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Edgy Ideas

Simon Western
Humanitarianism
Psychoanalysis
Social Justice
Leadership Coaching
Power Dynamics
Equity and Solidarity
Colonization Of Aid
Feminism
Ubuntu
Narrative and Storytelling
Conflict Zones
Nature
Neoliberalism
First Nations Worldviews
Coaching
Art
Leadership
Ecology
Climate Change
Celtic Calendar

Welcome to Edgy Ideas, where we explore what it means to live a ‘good life’ and build the ‘good society’ in our disruptive age. This podcast explores our human dynamics in today's networked society. Addressing topical themes, we explore how social change, technology and environmental issues impact on how we live, and who we are - personally and collectively. Edgy Ideas podcast aims to re-insert t... more

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In this episode Simon and Dr. Jack Black, Associate Professor at Sheffield Hallam University, think dangerously about AI through the unsettling lens of Lacanian psychoanalysis. This is a conversation about desire, discourse, power and the ... more

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In this episode of Edgy Ideas, Simon talks with Stewart Desson, founder of Lumina Learning, whose work has reshaped the field of psychometrics by bringing a deeply humanistic, culturally sensitive, and relational approach to understanding ... more

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In this episode Simon speaks with Tatiana Bachkirova, a leading scholar in coaching psychology. They explore how AI is impacting on the field of coaching and what it means to remain human in a world increasingly driven by algorithms. The ... more

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In this special 100th episode of Edgy Ideas, we mark a moment of reflection and celebration. Simon is joined by a panel of thoughtful voices; Chris Yates, Leslie Brissett, Eleanor Moore and Hetty Einzig, to explore a topic close to the he... more

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Tatiana Bachkirova
Professor of Coaching Psychology in the International Centre for Coaching and Mentoring Studies at Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University
Episode: 101: The Future of Coaching: AI, Ethics, and Belonging
David Rothauser
Psychoanalyst, organizational consultant, executive coach, educator, and supervisor.
Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis
Episode: 99: Analytic Listening
Dr. Natalie Lancer
Chartered Coaching Psychologist Supervisor and former Chair of the British Psychological Society's Division of Coaching Psychology
New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling
Episode: 98: Freedom and Meaning: Existential Coaching Approach
Yoko Kunii
Award-winning university lecturer, coach and trainer from Japan.
Ministry of Defence, UK
Episode: 97: Ikigai in Coaching Practice
Daniel B. Frank
Principal and senior administrator at the Francis W. Parker School in Chicago.
Episode: 96: Place: Identity and Belonging
Caro Bainbridge
Organizational consultant, executive coach, and leadership developer.
Episode: 96: Place: Identity and Belonging
Father David McCallum
Jesuit priest and executive director of the Program for Discerning Leadership.
Society of Jesus
Episode: 95: The Leadership of Pope Francis
Karim Safieddine
PhD researcher in sociology specializing in social movements in Lebanon
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: 94: Building Civil Society: Reflections from a Lebanese Activist
Daria Kuznetsova
Humanitarian professional with over a decade of experience, managing complex humanitarian projects in Ukraine
Episode: 93: Living Through Conflict: Insights from Ukraine

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Simon Western
Host of discussions on human dynamics in today's networked society, focusing on leadership and societal challenges.

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4.1 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Great show making interesting ideas available to all

    It is rare to see a podcast where interesting ideas from psychodynamics are brought to illuminate aspects of organization and leadership we take for granted

    Top guests and a great presenter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katekenny1
    Irelanda year ago
  • Struggled to listen

    Terrible show. Awful presenter.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    garfield 77
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Very nice podcast

    The very interesting podcast concludes by contemplating what it means to live a ‘good life’ and create the ‘good society

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mala vanica
    United States5 years ago
  • Very Helpful Episode

    Every episode is really very helpful to change our life and society.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Podcast That Changed My Life
    United States5 years ago
  • Everybody should listen the podcast

    Do you live a ‘good life’ and build the ‘good society’ in our disruptive age so you should listen Edgy Ideas podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ms dhone fan
    United States5 years ago

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100: Soul at Work: Living a Good Life in a Disruptive Age
Q: So how do we enable everyone to feel seen in the workplace?
By creating sacred spaces in everyday contexts, much like what happens in sporting events where people connect on deeper levels.
100: Soul at Work: Living a Good Life in a Disruptive Age
Q: Eleanor, you work with social activists and people who are fighting the good fight against oppressive work for the environment. What's your experience of that?
Activism often involves unpaid work where communities come together with a strong sense of purpose, leading to collaborative experiences that can be soulful and transformative.
97: Ikigai in Coaching Practice
Q: What does it mean to live a good life and create a good society?
Yoko emphasizes that Ikigai has personal and environmental dimensions, where health, relationships, and sacrifices for the well-being of others are essential.
96: Place: Identity and Belonging
Q: What does it mean to create a good society?
To create a good society, people need to be encouraged to think about ethical decisions and what constitutes a good life.
96: Place: Identity and Belonging
Q: What does it mean to live a good life?
It's about trying to stay present with where you are and where you find yourself.

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What is Edgy Ideas about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series engages in thought-provoking discussions about the essence of living a meaningful life and constructing a just society amidst contemporary disruptions. It explores pressing themes such as social change, technology, environmental challenges, psychoanalysis, and organizational dynamics, with a special focus on the unconscious influences that shape individual and collective behaviors. Notably, the series seeks to reintegrate human values, ethics, and aesthetics into the narratives surrounding societal progression, inviting listeners to reflect on what constitutes a 'good life' and how to foster a thriving community. The format typically features informed conversations with expert guests hailing from diverse backgrounds, fostering a... more

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