Connecting Flight

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Each episode, young women from around the globe break down borders of mind, heart, and land with challenging questions and cross-cultural conversations. Created during the COVID-19 Pandemic, Connecting Flight adds voices to the fight for a stronger, more connected future. Music composed by Jesse Haennelt www.JesseHaennelt.com

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Episodes

Identity & Belonging

What constitutes "the self"? Is identity something that is coded before birth, constructed by circumstances, or produced by free will and choice? Today's discussion explores these factors, and how identity can yield division and unity alike.

Jun 14, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 8

The Symbiosis of Language & Culture

From untranslatable phrases to anecdotes of multilingual life, the voices of Connecting Flight explore the impact of the world on our words, and our words on the world.

Jun 01, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Relationships, Breakups, and Love

The pandemic has resulted in a collective breakup with reality, and is both straining and strengthening interpersonal relationships around the world. Today Connecting Flight launches into conversation about all things breakups, relationships, love, and healing.

May 16, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Emotions: The Good, the Bad, and the Reasons for Both

What are the most beneficial and destructive emotions? Is there one constant state of emotion to strive for? What purpose do emotions serve? Connecting Flight dives into these questions today, as the pandemic continues to fuel an emotional rollercoaster.

Apr 26, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Culture Quirks: Greetings Around the Globe

How do you greet others? Today's conversation explores different greetings from around the globe, the quirks within the cultures, and the insight we can glean from the first hello. Music and sound engineering by Jesse Haennelt. www.JesseHaennelt.com

Apr 19, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Inclination or Obligation?

There is much debate about the best way to use time – both while in lockdown and in daily life. Today the crew of Connecting Flight questions if we have inherent obligations to uphold for being human, what those are, and where they come from. Music and sound engineering by Jesse Haennelt. www.JesseHaennelt.com

Apr 12, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 3

What is True Human Connection?

Is it possible to remain connected while in social isolation? This week the voices of Connecting Flight discuss their own definitions of what it means to be connected, and what factors facilitate and prohibit true connection.

Apr 05, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Lessons from Life on Lockdown

Meet the international crew of Connecting Flight, the changing world they are living in, and the lessons they've learned while enduring a pandemic. Sound engineering and music composed by Jesse Haennelt. www.JesseHaennelt.com

Mar 29, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Welcome to Connecting Flight

Each episode, young women from around the globe work to break down borders of mind, heart, and land with challenging questions and cross-cultural communication. Created during the COVID-19 Pandemic, Connecting Flight stands for a stronger, more connected future. Music composed by Jesse Haennelt: www.JesseHaennelt.com

Mar 29, 2020•2 min

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