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Perception Paradox with Zivi Ein

Welcome to Perception Paradox - the podcast spotlighting Europe's Underdog Founders and focused on life, business & health. We dive into the complex relationships between perceptions, worldviews, and behaviors. Invite guests who've defied the ordinary, taken bold risks, and designed their own paths. From startups to lifestyle ventures, get ready for diverse tales of inspiration.

Real people, real stories, real challenges - a weekly podcast that breaks the status quo and where authenticity meets inspiration. Every Monday, 4 PM CEST.

Hosted by Zivile (Zivi) Ein

Business Entrepreneurship
Update frequency
every 6 days
Average duration
47 minutes
Episodes
95
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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E73: What Founders Get Wrong About PR — and How to Fix It (with Julija (JJ) Jegorova)

E73: What Founders Get Wrong About PR — and How to Fix It (with Julija (JJ) Jegorova)

Ever wonder how some startups land top-tier media coverage while others barely get noticed?

In this episode, I sit down with Julija (JJ) Jegorova, founder of Black Unicorn PR, to cut through the noise…

00:53:38  |   Mon 19 May 2025
E72: The Long Game: Bootstrapping and Innovation in E-Commerce with Paulius Nagys

E72: The Long Game: Bootstrapping and Innovation in E-Commerce with Paulius Nagys

This is a series in collaboration with TechPark Kaunas & TechChamp Hackathon. 


In this conversation, Zivile Einikyte interviews one of the TechChamp Hackathon speakers, entrepreneur Paulius Nagys, who…

00:22:56  |   Thu 15 May 2025
E71: Designing a Life That Works: Beauty, Sabbaticals & Meaning with Stefan Sagmeister

E71: Designing a Life That Works: Beauty, Sabbaticals & Meaning with Stefan Sagmeister

What does it really take to do meaningful work over a lifetime?

In this episode of Perception Paradox, iconic designer Stefan Sagmeister shares his deep reflections on creativity, beauty, and the inte…

01:11:32  |   Mon 12 May 2025
E70: The Power of Saying No and Building with Purpose with Vlada Musvydaite

E70: The Power of Saying No and Building with Purpose with Vlada Musvydaite

In this episode of Perception Paradox, recorded in collaboration with Tech Park Kaunas, host Zivile Einikyte sits down with Vlada Musvydaitė-Vilčiauskė, the founder of Walk15 — a fast-growing sustain…

00:18:31  |   Thu 08 May 2025
E69: Life Beyond Definitions: Identity, Perception & the Cosmic Dance with Professor Algis Mickunas

E69: Life Beyond Definitions: Identity, Perception & the Cosmic Dance with Professor Algis Mickunas

What lies beyond our words, our labels, our stories? 

At 91 years old, Professor Emeritus Algis Mickunas has lived through war, exile, steel mills, and lecture halls. He’s authored over 50 books, taug…

01:53:31  |   Mon 05 May 2025
E68: Vagus Nerve Unlocked — Pulsetto's Science-Backed Stress Relief with Povilas Sabaliauskas

E68: Vagus Nerve Unlocked — Pulsetto's Science-Backed Stress Relief with Povilas Sabaliauskas

In this episode of Perception Paradox, recorded in collaboration with Tech Park Kaunas, host Zivile Einikyte sits down with Povilas Sabaliauskas, founder of Pulseto, a wellness tech startup pioneerin…

00:22:53  |   Fri 02 May 2025
E67: Investing in Lithuania: Hackathons, Startups & the European VC Game with Viktorija Trimbel

E67: Investing in Lithuania: Hackathons, Startups & the European VC Game with Viktorija Trimbel

In this Perception Paradox episode—brought to you in partnership with Tech Park Kaunas—host Zivile sits down with Victorija Trimble, investor at Co-Invest Capital, to break down Lithuania’s evolving …

00:23:35  |   Mon 28 Apr 2025
E66: Stop Waiting for Your Purpose – Build It Like a Business with Bill Liao - Live from GITEX Africa 2025

E66: Stop Waiting for Your Purpose – Build It Like a Business with Bill Liao - Live from GITEX Africa 2025

In this thought-provoking episode filmed live at GITEX AFRICA 2025, entrepreneur and venture capitalist Bill Liao unpacks the powerful connection between language, identity, and purpose. From his jou…

00:45:32  |   Mon 21 Apr 2025
E65: What They Don’t Tell You About Reinventing Yourself - Dr. V’s Journey from Judgment to Power

E65: What They Don’t Tell You About Reinventing Yourself - Dr. V’s Journey from Judgment to Power

What does it take to rebuild your life from rock bottom?

In this raw and radically honest conversation, Dr. Vrnda “V” Boykin shares her story of going from prison and stripping to becoming a scholar, …

00:53:02  |   Mon 14 Apr 2025
E64: Unlock Your Potential: How Imagination Sets You Free (with Yoad Mick)

E64: Unlock Your Potential: How Imagination Sets You Free (with Yoad Mick)

Feeling stuck? Like you're running in place? What if the key to unlocking your potential isn't about more effort, but something far more powerful...your imagination? Prepare for a truly mind-bending …

00:48:27  |   Mon 07 Apr 2025
E63: How to Build Startup Ecosystems That Actually Work — with Christopher Locke (South Summit)

E63: How to Build Startup Ecosystems That Actually Work — with Christopher Locke (South Summit)

In this episode of Perception Paradox, we sit down with Christopher Locke — Global Head of Program at South Summit — to unpack the future of startup ecosystems, innovation hubs, and the real value of…

00:51:14  |   Mon 31 Mar 2025
E62: Mastering Brand Narratives: Park Howell's Guide to the StoryCycle Genie and ABT Framework

E62: Mastering Brand Narratives: Park Howell's Guide to the StoryCycle Genie and ABT Framework

In this episode of Perception Paradox, host Zivile sits down with Park Howell, a distinguished storyteller and branding expert, to delve into the transformative power of storytelling in modern commun…

00:39:47  |   Mon 24 Mar 2025
E61: The Power of Visual Storytelling with Jessica Gioglio

E61: The Power of Visual Storytelling with Jessica Gioglio

One more great conversation from the TechChill 2025 conference. In this episode, Zivile (Zivi) and Jessica Gioglio delve into the transformative power of storytelling in branding and crisis communica…

00:33:09  |   Mon 17 Mar 2025
E60: Life, Unfiltered – 33 Reminders on Success, Happiness & Living Authentically w/ Zivile (Zivi) Ein

E60: Life, Unfiltered – 33 Reminders on Success, Happiness & Living Authentically w/ Zivile (Zivi) Ein

For my birthday episode, I’m sharing 33 life reminders—lessons I’ve learned (sometimes the hard way) about success, happiness, and creating a life that actually feels good.

No fluff, just real talk:
⚡ …

00:21:59  |   Mon 10 Mar 2025
E59: The Power of Bad Ideas: Innovation, Resilience & Corporate Startup Secrets with Dirk Ploss

E59: The Power of Bad Ideas: Innovation, Resilience & Corporate Startup Secrets with Dirk Ploss

Is failure really failure—or just an idea ahead of its time?

In this episode of Perception Paradox, I sit down with Dirk Ploss, a creative powerhouse in corporate innovation, technology, and startups.…

00:35:06  |   Mon 03 Mar 2025
E58: Tech Exec Turned CEO – How Prashant Søegaard is Changing Food Delivery

E58: Tech Exec Turned CEO – How Prashant Søegaard is Changing Food Delivery

In this episode, we sit down with Prashant Søegaard, CEO of foodora, to explore his bold career shift—from leading commercial teams at Google & Meta to running a fast-moving food delivery empire.

🔹 Ho…

00:44:31  |   Mon 24 Feb 2025
E57: How Founders & Investors Win—Unlocking Secondary Funds, Smart Networking & Startup Growth with Peter Sandberg

E57: How Founders & Investors Win—Unlocking Secondary Funds, Smart Networking & Startup Growth with Peter Sandberg

Networking is often seen as a buzzword, but in the world of startups and investing, it’s the foundation of success. And no one knows this better than Peter Sandberg, Founding Partner and Managing Dir…

00:48:15  |   Mon 17 Feb 2025
E56: The Venture Capital Playbook – Inside Deep Tech & Startup Success with Gabriele Poteliunaite

E56: The Venture Capital Playbook – Inside Deep Tech & Startup Success with Gabriele Poteliunaite

What separates a great founder from a failing one? How do investors spot the next billion-dollar deep tech startup?

During the buzz of TechChill 2025, we sit down withGabriele Potelunaite, a venture c…

00:26:23  |   Mon 10 Feb 2025
E55: The Human Distribution Problem: Jack Mardack on Building Oyster and the Future of Remote Work

E55: The Human Distribution Problem: Jack Mardack on Building Oyster and the Future of Remote Work

In this episode of Perception Paradox, host Zivile interviews Jack Mardack, co-founder of Oyster, a B Corp focused on revolutionizing the future of work. Jack shares his journey from aspiring doctor …

01:05:23  |   Mon 03 Feb 2025
E54: Justina Klyviene on Mindset, Health, and Game-Changing Ideas: Path to Empowerment

E54: Justina Klyviene on Mindset, Health, and Game-Changing Ideas: Path to Empowerment

In this episode of Perception Paradox, host Zivile speaks with Justina Klyviene, CEO and founder of Future Leadership Laboratory Academy and HealthTech Accelerator. They discuss Justyna's journey of …

00:37:13  |   Mon 27 Jan 2025
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