Our guest on the podcast today is Kieron Bain, a visionary thinker and the architect behind the innovative blockchain social media network, Panjea. In this episode, Kieron speaks to the problems and challenges inherent within the current social media landscapes and yet not always visible to us as users. Kieron emphasizes the troubling realities of content monetization, the quest for validation, and the altered sense of self these platforms can engender.

He also shares his journey from a high-powered salesman to conceptualizing Panjea—a now three-year endeavor to rebuild social connections by fostering authentic creativity and putting the power back into the hands of creators. He casts a critical eye on what he describes as the "casino algorithm" pervasive in platforms like TikTok. He proposes a new social engagement model using blockchain that democratizes governance and distribution through a very different design, functionality, and remuneration model that mirrors the human mind's structure. As you will hear, Kieron is creating Panjea to operate on a unique economic model that includes a subscription and pay-to-post system, returning 90% of revenues to creators.

Join us as we explore Kieron's vision for Panjea to harmonize technological abundance with societal healing, pivoting towards a more human platform that values individuals and their unique stories. And prepare to be inspired by a conversation that challenges the status quo and reimagines the potential of digital spaces to unite rather than divide.

Key Takeaways

• Kieron’s unique life journey from improv comedy to high-powered sales that planted the seeds for his work today
• The hidden issues with today’s social media landscape
• A new vision for social media democratized for all and the benefits to individuals
• Empowering voices and creativity through social relationships and humane technology
• How decentralizing social media is good for everyone

Memorable Quote

"I get this very deep sense that everything that we need to know about life is already encoded inside us through our emotions and our love.”—Kieron Bain

Episode Resources:

• Kieron’s website: Panjea
• Kieron’s Linkedin Profile
• SacredChangemakers.com
• Our Sacred Community
• Jayne’s Website
• Jayne Warrilow on Linkedin

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Our guest on the podcast today is Dr Bruno Roque Cignacco (PhD) is a TEDx speaker, researcher, and business consultant. For over 30 years, he has advised and trained hundreds of companies on international marketing and other business topics. He is a university professor at several institutions in UK. He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA - UK). His new book is titled "The Art of Compassionate Business" (2nd Edition, Routledge).

Today’s discussion revolves around the transformational concept of human-oriented business, emphasizing how fostering a compassionate workplace leads to remarkable benefits such as increased productivity, creativity, and overall employee satisfaction. Bruno shares insightful anecdotes and research-backed evidence to illustrate that when businesses prioritize empathy, generosity, and genuine connection, they see an uplift in their performance metrics and contribute positively to society at large.

Listeners will be inspired by Bruno’s vision of businesses that operate on principles of compassion and his practical advice for integrating these practices into everyday business operations. The dialogue dives deeply into how inspired changes in workplace culture can significantly affect employees' emotional, mental, and social well-being, leading to a more dedicated and harmonized workforce. We explore how simple acts of kindness and understanding can create profound changes, making the case that the path toward commercial success and ethical business is desirable and essential in today’s turbulent world. Tune in to discover how you can contribute to this meaningful shift in the corporate landscape.

Key Takeaways

• Bruno’s personal journey from accounting to compassion in business
• How to balance business metrics and human values
• The benefits of diversity in the workplace
• Becoming a leader who embraces compassion in daily interactions
• How the research underscores the benefits of the new paradigm

Memorable Quote

“Is your mission only economically based? This means that you focus only on profit and getting more market share, OR can you have a much much broader mission that includes social impact and environmental impact so that your employees can see with each of the tasks that they perform every day that they're contributing to your mission?”—Bruno Cignacco

Episode Resources:

• Bruno’s Website
• Bruno’s Linkedin
• Bruno’s TED Talk
• BOOK: The Art Of Compassionate Business: Main Principles For The Human-Oriented Enterprise by Bruno Cignacco
• SacredChangemakers.com
• Our Sacred Community
• Jayne’s Website
• Jayne Warrilow on Linkedin

Thank you to our sponsor:

A HUGE thank you to the members of our Inner Circle, who are our podcast sponsors, and also our extended Sacred Changemakers community, who are helping us to make a global impact aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, all visible on our website.

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134. Storytelling For A Better World with Tamika Bickham

Today our guest on the podcast is Tamika Bickham, an award-winning broadcast journalist and creative director, touting over 15 years in front of and behind the camera. With a track record of hosting and reporting over 3,000 hours of live broadcast TV, and producing/directing over 2,500 videos, Tamika's expertise is undeniable. As the Founder and CEO of TB Media Group, she leads a nonfiction video production studio specializing in crafting long-form, documentary-style content for CSR leaders. Tamika's talent for distilling complex information into engaging, clear, concise visual stories has garnered her recognition, including the ABBY for Best Feature in Journalism and multiple Hermes Creative Awards.

Tamika is a passionate storyteller and an advocate for a better world. She shares her journey from traditional news to founding TB Media, a platform dedicated to authentic and purposeful storytelling for good. We discuss how storytelling can create connections, inspire action, and influence policy changes toward a more equal and connected society. Tamika emphasizes the importance of sharing authentic and honest stories that elevate mental health and well-being and foster community. From the role of storytellers in media and the pitfalls of the 24-hour news cycle to the quest for authentic content in the digital age, we'll discuss the responsibilities of being a changemaker in the storytelling world.

This conversation is not just about the power of narratives to move people emotionally but also to move them into action, for you as our listener to recognize the value of your own voices and the stories you carry. So join us as we unpack these insights and look at how small businesses and change-makers can harness storytelling to inspire emotion and meaningful change. It's an episode that challenges us to rethink the stories we consume, create, and share for a better world.

Key Takeaways

• How storytelling connects people and amplifies social impact.
• How honest stories can show us what it means to be human sharing compassion and kindness
• The challenges of big media and its emphasis on ratings lead to sensational coverage.
• How to share stories that move people into action
• How to be authentic in telling diverse, connected stories that can amplify your social impact message

Memorable Quote

“I think most journalists get into the media, not just because we wanna be on TV or because we wanna be a public figure, but because we understand and value the importance of giving voice to those who are voiceless and the power that comes with telling real-life stories.”—Tamika Bickham

Episode Resources:

• TB Media Group Website
• Tamika’s Linkedin Profile
• Tamara’s Instagram
• SacredChangemakers.com
• Our Sacred Community
• Jayne’s Website
• Jayne Warrilow on Linkedin

Thank you to our sponsor:

A HUGE thank you to our Inner Circle members, our podcast sponsors, and our extended Sacred Changemakers community who are helping us make a global impact aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, all visible on our...