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The Modern Maze

Step into ’The Modern Maze,’ a collective exploration of the challenges our society and Earth face today. Together, we delve into the origins of our global dilemmas, asking ourselves if changing our existing systems is enough for true change or if a deeper transformation within us all is needed. Let’s forge a path towards an ecologically sustainable and socially equitable world for everyone, one conversation at a time. themodernmaze.substack.com

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#15: From Fear into Love - Breathwork & The Journey...

The Modern Maze ·

2025/08/06

When I say the word “narcissism” - what emotions, feelings, or thoughts arise in your body or mind?It’s a word with heavy implications. Because of this, we tend not to associate ourselves with it. I can speak for myself when I say I’ve had a strong aversion to admitting my own narcissistic tendencies. And I know I’m not alone in this.But what if these patterns show up more subtly than we expect? Do we see traces of narcissism playing out in our daily lives?And if we zoom out, how often do we see

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#14: How to Build a Career in Systemic Change Part 2:...

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2025/05/02

On our previous episode, Adrian Röbke and myself discussed the process to identify your unique niche to contribute to a regenerative and just future.If you did not, check out part one of this conversation here.But what now?You might feel:* ⁠ ⁠Uncertain on how to create collaborative & impactful projects* ⁠ ⁠Anxious about being able to pay your bills when you pivot your career.* ⁠ ⁠Overwhelmed by how to safeguard your well-being when engaging with complex problems.Contributing to systemic change can

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#13: How to Build a Career in Systemic Change Part 1:...

The Modern Maze ·

2025/04/01

We live in a time of overlapping crises.It's a lot to take in.You may feel:⁠ ⁠- Overwhelmed by global problems, which create so much suffering.⁠ - ⁠Frustrated about the slow pace of change while time is running out.⁠ - ⁠Confused on how you can best contribute your talents to make a difference.It often feels like a Modern Maze that keeps us powerless.But, we can choose a different story.In today’s podcast, Adrian Röbke, a network weaver & social entrepreneur and I explore tips and strategies to:1.⁠

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#12: Reflecting on 2024 and Dreaming a Vision for 2025

The Modern Maze ·

2024/12/06

Wow what a year 2024 has been. In our final episode of the year, we pause to reflect on the state of our hearts, minds and souls as we navigate the turbulence we've faced.Together, we'll craft a vision for 2025 - one born from our collective yearning for change and our shared journey. What lies ahead for The Modern Maze will be shaped by our desire for wholeness, healing and a deeper connection to the world.

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01:20:08

#11: The Power of Community in Shaping Urban Futures...

The Modern Maze ·

2024/12/04

How can we empower individuals and communities to shape their collective future? In this episode, we welcome Caroline Sanz-Veitch from Regen Melbourne to explore the transformative power of participation in city planning. Caroline dives into Regen Melbourne’s work on new urban governance, emphasising community engagement, storytelling, leadership archetypes and innovative democratic models. Together, we uncover how these approaches can inspire communities to reclaim their narratives and take

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01:02:39

#10: Building Heatwave Resilience w/ Emma Bacon of...

The Modern Maze ·

2024/11/22

With our summers growing hotter and longer, we are confronting relentless heat that reshapes daily life. Heat waves have become our deadliest environmental disaster and will increasingly become more common as the planet continues to heat up.We are joined by Emma Bacon, the founder and executive director of Sweltering Cities. Sweltering Cities, founded in 2020, focuses on advocating for liveable and equitable communities affected by extreme heat. Emma highlights the critical need for better

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01:08:42

#9: Dualism and the Separation of Heaven, Mind, Body...

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2024/10/12

In our latest episode, we'll explore how our modern worldview has fractured our understanding of reality, dividing us from nature, each other, and ourselves.For most of human history, people lived with an intimate connection to the natural world, understanding that we are part of a living, breathing ecosystem. But over time, empires rose, and the European Enlightenment introduced a new way of thinking. Nature became an object to be studied and exploited, and humans were reduced to isolated,

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#8: Positive Pathways Volume 2 - Can Gratitude Awaken...

The Modern Maze ·

2024/09/02

During the COVID-19 lockdowns in Melbourne, I began a daily gratitude practice to cope with rising anxiety and uncertainty. While life’s pace caused the practice to fade, the first half of 2024 brought intense challenges that made gratitude feel distant. However, once those challenges passed, I realised that gratitude had quietly sustained me, evolving from a daily ritual into a deep, unconscious connection with life’s simple joys and Mother Earth.Now, recognising gratitude's power within me,

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01:10:52

#7: Doughnut Economics: Designing a Regenerative...

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2024/08/05

In today’s episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Alison Whitten, the Director of Systems Lab at Regen Melbourne.Launched in November 2023 and inspired by Doughnut Economics, the Greater Melbourne City Portrait (also known as the Melbourne Doughnut) is a platform that applies diverse inputs and perspectives to create a holistic picture of Melbourne’s movement towards a safe and just place for people and planet. We dive back into the impactful concepts of Doughnut Economics and how this

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#6: The Birth of Capitalism Part 2 - Colonisation and...

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2024/07/10

In this episode, we continue our exploration into the origins of capitalism. Following the enclosures of Europe, the next chapter of this story follows the Age of Discovery, as Europeans took to the seas in search of resources, wealth and new trading routes. When Europeans started to colonise the Americas after 1492, they were not driven by the romance of 'exploration', 'discovery' and 'adventure' as our schoolbooks tell us.Guided by Dr. Jason Hickel's book 'Less is More', we will trace how

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01:11:55

#5: Exploring Climate Corruption w/ Rachel Donald of...

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2024/06/03

I am so honoured and delighted to welcome Rachel Donald from Planet: Critical as our inaugural guest on The Modern Maze.Rachel is a climate corruption journalist whose work at Planet Critical illuminates the intricate links between the climate crisis and global geopolitics. In this episode, Rachel and I explore the ongoing global resource crises, highlighting how competitive resource acquisition among nations has escalated conflicts in regions such as Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan. We discuss the

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47:07

#4: Positive Pathways Volume 1 - Overcoming the...

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2024/05/16

Recently, I've been unable to get off my phone when I start looking at the news; it usually begins with one story, and then before I know it, it's been half an hour, and I've gone down the rabbit hole. After that, I feel emotionally and physically drained. Has something like this happened to you before? This is more common than you might think. Named "doomscrolling", refers to a state of media use typically characterised as someone scrolling through their social media newsfeeds with an obsessive

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44:24

#3: The Birth of Capitalism Part 1 - Enclosures and...

The Modern Maze ·

2024/04/25

A question that I asked myself often but never knew the answer to was, "How did our economic structures emerge? Was it by accident, by design or a natural evolution of trades and markets?" I finally began getting the answers I was seeking when I read the book "Less is More" by Dr Jason Hickel, which revealed the history of capitalism and its not-so-gentle rise from the collapse of feudalism. In this episode, we will embark on a journey through the birth of capitalism, guided by this book and its

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#2: Reimagining Growth with Doughnut Economics

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2024/04/15

In this episode, we embark on a journey through the provocative insights of Kate Raworth's "Doughnut Economics", the book that began my journey towards the Modern Maze. Diving into the heart of our modern economic system, we question the long-held pursuit of endless economic growth and its alignment with the realities of our planet and society. We explore the ambitious quest to redefine the very goals of economics, shifting from the singular focus on GDP to the holistic vision of the Doughnut

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#1: Enter the Modern Maze

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2024/04/13

To ensure humanity's continued thriving, we must create an ecologically safe and socially just planet. Despite remarkable efforts by individuals and communities worldwide, we're currently grappling with multifaceted crises—from climate change to economic challenges, which threaten us with prolonged instability. Instead of racing collectively towards our shared goal of a safe planet that is just for all, we have created a maze for ourselves. We have become a fragmented and distracted species. We

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