Human Affairs

We don't understand this war....and that's the reason we are losing it.

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:58:11 GMT

In the global struggle between the free world and the axis of authoritarian imperialism; we, the defenders of freedom, see a level of confusion that makes the other side have an upper hand. In this podcast, I am sharing a perspective that can bring clarity and help us turn the tide in this global hybrid war, one that will define the future of humanity and our planet.

The Silent Majority: Living in the Gray Zone

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 21:18:33 GMT

In an era when the state of global affairs is making humanity being at the verge of self imploding, the large majority that remains silent , living in a gray zone , is preventing humanity to win its war against the forces of evil currently dominating the global agenda.

The Road to Hope

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 16:07:32 GMT

Hope is not a given and it is in high demand these days. Exhausted from the cycle of tragic news and unprecedented personal and collective challenges, we may often feel hopeless.

The Road to Hope is based on the pursuit of finding a way forward into a new hope, one based on the intersection of realistic, mindful, emotional and aspirational pillars.

As we drive into destination "Hope", we take into our hands the tasks of standing up and inspiring others. So there will be light at the end of the tunnel, the one that still needs to be built.

Diplocalypsis

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 16:54:46 GMT

A handshake that is worth more than any words: UN secretary general smiling while greeting human rights ongoing offender Iran, as it starts heading a UN Human Rights committee, symbolizes the collapse of global diplomacy as we have known it for almost a century.

Freedom of Spit

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:18:12 GMT

When freedom of speech is used without a moral compass, spitting on the suffering enhances a world dominated by hatred and collective bullying. History shows where that leads. As we are living historical moments, we shall regain the freedom of speech for a human conversation without the inhumane beasts controlling now the global voice.

The Loss of Humanity

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 18:19:27 GMT

When the murdering cruelty of a barbaric Middle Ages terror group as Hamas becomes part of the legitimate discourse of global society, the risk for humankind to lose its humanity is at its highest alert level. Reporting directly from Tel Aviv, Jorge Diener shares a global and human perspective on the struggle ahead for those who are still hopeful that evil can be defeated.

Any Intelligence for Humanity

Sun, 14 May 2023 17:09:07 GMT

AI or better said Any Intelligence for Humanity frames the current fuzz on Artificial Intelligence in the context of how we use any intelligence for good.

The Mindfulness of "Other-Development"

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 18:16:31 GMT

Is Self-Development the solution to human existence? Can the investment on our selves bring human progress? Building a new paradigm for focusing on developing the "other" in a caring human society.

Israel, the Demo-Up Nation

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:52:19 GMT

Learning lessons from the current crisis in Israel as we look at the power of the fourth pillar of demo-cracy playing the ultimate check & balance

Armafreedom

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 07:13:58 GMT

On how the naiveté of the many millions actively walking the streets of global societies challenged by darkness, will make humanity prevail.

Flowers Flying over Dusty Lands

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 15:54:41 GMT

In the opening episode of Season 2 of Human Affairs, Jorge Diener is moving the conversation from the "making sense of a world in disarray" to bringing a colorful framework of actual ideas and actions to deal with the challenges of the present and the future.

The making of a new Era

Sat, 24 Dec 2022 18:55:10 GMT

As we approach the end of an extraordinary year , this season finale reflects on human aspirations beyond happiness in the making of a new era.

The World Cup: Half full or Half Empty?

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 12:44:14 GMT

A human perspective behind the scenes of the world's biggest sport party.

Special Edition "Vaccinated against Cruelty"

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 18:26:22 GMT

When 10 million people in Ukraine are freezing due to the cruel destruction of their country's infrastructure and 500 million people in the world are at the risk of starvation because of cruel violence by armies of evil; we can't remain immune to human suffering. Adapting to go on with our lives doesn't mean being indifferent, but should mean allocating part of our time, resources and purpose in doing something about it. We always say about past mass human tragedies that 'we won't forget" . Let's not forget now how we can avoid getting into those remembrance words.

The Lake, the Journey and what's in between

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 11:27:36 GMT

On how the struggle between stability and disruption can trigger progress for ourselves, our businesses and the world.

The New Divide

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 07:47:53 GMT

Finding Purpose at the edge of Global Transformations

Stem Cell your Life Path

Sun, 30 Oct 2022 17:42:19 GMT

Lessons from Evolution and Cell Biology & the transformative power of Stem Cells in rebuilding lives, literally and metaphorically.

Algorithocracy

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 21:47:51 GMT

When algorithms are the queens and kings of the new balance of power and their owners decide what reality we see and we live, netizens can transform the digital scene by creating an open space towards a renewed free society.

It's not the economy, stupid.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 15:21:02 GMT

From customers who are not always right, to bitcoin secrecy, through disruption that actually preserves and win-win models that are outdated.

An attempt to move away from transactional into relational societies, companies and organizations; removing transactions as the basic DNA of current human interactions.

The DysUtopian Present

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 18:37:22 GMT

When the dystopian future is here today, we may unlock the active power of envisioning a human values-based future and get closer to Utopia, an ideal benevolent community.

Found in Translation

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 12:05:42 GMT

From a 7.6 Richter scale earthquake in Mexico City to the Abba Voyage concert in London Arena; a leap of faith on empathic societies.

About Davids, Goliaths and Business Strategies

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 17:10:49 GMT

On how being the free-thinking underdog gives you a winning edge. Business Strategy lessons from the dynamics of the war in Ukraine and a little bit of "All you need is love" by The End.

The End of Geopolitics

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 18:09:54 GMT

In a world where balance is challenged, geopolitics can't provide anymore an answer. Human agency may write a new path, one that each one needs to explore.

Human Affairs Podcast 1

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 16:47:35 GMT

Making sense of a world in disarray