Abstract Essay

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Abstract Essay is a podcast that explores the deeper layers of thought, creativity, and the human experience. Blending the reflective tone of personal essays with the conversational energy of an intimate dialogue, each episode takes listeners on a journey through ideas that challenge, inspire, and illuminate. From philosophy and art to culture and identity, the podcast invites guests who are thinkers, storytellers, and visionaries to share their insights in a free-flowing, thought-provoking format. Abstract Essay is not about quick takes—it's about meaningful exploration, where each conversation unfolds with intention, curiosity, and heart.

  1. HACE 1 DÍA

    Abstract Essay, in its fifth season, features Jasmine Bootle as a guest, bringing a courageous and intellectually grounded conversation centered on dismantling the labels and stigma that surround addiction. This episode moves beyond reductionist narrati

    Jasmine Bootle Burning Down the labels and stigma around addiction. Providing free support and resources to those who need it. One size does not fit all and I can help guide you to freedom in sobriety. I was bullied very intensely in my childhood which led me to develop mental health issues. Then my Mom left us with pretty much nothing. I had no coping skills so I began to drink. It was out of control and took me to some dangerous and dark places for 10 years. I got sober after my daughter was born. Sadly my Dad passed away and my family left me with nothing. Being an only child I wasn't even able to speak at his funeral and was kicked out of the family. In this chaos I got addicted to opiates for the next 2 years until my husband overdosed and almost died 3 times from bad fentanyl. So I went to a method clinic and got sober. I have been sober for 5 years. I initially started a resources program for the homeless. Then I started a successful podcast called Everyone is Addicted on YouTube and Roger's Television. This was to bring understanding awareness and give people a voice. I noticed that medical professionals were only offering the old ways to find sobriety and not showing people that there are far more choices so I started Burn it Down a non-profit organization that offers resources to find different proven ways to find sobriety. One size doesn't fit all and I want to help people find a way that works for them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    24 min
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    Abstract Essay, now in its fifth season, proudly features Dr. Widian Jubair, a board-certified internist and the founder of Celestique MD, as a distinguished guest—bringing clinical expertise, integrative insight, and a refined perspective on modern w

    Dr. Widian Jubair Board-Certified Internist & Founder of Celestique MD — Bridging Traditional Medicine and Holistic Wellness for a Healthier, Longer Life I’m Dr. Widian Jubair, a board-certified internist and founder of Celestique MD in Centennial, Colorado. My journey began with a deep curiosity about how the body heals — taking me from medical school overseas to advanced research in immunology, molecular biology, and internal medicine in the United States. After years of practicing traditional medicine, I realized that many patients needed more than quick visits and prescriptions — they needed personalized, preventive, and holistic care. That realization inspired me to create Celestique MD, a space where science meets self-care. Through my practice, I help patients improve their health span, balance their hormones, manage weight, and prevent disease through evidence-based lifestyle and longevity medicine. My approach bridges the best of traditional and integrative care to help people thrive — not just survive. I love discussing topics like preventive health, women’s wellness, longevity, and the future of patient-centered primary care. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 min
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    Abstract Essay, in its fifth season, features Angel Howard—Certified Somatic Therapist, Executive Coach, Retreat Host, and Inspirational Speaker—as a distinguished guest. In this compelling conversation, Angel brings a deeply embodied and integrativ

    Angel Howard Certified Somatic Therapist | Executive Coach | Retreat Host | Inspirational Speaker Angel Howard is the founder of WildHeart Expressive, the host of Upshift podcast, and the author of Issues in Your Tissues. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a master’s in business and finance, and a certificate in somatic movement therapy. She has held executive positions at Coca-Cola, Legacy Housing Foundation, Tennessee Clean Water Network, and Fort Loudoun Lake Association. Now, as a somatic movement therapist, executive coach, and speaker, she empowers leaders to connect with their inner voice, creativity, confidence, and body. I’ve lived many lives—professional dancer, corporate executive, retreat leader, and somatic therapist—but the thread through all of them has been the body. From performing on stage to leading teams at companies like Coca-Cola, I learned early on that the body carries our story, even when we don’t have words for it. After earning degrees in psychology and international business, I spent years climbing the ladder. But I also saw firsthand how success doesn’t always equal fulfillment. That’s what led me to study somatic therapy in 1999 and eventually create WildHeart Expressive, a movement-based healing method that helps people release trauma, build confidence, and lead more authentic lives. I speak the language of leadership and lived experience. I’ve walked through burnout, personal loss, reinvention—and I’ve helped others do the same. My story is one of returning to the body, reclaiming personal power, and turning inward for the answers we usually seek outside ourselves. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    23 min
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    Abstract Essay, now in its fifth season, features David Auge, an environmental philosopher whose thoughtful insights and visionary perspectives invite listeners into a deeply reflective and engaging conversation on humanity’s relationship with the nat

    David Auge Environmental Philosopher David Auge has spent decades searching for the most successful way to explain sustainability to others. Now with the help of two diverse insect communities and the contrast they provide at this critical juncture of human civilization he’s done it. In this book, he not only explains how to grasp these competing approaches posed by honeybees and desert locusts, but also why these competing communities achieve the profoundly important goal of sustainability. In Man’s Search for Sustainability, David Auge teaches you how sustainable societies: • Manage stress through either order (honeybees) or growth (desert locusts). • Allocate work through either discipline (honeybees) or opportunity (desert locusts). • Make decisions through either debate (honeybees) or chaos (desert locusts). • Communicate through messages (honeybees) or examples (desert locusts). • Maintain balance and tension through group effort (honeybees) or individual effort (desert locusts). • And through this study, prompts all to ask the very important question of human societies approach to sustainability. Man’s Search for Sustainability is structured to question current approaches, increase understanding, and teach you to think from a place of familiarity by presenting the sustainability extremes of doing what scares you. After reading this book you'll learn to balance future decisions in new and exciting ways. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    30 min
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    Abstract Essay, in its fifth season, features Bart Merrell—an international entrepreneur, author, and Monetize Your Mindset presenter—as our distinguished guest. In this episode, Bart explores the intersection of mindset, value creation, and global

    Bart Merrell Identify your ideal side hustle, create financial security by monetizing what you already know or do. Hi, I’m Bart Merrell—International Entrepreneur, Author, and Presenter of Monetize Your Mindset. As a serial entrepreneur, I’ve been turning opportunities into successful ventures since before I could legally drive (though, admittedly, I did crash my parents' car when I was eight). I’m also the creator of two YouTube channels: Beyond Limbs: Amputee Answers & Options and Side Hustle Samurai. Fun fact: I helped take the first commercial bungee jump to Japan. I’m still not sure if that’s something to brag about, especially since I jumped off the tower while holding the cord with my hands! My mission is simple: I want to help you create financial security by monetizing what you already know. Life’s curveballs are inevitable—but when you’ve built a solid financial foundation, you’ll be ready to handle them. In my book, Monetize Your Mindset, I teach that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary success when they learn to see and act on the opportunities that surround them. Whether you’re building your first side hustle or expanding an existing business, the key to sustainable financial freedom is right in your mindset. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 min
  6. 28/12/2025

    Abstract Essay, now in its Fifth Season, features Anna Quigley, who explores Awakening Soul-Led Living After 40 with clarity, depth, and compassion. In this episode, Anna reframes midlife not as a period of loss or limitation, but as a powerful threshol

    Anna Quigley Awakening Soul-Led Living After 40 Intuition is the most powerful tool in my personal toolbox. It has guided me into (and out of) careers, relationships, major health challenges, and even helps me navigate daily life with more ease. When I listen to my Intuition, life flows—even during periods of uncertainty or chaos. Over time, I’ve learned to recognize the signals—physical, emotional, mental—and trust them. I’ve also learned how to shift from the rational mind into intuitive alignment. Learning to trust my inner guidance gave me something powerful: agency—the ability to change my own path. Now, I help other women do the same. With passion, humor, personal stories, and practical tools, I teach the science behind Intuition—how we receive it, how to recognize it, and how to use it. I blend neuroscience, quantum mind-body techniques, and inner wisdom to guide women into their next chapter with clarity, confidence, and the courage to take action. I also share how to re-engineer this process to more easily manifest the life they dream of. With 30+ years of study and practice, I’m now sharing everything I know to support midlife women and beyond in discovering what’s next—because one thing I know for sure: It’s never too late. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 min

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Abstract Essay is a podcast that explores the deeper layers of thought, creativity, and the human experience. Blending the reflective tone of personal essays with the conversational energy of an intimate dialogue, each episode takes listeners on a journey through ideas that challenge, inspire, and illuminate. From philosophy and art to culture and identity, the podcast invites guests who are thinkers, storytellers, and visionaries to share their insights in a free-flowing, thought-provoking format. Abstract Essay is not about quick takes—it's about meaningful exploration, where each conversation unfolds with intention, curiosity, and heart.

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