ABWilson's Heart of the Matter
Welcome to the ABWilson Heart of the Matter podcast. I'm Aderonke Bademosi Wilson, and I'm thrilled to be your host. From the stunning shores of Bermuda, nestled in the heart of the North Atlantic Ocean, comes a podcast that goes beyond the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle. Here, we dive into the depths of human experience, one heartwarming story at a time. Heart of the Matter isn't just another podcast.
It's a journey of exploration and discovery. In each episode, I sit down with remarkable individuals from all walks of life. These aren't household names. They're everyday heroes with fascinating tales to share. Drawing from my passion for Appreciative Inquiry, a management methodology focused on amplifying positivity, strengths, and successes.
In fostering meaningful change, we seek to uncover the moments that define us. I unearth stories of joy, kindness, and resilience through overwhelmingly positive questions.
Tell me about a recent accomplishment or success you're particularly proud of.
Can you recall a situation where you overcame a challenge that led to personal growth?
What did you learn from that experience? And what book recommendations do you have?
These are just a few of the questions we explore together. We will delve into the heart of each story, one conversation at a time, but be warned, laughter and tears are both frequent companions on this journey. That's the beauty of authenticity. It knows no bounds.
What sets ABWilson's Heart of the Matter apart is its consistency. I ask each guest the same questions in the same order, creating a blueprint of diverse experiences woven together by a common thread. So whether you need a good laugh or a heartfelt moment of reflection, join me as we celebrate the extraordinary within the ordinary.
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter, where every story awaits sharing.
Episodes
103 episodes
S3 Ep12. A Good Man: Craig Simmons on Fathers, Daughters, and Legacy
S3 Ep11. Positive Questions, Powerful Stories: Marking 100 Episodes of Heart of the Matter
S3 Ep10. Humanity in Practice: Conversations on Belonging, Courage, and Deep Care with Veronica Olalla Love
S3 Ep9. You Cannot Edit What You Do Not Write: The Courage to Begin with Simone Dalton
S3 Ep8. Creativity as Love in Action: Ari Kamara's Loving Practice
S3 Ep7. Don’t Waste This Life: Gifts, Grief and Growth with Myra Lee Virgil, PhD
S3 Ep6. Horse Culture and Human Healing with Melba Holliday: What Horses Teach Us About Leading and Listening with Heart
S3 Ep5. Joy as a Way of Life: Janet Harvey’s Journey from Wall Street to Regenerative Humanity
S3 Ep4. From Bermuda to New York to Ghana: Elena Menendez Sanchez on Finding Home in Art
S3 Ep3. Building Bridges, Not Walls: Francoise Palau-Wolffe on Human Rights Education
S3 Ep2. The Ripple Effect of Authentic Leadership: A Conversation with Karen Hinds
S3 Ep1. Name It to Tame It: How Emotional Regulation Shapes Leadership and Relationships with Dawnese Openshaw
S2 Ep49. Unlocking Joy and Personal Power: Pursuing Excellence on Your Hardest Days with Karel Mc Intosh
S2 Ep48. Empowering Change: Lessons from Human Rights Advocate Isha Dyfan Davies
S2 Ep47. Dreaming on Purpose: Ontological Coaching and Creative Reinvention with Laura Westman
S2 Ep46. Side Quests and Pepper Soup: Finding Joy in the Unexpected with Patrenia Werts Onuoha
S2 Ep45. Healing, Growth and Ripples: Dr. Diedra Manns on Life After Cancer
S2 Ep44. Honoring Loss with Action: A Journey of Strength with Victoria Trabosh
S2 Ep43. The Human Side of Justice: Conversations with The Hon. Justice Juan Wolffe
S2 Ep42: Teaching Yourself to Fly: Ebony Fray’s Guide to Joyful Living
S2 Ep41. Standing on Purpose: The Lorna Owens Story
S2 Ep40. From Japan to Justice: Navigating Life’s Journey with Laura Lundin
S2 Ep39. Walking Miracles: Healing, Awakening, and Transformation with Paula Rosenfeld
S2 Ep38. From Van Life to Visionary Coach: Edwards Holliday on Creativity, Coaching, and Connection
S2 Ep37. Living Life on Your Own Terms: Lessons from AJ Vassar’s Journey