The Ikigai Podcast
Episodes
Morita Therapy with Dr. Holly Sugg
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 27 of the Ikigai Podcast, Dr. Holly Sugg, a Lecturer in Education and Research for the Academy of Nursing at the University of Exeter Medi...
Who is Your Ikigai?
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 26 of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick talks about how other people matter.While our work, hobbies, goals and personal dreams can be life-affirming...
A Japanese Perspective on Ikigai with Makoto Rexrode
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 25 of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick speaks to Makoto Rexrode to discuss what ikigai means from a Japanese perspective. The word Ikigai has beco...
The Japanese Way of Acceptance with Scott Haas
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 24 of the Ikigai Podcast, I interview Scott Haas, a writer and clinical psychologist and author of four books, including WHY BE HAPPY - The...
The Impact of AI and Human Enhancement on Ikigai With Dr. Soenke Ziesche
17 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 23 of the Ikigai Podcast I speak with Dr. Soenke Ziesche on the fascinating subject of the impact of AI and human enhancement of on ikigai....
Lack of Ikigai: Loneliness and Relational Meaning
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 22 of the ikigai podcast, I am speaking with Dr. Chikako Ozawa-de Silva on the subject of A Lack of Ikigai: Loneliness and Relational Meani...
Houkousei - Theorising the Temporal Aspect of Ikigai or Life Worth Living
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 21, I welcome back expert in leisure behavior science, Assistant Professor of Alberta University, Shintaro Kono.This is part 3 of a 3 part ...
Dr. Iza Kavedzija on Happiness and Ikigai - Insights From Ageing Japan
09 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 20 of the Ikgai Podcast, Dr. Iza Kavedžija shares her insights on happiness and Ikigai from the perspective of the elderly in Japan.Having...
Kokorozashi: A Personal Mission That Benefits Society
26 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 19 of the Ikigai Podcast, I discuss kokorozashi with the Dean of the Graduate School of Management at GLOBIS University, Tomoya Nakamura....
The Art of Namba Walking
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 18 of the ikigai podcast and my guest today is someone who I like to think of as my Senpai or the Senpai I wish I had while living i...
How We Can Find Ikigai In Our Interpersonal Relationships
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 17 of the Ikigai podcast, Assistant Professor Shintaro Kono shares his research results from a qualitative study on how Japanese university...
Why Ikigai Is The Most Honourable and Rewarding Thing One Can Do
25 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 16 we discuss why finding your Ikigai is the most honorable and rewarding thing one can do. According venture capitalist Yohei Nkajima it’...
Take Heart With Genki Habits
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 15 of the Ikigai Podcast Nick chats with Misako Yoke, founder of Genki Habits and author of Take Heart - Your Are Stronger Than You Think. ...
The Power of Kaizen With Bob Emiliani
05 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 14 of the Ikigai Podcast, I talk with Bob Emiliani on the subject of Shinjijutsu Kaizen. Kaizen goes far beyond the popular notion of "...
Professor Ken Mogi On Kodawari
25 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 13 of the Ikigai Podcast, Ken Mogi returns to discuss the Japanese concept of kodawari.What is Kodawari?In Ken's own words, "Koda...
Dr. Dean Fido on the Ikigai-9
10 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 12 of the Ikigai Podcast, I speak with Dr. Dean Fido on his translation and validation of the Ikigai-9. The Ikigai-9 is a psychometric too...
Finding Ikigai in The Art of Drawing The Sword
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 11 of the Ikigai Podcast, Finding Ikigai in Classical Japanese Swordsmanship, I'm speaking with Saneteru (Steven) Radzikowski, founder...
The Way of Tea With Tea Master Randy Channell Soei
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 10 of Ikigai Podcast, I speak with Canadian Tea Master, Randy Channell Soei. Soei Sensei, a longterm resident of Kyoto is one of a handful ...
Gregg Krech on Japanese Psychology in Times of Uncertainty
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 9 of the Ikigai Podcast podcast, I speak with author, poet, and one of the leading authorities on Japanese Psychology, Gregg Krech.Gregg Kr...
Paul Akers On Banishing Sloppiness By Falling in Love With Japanese Precision
12 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 8 of The Ikigai Podcast, I interview Paul Akers about his latest book, Banish Sloppiness. Paul Akers is the founder and president of FastCa...
The Andres Zuzunaga Venn Diagram of Purpose
29 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 7 of the Ikigai Podcast, I interview author and astrologist, Andres Zuzunaga, Andres is the original creator of the Venn diagram of purpose...
Rock Star Neuroscientist, Ken Mogi's 5 Pillars of Ikigai
20 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 6 of The Ikigai Podcast I interview neuroscientist and best selling author Ken Mogi. Ken Mogi is a very down to the earth life-loving neuro...
Marc Winn On Merging Ikigai With The Venn Diagram of Purpose
28 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 5 of the Ikiagi podcast, I speak with Marc Winn, creator of the Ikigai diagram. In 2014, Marc wrote a blog post that merged two concepts, ...
Finding Ikigai in Leisure with Professor Shintaro Kono
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 4 of the Ikiagi Podcast, I interview Assistant Professor Shintaro Kono who has a Ph.D. in Sport and Recreation. We discuss his research, wh...
What Ikigai Means To The Japanese
05 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 3 of The Ikigai Podcast, you'll discover what ikigai means to the Japanese. I interview sustainable life coach and author, Sachiaki Ta...
What Makes Life Worth Living with Gordon Mathews
27 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 2 of the Ikigai Podcast, I speak with Gordon Mathews, who is an author of nine books, and the Professor of Anthropology of the University o...
Ikigai According to Professor Akihiro Hasegawa
20 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 1 of the Ikigai Podcast, I interview Professor Akihiro Hasegawa of Toyo Eiwa University. Hasegawa Sensei is one of Japan's leading res...