Jeffrey van Leeuwen Podcast
The Jeffrey van Leeuwen Podcast aims to engage in thoughtful conversations, exploring diverse topics and speaking with people who have unique stories to tell and valuable knowledge to share across various fields.
Episodes
In this heartfelt conversation, clinical psychologist Dr. Alison Greco challenges modern assumptions about emotional distress, uncovering why our everyday struggles with grief, anxiety, and life transitions shouldn’t be hastily labeled as disorders. Drawing on her experiences from prisons to college counseling and community mental health, Alison reveals an overlooked truth: not every emotional struggle is a pathology needing therap...
From a restless boy in Swindon who dreamt of cockpit horizons, Paul Hughes has spent twenty-five years insisting on forward motion. He sprinted through call-centre headsets, warehouse night shifts, and blue-chip project boards; earned stripes with the Royal Air Force Reserve under Basra’s rocket-lit sky; then reinvented himself as a military broadcaster. Now forty-two, living in Germany and still measuring the echo of every take-of...
He warned Congress in 1991, now he's sounding a new alarm. Cybersecurity pioneer Winn Schwartau reveals how your mind is being weaponized by technology, a threat we're not prepared for.
Winn Schwartau is a renowned cybersecurity expert, visionary, and author who has shaped the conversation around digital security since the early days of the internet. Known for introducing the concept of an "Electronic Pearl Harbor," Schwartau has c...
In this revealing episode, adult content creator Harper The Fox takes us from a wholesome Midwest childhood to the cutting edge of digital entrepreneurship. Harper explains how a lifelong love of theater, music, and being seen led her to experiment on Chatroulette, pioneer live webcamming, making the move to OnlyFans, and building her other creative projects. Along the way she addresses stigma around sex work, shows why empathy and...
In this episode, Jeffrey van Leeuwen talks with adjunct philosophy & ethics professor Anthony David Vernon about the significance of postmodernism, fascism, and nationalism in today's society. Anthony explains how understanding multiple narratives helps combat dangerous ideologies and why recognizing different perspectives is crucial for meaningful discussions.
Key areas that are covered:
* The real meaning of postmodernism
* H...
In this powerful episode, former project manager Daniel C. Rodgers reveals exactly how he overcame over $100,000 of debt to retire early and achieve financial independence. Daniel shares practical insights on budgeting, saving, investing, and explains why most people remain financially trapped despite earning a steady paycheck.
You’ll learn Daniel’s strategies for escaping debt, why he fired nine financial advisors, and how to buil...
In this episode, I speak with Nick Field, an investment manager based in Sydney, Australia, who began with a fear of public speaking. We chart his journey from awkward school debates and scripted speeches to founding speaking clubs to help others speak with confidence.
Nick shares his top takeaways: how layering technical expertise with simple metaphors wins over any audience; the balance between obsessive preparation and playful i...
In this episode, former Israeli soldier Danny Orvomaa opens up about his experiences serving on the tense border with Gaza. Through a deeply personal and candid conversation, Danny sheds light on the realities of military life and the complex dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Danny explores the dangers of societal complacency, and how being unprepared can lead to devastating consequences, as exemplified by events in Eur...
In this episode, I speak with George van Houtem, a negotiation expert and author of multiple books, including The Dirty Tricks of Negotiation and The Psychology of Negotiation. In our conversation, we explore the art of negotiation, discussing practical techniques, their effects on people, and how to recognize and handle manipulative tactics (or “dirty tricks”) effectively.
George reveals why successful negotiation is not simply ab...
Huguette Bourgeois is a poet and writer from the small Canadian town of Rogersville, New Brunswick, where she grew up during the early 1950s. Known for her deeply reflective and profoundly personal style, she has published multiple works, including Alysse: An Acadian Refugee, a collection of short stories capturing the memories of her childhood and teenage years. Her recent work, Raw Sweets, is a collection of poems exploring life’...
How do you respond when life gets tough? Clifford Edwards chose Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, Clifford shares powerful stories from his own journey, revealing how martial arts can teach confidence, humility, and focus. Discover how Jiu-Jitsu prepares you for challenges on and off the mats, and why it’s never too late to start.
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In this episode, we dive into the fundamentals of ethics and morality, exploring how ancient philosophies like Aristotle’s virtue ethics, Kant’s deontology, and utilitarianism shape our modern decisions.
We talk about ethical dilemmas, confront tough questions about intentions and consequences, and offer practical insights on developing personal ethics.
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In this very special episode, I’m excited to introduce something brand new and deeply personal to the podcast—our very own original music! Composed by the incredibly talented Sofia Lasa, this beautifully crafted sound marks a significant milestone for the show.
Throughout the conversation, you’ll hear the music as we dive into Sofia’s creative process, the inspiration behind the composition, and what this music means for the podcas...
In this episode, we’ll discuss the upcoming changes to the podcast and what you can expect in the near future. I’m excited to share plans to get new interesting guest on, along with updates to our production process and overall quality.
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In this episode of Reflections, Jeffrey van Leeuwen takes you on a personal journey through 30 years of video gaming. He shares nostalgic memories—from tinkering with early Windows 3.1 computers and playing games off floppy disks, to the more sophisticated adventures of MS-DOS classics, console classics, and finally the immersive and thought-provoking world of Silent Hill.
Rather than making a case for or against video games, Jeffr...
In this episode, Jeffrey and psychoanalyst Adam Ayala delve into the intricate dynamics of empathy and emotional presence, drawing insights from John Madonna’s work and tactical empathy techniques. They explore the fine lines between sympathy, empathy, and pity, while unpacking complex concepts like transference and soul murder.
The conversation offers practical and thought-provoking guidance on navigating the promise and peril of ...
In this episode, Wyatt Chabeniuk and I explore the profound connections between alchemy, Jungian psychology, and personal transformation, discussing how the process of individuation mirrors the alchemical journey from base metals to gold. We dive into themes of sin, virtue, transmutation, and balancing the masculine and feminine within ourselves to achieve wholeness and purpose. Through rich metaphors, ancient wisdom, and modern in...
In this episode of Reflections, we delve into the skill of empathy, the ability to share and understand the feelings of another person. Jeffrey breaks down powerful communication techniques to help you connect more deeply and communicate more effectively.
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To come on the podcast, share feedback, ask a question, or reach out for any reason, visit: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/p/cont...
Nic is a young and ambitious entrepreneur who shares his plans to break into the movie industry and build a top-tier team. In our conversation, he discusses his journey from marketing to filmmaking.
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00:00 Intro
02:10 Public Speaking & Storytelling
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In this episode, we delve into the recent bans at Peterson Academy from the perspective of expelled students Frankie and Dusty.
The Peterson Academy is an online academic platform co-founded by Canadian psychologist and author Dr. Jordan B. Peterson and his daughter, Mikhaila Fuller (previously Peterson), who has the role of CEO of Peterson Academy. In our conversation, we discuss what led Frankie and Dusty to Peterson Academy, wha...
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