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Mindset Power TalkE6:S2 Stefan A. Shterev: Two-thirds of the way to yourself. Focusing on what truly matters.Despite the many questions asked, interviews, and publicity… he pauses to think before he answers. And he doesn’t mind not having a ready-made sentence for the moment.Honest. Natural. Aware… to a certain degree (2/3-rds ☺)I didn’t see his body dance (he graduated in Synthetic Stage Art, studied at the Amsterdam-Maastricht Summer University, International School of Theatre Anthropology, the "Body Unlimited" program in Novi Sad, and went through danceWeb – Wien…), but I felt his thoughts dance between themes like death, anger, what we leave behind, are we of any use to anyone?Artist. Actor. Produce...2025-03-281h 16
Mindset Power TalkE5:S2 Tunio Zafer: EMPATHY. CURIOSITY. AI. A Conversation About Leadership and HumanityHe leads his own Bulgarian company—with over 21 million customers!An entrepreneur and a leader who speaks effortlessly about human nature, empathy, and, of course, artificial intelligence.His company, pCloud, ranks among the world's top 5 cloud service providers, alongside Google, Dropbox, and iCloud.With a team of just 60 people (whom he often calls “geniuses” 😊), he achieves results that typically require over 1,000 employees at his global competitors.Tunio Zafer is one of those people who speak softly and calmly, yet you can easily imagine him as a perpetual motion machine when a new idea takes hol...2025-02-271h 20
Mindset Power TalkE4:S2 Stefani Ivanova: VIOLENCE IS NOT A CONVERSATION! Love doesn’t leave bruises! …A shared story – about domestic violence and mental health.A few weeks ago, Stefani posted photos of bruises on her face and revealed that she was a victim of domestic violence. On Facebook, she shared that it took her a long time to gather the courage to speak out and share her perspective on the incident, which sparked a wave of outrage on social media.She also stepped in front of the camera for the Mindset Power Talk podcast—not just to share her personal story with Milena Hadzhiivanova, but to help raise awareness about the issue of domestic violence.But Stefani is so mu...2025-02-271h 04
Mindset Power TalkE3:S2 VICTORIA: To sing... YOURSELF…about the courage to show your demons and stay true to yourself!She is brave!
🎶 She speaks through her songs. She does not hide her emotions or her “dark side.” She wants to reach and help those who listen to her.
She stays true to herself, even if it costs her some popularity, especially in Bulgaria.
She is the only artist from Eastern Europe to have been featured on the #AppleMusic global cover—standing alongside worldwide stars like Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus, and others.
In 2019, she was selected to represent Bulgaria at Eurovision 2020 in Rotterd...2025-01-301h 18
Mindset Power TalkE2:S2 Iren Dikova-Dimitrov: A Transplanted World Champion – It’s Not a Title. IT’S A MINDSET!🌟 She says “YES to life!”Iren has a destiny that some might call challenging, a life that others would live with limitations – but not her.
Part of her personal story involves a condition called cystic fibrosis, triggered by a severe bout of pneumonia.
⛷️ She lived with a steadily declining lung capacity that dropped to less than 30%. This didn’t stop her from strapping an oxygen device into her backpack, skiing, and living life to the fullest.
Until one day in 2016, while being transported in an ambulance due to her worsening condition, her fate was decide...2025-01-161h 15
Mindset Power TalkE1:S2 MARIO BAKALOV: LESSONS FROM THE COCKPIT. Is There a Plan B in Life?
He’s a pilot—a Bulgarian aviation pilot and the only one to date who has successfully landed the world’s largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380, during a demonstration flight at Sofia Airport.
This impressive aircraft has the following dimensions:
Length: 72.72 meters
Wingspan: 79.75 meters
Height: 24.09 meters
Wing area: 845 square meters
The historic event took place on October 16, 2016, after several years of intensive work to organize it. Thousands gathered at and around Sofia Airport to witness the landing and, three hours later, the takeoff of this giant aircraft. With this feat, Mario Bakalov secured his place...2024-12-231h 21
Mindset Power TalkE27:S1 Dr. Ivaila Kamenova and Dr. Nikola Tsonev: PANIC ATTACKS, ANXIETY, AGGRESSION? A conversation with two psychiatrists 2024-12-231h 16
Mindset Power TalkE25:S1 Elena Petrova: ABOUT DEPRESSION, femininity, acting and authenticity."Peyo, I’m tired of following you, tired of being your
shadow, of tracking your impulses towards this or that maiden! I want everything or nothing! I want your soul and your heart!”
This is a part of a performance where she embodies the role of Lora Karavelova. One of the many characters she immerses herself in.
She is a mother, actress, friend, daughter, person!
She is Elena Petrova.
She took on a television acting role for the first time in
the film “The Goat Horn” in 1994, at just 19 years of age....2024-08-151h 29
Mindset Power TalkE24:S1 Georgi Milkov: CURIOUS MIND... from assassins and war zones to magical placesGeorgi Milkov or the man who writes stories with his life.
He paints a portrait of Gaddafi, sings a duet with the great Cesária Évora, learns up close how to distinguish the good from the bad Taliban, has 500 pages of published stories and probably tons more - unpublished.
He is known as:
• International reporter, war correspondent, TV host, magazine editor-in-chief.
• He was a correspondent in Tripoli during the trial of the Bulgarian nurses.
• Longtime war correspondent in the Middle East and Africa, writing on issues of terrorism, security, and international relations.
• Not only does he show re...2024-08-151h 30
Mindset Power TalkE22:S1 Galya Shtarbeva: "Blank page, to write... YOURSELF."She is a familiar face from the television screen. Successful, proven, with all the opportunities to stay in her comfort zone. But choices lead her to the blank page, to write and rewrite herself...
She is Galya Shtarbeva and she is the author of the show "Da hvanesh gorata" (To Embrace the Wilderness).
She has been working at NOVA for 25 years as a journalist, anchor of the main news program, and producer of "The Topic of Nova". She is the author of numerous award-winning documentaries. She produced "City of Dreams", which is the first documentary...2024-07-191h 11
Mindset Power TalkЕ23:S1 Svetla Lesova: With an Open MIND.
She has the appearance of a delicate lady, but her open mind leads her through various paths in business – from corporate growth (regional and global positions) to entrepreneurship. With all the mindset shifts, skills, and behaviors enabling such growth.
For nearly five years, Svetla Lesova managed the Bulgarian company of the world leader in chocolate, biscuits, gum, and candy production, Mondelez International.
In the same company, she has been the Director of "Sales and Strategies" for Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa for two and a half years, with responsibilities in 90 countries.
For nearly ten years, sh...2024-07-181h 28
Mindset Power TalkE20:S1 Petar Baykov: 50 Voices Outside + 1 - INSIDE! The Images That Make You Hear YourselfPetar Baykov is a Bulgarian film, theater, and voice actor, singer, producer, influencer, businessman, and model. He is mainly involved in dubbing movies, series, and commercials in Bulgarian and English.
However, he is more than that – he is a DREAMER, but not just any dreamer, a consistent, dedicated, goal-oriented, and accomplished DREAMER. From a young age, he dreamed of drawing, singing, and telling fairy tales by changing his voice… and that's exactly what he does. With much love and inspiration, he illustrated, composed the music, and voiced all the characters in his first fairy tale - "Snow Whit...2024-06-071h 10
Mindset Power TalkE18:S1 Georgi Toshev: Discovering the World through Self-KnowledgeWhen you start communicating with him, it's like returning to a warm and cozy place by the fire, anticipating a new story, wisdom, meaning.
He has the voice and presence of a true storyteller.
Georgi Toshev is the most-read author of biographical books in Bulgaria. Nevena Kokanova, Tatyana Lolova, Tsvetana Maneva, Katya Paskaleva, Georgi Partsalev, Naum Shopov, Bogdana Karadocheva, and Stefan Dimitrov have shared their thoughts with him and have allowed him close access to their worlds.
He met with one of the most famous people in the world, produced 12 seasons of "Before...2024-05-091h 26
Mindset Power TalkE17:S1 Simona Dyankova: Olympic Gold, but in reality - a Medal for RESILIENCE!She is graceful, elegant, delicate... yet not so fragile.
She is a person who, despite the "No" moments in her life, has a Medal for RESILIENCE.
She is the captain of our historic rhythmic gymnastics team that brought home the gold from the Tokyo 2020 Olympics (held in 2021).
She can't remember why she didn't give up; many in her position would have. Her dream begins to come true slowly, gradually, and late, but not too late.
Professional sports aren't for everyone. But those who reach the top have precisely the toughness and...2024-04-241h 15
Mindset Power TalkЕ16:S1 Kamen Alipiev - Kedara: Let's Knock on Kedar ;) For the lessons from Sports and Beyond.Sports Missionary, Yet a Small Encyclopedia
A person who has accumulated experience not because of age, but because of the ability to analyze what is happening. Open to learning and experimenting.
Kamen Alipiev - Kedara is a prominent urban bohemian who, by coincidence, gains fame as a sports journalist and commentator.
Married to Bulgarian National Television in 1987 before he turned 21, the marriage lasted 32 years and was ended by the bride at the end of the summer of 2019. Despite still loving his ex-wife greatly, he now enjoys his freedom and embarks on various adventures...2024-04-101h 24Mindset Power TalkE15:S1 Atanas Mesechkov: GIVE A HUG...TODAY!…For the dances, the people, and the important thingsWe know his soul from the dances.
We've seen him with passion in his eyes and posture, with tenderness and care in his support. We've also seen him in pain last week, dancing with a broken toe on the same day.
But here, in this episode, we dive into the depth. Without sensationalism or cheap news, rather into his lessons and mindfulness.
Atanas Mesechkov is a Balkan champion in sports dances and holder of the title "Champion of Bulgaria". His name seems to be synonymous with the art of dance in the...2024-04-101h 00
Mindset Power TalkE14:S1 Mitko Pavlov - without clichés about (un)known topics and fears...He wakes up very early and manages to make everyone laugh. Definitely one of the most beloved radio hosts in the Bulgaria, not only because of his unique sense of humor and strong convictions but also because of his particularly good taste in both valuable and quirky music.
An actor and television presenter who has managed to impose himself with his own style and authenticity. His words flow uncontrollably and sometimes in strange directions.
But when Mitko faced Milena in Mindset Power Talk, it was all about code name: SEA ;)
We hadn't seen Mitko Pavlov serious and analytical before...2024-03-131h 06
Mindset Power TalkE13:S1 Dimiter Ivanov: LET'S SMILE AT EACH OTHER.. JUST FOR A WHILE!
Change the world with imagination!
Dimitar Ivanov - Kapitana is the first Bulgarian ventrologist, stand-up comedian, actor, and playwright. He is the winner of the Golden Mic Awards 2022. Last year, he rocked Hall 1 at the National Palace of Culture in Sofia, and this year he is about to rock the whole of Bulgaria with his National tour "I'm Not Joking", which started on February 12th in Shumen and will end on May 9th in Dimitrovgrad – a total of 31 cities.
He loves what he does, appreciates what he has, and fights every day for what he wants to achieve, which is...2024-02-281h 04
Mindset Power TalkE12:S1 Maria Silvestar: DEER PIONEER - for conscious failures, inner dialogue, and learningMaria Silvestar... here we usually publish a brief introduction, but in this case - it's impossible.
A universe of emotions, an endless source of stories, a deep self awareness, lots of laughter…to tears, and so honest when it comes to her failures.
She declared herself with her beauty, but things didn’t stoped there. She began her career as a model - in the mid 90s - in Bulgaria, Turkey, Italy, and South Africa.
Her television career began as a scriptwriter on the show "Na kafe," but what makes her one of the most recognizable hosts in Bulgaria are her...2024-02-141h 45
Mindset Power TalkЕ11:S1 Katya Antonova: Talking with the kid...INSIDE YOU
🎙️She is Katya Antonova - the author of the most read children's books in Bulgaria, a publisher, and owner of the "Ribka" publishing house. She is a mother of 4 beautiful children and an inspiration to thousands across the country.
WHAT NOT EVERYONE KNOWS IS THE CHILD...IN HER.
How often does Katya turn to it? What do they say to each other? Why and when does she choose herself over anyone else? Listen to what she shared with Milena Hadzhivanova.
About quality time with children. About the EGO. About authenticity. About...2024-01-311h 21
Mindset Power TalkE10:S1 WITH A MIND OF A CHAMPION…AT ONLY 17. The First Bulgarian with a Shot at Formula 1.
🎙 Nikola has a dream and a real chance to become the first Bulgarian in Formula 1.
He has gained the trust of people outside Bulgaria, and now it's time for us to support him so that the "Bulgarian lion" can give his best and make us proud.
🏎️ Background: After discovering his talent for motorsports, Nikola embarked on a course of victories and successes. He won the WSK Open Cup in the "Mini" class in the 2019 season with the Italian team "Team Driver/KR". In 2021, he started competing in the senior category. Nikola was invited by Fernando Alonso to race with him in t...2024-01-171h 51
Mindset Power TalkE9:S1 Yanka Trachuk: DEAF, BUT WITH A "HEARING" MIND. Curiosity to Explore the World...🎙 This podcast is different. It may take some time for you to get used to Yanka Trachuk's speech, but it's worth listening to her.
She is 100% deaf, but that doesn't stop her from speaking. From first grade, she attended a regular school, graduated High School for Fine Arts, became an entrepreneur, and a mother of two kids.
For her, nothing is impossible!
Despite the challenges of learning to speak, she claims there are no conditions for equal access to information. Her dream is to make the world more colorful and better.
Yanka is the owner (together with her husband) of...2024-01-031h 05
Mindset Power TalkE8:S1 Niki Iliev: LOVE YOUR FATE" ... about cinema, life, relationships, and more...🎙 Niki Iliev - director, producer, actor, lecturer at NBU, fitness enthusiast, follower of stoicism*, lover of audiobooks and podcasts... a person who, without going to extremes, is quite interested in personal development and makes changes.
In 2012, he directed and acted in the film "The Stranger," and in 2014, he directed and starred in the film "Living Legends." At the end of 2017, his third film "Everything She Wrote" was released.In 2017, the Academy of Fashion awarded him the prize for the most stylish and successful Bulgarians "BG Fashion Icon." Director and actor in the films "Return" (2019) and "Return 2" (2022). His new...2023-12-201h 34
Mindset Power TalkE7:S1 Moses Joel Nalocca : If not you, who else? Coaching. Motivation. Achievements.Moses Nalocca is an entrepreneur, speaker, author of two books, and a peak performance coach. He works with some of the most ambitious individuals, including Olympic champions and elite businessmen.
Moses is also the coach of Bulgarian Olympic champion Iveta Goranova, helping her cultivate a winning mindset, undergo mental and emotional preparation, which, combined with physical and professional aspects, leads to outstanding achievements.
He has trained teams from major corporations such as Fitline, Philip Morris, Oriflame, OMV Petrom, and others. Moses is a professional motivational speaker and an official representative of Success Resources and Tony Robbins.
He has been...2023-12-141h 13
Mindset Power TalkE6:S1 Kerana: Run in your own lane and unfold your FORCE
🎙 Kerana is the artistic pseudonym of Yulia Yordanova: the girl who finds inspiration in various things – from being the founder, manager, and vocalist of "Kerana and the Cosmonauts" to writing lyrics, participating in musical theater (musicals), and creating characters like Morticia, Evita Peron – to Mary Magdalene.She is also the Bulgarian voice of Aisha in Disney's animated film "Wish."In 2020, she participated in the musical reality show "The Voice of Bulgaria" on bTV, and from February to May 2023, she participated and was on the verge of winning the show "Like Two Drops of Water" on Nova Television.
Beyond...2023-12-061h 15
Mindset Power TalkE5:S1 Mihail Hristov: How, WITHOUT TWO HANDS, to take your life in your hands? RESILIENCE. GROWTH MINDSET🎙 Mihail Hristov is a Bulgarian athlete, Paralympian, and three-time world champion in the long jump for people with disabilities.
At the age of 14, Mihail loses his hands in an incident. The
electrical arc detaches from a transformer with a voltage of 20,000 volts, and an extremely high voltage current flows through his body. He survives, but his arms are amputated due to burns, one at the shoulder and the other at the elbow.
Mihail meets Stella Eneva – a Paralympic athlete and
multiple world champion in discus throw, and she directs him towards sports.
The Paral...2023-11-291h 16
Mindset Power TalkЕ4:S1 Petko Karamochev: THE SYNDROME OF VELVET GLOVES or the ability to make NEW mistakes🎙 Petko Karamochev looks like a serious person engaged in important things, and overall, he is. He owns his own technology company, INDUSTRIA, where he serves as the CEO and co-founder, as well as a mentor at R3. Petko earns his degrees from the University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom, and COTRUGLI Business School. He completes programs in artificial intelligence at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. He collaborates with the Center for Blockchain Technologies at University College London. His expertise lies in the field of DLT/Blockchain technologies and the development of digital smart contracts.
Whether it's all...2023-11-2253 min
Mindset Power TalkE3: S1 Biliana Savova: YOU CONTINUE YOUR LIFE OR IT'S OVER? ... mental health, burnout, and then🎙 Biliana Savova is the ideologist and visionary behind the Plan to Be program, founder of the MS - I Can Myself Foundation.
Long-time art director of EVA magazine, recipient of the
"Woman of the Year, Society Category / 2016", "Awakener of
2018", "Inspirational Figure / 2018" awards.
But she is much more than that.
Biliana is a person who managed to use the diagnosis of
multiple sclerosis to learn lessons and convey them in an absolutely authentic and uncompromising way through the author's programs she creates - for adults and children, for people with diagnoses, and for those who...2023-11-151h 18
Mindset Power TalkE2:S1 Ventsi Gaydarzhiev: Uncertainty, Responsibility, and Small Steps (From Ruse to LA)🎙 Ventsi Gaydarzhiev is one of those people
whose biography wows you. So many different places he has encountered, which have shaped him and provided
space for learning to get to where he is today.
Currently, he is the founder and president of Alcatraz AI,
an autonomous access control platform that uses facial recognition and artificial intelligence to modernize security in companies.
However, his journey began in Ruse and with the violin.
Until his first fascination with... computers.
He has continued his education in the UK at a young age, followed by an exchange program in Florida. A story that involves
Nat...2023-11-0857 min
Mindset Power TalkЕ1:S1 Alek Aleksiev: PRO-ACTIVITY. What makes people awake and compels them to take action?🎙 Aleksandar Aleksiev graduated in acting from Adelphi University in New York, USA. He has
participated in numerous foreign theatrical productions and film projects,
including "Jack Ryan" and "The Outpost," which was filmed in Boyana and is soon to premiere.
His involvement in full-length Bulgarian films includes "Vazvishenie," "Voevoda," "Peeshtite
Obuvki," "Chest," but his recent popularity is largely due to his work on the small screen in the role of Dr. Vasilev in the series "Otkradnat Zhivot" (Stolen Life).
An actor and producer who combines his creative pursuits with entrepreneurship and humanity. He is among the act...2023-11-011h 02Mindset Power TalkStay tuned"Put in your crazy busy calendar 15 minutes for the most important meeting...with yourselves."
The full episode with Alek Alexiev will be available today (1st of Nov, 2023) at 3 PM GMT+2
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