Mastering Shodo Through the Brush Strokes of 10 Japanese Words with Rie Takeda
On episode 50 of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Rie Takeda on her recently published book about shodo and how people can practise the art of shodo with the use of 10 fascinating Japanese words. ...
20 Dec 20221h 17min
The Beneficial Effects of Japanese Psychology on our Well-being with Carly Taylor
On episode 49 of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Carly Taylor about the positive results of applying Japanese psychology in our lives. Carly Taylor is trained and experienced in Acceptance Commi...
2 Dec 202256min
Naikan and its relation to the cultivation of ikigai with Dr. Clark Chilson
On episode 48 of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Dr. Clark Chilson about naikan and how it can help people develop their ikigai. Do you contemplate the good things that happen in your life? So...
17 Nov 20221h 6min
The Impact of Rolefulness on Ikigai with Professor Daiki Kato
Is rolefulness essential to ikigai? Although we might not be aware of it, our roles may impact our well-being. We may have many roles in our lives, each with its own significance and impact – on peopl...
27 Okt 20221h 4min
Lessons from the Samurai with Steve Beauchamp
On episode 46 of The Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Steve Beauchamp about how people can integrate Bushido into their lives. When we hear the term Bushido, we imagine the Japanese samurai and think...
19 Sep 20221h 19min
IKIGAI-KAN: Feel a life worth living
On episode 45 of The Ikigai Podcast, guest host Dr. Caitlin Kight speaks with Nick Kemp about his recently published book Ikigai-kan. After years of living in Japan and having a meaningful connection...
30 Aug 202256min
The social need of ikigai in a neo-liberal capitalist society
On episode 44 of The Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks with Ted Bonnah about the social need for ikigai in today’s society. Japan is filled with crafts that play an important part in their culture. Hence, ...
23 Aug 202254min
Kotodama: the purity of the Japanese language
On episode 43 of The Ikigai Podcast, Nick and Naoko Hosokawa explore the concept of kotodama and how the Japanese people apply this concept in modern times. Japan is known for its rich culture. Amid...
12 Aug 202256min
