Beste Life Lessons podcasts (2024)

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The Way We Feel About Xmas 10:13

5h ago10:13

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Send us a text It’s Christmas Day, and maybe no one’s listening—or maybe a lot of you are. Either way, I’ve got something to share. This year has been a wild ride, but today I’m focusing on gratitude. 🎄 What’s in this episode? No big stories today—just a heartfelt thank you and a look ahead to 2025. A special preview of my new podcast with Rosie (T…

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Men on Their Transformational Journeys: Redefining Strength, Embracing Modern Masculinity, and Facing Today’s Challenges 1:17:49

6d ago1:17:49

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into a crucial conversation about how men can break free from societal pressures, redefine their worth, and find fulfillment in all aspects of their lives. Jason, an expert in men's work, shares his insights on the challenges men face in today's world, and how they can step into their full potential. He …

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How Building Self-Worth, Integrity, and Healthy Boundaries Are Antidotes to Codependency and Dysfunctional Patterns with Barb Nangle 1:08:51

1M ago1:08:51

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Send us a text In this episode, explore the transformative journey of overcoming codependency through the personal story of Barb Nangle who discovered the importance of boundaries at 52. Emphasized is the deep dive into the 12-step recovery programs like Al Anon and Codependents Anonymous, the significance of building self-worth, and the pivotal ro…

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From Addiction to Breaking Free: Journey Through Porn Addiction Leading To Finding Strength, Mentorship, and a New Purpose with Nick Drivas 59:08

2M ago59:08

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Send us a text In this heartfelt and raw episode, my guest Nick Drivas shares his gripping journey through porn addiction starting from the young age of 12, the immense loneliness he faced growing up with a sick grandmother, and how he used porn, junk food, and isolation as coping mechanisms. As his addiction deepened, Nick discusses his struggles …

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A Listen Story: Embracing the Inevitable: Courageously Navigating Life Changes and Unlocking Richer, More Meaningful Experiences 8:41

3M ago8:41

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Send us a text In this episode, I explore how change shapes our lives, and I reflect on pivotal life changes and their impact on my journey. ✨ Episode Highlights: . How Do You Feel About Change? . Why I’m Talking About Change Today . My Journey Through Change: 1️⃣ Moving to the Netherlands 2️⃣ Divorce 3️⃣ Finding Love Again 4️⃣ Another Major Move .…

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Overcome People-Pleasing, Embrace Honest Communication, and Create Balanced Relationships of Confidence and Clarity with Marina Pearson 54:14

4M ago54:14

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Send us a text In this episode I discuss the pervasive issue of people-pleasing from a feminine perspective. First I share with you my perspective that emphasizes on how women are conditioned to prioritize others' needs. My Guest Marina Pearson shares her journey of overcoming people-pleasing, driven by her fear of abandonment in romantic relations…

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Navigating the Journey of Aging Parents: Building Caregiving Networks, Understanding Sibling Dynamics, and Embracing Dignity in Aging with Janice Goldmintz 1:16:17

5M ago1:16:17

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Send us a text Prepare to navigate the intricate journey of caring for aging parents with our expert guest, Janice Goldmintz , who brings a wealth of knowledge in gerontology and personal experience in Alzheimer's care. Janice shares invaluable insights on how to kickstart those crucial conversations about future care, even before it becomes a pres…

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Unlock The Secrets Of Your Erotic Mind and Dive Deeper in The Power of Sexual Fantasies in Relationships with Artemisa De Vine 1:14:18

5M ago1:14:18

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered about the fascinating world of sexual fantasies and their impact on our lives? Join me in my latest episode where Artemisia De Vine immerses us deeply into the psychology behind sexual fantasies and how they can bring intimacy and invigoration back into long-term relationships. 💡 🎙️ Topics we cover: 🔶 The role …

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From Anger to Good Mood: How To Choose to Be Happy and Grow Your Emotional Balance With Matt O’Neill. 1:16:17

6M ago1:16:17

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Send us a text Today, my guest is Matt O'Neill, a leader in happiness education and author of "The Good Mood Revolution." Matt recounts his transformative journey from chronic bad moods to achieving a consistent state of gratitude and self-love. He underscores the importance of taking responsibility for one's emotions, dismantling anger through sel…

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From Small Talk to Meaningful Connection: How To Ask Good Questions, Listen Actively and Enjoy The Silence with Terre Short 1:00:27

6M ago1:00:27

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Send us a text In this episode, my guest Terry Short author of the book "the words we chose: Your Guide to How and Why Words Matter." discusses her lifelong draw to words and how their impact on her personal and professional life led her to write a book about effective communication. She shares her experiences with how different people, including h…

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How To Handle Our Couple Disagreements in Grace And Kindness to Build Stronger Relationship, Better Communication And Lot Of Appreciation With Kelly Dupee 1:06:15

7M ago1:06:15

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Send us a text My guest Kelly Dupee shares a personal story about a pivotal moment in his marriage when his wife expressed her unhappiness and desire to feel special. He reflects on the changes he made to prioritize her feelings and improve their relationship. The discussion covers practical tips for men to better understand and communicate with th…

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On The Road With Rosie: The Chronicles Of Her Van Life And Conversations On Freedom, Discovery and Liberation. 40:10

8M ago40:10

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Send us a text In this episode of the Life Affairs Podcast, I explore the liberating journey of Rosie, a high achieving academic who chose to pursue her dreams over societal expectations by living and working from her Van while traveling around Australia. Rosie shares her story, highlighting the catalyst of her mother’s death and how it spurred her…

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A Listen Story: Yearnings: Mine are scattered along the North Sea's shore. Do you know where yours are wandering? 5:12

9M ago5:12

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Send us a text 🌟 Exploring Yearnings Today ✨ "We are not meant for stagnation. We are meant to grow." - Melody Beattie Ever scrolled through social media? 🤯 Travel brags, dream jobs, beachside workcations, perfect moms. Suddenly, your heart aches for something just out of reach. ✨ You're not alone. 🤝 Guided by curiosity, I embark on a stroll throug…

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Ruwe bolster, blanke pit – Voorbij het uniform. Een verhaal over kwetsbaarheid, veerkracht, zelfontdekking en mentale transformatie. 1:09:26

9M ago1:09:26

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Send us a text In dit emotionele en diepgaande gesprek met Pieter, een voormalig militair, ondernemer en mental coach, delen we zijn reis vanaf zijn tijd in het leger tot aan zijn transformatie naar een leven gebaseerd op authenticiteit en zelfliefde. Welkom terug bij de podcast! Vandaag hebben we een inspirerend gesprek voor mensen met verschillen…

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A Listen Story: How I prepare for war - and this is what you can do too: My 15 years of experience from living in the heart of the war in Lebanon 27:42

10M ago27:42

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Send us a text As I reflected on my experiences during the theater show, I realize the importance of community unity and support in times of crisis. While the discussions on stage provide valuable insights, it is my own lived experiences that truly underscore the human cost of war and the imperative of working together to build a more peaceful futu…

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A Listen Story: I turned 50 This is How I am shredding my cv and re-crafting the unthinkable future. 10:19

11M ago10:19

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Send us a text I turned 50 begin January; in this episode I talk about my experiences and my perspectives on aging and how it impacts job seeking. I share my personal journey, reshaping my CV not only with professional experiences but also with life teachings, and difficulties I faced due to age-related stereotypes. I encourage active defiance of s…

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De Kankerchaos: Paula's reis door werk, kanker en de UWV waar jij ook iets aan hebt 1:04:28

11M ago1:04:28

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Send us a text Paula, een voormalige televisieprofessional en kankeroverlevende, is mijn gast en deelt haar ervaring met het bestrijden van kanker te midden van haar carrière en de impact hiervan op haar gemeenschap. Terwijl ze de tumultueuze weg bewandelt van werk naar ziekte naar mogelijke impact op de gemeenschap, worstelt Paula met het onbekend…

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A Listen Story: A Lifetime of Pursuing Post-WWII Dreams in the Shadow of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict with a focus on Lebanon. 17:45

1y ago17:45

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Send us a text Growing Up Amidst Tension In this opening, I explore my upbringing in Lebanon, where animosity between Lebanese and Palestinians cast a long shadow. The conflict's impact on my personal life and relationships sets the stage for the narrative. A Family's Unique Story I delve into my family history, marked by my Christian Palestinian m…

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A Listen Story: Living Authentically, My Unapologetic Life: From Menstruation to Liberation 28:54

1y ago28:54

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Send us a text In today's episode, I delve into my tale of growing up in the vibrant streets of Achrafieh, Beirut, during the spring of 1985. It's a journey of self-discovery, societal expectations, and the pursuit of freedom. Part 1: Childhood Bonds and Revelations - The episode begins with a vivid description of my childhood in Achrafieh, Beirut.…

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A Listen Story: Sun soakers in the midst of war. The unforgettable beach life in torn Lebanon in the 90's 27:03

1+ y ago27:03

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Send us a text Welcome to this episode where I journey through time and memories. Join me in this serene moment at my kitchen table, sipping tea and gazing out the vast window. The ever-changing view of nature unfolding in front of me brings back memories of 1989 when I lived in war-torn Lebanon. Amidst the never-ending conflict, my friends and I, …

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A Listen Story: My Brother and I are United by Alien language when Torn apart by distance and off to Summer break 10:54

1+ y ago10:54

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Send us a text Recently, my brother from Lebanon visited me in the Netherlands for a month, seeking new opportunities for himself and his family. During this time, I've realized how much I've changed since leaving Lebanon 23 years ago. Cultural differences sometimes make me feel like I'm speaking an alien language, but it's been a joyful and enligh…

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Redefining Masculinity, Embracing Equality, and Navigating Modern Fatherhood 50:03

1+ y ago50:03

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Send us a text Join me in this thought-provoking episode as I explore the concept of masculinity and the evolving role of men in family life. Sergio, my brother in law, is a loving husband and father, he shares his personal insights on self-expression, vulnerability, and the changing dynamics of relationships. Segment 1: Authenticity and Self-Expre…

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Psychedelic hour, Power of deep breath and the journey of True Embodiment 1:06:35

1+ y ago1:06:35

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Send us a text Join Kim's transformative journey as she unlocks her superpowers and shares them with others. In this episode, she reveals her personal experiences before her plant medicine encounter and the discovery of her extraordinary abilities. Kim explores her role as a woman, a mother, and her previous career, emphasizing realism and empowerm…

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The story of my adoption: bus ride to the orphanage and how I met my mother 1:33:58

1+ y ago1:33:58

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Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the incredible journey of Mika, who shares his heartfelt story of adoption from South Korea. Mika's adoptive parents, both from Amsterdam, faced the heartbreaking realization that they couldn't have biological children, leading them to take the courageous step of adopting a child. Mika takes us through …

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Dappere moeder, dappere dochter: het tonen van moed bij een ongeneeslijke ziekte 47:45

1+ y ago47:45

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Send us a text Waarschuwing: de inhoud van deze aflevering kan gevoelig zijn omdat we praten over het leven van een moeder en haar ongeneselijk zieke kind. Denk aan je eigen welzijn voordat je besluit om naar deze aflevering te luisteren. In deze aflevering van “The life affaires podcast – echte levensverhalen” hebben we het over een onderwerp dat …

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A Listen Story: A Night Ride Through Locked Down-Era Of Magical Amsterdam, Singing WAP to Bond with My Daughters 30:44

1+ y ago30:44

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Send us a text Join me in this episode as I explore the tradition of post-dinner drives with my daughter(s), and how it's become a source of both connection and confrontation. Listen in as I navigate the chaotic streets of Amsterdam, observing the bustling city life and reflecting on our relationship. Experience with me the thrill of driving in a c…

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Enjoy by listening together with your child or children: I closed my eyes and let her do it 5:33

1+ y ago5:33

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Send us a text (EN-Children Edition) 7-Year-Old Liam recounts recess experience at school with detailed account. Whether you're driving your child to school, getting ready for bedtime, or simply looking for a good time to listen, this is the perfect choice for quality time with your child or children." Hey, if you're listening to this podcast and b…

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Enjoy by listening together with your child or children: The star that shouldn’t exist 3:52

1+ y ago3:52

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Send us a text (EN-Children Edition) 7-Year-Old Liam talks about the black hole star. Whether you're driving your child to school, getting ready for bedtime, or simply looking for a good time to listen, this is the perfect choice for quality time with your child or children. Music by lvymusic from Pixabay Image by Felipe from Pixabay Hey, if you're…

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De onheilige weg van een Haagse gangster - leven buiten de wet 36:01

1+ y ago36:01

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Send us a text In deze aflevering van de "Life Affairs Podcast - Echte Levensverhalen" deelt spreker Mikel zijn bijzondere spirituele ervaring. Mikel Dees is een ex-gedetineerde die vier jaar in de gevangenis heeft doorgebracht voor een gewapende overval op een juwelierszaak waarbij de eigenaar gewond raakte. Voordat hij werd opgesloten, leefde hij…

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A Listen Story: Growing Up in Beirut, Dating at the trenches, and Finding Peace in the Netherlands 24:14

2y ago24:14

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Send us a text ‘Pablo Escobar’ we name our father, I loved him but I feared him more. My disastrous first date interrupted by a bombing and the clandestine escapades orchestrated by my sister between the trenches of snipers and sand bags shields. Come, let me take you with me in this story. Tucked into bed my restless night, unable to sleep, I find…

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(EN version) Why "the life affairs podcast" 5:10

2y ago5:10

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Send us a text The Life Affairs podcast, hosted by Roula, explores personal life stories from guests around the world. The podcast is available in Dutch and English and offers a unique perspective on universal experiences such as love, drama, heartbreak, and triumphs. Roula and her guests keep it real, sharing authentic, vulnerable, and sometimes f…

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(NL versie) Waarom de podcast "echte levensverhalen" 5:10

2y ago5:10

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Send us a text Welkom bij The Life Affairs podcast, waar we echte levensverhalen delen in zowel het Nederlands als het Engels. Als host, Roula, geloof ik dat onze persoonlijke ervaringen waardevol zijn en dat we niet alleen zijn in wat we meemaken. Mijn gasten en ik gaan in op diverse levensverhalen om ons te verbinden en te leren van elkaars ervar…

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#23 Eva Jans - Dieper verbinden met je vrouw-zijn 54:52

2y ago54:52

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Eva is eigenaar van het bedrijf Woman's Worth en werkt met Integrale bekkentherapie.. een vorm van lichaamswerk dat is ontworpen voor iedere vrouw die zich (opnieuw) wil verbinden met haar vrouwelijkheid. Wanneer we als vrouw dieper kunnen zakken in ons bekken, voelen we een diepere verbinding met onszelf. Hier ligt onze creatiekracht en innerlijke…

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#22 Amanda MacRae - Uncovering your Total Self through Somatic Work 46:06

2y ago46:06

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Amanda was an Advertising Executive, and made her way from Sydney, Australia to Hollywood with her family. She always knew she had a healer in her but hid that part of herself. After losing her sister she knew she had to make room for her calling and she made her way to Berlin to dive into learning more about body work. I've had the pleasure to be …

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#21 Ayla Verheijen - Shining your light through marketing 1:16:15

2y ago1:16:15

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Ayla is a breath of fresh air in the marketing space. As a seasoned marketing professional she has chosen to deep dive into the worlds of human design, astrology and trauma work to create a blend of guidance for entrepreneurs that tickles your brain and inspires a new way of showing up in this world. Her approach is an invitation into our own uniqu…

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#20 Juliet Lippman - A Juicy Life 59:54

2+ y ago59:54

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Juliet, a born and raised New Yorker with French flair in her blood and with a contagious lively spirit is on the show. She lives in Amsterdam where she birthed her juicy business guiding female entrepreneurs. I chat to her about her beginnings selling sxx toys at her conservative university to being fed up with feeling dried up and quitting her jo…

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#19 Mirjam Ravensbergen - The Yin S*x Revolution - Reclaim your pleasure 1:03:25

2+ y ago1:03:25

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In Season 3, I switch to English and take you along the ride of The Life Artist Year ™ , the personal project I've committed myself to. A year of diving deeper into my fullest expression; as a woman, as an entrepreneur, as a lover. In this episode I dive into the Yin S*x Revolution with Mirjam Ravensbergen. We talk about how she launched her career…

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Het einde van mijn reis? 13:08

3+ y ago13:08

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In deze podcast deel ik waar ik nu sta. Er is een nieuw bedrijf ontstaan, er zijn nieuwe producten gemaakt. Tijd om te reflecteren.

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#virtualcoffee met Hayke Veldman (Tweede Kamer VVD, woordvoerder zorg) 24:05

4+ y ago24:05

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#virtualcoffee met Hayke Veldman lid Tweede Kamer voor de VVD, woordvoerder zorg. Over hoe hij de meest indrukwekkende periode van de recente geschiedenis heeft ervaren, hoe hij zijn werk gedaan kreeg, voeling met de maatschappij onderhield en wat het persoonlijk met hem deed.Door Lucien Engelen

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#VirtualCoffee met Rutger Engels, Rector Magnificus Erasmus Universiteit 22:29

4+ y ago22:29

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#VirtualCoffee met Rutger Engels Rector Magnificus Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam , over de huidige indrukwekkende tijd en impact van Corona-pandemie. Rutger Engels is rector magnificus van de Erasmus Universiteit. Hij is verantwoordelijk voor onderwijs, onderzoek en impact, met inbegrip van het wetenschappelijk personeel(sbeleid), studenten en wet…

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"Is this real life, of just a fantasy?" COVID19 in perspectief 2:48

4+ y ago2:48

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COVID19 in perspectief, een korte reflectie op wat vóór ons ligt, nadat de eerste fase van deze pandemie achter de rug zal zijn. Over andere curves, adrenaline, processen en digitale zorg. (zie ook https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-time-look-beyond-flattening-curve-start-getting-lucien-engelen/?published=t)…

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Virtual Coffee met IO-TV 24:26

4+ y ago24:26

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Normaal heb ik een dialoog met gasten voor mijn "Virtual Coffee", maar dit maal interviewde Elke van IO-TV (Innovations Origins) mij.Door Lucien Engelen

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Parallels and lessons learned in fighting both cyber and biological viruses 22:03

4+ y ago22:03

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I had the pleasure and opportunity to chat with Sir Rob Wainwright (former Director of Europol) about similarities biological viruses and cyber virusesDoor Lucien Engelen

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#18: Saskia Wijsman - van reclamestrateeg naar sekscoach 52:22

5y ago52:22

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Aflevering 13: One trick pony 14:53

5y ago14:53

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Soms worden mensen er een beetje moe van: al dat gehamer op de invloed van context op gedrag en bedrijfsprestaties. Maar waarom is het zo belangrijk? Ik leg het uit met broccoli.

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Aflevering 12. De 3 systemen van Judith Harris 18:46

5y ago18:46

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Als onze opvoeding onze persoonlijkheid niet bepaalt; wat dan wel? In deze podcast laat ik zien hoe de 3 systemen-theorie van Judith Harris daar een verfrissend antwoord op geeft.

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#17: Puck Landewé - Founder Fire for Women 1:13:15

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#16: Vera Westenberg - Founder Marketing Schmarketing 1:05:33

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#15: Sella Molenaar - Over loslaten en je ruimte innemen 1:07:20

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#14: Carmen Vukman - De dramatherapeut met een levensgrote missie! 53:32

5y ago53:32

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Carmen ontmoette ik tijdens een workshop van mijn sprekersagentschap. Ik was direct onder de indruk van haar vak, humor en zelfspot. In dit interview spreekt zij over de open dag van haar opleiding, spreken in het openbaar, haar boekenliefde, Esther Perel en pionieren.

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