The Jeffrey van Leeuwen Podcast aims to engage in thoughtful conversations, exploring diverse topics and speaking with people who have unique stories to tell and valuable knowledge to share across various fields.
Episodes
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
In this episode, Jeffrey and psychoanalyst Adam Ayala delve into the intricate dynamics of empathy and emotional presence, drawing insights from John Madonna’s work and tactical empathy techniques. They explore the fine lines between sympathy, empathy, and pity, while unpacking complex concepts like transference and soul murder.
The conversation offers practical and thought-provoking guidance on navigating the promise and peril of empathy in both personal and professional contexts.
Thank you for listening.
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OUTLINE:
00:00 Introduction
02:40 Emotional Presence & Empathy
13:59 Sympathy vs. Empathy
31:17 Misguided Empathy & Soul Murder
45:16 Balancing Assumptions & Inquiry
01:18:47 Philosophy in Psychoanalytic Training
01:28:31 Genuine Empathy vs. Manipulation
01:46:24 Suffering Well
01:50:03 Modern Perspectives on Freud & Jung
02:03:18 Final Thoughts & Outro
CONTACT LINKS:
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This episode has been co-produced by Kate van Leeuwen.
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
In this episode, Wyatt Chabeniuk and I explore the profound connections between alchemy, Jungian psychology, and personal transformation, discussing how the process of individuation mirrors the alchemical journey from base metals to gold. We dive into themes of sin, virtue, transmutation, and balancing the masculine and feminine within ourselves to achieve wholeness and purpose. Through rich metaphors, ancient wisdom, and modern insights, we uncover how understanding the unconscious can guide us toward becoming the highest versions of ourselves.
Thank you for listening.
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This episode has been co-produced by Kate van Leeuwen.
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
In this episode of Reflections, we delve into the skill of empathy, the ability to share and understand the feelings of another person. Jeffrey breaks down powerful communication techniques to help you connect more deeply and communicate more effectively.
Thank you for listening.
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Never Split The Difference: https://amzn.to/4hFEgom
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Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Nic is a young and ambitious entrepreneur who shares his plans to break into the movie industry and build a top-tier team. In our conversation, he discusses his journey from marketing to filmmaking.
Thank you for listening.
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OUTLINE:
00:00 Intro
02:10 Public Speaking & Storytelling
15:28 Innovation Stagnating
34:44 Growing a Movie Business
48:07 Connection between Great People & Business
57:31 Inspiration for Starting Podcast
01:04:38 The Pursuit of Passion
01:17:03 Finding Balance in Relationships
01:31:40 What Do You Value Most
01:35:28 Conspiracy Theories
01:45:44 Final Thoughts & Outro
CONTACT LINKS:
To come on the podcast, share feedback, ask a question, or reach out for any reason, visit: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/p/contact/
This episode has been co-produced by Kate van Leeuwen.
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
In this episode, we delve into the recent bans at Peterson Academy from the perspective of expelled students Frankie and Dusty.
The Peterson Academy is an online academic platform co-founded by Canadian psychologist and author Dr. Jordan B. Peterson and his daughter, Mikhaila Fuller (previously Peterson), who has the role of CEO of Peterson Academy. In our conversation, we discuss what led Frankie and Dusty to Peterson Academy, what their early impressions were, how tensions started to rise, and how that eventually led to the expulsion of many students, and the growing fear of speaking out for some who stayed behind.
Join us for an open, honest conversation about the Peterson Academy, the decisions its leadership made, and what the impact on the community was.
Thank you for listening.
UPDATE:
A few hours after this podcast episode was published, I was also banned. So while watching this episode, you’ll hear me say that I still remain, but it is good to know that this is now no longer the case.
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OUTLINE:
00:00 Intro
02:44 Path to Peterson Academy
12:38 Early Excitement
34:07 Peterson Academy Social Environment
01:18:20 Change in Atmosphere
01:33:57 Rising Tensions & Asking Questions
02:07:04 The Meme
02:15:24 Mikhaila’s Reaction
02:16:55 Community’s Reaction to Mikhaila
02:48:34 The Bans
02:59:45 Core of The Problem
03:13:11 What Could Have Been Done Better
03:23:06 Message to Peterson Academy
03:26:46 The Letter to Dr. Jordan B. Peterson
03:34:06 Reason for Telling Story
03:44:38 Final Thoughts & Outro
CONTACT LINKS:
To come on the podcast, share feedback, ask a question, or reach out for any reason, visit: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/p/contact/
This episode has been co-produced by Kate van Leeuwen.
Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
This is my conversation with Saeko Kitamae. She is a heavy metal artist from Osaka who has shattered cultural barriers and went to the international stage. We talk about her dream as a teenager, the journey that followed, the challenges she faced, and how she found freedom through her passion for heavy metal.
Thank you for listening.
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OUTLINE:
0:00 Intro
1:49 Growing Up in Osaka
17:19 Discovering Heavy Metal
56:17 Hospitalization and Recovery
01:20:37 Moving to Europe
01:32:57 Final Thoughts & Outro
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Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Max Peck is a Marine Corps veteran who served in many places in the world, including Afghanistan. In this episode, Max walks us through his childhood adventures and how that led him to join the military. He talks about his journey through boot camp, going on his first deployment, and eventually getting deployed to Afghanistan. In the last section of the conversation, we discuss stoicism.
Thank you for listening.
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OUTLINE:
0:00 Intro
2:43 Childhood Adventures
12:41 Family Dynamics & Fatherhood
34:47 High School & 9/11
46:50 Joining The Marines
57:22 Boot Camp
01:16:31 Security Forces
01:31:33 Afghanistan
02:02:57 Transitioning Back to Civilian Life
02:06:55 Stoicism
02:30:54 Closing Thoughts & Outro
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This episode has been co-produced by Kate van Leeuwen.
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
Dusty reveals how she grew up in a chaotic environment - with violence, witchcraft, and even mafia ties - and went through it strengthened by faith, choice, and forgiveness. She also shares her views on creativity, artificial intelligence, trauma culture, and government overreach, weaving humor and hope throughout.
Thank you for listening.
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OUTLINE:
00:00 Introduction
01:49 Family Context
12:47 Mother’s Sadism, Mafia Ties, & Witchcraft
25:22 Childhood Trauma, Fear, & Self-Reliance
42:33 Encountering Faith
53:43 Rejecting ‘Trauma Culture’
01:18:56 Creative Inspiration & Elon Musk
01:28:37 Art & Artificial Intelligence
01:59:05 Government Overreach & Living in Canada
02:34:04 Dusty on Telling Her Story
02:36:35 Final Thoughts & Outro
CONTACT LINKS:
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This episode has been co-produced by Kate van Leeuwen.
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Mitchell White is a nutrition enthusiast who overcame a rare genetic condition as a child. In this episode, he shares his personal story of growing up in an environment with severe limitations, including the challenges of growing up with a feeding tube and complex family dynamics. This leads us to other topics as well, like therapy and nutrition.
Thank you for listening.
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Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Enrico Andreska is an artist, traveler, and humanist who sees the world as a canvas for connection and exploration. Our conversation takes us through Enrico’s journeys across the world, his deep love for travel, and his perspective on embracing the unexpected in life. We also discuss each of our podcasts and the visions we have for them.
Thank you for listening.
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Enrico's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@real_Xenophilia
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