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Welcome to Rediscovering Connection, a Podcast where you'll hear from innovative leaders, researchers, community builders, and facilitators, on the frontier of connection.
Through soulful conversations, we explore new ways to connect, on-and-offline, to support our social and digital wellbeing.
I hope this podcast inspires you to rediscover connection in your own life!
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Tristan Claridge is the founder and president of the International Social Capital Association. In my final episode of Rediscovering Connection in 2025, we explore how Social Capital works, why it can never be transactional, and why authenticity and attention are the real foundations of strong relationships. Listen to our conversation for greater clarity, perspective, and a reframe of how we think about Social Capital and Social Wealth today, including: ✨What social capital is (and what it i...
In this episode of Rediscovering Connection, I sit down with Professor Corey Keyes - renowned sociologist, pioneering mental health researcher, and author of “Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down.” Corey shares the real story behind his work on languishing and flourishing, the power of social fitness, and why connection is far more than counting friends or likes. We explore: ✅ Why social wellbeing is always the hardest to achieve - and the most overlooked key to...
In this episode of Rediscovering Connection, I chat with Mark Saxby, a UK-based journalist-turned-social-media-reformer who’s on a mission to help us use technology intentionally—without letting it steal our time or joy. From his “Be More Colin” campaign to his work with kids through Positive Social, Mark shares how stepping back from screens can unlock richer relationships, better mental health, and a life lived on our terms. We dive into: ✅ Why social media doesn’t always deliver the conne...
In this bite-sized episode, I sit down with Amy Schroeder, founder of The Midst, an online magazine that’s redefining what it means to thrive in midlife. Amy shares how a personal blog about perimenopause turned into a global community of women living midlife on their own terms. We talk about the power of honest storytelling, the importance of connection, and why midlife isn’t a time to slow down—it’s a time to step fully into who we are. We also dive into: ✅ How midlife is the longest and ...
Welcome to "Rediscovering Connection," where we explore the power of play and improvisation with Brett Macdonald, a former teacher turned improv expert. In this 40-minute journey, we delve into how improv can reshape organizational culture, enhance team collaboration, and foster deep personal connections. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Brett Macdonald and her work in improv. 05:00 - Brett's journey from teaching to improv facilitation. 10:00 - The impact of expatriate experiences on per...
Welcome to "Rediscovering Connection," where we delve into the essence of human interaction with Pete Bombaci, the visionary founder of GenWell, Canada's human connection movement. In this 52-minute deep dive, we explore the transformative impact of genuine human connection on individual well-being and organizational culture. Whether you're a leader seeking to nurture a more connected and healthier team, or an individual looking to enrich your personal relationships, this episode is made for...
In this episode of "Rediscovering Connection," Shelley Doyle dives deep into the world of virtual community building with award-winning community builder, artist, author, and emcee, Trish Tonaj. From the East Coast of Canada to the global stage, Trish shares her journey through entrepreneurship, law, and beyond, illustrating how she has used storytelling to connect and empower entrepreneurs worldwide. We explore the inception of "Share Your Stories," a platform that's grown from a passion pro...
In this special episode of "Rediscovering Connection," host Shelley Doyle explores the heartfelt initiative "Journey to Joy" which is open to everyone this Christmas, with guests Wayne Greenway and Natalie Grand, connecting from the East Coast of Canada to Switzerland. This episode delves into the essence of combating loneliness during the holiday season, focusing on a unique 10-day online workshop designed to foster resilience and connection. Wayne Greenway, founder of Career Aviators an...
Jaqueline Oliveira Cella is an innovative force in employee health and well-being. As the founder of wellBe Consulting, she's at the forefront of advocating for health equity within organizations. In this episode of "Rediscovering Connection," we delve into the intricacies of balancing professional life with personal health and caregiving responsibilities. Jaqueline shares her insights on: >> Navigating the Modern Workforce: Strategies to bridge the gap between work commitments and pe...
Ashley Chang is the pioneering Founder and CEO of Sundays, an innovative service providing executive assistance specifically for ambitious parents. In this episode of Rediscovering Connection, Ashley shares her motivation behind starting Sundays, inspired by her mother's experience balancing career and family in the tech-driven environment of the San Francisco Bay Area during the 80s. Ashley delves into how Sundays alleviates the mental load for parents by handling life operations...
Dr. Kiffer Card is a dedicated researcher focused on the social and environmental factors that shape our human health and wellbeing. Kiffer is the Scientific Director for the Canadian Alliance for Social Connection and Health, the Director of Research for GenWell and serves as an Assistant Professor within the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University. In this episode of Rediscovering Connection, we explore the genetic roots of loneliness and social connection, the potential of ...
Eben Pingree is the CEO and co-founder of Kinsome, an innovative app designed to connect children and their grandparents, no matter the distance. Inspired by his own family's struggles with Alzheimer's, Eben reveals how Kinsome facilitates audio interactions to help grandparents get to know their grandchildren - and vice versa. This episode is ideal for parents of 6 - 11 year old's, who live away from their grandparents, and want them to build a relationship. About Eben Pingree...
Christina Marz is a holistic psychologist living in Ecuador. Originally from Bavaria in Germany, Christina promotes the connection to horses for emotional healing and personal development. We talk about fighting imposter syndrome to launch an international school, why AI copy has no sparkle, and how horses read human intentions and feed our intuition. This episode is ideal for coaches, therapists and horse lovers. About Christina Marz: Inspired by her own childhood experience C...
Emilia Salhotra is a HR and Digital transformation leader based in the UAE. Originally from Metro Detroit, Emilia has been leading complex digital transformations in Dubai for the last 7 years. We talk about the challenges of keeping hybrid teams connected, AI use cases - in HR, digital etiquette tips for global teams, and using technology to foster connections - in our personal and professional lives. This episode is ideal for global leaders navigating digital change and seeking to enhance...
Sotos Poulimnos is a Director at Sun Life, and an expert in global talent management, learning, and transformation. This episode is perfect for leaders and anyone interested in understanding how workplace culture is shaped by people and their sense of belonging, rather than physical office spaces. During our interview, Sotos discusses the rise of hybrid work models, the impact of the pandemic on work-life balance, and the dangers of strict return-to-office mandates. He shares insights on the ...
Nim de Swardt is an Intergenerational Connection Expert, Speaker, Connection Facilitator, Writer and Advisor who co-founded a conversation card deck, named RE-CONNECT. This episode is perfect for facilitators, and anyone wanting to deepen their conversations and discover the benefits of age diversity in our friendships. During our interview, Nim reveals that connecting across generations, no matter what age you are, can improve your health, she shares personal stories that highlight the mut...
Rachel Radway is a high sensory introvert, coach, facilitator, and author of “Perceptive: The Power and Potential of High Sensory Perception” (2025). Highly perceptive herself, Rachel has faced all the challenges that come with this trait (which affects around 20% of people) and she now coaches high sensory female leaders to lean into the gifts that this trait offers, so they can thrive professionally and personally. During our conversation, we talk about leaning into our innate abili...
Welcome to Rediscovering Connection! Have you ever found yourself in a room full of people and yet felt utterly alone? In this episode, I speak to Monika Jiang, a writer, facilitator, and community builder, who joins me in a heart-to-heart on the silent epidemic of modern loneliness and our hunger for authentic connection. We strip away the facade of social media's promised connectivity, and the importance of creating spaces, on-and-offline, to share stories about our human expe...
Welcome to Rediscovering Connection! In this episode I speak to Aarti Palmer, a brand strategist, who spent 10 years in Malaysia before returning to the UK, and finding her ikigai. We navigate topics of authenticity vs AI, our online/offline personality, and getting used to local customs, even when they go against our natural impulse! Aarti shares valuable insights on creating the foundations of your personal brand, and the importance of only sharing what feels comfortable on socia...
Billy Lahr is a mindfulness and meditation teacher who splits his time between the USA and Seoul (South Korea) where he's built a thriving expat community. In this episode Billy shares the joy of mid-career reinventions, we celebrate the serendipitous nature of life, sharing chance encounters, and the potent synergy of saying 'yes' to life's offerings. Find Billy on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/billylahr/ Listen to his Mindful Midlife Crisis podcast https://www.mindfulmidlife...
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