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See See by Ceci
by Dr. Cecilia Ponce Rivera
See See is a podcast that looks in depth. With each season there is a new theme inquired multidimensionally. Whereas in the realms of science, the intellectual or the spiritual, each episode is a journey of exploration and discovery.See through our guests’ brilliant minds and inspiring life experiences. Their professional and human insight will allow you to see what they see. Embark yourself in an exciting adventure to see through the lenses of an artist, a scholar and researcher, a scientist, a psychologist, a philosopher, an entrepreneur, an activist, a dancer, and an endless list of possibilities that will invite you to see, rethink, relearn and deepen your perspective.
Episodes
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Beyond Diversity: Shadows Upon the Light of the Mind with Andrew Solomon
An exceptional episode that explores the imperfections and shadows of the human mind, its decay, suffering and redemption, featuring none other than National Book Critics Circle and National Book Award winner, and Pulitzer finalist, Andrew Solomon. This episode takes us on a three-hour journey...
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NDE: Mind Unbound with Eben Alexander
In this episode of See See by Ceci, we're joined by Eben Alexander, an academic neurosurgeon for over twenty-five years, who shares one of the world's most documented near-death experiences: his own. For decades he operated on the living brain at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Children's Hospital,...
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Minding Global Mental Health: Empowering the (Extra)Ordinary with Vikram Patel
In this episode of See See by Ceci, we're joined by Vikram Patel, global mental health leader, psychiatrist, and the Paul Farmer Professor and Chair of the Department of Global Health and Social Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He confronts a contradiction at the heart of the...
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Intelligence, Immortality and AI with Stephen J. Cave
In this episode of See See by Ceci, Dr Stephen Cave, philosopher of technology, intelligence and the human quest to outlive death, joins us in our Berlin studio. At heart, this episode turns on two questions most of us would sooner leave undisturbed: why do human beings insist on ranking one...
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The Tapestry of Consciousness and the Self: Winning Over Alzheimer’s with Rudolph E. Tanzi
In this episode of See See by Ceci, Rudolph Tanzi, one of the world’s most influential neuroscientists, takes us inside the mind as it builds, and as it begins to come undone. Joseph P. and Rose F. Kennedy Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School, director of the Genetics and Aging…
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The Posthuman Mind Uncoupled: From Bacteria to AI with N. Katherine Hayles
In this episode of See See by Ceci, N. Katherine Hayles, Distinguished Research Professor at UCLA, James B. Duke Professor Emerita at Duke, Guggenheim Fellow and member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, joins us from the rare crossroads at which she has worked for forty years:...
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Intelligence Without Brains with Toby Kiers
In this episode of See See by Ceci, Toby Kiers, one of the world's most daring thinkers at the intersection of evolutionary biology, economics and ecology, takes us into the living web beneath our feet. University Research Chair and Professor of Evolutionary Biology at Vrije Universiteit…
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Beautiful Wild Minds with Carl Safina
In this episode of See See by Ceci, Carl Safina, one of the world's most eloquent and mindful voices for the living Earth, MacArthur Fellowship laureate, and author of environmental classics including Beyond Words, Becoming Wild, and Alfie and Me, takes us on a journey across species and into the...
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Mind’s Ancestral Gatekeepers with Terri Lyne Carrington
What is it about rhythm that dissolves separation and draws us into a shared pulse? At the heart of this episode lies a quiet but unshakable conviction: that every life, every struggle, every creative breakthrough, is a quest for freedom. Few voices today carry that conviction with more authority...
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Digital Body: Mind, Tension, and Perception with Alexander Whitley
Join us for a fascinating conversation with choreographer Alexander Whitley about how movement shapes consciousness and how technology transforms our perception of the world and of ourselves. In this episode, Alexander shares his vision of the body as a site of knowing and self-making. He calls…
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Mind is Matter: Function and Emotion with Paul Thagard
In this episode of See See by Ceci, Paul Thagard, one of the most influential thinkers at the crossroads of philosophy, psychology, and artificial intelligence, takes us on a journey through the architecture of thought, emotion, and coherence that defines the human mind. A distinguished professor...
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Timeless Mind Space with Domingo Milella
What happens when a photographer trades the vast clarity of Mediterranean ruins for the darkness of a prehistoric cave? In this episode of See See by Ceci, visionary Italian artist Domingo Milella takes us on a journey that spans forty thousand years and the full depth of the human spirit.…
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Embodied Cognition: The Music Within with Vijay Iyer
Let yourself be drawn into the world of one of the most prolific, shape- shifting presences in 21st century music. Vijay Iyer is a Grammy-nominated composer, pianist, bandleader, and the Franklin D. and Florence Rosenblatt Professor of the Arts at Harvard University. He is a MacArthur Fellow,...
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The First Leap to Consciousness with Paul Bahn & Elle Clifford
In this episode of See See by Ceci, we journey hundreds of thousands of years into the past, to the flickering firelight and painted depths of Ice Age caves. What did it mean to live embedded in the landscape, wearing it “like a big cape”? How did the mastery of fire reshape not only our bodies…
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Trailer Season 4 (Mind)
What is the mind? Where does it begin, and where does it end? Season IV of See See by Ceci takes you on a 16-episode journey through the mysteries of consciousness: from the first spark of awareness in prehistoric caves to the frontiers of AI and the future of human identity. Featuring Harvard...
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Beyond Matter: Science, Awareness and Real Magic with Dean Radin
In this final episode of our third season GUTS, we dive deep into the mysterious world of parapsychology with one of the field’s foremost experts, Dean Radin, Chief Scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS) and Associated Distinguished Professor of Integral and Transpersonal Psychology...
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Music Played from the Core with Andrei Ioniță
In this episode, we have an in-depth conversation with Andrei Ioniță, the prodigious Romanian cellist and winner of the 2015 International Tchaikovsky Competition. We explore the emotional profundities and rich spectrum of colors that the cello can evoke, and how it reflects the subtleties of…
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Sweet Revolution with René Frank
Join us for a cool, bold and inspiring episode for food lovers, where fine dining meets fearless creativity. Our guest, Chef René Frank, takes us back to the heart of his childhood kitchen, where aromas, flavors and memories first ignited his passion for food. Amid the clatter of pots and the...
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Food Politics & Social Justice with Marion Nestle
Why is the fight for better food, at its heart, a fight for social justice? This episode will challenge the way you think about food, from what's on your plate to the powerful forces behind it. Before you take your next bite, listen to this eye-opening conversation with one of the world's most...
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Into the Guts of Criminal Behavior with David Canter
Have you ever pondered the potential of psychology to facilitate the apprehension of serial killers and rapists? Or the manner in which behavioral patterns exhibited by criminals can serve as crucial evidence that leads investigators to the perpetrator's doorstep? In today's episode, we are...
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Criminal Appetite: The Dark Side of Poor Nutrition with Stephen J. Schoenthaler
Have you ever wondered if there’s a link between what we eat and how we behave? Could the food we consume influence mental health issues—or even contribute to criminal behavior? Today, we’re exploring these questions with a true pioneer in this field—Stephen Schoenthaler, Distinguished Professor...
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From the Gut: Love, Food and Redemption with Eric Vildgaard
Three-Michelin-starred Danish chef Eric Vildgaard is a remarkable character whose journey from a life of crime to culinary greatness is an inspiring story of true courage. Once trapped in a world of poverty and gang violence, Eric found himself lost in a turbulent, dark alley of drugs and chaos....
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Gut Microbiome: Unraveling the Gut-Brain-Axis with John Cryan
In this episode, we embark on a fascinating journey to explore one of the most groundbreaking areas of science - the gut-brain axis! Leading the way is none other than world-renowned neuroscientist Professor John Cryan of University College Cork, whose pioneering work has helped uncovered the...
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The Gut, A Peculiar, Emotional, Storyteller with Dr. Elsa Richardson (Part 2)
Submerge in the fascinating history of the human gut. Distinguished historian, academic and acclaimed author of Rumbles, Elsa Richardson invites us to a thought-provoking exploration of the cultural and historical significance of digestion in Western society. From ancient beliefs about the power…
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The Gut, A Peculiar, Emotional, Storyteller with Dr. Elsa Richardson (Part 1)
Submerge in the fascinating history of the human gut. Distinguished historian, academic and acclaimed author of Rumbles, Elsa Richardson invites us to a thought-provoking exploration of the cultural and historical significance of digestion in Western society. From ancient beliefs about the power…
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Riders and Horses, Instincts and Gut Feelings with Nicolás Pizarro Suarez
Jumping fences, performing precise maneuvers and galloping at high speeds require a fearless attitude and willingness to take risks. The willingness to rely on each other's instincts and abilities is crucial to success in avoiding fatal accidents. It takes "guts" for both rider and horse to trust...
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Intuition: Decoding Decision-Making with Dr. Gary A. Klein (Part 2)
We invite you to join us as we embark on an exploration of the art of decision-making with Dr. Gary Klein, a leading figure in the field of psychology and a pioneer in the domain of Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM). Over the course of his career, Dr. Klein has conducted extensive research…
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Intuition: Decoding Decision-Making with Dr. Gary A. Klein (Part 1)
We invite you to join us as we embark on an exploration of the art of decision-making with Dr. Gary Klein, a leading figure in the field of psychology and a pioneer in the domain of Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM). Over the course of his career, Dr. Klein has conducted extensive research…
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Mysteries of the Liver in Art and Medicine with Prof. Thomas M. van Gulik
The Talmud teaches us that neither man nor beast can survive without a liver. In his lamentations, Jeremiah laments, "My eyes are tired of weeping, my intestines are burning, my liver has been spilled over the earth." In Greek mythology, the liver was considered to be the seat of life for both…
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Rise and Eclipse: Courage in Ancient Rome with Dr. Philip Matyszak (Part 2)
In this episode we go on a journey to ancient Rome with none other than the acclaimed British historian and non-fiction author, Dr Philip Matyszak. We will discuss courage in ancient Rome, its soldiers, its legions, legends, gladiators and much more. An engaging storyteller, Dr Matyszak, also…
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Rise and Eclipse: Courage in Ancient Rome with Dr. Philip Matyszak (Part 1)
In this episode we go on a journey to ancient Rome with none other than the acclaimed British historian and non-fiction author, Dr Philip Matyszak. We will discuss courage in ancient Rome, its soldiers, its legions, legends, gladiators and much more. An engaging storyteller, Dr Matyszak, also…
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Prometheus’ Fire; Somehow Humanly Divine with Prof. Richard P. Martin (Part 2)
What is a myth? What do we get out of them? Do myths die? Do gods die? In this episode dedicated to Greek mythology, Richard P. Martin, Antony and Isabelle Raubitschek Professor of Classics at Stanford, will guide us through the story of Prometheus, the legendary rebel who defied the gods by...
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Prometheus’ Fire; Somehow Humanly Divine with Prof. Richard P. Martin (Part 1)
What is a myth? What do we get out of them? Do myths die? Do gods die? In this episode dedicated to Greek mythology, Richard P. Martin, Antony and Isabelle Raubitschek Professor of Classics at Stanford, will guide us through the story of Prometheus, the legendary rebel who defied the gods by...
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Trailer Season 3 (Guts)
We are delighted to announce that See See by Ceci is back with Season 3, "GUTS", a journey not to be missed! This season, we will pay tribute to the legendary Prometheus and celebrate the transformative spirit that has endured from ancient times to the present day. Our journey will honor the…
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Social Movements and the History of Thought; an interview with Prof. Richard Bourke.
A superb closing episode for the series Movement that revolves on social movements and its analysis from a social as well as a historic perspective, cohosted by Prof. Swen Hutter, Lichtenberg Professor for Sociology at the Freie Universität and the WZB Social Science Center in Berlin. What is...
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Movement on the Podium: Diversity and Inclusion, an interview with Euan Shields.
If you´ve ever wondered how the silence prior to start the Opening Movement is energized and about the experience of the brief but extreme moving moment between the end of the Final Movement and the first clap of the audience’s applause in a performance, you won’t dare to miss this episode. Euan...
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Giants that Move Our Planet, an interview with Himalayan Glaciologist Tenzing Chogyal Sherpa.
Meet Tenzing Chogyal Sherpa, grandson of Kanchha Sherpa’s the last surviving member of Hillary and Tenzing’s 1953 Everest expedition, the first men to stand at the peak of Mount Everest! Listen to Tenzing Chogyal Sherpa as he talks about the strong bonds built in the mountain for survival and the...
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Poetry, Freedom of Speech, and Imagination’s Moving Force, an Interview with Jennifer Clement.
Join the author of “The Promise Party: Kahlo, Basquiat & Me”, the read at the top of the charts in the UK for 2024. Move into the writing world of Clement’s poetic prose and lingering metaphors, a universe of layers and dimensions in pure motion. Listen to her talk about how the act of writing…
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Gardens: All that Movement! an interview with Louis Benech.
Gardens are all about movement, and in this episode, Louis Benech, France’s greatest living landscape designer, tells us why. Known for creating long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing gardens, where contemporary architectural settings, historic sites, and natural environments merge, Louis Benech...
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Music’s Motion and Emotions, its Narrative and its Interpretation, an interview with Kerem Hasan.
His understanding of Classical music is genuine and vigorously mesmerizing. Immerse yourself in the musical world of the orchestral director of the Tiroler Symphonieorchester Innsbruck, Maestro Kerem Hasan, one of today’s most exciting young British conductors. Bestowed with fine intellect,...
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Moving on Center Stage, an interview with Elisa Carrillo Cabrera.
We imagine the life of a ballerina to be a romantic scene, a swan made human traversed from the backstage lights. In the distance the clapping, followed by an elegant bow and a full smile. Accompany us backstage and meet Prima Ballerina Elisa Carrillo Cabrera, first dancer of the Staatballet…
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Cosmic Motion in the Public Square, an interview with Rev. Bárbara Holmes
Whether from a religious, theological, philosophical, cultural, or a scientific perspective, the view of unity based on the commonality of the divine nature within and shared by all human beings is echoing a universal awareness. In this episode Rev. Barbara A. Holmes, addresses Western cultural...
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Migration: Facts and Challenges of Human Movement, an interview with Andrew Selee.
Andrew Selee President of the Migration Policy Institute (MPI), gives us great insight understanding the major challenges for Governments on creating adequate migration policies, due to its dynamics, and today’s more than ever changing and unpredictable nature. Learn about the US-Mexican border,...
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Opera’s Moving Voices, an interview with Mezzosoprano Marina Viotti.
Clear, angelical, and powerful. That is the sound of Marina Viotti’s voice. A woman of remarkable presence in stage, seductive and captivating, owner of an inherent talent which she combines with discipline and excellent technique. Jump with us into a fantastic voyage from the dramatic to the...
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Brain Movement, an interview with Prof. Peter Vajkoczy.
World-renowned neurosurgeon, Prof. Vajkoczy performs 800 Brain surgeries per year. Each of these brains a universe of its own that moves along its individual thoughts, dreams, and recollections. Walk inside the operating room by the hand of one of the most respected neurosurgeons in the world and...
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Moving in Sync with the Universe, an interview with Rabbi Rami Shapiro.
Rabbi Rami Shapiro received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion. He is author of more than thirty-six books on religion and spirituality and currently co-directs the One River Foundation. He was the founding rabbi of Temple Beth Or in Miami, Florida…
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Move and Find your Groove! an interview with Dr. Peter Lovatt.
Dancing and finding your groove can become a transformative life experience. And in this episode, cognitive psychologist, and former professional dancer himself Dr. Peter Lovatt tells us why. Widely known as Dr. Dance, Peter Lovatt is also a teacher at the Royal Ballet School of London and the...
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A Journey to Outer Space, an interview with former NASA Astronaut, José M. Hernández.
The inspiring story of a boy, born into a family of migrant farmworkers who achieved the impossible. Learn how former NASA Astronaut José Hernandez put his dream into motion, how he learned English, graduated from college, became an engineer, a pilot, and an astronaut. Move along with us into...
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Trailer Season 2 (Movement)
We migrate, we sing, we listen to music, we dream, we move, nature moves. Everything moves. Movement is everything and everywhere. Based on their professional and personal experiences each of our fourteen fascinating guests offers you the opportunity to meet and engage in a road of discovery and...
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Color is Blind: An interview with Prof Alfonso Caramazza, Harvard´s Daniel and Amy Starch Professor of Psychology
Formed by trillions of photons produced by fractions of seconds by the sun, light travels through the atmosphere destined either for collision or if lucky, an encounter with the retina. There, millions of red, green, and blue sensing -cones will dress her in colors while they open the doors to…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
See See is a podcast that looks in depth. With each season there is a new theme inquired multidimensionally. Whereas in the realms of science, the intellectual or the spiritual, each episode is a journey of exploration and discovery.See through our guests’ brilliant minds and inspiring life experiences. Their professional and human insight will allow you to see what they see. Embark yourself in an exciting adventure to see through the lenses of an artist, a scholar and researcher, a scientist, a psychologist, a philosopher, an entrepreneur, an activist, a dancer, and an endless list of possibilities that will invite you to see, rethink, relearn and deepen your perspective.
HOSTED BY
Dr. Cecilia Ponce Rivera
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See See is a podcast that looks in depth. With each season there is a new theme inquired multidimensionally. Whereas in the realms of science, the intellectual or the spiritual, each episode is a journey of exploration and discovery.See through our guests’ brilliant minds and inspiring life...
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