Podcasts about wabi sabi

Let me start with a disclaimer—this isn't a political editorial. It's a conversation about ideas. Lessons from business, design, culture, and philosophy that might help us grow—individually and collectively. And if you disagree, email me at ConvoByDesign@Outlook.com. I welcome the debate. As this year closes, I'm feeling a mix of frustration and optimism. This moment feels chaotic—as does most of life lately—which is why I often end the show with, “rise above the chaos.” We can't eliminate it, but we can manage what's within our control. The Stoics told us that long ago: focus on what you can control, release what you can't, act with virtue, and let obstacles sharpen resilience. This essay is about taking back even a small amount of control through the work we do and the spaces we shape. The Problem with Trend-Driven Design This year, phrases and hashtags flew faster than ever—Quiet Luxury, Brat Green, Fridgescaping, Millennial Grey. Much like the “big, beautiful bill” language we've all heard tossed around in political discourse, design's buzzwords can distract from what actually matters. They generate attention, not meaning. They look good on social media, not necessarily in the lived experience of a home, workplace, or public square. So instead of centering our design conversations around fleeting edits, let's pivot toward the global innovations that are transforming the built world in ways that truly matter. Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. Design Hardware – A stunning and vast collection of jewelry for the home! TimberTech – Real wood beauty without the upkeep Real Innovation Worth Talking About Across the globe, designers, architects, and researchers are developing ideas that transcend buzz. These are the concepts with longevity—the ones shaping smart, resilient, human-centered spaces: Biophilic Design, rooted in the work of Edward O. Wilson, Erich Fromm, and Japanese shinrin-yoku, continues to reframe our relationship with nature. Net-Zero Architecture, pioneered in Canada, Germany, and Australia, redefines building performance through projects like Seattle's Bullitt Center and Colorado's RMI Innovation Center. Smart Homes and Invisible Tech, building on early Asian innovation, hiding circuitry and functionality behind seamless design powered by Apple, Google, and Amazon ecosystems. Prefab and Modular Construction, originally exemplified by structures like the Crystal Palace and the Sydney Opera House, now reimagined by firms such as Plant Prefab. Passive House Design, born in Germany but rapidly shaping U.S. projects in California, New York, and the Pacific Northwest. And the list goes on: Self-Healing Concrete by Hendrik Marius Jonkers Guggenheim Abu Dhabi by Frank Gehry Bët-bi Museum in Senegal by Mariam Issoufou Powerhouse Parramatta in Australia Pujiang Viewing Platform in China by MVRDV Landscape and biophilic approaches—Wabi-Sabi gardening, edimental gardens, climate-adaptive landscapes, and indoor biophilia—are redefining how we engage with natural systems in daily life. Even infrastructure has become a site of innovation: CopenHill/Amager Bakke, Denmark's waste-to-energy plant with a ski slope Urban Sequoias by SOM—skyscrapers designed as carbon sinks 3D-printed timber in Germany, Finland, and France This is the work that deserves our attention—not the color of the week on TikTok. Rethinking the Shelter Space For years I described architecture as a language, design as a dialect, and landscape as the narrative. Mies van der Rohe famously introduced the concept of architecture as language. It caught on, and then the bandwagon effect took over. But today, the metaphor feels insufficient—especially for the shelter space, where people spend their lives, raise families, work, heal, and age. The shelter space isn't like a retail store or restaurant, where design is often intended for those who pass through briefly while the people who labor there navigate the leftover space. The shelter space must serve those who inhabit it deeply and continuously. And that shifts the conversation. Design begins with the usual questions—purpose, function, users, goals, budget. But these questions don't define design. They only outline it. There is no universal purpose of architecture or design, no single philosophy, no singular “right” answer. The shelter space varies as widely as the people living within it. So instead of treating architecture and design as technical processes, we should approach them philosophically. A Philosophical Framework for Design Stoicism offers clarity: Accept that budget overruns and changes will occur. Respect the expertise of the designer you hired. Invest in authenticity rather than dupes. Create environments that support health—clean air, clean water, noise reduction, resilience. Utilitarianism reminds us that choices have consequences. If the design decisions you make are based on influencer content instead of expertise, the result is no surprise. And now, a new framework is emerging that could transform our shared spaces entirely. Sensorial Urbanism: Designing the City We Actually Feel One of the most compelling movements emerging globally is Sensorial Urbanism—a shift from focusing on how the city looks to how it feels. It's neuroscience, phenomenology, and inclusive design rolled into a multi-sensory toolkit. Five Key Sensory Principles Soundscaping Water features masking traffic. Acoustic pavilions. Designed sound gardens. Paris' Le Cylindre Sonore. Soundscape parks in Barcelona and Berlin. Smellscaping Native flowers, herbs, and aromatic trees restoring identity—especially critical after disasters like wildfires. Kate McLean's smellwalks map a city's olfactory signature. Tactile Design Materials that invite touch and respond to temperature—stone, wood, water—connecting inhabitants to place. Visual Quietness Reducing signage and visual clutter, as seen in Drachten, Netherlands, creates calmer, more intuitive environments. Multisensory Inclusivity Design that accommodates neurodiversity, PTSD, aging, and accessibility through tactile paving, sound buffers, and scent markers. Why It Matters Because cities didn't always feel this overwhelming. Because design wasn't always rushed. Because quality of life shouldn't be compromised for aesthetics. Sensorial Urbanism reconnects us with spaces that are restorative, intuitive, and emotionally resonant. A city is not just a picture—it is an experience. The Takeaway for 2026 Rising Above the Chaos: Lessons from 2025 for a Smarter 2026 HED (3-sentence summary): As 2025 closes, the design and architecture world has experienced unprecedented chaos and rapid trend cycles. In this episode, Soundman reflects on lessons from business, culture, and global innovation, emphasizing resilience, purposeful design, and human-centered spaces. From Stoic philosophy to sensorial urbanism, this conversation offers guidance for navigating the next year with clarity and intentionality. DEK (Expanded description): Twenty twenty-five tested the design industry's patience, creativity, and adaptability. In this reflective episode, we explore the pitfalls of trend-driven design, the enduring value of service, and the innovations shaping architecture globally — from net-zero buildings to multisensory urbanism. With examples ranging from TimberTech decking to Pacific Sales' trade programs, we examine how designers can reclaim control, prioritize meaningful work, and create spaces that heal, inspire, and endure. A philosophical lens, practical insights, and actionable guidance make this a must-listen for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Outline of Show Topics: Introduction & Context Reflection on the chaotic year of 2025 in design and architecture. Disclaimer: this is a philosophical conversation, not a political editorial. Invitation for audience engagement via email. Trends vs. Meaningful Design Critique of buzzwords like “quiet luxury” and “millennial gray bookshelf wealth.” Emphasis on global innovation over social media-driven trends. The gap between American design influence and international innovation. Global Innovations in Architecture & Design Biophilic design and its philosophical roots. Net-zero buildings: Bullitt Center (Seattle), RMI Innovation Center (Colorado). Smart homes, modular construction, and passive house adoption in the U.S. vs. abroad. Focus on Service & Professional Support Pacific Sales Kitchen & Home: Pro Rewards program and exceptional service. TimberTech: innovation in sustainable synthetic decking. Importance of performance, durability, and client-focused solutions. Philosophical Approach to Design Architecture as experience, not just a visual language. Stoicism, utilitarianism, and mindfulness applied to design. Sensorial urbanism: engaging all five senses in public and private spaces. Emerging Global Examples of Innovation Self-healing concrete (Henrik Marius Junkers), Copenhill (Denmark). 3D printed timber in Germany, Finland, France. Climate-adaptive landscapes, Wabi-sabi gardening, inclusive urban design. Moving Beyond Social Media Trends Rejecting influencer-driven design priorities. Returning to performance, resilience, and quality of life. Practical guidance for designers in all regions, including overlooked U.S. markets. Closing Reflections & New Year Outlook Encouragement to rise above chaos and focus on what can be controlled. Goals for 2026: intentional, human-centered, and innovative design. Call to action: share, subscribe, and engage with Convo by Design. Sponsor Mentions & Callouts Pacific Sales Kitchen & Home TimberTech Design Hardware If you enjoyed this long-form essay, share it with a friend. Subscribe to Convo By Design, follow @convoxdesign on Instagram, and send your thoughts to ConvoByDesign@Outlook.com. Thank you to TimberTech, The AZEK Company, Pacific Sales, Best Buy, and Design Hardware for supporting over 650 episodes and making Convo By Design the longest running podcast of it's kind!

What if life is not meant to be perfect but meaningful?In this episode of Toshila Podcast, RJ Toshila explores the beautiful Japanese philosophy of Wabi Sabi, which teaches us to embrace impermanence, change, and emotional balance.When great happiness enters life, a little sadness often follows.And when deep sadness arrives, a small happiness quietly walks beside it.Just like the saying, “No man steps into the same river twice,”our first experiences never repeat because we never remain the same.This episode is a gentle reminder that every moment is temporary, every feeling is passing, and that is exactly what makes life precious.

Read our new Wabi Sabi book on Kindle and Paperback here:➡️ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FVNMMS9DWabi-Sabi is a philosophy that teaches that true resilience is forged in the cracks. A pristine sword is untested. It has no story. It has no soul. It is the scar on the steel that proves it has survived the battle.To be complete is to be finished. To be perfect is to be stagnant. The ancient masters taught that the moon is most beautiful when it is partly hidden, for the imagination is stronger than the eye. Growth requires incompleteness. If you are finished, there is no room left to become stronger.. This is the secret of Wabi Sabi.This esthetic is a strategy to find invincibility in your own impermanence. It is the art of turning your scars into your armor. These are the 7 Philosophies of Wabi Sabi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Paranormal NL Podcast UPRN Segment #57 Thinning of the Veil Special -host Jen Noseworthy talks with Guest: JJRose777 from California, USA. JJRose777 was on PNL Podcast season two 2024-S2/E48 & S2/E140 & now Season Three 2025-S3/E50 (UPRN Seg#57). JJRose777 is a lifelong psychic, Lightworker and all things 6th sense and Metaphysical from California, USA. Besides being the lead psychic specialist for a paranormal Investigation team and an Ordained Non-Denominational Minister, she is also a White Witch and Lightworker. She focuses on being a Metaphysical Teacher with her YouTube Channel JJROSE777 where you can find videos from just waking up into the Spiritual world, to advanced videos to help you learn to clear yourself and most especially to Bubble Up which is a form of spiritual protection. Her specialty is energy & entity clearing and cleaning – which is a nice way to say exorcist. Follow JJRose777 on her Linktree https://linktr.ee/jjrose777 and her YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jjrose777 JJRose777 is part of the Fab-5 Group. The Fab-5 consists of Kat Ward from Paranormal Heart Podcast from Ontario, Canada (Fellow UPRN host) who was on PNL Podcast Season two 2024-S2/E18 & Season Three-2025- S3/E1(UPRN Seg#9); Tim Sudano from Paranormal Insight & SCARI from California, USA (fellow UPRN host) who was on PNL Podcast season three 2025-S3/E3 (UPRN Seg#11); Tommy Cullum from Let's Get Freaky Podcast from the UK, who was on PNL Podcast season two 2024- S2/E7 & S2/E41 & Season Three 2025-S3/E15 (UPRN Seg#22) and Erick Szilagyi from UN-comfortable Podcast from Indiana, USA who was on PNL Podcast Season Three 2025- S3/E51 (UPRN Seg#58). JJRose777 also Co-hosts the Podcast “3 Sirens and a Squirrel” with Jayce from @Wabi_Sabi (who was on PNL Season Two 2024-S2/E67); and Kim Bishop -white witch (who was on PNL Podcast Season Two 2024-S2/E70, and Season Three 2025-S3/E48 -UPRN Seg#55 with Kim's alchemist & distiller husband Alan Bishop from If You Have Ghosts You Have Everything Podcast). Kim is also owner of the Witches Brew BOOtique; and collabed with Paranormal Coven (Linda & Leva who were also on PNL Podcast Season Two 2024-S2/E134). Shout out to Podcasters Chucky_Dander (Sharles Stephens) from Danger Zone & Countercult who was on PNL Podcast S2/E50,S2/E119 mastermind of the Linktree (International Paranormal Alliance) IPA Shout out to Dayvid Salinas from DTRH (Down The Rabbit Hole) & Dayvid Don't Know, Weird Java in the Morning, Won Nothing who was on PNL Podcast S2/E60, and S3/E53 (UPRN Seg#40) Shout out to Kevin Sapiel Jr. from Where The Weird Ones Are who was on PNL S2/E57, S2/E139 Shout out to UPRN Producer Michelle Desrochers from Ontario, Canada. Michelle is also host of The Outer Realm Radio & Beyond the Outer Realm on UPRN. https://linktr.ee/michelledesrochers_ Jennifer Vallis (JV)-Noseworthy, RN (Jen) Paranormal NL (PNL) Podcast & BOG Team Founder/host "Paranormal NL (PNL) Podcast" Founder/Team Lead: PNL BOG Team. A "Boots on Ground" Paranormal Investigation Team Email: paranormal.nl.podcast@gmail.com Follow Paranormal NL Podcast & the BOG Team at https://linktr.ee/paranormalnlpodcast

This week I discovered the trifold meaning of the popular phrase Wabi Sabi! Join me in exploring how the concept of imperfection can enrich our lives this holiday season. This episode is packed with quotes, poems, and grounding intentions for how you might release control of outcomes during the holidays and beyond. How can focus focusing on the soil of your own garden instead of the exact yield or outcome of situations help you to be a better witch for yourself and for your community? Let's dive in.! Let me know when the comments: how are you embracing the concept of Wabi Sabi during your holiday season and your New Year's resolutions? Also, what would you like to hear next on the podcast? Help me think of ideas as I embark on trying to be consistent and let go of the need for perfection in my own podcast.

Välkomna till podcasten Billgren Wood som idag är ett personligt avsnitt fullt av både högt och lågt! Elsa har varit i Köpenhamn och är upprymd av inspiration. Är danskarna helt enkelt bättre på jul? Elsa har köpt ett jättegammal bord och planerar att pynta loss, Sofia har möblerat om vardagsrummet och fyllt hemmet med ljus. Vi hpr igenom Nigel Slaters hus i London och House & Gardens mysiga hemma hos-jul. Men vi pratar också om när rädslor blir ens identitet, om att bli vuxen fastän man känner sig som ett barn, våga lita på sin rimlighet och göra svåra saker! Trevlig lyssning!

Episode 688: A woman in Keene, NH is pissing on produce. Do we know her? Ford Taurus SHO. Can Gabriela speak with a Spanish accent? Brett rants; was the wicked witch actually the good witch of OZ? Idioms. We play with puzzles Puke's Mom bought us for 30 minutes! AI is the new astrology for women. Brett's Game: Can Gabriela finish one story before she starts a new story? What is an animal? Killer hippos. Wabi Sabi. Bumper stickers. Some card game. Thera-pies. A bakery for Theremin players.

I’ve noticed Internal Family Systems (IFS) being mentioned a lot lately, following a significant shift in how it's now presented as a spiritual philosophy for trauma healing. In this episode of The Gentle Rebel Podcast, I got Justin Sunseri back on the podcast, partly to talk about this recent addition to IFS. The last time he was on, he predicted further elements would be added before long. I also wanted to speak with him about ways we can approach these kinds of models without becoming overly dependent on them. https://youtu.be/w2uIFWAqNbY We talked about simplicity, stripping away the fluff, and getting to the core of things so we can let go rather than get pulled into the culture around particular therapeutic models, which now often include communities, language, rituals, and insider/outside status. These are things therapeutic practitioners need to stay aware of and avoid enabling. I wanted to address the structural elements here (which apply to many systematic modalities), rather than the content of IFS itself. I know people find it useful. That's not what this is about. It’s a call for awareness in how we hold and attach to systems. As Justin points out, a red flag is when new elements are added by decree from a single figure at the centre, often accompanied by books, train-the-trainer programs, and courses that extract profits from a highly invested audience of practitioners and followers. Development By Decree vs Organic Progress Justin contrasts a modality that evolves through scrutiny and refinement with one that changes by proclamation from its founder. In models like IFS, additions often arrive as top-down declarations rather than emerging iteratively and organically. When a system operates under capitalist logic, it must continually invent new things, reinvent existing ones, and proclaim the discovery of the missing piece. There have also been questions regarding the use of beliefs from established spiritual traditions, which reinforce doubts about the parameters of a therapeutic model and whether it needs to become a totalitarian system to be considered valuable. They can excel in their own sphere and allow people to connect the dots with other sources that resonate with them personally or within their cultures. Justin suggests this recent shift in IFS makes sense, as the model already frames people as having multiple parts or souls. Since it isn't grounded in scientific methodology (the claim that people have “parts” is unfalsifiable), it can't be presented as a psychological philosophy and instead becomes a spiritual one. How Can We Get as Simple and Clear as Possible? Justin takes us through his process, which begins with the goal of self-regulation. “What do we know about how to do that?”“Pendulation is a big part of it.”“OK, how do I do that?”“You have to feel what’s happening inside you.”“OK, well, how do I do that?”“You’ve got to feel your defensive activation and your body’s safety activation.”“Awesome, Justin… how do I do that?” His approach is to build skills through small, incremental steps. This moves toward simplicity rather than complexity. When a model relies on jargon and insider knowledge, it creates layers of investment that make access desirable and profitable. You want to be “in the know”. And it opens new markets because, however much one learns, there is always more to know. A belief system can never be total enough. There is always a potential missing part to capitalise on. Useful But Not Necessary It's helpful to distinguish what personally resonates from what is necessary. A model becomes religious in structure when it presents itself as a universal solution. This contrasts with the healthier goal of someone in a helping role, which is to become ultimately irrelevant. That stands against market logic, which demands perpetual growth rather than reaching the edge of usefulness and giving people ways to jettison the solid rocket boosters. Iterative Steps To Avoid Triggering Overwhelm Justin talked about his interest in Wabi Sabi (a tricky-to-define concept from Japan that emphasises imperfection, impermanence, incompleteness, and rootedness in the present moment) and Kaizen (continuous improvement through small, incremental changes). These ideas shape his therapeutic philosophy, which helps clients identify tiny, manageable steps that gradually move them toward their goals. For example, someone wanting to go to bed earlier may envision 10pm as their ideal, but shifting from midnight in one go is unlikely. A ten-minute adjustment each week over twelve weeks is far more sustainable and far less stressful. This reflects his whole approach to self-regulation. It unfolds through iterative micro-steps. Listening For The Pull When we're seeking help, we sometimes try to adopt multiple modalities at once, which can leave us more desperate and dysregulated. I might hear Justin talk about stoicism, Wabi Sabi, and Kaizen and attempt to apply them all as solutions. But he is describing influences he has been gradually drawn toward over a long period and has integrated in his own way. Finding a unique creative path requires a patient, long-term perspective, but this only becomes possible when the nervous system feels safe. For Justin, safety is cultivated through daily small actions and gradual changes rather than a bold intervention. He encourages each of us to listen for what we feel pulled toward, but only from a place of regulation, little by little, not all at once. How do you know it’s a healthy pull? It has a clean quality, a movement toward something that feels exciting or right. It can be soft or intense. Behaviours that leave us feeling guilt, shame, or regret are not pulls in this sense. Over time, we can identify the difference by remembering how we typically feel afterwards. We can listen most clearly when we're regulated because the body gravitates toward what helps it regulate. There is an intuitive knowing that arises when we feel safe and connected. For example, the intentions and desires that surface ahead of the new year. We often feel a pull during holidays because we are calmer and moving at a slower pace. It's similar on vacation. But turning that pull into lasting change requires micro-steps rather than grand gestures. In this sense, January isn't the moment to transform everything, but the bridge toward the changes we want to make.

J'ai découvert cette expression japonaise cette semaine et elle a réchauffé mon cœur, donc en ce temps glacial je fais pas la radine et je vous la partage

Today on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about the missed deadline for a new Colorado River agreement between upper and lower basin states. We also give a quick recap of last week's Glen Canyon Dam symposium that took place at Star Hall. And we finish with a list of upcoming events happening in Grand County. - Show Notes - • Moab symposium reckons with the impacts of Glen Canyon Dam https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/moab-symposium-reckons-with-the-impacts-of-glen-canyon-dam/ • Colorado River talks stall as Utah, other states miss key deadline https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/colorado-river-talks-stall-as-utah-other-states-miss-key-deadline/ • WabiSabi prepares to feed 840 for Thanksgiving https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/wabisabi-prepares-to-feed-840-for-thanksgiving/

Efter ett drygt års paus drar Edward Blom och Mats Ryd nu igång sin smörgårdsbordspodd igen. Signaturmelodin, samtalsämnena och alkoholromantiken är intakta, så att alla lyssnare kan känna sig helt trygga – men ljudteknikern Anders Lundström är ny, och kanske har de tvenne poddpratarna några fler repor i lacken än tidigare. Eller "med lite mer wabisabi", som Mats uttrycker det.Under inmundigande av lite belgisk öl och en hel del champagne diskuterar de tu hösten som varit, exempelvis Edwards "55-årsfest, med en air av 50-årsfirande", vad han gjorde i Visby domkyrka nyligen och listeria-utbrottet på krogen Coco&Carmen i Stockholm.På uppdrag av en lyssnare listar de fem goda eller rentav mycket goda anledningar till att dricka alkohol, men de hinner inte riktigt komma fram till om hinkgroggen "Yngsjömordet" – apropå ännu en lyssnarfråga – skulle kunna vara en sjätte eller ej (troligen inte).Mats oroar sig för att Edward ska drabbas av "Barbara Streisand-effekten" och tillsammans lanserar de begreppet "åsten", vilket syftar på någon eller något som är "till åsyn i en rännsten" (exempelvis en kandidat för det av Bellman påhittade sällskapet Bacchi Orden).Välkomna att skicka lyssnarfrågor till: podden@edwardblom.se !

Ever find yourself thinking: “I should be further along by now”? Our society is so OBSESSED with finishing things… what if strength lives in what's still taking shape?I've been taking an adult learning programme on resilience at my old university, University College Cork,  and spending more time in my friend Juli's clay studio. There, I noticed: the clay pieces I tried to make perfect felt lifeless. The ones with flaws felt alive. This naturally led me back into the world of Wabi‑sabi — the Japanese aesthetic of imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness — and how it mirrors resilience. In this episode, I walk you through:The cultural myth of “completion” and why we still chase itHow wabi-sabi challenges that mythWhat resilience really is — and how it shows up in softness not hardnessA short practice you can use this week to lean into being unfinishedIf you felt even a flicker of recognition in this episode, share it with someone who might need a reminder that perfection isn't the point — being alive is. And if you're ready to lean into being imperfect and resilient, head to my site and check out my coaching options → jenniferwalter.me/coachingSend me a DM_____________________________________________________________________ Visit jenniferwalter.me – your cosy corner where recovering perfectionists, tired minds, and those done pretending to be fine find space to breathe, dream, and create real change.

In this gentle reflection from Find Your Daily Calm, Sel explores Wabi-Sabi — the Japanese way of seeing beauty in imperfection and grace in what's ordinary. It's a meditation on chipped cups, wrinkled hands, faded sunlight, and the quiet peace of letting life be just as it is.Each episode is recorded with real voice and mindful presence — no AI narration, no filters, just human breath and sincerity. Because calm should sound human.This episode is brought to you by Elyte Drops, a soft reminder that replenishment, like grace, begins within. Restore. Rehydrate. Return to flow.#FindYourDailyCalm #WabiSabi #Mindfulness #ImperfectGrace #Elyte #Stillness #SelfCompassion #DailyCalmSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/find-your-daily-calm/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tune in to hear:How was the Japanese art of ceramic repair, kintsugi, born out of Ashikaga Yoshimasa's happy accident with a piece of Chinese ceramics? What lessons can we take from the art of kintsugi, or more broadly Wabi-sabi, regarding resilience, rebirth and the acceptance of imperfection?What has scientific research uncovered about the value of learning from past mistakes?Why does nearly winning provide more motivation than winning or losing by a big margin?What do scientific studies have to say about the optimal rate of failure for personal growth? Why might this hold true for both LLMs and humans alike?LinksThe Soul of WealthOrion's Market Volatility PortalConnect with UsMeet Dr. Daniel CrosbyCheck Out All of Orion's PodcastsPower Your Growth with OrionCompliance Code:

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In der heutigen Folge spricht Jan-Paul mit Clement, einem Contributor beim Wasabi-Projekt. Wir haben uns für ein entspanntes Gespräch bei Sonnenschein auf einer Terrasse am Meer getroffen und über einen bunten Strauß von Themen gesprochen: die Transition von Wasabi von einem profit-orientierten Unternehmen zu einem Open Source-Projekt, das Coinjoin-Protokoll WabiSabi, warum Privatsphäre in Bitcoin so schwierig ist, wie Wasabi Nostr für Software-Updates verwendet, welche Bedeutung KI in Bitcoin haben könnte, Silent Payments in Wasabi, uvm…Hinweis: Das Gespräch findet anders als sonst gewohnt auf Englisch statt. Ein Transkript liegt der Folge wie immer bei.Von und mit: - Jan-Paul - ClementProduziert und geschnitten: ThorstenHier könnt ihr uns eine Spende über Lightning da lassen: ⚡️nodesignal@getalby.comNeben dem Podcast findet ihr uns auch auf YouTubeFür Feedback und weitergehenden Diskussionen kommt gerne in die Telegramgruppe von Nodesignal und bewertet uns bei Spotify und Apple Podcasts, das hilft uns sehr. Folgt uns auch gerne bei Nostr:npub1n0devk3h2l3rx6vmt24a3lz4hsxp7j8rn3x44jkx6daj7j8jzc0q2u02cy und Twitter.Blockzeit: 918456WasabiWalletWie funktionieren Coinjoin mit Wasabi-WalletWabiSabi Step-by-StepLiquiSabi (Öffentliche Coinjoin-Koordinatoren)Silent Payments (gute Erklärung von Bitbox)Timestamps:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:22) Einführung in Wasabi Wallet und Bitcoin Privacy(00:02:35) Die Entwicklung von ZeroLink zu WabiSabi(00:05:43) CoinJoin und seine Bedeutung für Bitcoin Privacy(00:16:43) Die Transition zu einem Open Source Projekt(00:31:25) Nostr-Protokoll und seine Rolle in Wasabi(00:35:03) Interaktion mit dem Wasabi-Dämon(00:39:05) API und Benutzeroberflächen(00:43:26) Integration von AI und Bitcoin(00:46:56) Bitcoin und AI: Eine Symbiose(00:53:06) Privatsphäre und Coinjoin in Bitcoin(00:59:05) Multiparty-Transaktionen und WabiSabi(01:06:38) Bitcoin und Adressgrenzen(01:09:45) Privatsphäre und Wasabi Wallet(01:15:47) WabiSabi und Transaktionskosten(01:17:24) Musteranalyse und Privatsphäre(01:19:14) Coinjoin und Wallet-Nutzung(01:23:10) Silent Payments und Wallet-Integration(01:27:40) Technische Herausforderungen bei Silent Payments(01:36:26) Verabschiedung und Outro

The music industry can be hard to navigate, and harder to stomach. Sometimes, the industry seems to magnify all of your biggest insecurities, and the Imposter Syndrome is real.BUT electro-pop artist Robbie Wabi Sabi says that we artists have to stick together, and that you have to be your own biggest fan. You also have to connect meaningfully with your audience.In this episode, Emmeline sits down with Robbie Wabi Sabi, a synthesizer-obsessed drum machine lover who's been writing and producing his own music since the 1980s. While Robbie's career in music has experienced multiple iterations and transformations, he feels like THIS era is his best one yet--in part because of the enthusiasm he has for his own music and for the music community in which he exists and creates. He shares his tips for building self-confidence, keeping oneself relevant, and maintaining joy while creating. He also talks about his latest single, "Beautiful and Nerdy," and tells Emmeline why every Robbie Wabi Sabi show is actually one big party.To learn more about Robbie Wabi Sabi, or to follow his musical journey, find him on Instagram, check him out on YouTube, or stream his music on Spotify. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

Welcome to the Wabi Sabi podcast. This is episode number 192. Today, you're going to hear something very few people in the world know about — insider knowledge, straight from the Prime Minister of Japan and Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. I was one of only six Japanese American journalists invited into this room in New York, where leaders, UN members, and cultural representatives gathered to discuss the future of Japan's food and heritage. What I'm going to share with you today is not just about rice, wagyu, or green tea — it's about identity, preservation, and the wisdom that Japan wants the world to understand. Think of this episode as your private briefing — early access to insights that matter for all of us.

Welcome to Wabi Sabi. Have we been kind to the Japanese? Do we deserve Japanese 7-Elevens in NY? How about asking a Japanese- American? In Today's episode is about reflection, learning, and appreciation. There is so much to learn from Japanese history — from the Edo period, to the U.S. Occupation, to the reawakening of Japanese hearts in the 20th century, and the complex but resilient relationship between Japan and the U.S. If you ask me, we shouldn't learn about Japan — we should learn from Japan. That means supporting Japanese voices, reading books by Japanese and Japanese American authors, and buying Japanese products, foods, beauty, and cultural traditions directly from their source. The research and care that goes into each episode can take me weeks, even months, to create. So if you enjoy listening, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share this podcast with two of your best friends. Now — what can we learn from the obliteration of matcha in the Western world? What can we learn from the history of Japanese Americans, wrongfully imprisoned in concentration camps during World War II, accused of crimes they did not commit? What can we learn from the resilience of a culture that endured deep suffering, only for us to now enjoy its traditions, artistry, and cuisine in all their beauty, novelty, and kawaii? We are able to appreciate Japanese culture today only because our ancestors paid a dear price. This is something we must honor, reflect on, and consider deeply in today's episode. Thanks for listening. —Candice Kumai

We wish we could take credit for the idea to have this weeks guest do episode #137 but it was hers. She thinks of EVERYTHING. We've been fans for a long time and we just love how this one came together. We know you'll love it too. Buckle up and strap in let's goooooooo.     Within the darkest shadows of Gotham you can find her on missions across the city for Bassrush, Sounds So Sweet, City Soul, EMW Presents, DNB BBQ, Konkrete Jungle, Sermon, Bp2, Costume Kult, WabiSabi, Stuck On Earth/SOUP, and the Big Drum & Bass Series. Representing Driven AM NYC, Driven215 Philadelphia and New York City, please welcome Agent 137.  Links and tracklist below. This set was recorded live at Silo Brooklyn 2/21/25 (EMW & Sugar Society presents) Please enjoy❤️ Back next week -Thomas www.Agent137.com www.instagram.com/Agent137 www.facebook.com/Agent137 https://linktr.ee/Agent137 Tracklist: 1 Diva Style   Gouki // Pure Filth 2 Promised Land    MC Conrad Feat Aquariid (DJ Marky & Makoto remix) // Con-Natural Music 3 From the Underground   Conrad Subs // Goat Shed  4 My Type ft T-Man  Emily Makis, Dux N Bass & Dread MC // Shogun Audio  5 Origins    Anais // Souped Up  6 Chasing This Feeling  Kambell // Liquicity  7 Heads Anthem   Waeys, Molecular // Critical Music  8 The One I Need   Pola & Bryson ft Kelli-Leigh // Shogun Audio  9 Never    Refracta // Allstars RAW 10 Invincible   Makoto ft Lauren Archer Liquicity  11 Packing Flames    Damageman (Conrad Subs) // Twist Recordings 12 Drugs Make Me Bad  Beat Assassins // Mofo Recordings  13 Bad Girls   New Disturbia // RecordJet  14 WTF    Furniss // Formation Records  15 Kamikaze    Paul T & Edward Oberon, MC GQ // V Recordings 16 Closer    The Force // Ruffneck Ting  17 Back 2 Dance   A.M.C. // Titan  18 Punching Holes    Delta Heavy // Delta Heavy 19 Untouchable Funk  Beat Assassins // Mofo Recordings  20 Brown Paper Bag   Roni Size/Reprezent ft Dynamite MC (Crissy Criss Plastic Bag mix)  // PIAS 21 Cosmic Funk    Document One // Shogun Audio  22 Danger Zone   Lens ft Emily Makis // Elevate (UK) 23 Time Tripping    DJ Hazard // Playaz  24 Hypersonix   Kleu // LoveThatBass  25 Supersonic    Friction (Basstripper Remix) // Elevate Records  26 Slave to Sound   Refracta, SONZO // Born On Road  27 Deeper Into The Jungle   DJ Hybrid (VIP Mix) // Deep In The Jungle Records 28 Program    Irah, Chase & Status // EMI  29 Rumble     Skrillex/Fred Again/Flowdan (Kleu_Flip ID) 30 Hackney Parrot   Fez / ID 31 Jungle Fever   Jungle Citizenz // Ghetto Dub Recordings 32 Jungle Woman    Ed Solo, Kaya Fyah, Izachar //SUPA SUBS  33 Mash Up    Upgrade (ORAM Remix)// Liondub International 34 Mash up the Dance   Watch the Ride, Nia Archives (Kings of the Rollers Remix) // Bad Music Limited 35 Dub Fire   Zapya // Serial Killaz 36 BadBoy     Jinx // Foundation Sounds  37 Dreadnaught    Icicle, SP:MC (Break Remix) // Shogun Audio  38 Ring The Alarm    Amplify, Blu Bomma // NUFORM  39 Technical Problems  Entropy Roller // Deep In The Jungle Records 40 Bad From Morning   Agro feat Flowdan/Jenks remix(UK) // Sub-liminal Recordings  41 Heavy Drop   L-Side & Acuna // V Recordings  42 Big Bass Slapper   Classifyed // Koba Audio  43 Warning    E.R.F // Formation Records  44 Bounce & Roll    Coppa, Exploid, NIINEX // Raw Audio  45 Abyss    Sub Zero, DRZ, Haribo // Crucast  46 Hyperloop   Conrad Subs // Grand Theft Audio Recordings    47 Slow & Steady   Ed:It// Truth Hertz  48 OPUS III    Unknown Artist // Fokuz Recordings

A reading of verses on 'The Spirit of Wabi-sabi: Beauty in Imperfection' by Sen No Rikyu.Sen no Rikyū (1522 -1591), was a Japanese tea master considered the most important influence on the chanoyu, the Japanese "Way of Tea", particularly the tradition of wabi-cha. Rikyū's life unfolded during a turbulent period in Japanese history—an age of warlords and shifting powers—but in the midst of that chaos, he cultivated a space of serenity. His teachings arose from Zen Buddhism and the profound silence of mindful observation. He once said, “In the small, seek the great.” This encapsulates the heart of his worldview: that in the smallest actions—the placing of a cup, the bow before pouring water, the sweeping of a path—there lies an opportunity for awakening.Central to Rikyū's vision of life is the concept of wabi-sabi—the beauty of imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness. He brought this aesthetic into the tea ceremony by simplifying and refining it until only the essential remained. He preferred rustic, handmade tea bowls with irregular shapes and muted colors over ornate Chinese porcelain. These objects, flawed yet harmonious, reminded participants of their own impermanence and the natural rhythm of life.Music: Swami Madhuram - 'Calm'With deep thanks to Swami for permission to use his beautiful music for this channelPlease find his music here: https://insighttimer.com/swamimadhuram

Mes découvertes à la session de septembre 2025 de Maison & Objet :Aishiteru avec Camille Jacob, sa fondatriceAishiteru explore depuis 2022, les senteurs du Japon au travers de la collection Biyo et de la collection Wabi-Sabi. Son parfumeur est Jean-Charles Sommerard (aussi fondateur de sa propre marque Maie Piou)Son actualité : une box Wabi-Sabi de 4 mini bougies qui retracent la temporalité de toute une journée. Chaque bougie est une invitation à savourer la lumière et les saveurs qui rythment une journéeSoutenir Tatousenti :· Faire un don pour soutenir et encourager Tatousenti à continuer, cliquez ici· Site : www.tatousenti.com· Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/bettinaaykroyd/Production : Bettina Aykroyd Si cet épisode vous a plu, n'hésitez pas à laisser plein d'étoiles et un commentaire sur la plateforme Apple Podcasts et surtout à vous abonner grâce à votre application de podcasts préférée ! Cela m'aide énormément à faire découvrir Tatousenti à de nouveaux auditeurs et de nouvelles auditrices.Plan de l'épisode 0,06 : Intro générale1,27 : pourquoi faire un don à Tatousenti2,26 : actualités de mon invité, de Bénédicte de Chambure fondatrice de Tokcham avec Eric de Tocqueville5,14 : début de l'épisodeTatousenti, le podcast qui agite le parfum Tatousenti podcast explore le monde du parfum dans tous ses sens. Le sens de l'innovation, de la créativité et de l'audace. Chaque semaine, Bettina donne la parole à celles et ceux qui créent et imaginent le parfum de demain. On y parle parfum, saveurs, ingrédient, odeur, émotion, développement durable avec les parfumeurs et des chefs d'entreprise, des chocolatiers, des chefs cuisiniers à titre d'exemple.Bettina Aykroyd, franco-britannique et expert odeur, parfum et saveurs. Mon motto : pour bien sentir, il faut se sentir bien.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Twisting and turning, like a live animal dancing through the air, Helium (Live Extract) gives a sense of movement and looseness that only a live performance can give. The flexing of voices and the undulating elements drifting and snapping back into form keep the ears attention locked in. Initially the track starts off fairly simple with a few textures and drum patterns, drawing listeners in, before adding in a spiraling melody and marching kick drums that ratchet the energy up. As the track progresses, various melodic synths are sprinkled throughout that add a sense of unpredictability. Forthcoming on the Dutch imprint, Wabi Sabi Audio, Elisa Batti & Jorge Fons have come together for the next release, titled Yugen (幽玄). Focusing on creating a variety of rhythms, the two artists have finished off a 5 track release, that ranges from Ambient, to disjointed club time stompers. Expect to see the Yugen released on August 22nd, via Bandcamp. @elisa-batti www.instagram.com/elisa_batti_/ @jorgefons www.instagram.com/jorgefons_music/ @wabisabi_ai www.instagram.com/wabisabi__ai Write up by @huedj Follow us on social media: @itsdelayed linktr.ee/delayed www.delayed.nyc www.facebook.com/itsdelayed www.instagram.com/_____delayed www.youtube.com/@_____delayed Contact us: info@delayed.nyc

In this episode of Wabi Sabi, I share the historical truth about matcha — from Eisai, the monk who first introduced powdered tea to Japan, to Sen no Rikyū, who refined the way of tea during the Tokugawa era. We trace matcha's roots through centuries of Japanese history, examining its role as a cultural and spiritual practice as well as a daily ritual. I also address the current shortage of ceremonial-grade matcha, why demand is outpacing supply, and what we can do about it. Finally, I call for better journalism around matcha — reporting that goes beyond trend-driven coverage to honor its sacred origins and the Japanese farmers and artisans who continue to protect and preserve this tradition. — Candice Kumai

In this episode of Wabi Sabi, I open up about how we can stay grounded and strong while the world feels chaotic. Everywhere we turn right now—news, politics, social feeds—it feels heavy. But instead of waiting for the world to get better, I've learned we have to work on our inner world first. I take you through the lessons of kintsugi, the Japanese art of golden repair, and how those same principles can help us rebuild from the inside out. I share why I stopped waiting for someone to “save me,” how I started to see my own worth, and why self‑compassion is one of the most powerful tools we have. You'll hear real strategies for catching negative self‑talk in the moment, shifting it toward forgiveness and love, and refocusing your energy on what you can control. If you've been feeling overwhelmed or stuck, this episode is a reminder that the cracks in your life aren't flaws—they're where your gold goes.

In earlier episodes we called these our blooper reels. They have grown into a place where we revisit friends and subjects we covered in the last 6 months. This summer is a blockbuster, as they say. So many excuses to look at episodes you might have missed. For example we talk about our episode on Wabi Sabi.  We did 2 episodes on it. Here's the latest one:https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/16898149And how about our reference to our aging and training episodes from 2022. Here is the second one:https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/11594095And there was the episode we did on a saying about attention:https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/16639057And I'll closeout with our favorite subject - Chi:https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/5159104Thank you for being part of our adventure. Don't forget to click the link and support us if you can:Support the showThanks so much for listening and sharing the podcast with friends. Reach us all over the web. Facebook and twitter are simply wildcatdojo. However, insta is wildcatdojo conversations. (There's a story there.)On YouTube (where we are now airing some of our older episodes - complete with a slideshow that I tweak constantly) https://www.youtube.com/@wildcatdojo9869/podcastsAnd for our webpage, where you can also find all the episodes and see some info about the dojo: http://wildcatdojo.com/025-6/podcast.html . And of course, we love it when you support our sponsor Honor Athletics. Here is their link:https://honor-athletics.com/Thank you for listening.

In this week's inspiring episode of Inspiration Nation, Lee Kemp, Ryan Boniface, and Jose Noya dive into the powerful concept that “Nothing lasts, nothing is finished, and nothing is perfect”—a reflection drawn from the Japanese philosophy of Wabi Sabi. The trio explores how embracing impermanence can reduce stress, motivate growth, and help us stay grounded in the present. Lee shares his uplifting experience witnessing the regeneration of an old industrial area, reminding us that even what seems lost can be reborn. Meanwhile, Ryan and Jose reflect on the cycle of change in both nature and our personal lives, offering comforting insights for anyone navigating uncertainty.Whether they're discussing the symbolism of a Wabi Sabi bowl or the deeper meaning behind our attachments to people, places, and projects, the team highlights how accepting transience can bring peace and resilience. Keywords like impermanence, personal growth, regeneration, Wabi Sabi, and living in the present make this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking perspective on life's constant flux. 

Diego Salazar & Luke Szramowski are working to build Cypher Space: a privacy & sovereignty company. In this episode, they compare + rate the privacy of Bitcoin, Monero, Zcash, Firo, Mimble Wimble (Litecoin, Grin), Zano & Beam. Time stamps: (00:00:59) Introducing Diego Salazar & Luke Szramowski (00:02:04) Tribalism and Privacy Protocols in Crypto (00:03:55) Why Privacy Matters & Personal Motivations (00:04:58) Diego's Background and Cypher Stack (00:06:58) Luke's Background and Mathematical Perspective (00:08:40) CoinJoin and the Limits of Bitcoin Privacy (00:09:10) Threat Models and Privacy Tool Selection (00:12:22) CoinJoin's Effectiveness and Metadata Attacks (00:14:18) Comparing CoinJoin to Tor/VPN Usage (00:17:26) Overconfidence and Under-Researched Privacy Claims (00:19:52) Levels of Privacy and User Education (00:24:31) Defining Adversaries in Privacy Research (00:26:10) CoinJoin's Real-World Threats and Research Gaps (00:27:17) Social Media, Nuance, and Privacy Debates (00:29:11) CoinJoin as “Add-On” Privacy and Side-Channel Attacks (00:31:46) Underestimating Adversaries and Attack Tools (00:38:37) Sponsor Plugs and Criteria for Privacy Evaluation (00:42:47) Scoring CoinJoin on Privacy Criteria (00:51:09) WabiSabi and Wasabi Wallet Improvements (00:59:29) Other Bitcoin Privacy Tools: BIP47 & Silent Payments (01:06:19) Human Error and Privacy Tool Usability (01:08:51) The Limits of Privacy Ratings and the Need for Nuance (01:12:19) Tribalism, Community Research, and Productive Debate (01:15:33) Non-Interactive Proofs and Security Assumptions (01:16:27) Bitcoin Maximalism and the Limits of Debate (01:17:34) Academic Rigor and the Need for More Research (01:20:01) Bitcoin's Privacy Risks if Mainstream Adoption Happens (01:21:44) The State of Bitcoin Privacy Research and Funding (01:34:03) Bitcoin's Missed Privacy Opportunities (01:37:14) Monero's History and Privacy Technologies (01:41:03) Monero's Anonymity Set and Privacy Trade-Offs (01:46:52) Monero's Current Weaknesses and Upcoming FCMP (01:55:24) Monero's Privacy Scores and Scalability (02:27:50) Zcash: History, Community, and Technology (03:00:29) Zcash's Privacy Model and Accumulator Approach (03:05:56) Zero-Knowledge Proofs Explained (03:20:08) Zcash's Privacy Scores and Tachyon Scalability (03:35:12) Firo (formerly Zcoin) and Spark Protocol (03:44:45) Firo's Privacy Scores and Future Upgrades (03:52:06) Litecoin MWEB and Mimblewimble (04:01:32) MWEB Privacy Scores and Limitations (04:07:03) Other Privacy Projects: Zano, Beam, Salvium (04:10:02) Toxicity, Community, and the Human Element (04:17:00) Philosophy of Privacy and Human Nature (04:24:28) Fungibility, Bitcoin, and Social Realities (04:44:15) Summary and Chart of Privacy Scores (04:57:52) Resources for Privacy Research and Final Thoughts

"Asking a man with no arms to hold you, that's what it's like to expect love from someone who doesn't know how." What if the greatest block to love… isn't your past, but the story you've been told about what love is supposed to be? In this raw and revelatory episode of Soul Talk, I sit down with Arielle Ford—bestselling author and spiritual teacher—for a soul-stirring conversation about what it really means to love and be loved. Together, we peel back the illusions that keep so many of us stuck in cycles of pain, confusion, or longing. From the myth that love should always feel magical, to the hard truths about emotional safety, forgiveness, and self-worth, Arielle shares relationship wisdom that cuts straight to the soul. We also explore her re-released romantic spiritual thriller The Love Thief—and how fiction can sometimes reveal truth in ways real life can't. This episode is a deep invitation to let go of the fantasies, release the old stories, and step into the kind of sacred partnership that's built on truth, not just chemistry. If you've ever felt disappointed in love, struggled to let go of betrayal, or wondered if your soulmate will ever arrive… this conversation will crack your heart open in the best possible way. Tune in and discover the love your soul has been waiting for. Timestamps:  (00:03:42) - The biggest myth about love: “Love is not a feeling.” (00:05:07) - What to look for in a partner. (00:08:30) - The spiritual purpose of relationships and why it's not intuitive. (00:13:09) - The “Aging U Curve” and what to expect at different life stages. (00:14:05) - Wabi-Sabi love and the toothpaste metaphor. (00:22:44) - How to heal from heartbreak and betrayal. (00:27:50) - The “Love Detox” method to get over toxic partners. (00:30:56) - Why healthy love might feel boring (and why that's okay). (00:34:16) - Can infidelity be healed? When to stay or walk away. (00:36:36) - Arielle's 3-minute emotional healing mirror practice. (00:42:21) - Rituals and touchpoints that keep love alive in long-term partnership. Some Questions I Ask: What are the biggest myths we believe about love? How can someone heal from heartbreak? Can love exist without strong feelings or attraction? How do you know if someone is your soulmate? Is it ever possible to heal after betrayal or infidelity? How can we keep the spark alive in long-term relationships? What's the line between attraction and emotional safety? In This Episode, You Will Learn:  Why real love is the gateway to lasting fulfillment, not fleeting feelings The surprising truth about emotional safety and how it fuels abundant relationships How to stop chasing chemistry and start choosing soul-aligned partnerships What Wabi-Sabi love teaches us about imperfect beauty and true connection A powerful self-forgiveness practice to reclaim your power and open to prosperity in love How to detox from heartbreak and raise your vibration for divine romance Simple rituals to reignite intimacy and create a foundation for lifelong joy.   LINKS ARIELLE FORD'S URL:  https://www.arielleford.com PRE-ORDER ARIELLE FORD'S NEW BOOK:  https://www.arielleford.com/the-love-thief/ ARIELLE FORD'S PREVIOUS SOUL TALK EPISODE:  https://kuteblackson.com/special-exclusive-interview-with-best-selling-author-arielle-ford/   Get in Touch: Email me at kuteblackson@kuteblackson.com Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com Free masterclass: Learn the Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible  Barriers to Attracting the Life of Abundance You Desire. REGISTER NOW:  https://www.manifestationmasterclassonline.com            

In today's deeply polarizing society, we've become too comfortable with whitewashing—rewriting culture, truth, and identity to fit a more convenient narrative. We're constantly told by con artists, influencers, and marketers that certain things are "normal," when in reality, they're anything but. In this episode of the Wabi Sabi podcast, I felt it was necessary to draw a firm line—to call out where we've compromised and where we've allowed culture to be diluted. I use Matcha as one clear example. If I don't uphold the values of my own heritage—publicly and with conviction—I wouldn't be doing my job as a journalist. This episode is about reclaiming your roots. It's about learning from where you came from, understanding why that matters, and how honoring those truths can actually improve your life. These are free tools and reminders that anyone can use—anytime. And if you're feeling stuck, that's okay. You're not behind. You already hold the keys to unlock your next chapter. Let's get into it.

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Sarah Wreath is building something solid. After turning heads with her contribution to Sandwell District's End Beginnings, she steps forward with 光と影 (Hikari to Kage), a new EP on a promising Dutch label Wabi Sabi Audio Imprint. It's a compact, carefully crafted release featuring two originals accompanied by remixes from Pianeti Sintetici, HI-C, and label founder Jorge Fons. If you're into vinyl and care about detail, this one is for the shelf. The title track opens with restraint: low-end pressure, drawn-out pads, and a pulse that feels lived-in. Over time, acid stabs and spacey synths slip in, not to explode, but to shift the atmosphere. There's a suggestion of movement in the title, but the track doesn't chase light or fall into darkness. It stays in the grey, in the tension. It's subtle, textural, and confident in its stillness.  光と影 (Hikari to Kage) releases June 6 via Wabi Sabi's Bandcamp. https://soundcloud.com/sarahwreath https://soundcloud.com/wabisabi_ai https://www.instagram.com/sarahhwreath/ https://www.instagram.com/wabisabi__ai Follow us on social media: https://soundcloud.com/itsdelayed https://linktr.ee/delayed https://www.delayed.nyc https://www.facebook.com/itsdelayed https://www.instagram.com/_____delayed https://www.youtube.com/@_____delayed Contact us: info@delayed.nyc

The 2025 Osaka Expo is being held in that city from April 13 to October 13 of the same year. Although construction of the facilities, including the now world's largest wooden structure termed the “Grand Ring,” began in late 2021, planning for the event dates back to 2017 and 2018, when the city bid was submitted and later when it was approved. What's really incredible is the site was built on Yumeshima, an artificial island in Osaka Bay. Like many world expos there is an emphasis on new technologies as well as cultural understanding. This particular expo features AI, “sustainable” technology, and new forms of cashless payment systems, things that would have been fantasy to people in 1890s. However, the electric lights, ferris wheel, and technology of the Chicago World's Fair in 1893, although fantastic to the 27 million people who attended, are nothing but background noise in the 21st-century. The same will be said of technology at the Osaka Expo in one hundred years. The Chicago version was larger by almost double the size of square miles - 0.6 vs 1.07. But the size of the Osaka fair is limited not only because of its location, but due to the fact that it was designed by Japanese architects and is intended to emphasize sustainability and smaller more simpler designs - things that are very Japanese to begin with. Yet there are few things about the expo that are different from the 1893 Chicago World Fair.In context, the Osaka Expo might help one to understand the Chicago version, or the various other similar fairs held around the world in that time period. Despite conspiracy theorists saying that the Chicago expo was built in 2 years and then destroyed, the facts are contrary to this. Preparation and some limited construction began within the decade previous, even before the bid was approved in 1890 and the fair opened in 1893. The surface level construction took between two and three years, about the same timeframe Osakas's fair was built, and the modern Museum of Science is a remnant of one of those Chicago buildings. Even if all buildings were destroyed or repurposed there is still an assumption about the reasoning for such a thing to happen. Consider the immense amount of money and time spent on the bid and construction of an Olympic coliseum for a two week event in a major city. Then there is the eastern philosophy of Wabi Sabi, which talks about the beauty of impermanence or certain perceived flaws. In Japan this is part of the reason that the Ise Jingu Grand Shrine of the Sun Goddess, with its beautiful wooden designs, is torn down every 20 years and rebuilt.  The idea that the Chicago World's Fair was part of some lost empire is based on assumptions about technology and history and time periods, uncontrolled speculation, and a basic lack of historical and modern context, not to mention click-bait, clout-chasing, and cash-grabbing fantasy. *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.-FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKMAIN WEBSITECashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Welcome back to the Wabi Sabi podcast. Today, we honor the life and legacy of Pope Francis — a true bridge builder, a humble servant, and a radiant light in a time when the world often feels broken. In the spirit of kintsugi — the Japanese art of repairing what is broken with gold — we'll reflect on how hope, healing, and compassion still shine through our fractures. Pope Francis taught us that even in our most fragile moments, there is beauty, unity, and the chance to begin again. Let's take this time together to remember his example, and to rediscover the light that still lives within all of us.

Ever feel like you're always doing but not really getting anywhere? In this episode, I share 8 powerful concepts from Japanese culture that offer timeless wisdom for modern challenges. These words aren't just philosophy—they're practical tools to help you live with more intention, patience, and peace.

Hi, Kon'nichiwa, coucou!Drei Wochen Japan – 8 Städte, 8 Konzerte (mit KIDS N CATS), ein wilder Mix aus Höhenflügen, Krisen und lauter Kultur.Zwischen Wim Wenders' "Perfect Days" und dem Geheimnis von WABI-SABI entführe ich dich also heute nach Japan.Stadtgeräusche, spontane Klänge und ein Interview mit Milena Michiko Flasar versetzen dich in die poetische Welt Japans.Wie gefällt dir Jeannes Varieté? Warst du schon mal in Japan?Schreib mir per E-Mail an jeanne@ohwow.eu oder auf Instagram an @jeanne_drach! Abonniere den Jeannes Varieté Newsletter: ohwow.eu/newsletter.Links zur FolgeMilena Michiko Flasar WebsiteWabi Sabi The Wisdom in Imperfection - Nobuo Suzuki, Héctor GarcíaWabi Sabi – was ist das?Kult-Toilette - Stern.deThe Cult of the Toto Toilet - The NY TimesPerfect Days kannst du derzeit hier streamen:Mubi Prime Video Apple TV In dieser Folge haben mitgewirkt: Jeanne Drach, Anna Muhr, Ariel Verderber; Trompete: Almut Schäfer-Kubelka. Foto: Christian Zagler. Grafik: Catharina Ballan. Strategische Beratung: Milo Tesselaar.Dieser Podcast wird präsentiert von OH WOW. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's be real—life falls apart sometimes. But here's the good news: in Japan, we don't toss the broken stuff—we gold it. This week on Wabi Sabi, I'm diving into the art of kintsugi and how those so-called “cracks” in your life can actually lead you to your ikigai—your purpose, your why, your get-out-of-bed-and-make-matcha energy. We'll talk breakups, burnout, identity shifts, and how feeling “off” can actually be the beginning of something beautiful. It's not about having it all together—it's about loving your flaws, laughing at the mess, and finding your path anyway. This is your permission slip to be a little broken, a little fabulous, and a lot more you.

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Hey friend, I know I've been a bit MIA from the pod these past few weeks, and I truly appreciate your patience. Life has its seasons, and sometimes we walk through chapters that aren't ready to be shared—yet. What I can say is this: we're all on our own unique path, and you never really know what someone else is going through. That's why it's more important than ever to lead with compassion. Everyone—everyone—is doing their best with what they have. When we start from that belief, we shift the way we see the world. We soften. We open. We allow more grace in. Today we will also be doing just a round up of recent events and little notes that you've all sent my way... Today's episode is a gentle reminder to pause. To take care of yourself. To give back to your community, even in small, quiet ways. To rest. To breathe. To do the little things that bring you peace. As one of my favorite monks once told me in Japan: "Bochi bochi ganbatte." Step by step, do your best. We'll also explore some perspectives from the Kintsugi documentary—how we mend, how we shift, and how we prepare for change in this ever-evolving world. And always remember: Wabi Sabi is about embracing the beauty in imperfection. Life isn't meant to be polished. It's meant to be real. So don't stress too much. You're doing better than you think. Let's begin.

Welcome to a second look at Wabi Sabi: a Japanese philosophy that I'm going to define too simply as a celebration of  imperfection. In this episode we look at 3 different books about the subject. Our first look at this, a favorite subject, was back in 2020. My favorite memory of that recording was our guests, Sensei Tracey and Sensei Sam. Interested? Here's a link:https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/2735464You cannot discuss Wabi Sabi without bringing up Haiku. What a beautiful form of poetry. Here's our look at Haiku:https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/15178474Thank you for spending time with us each week. If you have a minute and a buck or two, you can support us here: Support the showThanks so much for listening and sharing the podcast with friends. Reach us all over the web. Facebook and twitter are simply wildcatdojo. However, insta is wildcatdojo conversations. (There's a story there.)On YouTube (where we are now airing some of our older episodes - complete with a slideshow that I tweak constantly) https://www.youtube.com/@wildcatdojo9869/podcastsAnd for our webpage, where you can also find all the episodes and see some info about the dojo: http://wildcatdojo.com/025-6/podcast.html . And of course, we love it when you support our sponsor Honor Athletics. Here is their link:https://honor-athletics.com/Thank you for listening.

For as long as he can remember, Leonard Koren has been searching for beauty and pleasure. Throughout his career, the author and artist—he prefers the term “creator”—has spent considerable time putting to paper expressions and conceptual views that architects, artists, designers, and others have long struggled to find the proper framing of or words for. In 1976, when he launched the counterculture publication WET: The Magazine of Gourmet Bathing, he ushered in the idea of “gourmet bathing,” which has maintained a potent cultural niche in the nearly 50 years since. With Wabi-Sabi for Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosophers, published in 1994, Koren introduced the Japanese expression for “beautiful, imperfect, and impermanent” to the West, where it quickly took on a life of its own. Perhaps one of Koren's greatest talents is his rare ability to translate philosophical meditations on seemingly esoteric subjects into accessible, approachable texts about ways of being, seeing, thinking, making, and feeling. On the episode, Koren details his best—and worst—baths, and explains why he views his life as one long aesthetic experience.Special thanks to our Season 11 presenting sponsor, L'École, School of Jewelry Arts.Show notes:Leonard Koren[4:01] “Undesigning the Bath”[7:30] Century Tower[7:30] 7132 Hotel (Therme Vals)[9:26] “WET: The Magazine of Gourmet Bathing”[9:26] Max Palevsky[9:26] Craig Elwood[13:32] “From ‘WET' to ‘Wabi-Sabi': Leonard Koren's Adventurous Aesthetic Journey”[13:32] Mick Jagger[13:32] Richard Gere[13:32] Debbie Harry[17:09] Charlie Haas[18:25] “The Slow Lane”[18:25] Pilar Viladas[21:49] “How to Take a Japanese Bath”[21:49] “Wabi-Sabi for Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosophers”[21:49] “Wabi-Sabi: Further Thoughts”[28:23] Okakura Kakuzō's “The Book of Tea”[31:38] Glenn Adamson[31:38] Sen no Rikyū[39:29] “Noise Reduction: A 10-Minute Meditation for Quieting the Mind”[42:32] “The Haggler's Handbook”[44:22] “283 Useful Ideas from Japan”[46:56] “The Flower Shop”[46:56] Blumenkraft[46:56] “On Creating Things Aesthetic”[46:56] “Which “Aesthetics” Do You Mean?”

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Today on the News Reel, we speak with Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about some of the noteworthy bills that were passed during this year's general session, which ended last week. We also tell listeners about WabiSabi's new location. Plus, we hear from Kenny Fallon, editor of the Green River Observer. We discuss a report from the Green River Fire Department that highlights quick response times from this past year. Plus, we talk about a story from High Country News about a new coal mine in Emery County that's struggling to find employees. - Show Notes - • How the Legislature will change Utahns' lives this year https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/its-ugly-but-it-works-how-the-legislature-will-change-utahns-lives-this-year/ • WabiSabi finds a new home https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/wabisabi-finds-a-new-home/ • The Green River Observer https://thegreenriverobserver.substack.com/ • High Country News: Utah's coal mines can't find enough workers https://www.hcn.org/issues/57-3/utahs-coal-mines-cant-find-enough-workers/

Welcome to this episode of the Wabi Sabi podcast! Today, we dive deep into the powerful and inspiring reviews you've shared with us about what you took away from the Kintsugi documentary. Your feedback has been nothing short of amazing, and I can't wait to reflect on it with you. Have you ever felt like giving up on your dreams? I know I have. In today's episode, I'll be sharing some personal insights on how I've shifted my perspective, shaped my future, and kept pushing forward—even when there was no immediate reward and when others doubted me. These are not easy stories to share, especially when faced with negative comments or criticism—because yes, it happens. But through it all, I've learned one crucial thing: the moment an artist stops pursuing their dream is the moment that dream dies. I'm here to remind you to keep going, no matter what. Thank you for listening and if you love the show, don't forget to leave us a five-star review to help keep this free, public service podcast alive. xx Candice

Drew and Rory sound like they know what they're doing as they dissect the messy art of mood boards, style references, and Midjourney's ever-changing quirks, but can they be trusted?They debate whether organization is a blessing or a curse, try to make sense of image ranking, and wonder if Midjourney's interface was designed by someone who actively dislikes users. Along the way, they rediscover old tokens/techniques (like wabi-sabi) that were apparently genius all along—if only they had remembered them sooner. They break down the fine line between coherence and chaos in image generation, test the limits of personalization, and realize that sometimes the best creative breakthroughs come from happy accidents.They wrap things up by reminiscing about the good old days of Midjourney V4—because nostalgia makes everything seem better. It's part creative therapy, part AI troubleshooting, and entirely a reminder that no one really has this figured out.Ep.33 Midjourney After Dark—Organized Chaos & Wabi-Sabi

Send us a textIn this week's episode Lance and Jacklyn discuss the ancient art of Japanese imperfection.  Lance gives his two cents on the upcoming Super Bowl and Jacklyn shares stories from her jaunt to Safety Harbor.

In this Wabi Sabi episode, I dive into the three traits that make people truly magnetic—not in a superficial way, but on a deeper, more meaningful level. Listen to hear more - thank you for listening xx ck

Welcome to another episode of Wabi Sabi where we explore the beauty of imperfection and the power of resilience. What can you do to truly influence? What are you doing in times of inevitable natural disaster? How can you better help others? I'm here to share my insights on how we can not only bounce back from life's challenges but inspire others to do the same. Tune in as we talk about finding strength, staying authentic, and making a real impact. Thank you for listening & please write a five star review for this pod + share with a friend xx Candice 

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