The Daniel Eagles Show: Recent Episodes
Daniel Eagles
Daniel Eagles is a barefoot ultra-runner, writer, performer, movement coach and (un)educator His podcast provides a unique platform for all things (extra)ordinary, alongside special people from all over the world...
A short exploration of the role our emotions play in learning and physical movement training in particular.
Is all energy actually emotional? And from what sources are we not even aware that we are being fuelled by?
I also share a few personal stories and experiences that have shaped my movement journey in recent months.
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Odin Theatre (Physical Training)
Butoh Performance (Peeping Tom)
A short sharing of some key principles and methods I believe to be crucial when attempting to write a novel; or, equally, any creative pursuit of a similar kind.
I explore the 3 kinds of 'creative energy' we perhaps all have and how to best make use of them, as well as detailing the role of 'emptyness' and 'detachment' as a creator / author.
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The Artist's Way (book)
A breakdown of the physical, emotional and social components required to train for and complete a long ultramarathon event.
I also share my own personal journey and practices as I prepare for my first 100 mile race on 25th September 2021.
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Show Notes:
Ultramarathon Events In Belgium
Ido Portal Method Training (Amsterdam)
Francine Marie is a dancer, performer, poet, lover of music and creator of the 'Existential Snack Bar'. She lives on a boat in Belgium but can be found poetically stumbling her way through all manner of adventures around Europe.
We discussed the creative process, as experienced through dance and movement, language, Pessoa's 'Tedium', cosmic irony, as well as plenty of playful detours.
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Show Notes:
The Book Of Disquiet (Pessoa)
Tic Tac Art Centre (Movement / Dance Space in Brussels)
Chris Smith is a successful South African businessman, bitcoin enthusiast, passionate weightlifter, amateur runner and promoter of more decentralised ways of living.
We explore why 'money is energy', how Bitcoin may well be the best step forward for us both financially and socially, and how decentralised systems (including going 'off the grid' even) have immense potential for positive change.
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Show Notes:
The Bitcoin Standard (book)
Dr. Saifedean Ammous / The Bitcoin Standard Academy
Henry Willmott is a 'techy', minimalist, mover and lover of Internet-based rabbit holes! Check out his More Minimal Youtube channel to see what he's about...
His 5th time on the podcast was as insightful as ever, as we playfully debunked some modern work and life-based myths.
Is there a place for gazing at your computer screen all day every day? How do you create a life abundant with time and energy for 'wasting' on the shit you simply find interesting? What is the true art of living? And how do we embrace ourselves as infinite movers and learners, and yet choose a disciplined, authentic path at the same time?
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Show Notes:
More Minimal (Youtube Channel)
A quick check-in regarding my recent Movement Journey: re-entering the Ido Portal Method, professionalising the Tao of Movement, and 'showing up' to the practice, becoming a better 'student' etc...
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Show Notes:
Ido Portal Training in Amsterdam
Awareness Through Movement Book
Just Move Documentary (Ido Portal)
Diving into that mysterious and divine creative force! What is creativity? How does it work? And how might we better manifest our creative wishes?
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Jocko Willink (Podcast + Info)
The Artist's Way (Book)
A short examination on the principle of 'paradox' and how it can enlighten our running, movement and monkful journeys. We explore 3 basic ideas within the dynamic of paradox and how they culminate in the wonderful paradoxical journey of being.
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Passion Paradox Book
A playful exploration of that thing I call 'Monkfulness'. How does it differ from mindfulness? And what does it mean to live a truly 'monkful' life, embracing everything that this human life of ours has to offer?
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Sufism Organisation
A brief meditation on the power of dance as a movement practice, training method for runners and integral part of human life!
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Ecstatic Dance Amsterdam
A short and simple explanation of my 3 favourite barefoot shoe brands - for hiking, for every day use and (of course) for running!
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Show Notes:
Freet Footwear
Vivo Barefoot
Vibram FiveFingers
Explaining the 'Taoist' art of 'purposelessness'; that which arises in and of itself, and is enjoyed solely for its own existence and nothing more. I briefly examine a few inspired sources, as well as my own daily experiences of purposelessness also...
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The Tao Of Philosophy (Alan Watts)
A brief exploration of the great Tao ('the way'); how I experience it through running, movement and daily life, and how we might better appreciate Taoism as a philosophy, a movement and a (non)religion...
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Tao Te Ching (translation by Stephen Mitchell)
I share my 5 favourite Running books and what everyone, I believe, can gain from reading them! From personal stories and adventures to barefoot running 'philosophy', these books have revealed so much to me over the years and I'm delighted to offer them to others.
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Show Notes:
1- Born To Run
2 - Why We Run
3 - The Rise Of The Ultrarunners
4 - The Lost Art Of Running
5 - Why Die? The Extraordinary Percy Cerutty
A quick exploration of some new discoveries (and powerful reminders) I've recently come in touch with through my ongoing Running Practice, along with some simple exercises you can try to help with your own practice also...
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Jethro Rahajaan is a dedicated mover of many kinds; a contemporary breakdance instructor, massage therapist, lucid dreamer, reiki master, performer, Ecstatic Dance DJ and Tao of Movement coach. His online school, 'Bending The Matrix', combines the work of Chi Gong with 'Animation' movement methods for the first time!
We attempt to understand, and break down, that most malevolent of themes: Mastery! Naturally, we failed, but learned a lot from trying...
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Luke O'Connell is a fire dancing yogi that has now found his passion in life helping people reach their full potential by expanding their conscious 'mind and body' awareness. He combines elements of yoga, meditation, massage, movement therapy and mindfulness to create one of a kind experiences...
We explored a range of methods and journeys through which Luke and I have been 'expressing our freedom' throughout our lives so far; from open relating and skill exchanges to street performing and various movement/mindfulness practices.
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Show Notes:
Elemental Fusion (Luke's Workspace and Offerings)
Laura Hoekzema is a life coach, specialising in helping post-natal Mothers to survive and thrive in their new roles! A recent Mother herself, Laura is also passionate about all things music, travel, movement, board games and dance!
We explored our own personal journeys and attempted to answer that great question: Can one be truly self-less actually? And how is one to help others if so?
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Laura's Coaching Practice (website)
Anika Gabriel is a passionate and curious student of life; dedicating her spare time to learning many new things, including Djing, the Movement practice, the Tao, Sufism, Teaching and the Accordian!
We dived into the intricate nature of 'curiosity', 'learning' and how indeed to foster a sense of 'Beginner's Mind' inside ourselves.
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Diana Nunes is a dedicated Tao student, digital creative, spiritualist and (sort of) Shaman! She lives to support and give to others, as well as to herself, and is a special member of the Netherlands' movement, dance and spiritual community!
Henry Willmott is a radical unlearner, minimalist, mover and regular guest on this podcast!
For the first ever 3-way episode we dive into the Art of Giving and, in turn, how to live (and love) the best way possible...
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(Thanks also to Henry for supporting The Daniel Eagles Show's attempt to professionalise - sound quality and content wise - gradually over time. This episode was recorded with 2 mics for the first time, and we hope you notice and enjoy the difference)
Guido Wernink is an expert in the field of 'Human Design' and a practitioner for more than 25 years. He is also a modern 'revolutionary' in the more silent and conscious use of the term, as well as a keen participant (and leader) in anything related to cold water...
As well as getting to know each other better, we explored the practice of 'revolution' in today's world and delved into my own somewhat 'revolutionary' Human Design on the way.
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Show Notes:
Human Design Book (Guido Wernink and Sarah Leers)
Henry Willmott is a practicing 'minimalist' in many meanings of the word. From the clothing he wears and technology he uses, to the day to day habits he tries to foster in himself and others, we've much to learn from his ideas and experiences...
We reflected on our 'Minimalism' journeys thus far and humbly explored what next steps we could take to be more 'minimal' in our daily lives!
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Show Notes:
Henry's Minimalism Webshop
Margo Moutarde is a passionate food recycler, waste collector and artist. She finds innovative and remarkable ways to use (and re-use) everything around her.
We got together to explore the avenues through which others can get involved in helping to build a more sustainable Amsterdam and culture at large, as well as the cool and funky ways she is already leading the charge!
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Show Notes:
Waste Awareness Projects
Ania Dudynska is a freelance painter, drawer and jewellery maker from Poland. She currently lives a spacious life in Amsterdam East, baking bread, enjoying yoga and taking delicious long walks with her profoundly zen dog Mila...
We explored the question of 'How To Live The Life You Love', along with many delightful detours (of course!)...
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A spontaneous attempt to describe and understand 'The Tao Of Movement' (bi-weekly workshops I host and facilitate in the Amsterdam area. I briefly detail 'the tao', as well as the various dimensions of what we attempt to create with each and every event, for participants but also as leaders ourselves.
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Gina Ba is an organiser of conscious communities in the Netherlands and Bali, an ecstatic dance warrior and mindfulness instructor for students across Amsterdam.
We delved into the Tao approach to Leadership, Community, Project Building and Life in general; as well as various fun and, at times, strange detours!
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Naomi Duits is a tantrica, self-proclaimed 'Wing Woman' and dedicated student of the relationship work. She also loves Ecstatic Dance as much as anyone else I know!
We went deep into the glorious (and hopeless) journey of relationships and how we might better understand / navigate them in our own lives. Naturally, lots of laughter, curiosity and humility ensued...
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Esther Perel (Relationship Coach)
David Deida (Spiritual and Sexuality Teacher)
Some brief insights into the Power of engaging with new people, and what new and inspiring insights they can offer us. I share my own experiences, as well as advice and resources you can try for yourself...
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A solo exploration into the differences, and relationship, between Practice and Performance. How can you utilise both for a happy, healthy and productive life? And how might you better achieve your dreams by understanding the difference?
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Show Notes:
The Way of Zen (Book - Alan Watts)
The Tao of Movement (experimental movement workshops in the Netherlands)
PARADOXICAL Blog (profound and playful Life practices)
A quick dive into the key components of effective and radical Goal Setting! I share some unique and powerful ideas, taken from my own experiments, as well as remind listeners of some helpful old-school methods (SMART etc).
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Show Notes:
Joe De Sena! - Hardcore Goal Setting (Spartan / Death Race)
Rich Roll Podcast - All things Health, Fitness and Mindfulness...
Bonus:
Instagram - danieleagles1 (to check out my past goals, projects, challenges etc)
A detailed answering of that great question: Why Run? I look at 'Time Wasting' and 'Survival / Reproduction' as two main entrance points to the wonderful world of running and why we do it...
Show Notes:
Ido Portal (#movementculture)
Sapiens (Book - Yuval Noah Harari)
Why We Run - (Book - Berdnt Heinrich)
Clara Sales is a Dance Teacher, creative spiritualist and mover in all forms. Our conversation over tea became a playful (and serious) exploration of Brazilian Spirituality, the Art of Teaching, obscure movement methods and the meaning behind her numerous funky tattoos!
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Show Notes:
Movement Through Awareness (Book) - Moshe Feldenkrais
The Tao of Movement (Facebook page) - Niche Movement Workshops in Amsterdam
Clara Coexistencia (Clara's Instagram - contact for group / one to one classes)
Reflecting on my recent solo 145 kilometer run across the Netherlands, as inspired by Rickey Gates' 'Cross Country' journey in the United States. I share some simple stories, tips and revelations from the adventure, relating to everything from movement and nutrition to navigation and tripping out on trains...
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Show Notes:
'Cross Country' (YouTube Documentary)
The Rise of the Ultrarunners (Book) - written by Andharanand Finn
A short and sweet exploration into what fuels, sustains and enlightens our every day lives... They're simple truths, admittedly, and yet so easily forgotten!
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Show Notes:
The Joy of Living - Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche (Book)
A brave attempt to summarise 'everything' I have learned about Running over the years. From goal setting, recovery and barefoot methods to the role of Nature, stories and Play, I explore the whole practice of running as concisely as possible...
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Show Notes:
'Where Dreams Go To Die' (Documentary - YouTube)
Movement Through Awareness - Moshe Feldenkrais (Book)
The Lost Art of Running - Shane Benzie (Book)
For my first solo podcast, I took a casual barefoot walk around my local park and attempted to understand why exactly I love walking so much! Detours aside, it became a spontaneous reflection on the Art and (potential) Science of walking, with a few random stories and jokes thrown in for good measure.
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Show Notes:
'80/20 Running' (Book)
'Chi Running' (Book)
In September (2020), Henry Willmott and I sat down to discuss the great, and rather strange, poem 'Salutation' by Ezra Pound. Aided by a casual rum on the rocks (with orange juice), and a couple of playful cats, we dived deeper into what it means for us all to live a productive, meaningful and contended life...
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Show Notes:
https://ezrapoundsociety.org/
https://www.danpena.co.uk/
Bonus:
https://davidgoggins.com/
Leonardo Guidi is a coffee-making wizard, incredible underground DJ, and one of the greatest 'shit-talkers' I know. As Italian as it comes, his dry and self-depreciating humour makes people royally confused, overwhelmed and deeply loved all at the same time.
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Show Notes:
pipesandbeans.nl (Leo's Cafe)
'Dag, Oude Stamppot' (latest Art Installation)
Chie Shindo is a wisdom-teller, astrologist and self-proclaimed 'song bird'. Her life's work is finding 'the answer' through mindful dialogues with others. I know Chie, however, mostly through her remarkable love for coffee and her simple, spacious days spent in various cafes around Amsterdam.
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Show Notes:
https://friedhats.com/
http://blackgoldamsterdam.com/
https://www.podiummozaiek.nl/
Bonus:
Coffee Ceremony (Ethiopia)
Ben Eagles (my elder brother) is a passionate climber, music guru, manager at 'newmotion' and, more recently, a Father! He divides his time between bouldering halls, researching new music, watching MMA fights, enjoying adult cartoons, and taking care of his newborn daughter.
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Show Notes:
https://monk.nl/amsterdam/
https://www.dhamma.org/en-US/index
Bonus...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJDz7qHBGQg (Ido Portal - 'Just Move' Doc)
Henry Willmott is a Creative Digital Marketer, Entrepeneur, Filmmaker and self-proclaimed 'Minimalist'. He is also a dear friend, one of the most inspiring and unique people I know, and has been largely responsible for my recent journeys into Barefoot Running, Fasting, Cold Water Submersion and this very podcast itself!
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Show Notes:
https://www.roetz-bikes.com/fairfactory
https://tim.blog/2017/05/15/fear-setting/
(Bonus) Just Fu**ing Do It...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZ_lWbJBYVw