

Clear Thinking and Changing How We Speak to One Another, feat. Kaizen Asiedu
15 snips Sep 3, 2025
Kaizen Asiedu, a Harvard Philosophy graduate and Emmy Award winner, shares insights on civil discourse in today’s polarized climate. He discusses the call for authenticity in politics and the importance of accountability, especially for younger generations facing economic challenges. Drawing from his journey in esports to life coaching, he emphasizes the need for nuanced conversations about race and compassion. Kaizen advocates for personal responsibility, urging individuals to recognize their role in societal issues while fostering critical thinking skills to combat media bias.
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From Intern To Emmy-Winning Producer
- Kaizen described his eight-year career at Riot Games where he rose from intern to lead the League of Legends World Championship production.
- He recounted producing massive live spectacles with augmented-reality elements that won sports Emmys in 2017 and 2019.
Leaving Riot For Inner Work
- After leaving Riot, Kaizen pursued healing work, retreats, and started a coaching business called The Guild for transformational leaders.
- He described going deep after 2020 and building communities that help people see themselves clearly and change.
A Single Moment Sparked Political Voice
- The Trump shooting moment catalyzed Kaizen's political voice because it revealed dehumanization and celebration of violence across sides.
- His viral response came from a visceral need to call for basic humanity in political discourse.