Kyo Conversations

Stephen Gyllenhaal, a visionary director, producer, poet, and writer, discusses various topics including philanthropy, radical change, the power of storytelling, rewiring the brain, and finding fulfillment in life. He also introduces his documentary film, UnCharitable, which delves into the hidden depths of philanthropy and calls for a call to action for a better future. Additionally, he shares information about the Identity Development Institute, an organization focused on human development. Throughout the conversation, Stephen reflects on his own experiences as a parent to Jake, Maggie and Luke and the influence of his grandmother on his perspective to life, parenting and working in chaos.   UnCharitable Documentary: https://uncharitablemovie.com/ The Identity Development Institute: https://www.identitydevelopmentinstitute.com/ ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates

Emma Dunwoody is a qualified Master Coach and Human Behavioral Specialist who wakes people up to the power within them using her unique method of Transformational Human Design(TM), a system of self-knowledge and guidance unlike anything else that exists.  ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Andrew Barnsley is an Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning Executive Producer based in Toronto and Los Angeles. A six-time Canadian Screen Award winner, three of his series have been nominated for Best Comedy over the past 10 years. Andrew previously served as an Executive Producer on the comedy SCHITT’S CREEK (80 x ½ hour) starring Eugene Levy and Catherine O’Hara, for which he received Emmy, Golden Globe, and Canadian Screen Awards. He is the CEO of Project 10 Productions and currently the President of the Toronto Film School. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Hannah Blake is a somatic healer and founder of Somaya, a meditative movement method that promotes healing and higher states of consciousness. With a background as a professional dancer, Hannah has shared her practice around the globe and expanded to include preparation and integration of psychedelic medicine journeys. She is also the director of programming at Holos Costa Rica, a retreat space and holistic community with indigenous traditional medicines at the center. Through her work, Hannah aims to help others access their innate wisdom through the power of movement and dance. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Paula Carozzo is an inclusive activist, disabled content creator, model and speaker who has cultivated and created a space to redefine disability. At the age of five, Paula was diagnosed with cerebral palsy after experiencing brain damage from surgery, which caused a non-traumatic brain injury in the motor cortex region of her brain. On her journey with a cane, Paula shares her story about what it's like to live with a disability by amplifying the voices of her community and sharing their laughs, struggles, and adventures. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Jeff Depatie is a former Canadian JTF2 Combat Sniper and is currently a documentary film producer and the Chief Course Architect of The Special Forces Experience and Art of Adversity. As a former tier 1 special forces soldier, Jeff has refocused his form of service to dedicate his life to exploring PTSD and how we can turn life’s adversities into opportunities for new life and personal growth. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Darren’s ChatGPT bio: Darren Berrecloth, widely known as "The Claw," is a renowned professional mountain biker hailing from Parksville, British Columbia, Canada. He has become an icon in the world of freeride mountain biking, pushing the boundaries of what is possible on two wheels. Darren’s fearless riding style and innovative approach to the sport have earned him a prominent position among the elite riders in the industry. He has competed in numerous international competitions, including Red Bull Rampage, where he has consistently showcased his exceptional skills on some of the most challenging terrain. Beyond his success in competitions, Darren is also an avid explorer and adventurer. He has travelled to remote corners of the globe, seeking untamed landscapes and uncharted riding opportunities. His adventures have been featured in documentaries and films, inspiring countless riders to pursue their own mountain biking dreams. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect wi

In this episode of Behind the Human, acclaimed filmmaker and director Martin Webb shares his journey and insights on creating emotionally powerful documentaries, including the hit Netflix series Drive to Survive. Listen in as he discusses the importance of humanizing subjects, understanding the audience's emotions, and the power of storytelling. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Frank Bach’s Chat GPT bio: A dynamic individual driven by passions that shape his life, thrives in the world of mindful living, skateboarding, and fatherhood. Hailing from the scenic lands of Canada, he embarked on a transformative journey that led him to the sun-soaked shores of California. It was there, amidst the bustling creativity of Edenspiekermann, that he honed his skills in product design, design systems, and the art of seamless collaboration across diverse platforms and time zones. A natural leader, he ventured into the realm of Headspace, where he steered the ship of core product development and monetization with unwavering dedication. His commitment to excellence propelled him forward, as he refined his craft and brought forth captivating features and offerings that not only elevated metrics but also evoked pure joy. Fuelled by his entrepreneurial spirit, he fearlessly embarked on multiple ventures, kickstarting businesses and lending his expertise to startups. From crafting immersive online and o

Amy Morin is a licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist, and psychology lecturer at Northeastern University. She’s also an international bestselling author. Her TEDx talk, The Secret of Becoming Mentally Strong, is one of the most popular talks of all time with more than 22 million views. She’s a regular contributor to Forbes, NBC, and Psychology Today where her articles on mental strength reach more than 2 million readers each month. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Joe Jacobi is an Olympic Gold Medalist, Performance Coach, and author who guides high-performance leaders to ignite their second wind to confront challenging midlife transitions with meaning and adventure. He practices and refines the core principles and strategies of the midlife high-performance plan he designs for clients in his own life and pursuits at his Pyrenees mountains home beside the 1992 Olympic Canoeing venue in La Seu d’Urgell in the Spanish state of Catalunya - the same canoeing venue where he and his canoeing partner, Scott Strausbaugh, won America’s first-ever Olympic Gold Medal in the sport of Whitewater Canoe Slalom at the 1992 Olympic Games. In 2022, Joe published his first book, Slalom: 6 River Classes About How To Confront Obstacles, Advance Amid Uncertainty, & Bring Focus To What Matters Most - Joe's reflections, experiences, relationships, and strategies from more than 40 years on the river transferred to navigating your river of the life. Link to Joe's Journaling Framework. ___ Get

Sudha Ranganathan has 17+ years of experience at companies like P&G, Nielsen and PayPal. She is currently a Director of Product Marketing on the Talent Solutions business at LinkedIn where her team helps employers across the world hire and develop strong talent. She has a strong track record as a leader who develops high-performing, psychologically safe teams. She is also a Mindfulness Ambassador and Coach who loves codifying leadership skills to help leaders worldwide bring out the best in their teams. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Anthony Yordanov, known as City Stranger, is a Bulgarian-Canadian artist based in Toronto. With an impressive career as a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and engineer, Anthony has collaborated with renowned artists including Nelly Furtado and Alessia Cara. He recently released his debut EP, "The Goodbye Cure," reflecting his evocative lyrics and mesmerizing sound. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Etienne Peirsman is one of the most respected CranioSacral teachers worldwide and has taught for over 30 years. He is the founder and director of the Peirsman CranioSacral Academy (PCA) in the Netherlands, and originated the CranioSacral Professional Organization in Holland, and is an honorary member of The Dutch CranioSacral Practitioner Association (NCSV). ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Polina Marinova Pompliano founded The Profile, a new media company featuring weekly long-form profiles of successful people and companies. Previously, she spent five years at FORTUNE, writing more than 1,300 articles and earning the trust of prominent investors and entrepreneurs. She was the author and editor of Term Sheet, FORTUNE’s industry-leading dealmaking newsletter. She can now include a published author to this list of well-deserved accolades with her debut book Hidden Genius: The secret ways of thinking that power the world's most successful people. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Zack Arnold is an award-winning Hollywood editor & producer (notable credits include Cobra Kai, Empire, Burn Notice, and Glee), a documentary director (GO FAR: The Christopher Rush Story), a career coach, a two-time American Ninja Warrior, and the creator of the Optimize Yourself program & podcast. ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Tony Conrad is a Partner at True Ventures who gets to work with amazingly talented founders and operating teams from companies like Automattic (WordPress), Hodinkee, Blue Bottle Coffee, MakerBot, and Holey Grail Donuts, to name but a few. Tony also co-founded About.Me & Sphere, both of which were acquired by AOL. He has personal invested in Slack, Automattic, Lowercase Capital, International Smoke, Saltwater Oyster Depot, Elk Fence, flour+water pizzeria, flour+water, Trick Dog, Salumeria, Central Kitchen, Samovar and August. He is also a board member of the Tony Hawk Foundation and formerly a T40 National Co-Chair of Technology for President Obama. Tony also genuinely has great parking karma, communicates well with animals, is a Cubs fan, a former bowler, a wannabe surfer, and a lover of languages, art, and architecture. He grew up in a small farming community in Indiana and has since lived in cities such as New York, New Delhi, Jakarta, Chicago, Paris, and San Francisco. He has worked various jobs not li

Jeffrey shares his journey of starting as a photographer and becoming famous for his fine craftsmanship, only to transition to sharing his business knowledge, branding, and marketing to support self-employed and small business owners. He talks about the importance of constantly stepping out in a more significant way and being open to dropping lenses on how we see the world or how we want to be perceived. Jeffrey also shares his personal story of coming out as gay at the age of 44 and how it led to a deeper level of authenticity and vulnerability in his life.   ___ Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Ryan Markham is a father of two girls and has been an action sports athlete for over 30 years. He has also coached freestyle skiing and mountain biking for a decade. As a former X-Games athlete, he not only practices various breathwork and hot/cold therapy techniques, but he is also the owner-operator of Markham Works, a business that builds and sells beautiful saunas. "There are times we're at the bottom of the wave, and the wave could be coming and collapsing right up on top of us. There are times that we're right in the pocket and we find that flow in life, and we need to really cherish those moments and ride it as far as we can." — Ryan Markham   Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life   Connect with Marc >>>  Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter  Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show! Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet! * Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth * Special props

Kelli Moore, the co-founder and CEO of Soulfire™ Productions: a premiere podcast network for thought leaders, free thinkers and visionaries. She has hosted two top rated podcasts, The Kelli Show and OK, Babe., and is deeply passionate about helping people see themselves more clearly. Kelli believes in setting ourselves free from expectations, people pleasing and the stories that hold us hostage in our own lives. She’s also an Emmy Award Winning former Sports TV Host with an eye for truth, and an ear for bullshit. She loves creating life-changing experiences for audiences and holding space for creatives to seek deeper within and become the most genuine expression of themselves. In this episode, Kelli takes us on a journey through her career in sports media, facing sexual assault, and standing up for herself and other women. She shares her passion for putting health first and challenges the current healthcare system, advocating for empowerment and change for women. Her new podcast (The Naked Mama) and focus on