Hosted by Ben Johnson · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 42 episodes
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A podcast to challenge your assumptions and inspire you with ideas from the periphery, the margins.We live in times of unprecedented change. The systems - financial, social, ecological, environmental - on which we depend are stretched to breaking point. Professional, personal and organisational ‘norms’ increasingly less normal.We are in transition. The ideas to shape tomorrow exist today at the margins. What might we learn from ancient wisdom, eastern philosophy or indigenous thinking? Or DeGrowth and other radical social and political movements? Peripheral Thinking is a podcast which investigates these ideas, so you can carry them back to the mainstream.
Ben Johnson hosts Peripheral Thinking, a business show with 42 episodes published.
When your current lifestyle is unsustainable, it’s time to make a change instead of waiting for circumstances to force your hand. The gradual build-up of stress, fatigue, and health issues from a demanding career can lea
True leadership comes not from domination and control, but from attunement to natural rhythms, deep respect for interconnectedness, and embracing a more humble, spacious approach to guiding ourselves and others. In this
That feeling of being in the zone is a measurable neurochemical state of consciousness where we feel and perform our best. This optimal state – flow state, as it’s called – isn't limited to hobbies and sport, but can be
Embracing cycles of rest is essential for our own ability to grow and create. Rather than continuously striving, reaching for the next thing and going ever faster, we need to pause and recharge, acknowledging that rest i
Growing as a person – and as a leader – often involves a metamorphosis, where one moves from an egocentric, achievement-focused mindset to a more holistic, purpose-driven approach to life and work. This shift can occur a
Embracing different perspectives and understanding the long-term impacts of our actions, particularly in terms of cultural shifts and societal evolution, can give us valuable insights to navigate our present and future m
Where do new ideas come from? Your mind regenerates from the outside in, teased to life by artists, innovators, agitators playing on the margins. Their work inspires yours. This is the spark, the stuff of new ideas. As w
There’s a way of seeing personal growth and transformation as a cycle of rupture, descent, emergence, and return – an inward journey that challenges us to confront our own demons, integrate different aspects of ourselves
Bringing movement into our daily routines is beneficial not only for our physical health, but our mental and emotional wellbeing too. Consciously integrating activity into our lifestyles helps us counteract the sedentary
Embracing discomfort and experiencing emotions to the fullest can give us the guidance needed to navigate positive life changes, even in difficult circumstances. But sometimes those emotions are too difficult or too star
Our willingness to embrace and make space for all aspects of ourselves, both the good and the bad, can lead to greater peace and contentment in our lives. By practicing gratitude and mindfulness, we can shift our mindset
Society is facing a crisis of masculinity, which is leading to harmful behaviour and violence towards women. Many cultures understand the need to initiate boys to men. We, in the west, have lost that understanding, that
Exchanging ideas too early and too often hinders innovation, but promoting absurdity in the workplace can lead to new and creative solutions. The workplace shouldn’t simply be a task-focused environment, but a place to n
Life can take unexpected turns, inviting us to reevaluate our priorities and make difficult decisions. When that happens, it’s up to us to listen to our inner voice, and take up the challenge of living a life in alignmen
Embracing creativity and storytelling can help us navigate through uncertain times and find hope and connection. Through writing and sharing our thoughts and experiences, we can unlock new perspectives, gain a better und
Humans have the opportunity to imagine a better future and weave new stories into our culture. By embracing the uncertainty and ambiguity inherent in life, we can start the journey towards a world we’re proud to leave fo
Leaders who embody the qualities of availability, presence, and wisdom can create a culture of trust and empowerment within their organisations. When we prioritise personal responsibility and community, we foster a sense
If we’re going to imagine an alternative to capitalism, we need to create spaces for ideation, thinking, and researching. We must cultivate reciprocity with people we trust, and experiment with different models of regene
Economic growth can be responsible and in service of giving, rather than pure extraction and consumption. In this final part of Ben’s conversation with James William Harrup, they explore the idea of “decent work”, what t
Pre-made mashed potato and out-of-season avocados won’t last forever. In this second part of Ben’s conversation with James William Harrup, we explore how a drive for perpetual growth and boundless consumption could be li
Ben
CTO and Lead Product · Acter
1 appearance on this show
Dave Murphy
Retired President & CEO · Redwing Shoe Company Inc.
1 appearance on this show
Dougald Hine
1 appearance on this show
Tyson Yunkaporta
Academic, Author, Indigenous thinker · Apalech clan (Wik) Lostmob Nungar
1 appearance on this show
Cecily Mak
1 appearance on this show
Haemin Sunim
Zen Monk & Bestselling Author · School of Broken Hearts
1 appearance on this show
Ray Martin
entrepreneur and award-winning business leader, coach, mentor, facilitator, speaker, writer, and mindfulness teacher
1 appearance on this show
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Peripheral Thinking is hosted by Ben Johnson. The show is categorised under business (society) and has published 42 episodes.
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