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#75. How to Use Language to be More Intentional in Daily Life

“The words and the language are the main toolkits that we have. It is the main paintbrush that we have to describe not just external realities, to describe not just what we see, what we experience, our traumas, our stories, our experiences. But most importantly, it is, in a way, the only tool that we have to describe our internal realities onto the others.” - Benoit Kim
Welcome back to another episode of Discover More.
This week, we unpack one of the big topics from our interview with Professor Jack Knipe, Ph.D.—the power of language.
Jack explained the power of language through the lens of cognitive linguistics, which is the study of the relationships between language, the mind, and how we relate to the world.
Language is one of the most powerful tools we have in life.
As author Don Miguel Ruiz says, “The word is a force; it is the power you have to express and communicate, to think, and thereby to create the events in your life.”
We explore these relationships as well as some of the language reframes that we’ve used to create empowering narratives within our own lives.
This episode will help you explore the question, “how intentional are you being with the words that you’re bringing to life?”
Thank you for Discovering More with us this week.
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#74. Reframing Life through Cognitive Linguistics and Finding Grace through Unconditional Love — Jack Knipe, Ph.D.

"There is a very thin line between being politically correct for the sake of trying to use it to charge on other people, because they aren't informed on using the correct terms, and actually trying to be instrumental in making the world a better place." - Jack Knipe, Ph.D.
Welcome back to another episode of Discover More.
This week, we continue our conversation with Jack Knipe.
Jack has a Ph.D. in International Education & Linguistics and is currently an assistant professor of English and Spanish at Limestone University & an International Student Support Coordinator.
He is an extremely impressive polyglot who speaks 9 languages and comes with a wealth of knowledge in sociolinguistic, critical thinking, and equitable education.
If you haven't checked out part 1 of this fascinating and wide-ranging conversation with Jack, we would strongly recommend you to check it out here.
In this episode, Jack shares vulnerably about his journey pursuing a Ph.D. while battling an autoimmune condition.
He also explains many fascinating and important topics including intercultural competency, cognitive linguistics, and psychological frame theory.
Using examples from his classroom and stories from his past, Jack delivers a conversation that is both emotionally moving and inspiring.
Please note that there are a few sensitive and potentially triggering topics discussed at the end of this episode, including death and suicide, so please feel free to skip accordingly.
We hope you enjoy this week’s episode of Discover More with us and Jack Knipe.
Show Notes:
Jack’s Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/jack.knipe
Jack’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackknipe
Jack’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackknipe
Jack’s Publications: https://www.limestone.edu/directory/john-knipe
Jack’s Email: jmknipe360@georgetown.edu
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#73. The Impact of Sociolinguistics, Education as an Art, and Critical Race Theory — Jack Knipe, Ph.D.

“In brief, dialogism says when you go to a text, and read a novel and they present different characters, every character should be viewed as having their own storyline. So dialogism plays out in the classroom in the same way. Recognizing theoretically that every student that I have has their own story. They all have their own narrative. Like you said, we can’t dismiss them. It’s very dehumanizing to pretend that all of these students can learn in the same way and they all have the same capacity and they all have the same background.” - Jack Knipe
Welcome back to another episode of Discover More.
This week’s guest is Jack Knipe, an assistant professor of English and Spanish at Limestone University & an International Student Support Coordinator.
Jack has a Ph.D. in International Education & Linguistics, Masters in Education in Integrated Curriculum & Instruction, and more. He is also an alumnus of the University of Cambridge, George Mason University, Georgetown University, and Middlebury College, just to name a few.
Jack comes with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in all things sociolinguistic, critical thinking, and more equitable education for all.
Not to mention, he is also an exceptionally impressive polyglot, who speaks 9 languages, including Spanish, French, Portuguese, Scottish Gaelic, and more.
In this episode, we discuss a wide range of fascinating topics related to language and education.
Jack shares his experience learning 9 languages, as well as teaching in K-12 and higher education settings.
He explains the complex relationship between language, race and power, and explores some of the positives and negatives of today’s education system.
Jack views education as an art, one that necessitates a holistic lens of openness, diversity, and compassion.
We hope you enjoy this week’s Discover More with us and Jack Knipe.
Show Notes:
Jack’s Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/jack.knipe
Jack’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackknipe/
Jack’s Publications: https://www.limestone.edu/directory/john-knipe

#72. 5 Biggest Lessons from Living in Philadelphia

“I think true vulnerability requires true discomfort. I think the definition of vulnerability is inherent to discomfort and vice versa. So I think you’re spot on - I think there is no true vulnerability without true discomfort. And if you feel comfortable sharing whatever you want to share, then that may be a vulnerable piece of your experience of the past, but currently speaking, you’re not being vulnerable in that moment.” - Benoit KimWelcome back to another episode of Discover More.It has been almost a month since Benoit has left Philadelphia, where he has called home for the last 4 years.He left Philadelphia on May 21st, and the date of today’s recording is June 19th, so he has been in LA for almost a month.So this is the episode where he reflects on his journey and chapter in Philadelphia, where he met so many amazing people and was able to collect so many invaluable toolkits. And where he was able to grow professionally and most importantly holistically as a person.This is the episode where Benoit attempts to distill down the 5 biggest takeaways and lessons from the last 4 years of his life in Philadelphia.The lessons are:1) We Don’t Know What We Don’t Know2) Vulnerability is Strength3) Curiosity is Power4) Always Be Humble5) Surrender is the WayWe hope you enjoy this week's episode of Discover More with us. Show Notes: Discover More Newsletter: https://tinyletter.com/discovermorepodcastDiscover More Website: https://discovermore.blog/Benoit’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benoitkim/Aidan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aidanjames24/Brene Brown TED talk “The Power of Vulnerability”: https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability?language=enBrene Brown Netflix Special “The Call to Courage”: https://www.netflix.com/title/81010166Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Impossible-Peak-Performance-Primer/dp/0062977539Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday: https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818Jaclyn’s Episode Part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/discover-more/id1478666639?i=1000511096776Jaclyn’s Episode Part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/discover-more/id1478666639?i=1000512059090

#71. How to Create Balance in a World of Expectation?

“By using the word 'find' we are tricking ourselves because there’s not a magic button… balance isn’t hidden somewhere in this room for us to discover. It’s not an Easter egg hunt. But rather, it’s a cultivated practice. Just like anything else in the world. Similarly, I think that’s the same ethos we want to convey about the difference between finding balance and creating balance. You must create it through continuous practice. Because if you can’t find balance in the little things in life, how can you possibly find balance when it really matters.” - Benoit KimWelcome back to another episode of Discover More. This week, we’re kicking off a new series that we’re excited to share with you.These mini-episodes will discuss one of the main topics that we discussed in last week’s interview.One of the big ideas that came up in our last interview with Sashia Liriano was Balance.In the episode, we discussed the balance of flavors within food, also known as “Umami”.So, we wanted to take it a step further to unpack what balance means to us and how we strive towards it in everyday life.We hope you enjoy this week's episode of Discover More with us.

#70. America’s Gentrified Food Culture, the Beauty of Dominican Cuisine, and the Chef’s Journey — Sashia Gabrieli Liriano

“But I think an important thing is making things inclusive. Before anything goes out to a customer, every single person in the kitchen and all of the servers try everything. We take input from everybody. Understanding that everyone knows what good food tastes like. Having an inclusive kitchen where everybody’s able to put their input in. I think that’s what builds a great menu.” - Sashia LirianoWelcome back to another episode of Discover More.This week, we continue our conversation with Sashia Liriano.Sashia is a Dominican American chef who is the Chef de Cuisine at Friday, Saturday, Sunday, the #2 restaurant in the city according to Philly Magazine.In part 1 of the interview, Sashia shares about her personal journey into the culinary world, so we recommend starting there for context around this week’s conversation.In this episode, we bounce around to a wide range of food topics, ranging from recipes to recommendations to food insecurity.Sashia explains what she looks for in a good restaurant and recommends some of her favorite places to eat and shop for groceries in Philadelphia.She also shares about her experience growing up in the Bronx and how that informs her life today, both in and outside of the kitchen.We also dive into an uncomfortable but important conversation around food insecurity. Not only is food inaccessibility damaging the health of disadvantaged populations, but it’s also disrupting the food systems and cultural traditions of many communities.We both took so much away from this conversation and we encourage everyone to reflect on the topics discussed, especially around food inequality and our role in it.We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us and Sashia Liriano. Show Notes:Sashia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sashia_gabrieli_/Friday Saturday Sunday’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friday.saturday.sunday/Restaurant Website: https://www.fridaysaturdaysunday.com/Sashia’s Favorite Restaurants in Philadelphia: - New American- Cadence: https://www.cadencerestaurant.com/ - French- Forsythia: https://www.forsythiaphilly.com/ - Chinese- David’s Mai Lai Wah: http://www.davidsmailaiwah.com/ - Mexican- Burrito Feliz Foodtruck: https://www.instagram.com/burritofelizphilly/?hl=en - Pho- Nam Phuong: https://www.namphuongphilly.com/ - Ramen- Terakawa Ramen: http://www.terakawaramen.com/ - Sandwich- Stockyard Sandwich: https://www.stockyardphilly.com/ - Sandwich- Middle Child: https://middlechildphilly.com/

69. Defying All Odds and Becoming The Best in the Restaurant Industry through Sacrifice, Boundaries, and Resilience - Sashia Gabrieli Liriano

“I worked on this dish for three months and it’s still not good enough. Let’s put it on the back burner and work on something else. We really wanna put things out that we always gonna be proud of. You know when you do something and you know you half-assed it? You pretend to feel good about it, but in reality, deep down in your heart, you know that it’s not that good. That’s definitely part of the creative process...having integrity.” - Sashia  Gabrieli LirianoWelcome back to another episode of Discover More.This week’s guest is Sashia Liriano.Sashia is a Dominican American chef who is the Chef de Cuisine at Friday, Saturday, Sunday, the #2 restaurant in the city according to Philly Magazine.She was born and raised in the Bronx and then attended the Art Institute in Philadelphia for culinary management.Over the past decade, she’s worked at 19 kitchens, including a number of Philly’s most prominent restaurants, including, Barbuzzo’s, Little Nonnas, and Fork.Sashia comes with a wealth of knowledge around all things food, resiliency, and restaurant management.In this week’s episode, Sashia tells some eye-opening stories from her culinary journey in Philadelphia, which truly shine a light on her resilience.She also shares about her Dominican American upbringing, and how those influences inform the food that she creates today.She goes on to explain the power that mentorship has had on her life, as well as her creative process as a chef.Whether it’s cooking, leading, or listening, Sashia leads with integrity and a human-first approach.It’s clear why she’s such a respected and beloved member of the Philadelphia food scene.We hope you enjoy this episode of Discover More, with us and Sashia Liriano. Show Notes:Sashia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sashia_gabrieli_/Friday Saturday Sunday’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friday.saturday.sunday/Restaurant Website: https://www.fridaysaturdaysunday.com/Beyond Order by Jordan B Peterson:The Love Languages by Gary ChapmanHow to Do the Work by Dr. Nicole LePerra

68. Disrupting the Mental Health Stigma by Building Support Systems, Redefining Success, and Embracing Entrepreneurship as a Practice — Wes Woodson

"I automatically disqualified myself from even trying because I was told that I have a learning disability. And that person wasn’t even in the room...Their voice became my voice and I limited myself and convinced myself that I wasn’t enough. And I’m thankful for my parents reminding me that I’m enough, smart enough, to be in that room. So in that book, I would write ‘You are more than enough. And don’t let anyone tell you otherwise." - Wes WoodsonWelcome back to another episode of Discover More.This week, we continue our conversation with Wes Woodson.Wes is the founder and chief-storyteller of thehidden, a clothing brand that inspires young people to be their true selves.He is also a public speaker and the author of the book “I Have Anxiety (So What?)”, which will be released in the coming weeks.In part 1 of the interview, Wes opens up about his mental health challenges that ultimately sparked his passion for helping others through storytelling. This portion was released last week as episode 67, and we recommend listening to it first as a starting point for this week’s episode.This week, our conversation goes a bit deeper, and Wes shares a vulnerable story from his childhood.At a young age, Wes was told that he had a learning disability, just because he learned differently then his peers. He explains that he was not only teased for this label, but also severely limited by it. The narrative he was given by the system became his self-narrative.Luckily, his parents were incredibly supportive through these years and helped him navigate these challenges and develop self-belief.He has gone on to deliver a TedTalk, start a company, and most recently, write a book.Wes also describes how he views the relationship between success and happiness, as well as the attributes that he believes make a great entrepreneur.Towards the end of the episode, Wes tells an incredible story about meeting Tommy Hilfiger in a bathroom. This story serves as a reminder to always take your shot when given an opportunity.We hope you enjoy this wide-ranging conversation, with us, and Wes Woodson. Show Notes:About Wes Woodson: https://www.weswoodson.com/Wes Woodson’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weswoodson/The Hidden Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehiddenco/The Hidden Co Website: https://www.thehiddenco.com/passwordWes’s TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfSJzKz-16E&ab_channel=TEDxTalksWes’s Medium Article “Full Disclosure”: https://wwoodson1.medium.com/full-disclosure-ab9a2931a745Simon Sinek’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qp0HIF3SfI4Logic’s Book “Super Market”: https://www.amazon.com/Supermarket-Bobby-Hall/dp/1982127139/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=logic+supermarket&qid=1621806958&sr=8-2

67. How to Find Courage Amidst Change through the Power of Solitude and Storytelling — Wes Woodson

"A good story is one that is vulnerable and authentic. And not just crafted up. So let’s go back to the TED Talk. Yeah, I did come out there and I said I have social anxiety...I admitted my biggest fear. Storytelling is so powerful because it gives you the ability to knock down that wall and establish connections. So I personally think a good story is one that provokes emotion and that is extremely vulnerable and authentic." - Wes Woodson Welcome back to another episode of Discover More.This week’s guest is Wes Woodson.Wes is the founder and chief-story teller of thehidden, a clothing brand that inspires young people to be their true selves.He started a non-profit at 16, delivered a TED talk at 21, and is about to release his first book, titled, “I Have Anxiety (So What?)”After suffering a panic attack that landed him in a mental health clinic, Wes thought, “Why do I have to go to the lowest point in my life to get this level of knowledge?”This started his mission to share stories and toolkits that he learned in anxiety school to help others own their anxiety.In this week’s conversation, he shares many of the book’s insights, but we highly recommend you to pick up a copy when it’s released this Thursday, May 20, 2021.In addition to mental health and healing, storytelling is a huge topic of conversation.Wes explains what makes a good story, and how stories are fundamental to human connection.He’s is one of the most genuine and talented storytellers and humans we’ve ever met, and we’re so excited to share this episode with you.We hope you enjoy this week's episode of Discover More, with us and Wes Woodson. Show Notes:Wes Woodson’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weswoodson/The Hidden Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehiddenco/The Hidden Co Website: https://www.thehiddenco.com/passwordTED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfSJzKz-16E&ab_channel=TEDxTalksAtomic Habits by James Clear: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/07352112991-800-273-8255 by Logic: https://open.spotify.com/track/5tz69p7tJuGPeMGwNTxYuV 

66. Home-Grown Food Is Medicine, the Importance of Fiber Diversity for Gut Health, and Profitable Passion Projects— Ross Raddi

"It just makes common sense at least in terms of the health aspect. And it really only clicked for me 5 months ago, because like I said, I stopped eating dairy and  gluten. The brain fog cleared up immediately. Within 12 days, all the lingering depression I had was gone. I was like a whole new person again. Within 30 days, I felt happy and I could have listed at least 10 differences in my life that were significantly better in terms of my health. Some people are going to react differently than other people, but food is medicine." - Ross Raddi Welcome back to another episode of Discover More.This week, we continue our conversation with Ross Raddi.Ross (@rossraddi)is a talented arborist, podcast host, accountant, and YouTuber.In last week’s conversation, we discussed the power of gardening and home-grown food, while this week, we dive into all things health and functional medicine.Functional medicine is a form of alternative medicine that focuses on solving the root problem rather than fixing symptoms, and Ross learned a lot about it through studying the work of Dr. Mark Hyman.By applying functional medicine principles and eliminating gluten and dairy from his diet, Ross shares that he was able to move past the depression that plagued him for years growing up.He also shares his most powerful tips for building a successful side business.This occurs at the end of the episode, so be sure to stick around for these insights.We hope you enjoy this week’s episode of Discover More, with us and Ross Raddi. Show Notes:Ross Raddi’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RossRaddi/videosRoss Raddi’s Website & Blog: https://figboss.com/Ross Raddi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rossraddi/The Fruit Talk! Podcast: https://anchor.fm/rossraddiRadio Appearances: https://www.foodgardenlife.com/show/home-herbalistDr. Mark Hyman’s Podcast: https://drhyman.com/blog/category/podcasts/