THE SFT PODCAST
I sit down with some of the most interesting people I know to talk about what it was like when they broke down and what was their breakthrough? What tools, supports, and practices did they use and still use, to get back on track and carry on?
It will also allow you to get to know me. What started as a well-produced podcast, turned into a life-changing cathartic confessional that could have only happened via my amazing guests and the support of those around me.
Through these shared stories, my hope is we all get a little more comfortable with being smart, funny and (a little less) tortured.
Available wherever you get your podcasts
FULL EPISODES
DAVID SHAPIRO - EPISODE 23
David Shapiro is an AI futurist, essayist, and educator known for clear, human-first thinking about automation, policy, and the future of work. A former software architect and prolific YouTuber, he now writes long-form analyses on technology’s social impact and teaches pragmatic AI adoption to leaders and creators. David’s focus areas include time sovereignty, robotics and labor, governance by incentives, and the use of AI as a learning partner in health and knowledge work. He consults across business, academia, and civic orgs on strategy, capability building, and risk. His forthcoming book, The Great Decoupling, explores how institutions can cross the chasm from hype to durable value. Equal parts optimist and operator, David is committed to tools that give people their lives back—measuring progress by time returned, not clicks earned.
DR. ZACHARY STEIN - EPISODE 22
Paul sits down with Dr. Zachary Stein is a Co-Founder of the Civilization Research Institute and the Center for World Philosophy and Religion. He was trained at the interface of philosophy, psychology, and education and now works in fields related to the mitigation of global catastrophic risk. He is a widely sought-after and award-winning speaker and a leading authority on the future of education and contemporary issues in human development. Zak is the author of several books, such as Education in a Time Between Worlds.
ELISSA STRAUSS - EPISODE 21
Paul sits down with Elissa Strauss, author of "When You Care," challenges the notion that codependency is inherently unhealthy. She argues for embracing interdependence and the transformative power of caring for others, while acknowledging the complexities and challenges involved in caregiving relationships.
TIMOTHY MORTON - EPISODE 19
Paul sits down with Professor Timothy Morton, eco-philosopher, artist, and author. They explore the connection between philosophy, ecology, spirituality, fascism, and shame. Their discussion centers on the notion that acknowledging our existence within the biosphere is a profound spiritual encounter.
RENA MARTINE - EPISODE 16
Paul sits down with women's intimacy coach and former sex crimes prosecutor, Rena Martine to discuss ethical non-monogamy (ENM) and her mission to help women love their bodies, experience deep intimacy and have great sex, shame-free.
Kat Courtney - EPISODE 14
Paul sits down with veteran Plant Medicine practitioner, Kat Courtney to talk about Ayahuasca, integration and the resistance to living an authentic life.
Jeffrey Gurian - EPISODE 13
Paul sits down with raconteur and mensch, Jeffrey Gurian to talk about being one of the most beloved people in the world of comedy, self-limiting beliefs and picking the right outfit before the ambulance arrives.
JOHN KIM - EPISODE 11
Paul sits down with The Angry Therapist, John Kim, LMFT to talk about finding Self, the power of Coaching and how motorcycles, CrossFit and donuts made it all better.
