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Something to Declare

BBC Radio 4
Living Bridges
Regenerative Design
Community
Day Of the Dead
Grief
Mindfulness
Community Building
Sustainable Architecture
Environmental Resilience
Traditional Knowledge
Saudade
Ubuntu
Flâneur
Sisu
Wabi Sabi
Meghalaya, India
Nunchi
Fado
Apartheid
Fika

How do other cultures handle the universal problems that we face here at home? Something to Declare is here to find the answer. Join Jack Boswell as he explores the roots of global cultural practices and how people are interpreting them today, from Japanese Wabi Sabi philosophy to the Sacred Geography of Andean tribes.

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In this episode, Jack Boswell explores the Irish concept of "Craic"—a unique blend of humour, storytelling, and community that brings joy and resilience to everyday life.

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Jack Boswell explores the Finnish concept of sisu - a profound inner strength that emerges when we face life’s toughest challenges.

Joining him is Emilia Elisabet Lahti, a Finnish behavioural scientist, who delves into the origins of sisu, a corners... more

Jack Boswell explores the Parisian tradition of flânerie, the art of strolling aimlessly through city streets, discovering beauty in the everyday.

Joining him is Dr Aimée Boutin, a French literature professor and flânerie expert, who explains its or... more

Jack Boswell explores Sweden’s cherished tradition of fika and its lessons on the art of taking a break.

Joining him is Anna Brones, author of Fika: The Art of the Swedish Coffee Break, who shares how this ritual goes beyond coffee and pastries to c... more

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Behavioral scientist and expert on Sisu
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Mikko Paasi
Finnish diver involved in the Thailand cave rescue
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Yojana Miraya Oscco
Ph.D. candidate focusing on political science, environmental justice, and community issues.
Episode: How to Appreciate What Matters
Zoila Mendoza
Peruvian anthropologist and professor with experience studying indigenous peoples throughout the Americas.
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Episode: How to Appreciate What Matters
Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu
A priest born and raised in South Africa and daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Episode: How to Nurture Community
Refiloe Moahloli
A writer focusing on children's literature and Ubuntu philosophy
Episode: How to Nurture Community
Helder Macedo
Celebrated writer and emeritus professor of Portuguese at King's College London
King's College London
Episode: How to Make Peace With the Past
Christina Branco
Fado singer with a personal connection to the genre and its expression of emotions
Episode: How to Make Peace With the Past
Euny Hong
Author and speaker on the concept of Nunchi
Episode: How to Read Beyond the Room

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Jack Boswell
Host of Something to Declare, exploring global cultural practices and their universal relevance.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • A great listen

    We like everything this Jack Boswell guy is involved with.

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    DarrylPurpose
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the exploration of diverse cultural insights and find the content enriching and thought-provoking.
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How to Rise to the Challenge
Q: How can our listeners, if they find themselves in a really difficult moment, push through?
Listeners can develop Sisu as a tool by noticing their physical state and using breath as a regulating tool.
How to Make Peace With the Past
Q: What is the right way to harness Saudade in our lives?
Understand your feelings but do not let them define your identity; action is necessary for positive change.
How to Make Peace With the Past
Q: What would you like them to take away from this conversation?
That vulnerability is a strength and facing emotions leads to evolution.
How to Make Peace With the Past
Q: So does Saudade influence how you think about your life?
As I am at the end of my life, memory is part of one's identity, and the past is significant to my identity.
How to Build for Our Future
Q: How does traditional knowledge play a role in maintaining these bridges?
Knowledge about the bridges is passed down through elders and familial ties in the community, ensuring the skills remain alive for future generations.

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Exploring diverse cultural practices and philosophies, this podcast examines how different societies tackle universal human challenges. The host engages with various guests, including experts in anthropology, psychology, art, and philosophy, to delve into topics such as resilience in Finnish culture, the significance of community in South Africa, and the beauty of imperfection in Japanese aesthetics. The discussion often intersects with everyday experiences, offering listeners an enriching perspective on familiar issues through the lens of global traditions and social norms.

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3. Yojana Miraya Oscco
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