Watts Involved

In this episode of Watts Involved, we dive into the incredible life of a former Navy man turned writer and war correspondent. Our guest has done everything from predicting army mutinies in Nigeria to running a successful ferry service between Britain and France. We'll hear about his adventures travelling through Africa. He'll share his insights into the conflicts in Africa and the Middle East, including the recent unrest caused by insurgents in northern Mozambique. Join us as we explore this remarkable journey and the experiences that shaped this extraordinary man."

In this episode of Watts Involved, our host invites special guest Angela Santi, a Dolce Vita leadership expert and lifestyle designer, to discuss the Dolce Vita lifestyle and leadership. They discuss the origins of La Dolcevita, highlighting how important it is to work smarter, be focused, and bring joy while taking adequate breaks to enjoy life. Our host and guest discuss the importance of the alternating activity and inactivity concept and how it relates to productivity. Angela Santi shares her experience living the Dolce Vita lifestyle after her family's business collapsed unexpectedly, leading her to think about her values and who she wanted to be. The Compound Effect is also mentioned, creating small daily habits that accumulate and yield significant positive or negative results. The Dolce Vita methodology consists of four pillars that serve as the foundations in balance with each other and in service of one's mission for life and business. Overall, this podcast episode provides valuable insights into balancing and fulfilling lifestyles that can significantly impact professional and personal growth.

On this episode of Watts Involved, we talk about the importance of early childhood education and how organizations like The Unlimited Child are working to provide access and quality education to children in South Africa. Our guest today shares their experience working on an education show with Zibuza.net and the difficulties they faced due to lack of funding. We dive into the impact of early childhood education on a child's development and how The Unlimited Child provides tools, mentorship, and resources to ECD centres to create school-ready children. We also discuss the importance of partnerships with corporations and NGOs to improve funding for ECD centres in South Africa. Tune in to learn more about The Unlimited Child's unique cost model and how small donations can create a significant impact.

On this episode of Watts Involved, we delve into the world of satirical cartoons with the legendary cartoonist himself! We start by discussing his latest collection of cartoons, which serves as a diary of the events that have taken place from September 2020 to August 2021. He shares how the collection is part of a trilogy relating to COVID and how the cheerful and unmasked cover was intentionally designed to relieve the gloominess of things at the time. We then discuss his experience with a viral chest infection and how he compared the feeling to that of a small pony sitting on his chest. The conversation then shifts to the process of creating cartoons and the unique traits and personalities that the characters develop. He shares how he draws inspiration from newspapers and other comics, including the American political comic strip Doonesbury. The discussion then turns to using humour in cartoons and the conscious effort to avoid being in bad taste or disrespectful to victims of violence or HIV. We explore some of the errors that have been made in the past and the gentle humour tone that is used to wrap the satire in silliness. Finally, we explore the subject's journey as a cartoonist, from an early interest in doodling to studying graphic design and architecture before eventually becoming a full-time cartoonist. We also discuss the evolution of the Madam and Eve cartoon strip and the introduction of new characters, conflicts, and gaps between characters that give rise to the humour in the strip. This episode is a fascinating look into the world of cartoons and the creative process behind them.

In this episode of Watts Involved, we delve into ethical leadership with special guest Ian Buchan, author of "Hunting the Dragon: The Story Behind the World's Most Radical Leadership System." Buchan and I discuss why transparency and honesty are crucial for success and share inspirational stories of entrepreneurs who overcame challenges to build successful businesses. The conversation also touches on the importance of hope and creating a compelling future in business and in the community. The episode ends with discussing what sets successful leaders apart and how being a 'Dragon Hunter' can make all the difference."

In this episode of Watts Involved, we learn about the importance of adaptability and resilience during change and uncertainty. The speaker shares personal challenges faced during the pandemic, including being diagnosed with cancer and undergoing triple bypass surgery. Despite these obstacles, the speaker is now in good health and recognizes the need for organizations to become more adaptable or risk failing. Rich Alderton joins me as my special guest to discuss the idea of adaptability as a form of intelligence and provides tips for becoming more adaptable in the workplace. The episode also explores the neuroscience behind adaptability and the importance of overcoming fear and anxiety to embrace change. The speaker's journey towards adaptability is highlighted, as they went from making gummy bears to becoming a CEO and now dedicating their professional life to helping others become more adaptable. Don't miss this insightful episode on how to unleash your adaptability intelligence.

In this episode of Watts Involved, we dive into the unsettling world of Satanic rituals and cults in Krugersdorp, South Africa. We explore the story of a woman who claims to have married the devil and participates in disturbing rituals. At the same time, her children watch the Appointment Killings that shook the city and the disturbing manipulative tactics used by a woman named Cecilia to make a group of people commit murder based on Bible verses. Our expert speaker, a former detective in the police force, gives us insight into the challenges of investigating these crimes and the importance of the police in arresting and punishing the perpetrators. We also learn about the consequences of a lack of proper investigation and the devastating effects of being manipulated by pure evil individuals like Cecilia.

In this episode, I chat with Brian about his life and philosophy and how it can help you change your life.

Brian is a well-being leader and facilitator who has helped hundreds of people worldwide lead more balanced and meaningful lives. 

With a background in neuroscience and more than 15 years of experience teaching and practising yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and different healing modalities, Brian can synthesize modern scientific knowledge with ancient wisdom to help his clients get the results they desire. 

Well-versed in various techniques, including Tibetan Yoga, Reiki, crystal and sound healing, Family and Systemic Constellations, Del Arca technique, Buddhist philosophy and psychology, breathing techniques and mantras, Brian can draw on a wide range of tools to guide your transformation. 

Having taught hundreds of workshops worldwide, Brian has empowered people from all walks of life to realise their full potential and enable them to live a stress-free and meaningful life.

​Brian studied Tibetan Buddhism, Yoga, and meditation from the Tibetan Lama Tarthang Tulku's teachings at the Ratna Ling Retreat Centre for a two years deep immersion. 

Committed to conscious lifestyle practices, Brian also co-founded Conscious Action, a movement of people committed to living more intentionally, and You Being You, offering practical lifelong, well-being pathways for Heart connected conscious living.

In this episode, I chat with Nicki About her latest book.

It's time to shine!

Nicky Rowbotham’s Embrace Your Elegant Power will help you move from playing small to shining bright in your life in a way that works for you. It will shift your perspectives and create a sense of spaciousness and thoughtful simplicity within your life for a more aligned, authentic individual energy.

Full of powerful, personal and transformative stories and insights, Embrace Your Elegant Power is your level-up guide to celebrating your uniqueness and using easefulness as the frequency holder for your life.

The state of your body affects the state of your mind. To optimize cognitive ability, it is important to go back to basics and supplement foundational nutrition for your nervous system.