Compassiviste Dialogues
Introducing “Compassiviste Dialogues” - the podcast that boldly explores the intersection of compassion, the environmental and social issues, and the ever-evolving landscape of our technologically driven future. From passionate dialogues on the power of the human spirit to insightful interviews with renowned environmental and social scientists, futurists, professors, activists, heroes, humanitarians, and philosophers, “Compassiviste Dialogues” offers an invigorating blend of thought-provoking, intellectually stimulating, and entertaining banter with a strategic call to action towards a world free of suffering. Expect mind-expanding conversations that ignite your imagination, exploring the delicate balance between human ingenuity, sustainability, and the ethical implications of our choices. Together, we’ll uncover ways to channel our conscious collective creativity to forge a harmonious future that embraces both progress and the preservation of our planet. Get ready to be inspired, entertained, and energized - the future awaits, and we’re here to guide you on this epic podcasting journey through social evolution! Want to take action or be on an episode? Contact us via: podcast@compassivistedialogues.com
Episodes
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
Today we’re joined by Dr. John DeGarmo, an international foster care expert, author, TEDx speaker, and the founder of the Foster Care Institute. With a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Dr. DeGarmo has dedicated his life to transforming...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
I’m honored to welcome Sarah Templeton, a passionate advocate for ADHD awareness, author, and campaigner driving systemic change across education, mental health, and the criminal justice system. Sarah’s work sheds light on the often ov...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
Today we’re joined by Susan M. Stevens, an award-winning novelist whose work bravely explores mental health, race, immigration, and gender identity through deeply human storytelling.
ABOUT GUEST:
After many years as a business writer, ...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues! I’m your host, Ali, and today we’re joined by Francis Hulbert-Powell a multidisciplinary artist, author, poet, and curator whose work spans cultures, genres, and generations.
In this episode, we explore how art can serve as healing, how surreal storytelling can reveal deeper truths, and why Francis believes in supporting grassroots action—like Road to Recovery, an Israeli–Palestinian initiative t...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
Today we’re joined by Robert Kesten, an international human rights advocate and executive director of the Stonewall National Museum, Archives, and Library in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Since 2022, Robert has been leading one of the most...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
In this powerful interview, counselor and author Sabrina Trobak reveals how unconscious core beliefs like “not good enough” or “not valued” are passed down generationally—and how they create the foundation for lifelong anxiety. Learn a...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
Today, I’m joined by Jeff Garner, an award-winning sustainable fashion designer and founder of Prophetik. Jeff’s mission is bold: expose the hidden toxins in everyday clothing and transform the fashion industry from the inside out.
ABO...
The Truth About Political Division You’ve Never Heard w/Shannon Watson
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
Today I’m joined by Shannon Watson, founder and Executive Director of Majority in the Middle. With over 20 years of experience in bipartisan politics, Shannon chall...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
Today, we’re joined by Romain Diaz — entrepreneur, venture builder, and founder of Satgana, which means “the good company” in Sanskrit.
With a deep commitment to impact, Romain builds and backs startups that address the climate crisis ...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
ABOUT GUEST:
Rebecca Bratspies is a professor at CUNY Law and the founding director of the Center for Urban Environmental Reform. A scholar in environmental justice and human rights, she has published extensively in academic journals a...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
ABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers is a licensed psychotherapist, best-selling author, researcher, and professor emerita whose work explores the intersection of relational health, parenting, spiritual intimacy, and social justice. ...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
In this conversation, Francis Xavier shares his profound journey—from a privileged upbringing through crisis and into a life of spiritual exploration. Along the way, we reflect on family legacy, identity in the digital age, and the inn...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
And today, we’re honored to share the incredible journey of Daniella Mestyanek Young.
Raised in the notorious Children of God cult, Daniella escaped and transformed her life, ultimately becoming a U.S. Army captain and intelligence off...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
Today we’re joined by the inspiring Amber Byers—award-winning author, editor, writing coach, and founder of Tadpole Press. Amber brings a unique perspective to the world of publishing and storytelling. In this episode, we’ll explore Am...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
Today we're joined by an exceptional panel of creators behind the graphic novel Jupiter's Ghost. We have Tani Gill, choreographer, producer, and founder of Tentacle Dancing; Milan Medvec, lead animator and concept artist; and Kristen K...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
In this episode of Compassiviste Dialogues, host Ali Horriyat sits down with author and Army veteran Allison Wittenberg to discuss her newest novel Killing the Father of Our Country.
Allison opens up about her military experience, fam...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
In this conversation, Gregory Smith shares his inspiring journey as one of the oldest survivors of type 3 osteogenesis imperfecta (OI). He discusses the challenges he faced growing up with a rare genetic condition, the importance of fa...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
In this deeply moving episode of Compassiviste Dialogues, I sit down with the inspiring Ellen M Busch—an author, advocate, and powerhouse of resilience who has transformed the narrative around dyslexia and personal adversity.
From bein...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
Today we are joined by the remarkable Stephen Schettini—mindfulness teacher, author, TEDx speaker, and former Buddhist monk. Born to circus parents, Stephen struggled to find his place in the world, eventually leaving everything behin...
Welcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
In today’s episode, we’re joined by John Rivera, the founder of the Cristian Rivera Foundation. John’s journey from a successful music career to becoming a dedicated advocate for children battling rare cancers is truly inspiring. After...
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