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What the F happened next? Check in with Mei Sawada
I am thrilled to welcome back the beautiful, talented, and incredible Mei Sawada for a “What the F happened next?” episode. I'm so interested to know what happened to people over the last two years, how COVID was for them, what they did and what things were on the back burner. I spoke to Lindsay in S4 Episode 2, who is Mei’s mum. She talked about the changes she's made in the yoga studio. But also we threw in a teaser for what happened next for Mei after she moved out of the home. Here is your chance to find out what the F happened next to the breathtakingly accomplished and determined Mei Sawada.
Petra Laptiste: Legend of Culture
This episode is dedicated to the memory of Sherwin Laptiste, my guest Petra Lapiste’s father who passed on 10 years ago. I want to thank Petra for her generous sharing of so many stories in this episode of her family and ancestors. We go on a virtual tour of the Caribbean to Japan, to Africa and the Middle East all in one episode with Petra as our wonderful guide.
What the F happened next? Check in with Lindsey Sawada
It has been two years since I recorded the Legends episode with Lindsey. This is the first in a mini episode series: What the fuck happened next? Lindsey Sawada has gone through some fantastic transformational experiences since we spoke to her in September 2019 and I can’t wait to share her growth and achievements with you all.
Kozue Oka: Legend of Future Japan - Mirai no mori
In this legend, we learn about the power of nature and of opportunities.
Welcome to Season 4 Episode One!
Helping abused, neglected, and orphaned children living in Japanese care homes to develop skills and confidence through outdoor programs. This is what my wonderful guest Kozue Oka, director of Mirai no Mori or “Future Forest” does. She is just 30 years old but has packed so much into those years. I would love you to share in this story of someone helping children to grow into happy and successful young adults through the power of being in nature.
How to be classy with other people's stuff
Well I was reminded of this excellent speaker, Debbie Howard who spoke at FEW Japan on marketing 8 years ago when I was the president.
From Debbie's Blog:
"It turns out Tokyo-based Sarah Furuya started her own “February is the new January” movement back in 2016, when she called together about 50 friends to change the image of February (a month that many dislike for it’s gloomy weather, among other things). She’s now starting her fifth year of providing a one-year coaching program around it – go, Sarah!”
Legend of Heathen Mysticism, Katherine North
Introducing the last legend of the season, Katherine North, the legend of Heathen Mysticism.
“Women’s bodies are potent territory, you could even say that they have magical powers and so the urge to control them is about power”.
We are hilarious together - when coaches talk they get curious and ask questions so sometimes I go off a bit - it’s a conversation - please enjoy!
Legend of Entrepreneurship and Giving, Kingsley Kobayashi
Introducing the legend of entrepreneurship and giving, Kingley Kobayashi.
From his humble beginnings in Nigeria, raised by his grandmother and single parent father, who as a teacher would take Kingsley to school with him from aged 9 months. Kinglsey contributed to the family from a very young age and learned his work ethic early on, working before and after school and being schooled in the tougher end of economics by his Grandmother. He then left Nigeria, and we look at the path he took.
Legend of Self Esteem, Baye McNeil
Introducing Baye McNeil, the legend of black self-esteem.
‘When you have healthy self esteem and you see everyone as your equal, you approach the world differently’
Baye is a high-profile writer; columnist in Japan Times’ Black Eye, author of TWO best-selling books “Hi My Name is Loco and I am a Racist” and “Loco in Yokohama”. I can’t even tell you how many other things Baye has done - listen in and visit his website, linked below.
Legend of Crossing Cultures & Turning Corners, Karen Hill Anton
“I wouldn’t burden myself or create anxiety about the past. I tend not to live in the past”
Introducing Karen Hill Anton, Legend of Crossing Cultures and Turning Corners
In Karen’s book ‘The View From Breast Pocket Mountain’ before I even got to page 50 she had introduced me to her young relationship with Joseph Heller, author of Catch 22, hanging out with Neneh Cherry (childhood hero of mine). Now, I am a sloooooow reader - I like that about myself - I read about 10 books a year and these days listen to more, but I decided to purchase Karen’s book and dip in before our conversation.
Legend of Action, Chuck Johnson
Introducing Chuck Johnson, The Legend of Action
‘Punches of positivity’
‘Diversity is part of the human condition’
“I really do believe it’s all about trusting your instincts”
Every single conversation I think to myself ‘this was my favourite conversation to date’. This conversation with Chuck Johnson is no exception and Chuck IS exceptional. He is gentle, confident, detailed, humble, generous, social-impact minded and terrific company.