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Through live workshops, AliceAnne will get to the core of what it takes to truly show up as your best self both personally and professionally. AliceAnne helps high-achieving women in leadership and in small business align their core values with not only their business, but also their relationships, leadership style, and overall life satisfaction.
ART FOR YOUR EAR brings you stories from some of my favorite contemporary artists. When I studied Art History, the best part was, well, the gossip. I loved finding out why artists did certain things, what was going on in their personal lives, and behind-the-scenes details about other artists they knew and worked with. This podcast is exactly that ... inside-scoop stories from the artsiest people I know. You'll hear first-hand from these talented, successful, full-time artists (who also happe ...
On every episode you will hear inspiring conversations with leading experts in the fields of psychology, sports, personal growth, nutrition and other fields in order to gain clarity and understanding on how to deal with life in these exciting, yet challenging times. Your host, Nesh Nikolic, is a Clinical Psychologist based in Canberra, Australia with over 15,000 hours of 1-on-1 therapy experience. He’s trained in a number of therapy modes including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cogn ...
Mixed media collages of Black boys and girls. Powerful, important work by Austin artist, Deborah Roberts. (Yes, I'm totally fan-girling over here!)By Danielle Krysa
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49: Small Business Marketing Is a Partnership With Community with Judy Buddensick
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Do you volunteer often? Are you interested in learning more about how it could benefit your personal life, business and community? If you answered yes to either question then this episode is for you! In this episode, I am chatting with my dear friend, Judy Buddensick, about the importance of partnering with your clients and supporting your communit…
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48: How to Be an Impactful Leader as an Introvert with Melissa Roberg
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Do you sometimes find it difficult to be seen and heard? Would you consider yourself an introvert? If you answered yes to either question then this episode is for you. In this episode, I am chatting with Melissa Roberg about being an impactful and strong leader as an introvert. I am really excited for you to hear the many ways you can manage your e…
What happens when you give two over-sharers a podcast mic? THIS. From 9/11 to tablecloths draped over ourselves ... Philly-based artist, Sarah Detweiler, is my guest today.By Danielle Krysa
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47: Tips for Supporting Your Aging Loved One With Dementia with Winsome Brown
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From a young age, we are told to do well in school, go to college, get married, buy a home, start a family, and so on, but we often forget that as we get older, our parents do too. It is inevitable, and it is something that we don’t often think about or plan for. A lot of us are in an in-between stage of life where we are raising our children while…
Slowing down, embracing nature, being vulnerable, and eating cheese in the nude - Ashley Longshore is back to kick off 2021!By Danielle Krysa
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46: How Exercise Can Empower You with Tara De Leon
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Prioritizing exercise isn’t easy especially when it is viewed as a punishment rather than a celebration. Do you agree? Sometimes we forget about all of the things that our bodies are capable of because we are so caught up in a meal that we ate, fitting into a certain size, or wishing we had a toned stomach. One thing I have learned over the years i…
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45: Why You Should Consider Outsourcing Your Business Accounting
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I have been in business for a long time now. One thing that I learned early on in my business journey is the importance of having a professional help you with your accounting and taxes. There are so many things that we have to handle and worry about as entrepreneurs. If there is one thing that is important enough to outsource and get help, this is …
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#77 — Amanda Feilding on the Clinical Applications Of Psychedelics
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Amanda Feilding about the transformative and therapeutic potential of psychedelic compounds and their clinical applications. Amanda Feilding has been called the ‘hidden hand’ behind the renaissance of psychedelic science, and her contribution to global drug policy reform has also been piv…
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44: Unexpected Ways to Support Small Businesses
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It’s the time of year when so many of us are doing a lot of retail shopping. I know that with the crazy year we’ve all had, it feels so simple just to order everything online and call it a day. However, I’m here with a short episode to remind us why it’s important to support the small business owners in your community. I have so many business owner…
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43: How Kathy Watson Pursued Her Passion to Create Her Dream Business
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As leading ladies, certain self-care activities add to our happiness and sense of confidence. For me, I enjoy having a great manicure. I've been known to tell people that if they see me without a great looking manicure, you know that things are really wrong with me. So, in this episode, I'm so excited to chat with a leading lady who definitely know…
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#76 — Nesh Nikolic on The Importance Of Psychological Flexibility (BrainTainment Podcast)
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In this episode, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Liam O’Donell as a guest on BrainTainment podcast about the importance of psychological flexibility. Nesh Nikolic is a Canberra-based clinical psychologist with over 15,000 hours of one-on-one therapy experience. He has trained in a number of therapy modes including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Co…
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42: Improving Pet Health: How Sue Delegan Turned Her Passion Into a Business
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If you have spent any time listening to my podcast or as a member of the Leading Lady Facebook community, then you know how much I love my dog. Pets are such an important part of a family and make life so much better. I’m super excited to chat with a guest today that feels as strongly about animals as I do. Sue Delegan is the co-founder and Chief E…
She wanted to be a fairy when she grew up. She nailed it! From tinsel-covered art you can wear to sparkly art you can sit on. Australian artist/designer Rachel Burke is my guest.By Danielle Krysa
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#75 — Dr Michael Carr-Gregg on The Mental Health Crisis In Australia
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Michael Carr-Gregg about the growing mental health crisis among young people in Australia and ways on how we can all address it. Dr Michael Carr-Gregg is one of Australia's highest profile psychologists, author of 14 books, broadcaster and a specialist in corporate mental health, famil…
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41: Understanding Social Media Ads with Elizabeth McNevin
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As an entrepreneur, I am always looking for ways to scale my business and get in front of more potential customers. One of the most popular and successful ways to do this is through social media ads. However, getting started with social media ads is not for the faint of heart. It can feel completely overwhelming and foreign if you don’t understand …
From childhood stories of beached whales to having her work acquired by MoMA, New York based sculptor Petah Coyne and I cover it all!By Danielle Krysa
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40: Celebrate the Pelvic Floor with Julie Blamphin
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Have you ever taken time to think about the intricate details of your body and your health? Our physical health is nuanced and has many factors that impact it for better or worse. One example is the somewhat taboo topic of pelvic floor health. Today, I am joined by a special guest who is such a positive, joyful light - Julie Blamphin. Julie is a de…
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#74 — Peter Graham on Redefining Retirement Beyond 'Life After Work'
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Peter Graham about the realities of retirement, the danger of boredom, and how we can prepare emotionally for retirement. Peter Graham has been involved in the financial services industry for over 50 years. Initially, his involvement was with the marketing of life insurance but he quickly…
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BISA BUTLER : children of the rainbow
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Painting with fabric. Insanely detailed, life-sized quilted portraits of African Americans lost to history. New Jersey based artist Bisa Butler is my guest today.By Danielle Krysa
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39: Creating a Stronger, Bolder, and Healthier You with Sara Heilman
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Taking care of your body is so important, but sometimes it feels so hard -right? Recently I have been on a quest to shift my mindset to create a sustainable lifestyle instead of yoyo dieting. My special guest today does just that, so I am excited to dive in with her! Sara Heilman is the founder of Strong, Bold, Healthy where she is a certified pers…
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DIANA WEYMAR : time capsule within a time capsule
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Embroidery and politics - turns out they're a perfect combination! Diana Weymar, the creator of the "Tiny Pricks Project" is my guest today.By Danielle Krysa
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38: How to Improve Your Writing, Boost Your SEO and Generate More Income Through Blogging with Chrissy Rey
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Have you been thinking about starting a blog? Wondering if it’s for you? I’m so excited to be joined by Chrissy Rey with Pongos Interactive to teach us everything we need to know about entering the blogging world. Chrissy is a Leading Lady Ambassador, which means she is committed to helping fellow Leading Ladies thrive in their leadership and busin…
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#73 — Dr Kaitlin Harkess on the Empirical Evidence of Yoga
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Kaitlin Harkess about the empirical evidence of yoga and its positive effects to our mental health. Dr. Kaitlin Harkess is a registered Clinical Psychologist and Senior Yoga Instructor who is passionate about supporting individuals to cultivate healthful and meaningful lives. Kaitlin i…
A project born from the constraints of COVID-19 - found sticks from her back yard and the continuation of her embroidery-thread art practice - Natalie Ciccoricco is my guest.By Danielle Krysa
Recently, I launched a new product in my coaching business. It was exciting and yet a little nerve-wracking to put myself out there by doing something new. After the launch, I began to get feedback about a typo found in one of my new product emails. It wasn’t a big deal, but it did make me stop to think. It caused me to reflect on how we interact w…
This is the first episode of season no.5, and my guest is painter Ronald Jackson - a talented, insightful, self-taught artist who was also a member of the US military for two decades.By Danielle Krysa
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#72 — Dr John Gray on Surviving Relationships During Covid-19 Pandemic
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr John Gray about how couples can maintain and fuel the spark in their relationships during challenging times of COVID-19. Dr John Gray is the author of the most well-known and trusted relationship book of all time, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. USA Today listed his book as on…
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36: Good Girls, Wise Women and The Quest for Wholeness with Joanna Dziekan
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As women, there are so many things that weigh on us constantly - family, career, self, loving relationships, and on and on. It can get to be a lot if you let it. In this episode, I’m so excited to share a dear friend with you - Joanna Dziekan. Joanna is a fellow coach who helps women shift from a Good Girl to a Wise Woman to assist women in their q…
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#71 — Dr Christopher Willard on Applying Mindfulness in Daily Life
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Christopher Willard about the science of mindfulness and how it rewires our brains and bodies for greater resilience. Dr. Christopher Willard (PsyD) is a psychologist and educational consultant based in Boston specializing in mindfulness. He has been practicing meditation for 20 years,…
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35: Tips for Supporting Your Child’s Academic Success with Karima Davis
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With a career background in early childhood education, I feel like I should be able to help my own kids with whatever they need for school. However, that’s often not the case for parents. That’s why it can be so valuable to hire a tutor to support your kids. In today’s episode, Karima Davis gives us the ins and outs of hiring a tutor for your kids.…
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#70 — Tara J Lal on The Ripple Effect of Suicide
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Tara J Lal about raising awareness around suicide and reducing the stigma associated with mental illness. Tara J Lal is a professional firefighter with Fire and Rescue NSW and a PhD candidate at the University of New England. She is the internationally published author of Standing on My B…
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34: An Empowered Approach To Your Health and Energy with Dr. Erin Kinney
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It can be easy to get overwhelmed with your health as a woman - especially as you get older. However, I truly believe that women should take an empowered and active role in maintaining their health. One of the important things to understand is the role that your hormones play in your health and energy levels. Today, I am so thrilled to chat with an…
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#69 — Nic Newling: Unscripted Conversations around Mental Health
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Nic Newling about reducing mental health stigma and lowering the barriers of seeking help through helpful conversations. Nic Newling is an outspoken advocate for mental health, suicide prevention, and sharing personal stories. Having lived through the experience of suffering with a mood d…
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33: How to Build an Engaging Instagram Community (and How to Do It Quickly!) with Kristin Gulitz
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Social media - especially Instagram - has become such an important part of building a business and connecting with groups of like-minded people. I have worked so hard to build my own online presence as I have grown my business, and there are so many other business owners that I follow and admire. One person I really admire is Kristin Gulitz from @h…
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32: Changing Your Relationship with Food and Your Body with Elizabeth Harris
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I will be the first to admit that I have always had a love/hate relationship with food. Like many other leading ladies, I have struggled with food and body image for most of my adult life. When I met our guest on today’s episode, I was finally able to identify some of my personal blocks and challenges were with nutrition and wellness. Listen in to …
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#68 — Dr Hayley Watson on Mental Health Skills for Kids
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Hayley Watson about supporting the mental health of students, parents, and teachers through a practical curriculum for developing mental skills. Dr Hayley Watson is a clinical psychologist, researcher, lecturer, and program developer who is passionate about helping people find and cult…
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31: Supporting Your Mental Health Through Self Care and Self Love with Maria Winters
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I frequently get requests in the Leading Ladies Facebook group to do a podcast focusing on mental health. This topic is SO important to me, and I have done my best to be honest about my own mental health challenges. When we talk about mental health, it allows us to normalize the topic and allows people to get the information and help they so desper…
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#67 — Dr Robb Kelly on Chronic Alcohol Addiction & Recovery (A Real Life Story)
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Robb Kelly about his purpose in helping addicts and alcoholics to recover their lives from the disease of addiction. Robb Kelly, PhD is a world-renowned addiction expert who believes in treating the problem, not the symptoms. Based on his own experiences working with addicts and alcoho…
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30: Shifting Your Mindset to See Opportunity In Challenges
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Recently I started off a Monday morning by reading a very mean-spirited and hurtful email. It left me feeling upset and slighted, and I had to work really hard to find the positive in that experience. In this episode of the Leading Lady Podcast, I chat about this experience, what I did to turn it into an opportunity for growth, and my suggestions f…
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#66 — Martin Fisk on Helping Young Men Navigate Life
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Martin Fisk about helping young guys reach their full potential and become the great adult men they want to be through mentoring and counselling. Martin Fisk is the Chief Executive of Menslink and joined in March 2011 after a twenty-five year career in both the private and public sectors,…
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29: Simple Ways to Cultivate Joyful Moments in Your Daily Life
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Recently, I came upon a beautiful quote by Marianne Williamson. It said, “Joy is what happens to us when we allow ourselves to realize how good things really are.” What does it mean to have joy in your life? It is so easy to confuse joy and happiness as the same thing - but are they? This month, I spent some time coaching a client on how to bring m…
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#65 — Steve Zolezzi on Nature as a Therapeutic Aid
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Steve Zolezzi about outdoor learnings, spirituality, symbolism, and nature as a therapeutic aid. Steve Zolezzi is a Registered Psychologist with 25 years experience in education and psychology and is a leading expert on school well-being and positive psychology practice. He consults widel…
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28: The Importance of Showing Up as Prepared and Professional In Your Business
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When you are building a new business and marketing yourself, you will be networking with other business owners quite frequently. In these encounters, it is so important to present yourself as professional and prepared. In this episode of the Leading Lady Podcast, I discuss a recent business call that I had and how it left me feeling sour and disapp…
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#64 — Prof David Sloan Wilson on Evolutionary Biology & Psychology
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Prof David Sloan Wilson about how human attempts to solve problems from an evolution perspective can have unintended consequences. David Sloan Wilson is an evolutionary biologist with a wide range of interests, including natural selection as a hierarchical process, the nature of intraspec…
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27: Keeping Hope Alive in Uncertain Times
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We’ve all been affected by COVID in different ways. Recently, I found myself feeling exhausted and burnt out because of the emotions and stress of leading a business during this time of uncertainty. My feelings led me to seek out some coaching for my own mindset. Listen in for a raw and vulnerable conversation about how COVID has impacted my mindse…
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#63 — Shaun O'Gorman: The Strong Life Project
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Shaun O’Gorman about living a life with strength, tenacity, resilience, optimism, nurturing & generosity. Shaun O’Gorman has seen his fair share of violence and depravity throughout his life. In fact, more like many lives worth. But it has not defined the man he has become today, despite …
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26: How Venting Impacts Your Mindset and Relationships
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When we feel frustrated or angry, it is human nature to want to “vent” and share our challenges with others. It helps us feel less alone in our trials and relieve some stress, but is it always helpful? In this episode, I share my perspective about “venting” conversations and when they are helpful and when they become simply gossip. After listening …
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25: Celebrating the Ordinary Everyday Moments
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We all experience struggles and trials -especially in 2020. Despite the struggles, it is possible to find ways to celebrate every day. In this episode, I share ways that I am choosing to celebrate even though this has been a difficult year for our society, my life, and my business. My hope in sharing the small and simple ways that I am celebrating …
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#62 — Will Henshall on Improving Concentration with Scientifically Designed Music
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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Will Henshall about personalized music that can help you focus, reduce distractions, and maintain productivity when working and studying. Will Henshall has achieved notable global success both as a musical/visual artist and as a technical inventor. In 1987, he founded the British pop soul…
