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Design on Purpose

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#23 Dale Holmes — AI, Consciousness & The Transhumanist Agenda

Join us on a profound journey as we delve into the very core of reality and the essence of human existence with the insightful Dale Holmes. Recognised for his thought-provoking insights, Dale delves into topics that lie at the heart of human life, skilfully connecting intricate subjects and presenting alternate viewpoints on human history, philosophy, and consciousness.

In this episode, we venture into the depths of religious dogmas and challenge the boundaries they impose, while exploring the boundless concept of the eternal interplay between the synthetic and organic universe. Additionally, you'll hear Dale's insights into the darker aspects of the transhumanist agenda. Tune in to gain new perspectives and expand your understanding of life's mysteries.

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#22 Jo Rushton — Awakening To Your Highest Potential

In this episode we are joined by Jo Rushton, a way shower, dedicated to awakening you to your highest potential. Jo is a highly regarded holistic health and energy therapist, teacher and author and a Faculty member of Chek Institute. Jo is also Co-Founder and Director of Bhavana Organic Farm & Cooking School located in the Hinterland of Byron Bay.

In this episode Jo gives some insight into the practical tools and emotional work required to implement change physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

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#21 WordPlay Studio — Our Year In Review

We are doing something a little bit different this episode. Get ready to join us for the 21st episode of Design on Purpose, we take a deep dive into our collective experiences and insights of the past year. In this episode we come together as a team to share our biggest challenges, learnings and insights from the past year, as well as the big changes that are shaping our world and the organisations that operate within it.

As we look back on the year, we're excited to share more about our unique design philosophy and our approach to designing purpose-led, human-centered organisations. We also look to the future and share our dreams and ambitions for the coming 12 months and how we will apply our learnings to continue to transform and grow as people, a team and an agency.

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#20 Graeme Sait — How Soil Will Save The World

In this episode of our podcast, we're excited to welcome Graeme Sait, a leading expert in soil health and founder of Nutri-Tech Solutions.

Graeme has dedicated his career to educating farmers and growers about the importance of nutrient-dense soil and the role it plays in sustainable agriculture.

He'll be sharing his insights and expertise on everything from soil biology and nutrient management to regenerative farming practices and how the answer to our climate crisis is right beneath our feet.

Whether you're a farmer, gardener, or just curious about the science of soil, this episode is not to be missed! Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of soil health with Graeme Sait.

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#19 Fred Schebesta — ‘The Crypto King’ on Building a Global Empire

In this episode we talk to one of Australia’s most respected entrepreneurs, The Crypto King, Fred Schebesta . At just 26 years of age Fred co-founded Finder Australia – Australia's leading comparison website and a global fintech – now worth over half a billion dollars.

Fred has a passion for helping people reach their ultimate success having published a number of books on business including his #1 Amazon best seller “GO LIVE! 10 Principles to Launch a Global Empire.” Fred is a fascinating individual, a futurist, a big picture thinker who seems to have a love of learning and most importantly, play!

Something we found quite magical about Fred is that he seems to have the secret sauce in overcoming one of the biggest challenges in business – scaling and maintaining an epic company culture. We absolutely loved talking to Fred, this is an episode not to be missed. Our conversation includes topics of purpose, people and culture, manufacturing serendipity and the importance of execution.

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#18 Mason Taylor — The Taoist Philosophy of Entrepreneurship

In this episode of DOP we get the download from the meme lord himself, Mason Taylor, founder of SuperFeast From humble beginnings in his mum’s garage, SuperFeast has grown into Australia’s leading supplier of Di Dao tonic herbs and mushrooms. Mason’s attitude to business and life is based in the Taoist philosophy which has shaped Chinese life for more than 2,000 years. Mason expresses the importance of carefreeness, developing the self as a purposeful character and humans role of being the bridge between the infinite loving potential and the Earth. Mason tells us clear, get your shit together and don’t be boring!

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#17 Clive Sheridan — Meditation, Practicing Stillness, Solitude & Silence

In this episode we’re joined by Clive Sheridan, friend, artist and Director of the newly established Lundberg Gallery. Clive has been one of the most interesting people that we have met since moving up to Murwillumbah. Through Clive’s perspective we are connected to the intimate histories within objects and ourselves.

In this Ep of DOP, Clive shares his story of being guided by his surrogate mother Mary shortly after her passing, to what now is Lundberg Gallery. The Fine Art Gallery has been a magical addition to our town and hosts a range of melding genres of landscape, figuration, abstract and conceptual art. The red thread through the genres is the artists dedication to contemplative, committed practice.

Clive shares his own practice and wisdom and relationship with the three S’s - silence, solitude and stillness and how this practice has been critical in deepening connection and understanding of himself and his journey as an artist.

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#16 Amy Lou Smith — The Healing Power of Sovereign Pregnancy & Free Birth

In this episode we catch up with our dear friend Amy Lou AKA @bushrat_ to learn about motherhood, free birthing and reclaiming our sovereignty by honouring sacred rites of passage.

Amy Lou’s message hits strong and reminds us of our bodies innate intelligence and ability to create and bring life into the world. In this POD we learn about the life changing experience of birth, rights of passage and how euphoric the birthing experience can be.

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#15 Hannah Darling — The Art of Transforming Tragedy

Hannah Darling is a singer and songwriter whose music is not easily classified, dancing over time signature and through dimensions, and somehow still while performing present to feel as if she holds you.

In this episode Hannah shares with us her story and her gift in transforming the tragedy’s of life into light and releasing them through art and poetry. We talk about creativity, the beauty of life, sadness and loss and how we come back home to our humanity through doing “the work” and our willingness to commit to our own healing.

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#14 Charlotte Ivey — Naturopathy, Treating the Root Cause of Everything.

Charlotte Ivey is a truth seeking clinical naturopath specialising in mental health.

In this episode we explore the holistic nature of health; from the importance of healthy stools, clean eating, nature connection, genetics, heavy metal detoxification and more.

If you’re interested in improving your health or perhaps are experiencing symptoms of imbalance, Charlotte shares her perspective on how to neutralise the many stressors of the modern environment and shares traditional medicines that have proven to enhance human function for thousands of years.

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#13 Gera Marimanke — Vision Quests, Sacred Traditions and the Meaning of Life

In this episode we welcome Gera Marimanke to the podcast. Gera is a Chilean born medicine man, who’s spent his life following many the sacred wisdom traditions of Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, Mexico and North America.

Gera shares how we can unlearn the destructive ways of humanity and embrace indigenous perspectives through deepening our connection with great spirit, sacred ceremony and plant medicines.

Gera explains to importance of spoken traditions, initiation and following strong linages of wisdom. Listen to the entire episode to hear Gera’s powerful message and traditional Lakota songs.

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