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The CultureHug PodcastPersonal Bubbles and Boundaries: Understanding Proximity Across CulturesEver felt someone standing just a little too close—or maybe a bit too far away? In this episode of The Culture Hug Podcast, we explore the fascinating world of personal space and how it changes from one culture to another. From the wide personal bubbles of the U.S. to Japan’s quiet respect for physical distance, from the warm, close-contact norms of Southern Europe and South America to the bustling, shared-space realities of India and China, we break down what “comfortable” means around the globe. Drawing on credible cultural research and social science, we uncover why these differences exist—wh...
2025-08-1018 min
B The Way ForwardFear is Just an Emotion - Betsy Tong on Resilience, Reinvention and Finding Your VoiceDisclaimer: This episode includes brief use of strong language. As part of our mission to support real, lived experiences in tech, we’ve chosen to preserve the authenticity of this conversation.
2023 was not a great year for Betsy Tong. Only three years after losing her mother to cancer, Betsy found herself navigating a series of personal challenges - a sick father, the end of a long-term relationship - and sudden unemployment at the age of 56.
For years, Betsy had been a near-unstoppable Tech Industry badass, leading teams that developed complex systems for...
2025-08-0644 min
Vendor ChroniclesThe Real Housewives of Vendor ChroniclesSend us a textIn this special takeover, Jessica Knox and Cinthia Darden steal the spotlight—no Shane, no Q, just two moms keeping it real. They kick things off with the chaotic “float trip from hell” before diving into the origin stories of Knox Handmade Toys and Hustle’n Pop, revealing the behind-the-scenes hustle that keeps the businesses moving.Jessica shares a childhood trauma involving a vacuum and a van, while Cinthia tells the wild story of accidentally climbing into a stranger’s car—only to find him rolling a blunt. The ladies open up about anx...
2025-07-161h 10
Next Level Guy#219 – Under Pressure: Dr. Deep Sea on Healing the Brain and Boosting Performance 219 – Brain Healing, Deep Sea Living & Human Performance with Dr. Deep Sea "Take charge of you. You are 100% in charge. Don’t stop learning. Don’t stop looking. Don’t stop exploring." — Dr. Joseph Dituri 🎙️ Meet Dr. Joseph Dituri — Navy Diver. Hyperbaric Pioneer. Brain Rebuilder. What happens when a Navy diver and hyperbaric researcher locks himself underwater for 100 days to heal his brain? Dr. Joseph Dituri—better known as Dr. Deep Sea—is a retired U.S. Navy Commander, hyperbaric researcher, and biomedical pioneer who quite literally dove headfirst into scientific explo...
2025-04-191h 00
Earth AncientsDestiny: Michael J. Gelb, Walking WellWalking is good for you. It can regulate weight, improve sleep, elevate mood, transform stress, and boost creativity. Most people want to walk more. But what if the key isn’t just to walk more, but to walk better? Walking Well presents a three-part journey that will guide you to discover more comfort, vitality, and inspiration in every step. Filled with simple, practical guidance from authors with over a hundred years of collective experience in teaching people how to move well, this book not only improves how we walk but reveals how much is possible for us once we know how...
2024-12-111h 14
Problem Solved PodcastProblem Solved Podcast: Step Into Success: Michael Gelb’s Guide to Walking WellThere is a famous proverb: Every great journey starts with a single step. This month’s Problem Solved Podcast guest can ensure that your steps lead to better success! Michael Gelb, a fifth-degree black belt in aiKIdo and author of seventeen books, including the international bestseller How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci, speaks to us about his newest book titled Walking Well, A New Approach To Comfort, Vitality, And Inspiration In Every Step.
In this episode you will learn how to use walking to:
Discover more comfort an...
2024-12-1039 min
Lipstick on the RimHow to Be a Cool Mom with Kiernan Shipka - The Hottest Brands to Know, Talking to Your Children About Dating, Work-Life Balance, and MORE!Kiernan Shipka has been acting since she was just five months old. You probably know her as Sally Draper from the Emmy-winning hit series Mad Men (by the way, she was only six years old when she landed that role). Or maybe you’ve seen her in more recent projects, like the blockbuster hit Twisters. Kiernan is a well-rounded and incredibly talented actress and style icon. In today’s episode, we pick her brain on how to navigate your 20s, the ups and downs of her career, and, because a lot of moms are listening, we discuss the things your...
2024-11-2638 min
Digital Song - An Audiobook-Style Sci-Fi ThrillerEp3 | Ch. 3 - Kiss from a Rose; Ch. 4 - Enough to Believe; Ch. 5 - Are You Even Real?Chapter 3 - Kiss from a RoseListen to the song by Seal on Spotify.Jayson wakes up haunted by yet another vivid dream that centers on a mysterious red door adorned with a pyramid and star symbol. For the past week, his dreams have been filled with strange symbols and an image of the Compass Rose, which he can't shake from his thoughts. As he processes this, his mind shifts to Anton's case. The NYPD has finally acknowledged wrongdoing in Anton's death, a small victory for Jayson as he fights to restore his friend’s re...
2024-11-0833 min
The Ageless Factor with Aleta St. JamesOur Brain’s Ageless Wonder: Your brain doesn’t have to age with Michael J. GelbIn today's conversation, we’re joined by the renowned Michael J. Gelb, a prolific author whose works on brain functionality and innovation have inspired millions worldwide. He shares insights from his latest book Brain Power: Improve Your Mind As You Age. (co-written with Kelly Howell) and discusses the profound impact our attitudes and lifestyles have on our mental acuity. He introduces us to the world of neuroplasticity, where every new challenge we embrace and every novel thing we learn doesn't just maintain our brain function but enhances it. Michael shares how simple daily practices, like learning something new...
2024-08-0150 min
The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention156 Raising Your Creative Independent Thinker? Sharon Fillmore Helps You With These Wonderful Curious Children!Hey Friends~
We live in a world where more and more is expected of us, we are bombarded with information everyday. Sharon Fillmore, the “Mary Poppins of Family Wellness,” says that families can learn to see through it all, and recognize the truth from the fluff.
But HOW? How do we get the squirrels out of our mind and stay focused? How do we get our kids to stay focused?
Sharon gives fabulous ideas. As we raise creative independent thinkers, asking ourselves, “What is the best thing to say, in this moment, at this time?” will...
2024-06-2026 minThe Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention156 Raising Your Creative Independent Thinker? Sharon Fillmore Helps You With These Wonderful Curious Children!Hey Friends~
We live in a world where more and more is expected of us, we are bombarded with information everyday. Sharon Fillmore, the “Mary Poppins of Family Wellness,” says that families can learn to see through it all, and recognize the truth from the fluff.
But HOW? How do we get the squirrels out of our mind and stay focused? How do we get our kids to stay focused?
Sharon gives fabulous ideas. As we raise creative independent thinkers, asking ourselves, “What is the best thing to say, in this moment, at this time?” will...
2024-06-2026 min
No Stupid Questions198. What Does It Mean to Be “Cool”?What’s the difference between being popular and being cool? How has social media changed the trend cycle? And what do Taylor Swift and Walmart have in common? SOURCES:Anette Asp, project manager and research coordinator at the California Institute of Technology.Lalin Anik, professor of marketing at Vrije University Amsterdam.Marc Bain, journalist.Judy Blume, young adult author.Colin Camerer, professor of behavioral economics at the California Institute of Technology.James Dean, 20th-century American actor.Ryan Hauser, Ph.D. candidate at the Yale School of Management.Michael Jordan, former professional basketball player.Johnny Miles, senior val...
2024-06-0240 min
Crazy WisdomSynaptic Journeys: Unraveling AI with Anand DwivediIn this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop engages with senior data scientist Anand Divedi to delve deep into the facets of machine learning and AI’s evolving capabilities. They discuss Anand's journey and insights into AI, particularly focusing on the freedom from execution boundaries brought by advancements in AI and large language models (LLMs). The conversation extends to the concept of 'human in the loop' learning, emphasizing the interdisciplinary approach to mimicking neural decision-making processes. Anand shares his initial foray into machine learning via financial surveillance to detect fraud utilizing AI to sift through massive data. Th...
2024-03-181h 05
GRACE under Pressure John BaldoniGRACE under pressure: John Baldoni with Michael J. GelbMichael J. Gelb is the world’s leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development. A pioneering practitioner and thought leader in the fields of creative thinking, executive coaching and conscious leadership, he is the author of 17 books including How to Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci, Innovate Like Edison, The Art of Connection, The Healing Organization (with Raj Sisodia) and Mastering the Art of Public Speaking. Michael’s books have been translated into 25 languages and have sold more than one million copies. In 1999 Michael received the “Brain-of-the-Year” award from the Brain Foundation, other winners...
2023-07-1129 min
The Brain and Brand ShowYour Peaking Brain with Dr Edward Hess and Banesa TsekiTimothy speaks to Dr Edward D Hess - Professor Emeritus of Business Administration at the Darden School of Business, and the author of ‘Own Your Work Journey: The Path to Meaningful Work and Happiness in the Age of Smart Technology and Radical Change’. They discuss how to position yourself for a world of disruption and radical change. You’ll also hear from Banesa Tseki - a Yoga and Wellness Practitioner, co-owner of the Nest Space Yoga Studio, and a Yoga coach on the Nike App. cliffcentral.com
2023-06-2836 min
Overcoming the Divide: Nonpartisan PoliticsRural Communities Attracting Economic Opportunity with Will PayneThe following conversation looks at: stemming the brain drain from rural communities, revitalizing a region, driving economic growth through government & politics, why employee satisfaction may be higher in rural communities, and much more.This episode features Will Payne. Payne is managing partner of Coalfield Strategies, an economic development matchmaker for companies seeking expansion opportunities in rural Virginia. Projects include InvestSWVA, a public-private economic diversification campaign for Southwest Virginia, Appalachian Grains, a specialty grain broker for the craft beverage industry and Energy DELTA Lab, an energy testbed focused on leveraging previously-mined land as a proving ground for the commercialization...
2023-05-0957 min
Rise To MoreMichael Gelb: These Can Be The Best Of TimesThis is MUST listen episode. This conversation is a follow up to a podcast episode with Michael Gelb in 2020 and you will see why the principles from his book "How to think like Leonardo Da Vinci" are so important today! We talk anxiety, social media, accessing out genius and living a fulfilling and meaningful life. Michael is also featured in my new book Healer In Heels, out in June 2023. The world’s leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development, Michael J. Gelb is a pione...
2023-04-2238 min
Brain for BusinessSeries 2, Episode 8 - The curious history of business school classes for executives' wives, with Professor Allison Elias, University of Virginia Darden School of Business, and Professor Rolv Petter Storvik Amdam, BI Norwegian Business SchoolAn MBA is seen by many aspiring executives as a rite of passage and a necessary step in order to develop their network, hone their skills and fine-tune their hard won business acumen. While once upon a time the top business schools tended to serve an almost exclusively male audience, thankfully these days business schools around the world make a significant effort to enhance the diversity of their student bodies and to be as inclusive as possible. Yet as our guests today have highlighted in recent research, in an odd twist of history, those same universities catering for an essentially...
2022-12-1431 min
Coder Radio489: Luther CuriousOne of the most challenging aspects of being an independent developer, and our thoughts on Microsoft's recent bad news.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is the easiest way to create a peer-to-peer network with the power of Wireguard. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/coderLinks:Michael Dominick on Twitter — Been offline but meet the Dominicks!Man Fined $500 for Crime of Writing 'I Am An Engineer' — An electronics engineer says he found a flaw in traffic lights. The Oregon engineering board fined him for it.7 Estimation Anti-Patterns — Here are 7...
2022-10-261h 03
All Jupiter Broadcasting ShowsLuther Curious | Coder Radio 489One of the most challenging aspects of being an independent developer, and our thoughts on Microsoft's recent bad news.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is the easiest way to create a peer-to-peer network with the power of Wireguard. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/coderSupport Coder RadioLinks:Michael Dominick on Twitter — Been offline but meet the Dominicks!Man Fined $500 for Crime of Writing 'I Am An Engineer' — An electronics engineer says he found a flaw in traffic lights. The Oregon engineering board fined him...
2022-10-2600 min
Coder Radio VideoLuther Curious | Coder Radio 489One of the most challenging aspects of being an independent developer, and our thoughts on Microsoft's recent bad news.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is the easiest way to create a peer-to-peer network with the power of Wireguard. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/coderSupport Coder RadioLinks:Michael Dominick on Twitter — Been offline but meet the Dominicks!Man Fined $500 for Crime of Writing 'I Am An Engineer' — An electronics engineer says he found a flaw in traffic lights. The Oregon engineering board fined him...
2022-10-2600 min
The League of Extraordinary Divers PodcastLXD062 : Joe DituriRetrieved from ScubaGuru - Expert Advice & Best Practices for Scuba Diving Professionals
Joe Dituri – Hyperbaric Medicine Researcher & Exploration Legend
In this episode of The League of Extraordinary Divers I chat with legendary hyperbaric medicine researcher and diving explorer Joe Dituri.
Bio
Commander Joseph Dituri enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1985. He served continuously on active service upon various ships and shore stations where he was involved in every aspect of diving and special operations work from saturation diving and deep submergence to submersible design and clearance diving. Now that he is...
2022-09-1947 min
360 Yourself! With Jamie NealeEp 180: How To Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci - Michael J.Gelb (Best Selling Author)The world’s leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development, Michael J. Gelb is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, innovative leadership and executive coaching. His clients include DuPont, Emerson, Genentech, KPMG, Merck, Microsoft, Nike and YPO.
Michael is a member of Marshall Goldsmith's 100 COACHES, and a Senior Fellow at The Center for Humanistic Management and a member of the Leading People and Organizations Advisory Board at the Fordham University Gabelli School of Business. Michael was also awarded a Batten Fellowship in Innovation from the University of Virginia’s Darden Graduate School of B...
2022-05-2946 min
Shining on the SpectrumOur Experience Visiting a Biomedical Autism SpecialistLast week we visited a biomedical doctor specializing in the biomedical treatment of autism and related disorders. In this week's podcast I'm sharing why I made the decision to take her, our experience, the information we learned and next steps.
Here's some information I noted in the podcast:
1. Dr. Anne Hines - the doctor we saw
2. Dr. Hines stated that autism is an autoimmune disorder that impacts the brain
3. Book Recommendations - Finally Focused by James Greenblatt, The Heal Your Gut Cookbook by Hilary Boynton and Mary Brackett, EMF*D by D...
2022-05-1622 min
ScaleX™ Insider PodcastMichael J. Gelb - The seven steps to think like Leonardo da Vinci when scaling your businessIn this episode, I’m speaking with Michael Gelb. Michael is the world’s leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development. Michael is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, innovative leadership and executive coaching. Michael is a Senior Fellow at The Center for Humanistic Management and a member of the Leading People and Organizations Advisory Board at the Fordham University Gabelli School of Business. He was also awarded a Batten Fellowship in Innovation from the University of Virginia’s Darden Graduate School of Business, and co-directed the acclaimed Leading Innova...
2022-03-161h 06ScaleX™ Insider PodcastMichael J. Gelb - The seven steps to think like Leonardo da Vinci when scaling your businessIn this episode, I’m speaking with Michael Gelb. Michael is the world’s leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development. Michael is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, innovative leadership and executive coaching. Michael is a Senior Fellow at The Center for Humanistic Management and a member of the Leading People and Organizations Advisory Board at the Fordham University Gabelli School of Business. He was also awarded a Batten Fellowship in Innovation from the University of Virginia’s Darden Graduate School of Business, and co-directed the acclaimed Leading Innova...
2022-03-161h 06
Original Strength BodcastBodCast Episode 110: Discovering Your Creative Genius with Michael GelbIn this episode, Tim talks with world-renowned speaker and author, Michael Gelb about the Alexandar Technique, Creativity, Martial Arts, Superman, and Laughter.
The world’s leading authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development, Michael J. Gelb is a pioneer in the fields of creative thinking, innovative leadership and executive coaching. His clients include DuPont, Emerson, Genentech, KPMG, Merck, Microsoft, Nike and YPO.
Michael is a Senior Fellow at The Center for Humanistic Management and a member of the Leading People and Organizations Advisory Board at the Fordham University Gabelli School of B...
2021-12-1751 min
Around the Hub CityPODCAST | Around the Hub City with LCP's brain trust, head coach Chip Darden & DC Clay WhiteThe Pirates go from a very familiar task to get ready for Wichita Falls Rider to a brand-new opponent in South Oak Cliff for the Class 5A Division II state semifinals.
2021-12-0915 min
Younger with Dr. Robyn BensonReverse Dementia and Get the Brain Stronger! — Michael GelbKey Takeaways: How did Michael and Dr. Robyn meet? Everything connects to everything else! What are some of the best ways to strengthen your brain? You need to learn something that you’re not good at! Challenge yourself! How do you reverse dementia? Michael shares an example he sees with his own parents. There is just one factor that seems to be predictive of longevity, health, and happiness. And that one factor was the sense of loving connection. Don’t like people? You can get the same benefit for craving for animals and plants. Oxytocin prevents dementia! You need...
2021-05-2546 min
The Mindvalley Podcast7 Leonardo Da Vinci Exercises To Awaken Your Genius - Michael J. GelbThrough exercises and provocative lessons, anyone can harness the power and awesome wonder of their genius, mastering life-changing skills such as problem-solving, creative thinking, self-expression, and life balance. Our guest today, Michael J. Gelb, is a pioneer in creative thinking, innovative leadership, executive coaching, and author of 17 books. On this live call, Vishen Lakhiani and Michael J. Gelb discuss how to develop full potential by following the example of the greatest genius of all time, Leonardo da Vinci. Michael is a senior fellow at The Center for Humanistic Management and a member of the Leading P...
2021-04-2839 min
Home Base NationFrom Injury to Inspiration - Featuring Lee and Bob WoodruffGiving back to servicemembers and families comes in many ways, and for Lee and Bob Woodruff the opportunity surfaced in early 2006. Just weeks after his new job as co-anchor of ABC World News Tonight, Bob was critically injured by a roadside bomb outside of Taji, Iraq.The blast caused severe traumatic brain injury with need for craniectomy (emergent removal of the left side of his skull), and weeks in the intensive care unit. After 36 days in coma he awoke - and the re-learning process began – To move, speak and reintegrate back to life with his wife Lee an...
2019-12-2357 min