Best Innovation Ames Podcasts (2024)

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Podcast 48 - Nigel Reuel, Founder of Skroot Laboratory Inc. 29:38

4h ago29:38

29:38

On episode 48 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nigel Reuel, Founder of Skroot Laboratory Inc. Nigel discusses Skroots' focus on personalized cell therapy and Skroots' plans for the future. Thank you for listening!By ISU Research Park

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Podcast 47 - Brent Shanks, Co-Founder of Pyrone Systems 37:18

1M ago37:18

37:18

On episode 47 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Brent Shanks, Co-Founder of Pyrone Systems. Alison and Brent discuss the how Pyrone Systems was developed and their upcoming future goals. Thank you for listening!By ISU Research Park

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In Conversation with Scott Nicholson: Motivating Students to Play and Explore 51:59

2M ago51:59

51:59

Professor [NJ1] Scott Nicholson from Laurier’s Game Design and Development program shares his passion for creating unique and inspiring learning experiences through games. Not only does Scott teach about games, he also weaves meaningful gamification principles throughout his teaching, igniting students’ interest in both the subject matter, and thei…

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In Conversation with Danielle Law: Leading with Care at Laurier 40:36

2M ago40:36

40:36

Danielle Law from Laurier's Psychology and Youth and Children's Studies programs and recipient of the 2023 Faculty Mentoring Award, shares her mentorship philosophy rooted in trust, support, and mutual respect. She explains how her emphasis on "red means love" in her grading shifts the way students receive academic feedback, fostering a positive, s…

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Podcast 46 - Student Innovators Mia Nichols, Founder and CEO of C'est La Crêpe 16:37

2M ago16:37

16:37

In episode 46, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at Iowa State University, is joined by Mia Nichols as a part of the Young Innovators Series. Mia shares her story on her experience as well as her business goals for the future.Thank you for listening!By ISU Research Park

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In Conversation with Robert Ame: Seeking Knowledge with a Global Purpose 55:43

2M ago55:43

55:43

Robert Ame from Laurier’s Human Rights and Human Diversity delves into his comprehensive approach towards enriching educational experiences through internationalization. He shares his journey as an international student from Ghana to Norway and Canada and how those experiences shaped his teaching philosophy centered on the value of cross-cultural k…

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Podcast 45 - Student Innovators Thomas Collins and Michael Joensen, Founders of Tom Collins Soap Co. 15:08

3M ago15:08

15:08

In episode 45, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, is joined by Tommy and Michael as part of the Young Innovators Series. Riley sits down with Tommy and Michael, Founders and CEOs of Tom Collins Soap Co. to discuss their story, CYstarters experience, future business goals, and all things…

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Podcast 44 - Blake Price, Founder and CEO of Plant Nannies 15:31

3M ago15:31

15:31

In episode 44, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, is joined by Blake as part of the Young Innovators Series. Riley sits down with Blake, Founder and CEO of Plant Nannies to discuss her story, CYstaters, future business goals, and all things green. If you need a plant sitter, this is the…

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In Conversation with Amilah Baksh: Bringing the Energy of Social Work into the Classroom at Laurier 35:58

4M ago35:58

35:58

Amilah Baksh from Laurier’s Faculty of Social Work shares her holistic approach to education, which acknowledges the significance of positionality and identity and invites both educators and students to bring their entire selves into the classroom. Amilah discusses how establishing classroom community guidelines sets a foundation for respectful and…

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Podcast 43 - Andrew Nguyen, Founder and CEO of Chingu BBQ 13:28

4M ago13:28

13:28

In episode 43, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, introduces the new mini-series called Young Innovators. Riley sits down with Andrew Nguyen, Founder and CEO of Chingu BBQ to discuss his story, CYstarters, and future goals for the business. In addition, Andrew talks about authentic Kore…

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#254 - What Makes a Great Company? - Dean's Beans Journey to Worker Ownership 1:22:29

4M ago1:22:29

1:22:29

Welcome to the Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation Podcast. In this thought-provoking episode titled "What Makes a Great Company?" we're diving into the inspiring journey of Dean's Beans Organic Coffee Company. Joining us are two remarkable guests, Dean Cycon, the founder of Dean's Beans, and the new CEO, Beth Spong, who are here to shed light on …

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In Conversation with Lisa Kuron: Guiding from Alongside at Laurier 47:58

5M ago47:58

47:58

2023 Early Career Excellence Award recipient Lisa Kuron from Laurier’s leadership program discusses her student-centered teaching approach which emphasizes being a 'guide on the side', utilizing classroom space creatively for diverse learning experiences, and instilling excitement about learning right from the first class. Lisa highlights the impor…

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Podcast 42 - Rebekah Sletten, Public Affairs Manager for Cultivation Corridor; Lex Kassel and Olivia Staudt, NextGen Innovation Interns 22:46

5M ago22:46

22:46

On this special edition episode of the Innovators Podcast, Rebekah Sletten, Public Affairs Manager for Cultivation Corridor, interviews Lex Kassel and Olivia Staudt, interns in the NextGen Innovation Impact Study. In this episode, Rebekah and Lex and Olivia discuss their semester-long projects that dig into innovations that are driving sustainabili…

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#253 - Seth Godin: How to Escape Industrial Capitalism's Race to the Bottom & Do Work Worth Doing 55:38

5M ago55:38

55:38

Yes, we need to make a living. But how do we make a life? It might not simply be about the money. When the world is in turmoil, when our health is at risk and the future seems murky, perhaps paychecks and productivity aren’t enough. Perhaps we can’t manage our way into the future. What if we created the best job someone ever had? What if we built a…

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In Conversation with Hind Al-Abadleh: Unlocking Environmental Sustainability with Chemistry at Laurier 40:15

5M ago40:15

40:15

2023 Hoffman-Little award recipient Hind Al-Abadleh from Laurier’s Chemistry and Biochemistry Department discusses integrating science with societal and environmental issues, employing effective strategies for large classes, and promoting a multidisciplinary approach to problem solving. She reflects on her approach to self-care, how she helps stude…

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In Conversation with Anne-marie Joy Henry: Helping Students Choose Curiosity at Laurier 55:23

5M ago55:23

55:23

2023 Staff Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Anne-marie Joy Henry from Laurier International shares the travels that have taken her across Canada and around the globe. These foundational intercultural experiences deeply inform her approach in her current role at Laurier, where she engages students in rich discussions of complex issues …

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#252 - Is Globalization Good or Bad? The Effects of NAFTA & Global Supply Chains ⛓️ 31:09

5M ago31:09

31:09

On December 8th, 1993, Bill Clinton signed the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) into law. In his remarks at the signing, Clinton proclaimed, “NAFTA means jobs. American jobs and good-paying American jobs. If I didn't believe that, I wouldn't support this agreement.” Two decades after NAFTA had been in effect (1993 - 2013) the Economic Po…

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In Conversation with Jonathan Finn: Personalising Learning with Innovation at Laurier 39:22

5M ago39:22

39:22

2023 Innovation in Teaching recipient Jonathan Finn, from Laurier’s Communication Studies department, reflects on how his unique self-tracking pedagogy not only fosters ownership among learners but also encourages reflection beyond the classroom. Jonathan helps students to co-create their learning environments and personalise their learning, and di…

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#251 - 7 Examples of Greenwashing 23:22

6M ago23:22

23:22

In this episode of Grow Ensemble, host Cory Ames delves into the deceptive tactics of greenwashing, where companies mislead the public about their environmental and social responsibility. Through 7 compelling examples, Cory sheds light on how businesses use certifications, misleading marketing claims, and acquisitions to present themselves as susta…

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Podcast 41 - Chris James, Founder and CEO of True360 23:22

5M ago23:22

23:22

On episode 41 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Chris James, Founder and CEO of True360. In this episode, Alison and Chris discuss the entrepreneurial resources Chris utilized during his time at Iowa State University, and how this has grown into his own company that Cy…

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#250 - What Makes Great Coffee? ☕️ 1:04:32

6M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

5 roasts, over 5 regions, and the story of the coffee supply chain from farm to cup. Our task here is to explore and reconsider this question: what makes great coffee? To do so I’ve enlisted the help of my many friends at Dean’s Beans Organic Coffee. Dean’s Beans is a 100% employee-owned, Certified B Corporation based out of Orange, Massachusetts. …

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In conversation with Tracy Snoddon: Building Thriving Learning Communities at Laurier 38:49

6M ago38:49

38:49

2023 Sustained Excellence in Teaching recipient Tracy Snoddon, from Laurier’s Economics department joins Debora VanNijnatten, academic director of Teaching Excellence and Innovation to discuss her efforts to connect with students individually and create an impactful and supportive learning environment, emphasizing real-world applications, active te…

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Podcast 40- Patrick Schnable, Co-Founder and CEO of Dryland Genetics 31:47

7M ago31:47

31:47

On episode 40 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Patrick Schnable, Co-Founder and CEO of Dryland Genetics. In this episode, Alison and Patrick discuss entrepreneurship, water efficacy in crops, and the impact proso millet could have on the environment and agriculture in…

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#249 - The 10 Characteristics of Success in Social Entrepreneurship 1:34:54

9M ago1:34:54

1:34:54

What does success mean to you? Defining success in a field can define the field. Defining success for ourselves will define our lives. And so here, friend and coach of mine, Paul Zelizer and I go through the essential exercise of defining what to each of us makes for a successful social entrepreneur. Paul is a business coach for social entrepreneur…

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Shaunasea Brown: Building Collective Care in the Classroom 35:58

9M ago35:58

35:58

Shauansea Brown in Laurier’s Communication Studies department discusses how she creates an environment where students can have difficult conversations safely by building trust and a collective care ethic in her classroom. Dr. Brown discusses how she encourages students to bring their lived experiences into her course. She also helps students unpack…

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#248 - Are we even close? | ensemble #1 15:03

9M ago15:03

15:03

In a little over a decade, Houston has housed over 28,000 people who were experiencing homelessness. The U.S.’s 4th largest city has cut its total homelessness figures by more than 60% since committing to tackle this issue head-on in 2012. Representatives from cities nationwide visit Houston to learn about how they’ve achieved such progress. Housto…

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Podcast 39- Clayton Mooney, Co-Founder & CEO of Clayton Farms 30:52

9M ago30:52

30:52

On episode 39 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Clayton Mooney, Co-Founder & CEO of Clayton Farms. In this episode, they discuss Mooney’s entrepreneurial journey, resources utilized by Mooney, and his company located in the Iowa State University Research Park. Thank you f…

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#247 - The Preamble: What's in a Name? | ensemble #0 7:17

10M ago7:17

7:17

We're thrilled to introduce a new format of the show — what we’ll be calling Ensembles. These ensembles are designed to be something of a meditation, helping us to explore the art of living and working sustainably and building a better world, from a different perspective. The goal here through sharing various stories from the wide world of sustaina…

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#246 - Quit Stressing Me Out: How to Restore the World's Dying Coral Reefs 52:10

10M ago52:10

52:10

The right amount of stress at the right time. That’s all it requires to trigger coral to grow anywhere from 25—50x it’s natural rate as it would in the “wild.” In the practice of coral farming, this is called microfragmenting. Our guest today, Sam Teicher, is the co-founder of Coral Vita. In Freeport, Grand Bahama, Coral Vita is farming coral (usin…

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Podcast 38 - Daniel Oh 34:20

11M ago34:20

34:20

On episode 38 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Daniel Oh, President & CEO of AgCertain. Throughout the podcast they discuss AgCertain development, resources for companies in Central Iowa, and placemaking. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy!…

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#245 - What Is a Sustainable Product? (And How Can You Identify One?) 38:19

1y ago38:19

38:19

Assessing the sustainability of any individual product or company is a core facet of the work we do here at Grow Ensemble. But if there’s no agreed-upon definition of “sustainability,” it’s unclear what anyone means when they say their product is sustainable. So, for the sake of setting important definitions, here we are asking: What is a sustainab…

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Podcast 37 – Craig Rupp, CEO of Sabanto 37:56

1y ago37:56

37:56

On episode 37 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Craig Rupp, the CEO of Sabanto. Throughout the podcast, they discuss Rupp's electrical engineering career, autonomous agriculture, and much more. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy.…

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In conversation with Michael Woodford: 2SLGBTQ+ Thriving in Academic Spaces 47:37

1y ago47:37

47:37

Michael Woodford from Laurier’s Faculty of Social Work discusses creating supportive and inclusive classrooms and campuses that support 2SLGBTQ+ students and faculty. Michael’s research work on large studies like Thriving on Campus helps campus communities understand how to better support the needs of diverse 2SLGBTQ+ students in and beyond the cla…

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#244 - Doing Real Estate Development Differently, with Anyeley Hallová of Adre 1:08:09

1+ y ago1:08:09

1:08:09

The role of a real estate developer is not only to improve a piece of land or build to increase its monetary value. They are also responsible for designing an environment and community that can promote sustainability, social justice, and equity. Anyeley Hallová is a real estate developer and the Founder of Adre, a community-driven real estate devel…

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In Conversation with Steve MacNeil: Centring Student Learning 1:07:12

1+ y ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Steve MacNeil from Laurier’s Chemistry and Biochemistry department discusses his journey from a blended and flipped classroom into scaffolding a metacognition co-curriculum throughout his courses to help students reflect not only on what they know, but on how they learn. Steve talks about how techniques like collaborative testing and IF-AT cards ha…

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Podcast 36- Colin Hurd, CEO of Mach Inc. 29:42

1+ y ago29:42

29:42

On episode 36 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Chief Relationship Officer at the Iowa State University Research Park interviewed Colin Hurd the CEO of Mach Inc. They discussed Colin's career and innovation in the agriculture industry. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy.By ISU Research Park

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#243 - What's Possible with Hydropower, with Gia Schneider of Natel Energy 49:38

1+ y ago49:38

49:38

Hydropower was the first and is now the oldest large-scale source of renewable energy that we’ve deployed worldwide. Hydropower offers a unique set of advantages in the context of an entirely decarbonized energy grid. It can offer storage capacity and be more consistent when sources like wind and solar are not available. Gia Schneider is the CEO of…

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Podcast 35- Ty Cook, Supply Chain Specialist at Pivot Bio 17:47

1+ y ago17:47

17:47

On this episode of The Innovators Podcast, we talked with Ty Cook, a Supply Chain Specialist at Pivot Bio. We discuss Ty's role at Pivot Bio, customer relations, and living in the Ames area. We hope you enjoy this episode of The Innovators Podcast!By ISU Research Park

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#242 - How to be a Conscious Consumer 34:16

1+ y ago34:16

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There are two seemingly contradicting realities of “conscious consumerism”: No matter how “consciously” we buy, we aren’t going to shop our way into a more sustainable and equitable world. The ways we do/don’t spend our money are incredibly impactful. Maybe this is confusing at first glance, but it becomes clearer when we explore what conscious con…

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In Conversation with Paula Fletcher: Mentoring Students for Broad Possibilities 38:28

1+ y ago38:28

38:28

Faculty Mentoring Award recipient Paula Fletcher from Laurier’s Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education joins Mary Wilson, vice-provost of Teaching and Learning, in conversation to discuss how she helps build confidence in students, the importance of faculty mentoring one another and the mentors who have shaped her journey. Laurier’s Donal…

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In Conversation with Michael Cinelli: Celebrating the Journey of Learning 53:13

1+ y ago53:13

53:13

Hoffman-Little Award recipient Michael Cinelli from Laurier’s Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education joins Mary Wilson, vice-provost of Teaching and Learning, in conversation to discuss his approach to mentorship, how he helps students find balance in their lives, and strategies he uses to create thriving classroom and lab environments. L…

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In Conversation with Lydia Awuah-Mensah: Helping Students Reflect on Volunteer Experiences 37:57

1+ y ago37:57

37:57

Staff Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning recipient Lydia Awuah-Mensah from Laurier’s Career Development Centre joins Mary Wilson, vice-provost of Teaching and Learning, in conversation to discuss how she helps students reflect on their skill development, navigate transformative volunteer experiences and make meaning of the “Aha” moments …

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In Conversation with Richelle Monaghan – Setting Students Up for Transformational Learning 51:08

1+ y ago51:08

51:08

Laurier Teaching Fellow Richelle Monaghan from Laurier’s Community Health and Biology programs joins Mary Wilson, vice-provost of Teaching and Learning, in conversation to discuss creating community in the classroom, structuring courses with empathy and the impacts of embedding Universal Design for Learning into her teaching. The Laurier Teaching F…

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In Conversation with Colin Labadie: Tuning into Your Classroom 31:45

1+ y ago31:45

31:45

Early Career Excellence Award recipient Colin Labadie from Laurier’s Faculty of Music joins Mary Wilson, Laurier’s vice-provost of Teaching and Learning, in conversation to discuss creating supportive and inclusive classroom environments that allow instructors and students to inspire and improvise with one another, and the role that care and compas…

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In Conversation with Michelle Skop: Finding New Ways to Learn Together 31:35

1+ y ago31:35

31:35

Innovation in Teaching Award recipient Michelle Skop from Laurier’s Faculty of Social Work joins Mary Wilson, vice-provost of Teaching and Learning, in conversation to discuss bringing simulation-based education into the Social Work classroom, centring community in teaching, and creating classrooms that flourish by being open to possibility. Laurie…

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#241 - Magic Exists 8:23

1+ y ago8:23

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Magic is all around us, whether we are looking for it or not. Unlike the supernatural forces often featured in books and movies, this form of magic operates on the miracles of nature; the wonderful things Mother Nature creates, such as life, and her power to maintain the co-existence of all. In today’s episode, Cory explores the existing magic that…

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#240 - What's Next: Learn. Understand. Love. Protect. Repeat. ∞ 9:09

1+ y ago9:09

9:09

The Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation podcast is back with exciting, meaningful, and impactful discussions to help make the world a better place! Listen in to hear about the new approach of sharing stories that matter to learn what is possible in creating sustainable discussions, and understanding the impact of what we can do to save the plane…

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In Conversation with Jennifer Holm: Making Math Education Approachable 39:32

1+ y ago39:32

39:32

Early Career Excellence Award recipient Jennifer Holm from Laurier’s Faculty of Education joins Mary Wilson, vice-provost of Teaching and Learning, in conversation to discuss moving mathematics education forward, keeping the focus on students and their thinking, and leading by example in the classroom. Laurier’s Donald F. Morgenson Awards for Teach…

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In Conversation with Kevin Spooner: Helping Students Rise to the Occasion 45:21

1+ y ago45:21

45:21

Sustained Excellence Award recipient Kevin Spooner, who teaches in Laurier’s North American Studies and History programs, joins Mary Wilson, vice-provost of Teaching and Learning, in conversation to discuss his student-centred approach to teaching and reflect on the arc of his career, including being an early pioneer the flipped classroom, while sh…

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#239 - We’re Taking a Short Break! Here’s Why & When We’ll Be Back 14:05

2y ago14:05

14:05

Check out this latest episode to hear about our plans moving forward for the Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation Podcast. TLDR; We're taking a break for September, but will be back in October telling more stories about all things building a better world. But! With a new approach. :) -- -- 💌 BETTER WORLD WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: The Better World Weekly i…

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