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
Jan 14, 2025
Jan 14, 2025
1hr 37 min
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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SAEKO KITAMAE LINKS:
Listen to and watch Saeko Kitamae on YouTube
Listen to Saeko Kitamae’s latest album on Spotify
Listen to Saeko Kitamae on Apple Music
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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Jan 7, 2025
Jan 7, 2025
2hr 30 min
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.
Dec 31, 2024
Dec 31, 2024
2hr 38 min
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:
Click here to come on the podcast, share feedback, ask a question, or reach out for any other reason.
This episode has been co-produced by Kate van Leeuwen.
Dec 17, 2024
Dec 17, 2024
2hr 31 min
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.
CONTACT LINKS:
If you'd like to be on a future episode: https://t.ly/qoasL
PODCAST LINKS:
Podcast Website: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4lLpEXA
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42kcOYy
YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv56NTjNAeK7cUVamIPioSCsr06-vSGG
RSS: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/feed.xml
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Dec 10, 2024
Dec 10, 2024
1hr 55 min
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.
CONTACT LINKS:
If you'd like to be on a future episode: https://t.ly/qoasL
EPISODE LINKS:
Enrico's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@real_Xenophilia
PODCAST LINKS:
Podcast Website: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4lLpEXA
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42kcOYy
YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv56NTjNAeK7cUVamIPioSCsr06-vSGG
RSS: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/feed.xml
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Dec 3, 2024
Dec 3, 2024
2hr 44 min
Kendall Schumann is a young man from Michigan in the Upper Midwest region of the United States. We explore his background, the Dawkins meme theory, the significance of truth, beauty, and goodness, as well as health, nutrition, and many other topics.
Thank you for listening.
CONTACT LINKS:
If you'd like to be on a future episode: https://t.ly/qoasL
EPISODE LINKS:
Kendall's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kendallschumann2413
Kendall's 'Sample of Me' Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wzcb2bNeay0
PODCAST LINKS:
Podcast Website: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4lLpEXA
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42kcOYy
YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv56NTjNAeK7cUVamIPioSCsr06-vSGG
RSS: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/feed.xml
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Nov 26, 2024
Nov 26, 2024
1hr 56 min
Jean Doré is a young French osteopath, social entrepreneur, and recent convert to Christianity. His journey from a secular upbringing to a faith-centered life reflects a profound transformation driven by a search for meaning, healing, and purpose.
CONTACT LINKS:
If you'd like to be on a future episode: https://t.ly/qoasL
PODCAST LINKS:
Podcast Website: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4lLpEXA
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42kcOYy
YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv56NTjNAeK7cUVamIPioSCsr06-vSGG
RSS: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/feed.xml
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Nov 19, 2024
Nov 19, 2024
1hr 53 min
Magnus Lomax Bjerke shares his journey of growing up on a sailing ship, his passion for adventure, and his dream of sailing around the world. We explore the art of language learning, his experiences in China, and the transformative power of improv theater - all with plenty of humor along the way. Thank you for listening.
CONTACT LINKS:
If you'd like to be on a future episode: https://t.ly/qoasL
EPISODE LINKS:
Magnus' YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCgGWP6xOoJNQgn4-YrwCL_w
Magnus' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magnuslomax/
Magnus' Substack: https://magnuslomax.substack.com/
PODCAST LINKS:
Podcast Website: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4lLpEXA
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42kcOYy
YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv56NTjNAeK7cUVamIPioSCsr06-vSGG
RSS: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/feed.xml
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Nov 12, 2024
Nov 12, 2024
2hr 44 min
Wyatt Chabeniuk is a 25-year old thinker who talks about his personal journey, from his early challenges with bullying to his path of philosophical exploration.
This episode offers a reflective look into how Wyatt confronts inner fears, interprets dreams, and navigates the search for meaning in a modern world.
Thank you for listening.
CONTACT LINKS:
If you'd like to be on a future episode: https://t.ly/qoasL
PODCAST LINKS:
Podcast Website: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4lLpEXA
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42kcOYy
YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv56NTjNAeK7cUVamIPioSCsr06-vSGG
RSS: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/feed.xml
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Nov 5, 2024
Nov 5, 2024
1hr 41 min
Faizan Ali is an entrepreneur with a diverse background spanning IT, music, hospitality, sports, and media. In this episode, Faizan shares his journey from starting an IT company in Malaysia to co-owning multiple restaurants and launching a recording studio.
In this episode, we explore the role Faizan’s family has played in supporting his ventures and discuss his approach to building a business portfolio. Faizan opens up about his process for evaluating new opportunities, the importance of trust and transparency in partnerships, and his love for mentoring young professionals as they discover their own path.
Throughout the conversation, Faizan reflects on the lessons he’s learned from failure and success, offering insights into building a life of meaning and growth in the entrepreneurial world.
Thank you for listening.
CONTACT LINKS:
If you'd like to be on a future episode: https://t.ly/qoasL
EPISODE LINKS:
Faizan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faizan-ali-5475a940/
PODCAST LINKS:
Podcast Website: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4lLpEXA
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42kcOYy
YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOv56NTjNAeK7cUVamIPioSCsr06-vSGG
RSS: https://podcast.jeffreyvanleeuwen.com/feed.xml
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