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MindFolk

MindFolk

By Brian Pagán

MindFolk: Human Creativity and Mindful Innovation, in a Podcast.

Host Brian Pagán talks with scientists, artists, philosophers, and designers about how to build a more compassionate world. We discuss topics like human experience (UX) design, empathy, storytelling, ethics, privacy, and creativity.
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#12 Interview with Ghada Alaa Hamdy: Food for Soul

MindFolkOct 22, 2021

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#12 Interview with Ghada Alaa Hamdy: Food for Soul

#12 Interview with Ghada Alaa Hamdy: Food for Soul

How can love help us create sustainable change? Ghada Alaa Hamdy shares how she does it, both in the humanitarian sector and at home.

"We're trying really to experience coexistence in a practical way."

See the shownotes & transcript on our website

References

Ghada's LinkedIn Profile

Bahá'í faith and community

Topics

Communication, Love, Psychological Safety, Culture, Growth, Bahá'í, Service, Harassment, Gender, Social Justice, Change Management, Inclusion

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#7 Interview with Adedana Ashebir: It's Gonna Be OK
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#6 Interview with Abdalla Shaheen: Nature is the Best Teacher
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#5 Interview with Karin Ackerholm: Design is Building Relationships

#5 Interview with Karin Ackerholm: Design is Building Relationships

Interaction designers often transition into other creative roles, and Karin Ackerholm is no exception. She talks with Brian about having curiosity as a superpower, learning empathy from immigrants, and dedicating her career to making the world more sustainable for all of us.


"Should we spend our funding on things that make the world better or worse?"


See the shownotes & transcript on our website


Karin Ackerholm

LinkedIn profile  |  University bio


References

Brainpickings: Paula Scher on Combinatorial Creativity


Topics

Sustainability, Innovation, Sustainable Business, Refugees, Comfort in Discomfort, Curiosity, Relationship-Building, Creative Career, Stress, Self-Care, Empathy


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#4 Interview with Joost MF Liebregts: Change & Innovation

#4 Interview with Joost MF Liebregts: Change & Innovation

We each face challenges differently, and no one has faced 2020's challenges like Joost MF Liebregts. He shares with Brian the story of how he successfully pivoted his business, and they discuss the happy intersection between sustainability and good business.

"It's an erosion of status quo that makes change happen."

🌍 See the shownotes & transcript on our website

Joost MF Liebregts

Joost on LinkedIn  |  Purpose Design  |  Shots of Purpose

References Topics

Gardening, Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Creative Career, Experimentation, Inspiration, Privilege, Design Sprints, Digital Workshops, Barter Deals, Value-Based Pricing

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#3 Interview with Chiara Vercesi: Finding your Creative Voice
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#2 MindSnack: Privacy and Convenience
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