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The Golden Cage
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Welcome to The Golden Cage – the podcast and vodcast with Bernard Moerman, created for everyone who feels there’s more inside them than their current work or life reveals. Maybe you’re stuck in a golden cage without even realizing it. You’re doing what you’re good at, using your talents, yet deep down something keeps whispering: Is this really it?
In these episodes, we take you on a journey of insight and growth. Together we’ll explore:
How to awaken from your golden cage
What it means to truly choose your own path
How to rise beyond your zone of talent and create greater impact
Stories of people who broke free or transformed their cage
Whether you’ve only just noticed you feel stuck, are already on the road to change, or use your talents but still miss the bigger picture – this podcast is for you.
Listen, watch, and discover with Bernard how you can reshape your own reality.
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Help, my daddy is a coach
Dec 1501:08:07Tap to summarize“Help, my daddy is a coach” – a conversation with Karl Mortier on The Golden Cage Podcast In this episode of The Golden Cage, host Bernard Moerman speaks with Karl Mortier about talent, mentorship and what truly makes people unique. We all have more than one talent. The real power lies not in being the best at one thing, but in understanding how the combination of your talents creates a unique advantage. Being average at several things can sometimes be your greatest strength. Karl shares why mentors play a crucial role in talent development, especially in moments when things don’t go as planned. A mentor doesn’t give answers, but helps you grow by asking the right questions. And often, the right mentor only appears when you are truly ready to receive honest feedback. A thoughtful conversation about growth, responsibility and becoming who you are meant to be. 🎙️ Guest: Karl Mortier 🌐 https://www.karlmortier.be/ 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlmortier/ 🤝 Sponsors of this episode: UPTIMISE 🌐 https://www.uptimise.com 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/uptimise/ CREATIEHUIS 🌐 https://creatiehuis.be 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/creatiehuis
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Futurize Yourself
Nov 2401:04:11Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Golden Cage, host Bernard Moerman talks with Tom Meyers about what it really means to Futurize Yourself. And it doesn’t start with technology — it starts with deep self-knowledge. Tom explains how understanding who you are and what you want is the foundation for navigating an uncertain future. He shares how he wrote down his personal blueprints 25 years ago, turning an unknown path into a prepared and intentional journey. A powerful conversation about identity, purpose and taking ownership of your future in a world that never stops changing. 🎙️ Guest: Tom Meyers 🌐 https://www.futurizeyourself.com 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/meyerstom/ 🤝 Sponsors of this episode: UPTIMISE 🌐 https://www.uptimise.com 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/uptimise/ CREATIEHUIS 🌐 https://creatiehuis.be 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/creatiehuis
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The Perfect Presentation
Nov 1201:07:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Golden Cage, host Bernard Moerman talks with Elke Van Parys about what truly makes a presentation powerful. It’s not about perfection — it’s about honesty, passion and authenticity. Whether you’re presenting yourself, your work or your ideas, people will only remember how you made them feel. Elke explains that the foundation of every great presentation is care: your audience needs to feel seen, heard and valued. When they sense your sincerity, connection follows naturally. A thoughtful conversation about authenticity, leadership and the human side of communication in a world that often confuses polish with presence. 🎙️ Guest: Elke Van Parys 🌐 https://www.elkevanparys.biz/ 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/heydayselkevanparys/ 🤝 Sponsors of this episode: UPTIMISE 🌐 https://www.uptimise.com 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/uptimise/ CREATIEHUIS 🌐 https://creatiehuis.be 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/creatiehuis
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Rebel Rebel
Oct 2901:16:09Tap to summarize“Rebel, Rebel” – a conversation with Geert Van Mol on The Golden Cage Podcast In this episode of The Golden Cage, host Bernard Moerman talks with Geert Van Mol, who challenges leaders to think like rock stars and act like digital rebels. In a world where AI evolves at lightning speed, old-school leadership and siloed thinking have become obsolete. The future isn’t a plan — it’s a rhythm. Through his book and this inspiring conversation, Geert shares his manifesto that blends two passions: the creativity of music and the transformative power of digital innovation. A vibrant talk about rhythm, rebellion, and rethinking leadership in a time where change never stops. 🎙️ Guest: Geert Van Mol 🌐 https://www.wearerebelrebel.be/ 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/geert-van-mol-1779812/ 🤝 Sponsors of this episode: UPTIMISE 🌐 https://www.uptimise.com 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/uptimise/ CREATIEHUIS 🌐 https://creatiehuis.be 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/creatiehuis
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Leadership under pressure
Oct 1501:12:03Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Golden Cage, host Bernard Moerman speaks with Cedric De Vlieger, a seasoned team leader who spent 20 years working in high-pressure, life-or-death situations. One emergency call about his sick son changed everything. It forced Cedric to stop and reflect: What am I doing? What really matters? That moment led him back to what was essential: his family, and his passion for teaching, preparing, and empowering young people. Cedric doesn’t believe in work-life balance—only in life. A life he now chooses to live, aligned with his values. By adapting his passion to his current reality, Cedric is making a deep and lasting impact on everyone around him. A powerful conversation about leadership, choice, and transformation under pressure. 🎙️ Guest: Cedric De Vlieger 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-de-vlieger/ 🤝 Sponsors of this episode: UPTIMISE 🌐 https://www.uptimise.com 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/uptimise/ CREATIEHUIS 🌐 https://creatiehuis.be 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/creatiehuis
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The talent trap
Oct 101:18:19Tap to summarize🎙️ Guest: Leticia Vandemeersche 🌐 https://www.oida.be 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leticia-vandemeersche-92b4221a5/ 🤝 Sponsors of this episode: UPTIMISE 🌐 https://www.uptimise.com 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/uptimise/ CREATIEHUIS 🌐 https://creatiehuis.be 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/creatiehuis
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The CARE Principles
Sep 1501:08:46Tap to summarize“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” This powerful quote is at the heart of this premiere episode of The Golden Cage, hosted by Bernard Moerman. Isabel Verstraete, author of The CARE Principles, shares her deep insights into what truly drives people. Her model – built on Collaboration, Agility, Reliability, and Empathy – offers a practical and inspiring framework for modern leadership. This conversation is more than an interview – it’s a genuine lesson in humane, effective leadership across generations and industries. Isabel’s warmth and wisdom are tangible, making this episode a must-watch for leaders who care. 🎧 Listen, learn, and unlock your leadership potential – with The Golden Cage and Bernard Moerman. 🎙️ Guest: Isabel Verstraete 🌐 www.thecareprinciples.com 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabel-verstraete-%F0%9F%AB%B6%E2%80%8B-54a63b5/ 🤝 Sponsors of this episode: UPTIMISE 🌐 https://www.uptimise.com 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/uptimise/ CREATIEHUIS 🌐 https://creatiehuis.be 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/creatiehuis
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