Best Serendipity Films Podcasts (2024)

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Orchestrating Creativity, Engineering Serendipity At SXSW - Hugh Forrest 1:17:07

3h ago1:17:07

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Today, 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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CA Arts & Culture Summit "Arts and Health" panel 1:08:31

9h ago1:08:31

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"At the structural level, we don’t make decisions based on evidence. If we did, we would have universal healthcare and basic income. The arts can be part of this shift” - Tasha Golden Join Nefesha Yisra’el from California for the Arts as she introduces our second episode, featuring a powerful panel discussion on the intersection of arts and health.…

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From Raves to Resilience; Stephen Davies' Sustainable Revolution 1:27:46

4d ago1:27:46

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Last 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 58:56

11d ago58:56

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This 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 1:33:04

25d ago1:33:04

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In 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 49:48

1M ago49:48

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I 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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The Future of Arts & Culture in California: Keynote Insights from the California Arts & Culture Summit 59:16

1M ago59:16

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"Together we can create a world where arts and culture are recognized and invested in as essential to society, embedded in community life, and intersecting with broader policy change to reshape systems towards equity and justice." - Julie Baker Join us as we kick off our second season, celebrating the vibrant and resilient arts and culture scene th…

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Unlocking Business Growth Through Visual Communication and Creative Storytelling - Natalia Talkowska 45:35

2M ago45:35

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Natalia 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 1:34:31

3M ago1:34:31

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Lauren 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 5:09

3M ago5:09

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In 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 1:41:25

3M ago1:41:25

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Today, 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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Discover the Artist Space Trust: Unlocking the Future of Housing for Creatives! 38:25

3M ago38:25

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"The interesting thing about a Land Trust is that it's a split title, we'll split the title and the land trust will own the land forever. And then we'll either sell or lease the housing or creative space on top of it to artists" - Meg Shiffler Welcome to the finale of our series on affordable housing for the creative workforce, brought to you in pa…

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How to Buy Your Performance Space | CAST & CounterPulse Real Estate Model 1:00:31

4M ago1:00:31

1:00:31

"The resilience that we have to live through booms and busts and pandemics and continue to serve the community, continue to drive foot traffic, continue to create economic opportunities for local people to have jobs and work and express themselves is just incredible. So if you're struggling with a storefront or a vacancy or empty space, just rememb…

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The Reluctant Leader of The Re-Action Collective 1:39:20

5M ago1:39:20

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Today 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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REP-SF’s Citywide People’s Plan for Affordable Housing 32:59

5M ago32:59

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“It's about forcing the city to make sure that they build affordable housing. And there's lots of, programs that we have in the Citywide People's Plan that can make, huge steps towards, building affordable housing” - Dyan Ruiz This episode is part of our ongoing Special Series on How the Arts and Culture sector is coming back from the covid 19 pand…

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An Existential Conversation with ChatGPT 1:10:37

5M ago1:10:37

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In 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 1:02:28

6M ago1:02:28

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Until 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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Proposition E, 2018 & Arts Impact Endowment Update & Discussion & Grants For The Arts 1:16:20

6M ago1:16:20

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"I think the action and the continuity of the coalition from Prop S to Prop E went from 40 organizations to 140 organizations. That was something that was huge” - Vin Seaman In this seventh episode of our series focusing on the arts and culture sector's recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, we bring you highlights from the Co-Production of Arts For …

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Caroline Arditti - Sunshine Maker's Seven Minutes of Soundbites 8:18

6M ago8:18

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Caroline 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 1:19:00

6M ago1:19:00

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In 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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How Do Community Based Arts Orgs Secure Sustainable Funding? 1:13:07

7M ago1:13:07

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“Bringing the scale of human life to the community again so that we can kind of start seeing our humanity and our everyday Experiences” - Melissa Abercrombie This episode is from our November 4th 2023 live event co-production with the Petaluma Arts Center, our broadcast partners KPCA 103.3fm and Petaluma Community Access TV and BAVC Media. This spe…

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Meredith Winner - Paint the Void & Lyzette Wanzer - Author of Trauma, Tresses & Truth 33:00

8M ago33:00

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“I think really being open minded and also really trusting artists is a really big, important factor because. Artists know what they're doing, at least when it comes to making the artwork, that's why people hire them and allow them to have the most creative freedom as possible, really. Usually allows the project to be as best as it can be or as goo…

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Fernando Pujals & Rachel Osajima- How their using the Arts for Economic & Community Development 29:33

8M ago29:33

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"So of course, the pandemic was a struggle for all of us, and so we all know the arts organizations are the first to close and last open, especially the performing arts are really still struggling" - Rachel Osajima This episode is the long form of our one-on-one interview with Fernando Pujals, the Deputy Director of the Mid-Market Business Associat…

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Regional Economic Recovery Through the Arts 59:52

8M ago59:52

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"There's been a lot of talk about, how do you make this sustainable, and there's not one answer, but one piece that is core to that, is really galvanizing and cementing around this notion that arts and culture is already right here and we need to lean into it and value it and uplift it. And in that way it won't be able to be ignored'“ - Fernando Pu…

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Revisiting Artists’ Housing Solutions 50:02

9M ago50:02

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"So looking at how do we build an ecology where affordable housing isn't just a place you stay, it's a place you stay and work and build a business and raise a family and, you know, build the economic resources,for the next step. " - Josh Simon This episode is part of our special series on how the arts and culture sector is coming back from the Cov…

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Nonflict - Stephen Hecht And The Path to Peace, Rejecting Violence for Our Shared Humanity 50:44

9M ago50:44

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This 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 9:29

9M ago9:29

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TLDR 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 1:22:23

10M ago1:22:23

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This 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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Ralph Remington of San Francisco Arts Commission - Interview at Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit 8:24

10M ago8:24

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“One of the things that I, would say to this community coming from a repressed community is let’s turn to each other, not on each other. Let’s bond together, and find our commonality, not our differences. Because the enemy, I’ve seen the enemy in Arizona, and it is not us. So when we have small differences with each other, let’s recognize them for …

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Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit – “Economic Recovery in the Arts: Regaining Patrons and Artistic Engagement” Ep 3 53:26

11M ago53:26

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"It's all about partnering artists with small businesses to create site specific installations and that way create more exposure both for the business and for the artists and also to revitalize those corridors" - Vanessa Wilson This is our second episode from the co-production with Arts for a Better Bay Area of the re-launch of the State of the Art…

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Maria Jensen of SOMARTS Cultural Center - Interview at Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit 14:13

11M ago14:13

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“This is a time when the art community's creative expertise and skills and talents are being relied upon. And finally, really seen as major contributors to the local economy.” – Maria Jensen This interview with Maria Jensen is part of our co-production with Arts for a Better Bay Area of the re-launch of the State of the Arts Summit on June 28th, 20…

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Ashley Usiskin: Learning To Help Ourselves By Helping Each Other 1:08:21

11M ago1:08:21

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How 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 4:08

11M ago4:08

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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. 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 5:11

11M ago5:11

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In 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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Jonathan Moscone Interview at Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit 7:51

11M ago7:51

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"A clean city is not what San Francisco is. San Francisco is a messy city. It’s politically messy, it’s diverse. It fights amongst itself. It is San Francisco and it’s never not gonna be. So, let’s lean into the right kind of messy of San Francisco and artists can get messy. So, let’s get messy." — Jonathan Moscone, Executive Director,California Ar…

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Dr. Morgaine Gaye On Eating Insects 4:31

11M ago4:31

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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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Morgaine Gaye - Innovations In Food Waste 4:26

11M ago4:26

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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 4:12

11M ago4:12

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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 Why Smell Makes Us Buy What We Don't Wan…

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Dave Birss - Seven Minutes on Effective Use of AI Using Prompt Frameworks 8:39

12M ago8:39

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TLDR If you just want the top AI tips and techniques from Prompt Engineering Expert Dave Birss then here are 7 minutes of soundbites to spark some inspiration. If you have time then do check out the whole episode as Dave has a wealth of knowledge that may well challenge how you currently view AI innovations. Now my ask of you, If you're enjoying th…

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Dave Birss - Supercharging Our Creative Potential Through Effective Use Of AI 1:02:29

12M ago1:02:29

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My guest this week is Dave Birss, With over 30 years of experience in creativity, technology, and innovation Dave has become a highly respected and sought-after public speaker and trainer of creative minds. Dave has taken everything he has learned over the past three decades to become a polymath who shares insights into the worlds of creativity, in…

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Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit - Opening & Keynotes Ep 2 52:06

12M ago52:06

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“This is a time when the art community's creative expertise and skills and talents are being relied upon. And finally, really seen as major contributors to the local economy.” – Maria Jensen This is our first episode from the co-production with Arts for a Better Bay Area of the re-launch of the State of the Arts Summit on June 28th, 2023 . This epi…

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Global Green Economy Index Creator Jeremy Tamanini - Seven Minutes of Soundbites 8:53

12M ago8:53

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If you’re short in time but interested in the climate and sustainability challenges we face then here are seven minutes of sound bites from Jeremy Tamanini, founder of Dual Citizen and creator of the Global Green Economy Index™ (GGEI) If you do have the time, you’re on a run cycle or a drive, then do check out the full episode Jeremy’s doing vital …

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Jeremy Tamanini - Using Storytelling and Data to Accelerate More Sustainable Future 1:30:41

12M ago1:30:41

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Jeremy Tamanini is founder of Dual Citizen and creator of the Global Green Economy Index™ (GGEI). For the past decade, Jeremy has collaborated on projects with governments, businesses, and international organizations at the intersection of data and sustainability. He has worked in over 30 markets, ranging from the government of Denmark to an NGO in…

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Jon Alexander - The Citizen Story in 7 Minutes 9:26

12M ago9:26

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My guest this week is Jon Alexander, the author of "CITIZENS: Why the Key to Fixing Everything is All of Us," and the co-founder of the New Citizenship Project; a strategy and innovation consultancy with a mission to catalyze a shift to a more participatory, citizen-led society and driven by a belief that, given the right opportunity, people can an…

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Jon Alexander - From Consumers to Citizens; Unlocking The Power of Citizen-Led Change 1:21:14

12M ago1:21:14

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My guest this week is Jon Alexander, the author of "CITIZENS: Why the Key to Fixing Everything is All of Us," and the co-founder of the New Citizenship Project; a strategy and innovation consultancy with a mission to catalyze a shift to a more participatory, citizen-led society and driven by a belief that, given the right opportunity, people can an…

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Chasing Chasing Amy - The Story of Sav Rodgers Feature Doc 1:06:41

1y ago1:06:41

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This week, I have the pleasure of revisiting my 2021 interview with the talented filmmaker Sav Rodgers as he unveils his latest documentary, "Chasing Chasing Amy," at the esteemed Tribeca Film Festival. Sav's work is not merely a coming-of-age narrative, but it also offers an introspective journey of his process of reconciling with his identity. He…

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Making Every Moment Count: A Tribute to My Mother 3:25

1y ago3:25

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This week, I share a reflection. At JFK, using Descript's AI for an overdub of my voice, I embark on a journey of farewell to my beloved Mother. Her life stretched across 92 cherished years. Although gone, her wisdom resonates within me. Her passing starkly reveals time's relentless march, and how quickly life's sands slip away. Roman philosopher S…

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Exploring AI Ethics and the Future of Humanity: An Interview with John C Havens 51:24

1y ago51:24

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This week in light of the ongoing debates and discussion over the impact of Generative AI on work, society, and humanity I am publishing a re-edit of an interview from 2019 with John C Havens, the Executive Director of The IEEE Global Initiative on AI Ethics and their Sustainability Practice Lead John is a highly respected thought leader on artific…

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Omar Freilla Another Seven Minutes Of Soundbites 8:56

1y ago8:56

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TL:DR If you're short on time, here are seven minutes of soundbites from Omar Friella - the Bronx-based social entrepreneur, movement builder, and founder of Collective Diaspora, the growing global community of Black cooperatives & Black-led cooperative support organizations. If you do have the time, on a run, cycle, or drive, check out the full ep…

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Omar Freilla Collective Diaspora Founder - In Seven Minutes 7:21

1y ago7:21

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TL:DR If you're short on time, here are seven minutes of soundbites from Omar Friella - the Bronx-based social entrepreneur, movement builder, and founder of Collective Diaspora, the growing global community of Black cooperatives & Black-led cooperative support organizations. If you do have the time, on a run, cycle, or drive, check out the full ep…

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