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A Life Worth WorkingThe Sh*t Pile Episode with Damon DavisIn this Sh*t Pile episode of "A Life Worth Working," postdisciplinary artist Damon Davis discusses the concept of enough-ness and how sometimes the most challenging experiences come from the relationships closest to you. 2025-06-1207 min
A Life Worth WorkingHow Can We See beyond Labels? Damon Davis's Guide to Wonder-filled LivingIn this episode of "A Life Worth Working," hosts Dana Allen Walsh and Michelle Weise chat with award-winning post-disciplinary artist Damon Davis. Exploring a vast array of mediums—illustration, painting, printmaking, music, film, and public art—Damon emphasizes that the true art lies in the process of creation, not merely the finished product. He shares how his diverse experiences and unyielding curiosity fuel his artistic evolution, illustrated by his latest project, "Ligeia Mare," a science fiction opera. This episode dives into how imagination, vulnerability, and relentless self-awareness can lead to a truly fulfilling artistic life. Join the conversation to expl...2025-06-1014 min
A Life Worth WorkingThe Sh*t Pile Episode with Kwaku AningMichelle & Dana dive into musician-turned-consultant Kwaku Aning’s story of heartbreak, evolution, and redirection. From the residue of his pain and experience, he’s built a new path—proof that nothing is wasted and that our failures shape who we become.2025-06-0505 min
A Life Worth WorkingUnleashing Curiosity: Kwaku Aning's Journey from Classroom to ConsultingIn this episode of 'A Life Worth Working,' hosts Dana Alan Walsh and Michelle Weise delve into the fascinating journey of Kwaku Aning of Retro-Futurism consulting. Kwaku shares his story of how the traits that once got him in trouble—curiosity and constant chatter—eventually became his greatest assets. Discover how these gifts led him from teaching music at a charter school in Harlem to a versatile career, connecting people and ideas in innovative ways. 2025-06-0328 min
A Life Worth WorkingThe Sh*t Pile Episode with Scarlett LewisIn this Shit Pile Episode of "A Life Worth Working," Scarlett Lewis, founder of the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement, shares how she transformed unimaginable pain into purpose after losing her son at Sandy Hook. Scarlett discusses facing challenges and finding the good that can emerge from difficult experiences, showing us that nothing is wasted.2025-05-2910 min
A Life Worth WorkingCan Our Deepest Pain Reveal Our Professional Purpose? Scarlett Lewis's Calling after Sandy HookIn this deeply moving episode, Scarlett Lewis shares her remarkable journey of transforming personal tragedy into a global movement. After losing her son Jesse in the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy, Scarlett was inspired by a message left by her son to start the Choose Love Movement. She discusses how this movement focuses on social-emotional learning, courage, gratitude, forgiveness, and compassion in action, aiming to provide essential life skills for flourishing. Scarlett provides insights into how her purpose evolved through this tragedy and highlights the importance of choosing love over fear. Her story serves as a powerful example of...2025-05-2739 min
A Life Worth WorkingThe Sh*t Pile Episode with Jeffrey RosenIn this special sh*t pile episode of A Life Worth Working with Jeffrey Rosen, President of the National Constitution Center, reflects candidly on a painful public critique early in his career that forced him to confront his ego and embark on a profound inner journey.2025-05-2204 min
A Life Worth WorkingFinding Virtue in a Distracted World: Jeffrey Rosen on the Pursuit of HappinessWhat does it take to live a life of purpose and principle? In this compelling episode, hosts Dana Walsh and Michelle Weise engage in a rich conversation with Jeffrey Rosen, President of the National Constitution Center, as he reflects on the defining moments and habits that have shaped his life. From his early inspirations and intellectual awakenings to the quiet power of deep reading and the discipline of morning rituals, Rosen offers a rare glimpse into how character is forged.Listeners will also explore how the Founding Fathers’ timeless wisdom and the pursuit of self-mastery are not ju...2025-05-2022 min
A Life Worth WorkingThe Sh*t Pile Episode with Meredith ParfetIn this bonus episode, Meredith talks about how she "found the courage out of the ashes of [her] life." You're not going to want to miss this extra episode of A Life Worth Working. 2025-05-1504 min
A Life Worth WorkingSearching for Work that Matters? Meredith Parfet on Trading Hedge Funds for Hospice WorkIn this episode of 'A Life Worth Working,' hosts Michelle Weise and Dana Walsh explore the profound impact of mortality with guest Meredith Wilson Parfet, CEO of Raven Yard. Meredith's journey began with personal tragedies that led her to a deep exploration of death and dying. From sitting with the dying as a hospice volunteer to becoming a death doula and chaplain, she integrates her experiences to help others navigate grief and crisis. The episode delves into how confronting death can lead to a richer, more authentic life, challenging societal norms around invincibility and immortality.2025-05-1320 min
A Life Worth WorkingIs It Ever Too Late to Start Over? Comedy Writer Jacob Lentz Becomes Dr. LentzWelcome to 'A Life Worth Working' hosted by Michelle Weise and Dana Walsh. In this episode, they interview Jacob Lentz, a former comedy writer turned ER doctor. Jake shares his remarkable career pivot from writing for TV and experiencing the unpredictability of Hollywood, to attending medical school and becoming a doctor. He discusses the challenges, failures, and curiosities that fueled his journey, and his time volunteering in an ER to understand his calling. Tune in to hear about Jake's unique path, the importance of resilience and curiosity, and the profound lessons learned from interacting with people during their difficult...2025-05-0616 min
A Life Worth WorkingThe Sh*t Pile Episode with Dr. Jacob LentzIn this Sh*t Pile episode of “A Life Worth Working,” hosts Michelle Weise and Dana Walsh chat with Jacob Lentz, a former comedy writer turned emergency room doctor. Jake shares a story about how Hollywood strangely prepared him well for the slog and grind of going through medical school while also becoming a commissioned officer in the Navy Reserves.2025-05-0105 min
A Life Worth WorkingIs Your Job Taking over Your Life? Simone Stolzoff on Finding Fulfillment beyond WorkIn this episode of A Life Worth Working, hosts Michelle Weise and Dana Allen Walsh sit down with Simone Stolzoff, author of The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work. Simone shares his journey from avoiding a writing career in favor of stable, writing-adjacent jobs to finally embracing his calling as an author. He discusses the risks of a work-centric culture, the importance of creating boundaries, and finding fulfillment through multiple facets of identity. Simone emphasizes developing "evergreen characteristics" and diversifying sources of meaning beyond work. Tune in to explore practical tips for a balanced and purpose-driven life.2025-04-2917 min
A Life Worth WorkingThe Sh*t Pile Episode with Simone StolzoffAuthor Simone Stolzoff shares his way of thinking about the manure-like experiences in our lives and the tradeoffs we have to consider making. 2025-04-2405 min
A Life Worth WorkingNothing Wasted | The Sh*t PileOnce you subscribe to “A Life Worth Working” (wherever you get your podcasts), you'll get a special little episode delivered every Thursday: a precious, little gem we lovingly call a "Shit Pile Episode" (yep, we curse here—and it's totally OK!). Each guest shares the shittiest moment of their careers and how vital and life-giving those moments ended up being. And then the following Tuesday, you’ll get to hear a full episode with that particular guest. But heads up: we don’t repeat the Thursday stories in the Tuesday ones, so subscribe now! You definitely don't want...2025-04-2201 minA Life Worth WorkingNothing Wasted: Finding the Soul of WorkIn this introductory episode of "A Life Worth Working," hosts Michelle Weise, an education and workforce strategist, and Dana Allen Walsh, a senior pastor, discuss their journey in learning to podcast and explore the deeper aspects of finding purpose and meaning in work. They share personal stories about transitioning careers and questioning their callings, drawing on the concept that "nothing is wasted." Michelle shares her journey from academia and disruptive innovation to focusing on fulfillment, while Dana reflects on her unexpected path to becoming a pastor. They emphasize that finding one's calling involves both inner reflection and community validation...2025-04-1517 minA Life Worth WorkingA Life Worth Working Trailer“A Life Worth Working” is a podcast hosted by a disruptive innovation expert and a reverend, but it's not a religious podcast. We feature the gloriously messy stories about career paths that we like to call the spaghetti pathways of our work lives. Even those who appear to have it all figured out are fumbling their way through. Our guests talk about the pitfalls, the whispers they couldn’t ignore, or the moments of release that enabled them to jump to something unexpected. And perhaps most importantly, they talk about the messiest, hardest, and most painful parts of their journe...2025-04-0501 min
Peds-CenteredEthics in the ED: Part 1Send us a textIn this episode, the first of a two-part series, I speak with Dr. Kristina Brumme, who is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician with expertise in medical ethics. This episode focuses on the frameworks of ethical principles, coercion vs. persuasion in health decisions, end-of-life decisions, the ethics of pediatric readiness, and our duty as subspecialists to partner with and provide support to hospitals and health systems that do not have high levels of resources. Below is one of the AAP Policy Statements relevant to our discussions:Weise KL, Okun AL, Carter BS...2025-03-2146 min
ENDEFFEKT True Crime mit PadiER wollte SIE für sich allein .. Der Fall Michelle HerndonHallo ihr Lieben,Michelle Ann Herndon hatte ihr ganzes Leben noch vor sich, als sie im November 2005 tot in ihrer Wohnung aufgefunden wurde. Keiner kann sich erklären warum und vor allem woran Michelle gestorben ist. Was ist mit ihr passiert ? Und wer ist für ihren Tod verantwortlich?—Hier kommt ihr zu meinem YouTube Kanal:👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwez0FS-XrnefmFxmmBGz2gIhr möchtet meinen Kanal unterstützen : 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/3Ja0bUJ👉🏻Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padi.iii/👉🏻Impressum: In der Kanal Info (YouTube)—2025-03-151h 11
ENDEFFEKT True Crime mit PadiKannte sie sein dunkles Geheimnis ? Der Fall Michelle MockbeeHallo ihr Lieben,
Als die 42 Jahre alte Michelle Mockbee am 29.Mai.2012 morgens zur Arbeit fährt, sollte es ein Tag, genau wie jeder andere im Leben der glücklich verheirateten zweifachen Mutter werden….
Doch Michelle wird nie wieder nach Hause zu ihrer Familie zurückgekommen… denn kurz nachdem sie in ihrem Büro angekommen ist, passiert etwas unfassbares…
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Hier kommt ihr zu meinem YouTube Kanal:
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Ihr möchtet meinen Kanal unterstützen :
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👉🏻Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pa...2024-12-0444 min
Reise nach NarniaDas Ende der GeschichteAslan uns sein Gefolge gewinnen den Kampf gegen die Weiße Hexe. Die Pevensie-Geschwister werden Könige und Königinnen und herrschen lange Jahre über Narnia - bis sie eines Tages auf der Jagd nach dem weißen Hirsch, der Wünsche erfüllen kann, in einen Wald geraten, der ihnen bekannt vorkommt... und wieder durch den Wandschrank als Kinder zurück in unsere Welt purzeln. Dem Professor erzählen sie ihre Erlebnisse und er macht ihnen Mut: bestimmt werden sie wieder nach Narnia kommen - nur auf einem anderen Weg.
Am Ende erhalten Steffi und Michelle glanzvoll...2024-10-1942 minReise nach NarniaDas Ende der GeschichteAslan uns sein Gefolge gewinnen den Kampf gegen die Weiße Hexe. Die Pevensie-Geschwister werden Könige und Königinnen und herrschen lange Jahre über Narnia - bis sie eines Tages auf der Jagd nach dem weißen Hirsch, der Wünsche erfüllen kann, in einen Wald geraten, der ihnen bekannt vorkommt... und wieder durch den Wandschrank als Kinder zurück in unsere Welt purzeln. Dem Professor erzählen sie ihre Erlebnisse und er macht ihnen Mut: bestimmt werden sie wieder nach Narnia kommen - nur auf einem anderen Weg.
Am Ende erhalten Steffi und Michelle glanzvoll...2024-10-1942 min
D2L's Teach & LearnWhat Living Longer Means for the Future of Work and Education With Dr. Michelle WeiseThis is how a typical work life unfolds: we get an education, then a job and after 40 years or so at that job, we retire. But experts say, that won’t work in the future. (Pardon the pun). People are living longer, healthier lives. Now, before you start planning an extra, extra-long retirement, consider that the longer you live, the longer you’ll need to stay in the workforce. And the more important life-long learning will become. People will need to be able to work while gaining the competencies and skills required for jobs that don’t exist y...2024-10-1034 minReise nach NarniaAlles verwandelt! - Der König von Narnia, Kapitel 11+12Edmund muss im Schlitten der Hexe mitfahren und realisiert, dass er sich auf die falsche Seite gestellt hat. Während sie unterwegs sind hält der Frühling Einzug und wie im Zeitraffer verändert sich die weiße Winterwelt in eine blühende Landschaft. Währenddessen lernen die anderen Geschwister Aslan kennen und Peter tötet einen Wolf, der Susan bedroht.
Steffi Lieblingssatz in dieser Folge lautet: "des isch so cool beschrieben!" und Michelle entdeckt seit kurzem überall Löwen...
Seid ihr Frühlingsfans?
#reisenachnarnia #fuernarniaundfueraslan #narnia #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #cslewis
2024-09-2851 minReise nach NarniaAlles verwandelt! - Der König von Narnia, Kapitel 11+12Edmund muss im Schlitten der Hexe mitfahren und realisiert, dass er sich auf die falsche Seite gestellt hat. Während sie unterwegs sind hält der Frühling Einzug und wie im Zeitraffer verändert sich die weiße Winterwelt in eine blühende Landschaft. Währenddessen lernen die anderen Geschwister Aslan kennen und Peter tötet einen Wolf, der Susan bedroht.
Steffi Lieblingssatz in dieser Folge lautet: "des isch so cool beschrieben!" und Michelle entdeckt seit kurzem überall Löwen...
Seid ihr Frühlingsfans?
#reisenachnarnia #fuernarniaundfueraslan #narnia #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #cslewis
2024-09-2851 min
EduTrendsEp. 33 - Michelle Weise – Lifelong Learning: a new paradigm for education in the 21st CenturyIn this episode, Prof. Weise and José Escamilla talk about her most recent book about Lifelong Learning and the future of work, and the need to start planning for uncharted territories in education and life in the 21st century. Join José 'Pepe' Escamilla, Associate Director of IFE, in this week's episode. A Podcast by Tec Sounds Podcasts.2024-09-0937 minEduTrendsEp. 33 - Michelle Weise – Lifelong Learning: a new paradigm for education in the 21st CenturyIn this episode, Prof. Weise and José Escamilla talk about her most recent book about Lifelong Learning and the future of work, and the need to start planning for uncharted territories in education and life in the 21st century. Join José 'Pepe' Escamilla, Associate Director of IFE, in this week's episode. A Podcast by Tec Sounds Podcasts.2024-09-0937 min
How We WorkPreparing for Jobs That Don't Exist Yet With Dr. Michelle WeiseCollaboration, communication, and problem-solving are a few skills you often see pop up in job descriptions, but for years, they have been relegated to "soft skills." They're helpful, but not essential especially compared to experience in a certain role. However, that's changing. As technology is advancing, new jobs are being created every year. And because no one has experience in a job that has yet to exist, one's ability to learn, adapt, and work with others becomes vital to doing that job well. Dr. Michelle Weise is the author of the award-winning "Long Life Learning...2024-06-2633 min
Road to AmbitionPreparing Teens For The Workforce | Dr. Michelle WeiseToday on the Road to Ambition podcast, we sit down for a conversation with author and strategist, Dr. Michelle Weise. Remi and Michelle discuss the important role mentors can play in the life of a young person, the importance of teens knowing all that is available in the modern workforce, and the necessity of practicing the skill of empathy in work and life. Thank you, Michelle, for your insight and expertise!
Show Links:
- Long Life Learning: Preparing for Jobs that Don't Even Exist Yet by Michelle Weise - https://www.amazon.com/Long-Life-Learning-Preparing-Exist/dp/111959748X
- Rise & Design...2024-05-2750 min