Podcast
The Interbeing Project
Hosted by Ivan H. Lee and Charlene Yu Vaughn · EN
A philosophy and practice with Buddhist roots, Interbeing underscores the interconnectedness and interdependence of all elements of existence. It actualizes through mindful living and compassionate actions.
Our mission is to empower and inspire business leaders through ideas and actions rooted in the philosophy of Interbeing, fostering a global culture of interconnectedness and mutual growth. Through our content, change agents and decision-makers will be moved to build bridges that enable a new level of global good.
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S1E14: Rashelle Tanner
Dec 500:45:22Tap to summarizeRashelle leads compliance and ethics learning and culture work in some of the most complex environments in tech. She has redesigned how companies talk about integrity and values, turning dry policies into real stories about people, choices, and consequences. She also teaches future leaders how to connect law, ethics, and everyday behavior in a way that feels human.Today, we will explore how to get to a place where you can see something clearly, both the big V vision that stretches over the years and the small v vision for your day. We will talk about what it means to make room for a vision to form, why vision is never a solo effort, and how you can help others gain clarity without jumping too quickly into goals and decisions.
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S1E13: Dr. Jonathan Reichental
Oct 800:40:24Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we spoke with Dr. Jonathan Reichental, an award-winning technology leader and professor, whose career has spanned both the private and public sectors. He has served as chief information officer at both O’Reilly Media and the City of Palo Alto, California, and is currently the founder of an advisory, investment, and education firm, Human Future. He has a regular column in Forbes and has written many books including Smart Cities for Dummies, Exploring Smart Cities Activity Book for Kids, and Exploring Cities Bedtime Rhymes. His latest includes Data Governance for Dummies and Cryptocurrency QuickStart Guide.
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S1E12: Maria Egan
Sep 1400:45:34Tap to summarizeMaria Egan is the Global Head of Music at Riot Games, where she’s shaping how music weaves into gaming, esports, and storytelling experiences that reach millions of fans worldwide. She has collaborated with artists from Lil Nas X and NewJeans to Porter Robinson, and she’s been recognized by Billboard as one of the most influential women in music. She views music as a vehicle of belonging, a means of creating shared memories and emotional connections across boundaries. And she’s asking profound questions about creativity in the age of AI, about how we protect and nurture culture when technology is advancing at an unprecedented rate, and about what it takes to lead teams with empathy and psychological safety.In this episode, we explore how creativity becomes stronger in relationships, how leaders can hold space for interdependence, and what it means to stay grounded in the human magic of art and connection.Watch a sample of her team's work here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbLemOwzdxk&list=PLbAFXJC0J5Gbogs-3Jk3nay0sAeAqi3SS&index=4
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S1E11: Alex D. Tremble
Aug 2600:43:11Tap to summarizeAlex D. Tremble is the Founder and CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions, a bestselling author, executive coach, and trusted advisor to senior leaders. Through GPS, Alex leads a team that transforms executive leadership teams in fast-growing and enterprise organizations by solving the challenges that slow execution, erode trust, and stall business performance. With over a decade of experience coaching Fortune 500 executives, government leaders, and high-growth firms, Alex delivers results-driven strategies rooted in his TP3™ framework: Trust, Proactivity, Productivity, and Profitability.
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S1E10: Stefani Okamoto
Jul 3000:42:07Tap to summarizeStefani Okamoto is an authentic leader with over 20 years of experience synthesizing complex ideas and making a lasting impact. She is a strategic thinker with a track record of elevating the customer and learner experience. As the Director of Manager Excellence at ServiceNow, Stefani’s mission is to provide role clarity and enhance manager skills and competencies, while ensuring every manager places genuine care for each team member at the heart of their leadership. She is dedicated to shaping the future of management at ServiceNow, ensuring managers are well-equipped to lead effectively and employees thrive under their guidance in an environment where they can do their best work. Management Excellence is her passion; being an exceptional manager is her purpose.
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S1E9: Rajkumari Neogy
Jul 1000:32:04Tap to summarizeRajkumari Neogy (he/she) is the CEO of iBelong, a platform offering on-demand resources for workplaces dedicated to building inclusive and resonant cultures. With more than two decades of experience as an epigenetic coach and consultant focusing on the intersection of neurobiology, culture and empathy, Neogy combines a rare blend of scientific prowess and emotion to reimagine leadership.
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S1E8: Julie Castro Abrams
Jun 2500:27:23Tap to summarizeJulie Castro Abrams is the founder and Managing Partner of How Women Invest, an early-stage venture firm supporting high-growth, women-founded enterprises. A seasoned CEO, board director, and champion for women entrepreneurs, Julie has dedicated her career to advancing women’s leadership through capital, training, and networks. As CEO of How Women Lead, she has been instrumental in reshaping systems to promote equity, including spearheading the successful passage of California’s Senate Bill 826, mandating gender diversity on corporate boards.In this episode, Julie shares her journey lifting systemic barriers women face in leadership and venture capital. The conversation highlights the importance of collective action, the power of community, and the need to invest in women to drive systemic change.
Transcribe →S1E7: Cynthia Pong JD
Jun 1600:38:46Tap to summarizeCynthia Pong, JD, is an award-winning executive coach, speaker, author, and Forbes Contributor for Leadership Strategy. As the Founder and CEO of Embrace Change, she leads an elite, all-BIPOC team specializing in coaching high-performing women of color. Embrace Change also partners with leading organizations across various sectors, including government, technology, and beyond, to deliver transformative programs in employee engagement, leadership development, and executive coaching. In this episode, we discuss the benefits (and complexities) of allyship in the workplace. We explore the challenges of navigating corporate inclusion, the generational shifts in workplace values, and the interconnectedness of societal issues. Cynthia introduces her C-Care framework, emphasizing compassion, curiosity, and action as essential components of effective allyship. We also touch on the role of AI in promoting ethical practices and the importance of addressing trauma in the pursuit of allyship.
Transcribe →S1E6: William Tsou
May 7, 202500:26:11Tap to summarizeOur guest today is William Tsou, CEO of ProKitchen, founder of Next UT, and a retired VP at Fusheng Group (the leading manufacturer of golf clubs in the world). We explore how adjusting the frequency of thought that you broadcast into the environment impacts those around you, and how humor ameliorates sticky situations.
Transcribe →S1E5: Axel Robinson
Apr 30, 202500:26:32Tap to summarizeAxel Robinson is a visionary leader, technologist, and strategist who thrives at the intersection of innovation, technology, and business transformation. As a thought leader, he has built a reputation for leading large-scale, organization-wide initiatives that optimize performance, enhance customer experience, and drive measurable results. He specializes in solving complex business challenges that redefine the bottom line and position teams for long-term success.
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