The weekly podcast tells the stories of curious-minded, purposeful people, creating positive change for social good. Our guests include creative problem-solvers, storytellers, activists and artists, social impact entrepreneurs, and philanthropists from across the arts, business, science, and technology, working to solve some of our more pressing problems. Each week, host Mark Fallows explores who his guests are as humans, who or what made them, what they are working to achieve or impact in t ...
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Join Columbia MBA grad, writer, and former actor Jane Bernhard as she interviews business leaders and rising professionals on their career paths. She shares stories and advice to inspire you to build a career on your terms, and not anyone else's. @janebernhard
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Suba Vasudevan - Mozilla.org & Mozilla Corp - The best leadership is deeply human
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47:19Suba Vasudevan is COO of Mozilla.org and SVP at Mozilla Corp - and I am honored to have interviewed her for Episode 16 of Your Career, Unscripted and to share her story and career advice! With 22+ years of global leadership across technology, AI, trust & safety, and advertising, Suba Vasudevan is responsible for leading Mozilla’s operational strate…
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Chris Melissinos - AWS - Nobody builds anything great by themselves
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51:09Chris Melissinos is the Principal Evangelist for Video Games and Immersive Technologies at AWS, where he helps influence the next generation of game technology and offerings from AWS while also acting as a developer advocate, ensuring that the needs of game developers are met. Prior to AWS, he was the Chief Gaming Officer at Sun Microsystems, Inc.,…
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Yvoire S. Whittaker - Nike - I’m chasing my own happiness
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38:44Very excited to share my interview with Yvoire S. Whittaker on this week’s episode of Your Career, Unscripted! Yvoire is a Brand Marketing Lead at Nike. I met Yvoire when we were classmates at Columbia Business School - and I have always been inspired by her authenticity, kindness, creativity, generosity, and drive to learn and connect. Born in Pla…
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Economic Inequality & The Stories That Silence It
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9:45I hope this is a thought-provoking episode. In it I explore why economic inequality persists despite overwhelming evidence of its damaging effects. I reference economist Gary Stevenson's stark assessment of wealth concentration and connect it with Jon Alexander's work on the narratives that shape our society. The episode delves into how our collect…
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Building a New Game for Capitalism - A Conversation with Chad Grills
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57:02Today, I'm joined by Chad Grills, an entrepreneur, veteran, and visionary who's on a mission to reimagine how capital flows to startups. In our conversation, Chad shares his fascinating journey from small-town Maryland to military service in Iraq and Egypt, to becoming a writer and entrepreneur in Silicon Valley. Now based in Texas, Chad is the fou…
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Israa Nasir – Breaking Free From Toxic Productivity
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25:46Two weeks ago at SXSW in Austin, I reconnected with previsous guest, Israa Nasir, therapist, clinical strategist, and author of "Toxic Productivity,” During our short conversation Israa explains the mindset that compels us to chase relentless achievement, often as a means to cope with challenging emotions such as guilt, shame, and feeling left behi…
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Andra London - BCG BrightHouse - The most transformative moments were the moments of transition
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42:39“The most transformative moments were the moments of transition.” Andra London is a Managing Director at BCG BrightHouse, where she harnesses the power of purpose and strategic storytelling to help organizations grow their people, profits, and impact. I am honored to have interviewed her on this week’s episode of Your Career, Unscripted! Her career…
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In this episode, I explore the concept of the "AI flywheel" - the accelerating momentum of artificial intelligence development that's either carrying us forward or leaving us behind. As we approach the critical juncture of Artificial General Intelligence we need to understand what makes us uniquely human, something I discussed with recent guest, Do…
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Michele Catano - Electronic Arts - If I don’t try, then I’ll never know
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44:08“If I don’t try then I’ll never know. ” Originally from Italy, Michele Catano is currently a Senior Product Manager at Electronic Arts, where he's working on a new game based on the famous The Sims IP. Michele came to the US in 2021, when he started his MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Previously, he has had a diverse set …
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Vicki Dobbs Beck - Lucasfilm & ILM - Be Opportunistic and Be Open
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48:23Be Opportunistic and Be Open. Vicki Dobbs Beck is a veteran entertainment executive with more than 30 years of experience driving innovation and digital transformation in support of storytelling. In 2015, she co-founded Lucasfilm’s award-winning Immersive Storytelling Studio, ILMxLAB (now ILM Immersive), and has since been at the helm. Under Vicki’…
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Alvin Wang Graylin (汪丛青) - HTC - The only thing that actually matters is time
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49:21The only thing that actually matters is time. Alvin Wang Graylin (汪丛青) is a renowned executive, author, and tech pioneer with over 30 years of experience in AI, XR, and semiconductors. He is currently Global VP at HTC, having served as China President from 2016 to 2023. His book, Our Next Reality, explores the societal impact of AI and XR. A serial…
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Transforming Education with Julia Black's Lights On Framework
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34:10In this follow-up conversation, Julia Black, a former TV producer turned education innovator, shares insights from her groundbreaking Lights On framework and her book 'Lights On Learning: A Parent's Blueprint for Happy, Fulfilled, Curious Kids.' Julia describes how her framework challenges traditional education paradigms by focusing on internal lea…
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Pearlé Nwaezeigwe, Founder of Wae Collective - Boldness, Beyonce, and Breaking Barriers
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45:36When I asked Pearlé Nwaezeigwe about her career journey, she told me: “One day I woke up and I was like, ‘I want to be the Beyonce of my industry.’ So I ran with it, and I really wanted my goals and my values to just be around that: what it means to stand out, what it means to run the world. And I think I've kind of run the world having lived in fo…
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Nanea Reeves - Founder and CEO of TRIPP - Play your career to win
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56:00Here is one thing I am 100% confident in. You’ve never met someone like Nanea Reeves. Learning from Nanea, getting her advice, and hearing her incredibly bold, unique, and resilient story has genuinely changed my life and reshaped the way I think about my career. Nanea is the Founder and CEO of TRIPP, an award-winning XR wellness company and the cr…
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Dominik Heinrich - Navigating the Future: Design, AI, and the Human Touch
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54:03My guest this week is Dominik Heinrich, a visionary working at the intersection of design, AI technology, and human experience. As the co-founder of the Creative AI Academy, faculty member at Pratt Institute, and Head of Global Design at Coca-Cola Company, Dom brings a unique perspective on how AI is reshaping creativity and innovation. Dom's journ…
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Kasia Borowiec - MediaLink - Artists & Career Pivots - It didn't come without a lot of hard work
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45:25Kasia Borowiec is a Director at MediaLink - and a great friend. We have always bonded over career pivoting out of performing, since our time at Columbia Business School. In this week’s episode of Your Career, Unscripted - we talk about her journey navigating a career shift from being an opera singer, to getting her MBA, to working as a Director at …
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Amy Gubser - "I Can Do Hard Things" How a 56-Year-Old Grandmother Conquered Shark-Infested Waters
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1:30:18Amy Gubser Amy Gubser, is an extraordinary 56-year-old grandmother who this year became the first person ever to complete an unassisted swim from the Golden Gate Bridge in SF to the Farallon Islands - a 30-mile stretch of cold, shark-infested waters off the California coast. Moreover, what makes this achievement even more remarkable is that Amy onl…
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Shelley Zalis - The Female Quotient: I’m going to be the first in the world
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42:05Shelley Zalis is the Founder & CEO of The Female Quotient - and I genuinely cannot believe I got to do this interview. I went to their SXSW event earlier this year, with the intention of even briefly chatting with Shelley so that someday, probably years and years down the line when I was hopefully more established, I could interview her. I was defi…
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Noam Sagi - Transforming Wellness: A Path to Personalized Wellbeing
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1:45:22In this episode of the Impossible Network, Mark interviews Noam, a pioneering psychotherapist and co-founder of VidaVii. Noam's captivating journey from his upbringing on a kibbutz near the Gaza border to establishing a wellness technology hub in London is explored in depth. The conversation touches on communal living, military service, corporate c…
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Denzil Monk On Storytelling, Regenerative Economics, and Creative Resistance
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1:33:04Welcome back to the start of Season 6 of The Impossible Network. Today’s guest is Denzil Monk, a filmmaker, social entrepreneur, and accidental academic. Denzil is dedicated to reshaping the narrative for his home region of Cornwall, England, advocating for a more inclusive and regenerative approach to media, culture, and the economy. From advocati…
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Victor Pineiro - HBO | Max - Nobody Knows What They’re Doing
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55:55Honored to have interviewed Victor Pineiro, Director of Digital Innovation at HBO | Max for this week’s episode of Your Career, Unscripted. Victor an award-winning digital marketer, author, documentary filmmaker and game designer. Victor’s team has launched emerging tech activations like the House of the Dragon Raise Your Banners AI poster generato…
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Stacey Strickland - Microsoft - Leading with Empathy. What can I do to make you happier?
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45:24Stacey Strickland is truly one of the most kind, empathetic, authentic, and generous people I have ever met in business. It was an honor to get to interview her for this week’s episode of Your Career, Unscripted. Stacey is a Director, Customer Success Modern Work/Converged Communications | Americas Enterprise at Microsoft. If you want to learn abou…
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Reality Distortion Shapers: The Power of Attitude and Action in a Shifting World
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3:45Today, I want to discuss a concept that's been on my mind lately: what it truly means to be a reality distortion shaper. This idea was inspired by Steve Jobs' infamous "reality distortion field" - his almost mythical ability to make people believe in the impossible and, through sheer force of vision, bring ideas to life. As I unboxed my new iPad Ai…
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Seth Shapiro - Two-time Emmy award winner - Building a Career Ahead of Disruption
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48:27🎙️ I’m very excited to share Episode 3 of Your Career, Unscripted featuring two-time Emmy award winner Seth Shapiro! 📽 Seth is a global leader in media and technology, and he has built an insanely unique and successful career at the heart of disruption. 💡 Seth's journey is a masterclass in anticipating industry shifts, taking calculated risks, foll…
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Julia (Cabral) Flavin - LinkedIn - If You Don't Ask, You Don't Get
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51:02🤝 Episode 2 of Your Career, Unscripted, is out! I am so thrilled to share this episode with Julia (Cabral) Flavin, Senior Director of Product Marketing at LinkedIn (where she's grown her career for over a decade). 📈 Julia started her career in Finance, before pivoting first into the Tech industry, then into the Marketing field. Today, Julia leads a…
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Shawn Layden - A 32 year Career at Sony. How hard can it be?
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1:06:10I could not be more excited to kick off this podcast with Shawn Layden, former Chairman of PlayStation Worldwide Studios for Sony Interactive Entertainment and former CEO of SIE America. I knew I wanted to start this podcast off with a guest who had an incredibly interesting career and someone who was kind, empathetic, and dedicated to giving back …
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Tony Jones on Augmenting Creativity: AI's Role in Shaping the Future of Creative Work
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1:48:20In this weeks episode we dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence and creativity with NY based AI creative trailblazer Tony Jones From growing up in Ohio his creative ambitions led him to New York to work in numerous leading ad agencies where he carved out a niche at the intersection of creativity and technology. Today, Tony is the co-…
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Orchestrating Creativity, Engineering Serendipity At SXSW - Hugh Forrest
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1:17:07Today, I'm joined by Hugh Forrest, Chief Programming Officer of South by Southwest (SXSW). For over three decades, Hugh has been at the helm of one of the most influential events in the world, celebrating creativity at the convergence of tech, film, music, and culture. Hugh's journey is a fascinating one, rooted in Austin, Texas, a city known for i…
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From Raves to Resilience; Stephen Davies' Sustainable Revolution
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1:27:46Last week, I sat down with Stephen Davies, a unique voice in sustainable architecture and community development. Stephen's journey from the gritty streets of Bolton and the Manchester party scene to a cycling enthusiast and socially-conscious designer in a quiet town in Cornwall was both unexpected and inspiring. He reflected on how personal challe…
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My Life Long Learning, Lessons, Failures, and Building Community - Mark Fallows
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58:56This week the tables are turned as I’m the guest on the Funds & Founders Podcast. Hosted by Abhinav Sinha, the pod explores the untold Journeys Behind Founders Breakthroughs. Across this broad conversation Abhi explores my view on life-long learning, building community, the differences between New York and Austin, forming Fabrica and the power of S…
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Amanda Hamilton - Beyond Nutrition, Her Curiosity, Holistic Nourishment, and Well-Being
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1:33:04In this week's episode, I sit down with Amanda Hamilton, a renowned nutrition expert, ex-broadcaster, and founder of retreats focused on holistic well-being and women’s health. We cover how Amanda's innate curiosity drove her to independently travel the globe, open a fasting retreat, aged 27, create a groundbreaking TV show, and ultimately redefine…
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Suba Vasudevan - The Intersection of Trust, Safety, and Responsible Innovation
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49:48I recently interviewed Suba Vasudevan, a tech optimist and eternal learner who has made a lasting impact in the realm of trust, safety, and responsible innovation. Growing up in Mumbai, Suba was shaped by her parents' unwavering support. Her innate curiosity led her to pursue computer engineering while also working as a journalist, exposing her to …
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Unlocking Business Growth Through Visual Communication and Creative Storytelling - Natalia Talkowska
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45:35Natalia Talkowska shares her journey from Poland to London's startup ecosystem and how her insatiable curiosity led her to transform lives through visual storytelling. Interviewed at the Austin Public Library, Natalia delves into her mission of connecting people and making them feel seen and understood. She recounts the pivotal encounter with Darre…
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Rediscovering Wisdom, Grace, Kindness, and Connection in the Digital Age
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1:34:31Lauren Hug joins me this week. Lauren Hug, is a writer, speaker and activist based in Colorado Springs. Lauren grew up with a unique mix of influences - a tech-savvy household, a love for the humanities, and a conservative religious upbringing. This sparked in her a deep curiosity about ideas and a passion for rediscovering and sharing the wisdom o…
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Curiosity, Empathy, Initiative: The Keys to Thriving in the Era of AI
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5:09In March I attended SXSW and for 8 days immersed myself in every available AI related keynote or panel discussion. What did I learn? 1.No one can say for certain how the future will unfold as we embrace these AI tools and powered robotic technologies 2. Whether we like it or not AI is coming to our jobs and those using it - coming for our jobs. 3. …
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99p Films: Alex Fish - Revolutionizing Cinema with Community and Conversations
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1:41:25Today, I’m joined by Alex Fish, a trailblazer in social cinema and a staunch advocate for environmental and social justice. Alex's journey from the bustling streets of London to the tranquil shores of Cornwall mirrors his quest for meaningful impact and community-driven change. In this episode, we explore who Alex is as a human and what or who made…
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The Reluctant Leader of The Re-Action Collective
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1:39:20Today I am joined by Gavin Fernie-Jones - a remarkable individual whose life story is a testament to embracing change, resilience, and the power of community. Discovering his love of the outdoors in Peak District in the UK, he moved to the French Alps to manage chalets, before his entrepreneurial spirit led him to open a ski boot fitting business, …
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An Existential Conversation with ChatGPT
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1:10:37In this interview, ChatGPT (referred to as 'Carla') discusses its core objectives, its influences, its limitations, and its future implications. Topics discussed include AI’s impact on society, children’s education, policy recommendations for education reform, the impact of AI on the creative industry, and strategies to tackle social isolation. The…
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Edward Molkenboer TheSocial Impact Tour and Harnessing the Power of Story
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1:02:28Until the age of 38 Edward Molkenboer impacted people's lives through the ads he created. Having launched his ad agency at the age of 18, and after 20 years of success Edward was hit by an existential realization that set him on a new path of impact; social not commercial. In this episode Edward recounts that awakening moment and discusses the work…
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Caroline Arditti - Sunshine Maker's Seven Minutes of Soundbites
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8:18Caroline Arditti is a community builder and 'sunshine maker', shares her experience of initiating 'Sunshine Hour', a Zoom-based platform to connect and uplift a diverse range of people in light of quarantine worldwide. Beginning early during quarantine with a handful of participants from her personal network, 'Sunshine Hour' rapidly expanded to mor…
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Unleashing Creativity and Building Community with Caroline Arditti
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1:19:00In today's episode, we speak with Caroline Arditti, a Paris-born creative force whose mission is to make the world more human and help people feel more alive. Caroline shared her journey from working in corporate communications and PR to founding Sunshine Makers, an experiential agency that's creating positive momentum through community-building in…
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Nonflict - Stephen Hecht And The Path to Peace, Rejecting Violence for Our Shared Humanity
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50:44This week, in light of the recent and extreme escalation in violence in Israel and Gaza, and the resultant rage and outrage that’s consuming our news and social feeds I’m publishing this episode with some trepidation but in the hope that it will instill some sense of belief that peace is possible. I am republishing an interview with Stephen Hecht, …
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Power For All - Founder Kristina Skierka - 7 Minute Soundbites
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9:29TLDR If you're short on time here are seven minutes of soundbites from difference maker Kristina Skierka - theSan Francisco based founder and CEO of Power For All, a global campaign to provide universal energy access by 2025 to the 85% of the 1.1 billion people residing in rural areas who lack reliable energy. She's a beacon of inspiration, galvani…
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Kristina Skierka - Fueling Universal Energy Access by 2025
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1:22:23This week's guest is Kristina Skierka, a genuine difference maker and true catalyst for change in the global energy sector. As the CEO and founder of the Power for All campaign Kristina has been instrumental in shaping a movement with a truly audacious vision and goal of: powering the 85% of the 1.1 billion people residing in rural areas who lack r…
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Ashley Usiskin: Learning To Help Ourselves By Helping Each Other
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1:08:21How do we encourage more people to accept help when it’s offered, and ask for help when it's needed? That is the big question this week’s guest difference maker Ashley Usiskin is focused on answering. With a successful career that spanned branding, marketing and start-ups across 4 countries, in early 2022 Ashley was diagnosed with lymphoma and a ra…
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Dr. Morgaine Gaye - What Do Recipe Books Really Sell Us
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4:08As a break from the norm, this week I’m dropping a series of daily short bonus interviews with previous guest Dr Morgaine Gaye the food futurologist. Today's Question What Do Recipe Books Really Sell? Social Links Instagram Facebook Linkedin Email Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Morgaine Gaye On The Fat Free Fad Of The 80's
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5:11In today's bonus drop from food futurologist Dr. Morgaine Gaye, Morgaine discusses the question of why the fat-free fad of the 1980s made us fatter. How does that work? Today's Question Why The Fat-Free Fad Of The 80's Made Us Fat? Social Links Instagram Facebook Linkedin Email Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Today's Question Do We Really Eat Insects? As a break from the norm, this week I’m dropping a series of daily short bonus interviews with previous guest Dr. Morgaine Gaye the food futurologist. Each day Morgaine will answer a question related to food and food trends. Morgaine is a fount of food-related knowledge. I hope you enjoy it. Social Links I…
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As a break from the norm, this week I’m dropping a series of daily short bonus interviews with previous guest Dr. Morgaine Gaye the food futurologist. Each day Morgaine will answer a question related to food and food trends. Morgaine is a fount of food-related knowledge. I hope you enjoy it. Today's Question What are the innovations in food waste? …
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Dr Morgaine Gaye - Why Smell Makes Us Buy What We Don't Want
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4:12As a break from the norm, this week I’m dropping a series of daily short bonus interviews with previous guest Dr. Morgaine Gaye the food futurologist. Each day Morgaine will answer a question related to food and food trends. Morgaine is a fount of food-related knowledge. I hope you enjoy it. Today's Question Why Smell Makes Us Buy What We Don't Wan…
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