Think Peace Podcast: Where Peace Crosses the Mind

Think Peace Podcast
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Think Peace Podcast: Where Peace Crosses the Mind

Curious about what makes the notion of peace so appealing yet so excruciatingly elusive? ​Join former federal prosecutor and public defender, peacebuilder, author, and trauma specialist, Colette Rausch and her guests as they explore the connections between neuroscience and peacebuilding, as well as approaches to transforming societal divisions and cycles of violence. ​Each episode will inform and entertain as we delve into the intersection of the human brain, psyche, and the obstacles and opportunities for forging lasting peace.

  1. OCT 1

    Navigating Uncertainty | R. Nicholas Carleton | Episode 39

    What impact do uncertainty and high stress have on the minds of those who protect and serve? First responders and public safety personnel are often hailed as heroes, but the mental health struggles they face in the wake of crises can be overwhelming. Anxiety, trauma, and burnout are all too common, yet they are not always provided with the proper safeguards or resources needed to navigate these stressors. In this episode of the Think Peace Podcast, host Colette Rausch sits down with Dr. R. Nicholas Carleton, a Professor of Clinical Psychology and expert in anxiety and trauma, to explore the intersection of neuroscience and crisis response as it relates to the mental health of first responders. Together, they delve into the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to emotional dysregulation and discuss how a deeper understanding of these factors can help others navigate high-stress situations.

    43 min

  2. JUL 3

    Redefining Transformation | Laura Webber | Episode 38

    What is social transformation? This is a question that many peacebuilders and changemakers ponder daily. There are a plethora of definitions which can be applied to this concept. Does it begin at the individual level, or can it only succeed within the collective? On this episode of the Think Peace Podcast, host Colette Rausch is joined by Laura Webber to ponder this exact question and explore a new paradigm of social transformation which is rooted in a holistic approach they have termed as integrative transformation.

    1h 8m

  3. APR 24

    Mental Health and Peacebuilding | Rowda Olad | Episode 37

    In today's peacebuilding landscape, mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) have emerged as essential components. Any peacebuilding or reconciliation initiative that overlooks MHPSS neglects a crucial aspect of holistic peacebuilding, which should be trauma-informed and human-centered rather than solely technical. In this episode of the Think Peace Podcast, host Colette Rausch engages in a conversation with Rowda Olad, the founder and clinical director of Maandeeq Mental Health based in Mogadishu, Somalia. Maandeeq is a nonprofit organization that aims to integrate mental health and trauma healing into the realm of peacebuilding and community development. Rowda shares her motivations for pioneering this work in Somalia, highlighting the necessity for implementing trauma-informed practices within Western peacebuilding approaches. The episode delves into the importance of MHPSS in fostering sustainable peace and shares Rowda's aspirations for the future of MHPSS-based initiatives.

    56 min

  4. 12/14/2023

    The New Wave of Neuroscience | Sará King | Episode 36

    As the social change landscape experiences rapid and holistic transformations, the integration of diverse disciplines and knowledge fields is shaping new paradigms of "peace" and "justice." In this episode of the Think Peace Podcast, your host, Colette Rausch, delves into a discussion with Dr. Sará King on the intersection of neuroscience, mental health, and wellbeing. Dr. King, the founder of the MindHealthCollective—an organization dedicated to addressing the consequences of intergenerational trauma—provides valuable insights into the integration of wellbeing practices within the realm of social justice.

    1h 25m

  5. 10/04/2023

    Forging the New Frontier of Peace | Cam Cassar | Episode 35

    As peacebuilders, we dedicate ourselves to the cause of creating sustainable peace. However, it's crucial to ask how we can achieve this sustainability without adequately training and empowering the next generation of peacebuilders, equipping them with the essential tools to perpetuate the cycle of peace. In our quest to understand the pivotal role of trauma and neuroscience in our field, we need to ensure that we impart a trauma-informed approach to peacebuilding to the upcoming generation. This approach is inseparable from the concept of peace, as we continually refine our human-centered strategies for fostering peace.  In this episode of the Think Peace Podcast, our host, Colette Rausch, engages in a conversation with Cam Cassar, the podcast’s Senior Producer and a member of the next generation of peacebuilders. Together, they delve into Cam's journey into the field of peacebuilding, his relationship with peacebuilding and neuroscience during his undergraduate and graduate studies, the genesis of the Think Peace Podcast, and where he hopes to take his research and experience working within the field of peacebuilding.

    1 hr

  6. 06/28/2023

    Answering the Call for Justice | Eduardo Gonzalez | Episode 34

    When discussing justice, many think that there is a one size fits all approach. In reality, justice has many different interpretations that are applicable to a wealth of different contexts and scenarios. It is important to have justice processes that are designed holistically and take into account the knowledge of other cultures and most importantly the diversity of the human experience. On this episode of the Think Peace Podcast, our host Colette Rausch sits down with Think Peace Learning and Support Hub Director of Truth-Telling and global transitional justice expert Eduardo Gonzalez to explain how his experiences growing up in Peru during a time of civil strife laid the foundation for his interest in transitional justice, how the field has evolved from its early iterations to become more inclusive of different viewpoints, and how the notions of trauma, healing, and human rights have informed his approach to transitional justice and peacebuilding.

    1h 7m
  7. Deconstructing the Social Hierarchy | Sa-kiera Hudson | Episode 33

    02/15/2023

    Deconstructing the Social Hierarchy | Sa-kiera Hudson | Episode 33

    In thinking about social hierarchies, one may not be aware of the psychology behind power dynamics and the direct effect they have on perpetuating group-based hierarchies and inequalities. Join us for the first episode of Season 3 of the Think Peace Podcast as host Colette Rausch and UC Berkeley Professor Dr. Sa-kiera Hudson discuss theories of social dominance and identity, the role of empathy, and schadenfreude within intergroup conflict as well as how these all coalesce to create and perpetuate systems of harm.

    1h 9m
  8. Reassessing Radicalization | Sumaiya Sheikh | Episode 32

    12/07/2022

    Reassessing Radicalization | Sumaiya Sheikh | Episode 32

    When it comes to violent aggression, you may wonder what it is that can cause someone to commit horrific acts of violence? Is it just plain evil? Genetics? Adverse life experiences? Is it  faulty brain chemistry? In this episode of the Think Peace Podcast, host Colette Rausch sits down with Dr. Sumaiya Sheikh to discuss the neuroscience of violent aggression, what can trigger people to become radicalized and then commit violent acts, and what possibilities there may be to prevent violent acts before they happen.

    1h 34m
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Curious about what makes the notion of peace so appealing yet so excruciatingly elusive? ​Join former federal prosecutor and public defender, peacebuilder, author, and trauma specialist, Colette Rausch and her guests as they explore the connections between neuroscience and peacebuilding, as well as approaches to transforming societal divisions and cycles of violence. ​Each episode will inform and entertain as we delve into the intersection of the human brain, psyche, and the obstacles and opportunities for forging lasting peace.

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