The SenseMakers Project
The SenseMakers Project is a podcast where host Tovah Jacobson interviews her diverse friends and connections from all over the world and various walks of life. Join in for captivating conversations that uncover the unique perspectives and experiences that shape our understanding of the world we live in. For more info, check out: https://tovahjacobson.com/
Episodes
26 episodes
#20 Believing in the Best: Richie Jones on Drumming Through Life
Tovah takes a deep dive into the world of music, resilience, and the refusal to grow up with the extraordinary drummer, Richie Jones. He opens up about his personal journey and the challenging times that propelled him into the life of his...
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#19 Naming Your Gremlins with the Zen Possum: A Chat with Christina Calabria
Tovah gets a behind the scenes look at being a life coach when she interviews her close friend Christina Calabria. They chat about the hidden “gremlins” that often sabotage our aspirations and how to befriend them instead. You’ll also discover ...
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#18 Breaking Waves and Barriers: Nau's Journey as a Triathlete and LGBTQ+ Woman in Fiji
In this captivating episode of The SenseMakers Project, host Tovah dives deep into the inspiring life of Nau, a trailblazing Fijian Cruise Director who has shattered stereotypes as a celebrated triathlete and an openly gay woman, all while navi...
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#17 Unveiling Fiji's Rich Tapestry: A Taxi Driver's Perspective
Host Tovah takes her listeners on a journey to the enchanting islands of Fiji. Departing from the usual format, Tovah explores the vibrant culture and people of Fiji by embarking on an enlightening interview with her taxi driver Mamasa. Listene...
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#16 From Andean Heights to Movement Mastery: Aktzi Mushin's Journey of Self-Expression
Tovah takes us on a journey alongside her dear friend, Aktzi Mushin. Prepare to be transported from the remote Andes mountains of Peru to the bustling streets of Lima and eventually to the United States, as Aktzi shares his extraordinary tale o...
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#15 From High-Flyers to Settling Scores: Kirsten Ellis's Journey to the Skies
Tovah takes us on a thrilling ride as she sits down with her childhood friend and professional aviator, Kirsten Ellis. Prepare for an exhilarating discussion that covers Kirsten's inspiring path to becoming a commercial pilot and her experience...
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#14 Shaina Reeves: Musician, Fire Performer, Mother
Shaina and Tovah have known one another since they were in pre-school. Their paths, although parallel, diverged, only to bring them back together again. Shaina is a musician, a performer at heart, and mother. A deep soul that ...
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#13 Captain Inga Thorhauge: Woman of the Seas
Tovah met Inga while sailing though Alaska. The captain of their 300 meter ship, 1 of 7 women in the world accredited to sail of ship of that size, Tovah was instantly captivated and interested in her story. Inga had never dreamed o...
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#12 Roop Singh: From NFT to Erotic Hypnosis (2 of 2)
Roop and Tovah connected at a Burning Man festival in Florida almost a decade ago. From the moment they met, they were intrigued by one another and a friendship quickly formed. Roop is one of Tovah's male confidants, someone she tal...
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#11 Roop Singh: From NFT to Erotic Hypnosis (1 of 2)
Roop and Tovah connected at a Burning Man festival in Florida almost a decade ago. From the moment they met, they were intrigued by one another and a friendship quickly formed. Roop is one of Tovah's male confidants, someone she tal...
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#10 Sunshine Sweetwater Diaz: Defying Death
Sunshine and Tovah met decades ago when Tovah was traveling with a band doing live performance art on stage. A painter and performer herself, Tovah's time on the road was filled with fun and interesting interactions. One of the peop...
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#9 Valerie Wood: A Real Life Mary Poppins
To know Val is to adore her. Tovah and Valerie 1st met in Jamaica in 2013. They were both there for a Chinese New Year celebration. Tovah was there to perform with the band she was traveling with, Valerie was there to share in...
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#8 Eli Reiman: Adventures of Vegan Van-Life (2 of 2)
Tovah met Eli in 2008 when she 1st moved back to Atlanta. Tovah had been unsure of her return to her childhood city, but meeting a few wonderous people, including Eli, upon her return was a huge relief and answer to the question- did she ...
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#7 Eli Reiman: Adventures with Vegan Van-Life (1 of 2)
Tovah met Eli in 2008 when she 1st moved back to Atlanta. Tovah had been unsure of her return to her childhood city, but meeting a few wonderous people, including Eli, upon her return was a huge relief and answer to the question- did she ...
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#6 Davey Swinton: Transgender Challenges and Special Needs Children (2 of 2)
Tovah met Davey upon her move back to Atlanta in 2008. It was at the same time she met her new and large group of friends (who she remains friends with to this day) assuring her that her move back to Atlanta had been the right thing to do...
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#5 Davey Swinton: Transgender Challenges and Special Needs Children (1 of 2)
Tovah met Davey upon her move back to Atlanta in 2008. It was at the same time she met her new and large group of friends (who she remains friends with to this day) assuring her that her move back to Atlanta had been the right thing to do...
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#4 Shank: Fun, Friends, and Music
Tovah met Shank in 1999 through a newspaper ad in the local Athens newspaper, The Flagpole, while looking for a roommate. Upon meeting, they knew that the match was a good one, and a wonderful roommate relationship and friendship...
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