Walk Talk Listen Podcast

By: Maurice A. Bloem
  • Summary

  • Walk Talk Listen, an attempt to connect people and make this world a bit better by sharing opinions and experiences based on the belief that everyone’s perspective is true albeit partial. It is also an effort to create awareness and to inspire a growing group of listeners to be engaged with the Global Goals (SDGs) and their attainment. A spin-off of the 100 mile walk. #gotheextra100mile
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Episodes
  • A Journey of Bridging Cultures and Building Resilience with Tapiwa Yameke - Walk Talk Listen (Episode 169)
    Nov 13 2024
    Tapiwa Yameke is a dynamic advocate for peacebuilding, public health, and migration, who brings unique insights into mental health challenges, gender-based violence, and community empowerment. Hailing from Zimbabwe, Tapiwa shares her experiences working across multiple countries, promoting Afrocentric solutions to complex social issues within prison and rural communities. Her journey spans from a rural upbringing in Zimbabwe, where her resilience and commitment to advocacy took root, to her role in Sweden with LM International, where she now contributes to global dialogue on religious literacy and community-centered interventions. Tapiwa discusses her academic journey in economics, her activism for women's rights, and her transformative roles in South Africa and Norway, where she worked with survivors of sexual violence, sex workers, and prison communities. Tapiwa also shares her perspectives on the Sustainable Development Goals, the importance of inner development for global change, and the challenge of fostering true belonging and self-discovery in a world increasingly shaped by social media. Listener Engagement:
    • Discover more about Tapiwa's via her social media: Instagram and Facebook. Follow her organization LM International: on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn and find Tapiwa's publications here.
    • Share your thoughts on this episode at innovationhub@cwsglobal.org. Your feedback is invaluable to us.
    • Explore the songs selected by Tapiwa and other guests on our #walktalklisten playlist here.
    Follow Us:
    • Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by liking and following us on Twitter and Instagram.
    • Visit our website at 100mile.org for more episodes and information about our initiatives.
    • Check out the special WTL series "Enough for All," featuring Church World Service (CWS) and the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • The Art of Relating with Yuliya Shtaltovna - Walk Talk Listen (Episode 168)
    Nov 6 2024
    In this episode, Maurice Bloem speaks with Yuliya Shtaltovna, an educator and resilience advocate from Ukraine, now based in Berlin. Yuliya shares her journey from Dnipro to Germany, detailing her background in linguistics, intercultural competence, and leadership education. Together, they explore the powerful framework of the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) and Yuliya’s role in fostering resilience within the Ukrainian community amidst the ongoing war. Throughout the episode, Yuliya reflects on her work co-leading the IDG Higher Education Circle and supporting the IDG Network in Ukraine, a collective dedicated to cultivating resilience through empathy, critical thinking, and community support. She shares practical methods for navigating traumatic experiences, highlighting the role of perspective-taking and community dialogue in trauma-informed resilience practices. The conversation touches on her perspectives on violence and self-defense, the importance of value-based communities, and the strength derived from shared cultural and spiritual practices. Yuliya also discusses the inspiring work of Ukrainian artists like Okean Elzy, so which song do you think she picked? Join Maurice and Yuliya as they delve into meaningful discussions on spirituality, resilience, and the human spirit’s capacity to endure and uplift others in times of adversity. Link: Why Pacifism Kills co-authored by Yuliya Shtaltovna Listener Engagement:
    • Discover more about Yuliya's via her podcast Live and Learn: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and Spotify. Follow her on Facebook and LinkedIn for updates on her latest projects, publications and insights.
    • Share your thoughts on this episode at innovationhub@cwsglobal.org. Your feedback is invaluable to us.
    • Explore the songs selected by Yuliya and other guests on our #walktalklisten playlist here.
    Follow Us:
    • Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by liking and following us on Twitter and Instagram.
    • Visit our website at 100mile.org for more episodes and information about our initiatives.
    • Check out the special WTL series "Enough for All," featuring Church World Service (CWS) and the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • On My Way with Victoire Mandonnaud - Walk Talk Listen (Episode 167)
    Oct 30 2024
    In this episode of 'Walk, Talk, Listen,' Maurice is joined by Victoire Mandonnaud a 26-year-old French multi-talented artist, anthropologist and economist. Victoire shares her inspiring journey from studying painting and photojournalism in New York to earning degrees in Anthropology and International Finance and Economic Policy from Columbia University. Rooted in her early exposure to the arts and being the youngest of six siblings, Victoire underscores the importance of exploring diverse fields. She is passionate about human nature, its resilience, and fostering modest, meaningful conversations. Victoire is also developing 'On My Way,' an app that encourages real-time community actions and supports Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Additionally, she reflects on how younger generations prioritize actionable goals over traditional spirituality. Graduated from prestigious institutions including the International Center of Photography and Jacques Lecoq, Victoire balances her art career with her mission to inspire societal change through honest dialogue and innovative solutions. Listener Engagement:
    • Discover more about Victoire's via her website and her social media handles Instagram Paintings and Instagram Photographs, . Or the website of her app On My Way and it's social media handles: Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
    • Share your thoughts on this episode at innovationhub@cwsglobal.org. Your feedback is invaluable to us.
    • Discover the songs picked by Victoire and other guests on our #walktalklisten playlist here.
    Follow Us:
    • Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by liking and following us on Twitter and Instagram.
    • Visit our website at 100mile.org for more episodes and information about our initiatives.
    • Check out the special WTL series "Enough for All," featuring Church World Service (CWS) and the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).
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    59 mins

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