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Accomplished conductor Ronald Braunstein founded an orchestra to help classical musicians with mental illness. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Commuity, Creativity, Diversity, Entertainment, Illness, Inclusion, Inspiration, Mental health, Multicultural, Music, Treatment

Malaysian filmmaker Adele Lim champions minority voices, crafting Hollywood films highlighting Asians and women. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Business, Creativity, Culture, Diversity, Entertainment, Equality, Gender

The new challenge of the prominent American artist CHAZ GUEST is to paint portraits using traditional Japanese dyes. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Creativity, Culture, Discovery, Education, History, Inspiration

In 2023, Daisuke "Dice" Tsutsumi's animation "ONI: Thunder God's Tale" won the auspicious Annie Award. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Creativity, Culture, Entertainment, Humanity, Inclusion, Inspiration

Bernard Benzamin Nathan founded Don Management, an inclusive talent agency challenging beauty standards by diverse talents. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Art, Culture, Disability, Diversity, Entertainment, Entrepreneur, Equality, Inclusion

Nalleli Cobo and her community fought toxic oil drilling. In 2020, LA Council approved "Phase-Out." Here's what we talk about in this episode:Activism, Community, Environment, Gen Z, Illness, Survivors, Sustainability

Afghan girls lack education access with Taliban restrictions. Pashtana Durrani operates a secret school, striving to secure their educational future. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Community, Education, Equality, Gender, Human rights, Refugees, Technology

Gordon Buchanan is one of the most famous cameramen due to his 30 years filming of wildlife in some of the remotest areas of the planet. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Creativity, Discovery, Environment, Nature, Science, Sustainability, Technology

Amsterdam-based Makers Unite upcycles life vests once worn by refugees into bags and other products. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Community, Creativity, Design, Entrepreneur, Global issues, Inclusion, Refugees

In 2022, a research team at OIST announced that they had developed the world's first sustainable system for farming squid. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Art, Discovery, Environment, Future, Global issues, Science, Sustainability, Technology

Gareth Malone teaches singing to people in places where it is uncommon but where the inspiration and unity of music is needed. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Community, Creativity, Culture, Entertainment, Humanity, Inspiration, Music

Horiuchi Yoshimi runs a library in Northern Thailand. She is blind, yet she believes reading can change lives for the better future. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Art, Community, Culture, Disability, Education, Entrepreneur, Humanity, Inspiration, Literature

Arief Rabik has launched a business aimed at revitalizing forests and rural economies by planting bamboo with local residents. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Business, Community, Creativity, Culture, Economy, Environment, Entrepreneur, Global issues, Nature, Sustainability

Ella Al-Shamahi explores places understudied by science because of conflict and political instability. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Culture, Discovery, Entertainment, History, Inspiration, Science, Survivors

Back to Healing empowers people living with ailing backs called scoliosis. Marcus expands support by mixing art, medicine and technology. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Creativity, Culture, Design, Disability, Diversity, Inspiration, Medicine, Survivors, Treatment

The first Indian author to win the Booker Prize talks about crossing "boundaries," a major message of her novel. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Communication, Creativity, Culture, Diversity, Gender, History, Inspiration, Literature, Multicultural, Self

Luis von Ahn created the most used educational app, Duolingo. He aims to make learning available to all. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Business, Creativity, Culture, Education, Entrepreneur, Future, Global issues, International, Technology

Through flying around the world on a paramotor Sacha Dench draws attention to bird species whose numbers are decreasing. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Discovery, Education, Environment, Global issues, Nature, Science, Survivors, Sustainability, Technology

Co-creator of a dance program for people with Parkinson's talks about how dancing improves their life. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Community, Creativity, Dance, Disability, Entertainment, Illness, Inspiration, Treatment

Nadine Kaadan is an award-winning children's book author from Syria. She promotes diversity and inclusivity in her books. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Creativity, Culture, Design, Diversity, Education, Humanity, Inspiration, Literature, Multicultural, Refugees, Survivors

Nick Merriman explains why the Horniman Museum is returning its entire collection of Benin bronzes to Nigeria. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Community, Culture, Discovery, Education, Global issues, History, Inspiration, Multicultural

Shari Davis encourages young people and minorities to participate in the budgeting process for government and schools. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Alternative, Communication, Community, Economy, Education, Future, Gen Z, Inclusion

Felicity Aston was the first woman to ski solo across Antarctica and is a champion of female adventurers. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Discovery, Environment, Equality, Gender, Inspiration, Nature, Science, Survivors

Cassa Pancho founded Ballet Black for dancers of black and Asian descent and is bringing diversity to the world of ballet. Here's what we talk about in this episode; Alternative, Art, Creativity, Culture, Dance, Diversity, Entertainment, Equality, History, Racism

Kate Griggs, CEO of global charity 'Made By Dyslexia' believes that society needs to focus more on the strengths of dyslexic thinking. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Communication, Community, Creativity, Diversity, Education, Entrepreneur, Inspiration, Parenting, Science

Jiaoying Summers confronts racism with her comedy. Living in the U.S., she has a billion views on social and speaks of the misunderstanding toward Asians. She explains the power of laughter. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Community, Creativity, Culture, Entertainment, Gender, Inclusion, Inspiration, Racism, Self

Music is the first language of teenage drum prodigy Soma Yoyoka. When a video of her playing a Led Zeppelin song went viral, Yoyoka and her family moved to the US to pursue her dreams of making music. Here is what we talk about in this episode : Art, Communication, Creativity, Culture, Education, Entertainment, Gen Z, Music, Parenting

Shani Dhanda is a British disability activist. She was born with brittle bone disease. The barriers she has faced motivates her to make the world inclusive for disabled people. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Alternative, Communication, Community, Disability, Diversity, Equality, Human rights, Inclusion, Self

Lisa Power has been an LGBTQ+ campaigner for over four decades. She is also a trustee and supporter of Queer Britain, the first LGBTQ+ museum in the UK. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Community, Culture, Diversity, Equality, Gender, History, Human rights, Inclusion, LGBTQ, Racisim

We feature a Japanese composer and pianist, Nakamura Tempei performing around the world. He has given numerous concerts in Ukraine over the past 13 years and plays prayers for peace of the country. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Communication, Creativity, Culture, Entertainment, Humanity, Inspiration, Music, Treatment

DeepL is highly evaluated by users worldwide for its very accurate AI translations. How can the development of AI help to solve the issues in modern society and how should we interact with it? Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Business, Communication, Culture, Education, Entrepreneur, Global issues, International, Multicultural, Technology

Chicago physician Zaher Sahloul founded an NGO to support people enduring war and natural disasters worldwide. It started in response to war in his homeland. Syria, and continues today in Ukraine. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Global issues, Humanity, Human rights, Illness, International, Medicine, Refugees, Survivors, Treatment

Deaf since birth, Actor/Director Monique Holt is cast in many roles usually reserved for the hearing. She leads a movement to make the theater world recognize the potential of those with disabilities. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Art, Communication, Creativity, Disability, Diversity, Entertainment, Equality, Human rights, Inclusion, Inspiration

Shibuya Źarny provides relief supplies and offers language and sewing classes in his native Myanmar, which is in a state of civil war following a coup. He shares his perspective as a former refugee. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Communication, Community, Design, Education, Entrepreneur, Global issues, Human rights, Inspiration, Refugees, Survivors

Dewey Cornell created a threat assessment program to prevent mass shootings in schools. It catches signs that a student is troubled and can help resolve issues before violent behavior starts. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Communication, Community, Discovery, Education, Mental health

In India, sanitary products are uncommon. Saathi makes pads from banana fiber, supplying women who lack access. Co-founder, Kristin Kagetsu discusses sustainable solutions for menstrual issues. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Alternative, Community, Environment, Entrepreneur, Gender, Humanity, Inspiration, Nature, Sustainability

Since Natasha Ednan Laperouse died aged 15 in 2016 from a food allergy, her parents, Nadim and Tanya have campaigned to raise awareness and created a new law in the UK for better food labeling. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Alternative, Community, Illness, Medicine, Science, Treatment

Thanks to Tinia's innovative approach, her 8-employee urban start-up in Brooklyn, New York, provides safe and nutritious fresh produce with no environmental impact. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Business, Creativity, Environment, Entrepreneur, Future, Inspiration, Nature, Science, Sustainability, Technology

Air pollution causes millions of premature deaths. Anirudh Sharma, from India, has developed a method of making ink from car emissions. What drives this self-described "chronic inventor"? Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Business, Creativity, Culture, Design, Environment, Entrepreneur, Future, Global issues, Inspiration, Science, Sustainability, Technology

In the era of #MeToo, intimacy coordinators play an important role in TV, film and theater, ensuring actors feel comfortable performing intimate scenes, while helping directors execute their visions. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Alternative, Business, Communication, Entertainment, Equality, Gender, Mental health, Self, Survivors, Treatment

Besides helping to revive the Tour de France Femmes for the first time in 13 years, Kathryn Bertine, former pro cyclist and CEO of an NPO, strives to eliminate gender disparities in the cycling world. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Sports, Activism, Community, Diversity,Equality, Gender, Global issues, Inclusion, Inspiration, Self

Robin Takashi Lewis developed an app to reduce consumption of single-use plastic bottles. He shares how he's creatively working on changing mindsets, one bottle at a time. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Alternative, Business, Community, Environment, Entrepreneur, Future, Global issues, Nature, Sustainability, Technology

The Academy Museum displays not only the industry's celebratory history but also its negative aspects. Why did Bill intend to make it so diversified? Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Business, Culture, Diversity, Entertainment, Equality, History, Inclusion, Inpsiration, Racism

Naomi Shimada is a successful model working in Europe. She has also been a campaigner for more diversity in the fashion industry and has co-authored a book about social media. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Communication, Culture, Diversity, Gender, Inspiration, Mental health, Self, Technology

James Rebanks is a British farmer who runs a 600-year-old farm in the Lake District in the UK. He is also the author of 2 best-selling books and is a campaigner for sustainable farming. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Community, Environment, Global issues, Inspiration, Nature, Sustainability

Baseball team co-owner Jesse Cole has enhanced entertainment and family fun with his unique approach to presenting games. His team, the Savannah Bananas, has more followers than any Major League team. Here's what this episode talks about: Sports, Alternative, Business, Community, Creativity, Dance, Entertainment, Inspiration

Ukrainian picture book creator Romana Romanyshyn co-founded the art studio "Agrafka." Despite the 2022 Russian invasion, she remains in her homeland to communicate the truth of war through her works. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Communication, Creativity, Design, Education, Global issues, Humanity, Literature, Parenting, Survivors

Firzana Redzuan founded Monsters Among Us, the only youth-led child sexual abuse advocacy organization in Malaysia that aims to create a safer world for children. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Alternative, Communication, Community, Education, Gen Z, Gender, Human rights, Self, Survivors

Food waste is a major problem. A founder of a non-profit in Germany is tackling the issue by rescuing food destined for the dustbin. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Alternative, Business, Environment, Future, Global issues, Humanity, Inspiration, Nature, Sustainability

Like a sci-fi dream come true, a service using drones to deliver medicines was launched in Africa. This service that presents a challenge to the future of logistics has spread to Japan and the USA. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Business, Design, Economy, Entrepreneur, Global issues, Human rights, Medicine, Science, Technology

Deja Foxx created GenZ Girl Gang. The platform helped peers bond during isolation due to COVID-19. The network is leading to a more real connection today, as we exit the pandemic and tackle agendas. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Communication, Community, Diversity, Education, Equality, Gen Z, Inclusion, Pandemic

Dutch shareholder activist Mark van Baal challenges the power of Big Oil and urges these influential companies to abandon fossil fuels and commit to a fossil free future. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Business, Economy, Environment, Global issues, International, Sustainability

Award-winning chef José Andrés is the founder of World Central Kitchen, a non-profit organization supporting people in disaster areas with fresh food. He shares his passion for humanitarian work. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Community, Global issues, Humanity, Human rights, Inspiration, Pandemic, Refugees, Survivors

Shirley Raines provides makeovers for the homeless in downtown L.A. Beauty services bring back dignity and hope to them. We ask her about her expanding organization and what's most needed today. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Community, Creativity, Equality, Homelessness, Humanity, Inclusion, Inspiration, Mental health, Multicultural, Self, Survivors

Cofounding an organization which measures companies' impact on society, Jay Cohen Gilbert is working to reshape corporate culture to benefit all stakeholders, from workers to suppliers to communities. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Business, Economy, Environment, Entrepreneur, Future, Global issues, Sustainability

James Wong is a popular botanist working in the UK. He is also an author and television presenter on gardening programs. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Culture, Discovery, Environment, Gen Z, Humanity, Medicine, Mental health, Multicultural, Nature, Plants, Sustainability

A legendary New York actor and director best known for playing Connie in "A Chorus Line" now strives to create opportunities for Asian performers. She talks about racial diversity in American theater. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Art, Creativity, Culture, Dance, Diversity, Entertainment, Equality, Inclusion, Multicultural, Music

Generation Z computer wiz Avi Schiffmann uses his coding skills to confront global crises, with websites tracking the coronavirus outbreak and connecting Ukrainian refugees with temporary housing. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Communiction, Creativity, Entrepreneur, Future, Gen Z, Global issues, Human rights, Inspiration, Technology

Victims of female genital mutilation reached 200 million. The UN has called for ending the practice, but it still continues. Waris Dirie is fighting to eradicate FGM through her own testimonies. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Activism, Community, Equality, Gender, Human rights, Medicine, Survivors

Ties van der Hoeven is a co-founder of a Dutch firm of holistic engineers with a plan to regreen the Sinai Peninsula, dry land in Egypt. Ties believes regreening is an answer to tackle climate change. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Ambition, Climate, Environment, Global issues, Nature, Science, Sustainability, Technology

To understand the problem of abusive policing in America, Georgetown University professor Rosa Brooks became a rookie cop herself, then founded a program to help recruits reimagine their profession. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Policing, Community, Diversity, Equality, Human rights, Inclusion, Racism

Kenneth Rimdahl came from Sweden to Chiang Mai, Thailand. There he discovered "miang," an edible tea made with leaves from local tea plants. Now his business helps protect the forests where they grow. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Tea, Business, Community, Economy, Environment, Entrepreneur, Global issues, Nature, Science, Sustainability

Ingrid Daubechies has collaborated with people from various fields to solve problems using innovative mathematical theory. Her recent art project was created to show that math is everywhere! Here's what we talk about in this episode: Math, Collaboration, Curiosity, Values, Purpose, Flow, Kindness, Art, Creativity, Discovery, Inspiration

Joshua Miele designs accessibility tools for people with disabilities to interact equitably with the world. He explains how the pursuit of equal access has driven innovations for the benefit of all. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Diversity, Diversity & Inclusion, Disability, Technology, Innovation, Self, Motivation, Life lessons, Inspiration, Good vibes

Professor Ryad Alsous fled Syria in 2013 in the civil war as his life was in danger. He has set up a beekeeping project in the North of England, to help other refugees. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Bees, Refugees, Syria, Ecosystem, War, Cooperation, Culture, Harmony, Nature, Balance, Immigration, Agriculture, Society, Productivity

A transgender state senator is working to eliminate discrimination against not only LGBTQs but all people in a divided America. She aims to create a safe society where everyone can live with dignity. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Diversity, Diversity & Inclusion, LGBTQ, Government, Politics, Activism, Self, Change, Human rights, Transgender, Life stories, Inspiration, Good vibes

Rationality has made society healthier and more peaceful, argues Harvard Professor, Steven Pinker. Now, in our era of fake news, we need institutions which bring back trust in evidence-based thinking. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Rational, Beliefs, Lifestyle, Politics, Science, Society, Human, Behavior, Brain, Confirmation bias, Psychology

Noor Shaker, a former computer scientist, is determined to contribute her expertise to society. She is now using AI to tackle and improve the expensive, time-consuming process of drug discovery. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Inspiration, Purpose, Science, Future, Artificial Intelligence, Parenting, Medicine, Drug discovery, Meaning, International, Multicultural, Diversity, Feminism, Loss, Death, Cancer, Female CEO, Cure, Treatment, Syria

Missing limbs, bruises, medical devices... The look-alike dolls for children with a unique appearance handcrafted by A Doll Like Me are helping to further an inclusive world. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Dolls, Unique, Special, Beautiful, Diversity, Difference, Amputees, Survivors, Disfigurement, Inclusion, Play, Therapy, Progress, Treatment, Create, Craft, Homemade, Toys, Inspiration, Kindness, Sensitivity, Trauma, Illness, Survivors, Injury, Life lessons

Professor Steve Brusatte is an American paleontologist teaching at Edinburgh University. He specializes in the evolution of dinosaurs, and he has named 15 new species. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Paleontology, Dinosaurs, Discovery, History, Evolution, Biology, Extinction, Past, Research, Life lessons, Inspiration, Good vibes

Brandon Farbstein is a Gen Z with disabilities, pushing for an anti-bullying law. Chosen as one of the "Most Influential Teens in the World," he currently works on inclusion strategies for companies. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Diversity, Diversity & Inclusion, Disability, Bullying, Education, Education Reform, Gen Z, Activism, Self, Technology, Life lessons, Inspiration, Good vibes

Professor Jemma Wadham is a leading glaciologist who has spent the last 20 years examining glaciers in places as diverse as the Himalayas, the Andes and the Alps. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Climate change, Climate action, SDGs, Glaciers, Glaciology, Biology, Environment, Environmental protection, Life stories, Inspiration, Good vibes

Jan Johnson has dedicated her life protecting and running the Panama Hotel built in 1910. Hear her message to the future through the last luggage left by Japanese Americans taken to internment camps.

Adli Yahya founded Autism Café Project in 2016 to provide job opportunities for autistic youth. At the café, this team prepares food to give to communities in need.

Bella Galhos, a former East Timorese independence activist, shares with us her mission: what needs to be done for Timor-Leste to become a vigorous and stable society and attain financial independence.

Hosoda Mamoru, a Japanese anime director talks about his new work, "BELLE." His inspiration comes from "Beauty and the Beast," the internet and some changes brought about by the global pandemic.

Rebecca Rockefeller co-founded the "Buy Nothing Project," that has 4 million members in 44 countries. The gift economy initiative gives and receives everything for free, reexamining consumer society. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Entrepreneur, Environmentalism, Alternative, Connection, Meaning, Kindness, Community, Life lessons

Tech2Peace is a seminar in which Israeli and Palestinian youth work together on tech-based projects. The cofounder, Palestinian Abeer Bandak, hopes that it can contribute to conflict resolution.

Father Greg has rehabilitated thousands of ex-gang members in L.A. for 30 years. He runs a bakery as a base with members and has tattoo removal programs among others so they can re-enter society. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Rehabilitation, Inclusion, Community, Forgiveness, Life lessons, Belonging

A mother to a transgender son, Amber Briggle has brought national attention to the struggle for equal rights for LGBTQ children, speaking out at the Texas State Senate and elsewhere.

Emmy winning broadcast journalist Lori Matsukawa fights hate crimes against Asians in the U.S. She holds webinars with a Seattle Japanese community and collaborates with the government to end racism. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Racism, Activism, Pandemic, Humanity, Life lessons

Lilianne Fan, founder of Geutanyoe Foundation, supports the Rohingya refugees in Malaysia. She provides them food and education, and empowers them to become leaders in their community.

Christina Koch, an outstanding female astronaut, who has made remarkable accomplishments in the traditionally male-dominated field of space exploration, could be the first woman to land on the Moon. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Gender, Mental health, Purpose, Space, Life lessons

Many turn to extremism because of personal problems, not ideology. One-time white supremacist Christian Picciolini sees people as human beings first, to save them from hate groups. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Extremism, Violence, Self, Communication, Life lessons

Larry Littlebird, a Native American elder/storyteller, founded Hamaatsa, a place to reconnect with nature with indigenous wisdom, by listening to nature and to each other in this challenging time. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Native Americans, Stories, Listening, Nature, Connection, Living sustainably, Life lessons

Kajiya Yuriko is a principal dancer at the Houston Ballet in the United States. The coronavirus pandemic has been a struggle for artists in Japan, and Kajiya has worked to support them. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Ballet, Mastery, Passion, Discipline, Purpose, Life lessons

World-renowned dancer, choreographer and director Bill T. Jones talks about creating his new socially distanced indoor performance, addressing the twin pandemics of COVID-19 and systemic racism. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Dance, Art, Activism, Mental health, Resilience, Life lessons

In a bestselling book, Jane Hyun highlighted barriers facing Asian Americans in the corporate world. Since then, she has helped businesses tap this talent pool by becoming culturally responsive. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Business, Diversity, Equality, Work, Life lessons

Journalist Maria Ressa is found guilty in a case seen as a test of press freedom. In a country where journalists are under threat, Ressa's case became symbolic and followed internationally. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Media, Journalism, Human rights, Nobel, Life lessons

Dr. Anthony Back created a medical communication guide called Vital Talk. It helps practitioners better understand the emotions of patients and family, a matter of great importance in the COVID-19 era. Here’s what we talk about in this episode: Medicine, Care, Death, Communication, Life lessons

GiGi's Playhouse supports people with Down Syndrome. 49 are in the U.S. and Mexico. 30,000 people use their program. We speak to founder Nancy Gianni as she continues her mission during COVID-19. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Down-syndrome, Activism, Difference, Acceptance, Parenting, Life lessons

Columbia University's Christopher Emdin talks about his method of centering culture to engage young people in science and how the pandemic is creating an opportunity to transform education. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Education, Teaching, Potential, Growth, Mental health, Perspective, Life lessons

Fawzia Koofi was the first female Vice President of Afghanistan's National Assembly. The Nobel candidate has been fighting for women's rights for 20 years as the Taliban takes over the country. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Afghanistan, Gender, Women's rights, Life lessons, Human rights

A young Czech innovator is drawing attention in the desktop 3D printer market with his open-source approach. What kind of future will be brought to us by the printers evolving with worldwide users? Here's what we talk about in this episode: Technology, Creativity, Life lessons

Earth Heir, a social enterprise in Malaysia is founded by Sasibai Kimis to empower the lives of marginalized communities. Emphasizing on combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Sustainability, Business, Indigenous people, Refugees, Life lessons

Internationally acclaimed Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie shares her belief that the realization of gender equality and a fairer world for all may take time, but they are achievable aims. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Gender equality, Literature, Life lessons

Kodo Nishimura blends his duties as a Buddhist monk with work as a makeup artist. He speaks from experience about overcoming adversity, being true to yourself, and what it means to be different. Here's what we talk about in this episode: LGBTQ, Diversity, Buddhism, Life lessons

Former astronaut Chris Hadfield shares his advice on self-isolation. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Mental health, Pandemic, Life lessons

Living with multiple sclerosis, Alice Sara Ott keeps a contemporary performance empowering her audience. Here's what we talk about in this episode: Classical music, Illness, Life lessons