Relationships – Candour Communication Podcast

The Finale

The final episode. Mark and Divan shares some behind the scene stories and recount memorable moments over the last 50 episodes.

Dr Michelle Drouin: how technology impacts connection, intimacy and infidelity (#43)

We talk to Dr. Michelle Drouin about how technology can both help and hinder our relationships. Dr. Michelle Drouin is an internationally-recognised research psychologist and a speaker on issues related to technology, relationships, couples, and sexuality. Her research has been featured in the many major media outlets including New York Times, CNN, NPR and Psychology Today.

Cheri Torres and Jackie Stavros on using Appreciative Inquiry to create conversations worth having (#41)

We are constantly in conversation, either with others or with ourselves. In this episode we talk to Cheri Torres and Jackie Stavros about how to use principles from Appreciative Inquiry to make our conversations worth having.

Amanda Luterman on Erotic Empathy (#40)

Yes, we’ll be talking about sex in this episode. Amanda Luterman is a psychotherapist and founder of the Centre for Erotic Empathy.

Lisa Linke on improvisation: the art of focusing on the other person (#38)

We talk to Lisa Linke about what improvisation can teach us about communication and collaboration. Lisa is an MBA consultant who has become a veteran improviser, actor and writer. Lisa has appeared on shows like Grey’s Anatomy and Modern Family. She is a corporate communications workshop facilitator, executive presence coach, and storytelling maven.

David Richman on supporting people when they need us most (#34)

We talk to David Richman about grief and trauma and how we can support the people we love through difficult times.

Chris Marhefka on becoming the master of your life, the captain of your soul (#33)

We talk to Chris Marhefka, CEO and Facilitator at Training Camp for the Soul, about finding fulfilment in life and in relationships.

Dr Ashok Bhattacharya on empathy, narcissism and self-esteem (#30)

We talk to Dr Ashok Bhattacharya, a psychiatrist who has been practicing individual and couple psychotherapy since 1989, about topics such as: what can birds teach us about empathy? How can the movie Inside Out improve our relationships? Why is insecurity good for us? What should we do when we realise that we’re in a relationship with a narcissist? How do we really build self-esteem?

Steve Nudelberg on the riches of relationships in sales and family (#18)

We are selling something every day, whether that is selling an idea or selling ourselves. We talk to Steve Nudelberg about his refreshing approach to sales where it’s all about building relationships. We discuss Steve’s experience related to sales, leadership and family.

Dr Everett Worthington on promoting forgiveness in every willing heart, home and homeland (#10)

It’s impossible to live in this world without getting hurt, or hurting others. And yet, we need each other. That’s why forgiveness is so important. We talk to Dr Everett Worthington about forgiveness. Ev is not only an expert on forgiveness, but he shares some very personal experiences with forgiveness that add weight to his academic and clinical knowledge.

Adrian Spear on anger, stress and managing your mind (#4)

In this episode we talk to Adrian Spear about managing our minds and how this helps us to deal with anger, stress and relationships.

Why I encouraged my girlfriend to travel the world…without me

My girlfriend wanted to do a three month round the world trip. She wanted to go without me. I encouraged her to go…

Thank you for getting angry

I used to dread conflict. Now when someone gets angry at me I thank them.

Go First

When you were a child you waved at strangers….

Why I Trashed My Cap’s Authenticity Label

A few years ago a friend of mine went to USA. He brought me back an authentic New York Yankees baseball cap. When he gave it to me he made a point of showing me the authenticity label stuck on the underside of the visor.

I Am Biased

I am biased. Not because I want to be but because I am human…

The Most Important Trait for Life

You would think that a trait that makes you more capable, knowledgeable, connected and healthy would get a lot of airtime – until you realise that this trait is…

Communicating with Curiosity

Curiosity is not just a professional advantage, it is a necessity for communicating with effectiveness and connection.