Pioneer Spirit & Mainstream Thoughts
This podcast is for pioneers, entrepreneurs, and artists of all kinds and people that want to be inspired by them.
Stephanie Bachmair is the founder of B.ONFIRE. She is also a process work diplomate and executive coach/facilitator working in the organizational field with a focus on transformational leadership. She has deep communication expertise, is researching and lecturing transformational Storytelling, and is a change catalyst thanks to her process work facilitation skills.
In this podcast, she explores new ways of leader-/entrepreneurship, communication, and co-creation.
Focus areas are:
* Awareness building & inner work practices
* Resilience
* Transformational Storytelling
* Entrepreneurship
* Productivity
* Facilitating diversity & dialogue skills
* Networking & community building
* Time spirit & cultural change
Pioneer Spirit & Mainstream Thoughts
A Jewish German conversation with Philipa Bragman.
keywords
identity, belonging, responsibility, antisemitism, Jewish history, community, activism, Palestine, Germany, conversations
summary
In this conversation, Stephanie and Philippa explore complex themes of identity, belonging, and responsibility, particularly in the context of their respective backgrounds as a German and a Jewish woman. They discuss the historical implications of their identities, the impact of antisemitism, and the importance of speaking out against injustices, particularly in relation to current events in Palestine. The dialogue reflects on personal experiences, societal expectations, and the courage required to confront difficult truths.
takeaways
- The importance of open conversations about identity.
- Understanding the weight of historical responsibility.
- The complexity of belonging to a marginalized community.
- Antisemitism is a persistent issue that needs addressing and is also misused.
- Courage is required to speak out against injustices.
- Personal experiences shape our understanding of history.
- Community responses to current events are crucial.
- The role of activism in shaping societal change.
- Exploring the nuances of Jewish identity today.
- The impact of historical trauma on future generations.
Sound Bites
- "Can we have a conversation about this?"
- "What can I learn from you?"
- "How responsible do you feel?"
- "Did you have a Jewish friend?"
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
02:34
Exploring the Idea of a Conversation
09:47
Responsibility and Freedom
19:53
The Holocaust and Personal Responsibility
32:37
Speaking Out Against Injustice
37:31
Reluctance to Speak Out Against Israel
40:08
Questioning Narratives and Seeking Truth
53:07
Confronting Anti-Semitism and Ancestral Trauma
56:11
The Role of Politics and Dialogue
57:19
The Power of Bravery and Positive Impact
About the guest
Philipa Bragman lives in the north of UK and works with people from different communities across UK and internationally, supporting social justice, equality, inclusion and human rights. She uses Forum Theatre and Process Work, exploring new ways of supporting people from marginalised communities to have a more powerful and equal voice in society.
