WhyKnowledgeMatters
Welcome to the whyknowledgematters podcast! the whyknowledgematters podcast shares inspiring, empowering, and transformative educational content across worldviews, disciplines, and continents. To contribute, build on, and improve humankind's extraordinary achievements. Our guests: Made to make a difference.
Episodes
148 episodes
S4E152 | Post-truth Paradigm & Harmony | Dr. Moazzem Hossain
Enroll now: the-ykm.com/courses/hid===In this conversation, Dr. Moazzem Hossein discusses the challenges posed by the post-truth paradigm to the pursuit of harmony in diversity. He expl...
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Season 4
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Episode 152
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1:25:16
S4E151 | Agree to Disagree | Dr. Christine Y. Mason
Enroll now: https://programs.the-ykm.com/courses/heartcentereddialogue===In this conversation, Dr. Christine Y. Mason and Yanik discuss the current state of ...
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Season 4
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Episode 151
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57:00
S4E150 | Chasing or Being Chased: Deconstructing Hegel's Vision of the USA | Fr. Basile Sede, PhD
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Reverend Dr. Basil Sede, a Cameroonian-born Catholic Prist, philosopher, and author serving as a Parochial Vicar at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Wake Forest, North Carolina, which is pa...
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Season 4
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Episode 150
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57:27
S3E149 | Learning & Harmony | Dr. Moazzem Hossain
In this conversation, Janik and Dr. Hossein explore the profound relationship between learning and harmony in diversity. They discuss how continuous learning is essential for personal growth and adapting to the fast-paced changes in the world. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 149
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1:20:08
S3E148 | Conflict Resolution Architecture in Harmony | Dr. Moazzem Hossain | E148
In this conversation, Dr. Moazzem Hossein and host Yanik explore the intricate relationship between harmony and conflict, emphasizing the necessity of both in personal and organizational contexts. They discuss actionable strategies for conflict...
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Season 3
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Episode 148
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48:50
S3E147 | Unearthed: The Lies We Carry & The Truths They Bury | Chanchal Garg
Join Yanik for an inspiring conversation with Chanchal Garg, an executive coach and author of Unearthed: The Lies We Carry & the Truths They Bury, as she shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges and finding empowerment. Discover...
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Season 3
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Episode 147
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1:14:11
S3E146 | Harmony & Conflict | Dr. Moazzem Hossain | E146
Join host Yanik and Dr. Moazzem Hossein as they delve into the intricate relationship between harmony and conflict. Discover why these opposing forces are essential for personal and organizational growth, and learn actionable strategies to navi...
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Season 3
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Episode 146
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1:03:30
S3E145 | Create Harmony Within in a Day | Brig. Gen. Dr. Moazzem Hossain | E145
Join Yanik as Dr. Hossain delves into the art of creating harmony both within ourselves and in our external environments. Discover practical insights on balancing technology with nature and nurturing healthy interpersonal relationships. This ta...
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Season 3
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Episode 145
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29:47
S3E144 | Becoming Ken: One Black Man's Journey from Ivy League to Prison and Back Again | Ken Miller | E144
In this episode, join Yanik and Ken Miller as they delve into the remarkable story of Ken Miller, a man who journeyed from the Ivy League to prison and back. Discover how love, transformation, and resilience shaped his path to redemption. This ...
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Season 3
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Episode 144
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1:26:25
S3E143 | The Harvesting of Haystacks Kane | Steve Schlam | E143
In this episode, Yanik dialogues with Steve Schlam as he delves into the profound themes of life, death, writing, and dreams. In this engaging conversation, Steve shares his journey from attorney to actor & author, the inspiration behind hi...
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Season 3
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Episode 143
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1:00:47
S3E142 | SIGHT: A Purpose Driven Life | Ming Wang MD, PhD | E142
The film “Sight” (FREE link: sight.drmingwang.com) tells the story of our center’s invention of the amniotic membrane contact lens, which has transformed the world and helped restore eyesight...
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Season 3
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Episode 142
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1:43:09
S3E139| How to Cultivate Harmony Within | Dr. Moazzem Hossain | E139
Enroll now: the-ykm.com/courses/hid===This episode is brought to you by Harmony in Diversity, Dr. Moazzem Hossain, Dr. Carlos Ruano and Yanik discuss the concept of harmony, particularly focusing on individual harmony and its impo...
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Season 3
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Episode 139
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19:03
S3E138 | Harmony in Diversity | Brig. Gen. Dr. Moazzem Hossain | E138
In this conversation, Dr. Moazzem Hossain discusses the concept of harmony within oneself, emphasizing its importance for mental and physical health. He outlines the steps to cultivate inner harmony, starting with a morning routine that include...
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Season 3
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Episode 138
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2:03:46
S3E137 | Redefining Learning for the Future | Foundation Distinguished Professor Dr. Yong Zhao | E137
In this conversation, Professor Dr. Yong Zhao discusses the need to redefine learning in the context of modern education, emphasizing the importance of personalized learning that caters to individual strengths and interests. He highlights the s...
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Season 3
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Episode 137
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54:04
S3E136 | The Pursuit of Meaningful Goals | Furkhan Dandia | E136
In this conversation, Furkhan Dandia, a certified counselor in psychology (MA & MBA), discusses the complexities of anger, its impact on mental health, and the importance of self-reflection. He explores profound themes surrounding mortality...
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Season 3
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Episode 136
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57:43
S3E135 | Strategy & Life | Brig. Gen. Dr. Moazzem Hossain | E135
In this conversation, Dr. Moazzem Hossein discusses the relevance of Alexander the Great's strategies in modern business and leadership. He emphasizes the importance of military strategy in formulating business strategies, the significance of d...
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Season 3
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Episode 135
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1:13:35
S3E134 | Leadership: The Inside Story | Professor of the Practice of Management Willie Pietersen | E134
In this conversation, Professor of the Practice of Management Willie Pietersen shares his insights on his newly published book "Leadership: The Inside Story published by @RivertownsBooks, emphasizing the importance of human connection, the role...
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Season 3
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Episode 134
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1:21:47
S3E133 | Acting & Life | Abena Mansa Mon Louis | E133
Abena is widely known for her contributions to the film industry, particularly in crime thrillers and comedies. She has gained valuable experience working with several prominent networks, including Lifetime, Hallmark, and Paramount. While a wor...
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Foreword by Desmond Tutu | From Violence to Blessing | Prof. Emeritus Vern Neufeld Redekop | Narrated by the ykm
Prof. emeritus Vern Neufeld Redekop graciously permitted the free dissemination/publication of his book From Violence to Blessing; How an understanding of deep-rooted conflict can open paths to reconciliation.
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Acknowledgements | From Violence to Blessing | Prof. emeritus Vern Neufeld Redekop | Narrated by the ykm
Prof. emeritus Vern Neufeld Redekop graciously permitted the free dissemination/publication of his book From Violence to Blessing; How an understanding of deep-rooted conflict can open paths to reconciliation.
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S3E132 | Co-Teaching Evolved | Dr. Matthew Rhoads | E132
In this conversation, Dr. Matt Rhoads joins Yanik to discuss his and Dr. Belinda D. Karge's book 'Co-Teaching Evolved'. He discusses the intricacies of co-teaching, emphasizing the importance of communication, collaboration, and trust between e...
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Season 3
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Episode 132
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55:33
S3E131 | Teacher Time Management | Ellen I. Linnihan | E131
In this conversation, Ellen Linnihan discusses various aspects of teaching, including optimizing grading efficiency, the importance of handwriting, the role of AI in education, and the significance of helping students find their voices. She emp...
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Season 3
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Episode 131
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1:09:17
S3E130 | Understanding the Roots of the Ukraine-Russia War | Dr. Ivan Katchanovski | E130
This conversation delves into the complexities of the Ukraine-Russia war, focusing on the Maidan Massacre as a pivotal event that escalated the conflict. Professor Dr. Ivan Katchanovski discusses the historical roots of political violence in Uk...
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Season 3
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Episode 130
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2:03:49