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What does life as a professional opera singer really look like? In this episode, I sit down with soprano Nicole Wacker to talk about the realities of building a career in opera—from years of training and intense rehearsals to performing on stage and navigating the unique challenges of the classical music world. https://www.nicolewacker.com https://www.instagram.com/nicolewackerr/ Send us Fan Mail...

Annabel Personeni was a rising track star on the verge of an Ivy League scholarship at Princeton. But at just 21 years old, a diagnosis of severe hip dysplasia brought her athletic world to a crashing halt. Faced with an identity crisis and a doctor's order to "stay calm," Annabel chose the opposite: she chose adventure. In this episode, we explore her transition from obsessive trai...

What happens when a scientist picks up a camera to tell the story of wolves? In this episode, I sit down with Samer Angelone, a scientist-turned-filmmaker, to explore his powerful documentary Lupi Nostri. This documentary offers a rare, intimate look at wolves — and the deep human conflict surrounding their return. Samer shares what it was like to spend months in the mountains, getting closer to w...

Stop letting stage fright hold back your career 🎤 In this episode, we sit down with Magda Kern, one of the world's top public speaking coaches, to break down the psychology of public speaking anxiety and how you can master your nerves. Whether you are preparing for a high-stakes keynote, a corporate board meeting, or a virtual team sync, these professional communication techniques will help...

Can a relationship actually survive 6 years of long distance across different countries? In this episode, I’m joined by my husband, Patrick, to share the honest reality of our journey from the ballet studios of Switzerland to the shores of Estonia. From the "gut-punch" moment of packing a life into two suitcases to navigating a year of closed borders during a global pandemic, we’re shari...

Discover the incredible, life-changing connection between humans and horses with Shayenne Spiess, founder of Unicorn-Trainer Coaching. In this interview, Shayenne shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming a severe childhood stutter—a problem that instantly disappeared when she was with horses. Learn how this powerful experience led her to dedicate her life to Equine Assisted Coaching, helpi...

What drives a young innovator to build, learn, and inspire all at once? In this episode, we sit down with Anirudhh Ramesh — a 23-year-old builder, coder, and organizer studying at ETH Zurich — who has already worked with OpenAI, AWS, and Apple, while creating communities that bring ambitious minds together. From growing up in Brussels to coding GPT models from scratch and launching hackathons that...

In this episode, we chat with Lorenzo Graziotto, a doctoral student in quantum physics at ETH Zurich. Lorenzo pulls back the curtain on his work, revealing the daily life of an experimental physicist. He shares his fascinating journey from a curious high school student in Italy to a researcher at a leading university, driven by a passion for understanding how the world works. Send us Fan Mail Supp...

Hear an exhilarating conversation with Matthias Fernandez as he prepares to conquer the World's Toughest Row. This isn't just any challenge – it's an unsupported 4800km journey across the Atlantic Ocean, aiming to break the world record. In this in-depth podcast, Matthias reveals the raw truth behind preparing for such an extreme adventure. You'll learn all about the immense ph...

Dive into the fascinating world of live theatre with actor Florian Voigt! In this captivating interview, Florian shares his controversial stance on method acting and the very idea of "character," arguing for authenticity in acting and the power of the moment on stage. Learn about his unique acting journey from physical theatre to spoken word theatre, the nerve-wracking audition process,...

Step into the captivating world of dance with Phoebe Jewitt, an acclaimed dancer and award-winning choreographer, and the artistic director of PITT Company! In this insightful episode, Phoebe shares her incredible journey, from her early days dancing on a freezer to becoming a celebrated artist whose work resonates with international audiences. Phoebe reveals how movement became her powerful mediu...

What if the key to healing your mind and body was as simple as dancing? In this episode, neuroscientist and dancer Dr. Hanna Poikonen shares how movement and music can reshape the brain, elevate mental health, and even aid recovery from serious conditions like stroke and chronic fatigue. 🎶💃 Hanna blends cutting-edge neuroscience with her personal journey and scientific research to introduce Wise...

Flurina Rigling's story will move you. 🌟  Six-time world champion & Paralympic medalist, but her journey is far deeper than medals. Flurina, born with a condition affecting her hands and feet, reveals how para-cycling transformed her life, not just her athletic career.🚴‍♀️  Hear how she navigated a world where she felt neither "disabled" nor "typical," finding her pa...

When Anna Gracia Herbst first saw a video of people collecting plastic bottles in exchange for hot meals in Nicaragua, something fundamentally shifted for her. After years of feeling paralyzed by global problems displayed in media—wars, climate crisis, extreme poverty—she suddenly found a concrete way to contribute. "I was like, okay, this is something I can do," she recalls, marking the...

Pollution isn’t just something happening “out there”—it’s in your water, your food, and even your blood. From PFAS "forever chemicals" to microplastics, these toxic contaminants have infiltrated every aspect of modern life. But what if the solution already exists in nature? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Estelle Clerc, founder of CellX Biosolutions, to explore her groundbreaking ap...

A captivating conversation with Alexander Jones unfolds as he shares his transformative journey from a reluctant ballet student to a principal dancer. We explore the trials of rigorous training, the emotional complexities dancers face, and the importance of resilience in pursuit of one’s passion.  • From early reluctance in ballet to passionate involvement  • The pressure of rigorous training in p...

Have you ever questioned the real meaning of success? Join me, Nicole, as I sit down with extraordinary guests whose journeys defy the conventional narrative. We often swipe and scroll through life, missing the profound stories unfolding right before our eyes. Listen in as my guests share their unique paths, revealing personal insights and the resilience that propelled them to incredible destinati...