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Living On The Edge of ChaosLiving On The Edge of Chaos212: Rethinking Authentic Learning with Laura WilliamsACCESS THE SHOWAll platforms & past episodes: https://coffeeforthebrain.com/podcasts/Direct Link to This Episode: https://coffeeforthebrain.com/212/YouTubeTakeawaysAuthentic learning is about process, not polish. Messy work is real work.We don’t need to reinvent the wheel—we need to reconnect with what matters in learning.Students need to see themselves in their work and communities.Teachers are not meant to be the sole experts—bring in community voices.There’s power in learning “out loud” and sharing what we don’...2025-07-1746 minWorkCookie - Get Ahead with Industrial/Organizational Psychology in the WorkplaceWorkCookie - Get Ahead with Industrial/Organizational Psychology in the WorkplaceEp. 264 - Agility and Psychological Safety: Fast Doesn’t Have to Mean FranticIn this Episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Paul Spector, Nic Krueger, LindaAnn Rogers, Dr. Pamela Maurer, Laura Jordon I/O Career Accelerator Course: https://www.seboc.com/job Visit us https://www.seboc.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/sebocLI Join an open-mic event: https://www.seboc.com/events References: Cai, Z., Huang, Q., Liu, H., & Wang, X. (2018). Improving the agility of employees through enterprise social media: The mediating role of psychological conditions. International Journal of Information Management, 38(1), 52–63. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijinfomgt...2025-07-0751 minThe Trailblazer Chronicles: Redefining Leadership For Bold Women with Judy HobermanThe Trailblazer Chronicles: Redefining Leadership For Bold Women with Judy HobermanBreaking Free-Building Financial Freedom Outside The Corporate WorldWhat does it take to walk away from the corporate safety net and build a life, and a business you truly love?In this episode of The Trailblazer Chronicles, I sit down with Laura Maurer, a powerhouse digital strategist who helps women create financial security on their terms. From leaving behind the illusion of “stability” to building something bold, sustainable and aligned, Laura shares the bold moves that transformed her career and the lives of the women she mentors.We talk about:Trusting yourself when there’s no roadmapThe mindset shift from employee to ent...2025-05-2130 minHörspielHörspielPremiere: «Brot weint» von Dominik BernetARD Radio Tatort aus der Schweiz: Laura bringt ihren Kampf gegen den Überwachungsstaat im Jahr 2056 zu sich nach Hause. Ein Cyberangriff hat in Freinau Angst und Schrecken verbreitet, das Aussteigerdorf ist beinah menschenleer – bis auf die Leiche in der Rezeption von Lauras Lodge. Wer das Hörspiel am Radio hören will: Samstag, 17.05.2025, 20.00 Uhr, Radio SRF 2 Kultur Aussergewöhnliche Todesfälle bringen nicht nur Laura Martini und den Ruf Freinaus, sondern auch die Null-Mord-Statistik des allmächtigen SHI (Swiss Health Institute) in die Bredouille. Sie zwingen Laura zu einer so überraschenden wie angespannten Zusammenarbeit mit Luzi Kalberer, Boss des SHI – und Lauras...2025-05-1552 minKrimiKrimiSchweizer Radio Tatort 4: «Brot weint» & Making-of!2056: Das Bergdorf Freinau trotzt Klimawandel, Künstlicher Intelligenz und Überwachungsstaat. Doch als zwei Tote gefunden werden, ist das ein willkommener Anlass für die Behörden, dort genauer nachzuschauen ... Im Anschluss: Making-of! Regisseur Mark Ginzler erzählt, wie ein Hörspiel entsteht. (00:00) Beginn Episode (03:47) Beginn Hörspiel (55:37) Making-Of Gespräch mit Regisseur Mark Ginzler ____________________ Text: Dominik Bernet ____________________ Mit: Karin Pfammatter (Laura), Thomas Sarbacher (Luzi), Urs Jucker (Jack), Julian A. Schneider (Emil), Isabelle Menke (Shelley), Jan Bluthardt (Ronnie), Sabrina Amali (Kiki), Miro Maurer (Vito), Gilles Tschudi (Hector) ____________________ Tontechnik: Tom Willen – Dramaturgie: Susanne Janson – Regie: Mark Ginzler ____________________ Produktion: SRF 2025 für den ARD Radio Tat...2025-05-151h 57Making ContactMaking ContactExposed Part 2: the Human Radiation Experiments at Hunters Point from SF Public PressIn episode two of “Exposed”  from our friends at the San Francisco Public Press, we explore a little-known chapter in San Francisco’s nuclear era: human experiments carried out to assess the health effects of radiation. Scientists from the Naval Radiological Defense Laboratory, located at the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard, designed and executed at least 24 experiments that involved gathering data from humans — in some cases, injecting test subjects with radioisotopes or having them ingest fluids laced with trace amounts of radioactive materials. Even football players from the San Francisco 49ers were enrolled as test subjects in these so-called tracer studies.2025-02-1229 minMaking ContactMaking ContactExposed Part 1: the Human Radiation Experiments at Hunters Point from SF Public PressToday we present the first half of a two-part radio documentary from our friends at the San Francisco Public Press, “Exposed,” opening a window into the little-known history of the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard. The sprawling abandoned naval base, in San Francisco’s southeast waterfront Bayview neighborhood, is currently the site of the city’s largest real estate development project. The base played a key role in the Cold War nuclear era, when it housed a research institution known as the Naval Radiological Defense Laboratory, which studied the human health effects of radiation. In episode one of the podc...2025-02-0529 minKUNSTBLICK ArtistsKUNSTBLICK ArtistsLaura Sperl Ihre Arbeiten bewegen sich an der faszinierenden Schnittstelle von Fotografie, Performance, Tanz und Zeichnung. Inspiriert von der Sonne, nutzt sie immer wieder grundlegende fotochemische Prozesse, um Fotografie, Körper und Landschaft miteinander zu verweben. Dabei wird das Licht selbst zur Malerin.Hallo und herzlich willkommen zu einer neuen Episode von Kunstblick Artists. Am Mikrofon: Sascha Worrich. In dieser Folge möchten wir euch die Künstlerin Laura Sperl vorstellen. Sie hat an der Kunsthochschule Berlin-Weißensee sowie an der Akademie der bildenden Künste in Wien studiert. Ihre Einzelausstellungen präsentierte sie unter anderem in der Galerie Mutuo in Barcelona. Zudem...2025-01-2708 minESA ExploresESA ExploresRoad to the stars: Training for the Moon at LUNAJoin us with ESA astronaut Matthias Maurer as we explore LUNA – our state-of-the-art Moon analogue facility located next to the European Astronaut Centre in Cologne, Germany. A joint project between ESA and DLR, LUNA is designed to simulate the lunar surface and will train astronauts and support a wide range of research and technology development for future missions to the Moon and beyond. This is the first episode of our ESA Explores podcast series diving into everything you want to know about the activities at ESA's European Astronaut Centre. Recorded in August 2024. Find out more ab...2024-09-2428 minPretty Funny BusinessPretty Funny Business2.11 Weak Ties/Strong Bonds, or Why You Shouldn't Employ Your Roommate ft. Laura MaurerIn this episode, Sydney, Lauren, and Laura dive into the magic of those so-called "weak ties" and how they can actually be a game-changer for networking and landing new business opportunities. Laura gets real about how she launched her quirky dinner series, Weak Ties/Strong Bonds (yes, it’s as fun as it sounds), and how it’s been a goldmine for building connections. They also get into the nitty-gritty of email marketing vs. social media—spoiler alert: personalized emails win every time.Of course, it wouldn’t be an episode without some laughs. They share hilarious stories...2024-09-1758 minOutlier\'s Edge Podcast with Niiamah AshongOutlier's Edge Podcast with Niiamah AshongEntrepreneurial Security: Finding Freedom and Fulfillment with Lauren Maurer | Ep 431"You care more about your future than a company does. And so therefore, you can create more safety than a company can."Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Laura Mauer as they dive into the counterintuitive world of entrepreneurship, where taking control of your future can lead to greater security and fulfillment than traditional employment.Welcome to the Outlier's Edge Podcast, hosted by Niiamah Ashong, Founder of Outlier's Edge and Sherpa of the World of Difference. On this podcast, you'll join other high-performing unconventional leaders and entrepreneurs (aka Outliers) as they talk about how they leverage what...2024-03-1337 minLA FOULELA FOULEEpisode #21 | La facilitation en 2030Le 5 octobre 2023, YA+K a organisé à villejuif à LA KASA DE YA+K, la première édition du Festival Faciliter Demain sur le thème : FACILITATION : Un métier à professionnaliser et/ou des compétences transverses à démocratiser ?🫶Notre intention était de réfléchir toutes et tous ensemble à des questions qui nous tiennent à cœur et notamment sur l'avenir de notre profession de facilitateur et de facilitatrice. La question qui était au cœur de notre journée était : "La facilitation, un métier à professionnaliser et/ou des compétences transverses à démocratiser ❓."Pour cette journée, c'était une évidence qu'il nous fallait le form...2024-01-1531 minLife with One EyeLife with One EyeThe Children of Life - Sutra 28: When non-greed is confirmed, a thorough illumination of the how and why of one’s birth comesInspired by Laura Miller, St. Pius X Grade School, the Burns and Maurer Family, Ram Dass, Nina Rao, Krishna Das, Ragu Markus, RamDev, Siddha Ma, Maharaj-ji, Dada Mukerjee, KC Tewari, Bhagwan Dass, Jeffery Cohen, Trace Bonner, Govind Das, East Forest, Jai Uttal, Duncan Trussell, Rameshwar Das, Jack Kornfield, Trudy Goodman, Sharon Salzberg, Mirabai Starr, Mark Whitwell, Jackie Dobrinska and the entire Ram Dass Community.  Audiobook.  Mature listeners only (18+)   2024-01-1437 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownFrom Corporate Hierarchy to Self-Leadership and Empowerment with Siiri MustenIn this episode, Laura talks with Siiri Musten, the founder and CEO of the Future of Work consulting start-up Elewus, and an Impact Investor based in Switzerland. After a corporate career in consulting and HR, she is now following her purpose to accelerate human transformation and sustainable growth in business by designing leadership and organizational development experiences, including a retreat center in Switzerland. She and Laura discuss:How to strategically plan your day and tasks based on your energy levels and circadian rhythms. The role that self-leadership and personal growth play in creating a more empowering w...2023-12-2728 minMaurer & Cik - by Kleine ZeitungMaurer & Cik - by Kleine ZeitungVanillekipferlgate bei SebastianKabarettist Thomas Maurer und Thomas Cik aus der Chefredaktion der Kleinen Zeitung besprechen jede Woche die wichtigsten - und manchmal kuriosesten - Schlagzeilen. In dieser Ausgabe des Nachrichten- und Satire-Podcasts der Kleinen Zeitung geht es um folgende Themen:Ein verhaltensauffälliger Kärntner Wirt sorgte wiederholt für Schlagzeilen. Wer sich mit seinem Instagram-Auftritt beschäftigt, wird sich noch weit mehr wundern.Was brachte die COP 28?Die einstige Grazer FPÖ sorgt mit ihrem Finanzskandal immer wieder für Schlagzeilen. So auch in diesem Fall.Sebastian Kurz gegen Thomas Schmidt - und beide ringen um ihre Glaubwürdigkeit. Der Leitart...2023-12-1530 minHoagartn - Der Podcast aus Garmisch-PartenkirchenHoagartn - Der Podcast aus Garmisch-Partenkirchen#60 Michael Maurer // Skiclub Partenkirchen // NeujahrsspringenNicht Reichtum macht glücklich, Zufriedenheit macht reich. **Nicht Reichtum macht glücklich, Zufriedenheit macht reich. ** Zu Gast im Hoagartn ist Michael Maurer, ist Präsident vom Skiclub Partenkirchen und verantwortlich für das jährliche Neujahrsspringen in Olympia Skistadion Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Er selbst kommt aus einer erfolgreichen Skifahrerfamilie, von daher verwundert es nicht, dass er sich mit Leidenschaft für seine Aufgaben einsetzt. Ein Verein mit 250 Kindern, 42 Trainern in sieben unterschiedlichen Sparten (Ski Alpin, Biathlon, Langlauf, Skisprung, Nordische Kombination, Freestyle, Slopestyle) zu organisieren ist eine große Aufgabe. Eine Aufgabe, welche belohnt wird, wenn es...2023-12-1549 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownUnleash Your Intuition and Creativity: How Ditching Alcohol Enhances Business & Personal Development with Karolina RzadkowolskaIn this episode, we delve into the multifaceted topic of alcohol and its impact on our lives. Laura chats with Karolina Rzadkowolska, a coach, speaker, and author of the bestselling book, Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. We discuss:The emerging alcohol-free movementThe effects of alcohol on neurochemistry and habitsHow cutting out alcohol can positively impact your health, creativity, intuition, and businessHow societal constructs play a role in our relationship with alcoholReframing the role of alcohol in your lifeFollow Karolina:Get The Book and A Free G...2023-12-1335 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownFriendship, Business, and Finding Your Tribe with Alex AlexanderIn this episode, we chat with Alex Alexander, founder, speaker, podcaster, and soon-to-be published author whose work focuses on exploring the dynamics of community and friendship in our daily lives. We discuss:How societal expectations around friendship and community change as we transition from childhood to adulthood.The importance of multiple relationships that serve different needs.How to actively prioritize and maintain friendships while pursuing career success and other life goals.How entrepreneurs can cultivate new communities to support them in that area of their lives.Steps we can take to expand our support system and build friendships...2023-11-2928 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownThe Power Of A Business Pivot: Lessons in Trusting Your Intuition and Leveraging LinkedIn with Molly GodfreyIn this episode, we’re talking about the winding path of entrepreneurship, choosing a business partner, and how to leverage LinkedIn for massive success. Molly Godfrey, a two time entrepreneur, viral content creator, and co-founder of Build Impact Convert, shares her journey from corporate finance to entrepreneurship and how she found success by harnessing the power of LinkedIn, online writing, and vulnerability. We discuss:Leveraging LinkedIn to build your brand and get new clients.Embracing vulnerability and getting visible online.Things to consider when choosing a business partner.How past failures lead to future success.The imp...2023-11-1530 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownBreathing Your Way to Well-Being: A Deep Dive into Breathwork with Lucia OliveiraIn this episode, we have an inspiring conversation with Lucia Oliveira, a breathwork facilitator and pediatric sleep coach. Lucia shares her journey of how she found her calling in helping moms find well-being and navigate motherhood through personalized sleep and breathwork plans. We discuss:Her challenges as a first-time mom, experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety while simultaneously having to close her fitness studio due to the pandemic.How her story took an unexpected turn when she discovered the transformative power of breathwork.How breathwork helps manage stress and boosts creativity.The power of breathwork to regulate the nervous...2023-11-0127 minDigiCom - Growth Marketing PodcastDigiCom - Growth Marketing PodcastEpisode 6: An Interview with Laura Maurer, a Marketing Consultant Laura Maurer digital marketing consultant with the ability to develop creative integrated marketing strategies for clients across verticals. With a deep understanding of the entire digital funnel as well as brick-and-mortar retail, she creates strategic roadmaps that effectively incorporate social media, email marketing, content, and digital partnerships. She's worked with clients of all sizes from small startups to Fortune 100 companies like Amazon and Samsung.She also works as a marketing advisor for ex-corporate women, helping them to launch and scale their service-based businesses & to exceed their corporate income in a year.Connect with Laura on: 2023-10-2520 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownFrom Executive to Entrepreneur: Planning for a Career Transition and Taking the Leap with Renèe BakerIn this episode, we speak with Renèe Baker, the founder and CEO of the RBI Group, whose aim is to transform the landscape of wealth management and create a future where everyone has the keys to unlock financial success. In this episode we discuss:Her unique path from executive to entrepreneur.How an unexpected loss pushed her into entrepreneurship.The importance of having partners and support systems that help you to gain insight and learn from others' experiences.Putting ego aside to learn, work, engage, and grow.Her regrets about not starting her entrepreneurial journey sooner.The i...2023-10-1834 minLiving On The Edge of ChaosLiving On The Edge of Chaos186: Beyond Good Intentions: Making AI Ethics Actionable with Laura MillerIn this episode, I am so excited to share this conversation with Laura Miller who is an AI Ethicist.An innovative and logical-minded AI and Ethics Specialist with an extensive background in creating ethical AI policies, developing strategies and processes to overcome challenges, and providing practical guidance in fast-paced, high-growth companies from start-ups to Fortune 500. Strategic leader with a solid business background and high cultural, ethical, and emotional intelligence. Excels at providing insight, guidance, collaborating across multiple verticals, and creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. I also serve as an advisor, council member, and task force...2023-10-1552 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownNavigating Doubt & Negative Feedback While Building A Successful Business With Melissa OttstadtIn this episode, we have Melissa Ottstadt, a self-taught quarantine era candle maker who transitioned from a career in corporate to entrepreneurship during COVID and established a sustainable and earth-friendly candle brand, The Lys Collective. Melissa discusses:Her unique path from hobbyist to entrepreneur.How candle making became her way of finding solace, creativity, and a cozier home during challenging times. The importance of self-teaching as an entrepreneur.Dealing with challenging customers and clients.The resilience and determination required to start a business and navigate the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.Tune in to gain insights and i...2023-10-0427 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownThe Art Of Non-Skeezy Networking For New Business OwnersIn this episode, Laura talks about the power of networking for new business owners as a way to build valuable connections and create new opportunities. She shares how impactful networking has been for her own business and discusses:Mind-blowing stats around the power of networking.Reframing your approach to networking so it feels natural and authentic instead of sleazy and salesy.The massive power of weak ties.How to leverage your network by creating win-win situations (plus an example of a message that works almost everytime).How to make networking part of your routine.How to shift your...2023-09-2016 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownEmbracing Impostor Syndrome & Charging What You’re Worth with Claire SmithIn this episode, we have Claire Smith, a photographer, photography educator, and business owner who shares her journey from starting a kid's clothing line to discovering her passion for photography. Claire discusses:How to embrace Impostor Syndrome, view it as a sign of progress, and use it to fuel personal growth. The importance of mindset and self-worth when pricing your services as a creative entrepreneur. Her belief in being paid for the value and skill she brings to the table. The role of creativity in maintaining a sense of calm and how being in the flow state during pho...2023-09-0634 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownDebunking the Myth That It's Safer To Stay In Corporate Than Start Your Own BusinessIn this episode, I’m going on a bit of a rant about the idea that it’s safer to stay in a corporate job than to start your own business. Based on my personal experience, and the experience of my clients, I share my thoughts on: Toxic and low-paying corporate roles. The idea that a corporate career is “safe.” The advantages of entrepreneurship when it comes to earning potential and freedom. Actionable tips for those considering leaving corporate jobs.Tune in to gain insights and inspiration from my entrepreneurial journey and advice for anyone who is thinking of...2023-08-2313 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownHow to Build a Calm and Thriving 6-Figure Business with Money Mentor Katy AlmstromIn this episode, Laura Maurer, a business coach and marketing consultant, interviews Katy Almstrom, a money mentor and financial coach. Together, they delve into the world of entrepreneurship, discuss financial freedom, and talk through practical strategies for maintaining a sense of calm while building a thriving business and a fulfilling life.Understanding your individual goals and simplifying your financial strategies.Focusing on long-term financial planning, not just immediate concerns.How to manage money wisely and align your spending with your priorities.How financial freedom empowers intentional money management.How to take control of money decisions, track goals, and...2023-08-0938 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownThe 5 Biggest Roadblocks New Service-Based Business Owners Face (and How To Navigate Them)Welcome to Season Two of "Calm the Hell Down"! In this season, we're taking a business-focused approach, providing tools and insights for service-based startups to build and scale their businesses while maintaining calm. In the first episode, we discuss the five major roadblocks that hinder new startups in their first year.Lack of Clarity: Learn how to envision your desired lifestyle through reflection.Finding Your Why: Identify your motivations beyond surface-level desires like freedom or money. Overthinking and Overplanning: How to start taking action early, even if your idea isn't fully formed.Prioritize Self-Care: Learn how to track y...2023-07-2616 minMaurer & Cik - by Kleine ZeitungMaurer & Cik - by Kleine ZeitungSebastian Kurz und Laura Rudas - wen nimmt Peter Thiel noch?Kabarettist Thomas Maurer und Thomas Cik aus der Chefredaktion der Kleinen Zeitung besprechen jede Woche die wichtigsten Nachrichten – oder jene, die vielleicht mehr Beachtung hätten erfahren sollen.In dieser Woche geht es um diese Themen:Die Grünen haben eine neue Generalsekretärin - und sie erfüllt KlischeesDonald Trump wurde in einem Missbrauchsprozess zu einer Zahlung von 4,5 Millionen Euro verurteilt. Schadet ihm diese Hexenjagd?Die neue Karriere von Tucker CarlsonDie emotionale Verbindung zwischen König Charles und Alexander Van der Bellen - und die Groteske der KrönungHier die Geschichte hinter dem Krönungs-Gewand von Charl...2023-05-1127 minThe Unlearning Podcast with Leslie CottleThe Unlearning Podcast with Leslie Cottle54. How To Stay Calm in Your Business and Life with Laura Maurer | The Unlearning Podcast with Leslie CottleListen to this episode of The Unlearning Podcast, to hear a unique discussion on how to stay calm in your businesses and life. Today's guest, Laura Maurer, is a Business coach and Brand Consultant who is passionate about empowering women to find calm amidst the chaos of entrepreneurship. Laura shares her own experiences and offers practical tips for managing stress, staying focused, and achieving balance - As well as her story about her new retreat center . Tune in to learn how to keep your calm while building a successful business, and how to cultivate the inner harmony...2023-05-0237 minNSL UnscriptedNSL UnscriptedNSL Unscripted | Episode 6 - LTC Dan Maurer Discusses States Encouraging Direct Participation in HostilitiesIn this episode, Lieutenant Colonel Laura West, Solf-Warren Chair and Professor in the National Security Law Department (ADN) at The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School (TJAGLCS), interviews department colleague, Lieutenant Colonel Dan Maurer, about an emerging issue in National Security Law (NSL). LTC Maurer discusses the recently fielded “ePPO” app, a cell phone-accessible program that permits Ukrainian civilians to visually identify, locate, and track the trajectory of airborne threats like Russian drones, helicopters, and rockets. Given a State’s duty to take feasible precautions and constant care to prevent or limit civilian collateral harms, LTC Maurer analyzes whether these...2023-04-1843 minGrounded Through ChangeGrounded Through ChangeConsulting: Flexibility and Professional Growth, Career Insights with Laura MaurerLaura Maurer joins us to discuss how she started her consulting career and building her brand as a Digital Marketing Strategy consultant. Laura helps companies with their digital marketing, acts as interim CMO, and mentors female entrepreneurs - as well as building a retreat center in Ecuador. Laura believes in the importance of recognizing when you are most productive and building a schedule around it and emphasizes the importance of creating relationships with long-term clients. Key takeaways: How personal brand and integrity are both critical components for consultants. How you can utilize LinkedIn...2023-04-0530 minMoonshots Podcast: Superstar mindsets and success habitsMoonshots Podcast: Superstar mindsets and success habitsTake Control and Dream Big by Designing Your Life"Designing your life" intentionally uses design thinking principles to create a fulfilling and meaningful life. The idea is to approach life as a design problem and use the same tools and techniques designers use to create products or services to create a life well-suited to your goals, interests, and values.Become a member here:https://www.patreon.com/MoonshotsSome of the critical benefits of designing your life include the following:Clarifying your goals and values: By taking a deliberate approach to designing your life, you will gain a clearer understanding of what...2023-03-2817 minMoonshots Podcast: Superstar mindsets and success habitsMoonshots Podcast: Superstar mindsets and success habitsReprogram your brain and continuously improve with Robert Maurer's book "The Spirit of Kaizen"Robert Maurer's book "The Spirit of Kaizen" explores the concept of continuous improvement, which is at the heart of the Kaizen philosophy. Kaizen is a Japanese term that refers to the practice of making small, incremental changes to improve processes and outcomes over time. The book delves into how this philosophy can be applied to different areas of life, such as personal growth, work, relationships, and health.Become a member here: https://www.patreon.com/MoonshotsOne of the reasons why "The Spirit of Kaizen" is considered a powerful book is because it offers a...2023-02-2859 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownNavigating Layoffs & Career Changes (and how to use AI to uplevel your skills) with The Change AgentsIn this episode, Laura chats with Fanni Gabor and Tiffany Tagle of The Change Agents, about the state of the job market, how to approach AI thoughtfully, and ways to best position yourself for new opportunities. They discuss how to maintain a positive mindset while looking for a job and why staying involved in your industry and committing to continuous self-growth will make you the best possible candidate.Connect with The Change Agents on LinkedIn and check out their website.Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up for our weekly...2023-02-2230 mindetektor.fm | Wirtschaftdetektor.fm | WirtschaftEpisode 5: Dürfen die das?Eigentlich gibt es in Berlin ein Gesetz, das verhindern soll, dass Wohnraum abgerissen wird. Warum ist dann genau das in Charlottenburg passiert? Zurück in Berlin. Zurück ins Jahr 2017. Der Nachkriegsbau an der Ecke Wieland/Pestalozzi steht noch. Die Mieter:innen wollen nicht hinnehmen, dass ihr Zuhause abgerissen wird. Ralph Kappler, Lehrer an der Sprachschule im Haus in der Pestalozzistraße, organisiert eine Podiumsdiskussion und trommelt die Hausgemeinschaft und namhafte Politiker*innen zusammen. Gibt es Wege, Abriss und Neubau und damit die Verdrängung der Altmieter:innen zu verhindern? Die Hoffnung ruht letztlich auf einem wohnungspolitischen Instrument: dem Verb...2023-02-0934 minTeurer FahrenTeurer FahrenTeurer Wohnen | Episode 5: Dürfen die das?Zurück in Berlin. Zurück ins Jahr 2017. Der Nachkriegsbau an der Ecke Wieland/Pestalozzi steht noch. Die Mieter:innen wollen nicht hinnehmen, dass ihr Zuhause abgerissen wird. Ralph Kappler, Lehrer an der Sprachschule im Haus in der Pestalozzistraße, organisiert eine Podiumsdiskussion und trommelt die Hausgemeinschaft und große Namen aus der Politik zusammen. Gibt es Wege, Abriss und Neubau und damit die Verdrängung der Altmieter:innen zu verhindern? Die Hoffnung ruht letztlich auf einem wohnungspolitischen Instrument: dem Verbot der Zweckentfremdung von Wohnraum. Der Vorgang landet bei Bezirksstadtrat Arne Herz auf dem Tisch. Heute sagt er: Wohnungspolitik schüt...2023-02-0934 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownA Natural Approach To Skin Health (and how deep breathing can transform our skin) with Jen SteenIn this episode, Laura chats with holistic esthetician and founder of Sacred Elements Skincare, Jen Steen, about all things beautiful skin. Jen shares how her own struggles with acne led her to change careers after 15 years in the fashion industry, how simple deep breathing can have a huge impact on skin health and appearance, and the many ways stress can impact our skin. Plus she shares the order in which you should apply your products, her thoughts on Botox and St. Ives Apricot Scrub (IYKYK), and how to understand your own skin triggers.Connect with Jen on...2023-02-0828 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownHealing Ourselves With Psychedelics (and how to engage respectfully with plant medicine) with Amánda ArgotHow can psychedelics be used as an alternative to traditional mental health care? What questions should we ask before engaging with these substances? And how can psychedelics boost neuroplasticity in the brain? In this episode, Laura chats with psychedelic wellness advocate and integration educator Amánda Argot. Amánda shares how her own experience with depression and psychedelics led her to this work, and discusses the exciting progress being made in the research and acceptance of these powerful substances. Laura and Amánda also discuss the importance of integration before and after psychedelic experiences, the questions to ask...2023-01-2536 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownA Manifestation Deep Dive (and how to reset our energy in the new year) with Nicole VillaniThe fact that this episode is coming out on 1/11 is only sort of a coincidence. Today Laura chats with Manifestation & Mindset Coach Nicole Villani about how the smallest tweaks can make the biggest difference, how to control and filter the information we receive, and how to set goals while remaining detached from the outcome. She shares tips on resetting our energy as we head into 2023 and how a daily practice of moving past resistance can help us to bring about our goals and dreams.Connect with Nicole on Instagram and check out her website.Follow...2023-01-1131 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownUnderstanding Psychological Safety (and why it will make you a better leader) with Alexander SchaperWhat is psychological safety? How can it make us more creative and more engaged at work? And how can we cultivate it in our personal and professional lives? In this episode, Laura talks with Alexander Schaper, a Principal Director at Accenture's Talent and Organization practice, where he specializes in organizational culture analytics, team effectiveness and psychological safety. They chat about the science behind psychological safety and the questions we can ask our teammates, friends, and partners to make them feel safe and supported to express themselves fully.Connect with Alex on LinkedIn.Follow Calm The...2022-12-2833 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownThe Power Of Vulnerability (and why we should rethink our accomplishments) with Jake FishbeinWhat is vulnerability? Is it sharing your deepest, darkest secrets? Maybe sometimes. But it can also be something smaller like trying a new restaurant or asking for help at the grocery store. In this episode, Laura talks with Executive & Personal Coach Jake Fishbein about how we can expand our definition of vulnerability, find our purpose, and rethink our goals. They also chat about reframing the concept of accomplishment to focus on who we want to be instead of what we want to achieve.Learn more about Jake on his website.Follow Calm The Hell Down...2022-12-2121 minLiving On The Edge of ChaosLiving On The Edge of Chaos156: My Favorite Failure with Laura McBainTOPICS WE EXPLOREWho is Laura McBain in case you don't already know!How might we best deliver content to young people? AND...How do we bring an asset framework and mindset to our young people and educators?How do we solve the sticky issues that we not yet addressed in our education system?How do we separate the topic of failure from the larger issue in the education system that is so focused in a deficit framed mindset?What happens when a teammate of yours loses their way and fails in front of you? What is our...2022-12-2046 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownAligning Energetically With Animals (and how Reiki helped her follow her dream) with Brianna ScarboroughThis episode is a must-listen for dog owners and lovers! Laura chats with dog trainer and owner of Kapooch, Brianna Scarborough, about all things energy and animals. She shares all about how our energy impacts our dogs (and vice versa), how to more effectively communicate with them, and how to be the leader of the pack. They also chatted about how Reiki gave Brianna the courage to leave her career in retail and follow her dream of working with animals, how dogs can help us to cultivate more calm in our lives, and why focusing on her mental health...2022-12-1426 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownProductivity, Priorities, & Purpose (and why we should rethink them) with Jake KahanaHow do we improve our relationship to work? How can we create environments to help us overcome “distraction spirals”? And what are the three insidious forces that shape how we approach work? In this episode, Laura chats with Jake Kahana, one of the co-founders of Cave Day, a company founded to maximize productivity for individuals and corporations through facilitated deep focus sessions and deep work training. They talk about how we can rethink productivity and focus on priorities, how productivity tools can make you feel like you’re in danger (literally), and why a little bit of jealousy might be a g...2022-12-0729 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownChanging How We Approach Food (and thinking more critically about who is trying to sell you stuff) with Paola AtlasonWhat diet is best for you? How do you compose the ideal plate? And what’s the deal with intermittent fasting? In this episode, Laura chats with Paola Atlason, who left a successful career as a fashion designer at 39 to become a Certified Health and Nutrition Coach. They discuss how we can think more critically about who is trying to sell us products, how we can eat in a way that truly supports us, and how looking at nature can help us understand how we’re supposed to eat.Follow Paola on Instagram and check out her webs...2022-11-3037 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownEnvisioning the Future We Want (and how heartbreaks lead to breakthroughs) with Amer JandaliIn this episode Laura chats with Amer Jandali, the CEO and Founder of Future Meets Present, a social design studio based on a vision of a net zero future, and we covered a lot. How can you give your imagination the scaffolding it needs to create the future you want to see? How can you create the conditions needed to keep your biggest visions front and center? And how can something that breaks your heart lead you to your biggest breakthroughs? So much good stuff in this one.Follow Amer on Instagram and check out Future Meets...2022-11-2339 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownFollowing Our Intuition + Healing Ourselves (and not dating for 2 years) with Leslie CottleWhat does your heart really desire? How can you learn (or relearn) to follow your intuition? And how can we become an energetic match for what we want to create? In this episode, Laura talks with Transformation Coach and meditation teacher Leslie Cottle about the catalysts for transformation, keeping the faith when taking a new path, and developing complete trust that things are working in our favor. Plus, she shares the powerful dating debrief that led her to pause on dating for almost 2 years.Follow Leslie on Instagram and check out her website.Follow Calm...2022-11-1632 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownUnderstanding AI Ethics (and a discussion with a humanoid robot) with Marisa ZalabakAnyone else kind of freaked out about the possibility of robots taking over the earth? 🙋 This week, we chat with Marisa Zalabak, an Educational Psychologist, AI Ethicist, and consultant for Adaptive Leadership and Organizational Culture. She helps to explain the concept of AI Ethics, how we can rethink how we approach tech and AI in our own lives, and why she’s excited for a future where AI is developed from a place of awareness of and care for the end users (ie, us). This conversation was so fascinating and I’m excited to share it!Follow Marisa...2022-11-0945 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownAn Update On Our Move (and getting comfortable trusting the process) with Marina HansenThis week we’re doing things differently. A lot of people were asking for an update on our plans in Ecuador, but instead of doing a solo episode, I asked my best friend to interview me on our next steps and how I’m feeling about them.Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up for our weekly newsletter where we share what’s calming us down. Think puppy GIFs, great new songs, interesting articles, pottery videos, and calming products: https://www.calmthehelldown.co/newsletter On a different note, need digital market...2022-11-0213 minWu Fei\'s Music DailyWu Fei's Music Daily#683 — Triple the tremble 三颤三抖Dear all,Hope you are enjoying a wonderful fall or spring season! I recorded this improvisation yesterday from my home studio in the sunny Nashville, Tennessee. In contrast, I was thinking about some of the music I knew that was created during war time inspired by a conversation with a dear friend recently. As my departure to Europe approaching, I would like to share the a few concert dates I have in the next two weeks if you and/or your friends are near any of these cities. Europe:* Germany 2022-10-2808 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownBuilding A Personal Brand (and 3 tips to help you do it authentically) with Zaina BudayrWhat does it mean to build a personal brand? How can we do it in a way that feels authentic (even if self promotion does NOT come naturally)? And how can we ensure that our self esteem doesn’t become tied to the number of likes we get? In this episode, Laura chats with NYC based yoga and meditation teacher Zaina Budayr who merges her background as a creative producer and brand manager with her work in the wellness field to help businesses grow and connect with their audiences. She shares 3 great rules of thumb to start building your pe...2022-10-2634 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownCreating New Money Stories (and how we sabotage our finances without knowing it) with Natalie J. HallWhat are our money stories? How do our thoughts and feelings around money impact how we show up in the world? And how are we unintentionally sabotaging ourselves when it comes to our finances? In this episode, Laura chats with Business, Wealth & Mindset Mentor Natalie J. Hall about how we can uncover our money stories, reframe our beliefs around money, and create intentional strategies to build wealth. Learn more about Natalie on her website and follow her on Instagram.Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up for our weekly newsletter...2022-10-1932 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownLearning To Surrender (and a surefire way to figure out what needs to shift in your life) with Emily BundelluHow can you build a life that doesn’t just look great, but feels amazing? Why do you need to give yourself space during times of transition? And how can you take aligned action to move towards your goals and the life you want to create? In this episode, Laura speaks with mindset coach Emily Bundellu, about how her “perfect life” came crashing down, how she learned to surrender, and how she helps her clients to build lives that align with their values. Plus, she shares a game she came up with to identify which aspects of your life are in...2022-10-1233 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownQuestioning Our Stories (and finding our “flashlight words”) With Amelia Randolph CampbellHow do the stories we tell ourselves affect our lives? Which ones light us up and which ones hold us back? And how do those stories impact our careers, relationships, and overall well being? In this episode, Laura speaks with the CEO and Founder of ARC Inc, Amelia Randolph Campbell, about how we can reframe our negative stories to live happier, more fulfilling lives. Plus, she shares a simple exercise that helps us find our “flashlight words” and create healthier, more effective relationships with them.Learn more about Amelia on her website and follow her on Instagram....2022-10-0538 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownRegulating Your Nervous System (and understanding why we procrastinate) With Laura LariosWhat does it mean to regulate our nervous system? Why are so many of us dysregulated? And why are we spending so much time in fight or flight mode? In this episode Laura talks with Nervous System Expert Laura Larios about the symptoms of nervous system dysregulation and why it can cause us to procrastinate, get sick, and feel unmotivated. Plus, she shares simple 3 minute exercises you can incorporate into your day to get and stay regulated so you feel calmer, more creative, and more empowered.Learn more about Laura on her website and follow her on...2022-09-2839 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownUnderstanding Your Core Motivations (and building better relationships using the Enneagram) With Sam BaldockWhat is the Enneagram and what do your results say about you? How can it help you improve your relationships and your business? And how do your core motivations impact how you move through the world? In this episode, Laura chats with Mindset Life Coach and an Accredited Enneagram Practitioner Sam Baldock (Samantha Jane Coaching) about each Enneagram type and how understanding them can help you excel in all areas of your life.Learn more about Sam on her website and follow her on Instagram.Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldownco...2022-09-2130 minThe IntellectualThe IntellectualHegel Podcast: PhilosophyPodcasts.OrgEpisode: HegelPub date: 2022-08-25Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationClaudia Melica (Sapienza Università di Roma)  The Owl's flight: Hegel's legacy to contemporary philosophy co-editors: Stefania Achella (Chieti-Pescara), Francesca Iannelli (Roma Tre), Gabriella Baptist (Cagliari), Serena Feloj (Pavia), and Fiorinda Li Vigni (Italian Institute for Philosophic Studies)  https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110709278 This book presents a unique rethinking of G. W. F. Hegel's philosophy from unusual and controversial perspectives in order to liberate new energies from his p...2022-09-1444 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownEating To Ease Anxiety (and why we get hangry) with Meg de JongDoes what we eat affect our anxiety levels? (Spoiler alert: it does.) Why do we get hangry (and hanxious)? And what should we be eating to ease our anxiety? So many people were asking for an episode about nutrition and stress and I couldn’t have found a better person to chat with. In this episode, Certified Holistic Nutritionist Meg De Jong discusses how nutrition impacts our brains and mental health, how more calories can help lessen stress, and who our gut is the second brain.Learn more about Meg on her website and follow her on In...2022-09-1437 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownPreparing For The Worst (and why checklists are so calming) with Certified Professional Organizer C. Lee CawleyCan an emergency checklist calm us down? Does preparing for the worst act as an antidote to stress? And why is checking things off a to-do list SO satisfying? In this episode, Laura chats with Certified Professional Organizer (one of only 400 in the world!) C. Lee Cawley about the most effective and calming ways to organize our homes. Plus, she shares SUCH practical advice for travel prep, emergency prep, and tons more.Learn more about C Lee on her website and follow her on Instagram.Get the FREE travel checklist and emergency documents checklist we...2022-09-0731 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownCultivating Curiosity In Relationships (and why I got a tattoo that represents death) with Monique HardingShould we rethink what we expect of our partners? Are the love languages actually helpful? And what can rats teach us about community? In this episode, Laura chats with therapist and expansion coach Monique Harding about the importance of communication, setting effective boundaries, and how becoming more curious can help us understand our partners in a completely new way.Learn more about Monique’s work on her website, follow her on Instagram, and take her new mini course, The Anxiety Antidote. Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up for our wee...2022-08-3130 minPhilosophyPodcasts.OrgPhilosophyPodcasts.OrgHegel Claudia Melica (Sapienza Università di Roma)  The Owl's flight: Hegel's legacy to contemporary philosophy co-editors: Stefania Achella (Chieti-Pescara), Francesca Iannelli (Roma Tre), Gabriella Baptist (Cagliari), Serena Feloj (Pavia), and Fiorinda Li Vigni (Italian Institute for Philosophic Studies)  https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110709278 This book presents a unique rethinking of G. W. F. Hegel's philosophy from unusual and controversial perspectives in order to liberate new energies from his philosophy. The role Hegel ascribes to women in the shaping of society and family, the reconstruction of his anthropological and psychological perspective, his approach to human nature, the rel...2022-08-2644 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownReframing Negative Thoughts (and why we should delete social media apps each day) with Ellie SwiftWhy is it that our brains always go to the most negative thought? How can we reframe our inner critic? What is the feedback loop from hell (and how can we get out of it)? This week, Laura chats with her business coach Ellie Swift about how burnout led her to a “living room floor moment” that changed her career, taking a fear inventory, and asking “Is that actually true?”Listen to Ellie’s podcast Shine Online with Ellie Swift, follow her on Instagram, and check out her website. Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram...2022-08-2435 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownAyurveda 101 (and why wellness needs to be decolonized) with Jyoti ChaddaCan oil massage alleviate racing thoughts? Can adding coriander to your food cool you down? And how can we engage with wellness practices with integrity? In this episode, Laura chats with Jyoti Chadda, founder of My Wellness Company and host of the Decolonizing Wellness podcast about the complex system of Ayurveda, the doshas, her journey back to her roots, and the 3 Rs of decolonizing wellness. Learn more about Jyoti’s offerings on her website, follow her on Instagram, and listen to her podcast.Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up for...2022-08-1744 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownReconnecting With Our Cyclic Nature (and why you’re more likely to close a deal when you're ovulating) with Charlotte PointeauxWhat is our cyclic nature? How have we gotten so disconnected from it? And how can understanding your cycle help you kick ass at work? In this episode, Laura talks with award-winning cycle coach, speaker, and podcaster Charlotte Pointeaux about how we can develop a deeper understanding of our cycles, why we need to listen to our bodies way more, and how we can turn our period into our superpower. Follow Charlotte on Instagram, listen to her podcast, and check out her website. Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up fo...2022-08-1046 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownThrowing Lots of Balls In The Air (and why he doesn't talk to his partner for the first 4 hours of the day) with Anton BrandtHow can we quickly re-center and calm down throughout the day? How can we give ourselves the time and space to go after big goals? And what's the benefit of throwing a lot of balls in the air at once? In this episode, Laura sits down with yoga teacher Anton Brandt to discuss this, and how he created a stunning 275 acre retreat center in coastal Portugal. Follow Anton  on Instagram: @antonbrandtCheck out The Sacred Fig and FigFlix.Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up for our weekly ne...2022-08-0330 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownDesigning for Calm (and why clutter is killing us) with Angela MazziHow can we design our spaces in a way that calms us down? How does design affect introverts and extroverts differently? And why is clutter killing us? In this episode, Laura sits down with architect Angela Mazzi to discuss these things, as well as what she and Fabricio should keep in mind when building the retreat center.Check out Angela’s website, subscribe to Architecting, and follow her on Instagram: @architectingpodcastFollow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up for our weekly newsletter where we share what’s calming us down. Thin...2022-07-2744 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownFinding Purpose Through Grief (and why we need more women business owners) with Lauryn LaszczakWhat can we learn from grief? How does grief manifest itself? And can it put us on a new path? In this episode, Laura talks with Lauryn Laszczak about the loss of her son and how, through her grief, she was able to find new purpose.Follow Lauryn on Instagram: @iam_laurynListen to the Loss & Light Podcast.Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up for our weekly newsletter where we share what’s calming us down. Think puppy GIFs, great new songs, interesting articles, pottery videos, and ca...2022-07-2749 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownWhen I Knew I Needed to Calm the Hell Down (and a bit about building a retreat center)What's this podcast about anyway? In the first episode, Laura shares why she felt called to start Calm the Hell Down, how she hopes it will help listeners, and the story behind how she and Fabricio decided to build a retreat center and remote working sanctuary on the coast of Ecuador.Follow Calm The Hell Down on Instagram: @calmthehelldowncoSign up for our weekly newsletter where we share what’s calming us down. Think puppy GIFs, great new songs, interesting articles, pottery videos, and calming products: https://www.calmthehelldown.co/newsletter On a dif...2022-07-2706 minCalm The Hell DownCalm The Hell DownWelcome to Calm the Hell DownCalm The Hell Down is a podcast that explores how we can cultivate a sense of calm in a world that is anything but. When we’re calm, we’re better at everything we do - work, relationships, friendships, you name it. But in our high pressure culture, we need tools to help us stay grounded so we can be more creative, engaged, and present. Listen each week as we talk with experts who share unexpected ways that we can lead calmer and more joyful lives. From relationship coaches to hypnotherapists to architects to climate change experts, you’ll hear f...2022-07-1101 min