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Positive Disintegration PodcastCosmic ConnectionsIn this special crossover episode, we’re sharing Episode 3 of cosmic cheer squad—our new podcast from the Positive Disintegration Network. Chris and Bee are joined by a very special guest: Emma Nicholson, co-host of Positive Disintegration, for an in-person, around-the-table conversation recorded in Madison, Wisconsin.Together, they reflect on:* How they became friends and collaborators through the theory of positive disintegration* The idea of cosmic pockets as a way to hold intense feelings until it’s safe to process them* Inner critics, intrusive thoughts, and how to rewrite old narratives...2025-06-1846 min
Golfweek Amateur Tour - The PodcastAmateur Golf, Pro-Level Passion: Celebrating Ryan Nicholson and the Spirit of the TourSend us a textThis week on Golfweek Amateur Tour – The Podcast, Tim and Chris tee up an episode full of community spirit, competitive fire, and a few rulebook reminders just in time for Father's Day and the U.S. Open. We spotlight May Member of the Month Ryan Nicholson, who’s already played 15 amateur golf tournaments this season, traveling across state lines and representing the Indianapolis Tour with passion and positivity. Hear about his favorite courses—from Firestone to Notre Dame’s Warren Course—and why French Lick Resort is still on his radar as a must-p...2025-06-161h 33
Indie Voices PodcastJodie NicholsonIn this episode I'm joined by North East singer-songwriter Jodie Nicholson, whose music sits at the intersection of ambient indie, introspective pop, and cinematic songwriting. With her collaborative new EP, We Can Talk releasing on 27th June, we talk about her journey from Golden Hour (2019) and what it means to be an independent artist in an ever-changing music landscape. Expect reflections on trusting your instincts, collaborative writing and why being part of a creative community matters more than ever.Cover photo by Ellen Dixon. This is a public episode. If you would like to...2025-06-0242 min
Once and Always a FanboyJulianne Nicholson on PARADISE, favorite twists, and getting through emotional scenes | EP. 15Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of Once and Always a Fanboy with me your host Chris Cantada Force. If you've been following me you know how much I've been obsessed with the new Disney+ show called Paradise. The season finale just aired and I'm so glad that everyone now gets to see this great show in its entirety. And the fact that they were renewed for a second season says it all. I interviewed Jon Beavers one of the cast a few weeks ago, and I'm so thrilled I get to have another actor from Paradise on...2025-03-1008 min
Bridges To ExcellenceTransformational Leadership: Insights from Christopher Justice – Partner, CEO Coaching International.Transformational Leadership: Insights from Christopher JusticeIn this episode of Bridges to Excellence, host Desmond Nicholson converses with Christopher Justice, a seasoned CEO with a track record of transforming businesses in the fintech sector. They discuss the nuances of leadership, scaling companies, and strategic decision-making, with a focus on Chris's extensive experience including his tenure at Global Payments, Fiserv, and Pavilion Payments. Chris shares his insights on overcoming challenges during a complex business carve-out and the importance of mentorship in his career. The episode also features perspectives on leadership styles, work-life integration, and the role of CEO...2025-03-0936 min
The Get More Smarter Podcast - A Weekly Show About Colorado PoliticsChoo Choos and Cuckoos (feat. Chris Nicholson)Send us a message! Really!This week on the Get More Smarter Podcast, the battle for the soul of the Colorado Republican Party is beginning. Who will be the unluckiest Coloradan to get the worst job in the state? Then, the Colorado Senate Republicans have plans! And a bunch of crinkly dollar bills! And, about half the seats in the State Senate they would need to do anything about it! Next, some men will literally intimidate witnesses to get a drunken rapist put in charge of the pentagon instead of going to therapy a...2025-01-191h 17
Positive Disintegration PodcastSuicide, Stigma, and Support, Part 2*Content Warning: This episode contains a discussion about suicide, which may be distressing to some listeners. Click here for resources.In episode 71, Chris and Emma continue the conversation with Dr. Stacey Freedenthal, a suicidologist, therapist, author, and professor at the University of Denver. In this second installment, we delve deeper into the complexities of suicidality, exploring chronic suicidal thoughts and the stigma surrounding suicide. We talk more about what to say and what not to say to someone who is suicidal and how to support those in emotional pain. Stacey shares valuable insights...2025-01-1538 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastOverexcitabilities and Dąbrowski's TheoryIn episode 68, Chris and Emma debriefed about Chris’s session from NAGC 2023 titled “Overexcitabilities and Dąbrowski’s Theory: Correcting the Course in Gifted Education.” We covered the five common myths or misunderstandings about the theory of positive disintegration that were addressed in the presentation. We’ve been sitting on this episode because we didn’t have time to get it out right after last year's conference. Michael’s episode was the priority following NAGC 2023 since his 90th birthday was approaching. We were also concerned that we had shared so many posts about NAGC in the lead-up to the conferen...2024-11-2058 min
Health DistilledChris Nicholson : How Asking “Hey, can we use that in healthcare?” Led to an Entrepreneurial LeapIn this episode, Andy Steen talks to Chris Nicholson, a Humana alum, who scaled and exited mPulse Mobile.
We cover:
Originally from Northern Kentucky.
Early career in wireless communications.
14 years at Humana, including a stint at the Innovation Center.
Moving to California to start mPule Mobile.
How he thinks Louisville can participate in healthcare innovation.
Interesting areas in healthtech.
Where Louisville/Kentucky could have some strengths.
2024-11-0525 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastReflections on Giftedness and Dąbrowski's Theory, Part 2In episode 65, Chris and Emma continue their two-part conversation with Dr. Linda Silverman. Linda shares her insights on asynchronous development, emphasizing the importance of understanding IQ scores as minimal estimates and not definitive indicators of a person's potential. Linda also reflects on her involvement with the Dabrowski Congress and the evolution of the giftedness community. She recounts her role in developing the concept of asynchronous development with the Columbus Group and creating Advanced Development Journal, a unique publication dedicated to adult giftedness. Chris and Emma express their gratitude for Linda’s decades of work and sh...2024-10-2143 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastReflections on Giftedness and Dąbrowski's Theory, Part 1In episode 64, Chris and Emma talked with Dr. Linda Silverman, a licensed clinical and counseling psychologist in Westminster, Colorado. Linda founded and directs the Institute for the Study of Advanced Development (ISAD) and its subsidiary, Gifted Development Center. This episode is Part 1 of a two-part series with Dr. Silverman. The first conversation explores Linda's discovery of Dabrowski's theory in 1979 and her role in establishing the Dabrowski Study Group with Dr. Frank Falk at the University of Denver. Listeners will also gain insights into the complexities of giftedness, including the controversial issue of IQ testing. Linda reflects on...2024-10-1455 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastDabrowski 101, An Introduction to the Theory of Positive DisintegrationIn episode 60, Chris and Emma introduced the theory of positive disintegration in a nutshell. We did our best to make it as approachable as possible and kept jargon to a minimum. Our goal was not to deliver a scholarly presentation of the theory but one for the layperson going through positive disintegration. This introduction was created especially for the 2024 Dabrowski Congress for attendees who want to learn more about the theory behind the conference. Our hope is that it will serve for years to come as a primer for positive disintegration. As Emma often says, TPD is...2024-07-0752 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastBuilding Better Social Worlds with TheoryIn episode 59, Chris and Emma were joined by Dr. Sergej van Middendorp and Abbie VanMeter of the CMM Institute for Personal and Social Evolution. We discussed the CMM (Coordinated Management of Meaning) theory and its intersection with the theory of positive disintegration. Sergej helps generate healthy systems with action research-based practice in improvisation, design, and communication. In the Netherlands, he facilitates a collaborative support network of caregivers and IT providers in their development of an integral digital health system. He is on the CMM Institute's Board of Stewards. Abbie is the host of the Stories L...2024-06-1048 min
Diecast BreakdownThis Museum Gift Shop is a Must-Visit Diecast Destination with Chris NicholsonWe talk diecast with Chris Nicholson of Lane Motor Museum, and the unique collection of vehicles, including the largest collection of European cars in the US and the largest collection of cars that were never sold or marketed in the US. Chris shares his journey to Lane Motor Museum and how he ended up working in the gift shop. They also talk about Chris's affinity for JDM cars and the video game car exhibit at the museum. Chris from Lane Motor Museum discusses the quality products and work ethic behind the museum's collection. He shares some of the wildest things...2024-04-2158 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastFrom the Archive: Inner GrowthWelcome to the first official “From the Archive” post. We’ve added DC Archive to our Substack navbar, where you’ll find posts like this one with media shared from our Dabrowski Center archive. The presentation featured in this post was given by Dr. Michael M. Piechowski at the 12th Annual Hollingworth Conference for Highly Gifted in Manchester, New Hampshire, in May 1999.This audio recording was converted to mp3 from a cassette tape Michael sent to Chris in June 2018. The handout was discovered in a box of transparencies and documents Michael shared with Chris in May 2021...2024-04-1545 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastAutoethnography for Personal GrowthIn episode 56, Chris and Emma discussed autoethnography as a research method, and powerful tool for autopsychotherapy and transformation. Chris described autoethnography as a method for delving into one's life (usually through writing about it), not as an isolated individual but within the broader context of social and cultural influences. This method allows you to understand yourself within systems, considering factors like race, gender, class, privilege, oppression, and trauma.Emma and Chris emphasized the value of gaining insights into your past experiences and behaviors. You can identify turning points and epiphanies, leading to a deeper understanding of yourself...2024-04-0833 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastGifted Intersections and TransformationIn episode 55, Chris and Emma talked with Kaitlin Smith, a Boston-based scholar, facilitator, and founder of Our Wild Minds, which offers online community and programs that help gifted BIPOC unleash their natural gifts. Kaitlin is also a PhD student at Harvard in History of Science where her research interrogates the history of mind sciences and intersections with African American Studies.Kaitlin shared how her personal experiences and challenges led her to explore Dabrowski's theory of positive disintegration and its relevance to her life and studies. She discussed the complexities of being gifted within the context of racial...2024-03-2656 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastNavigating the Tides of ChangeEpisode 54 features the presentation Chris and Emma gave at Gift-a-Palooza 2024, a virtual summit with more than 45 speakers on the topics of giftedness and neurodiversity. This was our first time presenting together, and we had a great time. We edited the audio from our discussion of positive disintegration in gifted adults. The Q&A isn't included.If you’re reading this on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or another podcast platform, please visit the show notes on Substack for the slide images. This first slide is Emma’s representation of the process of positive disintegration. [From the transcript] Emma...2024-03-1146 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastVoice as a Mirror of Inner StatesIn episode 52, Chris and Emma talked with Laura Stavinoha, who offers singers and speakers coaching and counseling about the voice and personal development through her company, Use Your Voice. Laura is the author of the book Voice: A Multifaceted Approach to Self-Growth and Vocal Empowerment and editor-in-chief of the Dutch Positive Disintegration website. She will join us in Denver this summer to present her work at the 2024 Dabrowski Congress. The human voice is a tool for communication, and a reflection of our inner state. Laura discusses how the voice can provide insights into our emotions, stress levels...2024-02-121h 04
Better with RunningEP179: #Run2PB Athlete Interview: Chris NicholsonIn this weeks episode of Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca open the show reflecting on the running boom as Parkrun in Australia continues to break attendance records. They boys discuss this amazing time in the sport and how they are loving seeing more people in the sport.
Chris talks about his Parkrun at Shepparton, which didnt go exactly to plan, but he bounces back with a big 800m reps workout, leaving him pretty tired and needing a lay under a tree, he was revived with BWRs official recovery icy pole - The Calippo.
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Positive Disintegration PodcastQuick Bite: Gift-a-PaloozaIn episode 51, Chris and Emma shared the news that they are presenting at a virtual summit, Gift-a-Palooza, and discussed their plans for the session. This is also the first episode where we’ve included outtakes at the end. We hope our errors and laughter are as amusing for you as they were for us! [Click here for Episode 54 and listen to the audio from our session.]Gift-a-Palooza will be the first time Chris and Emma team up for a presentation. Their session is “Navigating the Tides of Change: Positive Disintegration in Gifted Adults,” and it’s happening on Satur...2024-01-1221 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastGiftedness and PersonalityIn episode 50, Chris and Emma talked with Dr. Deborah Ruf, author of the award-winning book 5 Levels of Gifted. In 2023, she released a follow-up book called The 5 Levels of Gifted Children Grown Up: What They Tell Us. Our conversation highlights her expertise in studying giftedness and personality across the lifespan.We started the episode by asking Deborah to share her journey, and learned how she was first introduced to Dąbrowski’s theory in the early 1990s. Her dissertation study included the theory of positive disintegration, which she has worked with for many years. We discussed how she inc...2024-01-041h 16
Positive Disintegration PodcastPiechowski's Insights on Positive DisintegrationIn episode 48, Chris and Emma talked with Dr. Michael M. Piechowski, close collaborator of Dr. Kazimierz Dąbrowski and a scholar in the field of gifted education. Michael’s work has expanded our understanding of the theory of positive disintegration and the qualitative experience of giftedness.We covered many topics in this episode, from Michael meeting Dąbrowski in Edmonton in 1967 to his retirement from Yunasa last summer. We learned about Michael’s early work with the theory and conducting research, the transition from science to counseling and pursuing a second doctorate, rethinking the levels of development, and un...2023-11-2859 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastQuick Bite: Dabrowski Congress 2024In episode 45, Chris and Emma discussed the upcoming 16th International Dabrowski Congress, which will be held virtually on July 11-13, 2024. In the episode, we discussed the proposed format, the theme, keynote speakers, and we put out a call for your action. We're calling for proposals for speakers, for workshops, and also for people to host “watch parties” in their local region.The 2024 Dabrowski Congress theme is “Living the Theory,” and there will be keynotes from Lotte van Lith, Dr. Eric Windhorst, and Emma Nicholson. We’ll have programming for live participants in their time zones (Europe, North America, a...2023-10-2010 min
Fabishmark's podcastChris Nicholson -Ep 5Chris Nicholson is a former Missionary who lived in Kenya for about 10 years. He talks about his unique journey and how he got there Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-1828 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastComplexity, Intensity, and Multiple PerspectivesIn episode 44, Chris and Emma talked with Dr. Matt Zakreski, a clinical psychologist specializing in neurodivergence and giftedness. Matt discussed his personal connections with his work as a psychologist in the gifted field and his experiences being gifted and ADHD. We discussed topics such as neurodivergence, personal growth, and giftedness, and Dr. Matt shared personal stories and insights. Matt talked about embracing complexity and multiple perspectives and told us that he supports autonomy in the path to self-discovery. This means letting people come to their own place of understanding. We don’t have to live in a wo...2023-10-1257 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastDynamisms, Personality Ideal, and Inner WorkIn episode 42, Chris and Emma continued the conversation with Catherine Zakoian, MA, NCC, LPC, a counselor and consultant from Boulder, Colorado, and author of Raising Gifted Children: A Practical Guide for Parents Facing Big Emotions and Big Potential. We started the discussion by asking Catherine to talk about how the dynamisms show up in her clinical practice with gifted children. She shared insights from asking kids to use symbols to identify the different parts of themselves and helping them work through and resolve inner conflicts. Catherine also discussed the tension children can experience about the world around...2023-09-2543 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastOvercoming the Self-Stigma of Mental Illness (Part 3)[Voiceover of written post] In part three, Chris reflects on their journey of self-discovery through the lens of Dąbrowski’s theory and autoethnography. They recount how discovering autoethnography provided them with a framework to understand their life experiences, including traumas and their father’s alcoholism. This revelation came during their doctoral studies in psychology, where they also learned about being twice-exceptional (gifted and disabled), challenging their previous beliefs.Chris discusses their struggles with mental health and addiction, initially seeking understanding through psychiatry and later questioning these diagnoses through the lens of autoethnography and Dąbrowski’s theory...2023-09-2424 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastEmotional Tension, the Shadow, and Personal GrowthIn episode 41, Chris and Emma talked with Catherine Zakoian, MA, NCC, LPC, a counselor and educational consultant from Boulder, Colorado. Catherine is also the author of Raising Gifted Children: A Practical Guide for Parents Facing Big Emotions and Big Potential.We discussed emotional tension and the issue of confronting our individual shadows, as well as the shadow in groups, such as families and communities. Catherine shared valuable insights on navigating this type of inner work, which can be helpful for individuals and clinicians on their personal growth journeys.Catherine shared her experiences of applying Dabrowski’s...2023-09-1846 min
The 28092 PodcastHistoric Salem Church Book - Guest Robin Propst NicholsonRobin Propst Nicholson discusses the new Book about one of the oldest churches in Lincoln County - "Salem Lutheran and United Church of Christ - A story of Faith and Peace"
To purchase the book - https://redhawkpublications.com/Salem-Lutheran-and-United-Church-of-Christ-A-Story-of-Faith-and-Peace-p576431578
Church Address for donations to the Historic Salem Preservation Endowment - Salem Church - 3410 Startow Road Lincolnton, NC 28092
2023-09-1220 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastOvercoming the Self-Stigma of Mental Illness (Part 2)[Voiceover of written post] This is part two of Chris's personal journey of overcoming self-stigma. Chris narrates their struggle with self-stigma and mental health, beginning with feeling like a failure post-high school despite being identified as gifted. Seeking understanding in psychiatry led to a deeper sense of disempowerment and self-stigma, which they define as internalizing societal prejudices, resulting in low self-esteem and poor self-efficacy.Hospitalization at 21 intensified these feelings, even as they were acknowledged for their giftedness. Chris grappled with internalized ableism, feeling broken due to their unique mental processes and an unrelenting pursuit of normalcy.2023-09-0522 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastQuick Bite: Writing on SubstackIn episode 40, Chris and Emma shared that they now offer a newsletter and paid subscriptions on Substack. Chris has decided to hold off on producing a book this year and instead is sharing writing for the public directly while working on other projects. Making the theory more accessible is our goal, and this is one way to get it done. Although Chris feels called to this work, the reality is that they are currently working primarily for donations. We discussed how values need to be weighed and balanced. For instance, the desire to make information about the...2023-08-2415 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastOvercoming the Self-Stigma of Mental Illness (Part 1)[Voiceover of written post] This is part one of Chris's personal journey of self-discovery and overcoming self-stigma. Growing up, they always felt out of sync with others, perceiving themselves as an outlier due to their intellectual giftedness and neurodivergence. They struggled with being different, leading to a belief in their own mental illness during adolescence. By 17, they had accepted this perceived mental illness, experiencing mood swings and depression, which they later saw as a mood disorder. This belief was reinforced by a bipolar disorder diagnosis at 19 and subsequent medication treatments.Chris published their first book at 20 but...2023-08-2317 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastDisintegration and NeurodivergenceIn episode 39, Chris and Emma talked with Dr. Joey Lawrence, a PDA autistic person, clinical psychologist, and neurodiversity advocate living and working in Australia. In this episode, we discussed neurodivergent lived experiences and how we think about and talk about these aspects of our lives with partners, clients, and at the societal level. The importance of mutual understanding was a part of this discussion, and how difficult it can be to attain.Joey shared her experiences from multiple viewpoints since she is a gifted, autistic PDAer who also is a clinician working in practice with neurodivergent clients...2023-08-1558 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastQuick Bite: RegretWe’ve added Quick Bites to our podcast offerings to allow Chris and Emma the opportunity to discuss topics of interest with brevity. In episode 38, the first Quick Bite episode, they tackled the issue of regret. How do we confront past decisions that haunt us? How can we use the feeling of regret as an opportunity to move forward and transform ourselves?First, we talked about the evolution of the language we use based on the realization that our words were unkind or unacceptable. And we explored navigating our digital footprint through the lens of regret, such as...2023-08-0823 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastSelf-Directed EducationIn episode 37, Chris and Emma talked with Marni Kammersell, a 2e adult, doctoral student at Bridges Graduate School, and parent of three 2e children in Colorado. We started this episode by discussing our concerns about how overexcitabilities are sometimes interpreted in the gifted community. Parents of gifted and 2e children sometimes discover the OEs and stop there without exploring the types of neurodivergence that may be present in their children. We talked about the reality that it’s possible to have a healthy neurodivergent identity without pathologizing oneself. Marni shared experiences from her journey as a 2e pa...2023-07-2059 min
Real Talk Real EstateChris Nicholson Remax Hallmark Ottawa Join us on an inspiring episode as we delve into the remarkable career and captivating journey of Chris Nicholson, a leading real estate agent at REMAX Hallmark Ottawa. Chris shares his early experiences and challenges while establishing himself in the competitive real estate market. He reveals the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to the industry, from learning the intricacies of property valuation to mastering the art of negotiation.2023-07-1441 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastFostering Gifted Growth at Yunasa*Note: Chris will not be returning to Yunasa. In episode 36, Chris and Emma discussed Yunasa, a camp for gifted and twice-exceptional children offered by the Institute for Educational Advancement. Working at Yunasa and spending time with everyone involved is a highlight of Chris’s year.Chris has worked at Yunasa West four times since 2019 and shared what it’s been like to speak with the campers about Dąbrowski’s theory and overexcitability. Chris talked about workshops with the campers, and the challenge of discussing positive disintegration without excessive jargon. We discussed how the campers relate to the the...2023-07-071h 02
Pay Yourself FirstQueen of Her Castle with Mandy NicholsonWant to use your business to get you to financial freedom? You're in the right place.Welcome to The Pay Yourself First Podcast.💵My name is Chris Jolly, founder of The Pay Yourself First Podcast and this show is built for 6 figure+ online entrepreneurs who are looking to make and keep more money, reinvest in their highest leverage asset the right way and reach financial freedom during the life cycle of their business.Wanna know how? Keep Listening.If you're a 6 figure+ (or approaching 6 figures) entrepreneur with an online business we'd lov...2023-05-3020 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastMental Health Awareness**Content warning**: Please be aware that this episode contains sensitive topics such as addiction, death, suicide, and trauma. In episode 34, Chris and Emma talked about mental health. The episode is a part of SENG’s outreach efforts for Mental Health Awareness Month. We discussed the theory of positive disintegration as an invaluable tool for reframing our personal beliefs. How can big emotions be helpful in your development and not a sign of mental illness? We talk about our experiences with difficult emotions and tough times, and how the theory of positive disintegration offered us a ne...2023-05-2358 min
How Long GoneChris & JasonA one-on-one pod today, Chris is in New York, and Jason is home in LA. We were supposed to have a guest, but they had bad wifi, so we chat about the scandal surrounding the Los Angeles restaurant Horses, our debut show in Australia is selling fast, Jack Nicholson emerges from hibernation, Harry & Meg's 7 mph car chase, when you're really good at a sport that doesn't make you money, an anti-woke men's magazine emerges, and TJ got a new watch.twitter.com/donetodeathtwitter.com/themjeans Learn more about your ad c...2023-05-191h 04
Jefferson County Alabama: Podcast for the PeopleEpisode 5: Jefferson County How They Serve with Director of the Jefferson County Roads and Transportation Department Chris NicholsonWe continue our video and podcast series on 'How They Serve' (and 'Why They Serve') to highlight Jefferson County Employees' remarkable dedication and responsibilities in serving all citizens daily, including their passion behind what they do.Newly appointed, Director of Roads and Transportation for Jefferson County Commission, Chris Nicholson, took on his journey in public service as an engineer for various municipalities within Jefferson County before serving with the County Commission. Chris also breaks down the Roads and Transportation Department's responsibilities and even gives insight on projects slated for this year. Ha...2023-05-1217 min
The GistBreaking The Internet (w/ Michael Judson Berry & Paris Nicholson)Chris welcomes the host of The Social Dose, Michael Judson Berry and Paris Nicholson, to the podcast this week. The guys share their unfiltered take on what headlines have them hitting retweet across the internet. They break down the Barbie movie hype, Kim Kardashian joining the cast of American Horror Story, and much more. Plus, Michael shares how his viral Moira Rose (Schitt’s Creek) impersonation came together and the duo talk about how their meeting led to some potentially salacious gossip on the set of Worst Cooks in America. Listen! It’s Vetrano: http://listenitsvetrano.com2023-04-2745 min
Hospitality Leaders - Interviews with hotel, event, and food service expertsLeveraging AI To Improve Customer Satisfaction with Logan Nicholson at LocalEyesNew technology has the potential to revolutionize the guest experience in the hospitality industry. Logan Nicholson, CEO and Founder of LocalEyes, is bringing the best of AI and process automation to hoteliers to help them improve guest satisfaction and increase revenue.
Guests are most likely to enjoy a hotel stay when they have a convenient way of communicating their needs and when those needs are promptly met. In the past, a flood of guest communications often meant that hotel staff were overwhelmed and unable to respond to each guest in a timely manner.
2023-04-1726 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastYou Are Not Alone!In episode 32, Chris and Emma talked with Sophia Elliott, parent, advocate, and host of the Our Gifted Kids podcast. We covered a wide range of topics in this conversation, from learning about Dąbrowski’s theory, neurodiversity, and giftedness to education, policy, and parenting challenges. We also covered storytelling, podcasting, and the value of sharing our personal experiences.Sophia talked about the beauty of positive disintegration as an alternative framework. She described the overexcitabilities as a “gateway drug” that draws people in and said that it’s meaningful to go deeper into the theory as a way of unders...2023-04-131h 08
Positive Disintegration PodcastGifted ConnectionsIn episode 31, Chris and Emma talked with Celi Trépanier, author, blogger, and parent, about the gifted community and the challenges of raising gifted kids and being a gifted adult. Together, we talk about the importance of friendships, connections, and support within the gifted community.Celi was Chris’s first friend in the gifted world. Celi held space and supported Chris during those first years when they were studying the theory of positive disintegration and giftedness while trying to find a way forward in their work. Celi and Chris share their story and talk about the important rol...2023-03-3049 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastThe Disintegrating DuckIn episode 29, Chris and Emma discussed The Ugly Duckling, the classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, from the perspectives of giftedness, neurodivergence, and positive disintegration. We discussed aspects of our personal journeys and the impact of discovering Dąbrowski’s theory, and how these relate back to themes in the tale.Some of the themes we cover include—the realization in our 40s that we’re happier than we ever expected to be, overcoming the feeling of brokenness, and the traumas that accumulate over a lifetime of being gifted and an outlier.We also discuss...2023-02-2655 min
The Broken Arrow: Traditional Bowhunting PodcastPart Two With Will Nicholson, And A Fun 2022 SeasonSend us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comIn this weeks episode we catch back up with Will Nicholson and hear about his trip to LBL and the rest of his 2022 season. 2023-02-061h 15
Positive Disintegration PodcastThrough the Neurodivergent MirrorIn episode 27, Chris and Emma were joined by Dr. Tracy Winter, an ICF-credentialed coach with a PhD in Human Development. In her coaching practice, she works with neurodivergent adults and specializes in the gifted / 2e population. We talked about Tracy’s dissertation research on gifted adults “being seen,” where most of her participants fell into two groups: they were not seen as gifted, or they were mis-seen in a way that was not aligned with their self-perceptions. We discuss the importance of “mirroring”—finding yourself reflected in others—and the loneliness that can happen when we are not seen for o...2023-01-2956 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastExperiences Being Profoundly Gifted: Part 1In episode 25, Chris and Emma were joined by Nth Bar-Fields and Joi Lin. This fascinating and fun discussion was too long for one episode, so we’ve split it into two for your listening enjoyment!Nth is a co-founder of Elysian Trust, and Joi is a doctoral student in Gifted Education Leadership at the University of Denver. Chris joined Nth and Joi in March 2022 for a panel session called Experiences Being Highly and Profoundly Gifted at the DU Gifted Education Policy Symposium and Conference. This episode is a product of that collaboration, and covers some of the sa...2023-01-031h 02
Positive Disintegration PodcastThrough the Lens of YouthContent warning: This episode includes sensitive topics such as depression, intrusive mental imagery, and suicidal ideation. Please also note that our guest was known as Lance at the time of recording, but later changed their name to Seph.In episode 24, Chris and Emma were joined by Seph Johnson (recorded as Lance), a college student from Colorado with a deep interest in Dąbrowski’s theory of positive disintegration. Chris first met Seph in 2019, and their conversations over the years were rich with insight, humor, and a shared passion for the inner life.We explored the cha...2022-12-2058 min
Lifted RadioChris Reeves @ TRANCE, December 2022My closing set from an incredible 13 hour TRANCE Xmas Party on 17th December 2022:
Iain M - Frequency
Dan Thompson - Elevated (Darren Porter Remix)
Trevor Dans & Latex Zebra - Unbalanced
Jens & Nicholson - Loops & Tings
Age Of Love - Age Of Love (Billy Gillies Remix)
Simon Patterson & Magnus - Evoke
Bryan Kearney - Stealth Bomber (Chris Schweizer Remix)
Starfighter - Apache (John O’Callaghan Remix)
Sam Laxton - Innocence
RAM & Darren Porter feat. Natalie Gioia - One Million Seconds
Wippenberg - Neurodancer (Mrs. Woods & White Remix)
Liam Melly & Amin Salmee - Pompeii2022-12-191h 00
The Broken Arrow: Traditional Bowhunting PodcastOn The Fifth Day With Will NicholsonSend us a message, or for a reply send us an email at thebrokenarrowpod@gmail.comA fantastic episode with an excellent story teller. Join us as we get to know Will Nicholson.2022-12-051h 13
Positive Disintegration PodcastExplorations in Gifted DiversityIn episode 23, Chris and Emma were joined by psychologist Jennifer Harvey Sallin, founder of InterGifted, a worldwide community and support organization for gifted adults. This conversation is a celebration of gifted diversity in adulthood! We talked about what giftedness can look like in adults, how it manifests, and the great range of diversity within giftedness. Jen shared her model of giftedness with us, which describes the areas of giftedness, and shows how everyone’s ‘gifted profile’ can look different. What is success, and what does it mean in today's commercial context? Jen described being a generalist or “multipot...2022-12-0355 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastNonviolent CommunicationIn episode 22, Chris and Emma talked with Bob Yamtich, a coach who uses Nonviolent Communication to build poise, joy, self-connection, and choice. We talked about Nonviolent Communication with Bob, as well as empathy, needs, and strategies. We discussed shared connection and living in a shared reality, as well as connection requests. This is a primer in NVC with someone who lives it and uses it as a coach. Bob and Chris worked through an issue she had on social media and how she might have handled it differently. We talked about having the option, but not the...2022-11-241h 01
Positive Disintegration PodcastGTN Awareness WeekIn episode 21, Chris and Emma were joined by Marc Smolowitz, a director, producer, and executive producer who is currently in post-production on THE G WORD, a feature-length documentary that aims to be the most comprehensive film ever made on the topics of gifted, talented, and neurodiverse education across the United States. We were happy to talk with Marc and help celebrate THE G WORD's second annual Gifted / Talented / Neurodiverse Awareness Week. GTN Awareness Week included a great selection of panels and programming from October 24-28, 2022. In our discussion, we covered a range of topics, including storytelling, intensity...2022-10-2859 min
PReamp ProjectEpisode 5 : Preamp - In conversation with Kim Nicholson (Fatgut), Terry Nightingale (Fatgut) & Alan Atkinson (Action Records)In this episode, we talk to Kim, Terry, and Alan about their experience in the Preston music scene. With conversation which includes; £5 guitars, Action Records, Pink Floyd, Jimmy Hendrix, and more. This is an episode you don't want to miss. Thank you for listening to our podcast. New Episodes of the Preamp Project will be uploaded regularly. Hosted by Chris DavisGuests: Kim Nicholson (Fatgut), Terry Nightingale (Fatgut) & Alan Atkinson (Action Records) Recorded by Liam Blake @ SoundskillsEdited by Liam Blake2022-08-261h 17
Positive Disintegration PodcastCreativity and AuthenticityIn Episode 15, Chris and Emma were joined by Melissa Bernstein, co-founder of Melissa & Doug Toys and author of LifeLines. We learned about Melissa’s inspirational journey to self-acceptance and living authentically after spending decades of her life suffering from existential depression and angst. Melissa discovered Dąbrowski’s theory in her late 40s and described the relief she felt from learning about overexcitabilities as a framework for understanding her lifelong intensity and sensitivities. She described reading Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning and learning the word “existential” for the first time, and feeling that it was like bein...2022-06-061h 09
Positive Disintegration PodcastThrough the Dąbrowski LensIn episode 13, Chris and Emma were joined by Dr. Amanda Harper, an educator and Dąbrowski scholar from Tasmania, Australia. We discussed the deep and fascinating work that Amanda has done in examining Dąbrowski’s writing. The focus was on two of her published papers: one on Empathy and the Syntonic Continuum, and the other on Philosophy, Faith, and the Personality Ideal. We talk about the differences between syntony and empathy, how they look across various levels, and how Amanda mapped them in order to create a visual guide to these important dynamisms. We explore the valu...2022-05-1153 min
Law Office of Mark Nicholson: The Nicholson NuggetLaw Office of Mark Nicholson, ep. 22: No Charges After Will Smith Hits Chris Rock At OscarsNews from The Battery Man: Will Smith Batters Chris Rock
News: A report that Will Smith and Chris Rock have already made up has been greatly exaggerated. “Wow, Will Smith simply smacked the shit out of me,” Rock stated. “Will and Chris, we’re going to unravel that like household on the Gold celebration,” Combs stated. A moment later, rapper Sean Combs — on stage to introduce a tribute to “The Godfather” — tried to play peacemaker and instructed Smith and Rock to settle their issues at an Oscars after party.
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Following the ceremony, the Los...2022-04-0303 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastPositive Disintegration in Children and AdolescentsIn episode 11, Chris and Emma were joined by Tina Harlow, LCSW, a child and family therapist specializing in giftedness in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, who shared her experiences as a neurodiversity-affirming clinician. She talked about how overexcitabilities can differ among family members and the importance of understanding and honoring these differences. She also shared strategies for dealing with the different types of overexcitability. We discussed how positive disintegration can manifest in children and teens, and how Tina supports children and their families through existential depression, physical signs of stress, spiritual crises, and more. We learned about the prevalence of gender-nonconforming chil...2022-03-2954 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastNature, Spirit, and DisintegrationIn episode 10, Chris and Emma were joined by Dr. Eric Windhorst, a counsellor, coach, and psychotherapist committed to helping others connect with their inner nature (their true, authentic selves) and outer nature (the wider, more-than-human world). Eric shared his story with us and connected his experiences of personal growth and development with Dąbrowski’s theory as well as other frameworks. He discussed spirituality, an aspect of self that is often overlooked in intellectual frameworks, and we learned about Eric’s journey to becoming his authentic self. Eric recalled an experience working in a greenhouse during his teen years and h...2022-03-201h 04
HealthBiz with David E. WilliamsInterview with mPulse Mobile CEO Chris NicholsonChris Nicholson moved around a lot as a kid. He wasn’t an Army brat --his family just had a habit of building houses, selling them, and moving along. It probably wasn’t easy to shift schools all the time--especially middle school, but it helped him learn to adapt and become good at meeting new people.After a long stint at Humana, Chris led the spinout of mPulse Mobile as founder and CEO. The company tailors patient engagement to the individual, leveraging conversational AI, behavior change models and educational content. As of March 2025 HealthBiz is part...2022-02-2422 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastSurviving Disintegration**Content Warning**: Please be aware that sensitive issues such as suicide attempts, hospitalizations, police-related trauma, and drug use and treatment are mentioned. We’d also like to include a language warning for this episode.In episode 8, Chris and Emma share their personal experiences of positive disintegration, in an intimate, honest (and brave) discussion. They connect these life stories with constructs from Dąbrowski’s theory, and explore the dynamisms which other people might be experiencing during their own times of crisis and disintegration.There is bonus content available for this episode (Paid subscribers only)Bel...2022-02-081h 04
The Chris & Sandy ShowThe Chris & Sandy Show With Actress Colleen FoyWe had a great conversation with Actress Colleen Foy on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about so many things from family, acting, sacrifices, she told some amazing stories especially about her first moving to LA. This episode got a little emotional and you will see. Colleen was amazing!Actress Colleen Foy is featured opposite Ana de Armas, Bobby Cannavale, Adrien Brody and Julianne Nicholson in the Netflix, 2022 feature film Blonde, writer/director Andrew Dominik’s fictionalized chronicle of the life of Marilyn Monroe. In this eagerly awaited film, produced by Brad Pitt’s Plan B Entertainment, she play...2022-02-0550 min
The Chris & Sandy ShowThe Chris & Sandy Show With Producer & Writer Lloyd J. SchwartzWe had a great conversation with Producer & Writer Lloyd J. Schwartz on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about so many things from his Classic Couples Counseling, his life growing up with his father Sherwood Schwartz, some about The Brady Bunch & Gilligans Island, he told some really amazing stories to a whole lot more!Lloyd J. Schwartz is the playwright. A man of all media, he wrote for the TV series Love, American Style; Alice; The Munsters Today; The A Team, The Love Boat, Baywatch and more. As an ABC network executive, he supervised production on Happy Days...2022-02-0244 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastAutopsychotherapy and Self-LeadershipIn episode 6, Chris and Emma were joined by Kate Arms, JD, PCC, a leadership coach who talked about her personal experience of development through positive disintegration, and how she created her own autopsychotherapy practice. What is Autopsychotherapy? This is a question that has been asked often on social media, and it is one of Dabrowski’s dynamisms that requires more explanation than you will find in the literature. Kate talks about some of the strategies and methods that have worked for her, and we share our ideas and stories on what we have found useful, in the ho...2022-01-121h 01
Positive Disintegration PodcastResearching OverexcitabilityIn episode 5, Chris and Emma were joined by Dr. R. Frank Falk, who has been dealing with the construct of overexcitability as a researcher for more than 40 years. Frank talked about his work with the original Overexcitability Questionnaire (OEQ) and the subsequent development of the Overexcitability Questionnaire-Two (OEQ-II). We discussed the challenges of researching OE and the effort that Chris and Frank are making to rectify misunderstandings about Dąbrowski’s theory in the gifted community. Resources mentioned during this episode: Developmental Potential by Michael M. Piechowski (this is the chapter Frank mentioned from New Voi...2022-01-0352 min
The MAKE IT Podcast228 - Travis Nicholson - Filmmaking and the Power Of Kindness, Meditation, And Saying YesHello, Indie Film Creatives! In this episode, we have a conversation with Actor, Musician, and Writer Travis Nicholson. We talk about growing up around fame, what all the top artists he grew up around have in common, his relationship with the late Justin Townes Earle, his work with the Coen Brothers, the intimate, inside details of his show 'Still The King,' the power of meditation, and so much more. Enjoy! Listen+Subscribe+Rate = Love Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on social and the web at h...2021-12-142h 07
Positive Disintegration PodcastOverexcitabilities and PseudoscienceIn episode 2, Chris talked about their presentation at the 2021 NAGC Conference on distinguishing science from pseudoscience. Emma and Chris went over the five types of overexcitability and their forms and expressions, the connection between OE and positive disintegration, and also discussed some of the myths and misunderstandings about OEs that are found in the gifted community. Resources mentioned in this episode:Mellow Out by Michael M. PiechowskiReexamining Overexcitability: A Framework for Understanding Intense Experience by Piechowski and WellsThe Origins and Conceptual Evolution of Overexcitability by Wells and Falk2021-11-221h 02
YarraBUGWhat's wrong with Nicholson Street, Coburg?Val and Faith are joined online for another pre-recorded Yarra BUG Radio Show.Our guests this morning are Helen Kratzmann of Pedestrian Safety for Nicholson Street Coburg and Catherine Hall from the Coburg High School Active Transport Committee. Nicholson Street Coburg is a known danger spot for pedestrians and cyclists and the Victorian Department of Transport (who are responsible for the road) have consistently failed to address safety issues in the area as they have been raised by residents. The problems extend all the way to the intersection of Nicholson Street with Bell St and onto Elizabeth Street where pedestrians a...2021-11-1500 min
Positive Disintegration PodcastWelcome to Positive Disintegration!In the inaugural episode, Emma and Chris introduced themselves and Dąbrowski’s theory of positive disintegration. The discussion touched on some of the basics, such as: * Who was Dr. Kazimierz Dąbrowski, and where did his theory come from?* What is positive disintegration?* Unilevel vs. Multilevel processes* Overexcitabilities and Developmental Potential* Levels of Development* DynamismsWe also talked about how Chris and Emma came to learn about the theory and find meaning in the idea of positive disintegration. Thank you for joining us on this...2021-10-2553 min
Sustainable Supply ChainDeep Reinforcement Learning - What Is It, And What Are Its Uses In Supply Chain? A Chat with Pathmind CEO Chris NicholsonSend me a messageA relatively new field of AI called Deep Reinforcement Learning is starting to open up and shows a lot of promise.One company making use of Deep RL in the supply chain area is Pathmind. I invited the founder and CEO of Pathmind, Chris Nicholson to come on the podcast to explain what Deep RL is, why it is better than other forms of AI/ML, and how it can be used in the supply chain context.We had an excellent conversation and, as is often the case, I...2021-07-0222 min