture (2013) at Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH), formerly Tai Sophia Institute est. 1974, where she returned and is currently a Clinical and Adjunct Faculty member. Her clinical practice is located in downtown Bethesda, Maryland right outside of Washington, D.C.   How to reach Rachel: IG: @reallyrachelb Web: rachelbrumberger.com Email: hello@rachelbrumberger.com Podcast: UnscRxipted How to reach Yo Canny:  Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We'd love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo)   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny (Yo)   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

In this episode, we discuss the significant changes in the weight of Star measures, with the reversal of the 2022 Final Rule—many measures are returning to their previous weights. In response to the 2022 Final Rule, plans made significant investments to enhance the member experience in areas like customer service and developing digital platforms. The 2023 Final Rule has recently announced the removal of the Reward Factor and is replacing it with the Health Equity Index, which aims to incentivize plans to focus on serving members with higher social risk factors. “Members are getting a better experience because plans reacted to the measure weight increases. Even though the measure weights may be redacted, the investments are already there and members are going to continue to feel the benefits of these enhancements.” - Michelle SimonAlthough the removal of the Reward Factor may temporarily affect Star Ratings, plans that perform well for their underserved members will receive a bonus tied to their performance. The point system and measure weights play a crucial role in plan performance for Star Ratings. The difference between a 4-Star and a 5-Star plan is often a very tight threshold. It's critical for plans to adopt a dynamic approach that constantly evaluates the data and how it relates to the weight of the measures. Stars is a math game that requires constant analysis and iteration to strategically direct efforts and resources towards the highest impact. While the upcoming changes are generating a mix of excitement and apprehension among plans, the focus remains on advocating for the members and achieving better outcomes. Tune into this episode to hear valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in the Stars program, and learn strategies in navigating the changes and improving performance. About Our GuestMichelle Simon has over 15 years of experience in quality programs. She began her career on the commercial side with the quality rating system and transitioned into the Stars space where she has spent the majority of her career. Simon has a Masters degree in Organizational Leadership and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics and Data Analytics.

This episode's guest is Alex Effer of Resilient Training and Rehabilitation. Alex earned his Bachelors of Kinesiology from the University of Toronto, obtained a Post-Graduate Certificate in Exercise Science for Health and Performance from Niagara College and is a Certified Exercise Physiologist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, and EXOS Performance Specialist. Alex continuously improves his education through courses and regular personal reading from both Canadian and international sources to enhance his knowledge in stress physiology, neurology, biomechanics, respiration, autonomics, psychology (i.e., human behaviour and habit formation), and systems thinking. Alex has gained extensive clinical and practical experience treating and training a variety of clients from professional and amateur athletes, high profile executives, older adults, individuals with certain medical conditions such as Stroke, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Congenital Heart Disease, Postoperative rehabilitation and individuals with chronic and complex pain. Alex’s experience includes: Head Exercise Physiologist at Ace Sports Clinic Inc; Director of Return to Performance and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Varsity Baseball, Women's Lacrosse, and Golf team at the University of Toronto; Consultant for the Varsity Blues Football, Hockey, Swimming Team; Head Exercise Physiologist for Balance Physiotherapy; and consultant to Olympic Swimming Athletes, and NBA players. Most recently, Alex has decided to build his own business under the name Resilient Training and Rehabilitation, a name that emphasizes Alex’s unique approach to fitness, which is one that combines both aspects of normal fitness and rehabilitation principles to achieve long- lasting pain free results. Alex uses his comprehensive knowledge and passion in exercise science, autonomics, respiration, rehabilitation, and biomechanics to develop programs that promote injury prevention, sports performance, and rehabilitation through quality of movement. On this episode Alex and I discuss: Alex's background The compression-expansion model Narrow and wide archetypes The pelvic mechanics of the archetypes This was a great discussion with Alex and I hope you guys really enjoy it. Stay Strong, RB Show Notes: Website - resilientedu.com Facebook - Resilient Training and Rehabilitation Instagram - alex.effer YouTube - Resilient Lab With Alex Effer Books Mentioned: Recognizing and Treating Breathing Disorders: A Multidisciplinary Approach The Pelvic Girdle: An integration of clinical expertise and research The Thorax: An Integrated Approach Human Locomotion: The Conservative Management of Gait-Related Disorders Injury-Free Running, Second Edition: Your Illustrated Guide to Biomechanics, Gait Analysis, and Injury Prevention Kinesiology of the Musculoskeletal System Manipulative Therapy: Musculoskeletal Medicine Videos Mentioned: Human Locomotion - YouTube Channel Podcasts Mentioned: Physical Preparation Podcast - Episode 18 - Mike Roncarati Physical Preparation Podcast - Episode 19 - Mike Roncarati People and Resources mentioned: Bill Hartman Conor Harris Zac Cupples Angus Bradley Eric Cressey Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) Shirley Sahrmann Mike Robertson T-Nation Mike Roncarati Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) Jennifer Poulin Leon Chaitow James Earls Thomas Michaud Karel Lewit Donald A. Neumann ALTIS Connor Ryan Gary Gray

This week's episode features a conversation between me and Angel Ayon of Ayon Studio. We cover his journey into the profession, the development of the Reglazing Modernism book, and the creation of Ayon Studio. This was a fun conversation that is packed with great advice and lessons learned.Building Highlight: The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York, NYLinks:Ayon StudioReglazing Modernism bookGabl media CEU CoursesTangible Remnants on InstagramTangible Remnants WebsiteLinkedTr.ee for resourcesGabl Media NetworkSarah Gilberg's MusicBio: As both an Architect and Preservationist, Angel Ayón, AIA, NCARB, NOMA, LEED AP has more than twenty five years of experience working with historic buildings. Trained in his native Havana, Cuba, Washington, D.C., and New York City, his expertise ranges from building-envelope evaluation and repair to full-scale rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of commercial and residential properties, as well as cultural and educational institutions.Angel believes it is the responsibility of the current generation to save and secure our built heritage as a cultural asset. He currently serves as Vice-President of Save Harlem Now!, member of the Advisory Board of the Historic Districts Council, the Historic Preservation Committee of The Municipal Art Society of New York (MAS), Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Preservation League of the NY State, and member of the Board of Directors of the James Marston Fitch Charitable Foundation. He is also an active member of Columbia University's Preservation Alumni, as well as the AIA, NCARB, nycoba/NOMA, USGBC, APTi, APT NE, US/ICOMOS, Docomomo_US and Docomomo New York Tri-State.Angel holds a professional degree in Architecture and a Master of Science in Conservation and Rehabilitation of the Built Heritage from Havana's Higher Polytechnic Institute, as well as a Post-Graduate Certificate in Conservation of Historic Buildings and Archaeological Sites from Columbia University in New York.**Some of the links above maybe Amazon affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you.**

Today I'm chatting with the directors of the non-profit Culinary Medicine UK who have been with me from the very start when I had the aspiration to bring this method of teaching to the UK.We talk about the origins of CM and how it's changedWhat the evolution of CM has been and how we survived the pandemicWhere CM is currently taught as well as the aspirations of where we want to take itIf you've never heard of Culinary Medicine before, it's a method of teaching health and social care professionals, nutrition science with hands on cooking and culinary skills.Essentially we deliver evidence based, practical and appropriate teaching to healthcare professionals on how to adapt nutrition advice for individuals with varying medical conditions, cultures, skills, resources and personal preferences. Something that is not taught well, or at all, in universities today.Vince is a culinary lecturer at UK's number one Hospitality School, Westminster KingswayCollege (WKC). With over 25 years of experience within the hospitality industry and is anexecutive committee member of Master Chef's of Great Britain.Elaine is an experienced nutrition educator and registered dietician, who leads on the development of CMUK nutrition modules. She is a researcher working towards a PhD, and writer with an interest in improving access to healthy food for people facing nutrition insecurity, and has postgraduate qualifications in clinical education, diabetes, research, critical appraisal, behaviour change and communication.Dr Sumi Baruah is the CEO of CMUK and is currently a portfolio GP, who holds diplomas in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Sexual Health and a Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Care Education as well as being a certified health coach.You can sign up to the Nutritional Psychiatry Workshop event here with Professor Felice Jacka - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-school-nutritional-psychiatry-culinary-medicine-2-day-intensive-tickets-619975532507

Tomi Adetayo is an accomplished author and passionate teacher, embarking on an incredible journey with her debut picture book, "The Adventures of Dele the Street Kid: Every Superhero Needs a Sidekick." With this captivating tale, she aims to not only entertain readers but also provide them with valuable learning opportunities.Beyond her love for writing, Tomi Adetayo possesses a diverse range of creative interests. Her skills extend to portrait photography, video editing, and script writing, allowing her to express herself through various artistic mediums. She is a firm believer in the power of storytelling and the impact it can have on young minds.Tomi's educational background reflects her commitment to both learning and teaching. She holds a degree in Electrical Engineering from City, University of London, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from Goldsmiths, University of London. Further advancing her expertise in education, she obtained a Master's Degree in Early Years Education from the Institute of Education, UCL.For over fifteen years, Tomi has dedicated herself to teaching three-to-five-year-olds in the vibrant city of London. Her experience in the classroom has allowed her to connect with young learners and nurture their imaginations. She understands the importance of engaging children through captivating stories and believes that literature can play a crucial role in their development."The Adventures of Dele the Street Kid: Every Superhero Needs a Sidekick" marks the beginning of an enthralling picture book series. It promises thrilling adventures and exciting challenges that will captivate readers of all ages. The book, beautifully illustrated with watercolours, immerses readers in Dele's world, evoking smiles, joy, and cheers as they accompany him on his memorable encounters.Set beneath the wobbly bridge, Dele's life as a six-year-old is lonely. Each night, he gazes at the twinkling stars, dreaming of becoming a superhero with a loyal companion by his side. As another busy day begins on the bustling streets of Lagos, an extraordinary adventure awaits Dele. Faced with an important decision that could change his solitary existence, Dele must summon the courage to confront the challenge and embrace his destiny as a superhero.If you wish to connect with Tomi Adetayo for speaking engagements, media inquiries, or bulk orders of her books, you can reach her at project@a1000faces.com. Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey with "The Adventures of Dele the Street Kid: Every Superhero Needs a Sidekick," the first instalment of a captivating picture book series filled with heartwarming adventures and inspiring life lessons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.