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Zachary Reznicheck is a husband, father, highly progressive educator and published author of the Teacher Gamer Handbook. His own original idea. The Teacher Gamer concept can best be described as a tested game theory meets socio-emotional, narrative-driven framework to deploy and facilitate life-skills development, broaden subject teaching into narrative-based practicum, and expand literacy in academic skills and interpersonal skills. In short, a strategy for integrating Role-playing Classroom Games in Schools.

Born in LA, but lived in Montreal Canada for a large portion of his adult life, Zach holds a Masters degree in Education and describes himself as a “life-skills innovator” in regards to his expertise as an educator. Zach has worked in schools, homeschools, summer camps and youth workshops around the world, in which he is constantly refining his craft and evolving progressive educational concepts.

Zach’s passion and enthusiasm for his work is infectious, thought-provoking and inspiring. His desire to stay relevant, maintain a growth-mindset and lead other educators in developing new skill-sets is super impressive. Im always drawn to those that are living their dream, taking action to utilise personal interests and skill-sets that can be shared with the world to help others. Zach is the epitome of this.

Zach is with me on this week's episode to share his journey, challenges and hopes for the future.

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Teacher Gamer Website:
https://teachergamer.com/

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Trailer:
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Zach supports and advocates for:
http://www.oceanfutures.org/about/cousteau-family

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Teshalonika Krisanti is an educator, artist, singer and sustainability advocate.

Before she even graduated from High School, Tesha harnessed her passion for the arts, singing and education and founded the nonprofit school Kampoeng English in 2016. Kampoeng English empowers local children to be confident learners who follow their dreams, ignite their potential, all with a focus on sustainable education and hands-on learning.

Teshalonika moved from Jakarta to Bali with her family after her father was appointed as the resident artist at the internationally recognised Green school, Bali. Mind you, his application was promoted by Tesha, who dreamed of moving to Bali and  attending the school in order to nurture her creativity and passion for progressive learning approaches. Shortly after his appointment, Tesha gained a full-time scholarship at the school in 2015. 

Her sincere gratitude for the opportunity she was given combined with her immediate connection to the Balinese people, Tesha’s desire to “give-back” was immediately born. And, so she did.

Through local community collaboration, shear determination and lots of hard work, Kampoeng English school opened in 2016 with 10-15 students. Now, the school regularly holds classes for around 105 students (sometimes more). The School has become a pillar of strength, inspiration and stability for local children near Tesha’s home in Ubud. 

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Tesha supports and advocates for:
Kampoeng English Project
https://www.facebook.com/kampoengenglishproject/
Tesha's Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/tkrisanti

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Edward Dangerfield is a breathwork, movement and meditation specialist.

Edward is trained in Nervous System Health, Chinese Massage & Pressure Points, Breathwork, Nerve Flossing, Qi Gong, Biofield Energy Healing, Yoga and Meditation. He constantly studies modern approaches to anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, and developmental patterns.

Having been caught in an avalanche, and suffering from PTSD, Edward went on a path to discover how to heal himself.

Edward is passionate about using breathwork and movement to heal the nervous system, based on his own lived experience, research, training and years of clinical practice.

Edward is the founder of Biology of Breath and Breathwork Bali.

He has spoken at various hospitals, schools, and conferences to promote the power of breathing to create balance in life.

Ironically, I met Edward for the first time a couple of months ago, while I was literally in an ice-bath…holding my breath! True story. I've said this numerous times, but the universe seems to provide the guests for this show…

Underlying Edward’s vast knowledge and experience into the practicalities of breathwork, meditation, movement, energy healing and beyond, ultimately he is building individual empowerment, life-ownership, collective consciousness and most importantly, being of service to others and helping our selves in the process.

In this week's episode, Edward is with me to share his journey so far, his experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future. 

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Photos and Video by (the lovely) Christina Scarborough
https://www.christinascarborough.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinathephotographer/?hl=en

Edward recommends and advocates for:
Breathwork Bali
https://breathworkbali.com

Books to read:

How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence by Michael Pollen
https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Mind-Consciousness-Transcendence/dp/1594204225

Becoming Supernatural: How common people are doing the uncommon by Dr. Joe Dispenza
https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Supernatural-Common-People-Uncommon/dp/1401953093

The Biology of Belief
https://www.brucelipton.com/books/biology-of-belief

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Aaron Cross is a husband, father, fisherman, firefighter, outdoorsman, surfer, and Jiu-Jitsu enthusiast.  Aaron advocates for the empowerment of communities through Emergency Medical Training (EMT) a skill set he acquired during his time as a firefighter and rafting guide in the Grand Canyon.  

Aaron was the first member of his family to attend college and graduated from Portland State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Science and History.

Aaron’s immediate humility is what originally attracted me to him. On the exterior he is your stereotypical “mans man”, but moreover, he is someone that listens, someone who is sincere with his words, he thinks deeply about his place and purpose in this world… and he loves to go fishing. Prior to this episode, I asked Aaron what he regards as his life’s most notable achievements and he highlighted a long and happy marriage, fathering his 3 amazing children and his profound relationship with his grandfather.  

Excited about the second half of his life, Aaron is with me on this week's episode to share his journey, experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future!

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Aaron Advocates for:
Village First Responder (Emergency Medical Training)
https://www.villageresponder.org

Hasson Company Realtors
http://erinrothrock.hasson.com

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Stephanie Smith is a wife, mother of five children and a real estate developer from California who has a passion for the environment and human rights. Via her real estate firm, Stephanie manages acquisitions, operations, and finances. She prioritizes projects that focus on “green building” practices and the use of solar and water reclamation systems. Stephanie is an advocate for Cannabis law-reform and regulation, and also the use of Psilocybin for personal, medical, therapeutic, spiritual, and religious use. She has worked tirelessly to make her firm one of the largest Cannabis landlords in California. She openly describes herself as a Cannabis activist who is politicly active in challenging government legislation and protecting civil rights at the highest level. Despite, advocating for a variety of social justice issues, some mainstream media outlets have described her as a Cannabis “Queen Pin” a title she feels is better used to describe her ability to run a successful business, raise a family of five children and her ability to organize epic children’s birthday parties…not necessarily Cannabis retail outlet zoning laws.  

In this week's episode, Stephanie is with me to share her journey, her experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future. 

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Stephanie advocates for:
Decriminalize California- The California Psilocybin Decriminalization Initiative

Sign the petition at:
https://decrimca.org

Check out her blog:
https://www.stephsmithla.com

Cool media about Stephanie:

Medium Magazine
https://medium.com/authority-magazine/women-leaders-in-cannabis-i-believe-cannabis-will-eventually-be-a-womens-industry-with-steph-f9e2394a662e

LA Times
https://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-cannabis-real-estate-20180331-story.html

The Sun
https://www.sbsun.com/2018/06/14/cannabis-activist-collects-2800-signatures-for-colton-ballot-initiative/

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Rizal is a uniquely talented multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, instrument builder, music producer and social activist from West Java, Indonesia.

He dedicates his music and career towards creating real social change and promoting creativity; both in Indonesia and globally.

Rizal harnessed his knowledge of Bamboo material to develop his unique and innovative instrument called the Rasendriya. It combines guitar with didgeridoo and celempung (percussion). Further exploring the use of bamboo for instruments, Rizal’s latest project is his Bamboo Lapsteel Guitar & Strings instrument.

Rizal creates a unique style of folk music by combining ballads, rock, reggae, and blues with eclectic ethnic rhythms. His lyrics sung with confidence in both Indonesian and English speak of life, adventure, spirit, democracy, and opportunity.

Rizal was invited to be a guest speaker and performer to TEDx Ubud. The video of his performance was selected as a TED Talks Global Editor’s Pick and also featured as one of three “Weird and Wonderful TEDx Musical Performances” from TEDx conferences internationally. In 2015 Rizal was chosen as one of Bali’s 20 Inspirators by HelloBali Magazine in their 20th-anniversary edition. Rizal was also chosen as a ‘Global Youth Hero 2018’ by Global Youth Leaders.

Honest and endearing, Rizal is with me on this week's episode to share his experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future…

Checkout Rizal's music:
https://www.rizalmusic.com
https://www.instagram.com/rizalmusicofficial/
https://m.facebook.com/rizalmusic

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Kai Mata is back on the show to join me on this very special V-Day. A day that nurtures love, kindness, education, awareness, and celebrates diversity!  Kai joined me all the way back on episode 15 (which feels like a lifetime ago). 

Kai is an Indonesian singer and songwriter. Kai’s family fled Indonesia in 1998 to avoid ongoing political and civil unrest. Kai is a passionate advocate for human rights, equity, and equality. She uses her music to tell stories and foster empathy. She regards her personal achievements as releasing an album, touring the USA and being the only openly “out” LGBTQ+ musician in Indonesia. Kai is kind with her words, playful with her delivery, yet powerful with her message. She supports and mentors young people and gives her time freely to education.

I don’t believe in coincidence anymore. I originally “stumbled” across Kai on social media, I reached out, we communicated, we gelled, I got her on the podcast, and now, I consider Kai a good friend! A kindred spirit if you will.  Her influence on the community I function in has been profound. Last year, Kai and I worked together to raise awareness, support young people (and their families), in regards to LGBTQ+ rights and responsibilities via the integrated “Free to be me” High School wellbeing program. Since then, Kai has continued to support the development of support groups and provide mentorship.

This week, on Valentine's day 2020, Kai joins me to talk about love, what’s been happening in her life since the last time she was on the podcast, her experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future.

Kai Mata supports and advocates for:

Arus Pelangi
https://www.facebook.com/aruspelangi.org/
https://www.instagram.com/aruspelangi/?hl=en

Kai's Youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS2Z6oOEVrddsU0i3zWYuPg

Kai's Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/kaimatamusic/?hl=en

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Davida Sweeney is a wife, mother, and co-founder of the non-profit organisation, The Generous and The Grateful, an Australian-based charity that sources pre-loved essential household items to help people rebuild their lives after tragedy and trauma. 

Born and raised in southern Spain,  married to an Australian and currently residing in Bali with her husband and 3 children, Davida is a self-confessed “kindness connector”. In 2019 alone The Generous and The Grateful organisation re-directed 94 tonnes of household essential items from unnecessary landfill,  they have furnished 2 properties for women’s community shelters from re-purposed goods, converted 406 empty rental housing into safe and inviting homes, which has provided shelter for almost 900 people who are rebuilding their lives. Inspiring and impressive, simply put, The Generous and The Grateful are in the business of connecting kindness and providing a community to those that have lost theirs.

In this week's episode, Davida is with me to share her experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future.

Checkout The Generous and The Grateful:
https://www.generousandgrateful.com.au

Davida supports and advocates for:
https://onetreeplanted.org/pages/about-us

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Garrett Stratford Cutler is a leading educator at a sustainability-focused international school in Bali, Indonesia. Garrett was born and raised in New York City and studied at St. Lawrence University in upstate New York. Garrett holds a Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Theatre, English writing, and a master's degree in Physical Education. 

Garrett has been an international school educator for the last 8 years, teaching in Thailand and Bali.

When he is not educating sustainable change-makers of the future, you will find him in the gym working on his biceps, surfing, playing basketball and dealing magic cards with his friends or anyone else that believes in magic.

Garrett’s kind and approachable nature, coupled with his sense of humor and sheer dedication to quality in all that he does, makes Garrett a standout character in the community that he functions in. Adored by his students, their parents and loved by his colleagues and friends alike. 

In this week's episode, Garrett is with me to share his experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future.

Garrett supports and advocates for:
 https://asiacenterfoundation.org/

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Peter Phillips is a husband, father, surfer and leading educator at the sustainability focused and internationally recognised, Green School Bali. Born and raised in Australia, Peter finds his spiritual home in Sanur, Bali, the place his mother and extended Balinese family are from and where he now lives with his wife Mel and their two children Koa and Nyah.

Peter graduated from University with a Bachelor of Education and since graduating has actively sought “progressive approaches” to education. His experience in education is diverse, teaching in the Australian public system, Steiner schools, and currently an International school which has students from literally every part of the globe.

In getting to know Peter, it became very obvious to me early on that this is someone who possesses innate educational leadership. His academic prowess, strong ability to communicate with people on a variety of levels and his personal passion to progress in all that he does provides inspiration to his family, friends, colleagues, local community, but most importantly, the students that he teaches. Combined with an authentic cultural sensitivity and empathy, it  fills me with optimism  and hope to his some like Peter on an educational leadership trajectory, hence his recent appointment as Teacher Representative to the Board of Directors at the Green School.

On this week's episode, Peter is with me to share his journey, experiences, challenges and hopes for the future.

Charities Peter advocates for:

The Australian Bushfire Appeal via ABC
https://about.abc.net.au/appeals/

The Smith Family
"Because they provide food, clothes and school gear for my family when I was young"
-Peter
http://thesmithfamily.com.au

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