the sister trill
the sister trill
Danae and Kiveli Dörken
Sisters Danae and Kiveli are both international concert pianists, have founded a successful music festival together and at first glance, you can barely tell them apart. However, pull back one layer and you easily see two very different personalities with different perspectives, habits and lifestyles. In this podcast, the two sisters reveal their secret to thriving in the same business, same social circles and same household together. Navigating all of that isn’t always easy, so get ready for an open and honest account of the many difficulties and challenges that come with leading such a similar life while maintaining a close bond. Vulnerable conversations and countless juicy stories are guaranteed...!
DO WE PROCRASTINATE TOO MUCH? Motivation Techniques, Discipline + Planning Ahead!
How do we stop ourselves from procrastinating and motivate ourselves to get stuff done? Danae and Kiveli dive into this topic with two quite different approaches and share how discipline can take on different shapes and forms. PLUS they reveal stories about a last minute concert cancellation because of too little preparation as well as practicing through the night in order to be ready for the concert in time!
Dec 23, 2022
56 min
DO WE EXPERIENCE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - Dealing With Performance Anxiety On Stage And In Our Social Lives
In this episode, Danae and Kiveli open up about their past experiences with social and performance anxiety and which methods they used to overcome it. Can you even ever completely overcome anxiety or does it always remain a part of your life? PLUS two very personal stories about two anxiety filled moments in Danae and Kiveli‘s early love life.
Aug 6, 2022
49 min
HAS BEING "WOKE" ACTUALLY MADE US MORE CLOSED-MINDED? The Importance of Dialogue And The Dangers Of Cancel Culture
In this episode, Danae and Kiveli get real about being "woke" in today's climate and share their somewhat controversial thoughts on the topic. Are our efforts to be more accepting actually turning us into being less inclusive as a society? PLUS Danae and Kiveli's thoughts on how we are losing our ability to have a dialogue at eye level.
Jul 30, 2022
1 hr 12 min
DO OPEN RELATIONSHIPS ACTUALLY WORK? - Polyamory, Monogamy + Relationship Anarchists!
Danae and Kiveli discuss the subject of open relationships and share their experiences with polyamory, monogamy and other relationship models. When does cheating really count as “cheating”? PLUS what is currently their relationship model of choice?
Jul 16, 2022
56 min
CAN YOU HAVE A FUN AND CRAZY NIGHT OUT WITHOUT HAVING A DRINK? - Alcohol, Cigarettes and Weed
Danae and Kiveli tackle the subject of recreational drug use and discuss why certain substances are completely accepted nowadays whereas other ones are regarded as not okay. Are we as a society possibly collectively addicted to alcohol? PLUS how to have a fun night out without having to take or drink anything!
Dec 11, 2021
52 min
TO MARRY OR NOT TO MARRY?! Are Weddings Romantic Or Is Marriage Just A Charade? A Heated Discussion
Danae and Kiveli get into an unexpected heated discussion about weddings! Why do couples get married? Are weddings meaningful and a powerful symbol of love and trust or have we lost sight of what is actually important in connection with this ritual? To marry or not to marry - that is the question!
Dec 4, 2021
1 hr 10 min
THE POWER OF RITUALS - Our Weirdest Pre Concert Habits From 20 Years Ago!
In this episode, Danae and Kiveli talk about the power of rituals, the fear that can come with them and the results of incorporating rituals and routines into your everyday life. This conversation developed into a very long discussion about weddings later on, which is why this episode stops rather abruptly and will be continued as a “Part 2” next week. PLUS Danae and Kiveli disagree on how high to turn on the heating in their house!
Nov 27, 2021
41 min
WOULD WE RUIN OUR REPUTATION FOR MONEY? - Marriage Propositions, Cancel Culture + Fame Obsession!
How does our desire for a certain reputation shape our actions? Danae and Kiveli dive deep into this topic and reminisce about past experiences in their lives like the time that Danae got propositioned to marry a multi-millionaire publicly for money or the time Kiveli got the reputation of being involved with a successful musician she was collaborating with purely professionally. PLUS our thoughts on cancel culture and the hunger for fame in times of social media!
Nov 13, 2021
1 hr 8 min
PSYCHEDELIC JOURNEYS: A Powerful Tool To Dive Deep Into Your Mind? - Our Personal Experience
Danae and Kiveli open up about their personal experiences with psychedelics starting over 10 years ago and share their thoughts on why Kiveli finds this a useful practice to incorporate into your life in a responsible way, while Danae has decided to not engage in the use of these substances for now and opts for other avenues of self-reflection. PLUS can you “journey” and have a psychedelic experience WITHOUT taking anything???
Nov 6, 2021
1 hr 6 min
OUR PARANORMAL EXPERIENCES and WHAT HAPPENS AFTER WE DIE? Ghosts, Reincarnation and Power of Placebo
As Halloween is approaching, Danae and Kiveli recount their paranormal experiences and ghost encounters. They share their thoughts and theories on what happens after we die, whether the “Land of Between“ exists and the power of placebo. PLUS should you drink tap water?!
Oct 23, 2021
1 hr 15 min
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