S2E4: Qigong, Sound Therapy and Natural Healing Practices w/ Jennie Chan, Founder of Spectra Wellbeing
Release Date: 04/01/2024
S2E28: The Complexities of Ceasefire Deals with Marika Sosnowski
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Brian explores the legal and practical concepts of ceasefire deals with Marika Sosnowski, an Australian-qualified lawyer, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at and a Research Associate at the (GIGA) in Hamburg. She works as a legal anthropologist with primary research interests in the fields of critical security studies (mainly ceasefires), local/rebel governance and legal systems, particularly issues around citizenship and belonging. In this conversation, Marika Sosnowski discusses the complexities of ceasefires, their definitions, historical context, and implications for governance in conflict...
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S2E27: Navigating the Immigrant Experience w/ Raul Lomeli-Azoubel
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Brian interviews Raul Lomeli-Azoubel, Co-Founder, Chairman & Chief Community Officer at , the “digital Ellis Island” and future global platform for immigration. Welcome Tech is a venture funded mobile tech platform helping immigrant communities connect to opportunity including optimal information, products and services they need to succeed in a new country. Currently focused on the U.S. Hispanic community, the largest immigrant community in the world, through its community platform SABEResPODER® (SEP). Prior to launching Welcome Tech, Raúl was Vice President of Diverse Growth...
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S2E26: The Past, Present and Future of Kashmir with Dr. Mehmood Hussain
Brian J Matos
Brian speaks with Dr. Mehmood Hussain to discuss his authorship on the Kashmir conflict and the concept of "Responsibility to Protect" (R2P). Dr. Hussain is an Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Department of International Relations at the Muzaffarabad, Pakistan. His writings have appeared in the Chinese Political Science Review, East Asia Journal, Journal of Globalization Studies, Asian Journal of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, Regional Studies, and Central Asia Journal. Dr. Hhussain earned his doctorate in International Relations from the School of International & Public...
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S2E25: Understanding Haiti: Misconceptions and Realities with Journalist, Fritznel Octave
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Brian interviews Fritznel Octave, an award-winning journalist with over 25 years of experience covering Haitian news, culture, politics, economics and social justice. He serves as Haiti Editor for The Haitian Times online newspaper. An author, speaker and coach, Fritznel has committed his life to impactful storytelling and amplifying marginalized voices. His latest book, "Haiti Between Pestilence And Hope," offers readers a pathway to understand Haiti’s challenges and triumphs. With an inspiring vision, Fritznel encourages Haitians to draw strength from the ideals of the Haitian Revolution...
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S2E24: How Climate Change Impacts Mental Health in Africa & Beyond w/ Svetlana Onye
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Brian speaks with Svetlana Chigozie Onye, a climate justice advocate, writer, journalist, and researcher. In this conversation, Svetlana and Brian discuss the critical intersection of mental health and climate change, particularly in the context of African nations. She highlights the unique challenges faced by African countries, including the disproportionate impact of climate change despite low emissions, the role of transnational companies in resource extraction, and the need for better media coverage of these issues. Svetlana emphasizes the importance of integrating mental health into...
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S2E23: Pathways to an Environmentally Sustainable Future w/ Demitri Fierro
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Brian is joined by Demitri Fierro, a writer and a Sustainability and Stakeholder Strategist. He has published more than 100 articles to date on , where he is an avid contributor on subjects like electric vehicle adoption, wildlife conservation and climate tech. Demitri recently earned an MBA in Sustainable Solutions from Presidio Graduate School in San Francisco. For the last two years, he has served as Program Manager for the Consultancy Shadowing Program, as well as sustainability consultant for a variety of clients. Determined to apply his background to bring sustainable solutions to...
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S2E22: A Conversation About Unaccompanied Migrant Children w/ Stephanie L. Canizales, PhD
Brian J Matos
Brian interviews Stephanie L. Canizales, PhD, a researcher, author, and professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of California, Berkeley, where she is Faculty Director of the . She earned her PhD in Sociology from the University of Southern California (2018). Stephanie specializes in the study of international migration and immigrant integration, with particular interest in the experiences of Latin American-origin immigrants and their descendants in the United States. Over the last decade, Stephanie has focused her work on the migration and coming-of-age of unaccompanied...
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S2E21: The Existential Threat of Advanced AI w/ Prof. Demetrius Floudas
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Brian is joined by Professor Demetrius Floudas for a conversation on the risks and potential dangers of advanced artificial intelligence if not thoughtfully regulated. Demetrius A. Floudas is a transnational lawyer, a legal adviser specializing in tech and an AI regulatory & policy theorist. With extensive experience, he has counseled governments, corporations, and start-ups on regulatory aspects of policy and technology. He serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Law Faculty of , where he lectures on Artificial Intelligence Regulation. Additionally, he is a Fellow of the Hellenic...
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S2E20: Israel, Palestine, the Arab World and the Prospects for a Two-State Solution as of late 2024
Brian J Matos
Brian interviews Hussein Ibish, senior resident scholar at the . He is also a weekly columnist for (UAE) and , and a monthly contributing writer for The . Ibish is also a regular contributor to many other American and Middle Eastern publications. In this episode, we explore the history of the Isreali-Palestinian conflict, the barriers to a two-state solution, the roles of major state and non-state actors in the region and discuss the most likely scenarios for this conflict in the coming months and years. This conversation is meant to help the audience...
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S2E19: The State of Religion in the United States and the Future of Faith with Jake Meador
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Brian interviews Jake Meador, editor-in-chief of and author of two books, I and . Jake also serves as a contributing editor with and as a board member with the . The conversation explores the topic of church attendance as a proxy for religious activity in the United States. Jake discusses the "de-churching" movement, which refers to the significant decline in church attendance rates over the past 25 years. The conversation delves into the impact of de-churching on society, the reasons behind it, and the potential for a resurgence in church attendance. The conversation...
info_outlineBrian interviews Jennie Chan, a Chinese medicine practitioner, Qigong (pronounced chee-guhng) instructor and founder of Spectra Wellbeing, a wellness company promoting the practice of Qigong in individivual and group settings.
Brian and Jennie explore her personal story from high-powered, high-stress finance professional to traditional medicine practitioner. In this conversation, Jennie explains the different aspects of traditional Chinese medicine, including acupuncture, herbal remedies, and physical practices like Tai Chi and Qigong and their observed and potential benefits to our overall health.
Qigong, specifically, is a mindfulness practice that combines movement, breathwork, and meditation to nurture and cultivate vital energy (qi). The practice can be particularly beneficial for managing health and wellness in high-stress environments.
Jennie stresses the importance of adjusting diet and general exercise along with the unique benefits of movement therapy in promoting overall physcial, mental and emotional health by helping people achieve a state of relaxation and calm. She also explores the role of sound in healing and the integration of Qigong routines into daily life. The discussion also highlights the complementary nature of traditional Chinese medicine with Western medicine and the growing interest in Qigong as an alternative healing practice outside Asia.
To learn more about Jennie Chan visit her website and social media pages:
- WEBSITE: https://spectrawellbe.com/
- INSTAGRAM: @spectrawellbe
- FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/spectrawellbe/
- LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spectra-wellbeing/
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