Radical Responsibility Podcast

In today's episode of the Radical Responsibility podcast, I'm joined by Chris Brookfield, a visionary in designing networks, companies, and relationships for the public good. With a background as a pioneering impact investor and co-founder of Elevar Equity and Salmon Nation, Chris has a unique perspective on creating resilient systems through empathetic engagement. Today, we explore 'Building Resilience: Empathy and Systems Change,' discussing his transition from venture capitalism to fostering community betterment and societal improvement. Chris Brookfield speaks about how he came into designing networks, companies and relationships for the public good. With the ability to observe human relationships through an empathetic lens, Chris offers practical examples of his experience with different communities, and how this has highlighted the transition of systems change, from theory to application.

We Also Disucss: 

-His journey from starting out as a venture capitalist to using similar skills for betterment of communities and society, and later becoming involved in identifying and scaling resilient systems
-How he goes about immersing himself in communities to discover emergent resilient systems and replicating positive relationships for community betterment 
-His observations of attributes of healthy relationships, and how the root of resilience is the diversity of mindsets

In this episode of the Radical Responsibility podcast, I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Thomas Doherty, a clinical and environmental psychologist based in Portland, Oregon, with a pioneering role in addressing the mental health impacts of climate change. Dr. Doherty explores the importance of understanding climate change, focusing on its emotional and physical effects. He discusses three basic tasks in tackling environmental and sustainability issues, the benefits of outdoor therapy programs in building our relationship with nature to enhance mental health, and the concept of environmental identity. Dr. Doherty emphasizes the diverse roles we all play based on our values and beliefs in confronting climate change.

We Also Discuss: 

• His insight into 3 basic tasks when dealing with environmental and sustainability issues
• How outdoor therapy programs can benefit by helping build our relationship with nature and also improving our mental health
• The concept of environmental identity and the three main values that influence environmental behaviors and the importance of all our unique roles in climate change

In this episode of the Radical Responsibility podcast, I'm joined by Robert Cervelli, Executive Director of the Centre for Local Prosperity and a passionate advocate for community building and climate readiness for over 35 years. Robert's work spans innovative tools for economic resilience and climate readiness, with a particular focus on food production. Today, we discuss 'Climate Change & Climate Resilience,' highlighting how enhancing food security and sovereignty at the local level can combat the negative impacts of large-scale agricultural models and strengthen our resilience against threats to our food systems.

We Also Discuss: 

-The definitions of food security and food sovereignty in relation to resilience
-The negative impacts of the big Ag model around food quality, food wastage, and inefficient distribution models that have a high carbon footprint Insight into how fragile these food systems are, how reliant we are on them, and how we need to be more resilient given the threats to these systems

In today's episode of the Radical Responsibility podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Ronald Siegel, an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School with over 35 years of teaching experience. Dr. Siegel, a renowned expert in mind-body medicine and mindfulness applications in psychotherapy, joins us to discuss 'Relational Resilience & Healing Trauma.' We delve into how relationships profoundly influence resilience and healing, highlighting the importance of nurturing connections to enhance personal growth and stability.

We also discuss:
 -The impact of Covid on either solidifying or breaking apart relationships
 -How to foster connection and the importance of investing in your relationships
 -How relationships are both the antidote to the self-esteem rollercoaster but also the fruit of being less self-preoccupied

In today's new Radical Responsibility Podcast Episode, Fleet speaks with John Douillard, DC, CAP about how Ayurveda was designed to make us more resilient. With a unique ability to integrate Western and Eastern Science, John elaborates on how to navigate through these challenging times by becoming more conscious and self-aware.

We Also Discuss: 

• The concept of “weatherproofing” and how self-awareness and engaging from a deeper place within ourselves can create more resilience
• How physical, mental, emotional, brain health, and spiritually are interrelated from a resilience perspective and the importance of choosing consciousness
• Practical tips on how to follow an Ayurvedic diet and engage in Breathwork/Pranayama both of which have many health benefits

🎙️In today's new Radical Responsibility Podcast episode, join Dr. @FleetMaull and Victor Cabral, MSW, LSW, for "Psychedelic Therapy for Marginalized Communities." Explore the need for equitable representation and inclusivity in the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted therapy.

Understand the potential harm caused by inappropriate protocols in community clinics and clinical trials. Learn how lived experiences of marginalized individuals can drive innovative solutions for therapy delivery systems.

 Examine the convergence of cultural and business interests in the evolving landscape of psychedelics. Meet Victor Alfonso Cabral, an innovative Afro-Latinx leader dedicated to fostering transformation in historically marginalized communities. 🌟 Explore more at fluencetraining.com. 🎧✨ #RadicalResponsibilityPodcast #VictorCabral #PsychedelicTherapy #EquitableRepresentation

• Explore the need for equitable representation and inclusivity in the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted therapy
• Understand the potential harm caused by inappropriate protocols in community clinics and clinical trials.
• Learn how lived experiences of marginalized individuals can drive innovative solutions for therapy delivery systems. Examine the convergence of cultural and business interests in the evolving landscape of psychedelics.

In today's new Radical Responsibility Podcast Episode, Fleet speaks with Dr. Stephan Porges. Stephan talks about his Polyvagal theory and how the nervous system and resilience are related. He stresses the important role that neuroception and self-awareness play in healing the nervous system and trauma. He also covers the importance of physiological co-regulation and relationships in creating a more resilient life.

 We ALso Discuss: 

- How resilience is not based on our genetics but rather our physiological state. 
- The importance of our awareness of our physiological state, and how resourcing is vital for managing stress and recovery. 
- Vagal tone and common misconceptions about it, as well as his newly developed metric named “vagal efficiency”. The alternative therapies for healing the nervous system and trauma

In today's new Radical Responsibility Podcast episode, join Dr. @FleetMaull and Daran Young, LCSW, for "Beyond Boundaries: A Quest for Authentic Connection." Explore the profound psychological impacts of systemic oppression and the necessity of addressing ingrained traumas. Discover how treatments like psilocybin and ketamine can bring deep-seated traumas to the surface, fostering transformative healing experiences.

 Understand the importance of communal understanding, empowerment, and support in the therapeutic process.  Delve into the challenges and necessities of fostering diversity, equity, and leadership in white-dominant spaces and systems.  Expand your view on how cultural and global experiences shape understanding, compassion, and approaches to healing trauma. Meet Deran Young, a licensed therapist, retired military officer, and founder of Black Therapists Rock. Explore more at blacktherapistsrock.com.

In today's new Radical Responsibility Podcast Episode, Fleet speaks with Tiokasin Ghosthorse, a member of the Cheyenne River Lakota Nation of South Dakota. Ghosthorse discusses our fragile and endangered relationship with the earth, which exacerbates our disconnection and steers us toward choices that are unsustainable, further endangering our planet and our place within it.

He explains that, to realign with the earth, we must challenge our society's prevailing paradigms based on economic imperatives, seeking instead a path that fosters a deep, intrinsic connection with the natural world, one that honors the earth as a living, conscious entity with which we are inextricably intertwined.

In today's new Radical Responsibility Podcast episode, join Dr. @FleetMaull and Sunny Strasburg, LMFT, for "The Theradelic Approach: Enhancing Psychedelic Healing." Explore the innovative "Theradelic approach," integrating various therapeutic tools to enhance psychedelic therapy. Learn how psychedelic substances affect the brain and their potential in treating conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

Discover the art and science of facilitating deep therapeutic experiences, and understand the importance of careful therapist selection for safe and effective psychedelic journeys. Meet Sunny Strasburg, a psychedelic entrepreneur, licensed psychotherapist, and author specializing in Internal Family Systems and archetypal psychology. 

 Her extensive expertise in psychedelic-assisted therapies has influenced clinicians worldwide. Explore more at sunnystrasburgtherapy.com.