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Evolve Move Play Podcast

Bridging Body and Mind: A Deep Dive with ETHAN HSIEH | EMP Podcast 132

Feb 8, 2024
Ethan Hsieh, director of community development at the Vervaeke Foundation, explores the philosophy of movement, impact of theater on personal development, and the nuances of cognitive science. This episode challenges the boundaries between body and mind, discussing embodiment, movement culture, love, relationships, and the transformative power of movement. The conversation also highlights the connection between skateboarding, punk culture, and the need for belonging, as well as the impact of capitalism on relationships. They delve into the power of storytelling and exemplifying virtue, while discussing their philosophical lens for physical practices and transformational coaching.
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Episode guests

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Quick takeaways

  • Integrating different disciplines leads to a richer understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
  • Movements practices offer a sense of meaning, belonging, and a way to navigate the complexities of life.

Deep dives

The Relationship Between Theater, Movement Culture, Parkour, and John Vervakey's Work

The guest, Ethan Ciano, discusses his background in theater and how it intersects with movement culture, parkour, and John Vervakey's work. He explains that his theater training led him to explore the integration of physical movement and performance. He shares his journey of research and experimentation, creating his own methodology called Tiamat that leverages performance and embodiment. Ciano also highlights the importance of integrating physical and mental aspects in performance and how John Vervakey's work provided him with the vocabulary to articulate and deepen his understanding of this integration.

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