The Bla Bla Bunker

Almar Hilmarsson
The Bla Bla Bunker

Welcome to The Bla Bla Bunker, a podcast featuring interviews with regular people who have extraordinary stories to tell. The host, Almar Hilmarsson, is one of them. In 25 years he’s gone from Icelandic lawyer and airline CEO to tattooed, bearded meat enthusiast with a startup in Central Europe. On the way, he’s made plenty of stops, and cultivated a habit of running into interesting people and asking them interesting questions. Nothing is off limits in the Bla Bla Bunker, and Almar may ask questions that most people wouldn’t dare to ask.

  1. EP82 From Economic Advisor in Afghanistan  to Therapist in Prague - Daniel Espitia

    06. 03. 2024

    EP82 From Economic Advisor in Afghanistan to Therapist in Prague - Daniel Espitia

    My guest Daniel Espitia has had an incredible story and journey through life. He is a man that has truly defied the odds and forged an extraordinary path. From leaving behind challenging circumstances in Colombia with nothing to his name, Daniel shares his interesting story. Hear how Daniel ventured from Spain to the U.S. with a mere $200 to his name, eventually landing a role as a software tester at Microsoft during the groundbreaking era of modem development in the 80s. Learn firsthand about his contributions to building the first generations of modems, paving the way for technological advancements that would shape the future. He then transitions from the tech world to becoming an economic advisor for governments and organizations worldwide. Gain insights into interesting moments, such as his involvement in the separation of Czechoslovakia, his experiences in Mexico where he sought out a long dead shaman, the Philippines, and the unexpected challenges he faced in Afghanistan. We discussed how we do not seem to successfully enforce Western values and Western institutions in countries like Afghanistan and Daniel shared his reflections on his time there and the country’s rapid transformation after the U.S. withdrawal, followed by the swift rise of the Taliban.  During his multifaceted career, Daniel found solace and meaning through the practice of spirituality during his global journey.  Daniel, now a therapist in Prague, opens up about the profound effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health and sheds light on  how fear and insecurity have taken a toll on individuals and communities. And more…

    1 h 29 min
  2. EP80 From Texas to Traditional Chinese Medicine - Susan L. Ondrasek

    23. 11. 2023

    EP80 From Texas to Traditional Chinese Medicine - Susan L. Ondrasek

    In this episode of The Bla Bla Bunker we explore Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with Susan L. Ondrasek, a remarkable practitioner in Prague, Czech Republic, who has seamlessly blended her Texan roots with the profound healing traditions of TCM. We discuss Susan’s personal story, uncovering the transformative experiences that ignited her passion for TCM and how her initial encounter with Reiki and acupuncture in the 1980s sparked interest in holistic healing. Susan explains Chinese Medicine and its ability to address a wide spectrum of health concerns, from physical ailments to emotional well-being. How has Susan integrated various healing modalities, including five-element and esoteric acupuncture, to address physical, emotional and spiritual imbalances. What are the most common misconceptions surrounding TCM and does it have a misrepresented role in different cultures? What roles does the media play? Why does TCM face challenges in gaining mainstream acceptance and what are the efforts being made to bridge the gap between traditional and Western medicine? Susan also gave some real-life examples of how TCM has transformed the lives of countless individuals. And how this ancient practice, rooted in harmony and balance, can empower people to achieve optimal health and well-being. And finally who is this Susan L. Ondrasek that is always commenting in various facebook groups in Prague?

    1 h 20 min
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13 hodnocení

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Welcome to The Bla Bla Bunker, a podcast featuring interviews with regular people who have extraordinary stories to tell. The host, Almar Hilmarsson, is one of them. In 25 years he’s gone from Icelandic lawyer and airline CEO to tattooed, bearded meat enthusiast with a startup in Central Europe. On the way, he’s made plenty of stops, and cultivated a habit of running into interesting people and asking them interesting questions. Nothing is off limits in the Bla Bla Bunker, and Almar may ask questions that most people wouldn’t dare to ask.

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