Sensorship - Uncensor your Truth. Redefine Success. Find Purpose.

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Too often, we censor ourselves - muting our instincts, our voice, and our truth - to fit into society’s version of “success.” Sensorship is a podcast that breaks that silence. Each episode features raw, intimate conversations with people who’ve stepped off the conventional path to redefine success and purpose on their own terms. From renowned entrepreneurs and creative artists to bold activists and everyday changemakers, our guests open up about the struggles, risks, and breakthroughs that shaped their lives. These aren’t polished fairy tales; they’re honest, authentic, and deeply human stories of emancipation, resilience, and growth. Listeners walk away not just inspired, but with new perspectives and tools to reflect on their own path, and the courage to write it differently. Because Sensorship isn’t just a podcast. It’s a movement toward living a more meaningful life. One story at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Authentic conversations with Stephanie Dubois

Category

business · business · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Sept 2025

Latest episode

17 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

13 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Jun 2026

   English / What if the success you’re chasing isn’t the success you actually want?

   In this episode of Sensorship, I sit down with Pigalle Tavakkoli, founder of the School of Experience Design and author of The Experience Design Building Blocks, to explore a question many of us eventually face: What if the success you’re chasing isn’t actually the one you want? Pigalle shares her deeply personal journey, from dreaming of becoming an actress, to building a successful fashion label, to walking away from it at its peak after realizing that external recognition, visibility, and financial success didn’t bring the fulfillment she expected. We dive into: burnout and the reality behind “making it” how identity can become tied to work — and how to break that link what it means to redefine success on your own terms the power of non-linear career paths how experience design creates meaning, emotion, and lasting impact Pigalle also shares the turning point that led her to reinvent herself as an experience designer, bridging art, science, and storytelling, and how years of intuitive practice evolved into a structured methodology now captured in her book. This conversation goes beyond career advice. It’s about purpose, alignment, and designing a life that feels right, instead of one that just looks successful from the outside. If you’ve ever questioned your path, felt the pressure of traditional definitions of success, or are searching for more meaningful work, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   12 Feb 2026

   English / Building a Tech Business Without Quitting Your Job - Resilience and Ambition in Action

   What does it really take to build a tech company without quitting your job, burning out, or losing yourself along the way? In this episode of Sensorship, I sit down with Ksenia Votinova-Arnaud (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kseniavotinova/), serial tech entrepreneur, business coach, and founder, to talk about resilience, women in tech, entrepreneurship, impostor syndrome, and designing a life on your own terms. Born in the Soviet Union and raised in a family shaped by survival and grit, Ksenia shares how that early environment forged her ambition and adaptability. From landing a CFO role just months into her first job, to struggling as a young CEO and rebuilding herself as a leader, she opens up about the uncomfortable, and transformative, moments behind her success. We explore: How to start a tech business while keeping your corporate job Overcoming impostor syndrome (and naming it!) Leadership mistakes and cultural humility Building resilience through an “agile” mindset Creating a weatherproof business anchored in purpose Community, compound confidence, and women supporting women Time freedom as the new definition of success Designing a meaningful career without burnout This is a powerful conversation about finding your purpose, redefining success, building a tech startup with intention, and creating impact without sacrificing your life. If you're a woman in tech, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating ambition and identity, this episode is for you. 🎧 Subscribe to Sensorship for authentic conversations on purpose, leadership, personal growth, and emancipation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   22 Jan 2026

   Français / Des Sciences à la Haute Joaillerie: le parcours atypique et la quête de sens d'Edéenne

   Dans cet épisode de Sensorship, je reçois Edéenne, fondatrice canadienne d’une maison de haute joaillerie contemporaine installée rue de la Paix à Paris. À travers une conversation profonde et incarnée, Edéenne revient sur son parcours de transformation personnelle et professionnelle, de la science à la création artistique, et sur la manière dont elle a construit une entreprise alignée avec ses valeurs, son intuition et sa quête de sens. Loin des récits classiques de réussite, cet épisode explore ce que signifie changer de trajectoire, écouter un appel intérieur, et oser créer un projet à contre-courant des attentes sociales, familiales ou économiques. Un parcours de reconversion et d’émancipation Edéenne raconte son cheminement depuis un univers rationnel et académique vers un monde créatif, intuitif et artisanal. Elle partage les doutes, les peurs et les résistances rencontrées en chemin, mais aussi les moments de bascule qui l’ont menée à s’autoriser une autre définition du succès. Cet échange met en lumière la notion de transfuge de trajectoire, de reconversion choisie, et d’émancipation personnelle : comment se détacher d’un chemin “logique” pour construire une vie professionnelle profondément alignée. Créer une entreprise alignée et engagée Au cœur de la discussion : la création d’une maison de joaillerie comme œuvre de sens, et non comme simple marque de luxe. Edéenne explique comment elle a pensé son entreprise comme une extension de ses valeurs : respect du lien humain, responsabilité, transmission, temps long, excellence artisanale. Elle aborde les réalités très concrètes de l’entrepreneuriat : le rapport à l’argent et au financement la pression de la réussite le fait de créer dans un secteur codifié tout en restant fidèle à soi-même Création, intuition et résilience L’épisode explore également la place de l’intuition dans les décisions professionnelles, la manière dont les périodes de doute et de fragilité peuvent devenir des ressources créatives, et comment la résilience se construit non pas dans la performance, mais dans l’écoute et l’alignement. Edéenne partage une vision du succès plus intérieure, plus durable, où la cohérence personnelle prime sur la reconnaissance extérieure. Sujets abordés (SEO par thématiques) Développement personnel & quête de sens Trouver sa vocation Écouter son intuition Donner du sens à son travail Aligner valeurs personnelles et carrière Émancipation personnelle Redéfinir le succès Trouver sa vérité Entrepreneuriat conscient & création Entrepreneuriat aligné Entrepreneuriat créatif Créer une entreprise à impact Entreprendre dans le luxe autrement Entrepreneuriat féminin Créer à contre-courant Purpose-driven entrepreneurship Reconversion & changement de trajectoire Reconversion professionnelle Changer de vie Quitter un parcours tracé Oser bifurquer Transfuge de trajectoire sociale et professionnelle Peur du changement Création artistique & artisanat Haute joaillerie contemporaine Création artistique Artisanat d’art Luxe Processus créatif Temps long et excellence Résilience & leadership intérieur Résilience personnelle Leadership intuitif Rapport à l’échec Vulnérabilité et force Construire sa propre définition de la réussite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

4. 

   7 Jan 2026

   English / When Adversity Shapes Purpose, Performance, and Success

   What happens when adversity doesn’t break you — but becomes the foundation of your purpose? In this episode of Sensorship, I sit down with Nick Santonastasso, global keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling author, for a powerful conversation about resilience, performance, and redefining success on your own terms. Born with a rare condition and given little chance of survival, Nick chose early on not to let circumstances define his future. Instead, he transformed adversity into a driving force, building a life centered on purpose, impact, and human potential. Today, his work spans mental health advocacy, leadership training, and high-performance coaching, reaching millions around the world. Together, we explore what it truly means to find purpose, how to separate identity from limitations, and why success isn’t about what you overcome but about the truth you choose to live by. This conversation challenges conventional ideas of achievement and invites us to rethink success as a form of personal emancipation: the freedom to define life on your own terms. Whether you’re navigating change, questioning your definition of success, or searching for deeper meaning, this episode offers a grounded, honest reflection on how adversity can shape not only who we become but how we perform, lead, and live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

5. 

   11 Dec 2025

   English / From Childhood Dream to Finding Purpose: How Experience Design Creates Lasting Memories

   This episode dives into the heart of the experience economy with Goc O’Callaghan, festival founder, consultant, and academic in experience design. Goc reveals how she built a career rooted in meaningful experiences, why storytelling and neuroscience matter, and how designing for humans helps her define success on her own terms and find purpose. A deep and inspiring look at finding your truth, creative emancipation, and crafting experiences that create lasting impact. The Extended Mind: https://amzn.eu/d/7wgwUeW (https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.eu%2Fd%2F7wgwUeW&data=05%7C02%7Cs.dubois%40sap.com%7Ce75d9a18fe134f95079a08de3bbf2b45%7C42f7676cf455423c82f6dc2d99791af7%7C0%7C0%7C639013889494483845%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dtFxZ5n2rSNhh4w8WyKXzOkj8Kl4NFoago4Vf3vaJNM%3D&reserved=0) The Future of Storytelling: https://open.spotify.com/show/496MvZ6ZfyW9nqAqyCpdNO?si=trRJFxYWQyyA0vvqfYKN-g (https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F496MvZ6ZfyW9nqAqyCpdNO%3Fsi%3DtrRJFxYWQyyA0vvqfYKN-g&data=05%7C02%7Cs.dubois%40sap.com%7Ce75d9a18fe134f95079a08de3bbf2b45%7C42f7676cf455423c82f6dc2d99791af7%7C0%7C0%7C639013889494508605%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PTjX9yb3003qx1X1Gqmxq5L3Y%2F44AeezKd5gbECFaJo%3D&reserved=0) UBQex: www.ubqex.world (http://www.ubqex.world) Goc O'Callaghan: www.gococallaghan.co.uk (https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gococallaghan.co.uk%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cs.dubois%40sap.com%7Ce75d9a18fe134f95079a08de3bbf2b45%7C42f7676cf455423c82f6dc2d99791af7%7C0%7C0%7C639013889494531256%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=37WUExOfOMgpjs%2BP7u5e7dAMogR9JhAFXXgvs0oixl8%3D&reserved=0) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

6. 

   28 Nov 2025

   Français / L'Emancipation en Héritage et le Partage de la Réussite

   Dans cet épisode en français, Christophe Salaün revient sur un parcours d’émancipation hors du commun : une enfance marquée par la précarité et l’absence de repères, jusqu’à une ascension fulgurante dans le monde de la tech puis la création de Queer As You, une fondation dédiée au soutien des personnes LGBTQIA+. Il raconte comment des rencontres décisives ont transformé son destin, pourquoi il a décidé de consacrer sa vie à aider celles et ceux qui se heurtent à l’exclusion, et comment de petits gestes peuvent changer des trajectoires entières. Un échange profondément humain sur la résilience, l’entraide, la dignité... et le pouvoir d’une vie réinventée. https://queerasyou.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophesalaun/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

7. 

   13 Nov 2025

   English / Owning your story: redefining leadership and reputation

   In this English-language episode, author and communications consultant Charlotte Otter shares her journey from tech leader to entrepreneur. Together, we explore how reputation, authenticity, and trust shape more human leadership. Charlotte encourages us to dare to be seen, to tell our story not as self-promotion, but as a gesture of representation for others. An inspiring conversation about reinvention, diversity, and the power of leading in alignment with our values. https://www.charlotteotter.com/ https://otterc.substack.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotteeliseotter/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

8. 

   30 Oct 2025

   Français / L'Emancipation Lucide, ou l'Art d'Oser Sans Se Perdre

   Et si la liberté ne se trouvait pas dans la rupture, mais dans la justesse ? Dans cet épisode, Carrie Millot, coach d'auteur et digital nomade, nous emmène sur le chemin d’une émancipation consciente. Longtemps, elle a cherché à concilier les attentes familiales et le désir de choisir sa propre voie. Quitter un poste stable, changer de pays, vivre sans attaches… autant de décisions qui, vues de l’extérieur, pourraient sembler impulsives — mais qui, pour elle, sont le fruit d’une profonde écoute intérieure. On parle de prise de risque, de liberté, de reliance à soi, et de ce qu’il faut apprendre à désapprendre pour vivre une vie cohérente. Carrie nous raconte comment elle a apprivoisé ses peurs, redéfini la sécurité, et compris que l’indépendance n’est pas une fuite, mais une rencontre avec soi-même. Un épisode lumineux, ancré dans le réel, qui célèbre la curiosité, le courage tranquille, et cette part de nous qui aspire à vivre autrement — avec intention, plutôt qu’en réaction. 🎧 Un dialogue sur les transitions, les choix, et la beauté de se réinventer sans se perdre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

9. 

   16 Oct 2025

   English / The Courage to Take the Leap and Find Redemption

   In this episode of Sensorship, I sit down with Adnan Polat, who left a 20-year corporate career in high-tech to pursue a new chapter defined by curiosity, courage, and purpose. From co-founding PageBody.AI with his brother to creating Tag Talk Tribe, Adnan shares what it means to step away from the comfort of expertise and embrace the uncertainty of building something new. We talk about: Redefining success after climbing the corporate ladder The role of curiosity and a childlike mindset in navigating change Lessons from growing up between two cultures (Turkish and German) Building human-centered communities in the age of AI The balance between courage, failure, and growth Adnan’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and choosing the unknown over the safe harbor. https://www.linkedin.com/in/adnanpolat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

10. 

    2 Oct 2025

    Français / La Liberté Comme Compétence et le Consentement Comme Outil d'Emancipation

    Dans cet épisode de Sensorship, j’accueille Zohra, une voix passionnée autour de la liberté, du consentement et de l’art de vivre avec courage et conscience. Entre son enfance en Algérie et sa vie en France, Zohra partage comment son parcours et ses choix personnels ont façonné sa vision de la liberté comme une compétence à cultiver au quotidien. Nous parlons de : La vraie signification du consentement dans nos vies L’équilibre entre sécurité et liberté sans se perdre en chemin Le rôle de l’éducation et de la culture dans notre rapport à l’autonomie Pourquoi la liberté n’est pas seulement un droit, mais une compétence à développer Comment rester ancré dans ses choix malgré les attentes extérieures Le parcours de Zohra nous rappelle que la liberté n’est jamais acquise une fois pour toutes : elle se choisit, se protège et se pratique chaque jour. Available with English subtitles on Youtube. www.loveexperience.fr https://www.facebook.com/love.experiene.sexpo.events/ https://www.instagram.com/event.love.experience/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

11. 

    2 Sept 2025

    English / The Art of Self-Determination and Becoming Yourself

    In this episode of Sensorship, I sit down with Ángeles Moreno, an innovator, entrepreneur, and strategic leader who has spent her career redefining how we think about business, transformation, and purpose. From building and selling companies to leading major organizations, Ángeles has consistently chosen courage over comfort — even when that meant starting over without a safety net. We explore: What it takes to walk away from success in pursuit of growth The lessons hidden in risk, failure, and reinvention How to navigate resilience through personal and professional storms The importance of curiosity as a lifelong driver Why purpose isn’t something you find once, but something you build daily Ángeles’ story is one of audacity, adaptability, and deep belief in shaping your own path. If you’ve ever wondered how to embrace uncertainty, lead with intention, and transform setbacks into stepping stones, this conversation is for you. To reach Angeles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelesmoreno/ EVA Alliance page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/events-voices-alliance-eva/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

12. 

    2 Sept 2025

    Français / Entreprendre Sans Compromis et Cultiver l'Authenticité

    Je reçois aujourd'hui Émilie Grégoire, fondatrice d’iTer-AGIR. Émilie accompagne, forme et supervise des professionnels de l’accompagnement, avec une approche humaniste centrée sur la personne, le lien et la posture relationnelle. Nous abordons: : Son parcours et la création d’iTer-AGIR, née d’une opportunité devenue une véritable vision entrepreneuriale. Sa conviction que l’accompagnement doit soutenir l’authenticité, le pouvoir d’agir et l’émancipation de chaque individu. Son expérience de maman aidante, qui a profondément transformé sa manière d’appréhender la vie, son rapport au choix, et sa posture professionnelle. L’importance d’oser être soi, d’agir avec justesse, de cultiver l’acceptation et la responsabilité émotionnelle dans les relations. Son travail d’écriture : un premier livre présentant l’ACPPA (Approche Centrée sur la Personne et son Pouvoir d’Agir), et un second en cours sur la relation à soi, à l’autre et au vivant. Pour Émilie, l’entrepreneuriat est autant un chemin existentiel qu’une aventure professionnelle, une quête de cohérence et d’authenticité. Elle explore comment créer des liens plus vrais, traverser les conflits avec conscience et coopérer depuis le cœur. Available with English subtitles on Youtube. Le site d'Emilie: www.iter-agir.fr Son premier livre: Libérez le Pouvoir d'Agir, éditions Qui Plus Est Pour joindre Emilie: https://fr.linkedin.com/in/emilie-gregoire-53a10a64 La recommandation d'Emilie: Sept Graines de Lumière dans le Coeur des Guerriers, par Pierre Pelissier Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

13. 

    2 Sept 2025

    English / Starting Anew and Leading With Kindness

    In this episode of Sensorship, I sit down with Anita Howard, founder of ICE, the global community for in-house corporate event planners. Anita’s career spans publishing, exhibitions, agencies, and entrepreneurship — but what makes her story stand out is not just her professional milestones, but the resilience, creativity, and kindness she’s brought to each chapter. We talk about: How a chance encounter set her on the path to events — and why the industry became her lifelong passion The courage it took to leave the security of corporate life to launch her own agency (more than once) How ICE grew from an idea to recognize in-house planners into a global community of 3,000+ members The role of family support in overcoming impostor syndrome and building something bigger than herself Why kindness, authenticity, and community are more powerful drivers of success than old models of competition Anita’s journey is proof that success isn’t linear — it’s a series of leaps, setbacks, reinventions, and joyful moments of “we did it.” If you’ve ever wondered how to turn passion into purpose, lead with kindness, and keep your spark alive in a fast-changing world, this conversation will leave you inspired. Sous-titres en français disponible sur Youtube ICE website: https://ice-hub.biz/steering-group/anita-howard/ How to reach Anita: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ice-awards/ Podcasts recommended by Anita: The Rest is Politics, Dish Book recommendation: Politics on the Edge, by Rory Stewart . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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