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12 Geniuses Podcast12 Geniuses PodcastTopaz Adizes | 12 Questions for LoveIn a world where technology is doing more work for humans, the connections we create with other people will become more important than ever. But for many people, phones and screens are the main ways they see the world and communicate with others. The question is how can we cultivate relationships - through a screen or in real life - that are fulfilling and will help us reach our goals.In this interview, Topaz Adizes discusses his book 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships. Topaz is working to help people create deeper...2025-04-2452 minIt\'s an Inside JobIt's an Inside JobThe Secret to Building Resilient Relationships: A Conversation with Topaz Adizes.Get in touch with us! We’d appreciate your feedback and comments. "It's not about the answers. It's about your ability to sit in the discomfort of the questions." - Topaz AdizesHave you ever stopped to consider not just the strength of your relationships, but their resilience? Can they withstand discomfort, uncertainty, growth, and adversity, or do they crack under pressure? In this episode, I sit down with Topaz Adizes, an Emmy Award-winning writer, director, and experienced design architect who has spent over a decade exploring human connection th...2025-03-311h 00Coping With GhostingCoping With GhostingGhosting, Love & Dating: How to Create Deeper Connections with Topaz AdizesIn this engaging episode, Gretta speaks with Topaz Adizes—Emmy award-winning writer, director, experience design architect, and creator of The Skin Deep—as he shares his transformative journey through challenging relationships and his path to finding true love. Topaz opens up about his experience with ghosting and the valuable lessons he's learned along the way. He shares strategies for attracting real love and the profound impact of asking the right questions to deepen connections. Tune in for an insightful and heartfelt conversation emphasizing vulnerability, introspection, and the power of shared experiences.Topaz is an Emmy award-winning writer, dire...2025-03-0940 minWhat\'s Next! with Tiffani BovaWhat's Next! with Tiffani BovaBuilding Deeper Connections Through Questions with Topaz AdizesWelcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova.    I have the honor and pleasure of welcoming Topaz Adizes to the show today.    He is an Emmy Award-winning writer, director, and experience design architect. He is an Edmund Hillary fellow and Sundance/Skoll Stories of Change fellow. His works have been selected to Cannes, Sundance, IDFA, and SXSW; featured in New Yorker magazine, Vanity Fair, and so much else. He has garnered an Emmy for new approaches to documentary and two World Press Photo awards for immersive storytelling. But what I'm here...2025-03-0631 minPhil-Tone Topaz Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece ReviewToday I am reviewing another great alto saxophone mouthpiece made by Phil Engleman at Phil-Tone Mouthpieces.  I have reviewed quite a few Phil-Tone saxophone mouthpieces on this site already and am always interested when Phil announces a new Phil-Tone saxophone mouthpiece model.  Phil Engleman’s mouthpiece work is always top notch and he has created some phenomenal mouthpieces over the years. A couple of months ago,  Phil announced that he had a new Phil-Tone alto saxophone mouthpiece called the Topaz model.  He announced it on SOTW (Sax on the Web) with this quote: “The Topaz is done! ...2025-03-0400 minLove Shack Live: Helping Couples Rescue Their RelationshipsLove Shack Live: Helping Couples Rescue Their Relationships#218: Want to Save Your Relationship? Change the Questions You’re Asking (with Topaz Adizes)Send us a textDo you feel like you and your partner are growing apart? Like no matter how much you try, the connection you once had is slipping through your fingers? Maybe conversations feel repetitive, like you’re stuck in the same arguments, or worse, like you’re just roommates, living parallel lives under the same roof.If you’ve ever wondered:Why does my partner seem distant?How do I bring back the spark in my relationship?What should I do if my partner won’t open up?Is emotional intimacy something we can r...2025-03-0151 minThe Mark Divine ShowThe Mark Divine Show503. Unlocking Deeper Human Connections W/ Topaz AdizesCan a single conversation radically transform a relationship? This week’s guest on The Unbeatable Mind, former film director and founder of experience design studio ‘The Skin Deep’, Topaz Adizes certainly thinks so.    After years in the film industry, Topaz found himself asking the question, “how is the emotional experience of being human shifting in light of all this technology?” Embracing this question prompted him to found ‘The Skin Deep’, an experience design studio formed to help people form deeper connections with the most important people in their life. Together, Topaz and Mark  delve into the concept of de...2025-02-111h 16Lancefield on the LineLancefield on the LineTopaz Adizes: Building deeper relationshipsAre you finding out how the people around you really think and feel?Being able to do so will enable deeper relationships both at work and home.In this episode I am joined by Topaz Adizis, the creator of The Skin Deep, a powerful platform of curated conversations between partners, friends, relatives and strangers.We explore what it takes to create space for vulnerability in relationships. Topaz explains that to achieve this you need to express your intention clearly and ask questions that stimulate reactions. He also shares how to sit with the...2025-02-0543 minA Geek Leader Podcast - inspiring technical and creative leaders around the worldA Geek Leader Podcast - inspiring technical and creative leaders around the worldAGL 402: Asking Good Questions with Topaz AdizesAbout Topaz Topaz is an Emmy award-winning writer, director, and experience design architect. He is an Edmund Hillary fellow and Sundance/Skoll stories of change fellow. His works have been selected to Cannes, Sundance, IDFA, and SXSW; featured in New Yorker magazine, Vanity Fair, and the New York Times; and have garnered an Emmy for new approaches to documentary and Two World Press photo awards for immersive storytelling and interactive documentary. He is currently the founder and executive director of the experience design studio The Skin Deep. Topaz studied philosophy at UC Berkeley and Oxford...2025-01-3137 minLeap Academy with Ilana GolanLeap Academy with Ilana GolanIf You Want to Have Life-Changing Conversations, Ask These Tough Questions | Topaz AdizesAfter his parents’ divorce, Topaz Adizes discovered the power of connection through the camera. His drive to explore human connection led him to become a filmmaker. From filmmaking to his work with The Skin Deep, Topaz focuses on creating real, vulnerable conversations in a digital world. His viral documentary The And shows how shared space and honest dialogue can deepen relationships. In this episode, Topaz joins Ilana to discuss the art of asking questions that strengthen relationships and how to create space for hard but empowering conversations.Topaz Adizes is an award-winning writer, director, experience design architect, an...2025-01-2859 minThe Audio BrowserThe Audio BrowserTopaz Adizes On How To Ask Questions (And Sell Them, Too.) Podcast: The Unspeakable Podcast (LS 54 · TOP 0.5% what is this?)Episode: Topaz Adizes On How To Ask Questions (And Sell Them, Too.)Pub date: 2025-01-09Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationThis week, Meghan is joined by filmmaker, YouTuber, and “experience design architect” Topaz Adizes. He is the founder of The Skin Deep, an experience design created to foster connection in human relationships, often through innovative products and curated live events. In this conversation, Topaz discusses the evolution of relationships in the digital age, the importance of aski...2025-01-141h 11The Unspeakable PodcastThe Unspeakable PodcastTopaz Adizes On How To Ask Questions (And Sell Them, Too.)This week, Meghan is joined by filmmaker, YouTuber, and “experience design architect” Topaz Adizes. He is the founder of The Skin Deep, an experience design created to foster connection in human relationships, often through innovative products and curated live events. In this conversation, Topaz discusses the evolution of relationships in the digital age, the importance of asking the right questions, and how he built a sustainable business model around his project, The And, a video series in which two people sit face to face and engage with a series of simple yet surprising questions. He also explains the concept of expe...2025-01-091h 11In the SuiteIn the SuiteEP 92 From Then to Now: The Power of Vision and Independence with Topaz Morrison, Chief Operations Officer at Independent Advisor AllianceSend us a textToday, I'm thrilled to introduce Topaz Morrison, Chief Growth and Chief Operations Officer at Independent Advisor Alliance, a leading hybrid firm strategically focused on empowering financial advisors to succeed as independent business owners by providing services that align with each advisor's unique needs and challenges. Since joining IAA in August 2023, Topaz has been at the forefront of shaping growth strategies, overseeing sales and consulting teams, and driving advisor adoption of innovative programs and services. I first sat down with Topaz in 2023 at the annual Schwab IMPACT Conference and included some highlights o...2025-01-0344 minThe Knowing Self Knowing Others PodcastThe Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast86 Transformative Conversations and Elevating Human Connections with Topaz AdizesWelcome to another enlightening episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast with your host, Dr. Nia Thomas. Today, we're joined by the visionary filmmaker and storyteller, Topaz Adizes. Topaz, the visionary behind The Skin Deep, has dedicated the last 11 years to fostering deep, cathartic conversations across a spectrum of relationships. By creating a space where individuals can engage in vulnerable dialogues—ranging from best friends and ex-lovers to parents and children, and coworkers—Topaz has witnessed over 1200 transformative interactions. Through this experience, he has honed the art of crafting poignant questions that encourage openness and connection. The i...2024-12-3037 minThis New WayThis New WayTopaz Adizes, Founder of The Skin Deep, on The Five-Act Framework for Transformative Leadership ConversationsIn episode 26 of season 2, we sit down with Topaz Adizes, award-winning filmmaker, founder of The Skin Deep, and author of 12 Questions for Love. Topaz has spent years exploring the transformative power of deep human connection and asking the right questions. In this episode he shares how leaders can create safe spaces for authentic conversations, build trust within teams, and harness group dynamics to unlock creativity. Topaz emphasizes the importance of “the space between humans” - the emotional gaps and differences that AI cannot replace. He also introduces practical tools to foster open dialogue and stre...2024-12-1938 minUnlock Your Potential with Jeff LernerUnlock Your Potential with Jeff LernerUnlock the Secrets to Deeper Connections in Your Relationship | TOPAZ ADIZES #331Join us for an enlightening episode of Unlock Your Potential featuring an in-depth conversation with Topaz Adizes, creator of transformative tools for deeper connections and meaningful conversations. In this episode, we explore the secrets of building intimacy in relationships, creating safe spaces for open dialogue, and uncovering the profound power of love mapping. Topaz also shares insights on becoming a vulnerable listener, the science behind asking deep questions, and the importance of tackling the conversations you might be avoiding. Whether you're seeking to improve your relationships, strengthen your communication...2024-12-181h 00Gemba Academy Podcast: Lean Six Sigma | Toyota Kata | Productivity | LeadershipGemba Academy Podcast: Lean Six Sigma | Toyota Kata | Productivity | LeadershipGA 558 | The Power Is in the Question with Topaz AdizesThis week's guest is Topaz Adizes. Ron and Topaz discussed Topaz's studio The Skin Deep, his film {The And}, and the conversation cards he created. Focused on the power of human connection, this interview will stay with you long after it's over. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here. In this episode you'll learn:  The quote that Topaz likes (3:30) His background (4:13) About his {The And} project (9:28) An example of the questions (11:27) The three conversations that are actually going on (18:17) The different types of decks they offer (20:02) Topaz's take on AI (24:25) What Topaz doesn't like about p...2024-12-1233 minThe One That Works For YouThe One That Works For You32. The art of saying NO with Topaz HooperTopaz returns to share even more insights about building a life and business on your own terms. From navigating Google as a content strategist to embracing her "soft girl era," Topaz reveals how strategic decisions—like saying "no"—can lead to thriving professionally and personally. Topaz is a copywriter for clean beauty, sustainable fashion, and plant-based products, dedicated to helping cruelty-free brands stand out. In this episode, she continues to inspire with practical advice for balancing work, passion, and life. How to say no strategically without burning bridges Ho...2024-12-0348 minThe One That Works For YouThe One That Works For You31. Make your life your own with Topaz HooperTopaz squirrelled away tons of knowledge (and dollars) from her time as a Google Content Strategist. Now she’s crafted a business that aligns with her heart’s truest values. Find out how she did it—and how she’s let go of society’s expectations for her to trust herself instead. Topaz offers copywriting services for clean beauty, sustainable fashion, and plant-based products. She’s on a mission to help cruelty-free brands stand out, turn heads, and change the world How Topaz turned her values into a marketable USP 2024-11-1748 minCase Interview Preparation & Management Consulting | Strategy | Critical ThinkingCase Interview Preparation & Management Consulting | Strategy | Critical Thinking728: More Effective Leadership Through Conversations (with Topaz Adizes)Welcome to an interview with the author of 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships, Topaz Adizes.  Topaz After a decade of exploring human connections through 1,200+ conversations in his Emmy Award-winning experience design studio, Topaz Adizes founder of The Skin Deep, popular on TikTok (1.2M) and Youtube (905k), is bringing his knowledge of the power of questions to the workplace.   In this episode, Topaz shares his filmmaking journey leading to creating "The And," a project focused on deep, human conversations. He emphasizes that in order to have me...2024-11-1347 minThe Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-SolvingThe Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving497: More Effective Leadership Through Conversations with Topaz AdizesWelcome to Strategy Skills episode 497, an interview with the author of 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships, Topaz Adizes.  Topaz After a decade of exploring human connections through 1,200+ conversations in his Emmy Award-winning experience design studio, Topaz Adizes founder of The Skin Deep, popular on TikTok (1.2M) and Youtube (905k), is bringing his knowledge of the power of questions to the workplace.   In this episode, Topaz shares his filmmaking journey leading to creating "The And," a project focused on deep, human conversations. He emphasizes that in or...2024-11-0448 minThe Excellence Project with Eric WorreThe Excellence Project with Eric WorreEric Worre sits down with Topaz AdizesIn this episode, I chat with Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Topaz Adizes, the founder of The Skin Deep. We dive into how technology reshapes our emotional connections and what that means for love and relationships today. Topaz shares some powerful personal and professional secrets on asking the right questions to build stronger relationships. You'll love this episode if you want to deepen your connections and have more meaningful conversations!   Show Notes:   00:57 - Eric welcomes Topaz Adizes and introduces his work with “The Skin Deep.” 03:10 - Topaz talks about the creation of “Th...2024-10-211h 40BackTable Vascular & InterventionalBackTable Vascular & InterventionalEp. 468 Advancements in Laser Atherectomy with Dr. On TopazHow has Laser Atherectomy advanced over the years to treat patients with coronary and peripheral artery disease? Dr. On Topaz, renowned specialist in laser atherectomy, answers exactly that and much more in this week’s episode the BackTable Podcast. Dr. Topaz is an interventional cardiologist and a professor of medicine at Duke University.---CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORAngioDynamics Auryon Systemhttps://www.auryon-system.com/---SYNPOSISTh...2024-07-301h 07Dating IntentionallyDating Intentionally84. Conversation tips to make you a better dater with Topaz Adizes of The Skin DeepWhat kinds of questions are you asking on dates, and are they the kind that will help your date open up? In this episode, I talk to Topaz Adizes, Founder of The Skin Deep and creator of the Emmy award-winning series {The And} about how to have deeper, more intimate conversations. We get into the types of questions that lead to deeper conversations, tips for listening and more. This was such an insightful conversation! Also - I am now partnering with The Skin Deep and offering a discount on their product, {The And} card decks! Check out...2024-07-0558 minThe Meaningful Life with Andrew G. MarshallThe Meaningful Life with Andrew G. MarshallTopaz Adizes: How to Heighten Intimacy With the Questions We AskIf you’re feeling “stuck” in your relationships, asking new kinds of questions can be a powerful way forward. This week Andrew talks with filmmaker and author Topaz Adizes about starting conversations that lead to a deeper, more authentic connection. Andrew and Topaz discuss Topaz’s new book, 12 Questions for Love, and highlight the importance of: Cultivating genuine curiosity. Asking open-ended questions. The “connective question”, which draws both the asker and the responder into a shared experience.  Creating the right space to ask deeper questions.  The difference between a question with an agenda, and a question with an intent...2024-06-2445 minThe Daily DadThe Daily DadBalancing Urgency and Patience | Topaz Adizes🎙️Listen to Topaz Adizes’s interview on The Daily Stoic | Wondery, Spotify, & Apple Podcasts🎥 Check out Topaz’s YouTube Channel: @TheSkinDeepCheck out Topaz’s card game aimed to help you connect deeper as a family: head hereFollow Topaz: X and IG: @topazadizesHiya Health | hiyahealt...2024-06-2213 minLet\'s Talk Love | A Real Love Ready PodcastLet's Talk Love | A Real Love Ready PodcastTopaz Adizes - Questions for Deeper ConnectionsThis week on Let’s Talk Love, Robin Ducharme sits down with Emmy award-winning director and author, Topaz Adizes, to explore the power of intimate conversations in fostering deeper relationships. Topaz, author of the book, 12 Questions for Love, shares his journey of examining the human emotional experience by interviewing thousands of people across the globe. They delve into Topaz's project, The { } And, which films two people answering each other thoughtful questions to capture genuine, heartfelt conversations and illuminate their relationships.Topaz emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and emotional articulation, highlighting the impact of well-crafted questions. Robin recounts he...2024-06-1339 minEmpowered Relationship Podcast: Your Relationship Resource And GuideEmpowered Relationship Podcast: Your Relationship Resource And GuideERP 427: How to Construct Questions That Cultivate Deeper Connection — An Interview with Topaz AdizesFostering genuine connections can feel daunting in a world filled with distractions and surface-level interactions. Many individuals struggle to find the right way to communicate, leading to misunderstandings and emotional distance in relationships. In this episode, we explore the art of refining communication through strategic question construction. While you can’t control the answers you receive, you can shape them by framing your questions thoughtfully. Discover practical insights and strategies to cultivate meaningful dialogue and forge authentic bonds with others. Join us on a journey to harness the potential of curiosity and intentionality in your co...2024-06-0451 minLove Uncensored: The Modern Guide to Dating & RelationshipsLove Uncensored: The Modern Guide to Dating & RelationshipsHOW TO ASK QUESTIONS THAT WILL IMPROVE YOUR LOVE LIFE | TOPAZ ADIZESIn this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of questions with Topaz Adizes, the creative mind behind the influential project {THE AND} and author of the compelling book, "12 Questions for Love." Topaz discusses how the right questions can open up pathways to deeper intimacy and understanding in relationships. We explore the surprising lessons about human connections he's uncovered through his work, and the profound impact of asking more meaningful questions rather than seeking direct answering . Whether you're looking to strengthen a relationship, foster greater intimacy, or simply understand the dynamics of human interaction more deeply...2024-05-281h 28The Vibe With Ky PodcastThe Vibe With Ky PodcastS5-E18: "How 12 Questions for Love Can Transform Your Relationships" - Topaz Adizes | The Vibe With Ky PodcastIn this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I sit down with the Emmy Award-winning creator, Topaz Adizes, to explore the transformative power of his book, “12 Questions for Love.” Topaz shares incredible insights on how these 12 thought-provoking questions can revolutionize your relationships through mindful communication and deeper connections. Why should you listen? Unlock Deeper Intimacy: Learn how to ask questions that go beyond small talk and touch the heart of your relationships. Master Mindful Communication: Discover strategies to talk openly and honestly with those you care about. Navigate Conflicts: Get practical tips on resolving conflicts and...2024-05-201h 01The Art of CharmThe Art of Charm3 Questions to Build Intimacy & Deepen Relationships | Topaz AdizesIn today’s episode, we tackle the art of building deep connections with Topaz Adizes. Topaz is an Emmy award-winning director, writer, and experienced design architect. With a background in philosophy from UC Berkeley and Oxford University, Topaz has made significant contributions to the fields of intimacy and human connection through his groundbreaking project, The And. His work has been showcased at prestigious festivals such as Cannes and Sundance, and featured in top publications like The New Yorker and The New York Times. Topaz is also the author of 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Re...2024-05-2058 minThe Unlock Moment: find your purpose for leadership and lifeThe Unlock Moment: find your purpose for leadership and life141 Topaz Adizes: The Emmy Award-Winning Filmmaker Searching For HomeEnjoy this remarkable extended podcast episode with Emmy Award-winner Topaz Adizes, in which he chronicles the search for home, his exploration of questions and his pursuit of the transformative power of deeper human connection.We’ve had many wonderful guests and today is no exception – a master in the art of powerful storytelling.Topaz Adizes is a writer, a director and an experience design architect. His work has been selected for prestigious festivals such as Cannes, Sundance and SXSW, and featured in the New Yorker, Vanity Fair and the New York Times. As well as an E...2024-05-141h 28The Greg McKeown PodcastThe Greg McKeown Podcast292. Crafting Authentic Connections with Topaz Adizes (Part 2)Join me as I continue my enriching dialogue with Emmy Award-winning creator Topaz Adizes. Together, we explore the profound art of meaningful conversation through the lens of Topaz's compelling questions from his card game and book. Discover how to craft questions that not only initiate dialogue but also create a narrative journey, leading to intimacy and understanding in our most significant relationships.Hone your conversational skills with us as we examine the subtleties of question formulation. I share strategies for asking more impactful questions and offer a framework that can transform the way you approach dialogues. The...2024-04-2349 minBehavioral Health TodayBehavioral Health TodayAnniversary Special: Unlocking Deeper Human Connection with Topaz Adizes – Episode 296In celebration of our fourth anniversary, we’re re-releasing one of our favorite episodes from the past year.Every relationship has its own story, has its own world, has its own language. And there's something to be learned if you create the space and you ask good questions. In this episode, Sharlee Dixon speaks with Topaz Adizes. Topaz is an Emmy Award-winning writer, director, and experience design architect. He is an Edmund Hillary fellow and Sundance/Skoll stories of change fellow. His works have been selected to Cannes, Sundance, IDFA, and SXSW; featured in New Yorker magazine, Vanity Fair, an...2024-04-2234 minThe Greg McKeown PodcastThe Greg McKeown Podcast291. Crafting Authentic Connections with Topaz Adizes (Part 1)Join me and the visionary Topaz Adizes, as we explore the profound influence of intentionality in crafting sacred spaces within our lives. Topaz, an Emmy award-winning expert in experience design, shares his insights on how the spaces we inhabit and the questions we pose can shape our relationships and deepen our connections. Together, we uncover the essence of creating meaningful interactions, emphasizing the necessity of being present and mindful with those who matter most. In our enlightening discussion, we illuminate the space between individuals through the art of asking transformative questions. By sharing the methodology behind curating...2024-04-1833 minThe Driven PodcastThe Driven PodcastNabil Naamo - The Story of Topaz and the Art of ObsessionTopaz Detailing is a trusted industry brand renowned for being the best of the best in the world of car detailing and paint protection services. From the outside looking in, it would be easy to assume the company was founded with a multi-million-pound financial investment, which immediately got to work on the biggest, best and most exclusive cars in the world; the real story, though, is very humbling.In this week's Podcast Episode, Topaz co-founder Nabil Naamo shares the story of how his now internationally famous company started as two brothers working out the back of...2024-04-151h 23The Light Watkins ShowThe Light Watkins Show202: 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships with Topaz AdizesIn this week’s episode, we delve into the world of Topaz Adizes, an innovator who has revolutionized the way we connect through questions. Topaz shares his journey from a curious child to the creator of The And, a digital platform that challenges us to explore the depths of our relationships through meaningful dialogue.Rooted in a childhood where contribution and integrity were paramount, Topaz's work with The And reflects his lifelong quest to deepen human connections. This project doesn't just entertain; it invites us to reflect on our relationships, ask profound questions, and truly listen to th...2024-04-101h 19One Percent BetterOne Percent BetterThe Art of Connection: Topaz Adizes Reveals 12 Questions for 1% Better IntimacyQuick Links:  Join the Mailing List Coaching Opportunities Start Here: Organized Back Episodes My guest today is Topaz Adizes, founder of The Skin Deep. Together we dive into the art of making space, asking deep questions and creating intimate conversations. Drawing from Topaz's experience facilitating question-based games and my background in education, we explore the power of well-constructed questions and mutual respect in fostering deeper connections. Key Takeaways: Creating Space for Connection: Topaz emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and open space for meaningful conversations to unfold. He...2024-03-2658 minWell WorkplacesWell WorkplacesEp121 - Exploring Deeper Connections with Topaz AdizesToday, Tom Bosna, interviews Emmy Award-winning guest Topaz Adizes, the founder of the experience design studio called The Skin Deep. Topaz shares his journey from a traumatic childhood with arguing parents to finding solace in filmmaking and experiencing a turning point in Melbourne, Australia.They discuss the importance of daily self-questioning and deep, meaningful conversation in the context of personal relationships and in the workplace. Topaz provides insights on learning to listen with one's whole body to stimulate authentic communication and introduces the 'Deep Listening' concept. They also reflect on society's increasing loneliness problem and how fostering better...2024-03-2548 minTransformative PrincipalTransformative PrincipalQuestions to Get to Connection with Topaz Adizes Transformative Principal 590Topaz Adizes is an Emmy-award winning creator who helps build the space between two people through deep and meaningful conversations. We have one of those for you today. Jethro and Topaz share how to listen better, ask better questions, and have intention in the conversations we have. {The AND} and 12 Questions for LoveIlluminating the space betweenWhat 12 questions would be the questions that spark a deep relationshipTrial and error - what questions work, and in what sequence?WHy are these questions and others working or not working? {The AND} is a formatIt’s about holding the space for people. There...2024-03-2437 minLifePilot: Live your life by designLifePilot: Live your life by designEps 43: How to have intimate conversations and deeper relationships with Topaz AdizesI'm thrilled to have the incredible Topaz Adizes join us as we dive into the spaces in between, exploring intimacy, vulnerability, and the profound impact of deep conversation and connection with those we cherish.It's truly a joy to reconnect with Topaz, after all these years.Reflecting on our initial encounter, I vividly recall the magic he brought in a yurt in Mangaroa Valley as part of the Edmund Hilary Fellowshipe, where we witnessed our friends share their relationship journey on screen through The Skin Deep's {THE AND}.It was...2024-03-1844 minThe Chris Voss ShowThe Chris Voss ShowThe Chris Voss Show Podcast – 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships by Topaz Adizes 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships by Topaz Adizes https://amzn.to/3uUf0YV “Save yourself another round of heartbreak and breakups and read this first. Topaz condenses years of wisdom into 12 powerful questions that will give you the keys to unlock real, true, and profound love so you don’t have to keep searching (or suffering) in disconnected relationships.” —Natalie Kuhn, spiritual teacher and co-CEO of The Class Could one conversation improve your relationship forever? We all crave connection. But sometimes we need...2024-03-0930 minGrowth Mindset: Psychology of self-improvementGrowth Mindset: Psychology of self-improvementMaster Superior Conversation w/ Topaz AzidesConversation drives the mechanics of love and connection. We talk with Topaz Adizes, the brilliant mind behind '12 Questions for Love' to increase the quality of our conversations. We explore the methodology behind asking the right questions to foster deeper intimacy and understanding in relationships. Topaz Azides is an Emmy award-winning film director, experience designer, and founder of Skin Deep. He shares his insights on engineering experiences that enrich our emotional bonds and the importance of a mindful approach to love. With a blend of storytelling and analysis, this conversation unveils the layers of human connection, offering listeners a unique...2024-02-2752 minGrowth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-ImprovementGrowth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-ImprovementMaster Superior Conversation w/ Topaz AzidesConversation drives the mechanics of love and connection. We talk with Topaz Adizes, the brilliant mind behind '12 Questions for Love' to increase the quality of our conversations. We explore the methodology behind asking the right questions to foster deeper intimacy and understanding in relationships.Topaz Azides is an Emmy award-winning film director, experience designer, and founder of Skin Deep. He shares his insights on engineering experiences that enrich our emotional bonds and the importance of a mindful approach to love.With a blend of storytelling and analysis, this...2024-02-2700 minIntentional PerformersIntentional PerformersTopaz Adizes on Questions for ConnectionTopaz Adizes is an Emmy Award winning writer, director, and experience design architect. Topaz is currently the founder and executive director of an experience design studio called “The Skin Deep,” which produces incredible, heartwarming, thoughtful, emotional videos that you can find on YouTube. They have over 1200 videos online, some of which are referenced in today’s conversation. I mention that experience design architect piece because at the beginning of this conversation, we talk about this concept that he created called “The And.” “The And” is a series of cards that you can purchase, and there are 199 questions in these boxes. These c...2024-02-211h 12Love Shack Live: Helping Couples Rescue Their RelationshipsLove Shack Live: Helping Couples Rescue Their Relationships#166: The Intimacy Gap: Topaz Adizes Unveils the 12 Questions That Transform LoveSend us a textDo you feel a growing emotional gap in your relationship, a sense that the deep, intimate connection you once shared is slipping away? In the hustle of daily life, it's easy to find ourselves longing for a bond that goes beyond the surface, yet feeling unsure how to reclaim that profound closeness we crave.This longing for deeper intimacy isn't just about being understood; it's about being truly received by another—heart and soul. But the path to rekindling this connection often feels shrouded in mystery, leaving us to wonder if it...2024-02-1851 minHappiness HappensHappiness Happens218: The 12 Questions for Deeper Love with Topaz AdizesWhy do our relationships only reach a certain depth? Why can we only achieve a certain level of conversation or emotional awareness within these relationships? How can we dig deeper to establish fulfilling relationships? In this episode of the Happiness Happens podcast, Topaz Adizes, an Emmy award-winning writer, director, and experienced design architect joins me for a conversation on the power of human connection. Topaz's work boasts a revered collection of accolades, including selections to prestigious platforms such as Cannes, Sundance, IDFA, and South by Southwest. His productions have seen features in prominent outlets such as the...2024-02-0631 minCracking the Code of Spy Movies!Cracking the Code of Spy Movies!Hitchcock’s TOPAZ – Is it a Gem? Hitchcock's TOPAZ – is it a gem? Hitchcock’s movie TOPAZ received mixed reviews when it was released.  Some people love it while others don’t like it at all.  Why is that? Dan and Tom mine what works and what doesn't in this Hitchcock spy movie.  And there is a bit of both here. That said, TOPAZ is a spy movie with a lot of espionage.  It isn’t an action movie with some spy elements as we often get in today...2024-01-3030 minThe Good Life with Michele LamoureuxThe Good Life with Michele LamoureuxHow to Unleash the Power of Human Connection with Topaz AdizesWe are going deep by exploring the power of inquiry to reconnect us to one another, to love, intimacy and our humanity. What if asking better questions could actually feel more connected to those you love, would you want to learn how? Topaz Adizes is the author of “12 Questions for Love, a Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships” and he’s sharing tips to strengthen bonds, improve our listening skills, to create better questions, and ultimately reconnect us to one another and our humanity. Topaz is an Emmy award-winning writer, director, and experience design architect. His works have been s...2024-01-2446 minCoffee Break by Cobis TopazCoffee Break by Cobis TopazPix en Latinoamérica: modelos emergentes de pagos instantáneosEn este episodio, Samara Lima, Digital Product Manager de Topaz, conversa con Ana Quirola, Marketing & Strategic Partnerships de Cobis Topaz, acerca de Pix, el sistema originario de pagos instantáneos en Brasil que será replicado en Colombia. Acompáñanos a descubrir su impacto, los aspectos más desafiantes y el panorama de este tipo de sistema en la región. ✅ Síguenos en nuestras redes sociales LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cobistopaz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cobistopaz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CobisTopaz2024-01-2226 minWe Met At AcmeWe Met At AcmeLet’s Make Date Night Better ft. Topaz AdizesIn today's episode, I sit down with Topaz Adizes. Topaz is an Emmy award-winning writer, director, and founder and executive director of The Skin Deep, an experience design studio focused on human connection. Topaz’s series {THE AND} is a YouTube phenomenon, and he is the recent author of the book 12 Questions For Love. We discuss four of the twelve important questions, why we stop connecting with our partners, how to deepen our relationships with loved ones, how to spice up date night, and more. Buy Topaz’s book here! Please note that this episode may co...2024-01-0753 minThe Impact CodeThe Impact CodeTopaz Adizes on Deep Listening, Storytelling, and Cultivating Intimate ConnectionsSummaryIn this conversation with Topaz Adizes, a visionary filmmaker and experienced designer, the focus is on human connection and the power of intimate conversations. Topaz shares how his childhood experiences shaped his hunger for connection and how he uses film and other mediums to bridge the gap between people. The concept of creating emotionally safe spaces for conversations is explored, along with the importance of discomfort and safety. Topaz also discusses the art of deep listening and the transformation from being a film director to a story breaker. The conversation concludes with insights on...2024-01-041h 09Find Best-Selling Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Relationships & IntimacyFind Best-Selling Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Relationships & Intimacy12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships by Topaz AdizesPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/690796to listen full audiobooks. Title: 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships Author: Topaz Adizes Narrator: Topaz Adizes, Sonya Renee Taylor Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 35 minutes Release date: January 2, 2024 Genres: Relationships & Intimacy Publisher's Summary: Could one conversation improve your relationship forever?   We all crave connection. But sometimes we need help getting there. By having a conversation with your partner, guided by these thought-provoking questions, you’ll discover the strength in having mindful, meaningful conversations and unlock a deeper level of lasting intimacy.   Author Topaz Adizes invites you to bravely expl...2024-01-026h 35Authorization in SoftwareAuthorization in SoftwareFine Grained Authorization, Open Source and TopazThis episode explores the concept of Topaz, an authorization engine that unites policy as code, relationship-based authorization models like Zanzibar, and real-time decision-making. We discuss how Topaz is designed to handle fine-grained authorization, crucial in today's zero-trust environments, by making local decisions over local data. Omri discusses the architecture of Topaz, including its use of Open Policy Agent (OPA) and a triple store model for data.You will gain insight into the challenges of authorization, the importance of keeping data and policies synchronized, and how Topaz addresses these issues. The conversation also touches on...2023-12-1448 minCoffee Break by Cobis TopazCoffee Break by Cobis TopazDesbloqueando el potencial de la inteligencia artificial en el sector financieroEn este episodio, Narciso Lema, CTO de IBM en Perú, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela y Región Caribe, conversa con Francisco Espinosa, Pre-Sales Manager Latam de Cobis Topaz, acerca del impacto de la inteligencia artificial en los servicios financieros de la actualidad, con una visión a futuro sobre los desafíos más importantes, la optimización de back office y los casos de uso.  Más acerca del experto  Narciso Lema, CTO de IBM Con 17 años de experiencia en el área de tecnología. En IBM ha desempeñado roles como Arquitecto de...2023-10-2517 minHot TakesHot TakesEpisode 57: Topaz GangFront and center for "Hot Takes" episode 57 was seminal early vaporwave duo Topaz Gang! We have been wanting to bring some guests from across the pond on to the show for a long time, and what better act to debut with than our old friends Topaz Gang!? Known for their early involvement in the scene, collaborating with such greats as Luxury Elite, Saint Pepsi, and even Vektroid herself, our allotted time with Topaz Gang hardly seemed sufficient to pick their brains and celebrate their stories. We got to know their backstories making chiptune in Newcastle, along with plenty of...2023-10-222h 10Coffee Break by Cobis TopazCoffee Break by Cobis TopazDesbloqueando el potencial de la inteligencia artificial en el sector financieroEn este episodio, Narciso Lema, CTO de IBM en Perú, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela y Región Caribe, conversa con Francisco Espinosa, Pre-Sales Manager Latam de Cobis Topaz, acerca del impacto de la inteligencia artificial en los servicios financieros de la actualidad, con una visión a futuro sobre los desafíos más importantes, la optimización de back office y los casos de uso.  Más acerca del experto  Narciso Lema, CTO de IBM Con 17 años de experiencia en el área de tecnología. En IBM ha desempeñado roles como Arquitecto de...2023-09-2931 minGem PursuitGem PursuitTopazWe journey deep into the gemological weeds in this episode to discuss the characteristics of this naturally colourless gemstone. We discover some of the history and lore of Topaz, the reasons why Topaz can vary wildly in value, as well as what to be mindful of when caring for your own Topaz pieces at home. As always, we will also be talking about some of the most amazing Topaz that exists in the world today. www.courtville.ie A Tape Deck podcast2023-05-2947 minWhat\'s That Sound?What's That Sound?London Topaz | What's That Sound? with Stu Watts Episode #28Stu Watts chats with Nick Melitsis (aka London Topaz), who is a Dance/Electronic artist hailing from Melbourne, Australia. He channels a reimagined, deep and melancholy musical vision with a sense of elegance and stirring ambiguity. London Topaz is built upon the signature style of hypnotic vocals infused with an emotion-driven electronic brand, highlighting sonic precision beyond his years. The producer holds claim to millions of streams globally with releases like ‘Be Mine’, featuring the glistening vocals of George and ‘Drown’ featuring the mesmerizing tones of Blush’ko, showcasing the producer’s effervescent electronic identity. 2019 saw the release of ‘Back To Life’...2023-05-0352 minLove & Light Live Crystal Healing PodcastLove & Light Live Crystal Healing PodcastHealing Properties of Golden Imperial Topaz: A Crystal for Shining Your Inner LightImperial Topaz is a Soft yellow-gold crystal, most commonly from Brazil, that is sometimes heated to enhance its color. Rarely, it may also appear peachy-pink! A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Golden Imperial Topaz: “I am a stone of ancient wisdom.  I connect you with the knowledge of your ancestors and open your mind to new ideas and ways of being.  Feel your mind expand and become one with the universal source."     Common Healing Properties of Golden Imperial Topaz: Brings the universal light into the energy body (the aura) Encourages self-reflection Enhances meditation Facilitates spiritual exploration Encourages world travel...2023-01-0820 minWijsheid in de zorgWijsheid in de zorgLia de Jongh gaat op zoek naar wijsheid in de zorgLia de Jongh is bestuursvoorzitter bij zorgorganisatie Topaz in Leiden. Hoe kan deze sector toekomstbestendig worden gemaakt? Hoe kan de juiste werknemer aangetrokken worden? En hoe kunnen andere sectoren bijdragen aan de verbeteringen? Lia gaat op zoek naar wijsheid in de zorg; dit is haar zoektocht.Kijk en luister naar verschillende perspectieven: politiek, evolutionaire astrologie, innovatie, ouderengeneeskunde, onderwijs, gehandicaptenzorg, ouderencommunicatie, social design en preventie.2022-11-1105 minCoffee Break by Cobis TopazCoffee Break by Cobis TopazEl Impacto del corportate venture building en el sector bancarioEl corporate venture building es un modelo que analiza la situación de las instituciones y empresas, sus competencias claves y posibles fallas. A partir de dicha evaluación, se establecen nuevos modelos de negocio que potencializan su competitividad. ¿Cuál es su la relación con el sector bancario y financiero? José López, Socio fundador de Igeneris y desarrollador de dicha metodología probada para la innovación, responderá esta y otras preguntas clave: · Qué es el corparate venture building y cuáles son sus beneficios para el sector bancario/financiero · Cómo se constr...2022-10-1928 minMindful Moments with TopazMindful Moments with TopazA Collection of Mindful Moments for October 12This is a quick respite in your daily dose of life to help recenter and focus. Each day will provide a different fact, poem (or two), Bible verse and prayer.From my heart to yours - be well, be positive and be light. As spoken by the content creator, Topaz St. James. Written by: Margaret Bird Steinmetz, in her now public domain book, Leaves of Life for Daily Inspiration.2022-10-1202 minMindful Moments with TopazMindful Moments with TopazA Collection of Mindful Moments for Oct 11This is a quick respite in your daily dose of life to help recenter and focus. Each day will provide a different fact, poem (or two), Bible verse and prayer.From my heart to yours - be well, be positive and be light. As spoken by the content creator, Topaz St. James. Written by: Margaret Bird Steinmetz, in her now public domain book, Leaves of Life for Daily Inspiration.2022-10-1202 minMindful Moments with TopazMindful Moments with TopazA Collection of Mindful Moments for October 10This is a quick respite in your daily dose of life to help recenter and focus. Each day will provide a different fact, poem (or two), Bible verse and prayer.From my heart to yours - be well, be positive and be light. As spoken by the content creator, Topaz St. James. Written by: Margaret Bird Steinmetz, in her now public domain book, Leaves of Life for Daily Inspiration.2022-10-1002 minMindful Moments with TopazMindful Moments with TopazA Collection of Mindful Moments for Oct 9This is a quick respite in your daily dose of life to help recenter and focus. Each day will provide a different fact, poem (or two), Bible verse and prayer.From my heart to yours - be well, be positive and be light. As spoken by the content creator, Topaz St. James. Written by: Margaret Bird Steinmetz, in her now public domain book, Leaves of Life for Daily Inspiration.2022-10-1002 minMindful Moments with TopazMindful Moments with TopazA Collection of Mindful Moments for Oct 8This is a quick respite in your daily dose of life to help recenter and focus. Each day will provide a different fact, poem (or two), Bible verse and prayer.From my heart to yours - be well, be positive and be light. As spoken by the content creator, Topaz St. James. Written by: Margaret Bird Steinmetz, in her now public domain book, Leaves of Life for Daily Inspiration.2022-10-1002 minMindful Moments with TopazMindful Moments with TopazA Collection of Mindful Moments for Oct 7This is a quick respite in your daily dose of life to help recenter and focus. Each day will provide a different fact, poem (or two), Bible verse and prayer.From my heart to yours - be well, be positive and be light. As spoken by the content creator, Topaz St. James. Written by: Margaret Bird Steinmetz, in her now public domain book, Leaves of Life for Daily Inspiration.2022-10-1002 minMindful Moments with TopazMindful Moments with TopazA Collection of Mindful Moments for October 5This is a quick respite in your daily dose of life to help recenter and focus. Each day will provide a different fact, poem (or two), Bible verse and prayer.From my heart to yours - be well, be positive and be light. As spoken by the content creator, Topaz St. James. Written by: Margaret Bird Steinmetz, in her now public domain book, Leaves of Life for Daily Inspiration.2022-10-0602 minMindful Moments with TopazMindful Moments with TopazA Collection of Mindful Moments for October 4This is a quick respite in your daily dose of life to help recenter and focus. Each day will provide a different fact, poem (or two), Bible verse and prayer.From my heart to yours - be well, be positive and be light. As spoken by the content creator, Topaz St. James. Written by: Margaret Bird Steinmetz, in her now public domain book, Leaves of Life for Daily Inspiration.2022-10-0502 minThe Copywriter Club PodcastThe Copywriter Club PodcastTCC Podcast #305: Sustainable and Cruelty Free Copywriting with Topaz HooperOur guest for the 305th episode of The Copywriter Club Podcast is sustainable and cruelty-free copywriter, Topaz Hooper. Topaz focuses on working with eco-friendly brands whose values align with her own. The slow fashion, environmentally conscious niche is growing rapidly, and Topaz spills all the details for those who are keen to join in on the movement to help the planet. Here’s how the conversation goes: How Topaz became a vegetarian and transitioned to veganism. Her beginning in the vegan coaching industry and how it was the catalyst for her copywriting career. What are the benefits of going vegan? Is...2022-08-231h 20TOPAZTOPAZTůma: Je čas na daňovou reformuRozhovor s bývalým guvernérem České národní banky Zdeňkem Tůmou se musel týkat ekonomických témat: eura, inflace a zdražování. Jaké tři rady by Zdeněk Tůma, předseda dozorčí rady ČSOB, dal ministrovi financí. Budou se zvedat daně? A co by měli dělat lidé, kteří mají úspory na bankovních účtech? Nový díl podcastu TOPAZ vychází s podporou Konrad Adenauer Stiftung.2022-07-0823 minTOPAZTOPAZSTEM: Co očekává veřejnost od českého předsednictvíNikola Hořejš, šéf výzkumu mezinárodních otázek STEM, pro TOPAZ okomentoval výzkum STEM k českému předsednictví. Debata se se stočila i na vývoj vztahu Čechů z EU a témata, o kterých se mluví - válka, zdražování a energie. Dostali jsme se k období před 13 lety. Srovnávali jsme tehdejší situaci s dnešní. Evropská unie je pořád vnímána kritičtěji než před minulým českým předsednictvím. Dozvíte se, co vláda chce po výzkumných agenturách a probrali jsme i témata - zelenou doh...2022-06-3025 minInsider\'s Guide to EnergyInsider's Guide to EnergyEpisode 15 - ETRM Mini-Series with TopazChris Sass and Martin Hiller (Hosts of the ETRM Mini-Series) are talking to Jon Fox (Chief Executive Officer) of Topaz."Topaz provides advanced cross-commodity risk management and analytics for traders and risk teams. Built by a team of expert technologists, quants and traders, it combines the latest tech with an intuitive user experience.The platform gives trading organisations access to real-time valuations, exposure and risk metrics across the full spectrum of their trading activity, no matter how complex, enabling better decision making and market advantage."To get more insights about all the vendors...2022-06-0248 minUnlockedUnlockedThe power of a question and becoming a story-breaker with Topaz AdizesImagine having an intimate view into relationships from around the world? A front-row seat to the emotional and provocative conversations between two people, their shared emotional space. What would you learn about them? About yourself? about how we all connect as human beings? Well, our guest today has embarked on a journey where he does that and more.Topaz Adizes is the Founder and Executive Creative Director @the_skindeep - An experience design studio focused entirely on exploring one deceptively simple concept since 2014. Human connection in the digital age.Topaz’s creativity and passions have im...2022-02-081h 03Digging to the Other SideDigging to the Other SideThe Topaz Japanese Internment Camp and Memorials of LossToday we talk about the clandestine removal of a monument memorializing a shooting victim at the Topaz Japanese Internment Camp. The memorial was reportedly removed at the behest of the Topaz Museum, the non-for-profit that is supposed to be preserving the history and integrity of the internment camp. The Topaz Museum claims they removed the monument, without notifying survivors and Descendents, or anyone really because they needed to keep it safe from vandals. We talk about why that explanation doesn't seem to fit with the situation or the treatment of the monument post removal.  *** Show N...2022-02-011h 13