Beholden
Beholden
Podcast Description
Beholden is a podcast in which an amalgam of folks discuss their lives – their dreams, hopes, challenges. Listening to one another with attention and curiosity can disarm aggression and othering by helping us remember: We have a shared humanity, we are entangled with one another. We are beholden.
This podcast is hosted by Ignite Well-being (https://ignitewell-being.com/), located in the western suburbs of Chicago, IL.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes of shared humanity, vulnerability, and personal connection, with episodes focusing on topics such as disability advocacy, the LGBTQ+ experience, and the importance of kindness in the community. Examples include discussions with guests like Allaina, who talks about the intersections of disability and activism, and Beverly, who shares her journey as a trans individual and business owner.
Beholden is a podcast in which an amalgam of folks discuss their lives – their dreams, hopes, challenges. Listening to one another with attention and curiosity can disarm aggression and othering by helping us remember: We have a shared humanity, we are entangled with one another. We are beholden.
This podcast is hosted by Ignite Well-being (https://ignitewell-being.com/), located in the western suburbs of Chicago, IL.
Content Warning: discussion of suicide.
Andy Weiss’ son died by suicide in 2012. He is a Jewish elder and activist working to prevent suicide and support suicide survivors.; he currently assists as a TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) mentor and care group facilitator. Andy discusses what he has learned from his grief as a suicide survivor as well as how to support suicide survivors. Andy also explores meaning, aging, and marginalization, while reminding us all that love is the answer.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, there are groups that can help, including the Trevor Project, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, American Association of Suicidology, Suicide Prevention Services America , and/or the 988 mental health line.
To read the letter by Ram Dass, referenced by Andy, see https://www.ramdass.org/a-letter-to-rachel/
For transcripts of this show, please email [email protected] with ‘Transcripts’ in the subject line.
*Please note that the opinions and experiences of those interviewed in this podcast are not necessarily the opinions and experiences of the interviewer. One of the intents of this podcast is to interview a variety of people with a variety of experiences and opinions.*
If you are interested in participating in a future podcast, which involves thoughtful, caring, and connecting conversations to encourage proximity and a sense of interconnection, please email [email protected] with ‘Participate’ in the subject line
To learn more about Ignite Well-being, in the suburbs of Chicago, and/or the host, Allison, please see their website, Patreon, or <a href=”https://” rel=”noopener noreferrer” target=”_blank”>Substack page. Deepest bow to the paid supporters on Patreon, who make this work more financially sustainable.
Thank you to Pixabay and SergePavkinMusic for the song used in the podcast.
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