Shua Wanders [a podcast] Shua
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Shua parts with his possessions, says goodbye to friends and family, and chooses the life of a nomad. Join him in exploring difficult conversations, cultivating self awareness, and recounting the stories as they unfold...
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Cravings & Connections
The sweet and sour story of a childhood sugar addiction. Unlearning the lies taught to American soldiers. Learning to engage with the five senses to create emotional safety. The promise of a new friend. A father grieves at the bar on Christmas Eve.
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My Eighth Grade English Teacher
After 20 years since eighth grade, I went back to Colorado Springs to track down the woman who had inspired me to ask big questions and broaden our perspective of reality. Mrs. Esmiol, now retired (but still intensely productive), met me in the lobby of a fancy downtown hotel for a lively conversation. We explored her story of persevering through assumptions society made about her limitations, her philosophy on the role of an educator, and how we can all embody this powerful intentionality to inspire the best in others. It was a gift to spend this time with her and to celebrate her lifetime of eternal tenacity to make the world a better place.
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Becoming Indomitable
The curious group dynamics of geese in Denver. The mormons are watching us, thank God. Exploring what it means to be emotionally self sufficient, and deciding to find formal training. The drive south to Colorado Springs. The dreams of a 15 year old foster child.
Finally, after twenty years, Shua reconnects with his now 83 year old 8th grade English teacher, and shares a few precious hours unpacking the beautiful chaos of our current reality. A brief glimpse of her words are included here, and the next episode features the full recorded interview.
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Background music by Shane Ivers
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Josh In Boulder
After podcasting in the streets of downtown boulder, Shua meets up with someone he had never met, named Josh, to connect over the deepest elements of the human experience each of them were in touch with. They explore inspiration, despair, and how to balance contributing to others with caring for the self. Opening up to strangers like this can be uncomfortable, but this conversation also proved how powerful it can be.
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Feeling Bolder
Traveling west of Denver to a small town at the edge of the Rockies (you guessed it, Boulder), Shua contemplates a conundrum: are humans the most destructive force on the planet, or is the entire idea of destruction a myth?
For the first time on this adventure, he sets up microphones in the streets and talks with random people about what's happening for them in life. They discuss confidence, intentional personal expression, vulnerability, conflict collaboration, homelessness and bible studies.
Not bad for a sunny Sunday afternoon, eh?
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Sandcastles At High Tide
Driving to Denver to spend time with an urban cowboy, Shua is thrilled to have bounced back from a productive low, and begins to see some lighter days ahead.
He reminds himself worrying can be wasteful, that there is meaning in the moment, and that passion is the gateway to growth, skills, opportunity, and meaningful achievement. He reflects on distracted driving, racism and assumptions. He questions unquestionable social movements such as Black Lives Matter, and explores how to contribute to the wellbeing of others.
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Background music by Shane Ivers
Customer Reviews
Possible Sociopath
Broke up with someone, recorded it, and posted it for content.
Thank YOU!
Why isn’t there a six star option?! The depth of self exploration, emotional journey and personal growth that shua shares here is so inspiring. This is an invitation for people to dive deep and explore their mind and heart through loving awareness. Shua invites people in to have the full human experience. Thank you for all the work you have done and all the experiences you have shared.
Inspiring!
Not many people have the courage to listen to their intuition and go after their heart whispers. Shua takes that leap in his own life and shares his story to encourage others to do the same. Loving following along as this adventure unfolds, I find it both inspiring and entertaining. Thank you 🙏❤️