The Human Biography Podcast

In this episode of The Human Biography Podcast, Sharad speaks with artist and sculptor Mark Ollinger for a deep dive into his artistic design. Mark takes us inside his creative process, revealing how he blends mathematics and emotion to create his intricate, captivating works of art. Listen in to learn about his craft, the inspiration behind some of his pieces, and a glimpse into his studio life.

Chen Lizra opens our eyes to the power of somatic practices and trainings in order to effectively move through trauma and emerge ready to make positive impact. Lizra describes this somatic intelligence as "the wisdom in our bodies that allows us to live from our truth and truest full self, by listening inward." 

Aleks Paunovic shares some of his favourite behind the scenes stories from his successful acting career, having starred in numerous projects like Van Helsing and Snowpiercer. Bringing his bombastic energy he honed after years of playing in a heavy metal band, Aleks pivoted into the film industry with a hunger for playing complex characters.

Aren Bahia, the creative mind behind YogiLab, Lotus House and more, walks us through his struggle out of darkness and into the light. After many years of turmoil in his youth, Aren reconnected with his roots and began a journey down the path of spiritualism that he still walks today.

This week in our podcast studio, we're thrilled to welcome Payton Nyquvest, CEO of Numinus. Payton opens up about his personal struggle with chronic pain and how it steered him towards the realm of plant medicine. His fascinating journey not only transformed his life but also shaped his professional path in profound ways.

We sit down for a heart-to-heart with retired professional soccer player Jay DeMerit to learn how his experiences as a leader have steered the course of his life. We also learn how Jay is utilizing his passion for human connection to build educational apps for the next generation. Catch audio versions of the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else you listen.

Sharad dives deep into the purpose-driven Before Self Care Company, co-founded by passionate entrepreneur Steve Thorp. Tune in to find out how Before is offering a reimagined brushing experience with a focus on sustainability, wellness and beautiful design. Your daily brushing ritual is about to get a whole lot fresher!

We sit down with legendary photographer Dennys Ilic to find out what happens behind the lens of his iconic images. Known for his incredible celebrity portraits, Dennys explains how human connection has been the driving force behind his exceptional career.

The Human Biography Podcast is back with some exciting new conversations in store! This week, Sharad sits down with Sister Simone Campbell, the outspoken social justice advocate who received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2022. From her time running the Nuns on the Bus project to addressing the 2012 Democratic National Convention, Sister Simone sheds some light on her extraordinary career fighting for those in need.  

Noetic Fund's Sa'ad Shah calls in from Toronto, Ontario to talk about the future of medicine and mental health. We dive deep into where Sa'ad's passion for finding cutting-edge solutions to issues surrounding the central nervous system came from, and why he's excited for what the future may hold.

Adrienne Scherenzel-Curry, VP of Community Engagement for the Chicago Bulls, calls in from the Windy City to chat about the important work her team does for the local Chicago community and beyond by harnessing the power of a world-class brand!