The Listening Podcast by Sidekick.Asia
Episode 1: AI, Empathy, and the Power of Listening

In our very first episode, we dive into the heart of what makes behavior change work: listening. Tul from Sidekick sits down with Dr. Ari to unpack how empathy, deep listening, and human-centered design shape the way we create meaningful solutions — and where AI fits into it all.

🎙️ Highlights from this episode:

- Why listening is the “secret sauce” behind sustainable behavior change

- How immersive research reveals what people won’t always say out loud

- Ways AI is transforming persona design, prototyping, and insight generation

- Why emotional connection still matters in a world full of data

Whether you’re a designer, changemaker, or just curious about how people think and behave — this episode is for you.

Episode 1: AI, Empathy, and the Power of Listening

In our second episode, we’re joined by award-winning, Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker, photographer, and writer Nic Dunlop.

Nic has spent decades telling powerful stories—from uncovering key figures behind the Khmer Rouge to documenting Myanmar’s complex political landscape, including the rise of Aung San Suu Kyi and the country’s long struggle with military rule and democracy.

In this episode, he shares his journey and how deep listening has helped him connect with people on a human level—shaping the way he tells stories that truly matter.

He also shares personal techniques and reflections on what it really means to listen in the field.

Behind the lens, beyond the words

Welcome to The Listening Podcast by Sidekick
We’re a communications and research studio turning real human insight into powerful strategies, tools, and campaigns for social change.

In this space, we explore what happens when we stop assuming—and start listening. From design thinking to behavior change, AI to storytelling, join us as we speak with changemakers across Asia about how deep listening leads to better questions, better ideas, and better impact.

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Behind the lens, beyond the words

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