ONE OF 8 BILLION
by TEN7
This is ONE OF 8 BILLION, a podcast about all of us.We all have a story, don’t we? We’ve all had successes and failures, joy and disappointment, love and sadness. And yet, we’ve all made it to here… to right now! Our stories are one amongst eight billion others… eight billion other stories, each of them unique, each of them grand in their own way, and each of them a window into the humanity that connects us all. ONE OF 8 BILLION tells the life stories of people from around the world. More at 1of8b.comONE OF 8 BILLION is supported by TEN7, a technology studio whose mission is to Make Things That Matter. Online at ten7.com
Episodes
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Mo Field: How Music Helps Us Shine
Summary As a choir director, songwriter, musician and vocal coach, Mo Field is driven to use the power of music to change people’s lives. She believes music can be a tool to help people shine, while also bringing them together. Guest Mo Field Highlights As a child, Mo Field’s family moved a lot,...
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Lynn Fellman: Art, Education and the “Magnificent Genome”
Summary Growing up, Lynn Fellman was fascinated by art, color and science. Today she combines those passions creating art and writing stories that inspire and educate people about the human genome. Guest Lynn Fellman Highlights An early fascination with color, and the emotional responses colors…
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Kyle Potter: Journalism that Brings People Together
Summary After years working as a journalist focused mainly on politics, Kyle Potter decided to use his talents in a different way. Now, as Executive Editor at Thrifty Traveler, he’s writing articles that help people explore, connect, and find meaning with others around the world. Guest Kyle…
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Merlin Mann: Wisdom, Meaning and Owning Your Priorities
Summary Whether he’s helping people understand what “Inbox Zero” really means, or he’s pondering our impact on the globe, writer and podcaster Merlin Mann has dedicated himself to uncovering and sharing nuggets of wisdom. Guest Merlin Mann Highlights Merlin Mann started a website called the…
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Dr. PZ Myers: Finding Meaning in Science, Truth… and Spiders
Summary For Dr. PZ Myers, spiders offer a way to unlock truth, meaning, and an appreciation for the diversity of life. Dr. Myers is a biologist at the University of Minnesota - Morris, where he studies spiders and inspires students to consider the wonders and questions that surround us. Guest Dr....
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Kamlika Chandla: A Journey of Creativity and Connection
Summary Growing up in India, Kamlika Chandla never considered the possibility that art could be both a passion and her career. After moving to America, her perspective changed as she found the courage to shift away from the corporate world to a life of creativity and creation. Guest Kamlika…
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Ashley Krohn: Igniting Passions and Potential
Summary Growing up, Ashley Krohn never considered a career as a librarian, but the more she explored the world the more she realized her passion was to educate and inspire others. Now, as a school librarian, Ashley helps young people explore the universe to find their place in the world.. Guest...
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Amy Berman: The Gift of Unconditional Love
Summary Nearly two decades ago, Amy Berman read an article that changed her life. A story about child abuse and HIV in Africa prompted her to start the Mother Bear Project. Today she has distributed nearly 200,000 handmade bears to kids in emerging nations affected by HIV/AIDS. Guest Amy Berman...
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Zeblon Vilakazi: Discovering a Path to a Better Future
Summary For Professor Zeblon Vilakazi, science is a way to open doors to the future. As a physicist and Vice Chancellor at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, Prof. Vilikazi is working to enhance our understanding of the universe and create a better future. Guest Zeblon Vilakazi...
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Jeremy Messersmith: Words, Music and Being Open to the Journey
Summary As a singer/songwriter, Jeremy Messersmith has taken a winding road to success. From working in tech support, to performing in coffee shops, to becoming a nationally acclaimed recording artist, Jeremy has forged his own path by being open to possibilities. Guest Jeremy Messersmith...
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Lindsay Guentzel: Finding Focus, Passion, and Purpose
Summary As a TV and radio producer and a podcast host, Lindsay Guentzel is used to telling other people’s stories. But recently, after her diagnosis with ADHD, she’s been coming to terms with her own story, her own potential, and how she can make a difference in the world. Guest Lindsay Guentzel...
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Amy Spurling: Imagining the Future of People Ops
Summary For Amy Spurling, the future of work is all about people. As CEO of Compt, Amy is helping companies reimagine the way they take care of their employees to create a more inclusive, more productive, happier workplace. Guest Amy Spurling Highlights While workplaces have evolved, Amy says...
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Lee Mills: Creating Moments of Shared Beauty
Summary Whether he’s bringing new life to great compositions, or he’s helping an audience connect with the music in a meaningful way, orchestra conductor Lee Mills finds joy in creating moments of beauty. Guest Lee Mills Highlights Growing up in a small town in Montana, Lee Mills never imagined a...
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Ernesto Tagwerker: The Precious Value of Time
Summary As a husband, father, and the founder of software boutique, OmbuLabs, Ernesto Tagwerker has many demands on his time. Fortunately, his experiences growing up in Buenos Aires, traveling, and starting his own businesses have taught him to value his time and to use it wisely. Guest Ernesto...
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Tolu Adeleye: Spreading Passion for Tennis and Life
Summary For Tolu Adeleye, opportunity is a gift to be nurtured and shared, and sports are a way to even the playing field for kids around the world. That’s why he co-founded AJ Tennis Academy International, using tennis to help kids in emerging economies achieve their potential. Guest Tolu…
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Jeff Eaton: Creating Sense from Complexity
Summary Jeff Eaton has always been driven to find order in the complex, whether he was teaching himself programming skills or re-evaluating his relationship with faith and religion. Now, as Partner at Autogram, he’s helping large companies make sense of their digital worlds. Guest Jeff Eaton...
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Sven Sundgaard: Changing Our Relationship with Planet Earth
Summary Even as a kid, Sven Sundgaard was driven by curiosity. He noticed snow levels were declining in Minnesota and he wondered why. His curiosity led him to become a meteorologist and to dedicate himself to educating people about the need to live in harmony with the planet. Guest Sven…
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Lindsi Gish: Putting Meaning at the Center of Work and Life
Summary For Lindsi Gish, the key to success is unlocking potential. Whether it’s creating moments of joy with her son, or helping shine light on the work of a non-profit through her agency, gish&co., Lindsi is focused on doing her part to make a difference in the world every day. Guest Lindsi…
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Lars Leafblad: The Power and Purpose of Connection
Summary Long before he co-founded his executive search firm, Ballinger | Leafblad, Lars Leafblad had a passion for connection. From organizing a college alumni network to founding PollenMidwest, Lars has provided a guiding hand, bringing people together to make a difference in the world. Guest…
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Wil Reynolds: Building a Business and Leaving a Legacy
Summary For Wil Reynolds, success in business is about more than numbers. He wants to make a lasting impact. Through his company, Seer Interactive, and his work in the community, he tries to lift others up and create a future that will be brighter for generations to come. Guest Wil Reynolds...
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Kristen Womack: Finding Connection and Meaning in the Journey
SUMMARY For Kristen Womack, the journey to Microsoft started with a simple question, “Should we go east or west?” The answer took a post-high school Kristen to Portland, Oregon where she got her first chance to work with computers and where she was inspired to continue her education. GUEST…
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Will Steger: Polar Explorer, Educator, Environmental Warrior
SUMMARY From his early days climbing trees in his backyard to his pioneering work as a polar explorer, Will Steger discusses the path that led him to be a leader in the battle to save our planet. GUEST Will Steger HIGHLIGHTS Will Steger grew up idolizing Huck Finn, and he internalized the...
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Ivan Stegic: Formula for an Episode
SUMMARY To mark the first episode of the rebranded podcast, ONE OF 8 BILLION, host Ivan Stegic tells his own origin story, how he found his way from South Africa to Minneapolis, and how he views his place in the Universe as both unique and connected to the rest of the world. GUEST Ivan Stegic...
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Ivan Stegic: A Short Podcast Hiatus
SUMMARY The TEN7 Podcast is going on hiatus, we’ll be back in the New Year with a new look to the show. GUEST Ivan Stegic HIGHLIGHTS - After 123 Episodes, The TEN7 Podcast is taking a short hiatus. - This is a natural evolution timed to coincide with the launch of our new website. - The podcast...
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Ethan Marcotte: Using Web Design to Foster Conversations, Access and Meaning
SUMMARY Ethan Marcotte was the first to introduce the term “responsive web design” as he searched for ways to move away from static presentations toward sites that are more accessible and driven by user needs. GUEST Ethan Marcotte HIGHLIGHTS Ethan was an English Major in college, but he credits…
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Gareth van Onselen: Vaccination Rates and Political Chaos - Comparing Experiences in South Africa and the United States
SUMMARY While the U.S. moves toward normalcy, South Africa is struggling with low vaccine rates and a rise in the Delta variant, fanning the flames of an already contentious political landscape. GUEST Gareth van Onselen, South African journalist, political analyst and author HIGHLIGHTS Failures…
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Eric Meyer: Changing the Way the World Meets the Web
SUMMARY A presentation at a conference in Paris led Eric Meyer into a new world as he dove into the early days of CSS and helped transform the way we interact with the web. GUEST Eric Meyer, CSS pioneer and author HIGHLIGHTS Eric started as a “hypermedia systems specialist” at Case Western…
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Ernesto Morales: Design for Discovery and Delight
SUMMARY Ernesto Morales discusses how his past and his passions came together to create Studio Malagón, and how design can be a catalyst for creativity and community. GUEST Ernesto Morales, founder and creative director of Studio Malagón HIGHLIGHTS Ernesto studied communications in college, but…
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Matt Martin: The Power of Time as a Precious Commodity
SUMMARY Matt Martin discusses his winding career path and what he has learned about taking chances and valuing the commodity of time. GUEST Matt Martin, co-founder and CEO of Clockwise HIGHLIGHTS Despite early interest, Matt didn’t initially pursue a career in computer software because he didn’t...
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Meeting the Moment Part 5: Hopeful Signs For Decarceration and Social Justice
SUMMARY In the last episode of a special five-part series, Terin Patel-Wilson, with special guest Tarra Simmons, talks about signs of hope and how the United States might finally be ready to seriously address criminal justice reform. GUESTS Terin Patel-Wilson, Project Manager at Recidiviz Tarra...
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Meeting the Moment Part 4: The Power of Human-Centered Design in Criminal Justice Reform
SUMMARY In the fourth of a special five-part series, Serena Chang, with special guest Tarra Simmons, discusses how human-centered design could lead to more effective criminal justice programs. GUESTS Serena Chang, Product Manager at Recidiviz Tarra Simmons, Washington State legislator who spent...
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Meeting the Moment Part 3: Confronting Racism and Bias in Criminal Justice Data
SUMMARY In the third of a special five-part series, Julia Dressel, with special guest Tarra Simmons, discusses how Recidiviz is confronting racism and bias in criminal justice data. GUESTS Julia Dressel, software engineer at Recidiviz Tarra Simmons, Washington State legislator who spent time in...
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Meeting the Moment Part 2: Partnering with Government to Improve Criminal Justice Outcomes
SUMMARY In the second of a special five-part series, Andrew Warren, with special guest Tarra Simmons, discusses how data might open new doors as states look to reform criminal justice systems. GUESTS Andrew Warren, Head of Product at Recidiviz Tarra Simmons, Washington State legislator who spent...
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Meeting the Moment Part 1: Mass Incarceration A Uniquely American Problem
SUMMARY In the first of a special five-part series, John Tilley, with special guest Tarra Simmons, shines a light on how the United States has become the global leader in mass incarceration. GUESTS John Tilley, Head of State Engagement at Recidiviz Tarra Simmons, Washington State legislator who...
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Danny Sigelman: Spreading the Joy and Community of Music
SUMMARY Danny Sigelman discusses his musical journey from Minnesota to China and back again and how he has found joy in exposing people to music. GUEST Danny Sigelman, artist, DJ, drummer, and author of Heyday: 35 years of Music in Minneapolis HIGHLIGHTS Danny got early exposure to music…
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Erica Hanna: Unleashing the Power of Video Storytelling
SUMMARY Erica Hanna is driven by a belief that anyone can be a storyteller if they are given the tools and the confidence to let their voice be heard. GUEST Erica Hanna, Owner of Puke Rainbows Creative HIGHLIGHTS Puke Rainbows Creative takes its name from a hashtag Erica started, urging people to...
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Jennette Turner: Simple and Rational Steps to Better Health and Nutrition
SUMMARY Health and wellness leader, Jennette Turner, discusses her journey, learning to make healthier and more rational food choices and helping others find what works for them. GUEST Jennette Turner, public health and wellness leader HIGHLIGHTS Jennette first started cooking in college…
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Edouard Mathieu: An Open Data Approach to Solving the World’s Problems
SUMMARY Edouard Mathieu, from Our World in Data, says data can be a force for change as we address problems ranging from COVID to climate change. GUEST Edouard Mathieu: Head of Data - Our World in Data HIGHLIGHTS Our World in Data was founded on the premise that data can tell stories about what…
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Coleman Rollins: Creating a Startup to Help the World Breathe Easier
SUMMARY Coleman Rollins tells how his startup company, Breathe99, went from Kickstarter failure to the cover of Time magazine. GUEST Coleman Rollins: Co-founder of Breathe99 HIGHLIGHTS Coleman’s co-founder got the idea for the mask after studying abroad in Singapore, where the air is very…
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The Best of The TEN7 Podcast 2020
SUMMARY For a while it felt like it would never happen, but 2020 did, finally, come to an end. Still, in the midst of a difficult year, we still managed to connect, listen and learn from a wide variety of interesting guests. This is a selection of just some of the conversations that educated and...
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Gavin King: Becoming DJ Aphrodite - Using Technology to Make the World Dance
SUMMARY Gavin King discusses his evolution from computer programmer to renowned music innovator, DJ Aphrodite, and how he learned to trust that what makes him want to dance will make the world dance too. GUEST Gavin King, DJ Aphrodite HIGHLIGHTS Gavin King wasn’t a great student, but his natural...
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Mary Jo Hoffman: From Functions to Form - The Search for Richness (and Stillness) in Life
SUMMARY The creator of STILL discusses her journey from aerospace engineering to artist, and how she learned the difference between a rich career and a rich life. GUEST Mary Jo Hoffman, visual artist, nature photographer HIGHLIGHTS Mary Jo had a natural gift for math and science but didn’t…
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Thibaud Clément: How Loomly Helps Solve the "Blank Canvas" Effect
SUMMARY Loomly CEO, Thibaud Clément, discusses how international travel (and a candy store startup business) helped him understand the need for connection and collaboration, even in a digital world. GUEST Thibaud Clément, Founder and CEO at Loomly.com HIGHLIGHTS Thibaud and his wife (and Loomly...
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Chuck Hermes: From Paisley Park to Clockwork, creating opportunity by saying “yes”
SUMMARY Bitstream and Clockwork founder, Chuck Hermes, talks about how saying “yes” to challenges helped him evolve from a musician, to a graphic designer for Prince, to a successful entrepreneur… and he takes a moment to geek out with Ivan over Kenji López-Alt. GUEST Chuck Hermes, founding…
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Whitney Hess: Putting Humanity Back Into Business
SUMMARY Whitney and Ivan discuss how we need to bring intimacy to work, how Buddhist principles apply to people and companies, and how dignity might be more important than empathy right now. GUEST Whitney Hess, executive coach, writer and designer HIGHLIGHTS If your work doesn’t acknowledge you…
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Gareth van Onselen: What the U.S. Could Learn from South Africa's Young Democracy
SUMMARY Gareth van Onselen returns for another chat with Ivan about politics, COVID response and elections in South Africa and the U.S. GUEST Gareth van Onselen, South African journalist, political analyst and author HIGHLIGHTS South Africa moved to a severe lockdown last spring. While the death...
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Clementine Jacoby: Using Technology to Reduce Recidivism
SUMMARY Clementine Jacoby tells us how her nonprofit, Recidiviz, is helping state governments make timely, data based decisions to reduce incarceration rates. GUEST Clementine Jacoby, Executive Director of Recidiviz, a nonprofit that’s building a technical foundation for a more accountable and...
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J. Kenji López-Alt: A Life of Fortunate Accidents
SUMMARY Food writer, cookbook author and restaurateur J. Kenji López-Alt discusses his science-based cooking, how the pandemic is changing restaurants and his “say yes” approach to life. GUEST J. Kenji López-Alt, food writer, cookbook author, and restaurateur HIGHLIGHTS While pursuing an...
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Bob Collins: Everybody Has a Great Story
SUMMARY Bob Collins, a 27-year veteran of Minnesota Public Radio, talks about his career, how he discovers a good story, his love of baseball, and building airplanes in his retirement. GUEST Bob Collins, creator of the NewsCut blog, former Senior News Editor at Minnesota Public Radio HIGHLIGHTS...
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Waldo Jaquith: Open Government Technologist
SUMMARY Waldo Jaquith talks about the challenges of promoting and implementing best practices for federal and state government procurement of custom software, including open source. GUEST Waldo Jaquith, an open government technologist HIGHLIGHTS Waldo and his team created a playbook to help...
About this show
This is ONE OF 8 BILLION, a podcast about all of us.We all have a story, don’t we? We’ve all had successes and failures, joy and disappointment, love and sadness. And yet, we’ve all made it to here… to right now! Our stories are one amongst eight billion others… eight billion other stories, each of them unique, each of them grand in their own way, and each of them a window into the humanity that connects us all. ONE OF 8 BILLION tells the life stories of people from around the world. More at 1of8b.comONE OF 8 BILLION is supported by TEN7, a technology studio whose mission is to Make Things That Matter. Online at ten7.com
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