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Walk Talk Listen Podcast

Walk Talk Listen Podcast

By: Maurice A. Bloem
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 Walk Talk Listen, an attempt to connect people and make this world a bit better by sharing opinions and experiences based on the belief that everyone’s perspective is true albeit partial. It is also an effort to create awareness and to inspire a growing group of listeners to be engaged with the Global Goals (SDGs) and their attainment. A spin-off of the 100 mile walk. #gotheextra100mileCopyright 2020 All rights reserved. Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Courage to Hope with Fadi Daou – Walk Talk Listen (Episode 214)

    The Courage to Hope with Fadi Daou – Walk Talk Listen (Episode 214)
    Oct 22 2025
    In this episode of Walk Talk Listen, host Maurice Bloem talks with Fadi Daou, Executive Director of Globethics and one of today’s most thoughtful voices on ethics, spirituality, and leadership. Fadi shares his journey from leading the Adyan Foundation to his current work promoting ethical governance and human fraternity. He speaks about what it means to act from conviction rather than ambition, and how quitting—when done in integrity—can become a step toward renewal, not retreat. Through stories of dialogue, discernment, and moral courage, Fadi invites us to rediscover the courage to hope: a hope that resists cynicism, rebuilds trust, and reminds us of our shared humanity. Listener Engagement:
    • Discover the song picked by Fadi and other guests on our #walktalklisten here.
    • Learn more about Fadi's work via his social media handles of his organization Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
    • Connect with him personally on LinkedIn.
    • Share your feedback on this episode through our Walk Talk Listen Feedback link – your thoughts matter!
    Follow Us:
    • Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
    • Visit 100mile.org or mauricebloem.com for more episodes and information about our work.
    • Check out the special series "Enough for All" and learn more about the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • This Is Not a Xylophone: Finding Voice Through the Vibraphone with Drew Tucker – Walk Talk Listen (Episode 213)

    This Is Not a Xylophone: Finding Voice Through the Vibraphone with Drew Tucker – Walk Talk Listen (Episode 213)
    Oct 15 2025
    In this episode of Walk Talk Listen, I speak with Drew Tucker, vibraphonist, educator, and Director of the Jazz Road program at South Arts. Known for his wit, creativity, and signature reminder that “It’s not a xylophone,” Drew has spent his career reshaping how people listen — not only to instruments, but to one another. Drew shares stories of his early musical influences, his lifelong love of rhythm, and the turning points that led him from performer to cultural leader. The conversation explores the power of mentorship, the role of the arts in building community, and what it means to create spaces where young musicians can thrive. Together, Maurice and Drew reflect on sound as a language of empathy and curiosity — and how, in the right hands, a vibraphone can become an instrument of connection, creativity, and change.
    • Learn more about Drew's work via his website: Its is not an xylophone..
    • Connect with him on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Youtube.
    • Share your feedback on this episode through our Walk Talk Listen Feedback link – your thoughts matter!
    Follow Us:
    • Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
    • Visit 100mile.org or mauricebloem.com for more episodes and information about our work.
    • Check out the special series "Enough for All" and learn more about the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Faith, Education, and Human Flourishing with Martha Middlemiss Lé Mon – Walk Talk Listen (Episode 212)

    Faith, Education, and Human Flourishing with Martha Middlemiss Lé Mon – Walk Talk Listen (Episode 212)
    Oct 8 2025
    In this episode, Martha Middlemiss Lé Mon joins Maurice for a deep and thoughtful conversation about the intersections of faith, education, and human flourishing. Martha, a researcher and educator at Uppsala University’s Faculty of Theology, reflects on her work exploring how religious and worldview education can foster understanding, empathy, and coexistence in plural societies. Together, they discuss what it means to teach and learn across difference, how faith-based perspectives can enrich moral and civic education, and why spaces for open dialogue matter more than ever in today’s polarized world. The conversation weaves through themes of values, belonging, and inner development — inviting listeners to think about how education and faith together can shape more compassionate communities. Martha leads research at the Uppsala Religion and Society Research Centre and is deeply engaged in international collaborations on religious literacy, worldview education, and intercultural understanding. Her work bridges academia, policy, and practice to promote peace, equality, and meaningful dialogue. Listener Engagement:
    • Learn more about Martha’s work via her Uppsala University profile.
    • Connect with her on LinkedIn.
    • Share your feedback on this episode through our Walk Talk Listen Feedback link – your thoughts matter!
    Follow Us:
    • Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
    • Visit 100mile.org or mauricebloem.com for more episodes and information about our work.
    • Check out the special series "Enough for All" and learn more about the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).
    Show More Show Less
    1 hr and 5 mins
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