Interview Series
Meeting with and learning from people exploring and navigating the frontiers of human and social development is an essential part of Human Learning Ecology. Understanding something about what they are paying attention to and learning, but also how they have been shaping their own learning journeys, provides insight into what kinds of capacities are needed to navigate the Human Venture.
From Droughts to Downpours: getting to know water with Tricia Stadnyk
In 2024, a critical water line in Calgary abruptly burst forcing the city to immediately impose water restrictions on its…
Understanding History to Innovate with Mark Kozak-Holland
Titanic Lessons for IT Projects, The History of Project Management and Lessons from History are among some of Mark Kozak-Holland’s work. His work recognizes the importance…
Failure of Humanity to Act with Romeo Dallaire
In April 2015 Ken Low interviewed 2015 Calgary Peace Prize recipient Lieutenant-General Roméo Dallaire, author of Shake Hands with the Devil:…
The Energy of Slaves with Andrew Nikiforuk
Ken Low from the Human Venture Institute interviews Andrew Nikiforuk, author of The Energy of Slaves. Hosted by Leadership Calgary…
Mistakes were Made (but not by me) with Carol Tavris
In May 2014, we interviewed Carol Tavris, co-author of Mistakes Were Made (but not by me). Our conversation explored cognitive dissonance and…
Barbara Coloros & Robert Bateman
It was an honour to host two very thoughtful and caring individuals, Barbara Coloroso and Robert Bateman on January 25, 2014. Barbara,…
Chris Hedges
Our interview with Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Chris Hedges on November 23, 2013 was an opportunity to hear first hand…
Samantha Nutt
On January 17, 2013 we hosted Dr. Samantha Nutt for an interview about her development as a leader. Dr. Nutt…