<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Vantage Point Conversations]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>This Podcast explores the wisdom of everyday experts - people. who have figured something out about life, work, integrity, or identity - and share it without ego or agenda</p>]]></description><link>https://www.youtube.com/@VantagePointConversations</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 04:02:22 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/doBeOJIu.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></author><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:05:27 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Colin Parsons]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[How To]]></category><itunes:author>Colin Parsons</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;This Podcast explores the wisdom of everyday experts - people. who have figured something out about life, work, integrity, or identity - and share it without ego or agenda&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Colin Parsons</itunes:name><itunes:email>colin@vantagepointconsulting.lu</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Business"/><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="How To"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><item><title><![CDATA[Better Blood Sample Data and the Future of Personalised Medicine | Jan Breukers]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the challenges of traditional medical research, the importance of blood samples and biomarkers, the need for personalized medicine, and the role of AI in advancing medical research. <br /><br />The conversation delves into the patient's perspective, the challenges in drug development, blood sample collection logistics, motivating donors, global expansion, and funding. <br /></p><p>It emphasises the importance of collaboration, data sharing, and the need for a more informed approach to medical research and sample collection.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Challenging traditional medical research methods</li><li>The significance of personalized medicine and the role of AI in medical research Patient-centric drug development</li><li>Importance of motivating and reimbursing donors for sample collection</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Challenging the Status Quo in Medical Research</li><li>05:53 The Need for Personalized Medicine and Collaboration</li><li>29:00 The Role of AI in Medical Research</li><li>34:36 The Patient's Perspective</li><li>41:11 Blood Sample Collection Logistics</li><li>01:00:11 Global Expansion and Funding</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">74cf6bce-21bb-431f-a3b9-4d3980298760</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:04:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/7a2fdbd69e7db27bbae3c60d4fdc01f569b5d2ee40c1cb9d06ee3be9f97cdb09/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3NGNmNmJjZS0yMWJiLTQzMWYtYTNiOS00ZDM5ODAyOTg3NjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExNmI5Yzk4MzgwYTZiYmYwMmVjMzdkL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjdfXzExLTMwLTQ4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="137473610" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/74cf6bce-21bb-431f-a3b9-4d3980298760/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the challenges of traditional medical research, the importance of blood samples and biomarkers, the need for personalized medicine, and the role of AI in advancing medical research. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The conversation delves into the patient&apos;s perspective, the challenges in drug development, blood sample collection logistics, motivating donors, global expansion, and funding. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It emphasises the importance of collaboration, data sharing, and the need for a more informed approach to medical research and sample collection.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Challenging traditional medical research methods&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The significance of personalized medicine and the role of AI in medical research Patient-centric drug development&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Importance of motivating and reimbursing donors for sample collection&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Challenging the Status Quo in Medical Research&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:53 The Need for Personalized Medicine and Collaboration&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;29:00 The Role of AI in Medical Research&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;34:36 The Patient&apos;s Perspective&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;41:11 Blood Sample Collection Logistics&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:00:11 Global Expansion and Funding&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:11:36</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Better Blood Sample Data and the Future of Personalised Medicine | Jan Breukers</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inclusion, Culture, and the Invisible Dynamics Leaders Miss | Karan Kapoor]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the concept of inclusion strategy  It explores the relationship between culture, diversity, and inclusion, highlighting the importance of psychological safety and survey feedback in organizational culture. <br /><br />The conversation delves into the importance of conscious inclusion, the power of vulnerability and curiosity, and the impact of the comparative narrative on individuals and organizations. <br /><br />It highlights the need for a shift in mindset and the cultivation of empathy and curiosity in order to foster a more inclusive and understanding environment.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Diversity as a byproduct of inclusion</li><li>Culture is designed unintentionally and requires intentional effort to change Conscious Inclusion</li><li>Vulnerability and Curiosity</li><li>Impact of Comparative Narrative</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Inclusion Strategy</li><li>07:53 Culture, Diversity, and Inclusion</li><li>31:59 Psychological Safety and Survey Feedback</li><li>37:50 Conscious Inclusion</li><li>44:43 Vulnerability and Curiosity</li><li>57:32 Impact of Comparative Narrative</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">44958667-788e-4594-8c8e-d51d43a529f4</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 11:10:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/40b6396ce5b9fc2e703d1cdf46b6ee867e0943e52c29583aeb03b9b00585028e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0NDk1ODY2Ny03ODhlLTQ1OTQtOGM4ZS1kNTFkNDNhNTI5ZjQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExNTc1NzhhMmFkM2NkN2FhYzk0OGE0L2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjZfXzEyLTI3LTQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="146716360" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/44958667-788e-4594-8c8e-d51d43a529f4/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the concept of inclusion strategy  It explores the relationship between culture, diversity, and inclusion, highlighting the importance of psychological safety and survey feedback in organizational culture. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The conversation delves into the importance of conscious inclusion, the power of vulnerability and curiosity, and the impact of the comparative narrative on individuals and organizations. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;It highlights the need for a shift in mindset and the cultivation of empathy and curiosity in order to foster a more inclusive and understanding environment.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Diversity as a byproduct of inclusion&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Culture is designed unintentionally and requires intentional effort to change Conscious Inclusion&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Vulnerability and Curiosity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impact of Comparative Narrative&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction to Inclusion Strategy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;07:53 Culture, Diversity, and Inclusion&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;31:59 Psychological Safety and Survey Feedback&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:50 Conscious Inclusion&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;44:43 Vulnerability and Curiosity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;57:32 Impact of Comparative Narrative&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:16:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Inclusion, Culture, and the Invisible Dynamics Leaders Miss | Karan Kapoor</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quiet Leadership, Conscience, and Living Your Values | Jane Kalu Ndukwe]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the essence of quiet leadership, emphasising the importance of patience, intuition, and spiritual guidance. </p><p></p><p>It explores the interconnectedness of leadership, parenting, and personal conduct, highlighting the significance of self-reflection and the ability to listen to one's inner voice. </p><p></p><p>The dialogue also underscores the impact of leading by example and the value of doing the right thing, even when it may not be popular. The conversation delves into the themes of kindness, compassion, self-reflection, and personal growth. </p><p></p><p>It explores the importance of empathy, understanding, and the impact of everyday acts of kindness. The discussion also emphasizes the significance of authenticity, setting boundaries, and the power of genuine acts of kindness. </p><p></p><p>Additionally, it highlights the role of mindfulness, intentional kindness, and the perception of the world through a positive lens.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Quiet leadership</li><li>Patience and intuition Kindness and compassion</li><li>Self-reflection and personal growth</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Essence of Quiet Leadership</li><li>45:18 The Inner Voice and Human Growth</li><li>51:04 Negative Self-Talk and Self-Absorption</li><li>56:35 Being True to Oneself and Setting Boundaries</li><li>01:02:37 The Importance of Being Genuine and Authentic</li><li>01:08:03 Perception of the World and Kindness</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a076bff5-c791-4533-b283-d0853f8de1a8</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 11:37:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/44b246f42578fa1fdfa80ec5c619bdc0941a7ad35f9b6aea43d70f5d0f4246d5/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhMDc2YmZmNS1jNzkxLTQ1MzMtYjI4My1kMDg1M2Y4ZGUxYTgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExNDJmY2Y0MjJlM2RlY2MwM2YwODkyL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjVfXzEzLTE3LTM1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="173905441" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/a076bff5-c791-4533-b283-d0853f8de1a8/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the essence of quiet leadership, emphasising the importance of patience, intuition, and spiritual guidance. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It explores the interconnectedness of leadership, parenting, and personal conduct, highlighting the significance of self-reflection and the ability to listen to one&apos;s inner voice. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The dialogue also underscores the impact of leading by example and the value of doing the right thing, even when it may not be popular. The conversation delves into the themes of kindness, compassion, self-reflection, and personal growth. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It explores the importance of empathy, understanding, and the impact of everyday acts of kindness. The discussion also emphasizes the significance of authenticity, setting boundaries, and the power of genuine acts of kindness. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Additionally, it highlights the role of mindfulness, intentional kindness, and the perception of the world through a positive lens.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Quiet leadership&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Patience and intuition Kindness and compassion&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Self-reflection and personal growth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Essence of Quiet Leadership&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;45:18 The Inner Voice and Human Growth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;51:04 Negative Self-Talk and Self-Absorption&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;56:35 Being True to Oneself and Setting Boundaries&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:02:37 The Importance of Being Genuine and Authentic&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:08:03 Perception of the World and Kindness&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:30:35</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Quiet Leadership, Conscience, and Living Your Values | Jane Kalu Ndukwe</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safety Communication, Storytelling, and Behaviour Change | Amanda Amaral]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation explores the importance of effective safety communication, the role of creativity in serious industries, and the balance between compliance and human factors. <br /><br />It delves into the psychology of risk, the impact of safety failures, and the significance of effective communication in ensuring safety. <br /><br />Amanda Amaral discusses the evolution of animated videos in response to changing learning behaviours and the importance of simplifying and diversifying content. <br /><br />The conversation delves into the psychology of content creation and the challenges of conveying complex health and safety information in a simple, engaging manner.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Safety communication requires creativity</li><li>Understanding human behaviour is crucial for effective safety communication Adapting to changing learning behaviours</li><li>The complexity of simplifying and diversifying content</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Intentional Audience Growth</li><li>07:04 The Human Element in Safety Communication</li><li>19:22 The Impact of Safety Failures and Psychology of Risk</li><li>28:02 The Responsibility of Safety Professionals and Communication</li><li>34:57 Adapting to Changing Learning Behaviors</li><li>45:03 Simplifying and Diversifying Content</li><li>53:19 The Psychology of Content Creation</li><li>59:27 Challenges of Conveying Health and Safety Information</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3a148012-8724-4151-9ce5-aa157ac1d312</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 08:26:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a4b26cbfad1394faffeee650609e37f690fa4bb61d17985fed86fa2fc5167d14/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzYTE0ODAxMi04NzI0LTQxNTEtOWNlNS1hYTE1N2FjMWQzMTIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExMjljZTdhZjgyNzU5ZmI3NGUyY2M3L2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjRfXzgtMzgtMzEubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="136580014" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/3a148012-8724-4151-9ce5-aa157ac1d312/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation explores the importance of effective safety communication, the role of creativity in serious industries, and the balance between compliance and human factors. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;It delves into the psychology of risk, the impact of safety failures, and the significance of effective communication in ensuring safety. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Amanda Amaral discusses the evolution of animated videos in response to changing learning behaviours and the importance of simplifying and diversifying content. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The conversation delves into the psychology of content creation and the challenges of conveying complex health and safety information in a simple, engaging manner.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Safety communication requires creativity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Understanding human behaviour is crucial for effective safety communication Adapting to changing learning behaviours&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The complexity of simplifying and diversifying content&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Intentional Audience Growth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;07:04 The Human Element in Safety Communication&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;19:22 The Impact of Safety Failures and Psychology of Risk&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;28:02 The Responsibility of Safety Professionals and Communication&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;34:57 Adapting to Changing Learning Behaviors&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;45:03 Simplifying and Diversifying Content&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;53:19 The Psychology of Content Creation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;59:27 Challenges of Conveying Health and Safety Information&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:11:08</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Safety Communication, Storytelling, and Behaviour Change | Amanda Amaral</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Biophilic Design and Spaces That Help People Flourish | Nuria Muñoz Arce]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation with Nuria explores the impact of spaces on human well-being, the principles of biophilic design, and the need for life-centered design in workspaces. </p><p></p><p>It delves into the importance of listening to the needs of individuals and creating spaces that support human thriving. </p><p></p><p>The conversation delves into the paradigm shift needed in architecture and design, emphasizing regenerative spaces, the impact of trauma on design, and the importance of reconnecting with nature. </p><p></p><p>It also explores the intersection of values, workspace design, and the role of money in creating sustainable environments.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Biophilic design principles</li><li>Impact of spaces on human well-being Regenerative design is essential for creating spaces that promote human flourishing and well-being.</li><li>The intersection of values, workspace design, and the role of money in creating sustainable environments is crucial for long-term impact.</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">50d21924-37cf-4816-9143-bcf87ec116eb</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:43:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3a7fbb13592acad8b1307e935738536abb1c48dcff972e7af0ee53576a1ff1b6/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1MGQyMTkyNC0zN2NmLTQ4MTYtOTE0My1iY2Y4N2VjMTE2ZWIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExMDgyMjhhOWE0YTg3ODJlNzRjNDdmL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjJfXzE4LTE5LTUyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="157887573" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/50d21924-37cf-4816-9143-bcf87ec116eb/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation with Nuria explores the impact of spaces on human well-being, the principles of biophilic design, and the need for life-centered design in workspaces. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It delves into the importance of listening to the needs of individuals and creating spaces that support human thriving. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the paradigm shift needed in architecture and design, emphasizing regenerative spaces, the impact of trauma on design, and the importance of reconnecting with nature. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It also explores the intersection of values, workspace design, and the role of money in creating sustainable environments.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Biophilic design principles&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impact of spaces on human well-being Regenerative design is essential for creating spaces that promote human flourishing and well-being.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The intersection of values, workspace design, and the role of money in creating sustainable environments is crucial for long-term impact.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:22:14</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Biophilic Design and Spaces That Help People Flourish | Nuria Muñoz Arce</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pricing, Selling, and the Ego Risk of Business | Brook McCarthy]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>This conversation with Brooke McCarthy delves into the challenges of building trust before the sale and overcoming the fear of asking for money. </p><p></p><p>It explores the importance of reputation, pricing, visibility, generosity, recurring revenue, and the discomfort of being visible and pricing one's work. </p><p></p><p>The conversation delves into the importance of attitude in entrepreneurship, the challenges of pricing and value communication, the psychology of decision making based on value, and the process of building confidence through action. </p><p></p><p>It emphasizes the concept of 'hard fun' in entrepreneurship and the significance of experimenting with pricing and value communication. Additionally, it highlights the transferability of confidence and skills to various aspects of life.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Building Trust Before the Sale</li><li>Overcoming Fear of Asking for Money Attitude is key</li><li>Confidence is built through action</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Building Trust Before the Sale</li><li>19:51 Overcoming Fear of Asking for Money</li><li>40:20 The Right Attitude</li><li>53:34 Money and Decision Making</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2d34c384-59dc-457e-b045-498e71727657</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 09:03:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9d8134273b86780cc4828bb243dd2bc900ed3ffbc8432d1241bb341428a56d74/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyZDM0YzM4NC01OWRjLTQ1N2UtYjA0NS00OThlNzE3Mjc2NTciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExMDE2N2MyNGZlMDY3MjFiYjljYzE2L2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjJfXzEwLTQwLTI4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="152108033" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/2d34c384-59dc-457e-b045-498e71727657/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;This conversation with Brooke McCarthy delves into the challenges of building trust before the sale and overcoming the fear of asking for money. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It explores the importance of reputation, pricing, visibility, generosity, recurring revenue, and the discomfort of being visible and pricing one&apos;s work. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the importance of attitude in entrepreneurship, the challenges of pricing and value communication, the psychology of decision making based on value, and the process of building confidence through action. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It emphasizes the concept of &apos;hard fun&apos; in entrepreneurship and the significance of experimenting with pricing and value communication. Additionally, it highlights the transferability of confidence and skills to various aspects of life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Building Trust Before the Sale&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Overcoming Fear of Asking for Money Attitude is key&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Confidence is built through action&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Building Trust Before the Sale&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;19:51 Overcoming Fear of Asking for Money&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;40:20 The Right Attitude&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;53:34 Money and Decision Making&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:19:13</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Pricing, Selling, and the Ego Risk of Business | Brook McCarthy</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Branding Before Marketing and Building Authentically | Hazel Lai]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the essence of branding, the challenges of personal branding, the impact of niche and values, and the significance of branding and colour. <br /><br />It explores the distinction between branding and marketing, emphasizing the importance of being understood through branding and the complexities of personal branding and niche selection. <br /><br />Additionally, it highlights the impact of branding on color choices and the alignment of values with branding strategies. <br /><br />The conversation delves into the significance of authenticity in branding, the power of communication and connection, the challenges and strategies for networking as an introvert, and the role of kindness and empathy in business. <br /><br />It emphasizes the importance of embracing one's true self, fostering genuine connections, and prioritizing empathy in business interactions.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Branding is about being understood</li><li>Branding and marketing are different Authenticity in branding</li><li>The importance of communication and connection</li><li>The value of empathy and kindness in business</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Essence of Branding</li><li>11:04 The Challenges of Niche and Values</li><li>36:11 The Impact of Branding and Colour</li><li>42:55 Embracing Authenticity in Branding</li><li>01:06:43 Navigating Networking as an Introvert</li><li>01:21:24 The Role of Kindness and Empathy in Business</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">03b60e1b-4691-46e2-911c-aa3577227754</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 10:30:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/adf1bdaccd7e8cdc443ea872685fe3b73cb1475134c802db3dd5f454f1a0db7f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwM2I2MGUxYi00NjkxLTQ2ZTItOTExYy1hYTM1NzcyMjc3NTQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwZDg1MzY2YTQyMzE2M2MzZTQzMjZhL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjBfXzExLTU2LTYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="164364268" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/03b60e1b-4691-46e2-911c-aa3577227754/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the essence of branding, the challenges of personal branding, the impact of niche and values, and the significance of branding and colour. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;It explores the distinction between branding and marketing, emphasizing the importance of being understood through branding and the complexities of personal branding and niche selection. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Additionally, it highlights the impact of branding on color choices and the alignment of values with branding strategies. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The conversation delves into the significance of authenticity in branding, the power of communication and connection, the challenges and strategies for networking as an introvert, and the role of kindness and empathy in business. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;It emphasizes the importance of embracing one&apos;s true self, fostering genuine connections, and prioritizing empathy in business interactions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Branding is about being understood&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Branding and marketing are different Authenticity in branding&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of communication and connection&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The value of empathy and kindness in business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Essence of Branding&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:04 The Challenges of Niche and Values&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;36:11 The Impact of Branding and Colour&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;42:55 Embracing Authenticity in Branding&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:06:43 Navigating Networking as an Introvert&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:21:24 The Role of Kindness and Empathy in Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:25:36</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Branding Before Marketing and Building Authentically | Hazel Lai</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sport, Business and Social Impact | John McClarey]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation with John McCleary explores the intersection of professionalism and enjoyment in business events, the impact of organised fun on networking and team building, and the role of sports and exercise in physical and mental well-being. </p><p></p><p>It delves into the art of event precision, structured networking, and the importance of loving what you do. </p><p></p><p>The discussion also highlights the impact of charity and fundraising in business events, as well as the role of exercise in mental well-being and work performance. <br /><br />The conversation covers the importance of consistency and routine for mental and physical well-being, the impact of charity and giving back, the importance of therapy and mental health support, ambition, dedication, and goal setting, planning and organizing sports events, and encouraging female participation in sports.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Professionalism and enjoyment in business</li><li>Structured and organised events</li><li>Impact of organised fun on networking and team building</li><li>Physical and mental well-being through sports and exercise Consistency in routine is crucial for mental and physical well-being.</li><li>Encouraging female participation in sports events is a priority for the organisation.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Impact of Exercise on Mental Well-being and Work Performance</li><li>33:18 Building Consistency and Routine for Well-being</li><li>47:59 The Importance of Therapy and Mental Health Support</li><li>55:31 Ambition, Dedication, and Goal Setting</li><li>01:02:34 Encouraging Female Participation in Sports</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d52f83cf-5b24-43e5-b336-c0b057190f24</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 10:22:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/463066779f3f7548c11f7bf2cd02b4018210259e70d03f94176c450575d95306/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkNTJmODNjZi01YjI0LTQzZTUtYjMzNi1jMGIwNTcxOTBmMjQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwMWE4MjM4NjY0MDc1MWJjZDZlNTJiL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMTFfXzExLTU3LTU1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="142824324" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/d52f83cf-5b24-43e5-b336-c0b057190f24/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation with John McCleary explores the intersection of professionalism and enjoyment in business events, the impact of organised fun on networking and team building, and the role of sports and exercise in physical and mental well-being. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It delves into the art of event precision, structured networking, and the importance of loving what you do. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The discussion also highlights the impact of charity and fundraising in business events, as well as the role of exercise in mental well-being and work performance. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The conversation covers the importance of consistency and routine for mental and physical well-being, the impact of charity and giving back, the importance of therapy and mental health support, ambition, dedication, and goal setting, planning and organizing sports events, and encouraging female participation in sports.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Professionalism and enjoyment in business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Structured and organised events&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impact of organised fun on networking and team building&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Physical and mental well-being through sports and exercise Consistency in routine is crucial for mental and physical well-being.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Encouraging female participation in sports events is a priority for the organisation.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Impact of Exercise on Mental Well-being and Work Performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;33:18 Building Consistency and Routine for Well-being&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;47:59 The Importance of Therapy and Mental Health Support&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;55:31 Ambition, Dedication, and Goal Setting&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:02:34 Encouraging Female Participation in Sports&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:14:23</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Sport, Business and Social Impact | John McClarey</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Operations for Humans, Not Robots | Magy Ortiz]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <b>Vantage Point Conversations</b>, Colin Parsons speaks with <b>Magy Ortiz</b>, an operations and systems specialist, certified coach, and holistic time management practitioner, about building systems that support real human beings — not just tasks, deadlines, and productivity targets.</p><p></p><p>Magy works with small business owners who want to build life-first businesses and create better integration between work, rest, side projects, creativity, and real life.</p><p></p><p>This conversation explores the human side of operations: neurodivergence, highly sensitive people, energy, focus, rest, guilt, shame, capacity, calendars, digital systems, and why so many people plan work as if life will not interrupt.</p><p></p><p>Colin and Magy discuss the gap between project plans and reality, why to-do lists and calendars are not the same thing, and how better systems can help people work with more clarity, sustainability, and self-awareness.</p><p></p><p>One of the strongest ideas from the conversation is that productivity is not only about output. We are always producing something - sometimes clarity, energy, creativity, and momentum; other times overwhelm, guilt, anxiety, and burnout.</p><p></p><p>This episode is for founders, freelancers, operators, project people, creatives, and anyone who has ever looked at a plan and thought: this works on paper, but not in real life.</p><p></p><p><b>Topics include:</b> human-centred operations, productivity, neurodivergence, project management, time blocking, calendar planning, energy management, digital decluttering, life-first business, sustainable work, and building systems around real human beings.</p><p></p><p><b>Vantage Point Conversations</b> is hosted by Colin Parsons and explores leadership, work, wellbeing, entrepreneurship, human potential, and new ways of thinking through honest longform conversations.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">da347d2c-53a7-4b09-8324-a926904c57ff</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:03:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a888da5690ed294ba72de517810cb61fe24ad198790a6ea7102d6de73d6ea0a9/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkYTM0N2QyYy01M2E3LTRiMDktODMyNC1hOTI2OTA0YzU3ZmYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmYzMzYmRhZWE3ZjY0NTdmN2E1ODExL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtN19fOC0zOS01Ni5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="141435028" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/da347d2c-53a7-4b09-8324-a926904c57ff/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Vantage Point Conversations&lt;/b&gt;, Colin Parsons speaks with &lt;b&gt;Magy Ortiz&lt;/b&gt;, an operations and systems specialist, certified coach, and holistic time management practitioner, about building systems that support real human beings — not just tasks, deadlines, and productivity targets.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Magy works with small business owners who want to build life-first businesses and create better integration between work, rest, side projects, creativity, and real life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation explores the human side of operations: neurodivergence, highly sensitive people, energy, focus, rest, guilt, shame, capacity, calendars, digital systems, and why so many people plan work as if life will not interrupt.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Colin and Magy discuss the gap between project plans and reality, why to-do lists and calendars are not the same thing, and how better systems can help people work with more clarity, sustainability, and self-awareness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;One of the strongest ideas from the conversation is that productivity is not only about output. We are always producing something - sometimes clarity, energy, creativity, and momentum; other times overwhelm, guilt, anxiety, and burnout.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is for founders, freelancers, operators, project people, creatives, and anyone who has ever looked at a plan and thought: this works on paper, but not in real life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Topics include:&lt;/b&gt; human-centred operations, productivity, neurodivergence, project management, time blocking, calendar planning, energy management, digital decluttering, life-first business, sustainable work, and building systems around real human beings.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Vantage Point Conversations&lt;/b&gt; is hosted by Colin Parsons and explores leadership, work, wellbeing, entrepreneurship, human potential, and new ways of thinking through honest longform conversations.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:13:40</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Operations for Humans, Not Robots | Magy Ortiz</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rethinking Migraine and Invisible Illness | Amber Horrox]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <b>Vantage Point Conversations</b>, Colin Parsons speaks with <b>Amber Horrox</b>, an author and migraine educator, about chronic migraine, invisible illness, stigma, and what it really means to live with a condition many people still misunderstand.</p><p></p><p>Amber shares her lived experience of chronic migraine and complex invisible illness, including the impact it had on her health, work, identity, and daily life. This conversation challenges the common assumption that migraine is “just a bad headache” and explores how disabling, overwhelming, and difficult to explain it can be.</p><p></p><p>Colin and Amber discuss invisible pain, shame, stigma, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, tinnitus, anxiety, depression, body dysmorphia, complex PTSD, and the emotional weight of living with symptoms that other people cannot always see.</p><p></p><p>This is a conversation about migraine, but also about empathy, listening more carefully, questioning our assumptions, and understanding how invisible illness can shape someone’s life in ways that are not immediately obvious.</p><p></p><p>For leaders, founders, entrepreneurs, growth-minded professionals, and anyone who works with or cares about people, this episode is a reminder that not every struggle is visible.</p><p></p><p><b>Topics include:</b> chronic migraine, invisible illness, migraine stigma, chronic pain, hidden symptoms, shame, survival, mental health, empathy, and learning to listen differently.</p><p></p><p><b>Vantage Point Conversations</b> is hosted by Colin Parsons and explores leadership, work, wellbeing, resilience, entrepreneurship, human potential, and new ways of thinking through honest longform conversations.</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8e4a68d9-7a9b-41d1-beb0-8ffa575be97b</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 10:04:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6eff2a06c9ea5fa7baa439f27feffa86a0e41ae1110028c6a870950aee8b6555/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4ZTRhNjhkOS03YTliLTQxZDEtYmViMC04ZmZhNTc1YmU5N2IiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmYjA3OGE4NGExNDZjZjVjZDI1MWU0L2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtNl9fMTEtMTktNi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="136453790" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/8e4a68d9-7a9b-41d1-beb0-8ffa575be97b/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Vantage Point Conversations&lt;/b&gt;, Colin Parsons speaks with &lt;b&gt;Amber Horrox&lt;/b&gt;, an author and migraine educator, about chronic migraine, invisible illness, stigma, and what it really means to live with a condition many people still misunderstand.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Amber shares her lived experience of chronic migraine and complex invisible illness, including the impact it had on her health, work, identity, and daily life. This conversation challenges the common assumption that migraine is “just a bad headache” and explores how disabling, overwhelming, and difficult to explain it can be.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Colin and Amber discuss invisible pain, shame, stigma, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, tinnitus, anxiety, depression, body dysmorphia, complex PTSD, and the emotional weight of living with symptoms that other people cannot always see.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is a conversation about migraine, but also about empathy, listening more carefully, questioning our assumptions, and understanding how invisible illness can shape someone’s life in ways that are not immediately obvious.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For leaders, founders, entrepreneurs, growth-minded professionals, and anyone who works with or cares about people, this episode is a reminder that not every struggle is visible.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Topics include:&lt;/b&gt; chronic migraine, invisible illness, migraine stigma, chronic pain, hidden symptoms, shame, survival, mental health, empathy, and learning to listen differently.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Vantage Point Conversations&lt;/b&gt; is hosted by Colin Parsons and explores leadership, work, wellbeing, resilience, entrepreneurship, human potential, and new ways of thinking through honest longform conversations.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:11:04</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Rethinking Migraine and Invisible Illness | Amber Horrox</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[How the Body Releases Stored Stress and Trauma | Sylvia Tillmann]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation explores the body's natural response to stress and the significance of involuntary shaking as a release mechanism. </p><p></p><p>It delves into the empowering nature of TRE as a tool for releasing tension and stress, comparing it with other therapies and highlighting its role in self-discovery.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Involuntary shaking is the body's natural reaction to stress and is an innate process shared by all mammals.</li><li>TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) is a tool that empowers individuals to release tension and stress from the body, providing a natural and effective way to reset the nervous system.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Body's Natural Response to Stress</li><li>01:06:31 Shaking as a Release Mechanism</li><li>01:12:19 TRE as an Empowering Tool</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">521b23d8-cefc-4c23-9abd-5636922c43b0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:25:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/e418f08554426da6bf0a7e3bf6152c27591dea8063e8f564e3e291517f964e59/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1MjFiMjNkOC1jZWZjLTRjMjMtOWFiZC01NjM2OTIyYzQzYjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmOWE3MDJjNDE1NjM5MTRkYTc3ZjU1L2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtNV9fMTAtMTQtNTgubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="161395086" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/521b23d8-cefc-4c23-9abd-5636922c43b0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation explores the body&apos;s natural response to stress and the significance of involuntary shaking as a release mechanism. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It delves into the empowering nature of TRE as a tool for releasing tension and stress, comparing it with other therapies and highlighting its role in self-discovery.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Involuntary shaking is the body&apos;s natural reaction to stress and is an innate process shared by all mammals.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) is a tool that empowers individuals to release tension and stress from the body, providing a natural and effective way to reset the nervous system.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Body&apos;s Natural Response to Stress&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:06:31 Shaking as a Release Mechanism&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:12:19 TRE as an Empowering Tool&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:24:04</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>How the Body Releases Stored Stress and Trauma | Sylvia Tillmann</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You | Robyn Harris]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the exploration of emotions, understanding body signals, and the challenges of emotional range. </p><p></p><p>It also highlights the healing journey, changing perception, and the joy of the journey, emphasising adaptability and experimentation. </p><p></p><p>The conversation delves into the impact of conditioning on individuals, the wisdom of the body, reparenting the inner child, empowering children, unconscious conditioning, and creating space for stillness and self-reflection.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Understanding emotional range</li><li>The joy of the journey and adaptability The body holds wisdom beyond the brain</li><li>Reparenting the inner child is essential for personal growth and healing</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Purpose</li><li>08:52 Challenges and Healing Journey</li><li>23:07 Changing Perception and Experimentation</li><li>34:13 The Joy of the Journey and Adaptability</li><li>39:20 The Impact of Conditioning</li><li>49:22 The Wisdom of the Body</li><li>54:31 Reparenting the Inner Child</li><li>01:01:53 Empowering Children</li><li>01:08:30 Unconscious Conditioning</li><li>01:15:41 Creating Space for Stillness</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ce968352-26bb-4fec-b801-5fa14e312935</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:35:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/34b5e72adb920578c6fab655da762a0a152dfd688842a1527205dcecc169ad1d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjZTk2ODM1Mi0yNmJiLTRmZWMtYjgwMS01ZmExNGUzMTI5MzUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmODYyZmJhMWE0Mjc0YzljYzRmODJiL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtNF9fMTEtMTItMjcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="154415168" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/ce968352-26bb-4fec-b801-5fa14e312935/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the exploration of emotions, understanding body signals, and the challenges of emotional range. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It also highlights the healing journey, changing perception, and the joy of the journey, emphasising adaptability and experimentation. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the impact of conditioning on individuals, the wisdom of the body, reparenting the inner child, empowering children, unconscious conditioning, and creating space for stillness and self-reflection.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Understanding emotional range&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The joy of the journey and adaptability The body holds wisdom beyond the brain&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Reparenting the inner child is essential for personal growth and healing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction and Purpose&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;08:52 Challenges and Healing Journey&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;23:07 Changing Perception and Experimentation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;34:13 The Joy of the Journey and Adaptability&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;39:20 The Impact of Conditioning&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;49:22 The Wisdom of the Body&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;54:31 Reparenting the Inner Child&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:01:53 Empowering Children&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:08:30 Unconscious Conditioning&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:15:41 Creating Space for Stillness&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:20:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:title>What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You | Robyn Harris</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Lab Science to Liver Cancer Innovation | Yaron Suissa]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation explores the power of humility, the transition from research to development in the medical profession, and the innovative approach to liver cancer therapy. </p><p></p><p>It emphasises the importance of learning, collaboration, and fair practices in the medical industry. </p><p></p><p>The conversation delves into the journey of co-founding a company in the medical field, the challenges faced, the importance of strategic thinking, and the value of humility and collaboration. </p><p></p><p>It also explores the development of a groundbreaking therapy for liver cancer and the vision for its future impact.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Humility as a source of wisdom</li><li>Transition from research to development in the medical profession</li><li>Innovative approach to liver cancer therapy Strategic thinking and collaboration are key to navigating the challenges of co-founding a company.</li><li>The development of a localized therapy for liver cancer has the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Innovative Approach to Liver Cancer Therapy</li><li>37:35 Navigating Challenges and Strategic Thinking</li><li>44:11 Building a Supportive Network and Collaborative Partnerships</li><li>55:40 Empowering Employees and Fostering Collaboration</li><li>01:11:21 Progress and Vision for the Future</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">27cca4d9-03dd-420b-8e49-856b3c827840</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 12:14:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3c1861b88f351ff2584678d44cd027f7708eaa75dc309f5ce0158b6c5cfc430f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyN2NjYTRkOS0wM2RkLTQyMGItOGU0OS04NTZiM2M4Mjc4NDAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmNzJhMTQ5M2YzN2IzYjc4ZDFiZmUyL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtM19fMTItNTctMjQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="155805300" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/27cca4d9-03dd-420b-8e49-856b3c827840/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation explores the power of humility, the transition from research to development in the medical profession, and the innovative approach to liver cancer therapy. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It emphasises the importance of learning, collaboration, and fair practices in the medical industry. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the journey of co-founding a company in the medical field, the challenges faced, the importance of strategic thinking, and the value of humility and collaboration. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It also explores the development of a groundbreaking therapy for liver cancer and the vision for its future impact.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Humility as a source of wisdom&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Transition from research to development in the medical profession&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Innovative approach to liver cancer therapy Strategic thinking and collaboration are key to navigating the challenges of co-founding a company.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The development of a localized therapy for liver cancer has the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Innovative Approach to Liver Cancer Therapy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:35 Navigating Challenges and Strategic Thinking&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;44:11 Building a Supportive Network and Collaborative Partnerships&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;55:40 Empowering Employees and Fostering Collaboration&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:11:21 Progress and Vision for the Future&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:21:09</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:title>From Lab Science to Liver Cancer Innovation | Yaron Suissa</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work Is Broken: Building Human-Centred Teams | Margaret Ricci]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the challenges of traditional organizational structures and the emergence of Teal organizations, highlighting the impact of these structures on employee empowerment and work dynamics. </p><p></p><p>It explores the evolution of organizational paradigms and the potential for a more holistic and self-managed approach to work. </p><p></p><p>The conversation delves into the growing movement of teal organizations and their impact worldwide, highlighting the need for a shift in traditional work structures. </p><p></p><p>It also explores the influence of personal values and history on work behavior, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and understanding team dynamics for improved performance and contribution.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Teal organizations and their impact</li><li>Challenges of traditional organizational structures Teal organizations are a growing movement</li><li>The impact of personal history on work behavior</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Evolution of Organizational Structures and Teal Organizations</li><li>41:33 The Teal Movement</li><li>49:47 The Boxed Work Environment</li><li>01:07:31 Understanding Self and Team Dynamics</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">daaaf734-3357-4cb6-835a-249f9d37cc6a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 09:37:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/0b5d273ac88cf754664af214247f04ea33bf541f25a01615f60c400409041413/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkYWFhZjczNC0zMzU3LTRjYjYtODM1YS0yNDlmOWQzN2NjNmEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmNzExMGE5NWYyNzM5MTcwNmFhNmZiL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtM19fMTEtMTAtMzQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="159717398" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/daaaf734-3357-4cb6-835a-249f9d37cc6a/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the challenges of traditional organizational structures and the emergence of Teal organizations, highlighting the impact of these structures on employee empowerment and work dynamics. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It explores the evolution of organizational paradigms and the potential for a more holistic and self-managed approach to work. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the growing movement of teal organizations and their impact worldwide, highlighting the need for a shift in traditional work structures. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It also explores the influence of personal values and history on work behavior, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and understanding team dynamics for improved performance and contribution.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Teal organizations and their impact&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Challenges of traditional organizational structures Teal organizations are a growing movement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The impact of personal history on work behavior&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Evolution of Organizational Structures and Teal Organizations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;41:33 The Teal Movement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;49:47 The Boxed Work Environment&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:07:31 Understanding Self and Team Dynamics&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:23:11</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Work Is Broken: Building Human-Centred Teams | Margaret Ricci</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Better Not Bitter: Resilience After 50 Concussions | Nick Morrison]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into Nick Morrison's journey from a cowboy career to motivational speaking and comedy, highlighting his daily struggle with speech recovery and recognition of reality. </p><p></p><p>It also explores his work ethic and attitude transformation, emphasizing the importance of overcoming adversity and maintaining a positive mindset. </p><p></p><p>The conversation delves into the themes of resilience, self-awareness, and the healing power of comedy. It explores the 'better not bitter' mentality, the importance of self-awareness as a superpower, the 15-minute rule for processing emotions, and the role of comedy in providing reprieve and inspiration. </p><p></p><p>These themes are interwoven with personal experiences and insights, offering valuable life lessons and universal wisdom.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Overcoming adversity</li><li>Daily struggle</li><li>Positive mindset Better not bitter</li><li>Self-awareness is a superpower</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Nick's Work Ethic and Attitude Transformation</li><li>32:11 Better Not Bitter Mentality</li><li>40:43 The 15-Minute Rule</li><li>51:49 The Healing Power of Comedy</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">78753e54-6e6f-4bd1-8bc7-6c514b89de55</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 08:53:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/85d66366b7de5591989c1dd19c75307d05d702505a81dec70f173dd396867088/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3ODc1M2U1NC02ZTZmLTRiZDEtOGJjNy02YzUxNGI4OWRlNTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmNmY4YWViMjc5ZDMyNjc3OTczNjE2L2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtM19fOS0yNi0zOC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="124436628" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/78753e54-6e6f-4bd1-8bc7-6c514b89de55/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into Nick Morrison&apos;s journey from a cowboy career to motivational speaking and comedy, highlighting his daily struggle with speech recovery and recognition of reality. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It also explores his work ethic and attitude transformation, emphasizing the importance of overcoming adversity and maintaining a positive mindset. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the themes of resilience, self-awareness, and the healing power of comedy. It explores the &apos;better not bitter&apos; mentality, the importance of self-awareness as a superpower, the 15-minute rule for processing emotions, and the role of comedy in providing reprieve and inspiration. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;These themes are interwoven with personal experiences and insights, offering valuable life lessons and universal wisdom.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Overcoming adversity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Daily struggle&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Positive mindset Better not bitter&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Self-awareness is a superpower&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Nick&apos;s Work Ethic and Attitude Transformation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;32:11 Better Not Bitter Mentality&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;40:43 The 15-Minute Rule&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;51:49 The Healing Power of Comedy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:04:49</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Better Not Bitter: Resilience After 50 Concussions | Nick Morrison</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Fear to Fascination: What Fear Reveals About Us | Sean Courtney]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What can fear teach us about leadership, confidence, and how people behave under pressure?<br /></p><p>In this episode of Vantage Point Conversations, Colin Parsons speaks with Sean Courtney, founder of From Dusk till Sean, about paranormal investigation, fear, curiosity, personal growth, and unconventional team building.<br /></p><p>Sean shares how a frightening childhood experience became a lifelong fascination with the paranormal —-and eventually a business. But this conversation goes beyond ghosts. </p><p></p><p>It explores how fear reveals the way people communicate, trust, lead, support each other, and respond to uncertainty.</p><p>Together, Colin and Sean discuss confidence, self-awareness, team dynamics, communication under pressure, and why unfamiliar experiences can teach us things that normal workplace conversations often cannot.<br /></p><p>This episode is for leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, managers, and growth-minded professionals interested in personal development, leadership, fear, confidence, team behaviour, and seeing growth from a different angle.</p><p></p><p>Vantage Point Conversations explores leadership, work, growth, and life through longform conversations with people who see the world differently.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">bb19cce4-3d35-42e2-80a5-303b3db9fd86</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:27:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/4756acf744812872645678dec740f694c3e4ff08f6553ab3f03bde29590b701e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiYjE5Y2NlNC0zZDM1LTQyZTItODBhNS0zMDNiM2RiOWZkODYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmMDU5MTlmZjQxN2UwYjNmMGUxYTUwL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMjhfXzgtNTItOS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="141078926" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/bb19cce4-3d35-42e2-80a5-303b3db9fd86/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What can fear teach us about leadership, confidence, and how people behave under pressure?&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Vantage Point Conversations, Colin Parsons speaks with Sean Courtney, founder of From Dusk till Sean, about paranormal investigation, fear, curiosity, personal growth, and unconventional team building.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sean shares how a frightening childhood experience became a lifelong fascination with the paranormal —-and eventually a business. But this conversation goes beyond ghosts. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It explores how fear reveals the way people communicate, trust, lead, support each other, and respond to uncertainty.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Together, Colin and Sean discuss confidence, self-awareness, team dynamics, communication under pressure, and why unfamiliar experiences can teach us things that normal workplace conversations often cannot.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is for leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, managers, and growth-minded professionals interested in personal development, leadership, fear, confidence, team behaviour, and seeing growth from a different angle.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Vantage Point Conversations explores leadership, work, growth, and life through longform conversations with people who see the world differently.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:13:29</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>From Fear to Fascination: What Fear Reveals About Us | Sean Courtney</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[What happens when leadership moves beyond control? | Nicola Robins]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p></p><p>In this episode of Vantage Point Conversations, Colin Parsons speaks with Nicola about sustainable leadership, Indigenous knowledge systems, intuition, uncertainty, and the limits of conventional strategy.<br /></p><p>Nicola’s work explores sustainable transition, embodied intelligence, pattern recognition, and how leaders can make wiser decisions in complex systems. Together, they discuss why rational planning alone is not enough, what the body can teach us, and how older knowledge systems can help us listen differently.<br /></p><p>This conversation moves through sacred land, illness, healing, strategy, sustainability, organisational change, and the deeper intelligence we often ignore in professional life.</p><p>For leaders, entrepreneurs, consultants, coaches, and growth-minded professionals, this episode offers a thoughtful challenge: maybe the future is not something to control, but something to meet with more humility, attention, and wisdom.<br /></p><p>Topics include sustainable leadership, Indigenous knowledge, intuition, systems thinking, uncertainty, personal growth, embodied intelligence, and organisational change.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">5be9f8e3-89f7-4a71-921a-18308ecb24e5</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:30:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/2f394428005b12410d88f32abad5fe5ec19d0ed8cd5feb1ebf5136ceb338920b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1YmU5ZjhlMy04OWY3LTRhNzEtOTIxYS0xODMwOGVjYjI0ZTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllZGI5OTZhZWQ3OTA4ZDc2MzNmNDdiL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMjZfXzktNy0xLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="155024552" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/5be9f8e3-89f7-4a71-921a-18308ecb24e5/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Vantage Point Conversations, Colin Parsons speaks with Nicola about sustainable leadership, Indigenous knowledge systems, intuition, uncertainty, and the limits of conventional strategy.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Nicola’s work explores sustainable transition, embodied intelligence, pattern recognition, and how leaders can make wiser decisions in complex systems. Together, they discuss why rational planning alone is not enough, what the body can teach us, and how older knowledge systems can help us listen differently.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation moves through sacred land, illness, healing, strategy, sustainability, organisational change, and the deeper intelligence we often ignore in professional life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For leaders, entrepreneurs, consultants, coaches, and growth-minded professionals, this episode offers a thoughtful challenge: maybe the future is not something to control, but something to meet with more humility, attention, and wisdom.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Topics include sustainable leadership, Indigenous knowledge, intuition, systems thinking, uncertainty, personal growth, embodied intelligence, and organisational change.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:20:44</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>What happens when leadership moves beyond control? | Nicola Robins</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Growth Gets Harder as You Scale | Mariana Jolles]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <b>Vantage Point Conversations</b>, Colin Parsons speaks with <b>Mariana Jolles</b>, co-founder of <b>Dango</b>, about what actually changes as a business grows.</p><p>They explore the hidden ceilings founders hit, why doing everything yourself eventually becomes a liability, how delegation really works in practice, and why values shape both teams and client relationships more than most leaders realise.</p><p>This is a conversation for <b>leaders, founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-minded professionals</b> who want to build better businesses without getting trapped in overload.</p><p><b>In this conversation:</b></p><ul><li>business growth and founder bottlenecks</li><li>delegation and letting go</li><li>scaling without losing depth</li><li>leadership, values, and client fit</li><li>team capacity and growth ceilings</li><li>what responsible growth actually looks like</li></ul><p><b>Guest:</b> Mariana Jolles, Co-Founder of Dango<br />LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariana-jolles" target="_blank">Mariana Jolles</a><br />Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://tango.digital" target="_blank">Dango</a></p><p>Subscribe for more longform conversations with thoughtful leaders, founders, and operators on business, work, growth, and perspective.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">50837e24-4f8d-4184-ae3f-360ebdd57e80</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:53:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/3b3f4ed9ddf2d67e10b1e73a49e0579fee1a99463ce3bf6fc682e278b72e974e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1MDgzN2UyNC00ZjhkLTQxODQtYWUzZi0zNjBlYmRkNTdlODAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllOWRjYmNmNDAzMjUxYjhkMDg5Y2JmL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMjNfXzEwLTQ3LTU2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="157513917" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/50837e24-4f8d-4184-ae3f-360ebdd57e80/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Vantage Point Conversations&lt;/b&gt;, Colin Parsons speaks with &lt;b&gt;Mariana Jolles&lt;/b&gt;, co-founder of &lt;b&gt;Dango&lt;/b&gt;, about what actually changes as a business grows.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They explore the hidden ceilings founders hit, why doing everything yourself eventually becomes a liability, how delegation really works in practice, and why values shape both teams and client relationships more than most leaders realise.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is a conversation for &lt;b&gt;leaders, founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-minded professionals&lt;/b&gt; who want to build better businesses without getting trapped in overload.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In this conversation:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;business growth and founder bottlenecks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;delegation and letting go&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;scaling without losing depth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;leadership, values, and client fit&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;team capacity and growth ceilings&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;what responsible growth actually looks like&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Guest:&lt;/b&gt; Mariana Jolles, Co-Founder of Dango&lt;br /&gt;LinkedIn: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariana-jolles&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Mariana Jolles&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Website: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://tango.digital&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Dango&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe for more longform conversations with thoughtful leaders, founders, and operators on business, work, growth, and perspective.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:22:02</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Why Growth Gets Harder as You Scale | Mariana Jolles</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[ADHD: Disorder or Superpower? | Chris Marsh]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this conversation, Colin Parsons and Christopher Marsh discuss a range of topics, including ADHD, therapy, hypnotherapy, trauma, and the impact of labels.</p><p></p><p>They explore the misconceptions about ADHD and the feedback experiences associated with it.</p><p></p><p>The conversation delves into the physiological differences of ADHD and the impact of childhood experiences on mental health.</p><p></p><p>The impact of stress, anxiety, coping mechanisms, and self-worth, exploring the multi-layered experiences of ADHD and the limitations of the NHS care pathways for ADHD diagnosis. It also highlights the real-world applicability of ADHD, reframing procrastination, and embracing ADHD as a unique perspective.</p><p></p><p>The importance of understanding oneself, career choices, and challenging conventional knowledge is emphasized, along with the evolutionary process of understanding and the power of open-mindedness and growth.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>ADHD is not a disorder but a different operating system</li><li>Labels and feedback experiences can have a significant impact on mental health</li><li>Understanding the physiological differences of ADHD and the impact of childhood experiences on mental health Understanding the impact of stress, anxiety, and coping mechanisms</li><li>Embracing ADHD as a unique perspective</li><li>The importance of self-discovery and self-awareness in personal growth</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Channel Growth</li><li>11:54 Understanding Hypnotherapy and Trauma</li><li>18:59 Impact of Labels and ADHD Physiology</li><li>26:56 Misconceptions about ADHD and Feedback Experiences</li><li>36:39 Understanding Coping Mechanisms and Self-Worth</li><li>42:43 Embracing ADHD and Overcoming Stress</li><li>48:12 Challenging Conventional Knowledge</li><li>55:30 The Power of Open-Mindedness and Growth</li><li>01:04:13 Challenging Conventional Knowledge</li><li>01:09:30 Understanding Self and Environment</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d49aa0a9-7cf9-42c2-b0dd-2a4e1259e554</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:07:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9f4ba62c67d369dfe7dbef78b48267400eeb3d991c2f79e64fc52a27c3d149fd/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkNDlhYTBhOS03Y2Y5LTQyYzItYjBkZC0yYTRlMTI1OWU1NTQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllMjRiZjJhNmQ1N2YxMTc4OGY4ZjhiL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMTdfXzE3LTQtMTgubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="110185264" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/d49aa0a9-7cf9-42c2-b0dd-2a4e1259e554/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this conversation, Colin Parsons and Christopher Marsh discuss a range of topics, including ADHD, therapy, hypnotherapy, trauma, and the impact of labels.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They explore the misconceptions about ADHD and the feedback experiences associated with it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the physiological differences of ADHD and the impact of childhood experiences on mental health.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The impact of stress, anxiety, coping mechanisms, and self-worth, exploring the multi-layered experiences of ADHD and the limitations of the NHS care pathways for ADHD diagnosis. It also highlights the real-world applicability of ADHD, reframing procrastination, and embracing ADHD as a unique perspective.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The importance of understanding oneself, career choices, and challenging conventional knowledge is emphasized, along with the evolutionary process of understanding and the power of open-mindedness and growth.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;ADHD is not a disorder but a different operating system&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Labels and feedback experiences can have a significant impact on mental health&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Understanding the physiological differences of ADHD and the impact of childhood experiences on mental health Understanding the impact of stress, anxiety, and coping mechanisms&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Embracing ADHD as a unique perspective&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of self-discovery and self-awareness in personal growth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction and Channel Growth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:54 Understanding Hypnotherapy and Trauma&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;18:59 Impact of Labels and ADHD Physiology&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;26:56 Misconceptions about ADHD and Feedback Experiences&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;36:39 Understanding Coping Mechanisms and Self-Worth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;42:43 Embracing ADHD and Overcoming Stress&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;48:12 Challenging Conventional Knowledge&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;55:30 The Power of Open-Mindedness and Growth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:04:13 Challenging Conventional Knowledge&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:09:30 Understanding Self and Environment&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:16:31</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>ADHD: Disorder or Superpower? | Chris Marsh</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Accidentally Ambitious | Jane Helman]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>This conversation with Jane Helman delves into the journey of entrepreneurship, exploring themes such as imposter syndrome, self-discovery, and the impact of burnout. <br /><br />We also discuss the influence of childhood experiences and her reluctance to embrace entrepreneurship. <br /><br />We tackle embracing external validation, discovering business potential, overcoming self-sabotage and avoidance, accepting compliments and building confidence, navigating goal setting and vision, and adapting to changing directions in business.</p><p></p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Imposter Syndrome</li><li>Starting a Business Embracing external validation</li><li>The importance of taking small steps</li><li>The significance of following the breadcrumbs</li><li>Overcoming self-sabotage and avoidance</li><li>The value of reflection and flexibility in business Small steps lead to big changes</li><li>Mentors can provide valuable guidance</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Discovering Personal Superpowers and Overcoming Reluctance</li><li>31:06 Discovering Business Potential</li><li>36:18 Accepting Compliments and Building Confidence</li><li>43:45 Adapting to Changing Directions in Business</li><li>59:08 Overcoming Fears and Seeking Help</li><li>01:04:15 Utilizing AI for Problem-Solving and Decision-Making</li><li>01:09:19 The Power of Conversation and Self-Solving</li><li>01:14:28 Overcoming Fear of Judgment and Putting Ideas Out There</li><li>01:19:47 The Significance of Releasing Offerings and Solutions<br /><p>Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!<br /><br />Link to Warmur <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bewarmur.com/" target="_blank">https://bewarmur.com/</a></p></li></ul><p></p><p>Colin</p><p>X</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">85c24dc3-d27a-411a-9b3b-4351e34fac18</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:50:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/10321d4cff98c6e7f217c37994763bfc41ceedcb5fffbb05fc310f07550e3391/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4NWMyNGRjMy1kMjdhLTQxMWEtOWIzYi00MzUxZTM0ZmFjMTgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllMGYxMDZhOTAwOTgwNzMzNTYyYWRmL2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMTZfXzE2LTI0LTYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="124436210" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/85c24dc3-d27a-411a-9b3b-4351e34fac18/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;This conversation with Jane Helman delves into the journey of entrepreneurship, exploring themes such as imposter syndrome, self-discovery, and the impact of burnout. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We also discuss the influence of childhood experiences and her reluctance to embrace entrepreneurship. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We tackle embracing external validation, discovering business potential, overcoming self-sabotage and avoidance, accepting compliments and building confidence, navigating goal setting and vision, and adapting to changing directions in business.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Imposter Syndrome&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Starting a Business Embracing external validation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of taking small steps&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The significance of following the breadcrumbs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Overcoming self-sabotage and avoidance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The value of reflection and flexibility in business Small steps lead to big changes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mentors can provide valuable guidance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Discovering Personal Superpowers and Overcoming Reluctance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;31:06 Discovering Business Potential&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;36:18 Accepting Compliments and Building Confidence&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;43:45 Adapting to Changing Directions in Business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;59:08 Overcoming Fears and Seeking Help&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:04:15 Utilizing AI for Problem-Solving and Decision-Making&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:09:19 The Power of Conversation and Self-Solving&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:14:28 Overcoming Fear of Judgment and Putting Ideas Out There&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:19:47 The Significance of Releasing Offerings and Solutions&lt;br /&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hope you enjoy it as much as I did!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Link to Warmur &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://bewarmur.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://bewarmur.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Colin&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;X&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:26:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Accidentally Ambitious | Jane Helman</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome to Vantage Point Conversations by Colin Parsons]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Colin Parsons introduces Vantage Point Conversations, a platform for unscripted conversations with everyday experts. The channel aims to explore the wisdom, knowledge, integrity, and identity of individuals without ego and agenda.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Everyday experts share wisdom</li><li>Unscripted conversations</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Vantage Point Conversations</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2157b0fd-717b-4737-925c-e0c6586997e3</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Colin Parsons]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:08:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c4dc439612974c0c8e1f5fc72a590eac73ab932a52da8c02a52649eeee6b7ee8/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyMTU3YjBmZC03MTdiLTQ3MzctOTI1Yy1lMGM2NTg2OTk3ZTMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI2OWQyNTgzOC0xZWM1LTQyYTAtYTQ1OC0yNzc1MmMyYmU1MGIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTZlNDZhMTgyMmNjNzg1ZjQ1M2ZmZTMiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljMjZlYjA3NDEzZDcxYjljYzg2ZmQ4L2NvbGluLXBhcnNvbnNzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTMtMjRfXzEyLTAtMC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="380151" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/episodes/2157b0fd-717b-4737-925c-e0c6586997e3/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Colin Parsons introduces Vantage Point Conversations, a platform for unscripted conversations with everyday experts. The channel aims to explore the wisdom, knowledge, integrity, and identity of individuals without ego and agenda.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Everyday experts share wisdom&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Unscripted conversations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction to Vantage Point Conversations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:00:47</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/69d25838-1ec5-42a0-a458-27752c2be50b/logos/d583ae93-a3ed-4ef8-a186-8e379d58457d.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Welcome to Vantage Point Conversations by Colin Parsons</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>