Rich Conversations

Aeden Murray is a Software Engineer from Boise, Idaho. Since the pandemic, Boise has seen rapid growth. How has it changed? Aeden grew up there. We talk the city and region and what he’s observed. We also discuss the internet and he breaks down how it actually works. Very insightful. It was awesome to pick his brain about technology! You can follow him on Instagram @aedenmurray

Elizabeth Walsh is an artist from Salt Lake City. Her paintings are beautiful! She uses nature especially as inspiration. Elizabeth also shares her experience living Salt Lake City and Utah, hikes and the environment around her, and her creative process and artistic inspiration.  Links to learn more about Elizabeth: Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ElizabethWa... Website: https://www.elizabeth...

Kwame Asante joins the show. He shares the culture of Accra, Ghana with us. Why is December the most fun time to visit the country? What is the sound and music of Ghana? What is the relationship to Nigeria like? You can follow Kwame on Instagram @mr_asante  With the rest of your day, do something or hang out with people that make you feel alive and cheerful.

Joe Anhalt returns for the fourth time on the show! We recorded inside his lovely Brooklyn apartment. We discussed my recent visit to New York and spending more time in Brooklyn this trip. We talk about the city and its culture, as well as design both literally and metaphorically. Joe's Previous Appearances: Ep. 100: Brooklyn, Cultural Trends, and Using Technology Better Ep. 53: Becoming a New Yor...

New York has many attractions, but what about its thrift stores? Rich explored the thrift store scene in Brooklyn and Manhattan, returning home with a much heavier suitcase filled with treasures. Books including Mark Twain, Muhammad Ali, Elon Musk, Zero, Michelle Obama, Rise and Fall of Great Powers, Girl with a Pearl Earring, Brave New World, Soul of Kindness, Things Fall Apart, Krishnavatara IV,...

How do we create stronger physical and digital communities in the future?  Episodes focus on the importance of reflection and living with intention. We're going to explore the world through local, national, and international conversations with thoughtful individuals.

In Greenwich Village, Rich sits on a bench and recaps his New York trip.

Urban exploration photographer Chris Hall joins the show. We talk Baltimore and what the area is like, how he got into photography, and his creative process. He takes incredible photos of abandoned spaces. But why abandoned buildings? What’re his favorite kinds of places? What sticks out most?  Follow him on Instagram @hallchris

Rich shares his first day back in New York since February 2020. He visits his friend, Joe Anhalt, in Brooklyn.

Rich discusses how to apply lessons from Sacred Hoops to life. By training our mind and being present, we will objectively experience the world and be able to take action according to it rather than from our own misguided perceptions originating from our ego.

Can a farm exist within a city? Urban farmer Alex Pate joins the podcast. We recorded at one of the three City Farm Chicago locations. He showed us around and shared his experience and knowledge with us about running an urban farm. We talk science, agriculture, community, sustainability, and much more! You can watch the video on our YouTube channel to see the farm yourself! You can follow Alex on...

Rich visits the Field Museum to relax for a bit. He reflects on how learning about natural history and other broad interests have helped him improve his quality of life. He discusses viewing businesses as ecosystems, especially after reading Jack Ma's biography (Founder of Alibaba).

In our lifetimes, digital files are and will continue to be a huge component. While we strive for peace of mind in our physical world, we should aim to create the same environment digitally. Before Rich travels to New York next week, he's taken on a project of backing up digital files and making more space to create on his computer.

Zol Jargal joins the podcast from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Rich and Zol talk about Mongolian history, unique culture of nomadic people, and what life is like in the country. Zol is a tour guide and shares her her life experience. You can follow her on Instagram @zol_adventures

Rich reflects on the past weekend creating a short film on the farm with Bonelang. The crescendo was a massive bonfire after shooting scenes in the corn fields, silos, and barn. What an experience.

Rich reads chapter 7 of Sacred Hoops by Phil Jackson. Being Aware is More Important than Being Smart. This recording focuses on Jackson teaching mindfulness and meditation to the Chicago Bulls. On Sunday we honor the Sabbath by reading a chapter of Sacred Hoops. Subheadings in the chapter: Venturing Into the Here and Now Visualization Intimacy with All Things Engaging the Mind, Harnessing the Spir...

New Delhi native, Shikhambri, shares her experience of moving to Osaka, Japan and living life as an artist. She describes what she's learned about Japanese culture and discusses her creative process painting. Shikhambri tells Rich what her recent gallery exhibition was like.

Rich shares his upcoming trip up to Wisconsin to shoot a short film with music duo, Bonelang. He reflects on recent international conversations and how they've expanded his perspective. Rich also shares what he's excited about coming up: a trip to New York. What're you excited about in your life?

Rich reads chapter 6 of Sacred Hoops by Phil Jackson. The Eye of Basketball. This recording focuses on Jackson weaving Lakota Native American beliefs into his vision for the Chicago Bulls. On Sunday we honor the Sabbath by reading a chapter of Sacred Hoops. Subheadings in the chapter: The Eagle's View Fish Don't Fly Building Consensus Empowering the Team Celluloid Dreams The Way of the Warrior The...

Self-taught data scientist Vlad Yashin joins us from Hamburg, Germany. Lately, I’m curious about how we use data in the Information Age we live in. What is data? Can anything be data? And how can we use it to make better decisions in the future for ourselves and the public good? We talk about a number of subjects, including Hamburg, data science, and travel. You can follow him on Instagram @vladya...

Rich shares the importance of having peace of mind. Identifying the source of anxiety and addressing it in a proactive manner. Rich discusses his new way of organizing books and how he treated himself to something special.

Sindre Kristiansen joins the show from Oslo, Norway. He shares insights about the people and the culture of the European country. Sindre explores his curiosity through photography and studying psychology. Our communities can be stronger with more empathy and compassion.

Rich travels down to the neighborhood of Bridgeport in South Side Chicago to pick up a lent book. "Awareness" by Anthony DeMello. It's about Love and Fear in the world. Rich shares thoughts on having expectations of others (especially when lending books).

Rich visits the Field Museum and, in the Sue Ling Gin Garden, reflects on the ability to find loose threads in life to live better. He provides the example a podcast guest mentioning the classical artist, Bach, and diving into their work.

Rich reads chapter 5 of Sacred Hoops by Phil Jackson. Selflessness in Action. This recording focuses on Jackson's experience as an assistant coach of the Chicago Bulls. The staff's biggest problem to solve: How can we open the offense so that more teammates are involved rather than stand around awestruck by Michael Jordan's supreme gifts? Every Sunday we honor the Sabbath by reading a chapter of S...