Episodios

  • #020 The Professional Mad Scientist | Dr Vivienne Ming (part 2)

    #020 The Professional Mad Scientist | Dr Vivienne Ming (part 2)
    Nov 19 2022
    Dr Vivienne Ming (Founder and Executive Chair, Socos Labs)

    An astounding chat with Dr Ming who has spoken extensively on her academic struggle early in life, which eventually led her to leave university. After struggling with depression, suicide, and homelessness, Vivienne returned 10 years later to receive her Bachelor of Science with honors in cognitive neuroscience.

    She is an American theoretical neuroscientist and artificial intelligence expert, and was named as one of the BBC 100 Women in 2017, and as one of the Financial Times' "LGBT leaders and allies today".

    Listen to find out what purpose has to do with this remarkable journey. Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Insta · YouTube · Showreel · Power of purpose book · Solid Gold Podcasts
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    1 h y 30 m
  • #019 The Professional Mad Scientist | Dr Vivienne Ming (part 1)

    #019 The Professional Mad Scientist | Dr Vivienne Ming (part 1)
    Jun 1 2022
    Dr Vivienne Ming (Founder and Executive Chair, Socos Labs)

    An astounding chat with Dr Ming who has spoken extensively on her academic struggle early in life, which eventually led her to leave university. After struggling with depression, suicide, and homelessness, Vivienne returned 10 years later to receive her Bachelor of Science with honors in cognitive neuroscience.

    She is an American theoretical neuroscientist and artificial intelligence expert, and was named as one of the BBC 100 Women in 2017, and as one of the Financial Times' "LGBT leaders and allies today".

    Listen to find out what purpose has to do with this remarkable journey. Connect with Vivienne Ming on Linkedin · Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Insta · YouTube · Showreel · Power of purpose book · Solid Gold Podcasts
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    1 h y 22 m
  • #018 The Creative | David Chislett

    #018 The Creative | David Chislett
    May 12 2022
    Turning people and organizations into weapons of mass destruction...

    That's what David Chislett (Creativity Keynote Speaker and coach) does, and in this powerful and enlightening chat you will come to understand purpose a whole lot better. Aligning with purpose is the difference between just running the tracks or being able to roam free. Reinvent yourself, find out how. Connect with David on LinkedIn · Watch on YouTube · Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Insta · YouTube · Showreel · Power of purpose book · Solid Gold Podcasts
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    51 m
  • #017 The Humanitarian | Julia Falconer

    #017 The Humanitarian | Julia Falconer
    Mar 24 2021
    Julika Falconer (CEO | Zero2Five Trust)

    What made a strong and passionate woman with a Masters Degree in International Trade Law make a radical shift towards helping South African children is need?

    If you said 'purpose', you guessed right!

    This is a remarkable story that needs to be heard. Find out more about the Zero2Five Trust, and the work of the organization in meeting the needs of children. Food, learning, and playing...what all kids most need, getting a start in life.

    Julika Falconer works in challenging and tough conditions, especially during the COVID pandemic, and is a fabulous example of the role purpose plays in spurring us on when the going gets tough. Zero2Five Trust website · Connect with Juli\a on LinkedIn · Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Insta · YouTube · Showreel · Power of purpose book · Solid Gold Podcasts
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    47 m
  • #016 The Musician | Kabelo Mabalane

    #016 The Musician | Kabelo Mabalane
    Mar 17 2021
    Kabelo Mabelane (Musician | Philanthropist | Pasto

    Success, fame, and fortune come with challenges, and in this episode Kabelo (multiple award winning Kwaito and Hip Hop musician, songwriter and actor) shares his personal account of his struggle with drug addiction and how he discovered his purpose.

    It is an authentic, brutally honest and very brave chat with a man I deeply respect and admire. Connect with Kabelo on Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Insta · YouTube · Showreel · Power of purpose book · Solid Gold Podcasts
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    1 h y 14 m
  • #015 The Applied Academic | Gina Ziervogel

    #015 The Applied Academic | Gina Ziervogel
    Feb 10 2021
    Gina Ziervogel (Associate Professor in Geography at the University of Cape Town)

    "I do what I love...and then these amazing things come to me."

    "I don't see purpose as a goal, purpose has always been living into what I love, and then the goals emerge."

    Gina Ziervogel, Associate Professor in Geography at the University of Cape Town, with a history of working in the trans-disciplinary space. Particularly interested in climate change, resilience and transformation. Research interests focus on governance across scales, such as between municipalities and community actors.

    A fabulous episode detailing a very different approach to life and the value of taking chances, and putting yourself out there. Purpose seen differently, because we have been taught incorrectly. Connect with Gina on LinkedIn · Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Insta · YouTube · Showreel · Power of purpose book · Solid Gold Podcasts
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    52 m
  • #014 The Serial Entrepreneur | Bob Roitblat

    #014 The Serial Entrepreneur | Bob Roitblat
    Jan 27 2021
    Bob Roitblat (President and Founder | Mainstay Consulting)

    "What's getting you up in the morning? What are you really looking forward to? We hear about the concept 'follow your bliss' but I believe it should be 'find bliss wherever you are.' Even if you aren't excited about your overall job or career there are parts that are fun, interesting, exciting."

    Bob Roitblat has a vast wealth of experience and wisdom earned over years of; creating successful businesses, speaking, and writing a number of books. He shares his powerful insights in a way that is relatable and accessible.

    This is a conversation that will really help you if you're struggling to find purpose.

    Perhaps you have it, but you just don't realize it? Connect with Bob Roitblat on LinkedIn · Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Insta · YouTube · Showreel · Power of purpose book · Solid Gold Podcasts
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    38 m
  • #013 Partners With Purpose | Eva De Goede and Tim Drummond

    #013 Partners With Purpose | Eva De Goede and Tim Drummond
    Jan 20 2021
    Eva De Goede (Captain | Dutch Hockey Team) and Tim Drummond (Captain | South African Hockey Team)

    Leading your team to two Olympic and World Championship gold medals and one silver medal, winning the FIH woman player of the year twice is a phenomenal achievement. But what comes next for Eva?

    Getting to the Olympics with a self funded team and zero support, and balancing earning an income whilst leading a team is also no mean feat.
    Doing it together makes the world of difference with the right person.

    Find out how this powerful couple (who have no egos) balance a relationship and life, and still keep their winning habits through a partnership in aligned purpose. Eva on Instagram · Tim on LinkedIn · Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Insta · YouTube · Showreel · Power of purpose book · Solid Gold Podcasts
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    52 m