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Asger Leth | Beyond the 9 to 5 – Finding Freedom & Creating a Space for Deep Conversations & Real Connections


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What does it mean to truly connect in a world that’s becoming more digital by the day?

Asger Leth is a Danish filmmaker, writer, and creative visionary known for his documentary and feature filmmaking work. He gained international recognition for Ghosts of Cité Soleil (2006), a gripping documentary set in Haiti, and later directed the Hollywood thriller Man on a Ledge (2012). Asger has spent years living and working globally with a background deeply rooted in storytelling and cinema. 

In this episode, filmmaker and creative visionary Asger Leth shares his journey from a restless nomadic life to creating Lakehouse,a cultural and community space in Copenhagen designed to unite people through dialogue, creativity, and shared experiences.

We dive into:

  • Why some people need movement while others need stability
  • The role of risk and uncertainty in a fulfilling life
  • How AI and the internet are reshaping how we trust information
  • Why real-life spaces like Lakehouse are more necessary than ever

From filmmaking to philosophy, from travel to deep discussions, this episode is an exploration of what it means to be truly present, connected, and engaged with the world.

 

📚 Learn more about Asger Leth:

  • https://asgerleth.com
  • https://www.instagram.com/asgersays
  • https://www.facebook.com/AsgerLeth 
  • Asger Leth on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1300606 

🔗 Lake House:

  • https://www.lake-house.net
  • https://lakehouse.dk
  • https://www.instagram.com/lakehouse.cph 
  • https://www.facebook.com/lakehousecph 

🗓️ Recorded February 20th, 2025. 📍 Finhan, France

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