In this episode of Passion Struck, host Jon R. Miles interviews Dr. Mike Massimino, a former astronaut who has walked in space four times and repaired the Hubble telescope. Mike Massimino shares his journey from a six-year-old boy inspired by the moon landing to becoming an astronaut, despite facing multiple rejections from NASA. He also […]
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In this edition of Passion Struck, I take a deep dive into answering the intricate question that is a core aspect of my new book, Passion Struck: ‘How to live intentionally with passion and perseverance?’ Join me as we embark on a journey to unravel the profound impact of these dynamic forces and discover how
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In this episode of the Passion Struck podcast, host John R. Miles is joined by Matthew Weintrub, a healer and psychedelic activist. They delve into Matthew’s book, “The Psychedelic Origin of Religion,” discussing the ancient and unifying role of psychedelics in spiritual practices across different religions. The podcast episode challenges conventional wisdom, urging listeners to
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In this compelling episode of the Passion Struck podcast, I am thrilled to welcome Jerry Colonna, a seasoned executive coach and the CEO of Reboot. We discuss his new impactful book ‘REUNION: Leadership and the Longing to Belong,’ which shares profound insights on leadership in our divided world. Our conversation delves into the transformative power
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In this emotionally stirring episode of “Passion Struck” with John R. Miles, we delve into the heart of human resilience with the remarkable Dr. Kate Bowler. As an author, professor, and guiding light of hope, Dr. Bowler shares her profound journey through the trials of a stage IV colon cancer diagnosis, questioning the clichรฉ that
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In this captivating episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles delves deep into a thought-provoking conversation with none other than Andrew McAfee, a prominent figure as the Co-Director of the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy and the accomplished author of ‘The Geek Way.’ Together, they embark on an enlightening journey through the realms of
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Jeremy Fall, a visionary entrepreneur and advocate for change, joins us on this episode of Passion Struck. With a towering height of six foot seven, Jeremy has made a name for himself in Hollywood’s elite circles, rubbing shoulders with A-listers and reshaping the nightlife scene. As the first restaurateur to be represented by Jay Z’s
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In this episode of Passion Struck, I have the pleasure of hosting Thomas Curran, a distinguished professor at the London School of Economics, as we delve into the intricacies of escaping the clutches of the perfection trap. Thomas Curran will shed light on the underlying causes of this perfectionist trap and share invaluable insights on
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In this enlightening episode of “Passion Struck,” I explore the question, “What Is Sisu?” Is it just a word or something moreโa philosophy of life? I delve into the extraordinary influence of Sisu on both individuals and society as a whole. I stress the significance of embracing Sisu and its pivotal role in fostering personal
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Join us in this episode as we dive deep into the transformative power of compassion with Robin Steinberg, author of ‘The Courage of Compassion.’ Explore how empathy can reshape justice.
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