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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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, …
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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:
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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.…
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.
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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…
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…
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 …
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 …