The Cafe on the Edge of the World Podcast
Host John Strelecky (author of The Cafe on the Edge of the World) and fellow collaborators share humorous and heartfelt advice about the big questions in life. Hang with them as they bridge the gap between our seemingly absolute unimportance given the grand scale of the universe and yet how to live a meaningful life despite that. Episodes include highlights from interviews he has given, and brand new content recorded just for the show. New episode each month.
Episodes
83 episodes
#33 Laura Lewandowski, business influencer, journalist, and media creator.
Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with Laura Lewandowski, a business influencer, journalist, and future of work expert. We had the pleasure of speaking when I was on tour last year in Germany. We discussed, how to overcome self doubt...
#32 Vanessa Göcking, expert on understanding the genuine you, author, and life coach.
Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with Vanessa Göcking an expert on understanding the genuine you. We talk about how to build a strong foundation of self-love, why the most important relationship you can build is the one with yoursel...
#31 Four ways to embrace change.
Join me for an appetizer size episode to talk about the theme of EMBRACE. I discuss embracing that small things eventually lead to big things, why it’s important to embrace that things you love will come to an end, embracing the power of your i...
#30 Madame Moneypenny, financial freedom expert for women.
Join me for a Between the Lines conversation with financial freedom expert for women, Madame Moneypenny, also know as Natascha Wegelin. We talk about how to achieve financial independence by learning smart financial lessons, why it’s okay to be...
#29 Susan Sideropoulos, German actress, winner of Dancing with the Stars, and bestselling author.
Join me for Between the Lines conversation with German TV star, winner of Dancing with the Stars, and bestselling author, Susan Sideropoulos. We discuss how to keep wearing rose colored glasses while others are trying to take them away, reconne...
#28 Lars Amend, #1 bestselling author of It’s All Good, and the man behind the movie "Dieses Bescheuerte Herz"
Hang out with me for a heartfelt Between the Lines discussion with #1 bestselling author, Lars Amend. We talk about the joy of being present with your child, fearlessly leaping into adventures while trusting your heart, Lars’s journey from the ...
#27 Victoria Jancke, International supermodel, actress, and inspiring entrepreneur.
Get ready for a beautiful heart to heart discussion with International supermodel, actress, and inspiring entrepreneur, Victoria Jancke. We go between the lines and talk about finding the light in the darkest times, how strength and perseveranc...
#26 Stefanie Stahl, #1 Bestselling Author of The Child In You, (Das Kind in dir muss Heimat finden).
#1 Bestselling author of The Child In You (Das Kind in dir muss Heimat finden) Stefanie Stahl and I talk Between the Lines. We discuss Stefanie’s introduction to Psychology and where that passion came from, how she has been able to link t...
#25 Maxim Mankevich - Part 2. Maxim and I talk about free will vs. pre-destiny, and connecting with the frequency of the universe.
#1 Bestselling author of Soul Master, Maxim Mankevich and I talk Between the Lines. We discuss what Maxim has learned from talking to over 200 mediums, the connections between free will and pre-destiny, investing in yourself with knowledge, and...
#24 Maxim Mankevich, #1 bestselling author of Soul Master, and I discuss the inner workings of the universe - Part 1.
#1 Bestselling author of Soul Master, Maxim Mankevich and I sit down for a deep Between the Lines discussion. We talk about Maxim’s career path to becoming a bestselling author, how to connect with your true inner soul, why it's important to as...
#23 Yoga Master Marcel Clementi on the beauty of boredom, how being present leads to happiness, and creating the life you desire.
Dive into a great conversation between Marcel Clementi Host of the Good Vibes Podcast and I. We discuss how boredom leads to change, being present with yourself and those around you, building patience, and surrounding yourself with supportive i...
#22 The superpower of combining work ethic with purpose, and deconstructing financial beliefs with Marriage, Kids, & Money Host Andy Hill.
Welcome to the show! In this episode Andy Hill and I discuss if money can actually buy happiness, how of combining a strong work ethic with a driven purpose can be a superpower, and how nature can sometimes be our greatest teacher. Enjoy!
#21 Tobias Beck - Part 2. Get ready for more laughs and inspiration as bestselling author Tobias Beck and I continue our discussion.
Part two of my discussion with bestselling author Tobias Beck takes us through his struggles to launch what became a massive bestseller, finding stories which bridge people’s hearts, the hilarious India story he experienced, and figuring out wh...
#20 Tobias Beck and I discuss his amazing life story and the defining moments and people which led to him becoming a bestselling author - Part 1.
Bestselling author Tobias Beck and I sit down for a wide ranging discussion. In addition to covering his mind blowing personal story (including his experiences growing up in a cult), we talk about the power of relocation, finding your personal ...
#19 Have some laughs with producer Skip Bridges and I as we answer your behind the scenes questions and play with sound effects.
Ever wonder how the characters in my books were named? Or if I know how an elevator works? Or the story behind my hat? In this episode producer Skip Bridges and I cover lots of interesting territory based on messages you’ve sent us. Including a...
#18 Near death experiences, backpacking in Thailand and the unbelievable power of a mantra with radio celebrity Christine Blosdale.
Excited to be back with you all, on today’s episode we have Christine Blosdale, from Out of the Box with Christine. We talked about why Khao San Road in Thailand may be the coolest backpacker spot ever, how a millisecond difference could have e...
#17 Questions from Fans! - In this new segment I answer questions from readers. Today’s include life, relationships, depression and travel.
In this episode I’m joined by world renowned psychiatrist Dr. Anna Yusim to answer questions from readers about life, relationships, depression and travel. Content includes; Five tips for moving forward when depression strikes, using experienti...
#16 Adventure traveling, deconstructing unsupportive beliefs, and lots more with Pineapples and Wine host, Ana Doss - Part 2.
In this episode Ana and I continue our conversation, including reality is a subjective concept, adventure traveling, deconstructing unsupportive beliefs, how long does overnight success really take, life is like a day at the fun park, and what ...
#15 The secret formula for a spectacular life, and beliefs which are unbelievable with Pineapples and Wine host, Ana Doss - Part 1.
Welcome to a conversation you’re going to love. Ana Doss from the instagram channel Pineapples and Wine and I head down a bunch of interesting paths. Including what does your 80 yr old self think, the secret formula for living a spectacular lif...
#14 Real life Indiana Jones- Eric Edmeades on living with African Bushmen, walking the line between bravery and stupidity and more!
Why we crave unhealthy food, what it’s like to live with African Bushmen, how food and psychology are connected, walking the line between bravery and stupidity, the bushman cure for depression, growing your brain like an old London Cabbie, and ...
#13 Adventurer extraordinaire and primate expert Michi Schreiber - Part 2
Michi and I continue our conversation. Get ready to hear about chimpanzee jokes, whale empathy, overcoming massive rejection, the benefits of failure, the power of a single step in the direction your heart calls, and why it’s OK to throw my boo...
#12 Adventurer extraordinaire and primate expert Michi Schreiber - Part 1
My friend Michi Schreiber and I cover some great ground in this episode. She’s an amazing adventurer, primatologist, and author. We talk about the fourth book in the cafe series, the power of Steve Irwin, the joy of finding new realities, AND w...
#11 How To Be More Courageous and Less Afraid.
We get a LOT of questions asking how to be more courageous and less afraid. In this segment I share practical tips and tricks to get you started!
#10 Part 2 - Manuela “Manu” Zinsberger, goalkeeper for English Women's Super League club Arsenal and the Austrian national team.
Part 2 of my interview with Manuela “Manu” Zinsberger, best known for being goalkeeper for English Women's Super League club Arsenal and the Austrian national team. This episode includes some unbelievable stories, insights, and one of the best ...
#9 Manuela “Manu” Zinsberger, goalkeeper for English Women's Super League club Arsenal and the Austrian national team. Part 1.
Part 1 of my interview with Manuela “Manu” Zinsberger, best known for being goalkeeper for English Women's Super League club Arsenal and the Austrian national team. She is a whole lot more than that too, as you’ll hear in our wide-ranging discu...