The goal of the Conversations Matter Podcast is to snap you out of the daily grind, connect you with
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02/10/2020
✨You asked and we listened! ✨In this special episode, Hans holds space for a conversation with Molly Birkholm, who gives deep insight into her life and career. Molly shares the story of her near death experience and healing journey, and the tools she discovered along the way that prove it’s possible to experience peace even when life seems to be falling apart. Molly and Hans discuss the ever-evolving nature of the human experience, and Molly gives tips on unlocking creative potential, finding your voice, and challenging the edge of compassion. Click the link below to listen! https://anchor.fm/conversationsmatter/episodes/Molly-Birkholm-From-Finding-Peace-Amidst-Pain-to-Living-Love-ekflb0
29/07/2020
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23/07/2020
Conversations Matter has over 2,000 listens! 🤩 Can you share and help us reach even more listeners? Season 1 is out now in entirety and ready for binging 😉 We are so for your support! Find links to our latest episodes at campsite.bio/conversationsmatter
22/07/2020
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10/07/2020
In Episode 13, and Hans interview Nikki McKean -- a photographer, restaurant owner, wife, and mother of two young girls who has lived through two cancer diagnoses in two years. In this episode, Nikki describes how she came alive through an experience that may have otherwise left her feeling broken. She shares her journey through recovery, which culminated in her "Let’s Radiate Project" -- the creative endeavor born out of her second cancer diagnosis. This episode dives deep into healing trauma, the art of deep listening, reframing suffering, and practicing how to be comfortable being uncomfortable. Click the link below to listen! https://anchor.fm/conversationsmatter/episodes/Nikki-McKean-From-Surviving-Cancer-Twice-to-Reframing-Suffering-egingt
03/07/2020
In Episode 12, Hans and Molly Birkholm interview Hector Marcel -- a true mix of east and west. Hector describes coming from a poor family in Argentina and turning into a successful businessman in Australia -- by age 25. Not only that, Hector is also a scholar of Tibetan Buddhism and has a gift for speaking to western business through the lens of eastern philosophy (which has turned into his career). In this episode, you'll learn how to collectively gain and build trust in an organization, strategies for reframing hardship, the value in helping your competitor be successful, and how to turn danger into opportunity.
The way Hector blends harmonized living with success in business is amazing. Listen today to learn more from this amazing teacher!
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26/06/2020
In Episode 11, Hans and Molly Birkholm interview Mike Drescher -- a media entrepreneur turned women's undergarment designer who shares the twists and turns that shaped his life and unconventional career path. An eccentric speaker with a true zest for life, Mike showcases how serendipitous life events combined with tenacity and grit got him where he is today. This episode gives a little bit of everything, from the ethics of cosmetics and curing childhood ailments to live theater projects and our inherent interconnectedness.
Mike lives life so full of joy and intention that it's hard to not feel inspired to do the same after listening to this episode!
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19/06/2020
In Episode 10, Hans and Molly Birkholm interview Suketu Mehta -- a famed author and journalist specializing in works on the subject of immigration. In this episode, he discusses his career trajectory and his work, including his awarded book Maximum City: Bombay Lost and Found. He then dives into his vast knowledge on immigration, exploring historical examples of problems caused by artificial borders, and describing current events that are likely to cause problematic mass migration in the future. This leads into a conversation about the concept of "othering" -- what it is, why we do it, and how we can stop it.
Suketu's messages are what many of us need to hear right now. Give it a listen and share it with your friends!
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12/06/2020
In Episode 9, Molly Birkholm and Hans interview Alison Thompson -- a humanitarian volunteer and founder of Third Wave Volunteers which has over 30,000 volunteers and followers globally. In this episode, Alison walks us through many of her humanitarian undertakings and the process of mobilizing an entire rescue team. She also speaks to the role corporations play in giving back, and how to ensure we're not causing even bigger problems for people during a crisis. Alison describes her work as "love in action," and shares what this work has taught her about what all humans from across the globe have in common.
Being in the midst of so many challenges and crises happening in the world today, this episode is incredibly relevant and inspiring!
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Don't forget to visit thirdwavevolunteers.com and make a donation to help them fund more N95 masks.
05/06/2020
In Episode 8, Molly Birkholm and Hans interview Alan T. Brown -- who in addition to his career in public relations is involved with the Alan T Brown Foundation and the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. Alan has been physically paralyzed since 1988; among many interesting topics, he shares the similarities he has noticed between the COVID-19 Pandemic and life with physical paralysis. He shares tools that have helped him mobilize his body and mind in spite of his paralysis. Listen to learn more about how to stay connected during the pandemic, how to repurpose negative energy, and how to find meaning in hardship.
This episode applies to so many of the circumstances we're facing as a global community, we hope you take the time to absorb Alan's message!
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22/05/2020
In Episode 7, Hans and Molly Birkholm speak with Ruchira Gupta -- one of the world's leading voices and campaigners in the movement to end global sex-trafficking. A journalist by trade, Ruchira explains her passion for story-telling, and demonstrates her gift as a story-teller by sharing truly captivating (yet harrowing) stories from her time spent documenting life in brothels and villages where humans are bought and sold as commodities. Ruchira won an Emmy for her documentary, The Selling of Innocents, which shined a light on modern slavery. Her continuing work has been instrumental in passing legislation and creating support on a global scale for survivors of human trafficking. Learn from Ruchira's profound insight into the truths of modern slavery--where it comes from, what keeps it going, and what we can do to stop it. Apne Aap Women Worldwide
This is an incredibly important episode, one that addresses a sensitive topic and is delivered with care and humanity.
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21/05/2020
Conversations Matter has reached 1,000 listens! 🤩 Can you share and help us reach even more listeners? We are so grateful for your support! Find links to our latest episodes at campsite.bio/conversationsmatter
20/05/2020
You’re going to love this. In Episode 6, Hans and Molly Birkholm talk with Swami Kashi -- a dear friend and monk living in the Himalayas who started his life in a communal settlement (kibbutz) in Israel. Swami Kashi shares his story of how he went from living in a Kibbutz to joining the Israeli military, and how finding the yogic philosophy completely changed the trajectory of his life. In this episode, Swami Kashi shares the sweet and simple Vedantic truths about authentic love, fear, connection, and gratitude. He also provides insight on how meditation works, and offers explanation that helps to demystify the concept of non-attachment.
This is such a meaningful episode for all of us!
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20/05/2020
On Episode 5, Molly Birkholm and Hans talk with Tony Cho -- founder of Metro 1 who shares how basic principles he learned growing up in an ashram turned into his career developing cities of the future. Molly and Hans share their thoughts from exploring some of Tony's vibrant districts in Southern Florida. Tony shares tips for successfully integrating people and places together, preserving culture while also having financial success, and using technology to our advantage.
This is a really fun and inspiring episode, so be sure to tune in!
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20/05/2020
On Episode 4, Molly Birkholm and Hans talk with Megan Poe -- a psychiatrist, psychoanalyist, and the creator of the acclaimed course on love at New York University, Love Actually. Dr. Poe discusses her course and gives a taste of what students in the class experience. She also speaks to the science of neuroplasticity, resetting the nervous system, and the problem with using technology without any "attention training."
We LOVE love and this episode is infused with it!
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20/05/2020
On Episode 3, Molly Birkholm and Hans talk with David Bornstein -- an author on social entrepreneurship, a co-author of the Fixes Column in the New York Times, and cofounder of the Solutions Journalism Network.
Grab a pen and paper because this is a resources-packed episode that will leave you wanting to tackle your biggest goal! Listen to it on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Podcasts, Spotify or on our website.
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20/05/2020
In Episode 2, Molly Birkholm and Hans speak with Sarah Drew -- an author, scholar of ancient cultures, and leader for the worldwide women’s and environmental movements.
Get ready to feel inspired to make a change in your community and reconnect with our wonderful Earth after listening to this episode! Listen to it on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Podcasts, Spotify or on our website! GAIA CODEX by Sarah .:. Drew
On Episode 1, Molly Birkholm and Hans talk with Rony Abovitz -- a technology pioneer who founded Magic Leap, a spatial computing company that transcends both virtual reality and augmented reality by enabling users to see digital content in their own physical world.
This is an incredibly inspiring episode -- one that encourages connection and community with others and ourselves!
Listen to it on Apple Podcasts, Google Play Podcasts, Spotify or on our website!
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20/05/2020
Love Conversations Matter? We're glad to hear it! Make sure we can keep coming back for future seasons by:
✅ subscribing
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We can't do it without your support! New episodes launched every Friday.
~Molly & Hans
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03/05/2020
Thanks for sharing Solutions Journalism Network! :) We loved having David on!
Media biases exist, but it's not as simple as party lines. The journalism industry as a whole is frequently biased towards problems, reporting disproportionately on what's wrong and broken. We're also biased toward extremes, often finding the two most conflicting opinions and pitting them against each other as though they represent everyone. But that emphasis - on conflict above repair, on suffering over progress - often unintentionally stokes those things. Our co-founder David Bornstein recently appeared on the Conversations Matter Podcast to discuss his journey to solutions journalism, and how journalists can cut through the noise to help rebuild communities.
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In this World of Soundbites, Real Conversations Matter
The goal of the Conversations Matter Podcast is to snap you out of the daily grind, connect you with people who are making an impact, and inspire introspection and creativity. Molly & Hans are going back to the old fireside chat. We believe when you take time to really listen, you can find your own meaning and inspiration in everyone’s story.
MOLLY BIRKHOLM
Molly Birkholm is a speaker, consultant, yoga and iRest Yoga Nidra teacher trainer, trauma educator, published author, and international show host. Molly’s stress management programs, resilience training, and trauma treatment programs are used by leaders and top organizations around the world, including the US Department of Defense, JPChase, McKinsey & Company, and the Young Presidents’ Organization. She is the co-founder of Warriors at Ease, which has trained over 2000 teachers who share yoga and meditation to 65 military bases and VA Centers. She helped pioneer evidence-based trauma-sensitive yoga and meditation programs for PTSD in the military and other communities affected by trauma, including human trafficking survivors and homeless communities. She is also an iRest Yoga Nidra teacher trainer. Molly teaches trainings and retreats around the world and also online on The Great Courses and as a Featured Teacher & the host of the Women’s Empowerment Initiative on Yoga International.
HANS HICKLER
Hans is the founder and CEO of Ellipsis Advisors, LLC, providing C-Level advisory services and executive coaching. In the last 13 years, he has served as CEO for three multinational corporations, including DHL Global Customer Solutions, DHL Express, and Asia Pacific for Agility Logistics. Hans now serves as a “thought-sparring partner” for CEOs. Hans is a daily practitioner of Transcendental Meditation. He is active in investing in early-stage companies, and complements many of these investments with his advisory services. He is also involved in the field of social entrepreneurship. In his work with Ashoka, Hans supports and advises social entrepreneurs worldwide and is also involved in significant work being done to promote understanding of the importance of empathy in business. Hans is a member of YPO and the Ashoka Support Network. In addition to his blog, Hans has published 50 Words, Our Stories Matter– both books address raising self-awareness of values and empathy. He also serves on the boards of 8 companies and organizations. He studied at Brown University.
