In this episode of “Von Herzen Gern”, I’m visiting Saskia in Homer, Alaska.

Saskia’s heart beats for permaculture gardening – growing more food with less work, in harmony with nature. From her small garden, she grows all the vegetables her family needs for everyday life. With patience, curiosity, and a deep trust in natural cycles.

For Saskia, permaculture is much more than gardening. It shapes how she lives, works, and supports others. She shares her knowledge with people who want to grow their own food and find simpler, more sustainable ways of living.

In our conversation, we talk about permaculture, but also about life as a mother who homeschools her children, as a businesswoman, a passionate gardener, and a traveler – and how all of these parts can exist side by side, without needing to be separated.

We’re sitting in her warm, beautiful kitchen, with a wide open view over Kachemak Bay. A calm, honest, and inspiring conversation.

I’m very happy to share this episode with you.

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Im zweiten Teil meines Gesprächs mit Sepp bleiben wir noch ein bisschen länger in der Wildnis Alaskas.

Seit über vierzig Jahren lebt Sepp dort, fernab von Strom, fließendem Wasser und festem Komfort. In dieser Folge tauchen wir tiefer ein: in das Leben, das man sich nicht einfach aussucht, sondern wirklich lebt – mit allem, was dazugehört.

Sepp erzählt weiter von prägenden Momenten, von Entscheidungen, die getragen haben, und von Situationen, die ihn an seine Grenzen gebracht haben. Es geht um das Draußen-Sein, um Durchhalten, um Zuhören – und darum, was ein einfaches Leben mit einem macht.

Auch hier bleibt Raum für Humor, für Stille und für die kleinen Dinge, die im Alltag der Wildnis plötzlich sehr groß werden.

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Seit über vierzig Jahren lebt Sepp in Alaska – dort, wo die Wildnis beginnt und der Alltag ein ganz eigener ist.

Kennengelernt haben wir uns zufällig in Homer. Er lud mich zu seinem legendären Sunday-Pancake-Frühstück ein – einer Tradition, die er seit vielen Jahrzehnten jeden Sonntag pflegt. Aus einem Sonntag wurden viele. Zu gut waren die Pfannkuchen, zu wohlig die Wärme des Kamins und zu fesselnd seine Geschichten.

In dieser Episode von „von herzen gern“ erzählt Sepp mit viel Humor, Ehrlichkeit und Gelassenheit von seinem Leben in der Wildnis:

Natürlich sprechen wir auch über Into the Wild – eine wahre Geschichte, die hier in Alaska ihren Ursprung hat. Sepp teilt seine ganz persönliche Sicht darauf, warum der junge Mann gestorben ist – und wie wichtig Erfahrung ist, wenn man sich wirklich auf so ein Leben einlässt.

Dieses Gespräch fühlt sich an wie ein Sonntagmorgen in Sepps Hütte: warm, ruhig, ehrlich.

Mach es dir gemütlich.

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In this episode of Von Herzen Gern, I sit down with Chris, an artist I met on the beaches of the Dominican Republic. While walking along the shore, I stumbled upon the beautiful circles he was drawing in the sand - circles he calls Misu Circles.

Behind these creations lies a moving story of love, loss, and transformation. Chris shares how his journey with grief, the passing of beloved cats, and the process of letting go led him to create art that lives fully in the present moment.

This conversation is about finding beauty in tragedy, connecting with nature, and discovering how creativity can help us heal. Join us by the ocean waves, where Chris brings his Misu Circles to life.

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Nikila - a traveler, scientist, and singer with Sri Lankan roots who grew up in Australia. Her path first led her into neuroscience and global health, searching for meaning and connection. But life surprised her with another calling: music.

Nikila shares how her passion for music came to her naturally, in ways she never expected. We talk about trusting the timing of life, the magic of the jungle that inspires her songs, and the beauty of letting things unfold with ease. And as something very special, you’ll also get to hear a song she created during our conversation.

Recorded under the branches of an ancient tree in Minca, this episode is an invitation to listen not only with your ears, but with your heart.

In this episode of Von Herzen Gern, I talk with Gerald, who follows his heart and created the very first butterfly house on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. With deep love and dedication, he shares his passion for butterflies, the magic of transformation, and the joy of bringing this dream to life on the 500th anniversary of Santa Marta.

In this very special episode, I sit down with Jenny - a woman whose life journey began in Colombia, took her to Belgium where she spent many years, and eventually brought her back to Colombia, to what the Natives call the heart of the world.

Jenny once worked at the European Commission in Brussels, but chose to leave that path behind in order to follow her heart. On this journey she discovered her true gift: to be a bridge-builder. The Natives describe themselves as the Elder Brothers and see us as the Younger Brothers. Jenny builds bridges between these two worlds, creating understanding, connection, and vision.

For me, this conversation was deeply moving. Sitting by the river, with the sound of a heartbeat in the background, we spoke about the meaning of the heart of the world, the guidance Jenny has received, and the vision she carries for the future.

This episode is an invitation to listen with your heart and to be inspired by Jenny’s courage, wisdom, and warmth.

In this episode of Von Herzen gern, I share a very special conversation with my dear friend Mikel. We met in Minca at a Spanish school, and during the month we spent together, he grew so close to me that he now feels like a brother.

Mikel is one of those people whose presence enriches you. His passions - for finances, for true freedom, and yes, even for avocados - are contagious. He has even built his own financial app, a project that comes straight from the heart rather than from business plans or marketing.

What I love most is how gently he speaks about money - a topic that can feel heavy or scary for many of us. With Mikel, it suddenly feels lighter, kinder, and even inspiring. And when he talks about avocados… well, you’ll never look at them the same way again.

So join us on the veranda of our Spanish school in Minca, surrounded by green hills and birdsong, and step with me into Mikel’s world.

In this episode of Von Herzen gern, I take you to Minca, a small town in the Colombian mountains, where I met Yader. His heart-mission is to keep the wisdom of older generations alive - through art, nature, and community.

We talk about the importance of ancestral knowledge and why it is the foundation for our future. Yader shares how he runs his business with heart and purpose, supporting indigenous communities, women, and single mothers, while celebrating culture and tradition.

Join us for a warm and inspiring conversation, recorded in a colorful little bar just a few houses away from his shop - with a touch of surprise heartwarming company.

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In this episode of Von Herzen gern, I talk with Sergio from Bogotá, who now lives in the jungle of Minca, Colombia. His passion is electronics - especially building his own synthesizers and creating unique sounds, sometimes even from recycled materials.

Our conversation was inspiring, fun, and full of surprises. After the interview, Sergio showed me even more of his work, and together we played two live sets in a hostel that turned into a little party. Through him, I even discovered a new passion for myself and felt deeply encouraged to explore the world of technology in a playful way.

In this episode, Sergio shares how he found his passion, how he empowers kids in this field, and gives us a look at his self-made synthesizers. At the end, we even create a live set together - blending his digital beats with analog sounds - straight from his little electronic castle in the Colombian jungle.

✨ A special journey of creativity, courage, and joy - with a rooster crowing in the background.

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