Creative Musings
Legend of Entrepreneurship and Giving, Kingsley Kobayashi
Introducing the legend of entrepreneurship and giving, Kingley Kobayashi.
From his humble beginnings in Nigeria, raised by his grandmother and single parent father, who as a teacher would take Kingsley to school with him from aged 9 months. Kinglsey contributed to the family from a very young age and learned his work ethic early on, working before and after school and being schooled in the tougher end of economics by his Grandmother. He then left Nigeria, and we look at the path he took.
Legend of Self Esteem, Baye McNeil
Introducing Baye McNeil, the legend of black self-esteem.
‘When you have healthy self esteem and you see everyone as your equal, you approach the world differently’
Baye is a high-profile writer; columnist in Japan Times’ Black Eye, author of TWO best-selling books “Hi My Name is Loco and I am a Racist” and “Loco in Yokohama”. I can’t even tell you how many other things Baye has done - listen in and visit his website, linked below.
Legend of Crossing Cultures & Turning Corners, Karen Hill Anton
“I wouldn’t burden myself or create anxiety about the past. I tend not to live in the past”
Introducing Karen Hill Anton, Legend of Crossing Cultures and Turning Corners
In Karen’s book ‘The View From Breast Pocket Mountain’ before I even got to page 50 she had introduced me to her young relationship with Joseph Heller, author of Catch 22, hanging out with Neneh Cherry (childhood hero of mine). Now, I am a sloooooow reader - I like that about myself - I read about 10 books a year and these days listen to more, but I decided to purchase Karen’s book and dip in before our conversation.
Legend of Action, Chuck Johnson
Introducing Chuck Johnson, The Legend of Action
‘Punches of positivity’
‘Diversity is part of the human condition’
“I really do believe it’s all about trusting your instincts”
Every single conversation I think to myself ‘this was my favourite conversation to date’. This conversation with Chuck Johnson is no exception and Chuck IS exceptional. He is gentle, confident, detailed, humble, generous, social-impact minded and terrific company.
Emergency Conversation with Legend Nina Cataldo #powerfulasianwomen
Emergency Conversation with the legend, Nina Cataldo - #POWERFULASIANWOMEN #POWERFULASIANWOMAN
Nina Cataldo, founder of Hafu Ladies, DEI specialist and Brave and Bold Mastermind leader had an epiphany following a racially hostile encounter last week that coincided with the tragic murders of 8 people in Atlanta.
We honour these people and their families in their grief.
Legend of Tokyo Yoga, Leza Lowitz
Introducing Leza Lowitz, the legend of Tokyo Yoga.
There’s so much richness in Leza’s story - from the American Mid-West in Iowa, to Key West, Florida then Berkley California, this is a story of the ages. An American story that lands in Japan then continues to evolve.
Legend of Inter-species Collaboration, Vail Fletcher
Introducing the legend of Inter-species Collaboration, Vail Fletcher. From an upstate New York suburban upbringing to the unseated land of Wapato, Portland Oregon, which also goes by the name of Sauvie Island, Vail introduced me to ideas that turned me around inside and shifted my perspective. Seriously part way through Vail says something so profoundly moving that I gasp and go crosseyed (luckily you can’t see that on the podcast). Vail is an incredible mix of intellect, absolute clarity, and earth dweller. Vail’s intellect and humanity and inter-species collaboration is mind-shifting…
Legend of reinvention, Martine Cotton
Introducing Martine Cotton, legend of reinvention.
“It’s never too late to start again”
Fiery feminist and cattle farmer move to New Guinea with with 2-week old Martine on their lap to build roads in the jungles.
Born in Brisbane, she has now returned there by way of New Guinea, Japan, Far North Queensland and many exciting music tours around Australia.
What have Powderfinger, Gwen Stefani, Nick Cave and Mogwai got in common? Martine has stories about all of them.
Karenni Social Development Center, supported by REI
REI (Refugee Empowerment International)is proud to support the Karenni Social Development Center (KSDC). Located in Karenni Refugee Camp #1, in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand, the KSDC training addresses nearly 70 years of human rights abuses and destruction of environmental systems throughout the Karenni State and Myanmar. Through its educational courses, the KSDC empowers young Karenni refugees to become advocates for nonviolent social change and equips them with the tools they need to build a peaceful, democratic society. Since its formation in 2002, KSDC has trained over 500 human rights and environmental activists.
Legend of Healing, Gretchen Miura
Introducing Gretchen Miura Legend of Healing. Gretchen is a mindfulness teacher, avid maker and mother of four. Originally from New Jersey in America, Gretchen lives in northern Japan on the Oga peninsula where she and her husband run a Zen temple. She hosts mindfulness retreats, classes and workshops in English, as well as traditional ceremonies and activities for the local community. She sells her handmade bento bags, face masks and accessories at her online shop SORAbento. She is living a life focused on creativity, belonging and connection.