Best Sinead Burke Podcasts (2024)

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The Future of Inclusive Fashion With Sinéad Burke 27:01

1d ago27:01

27:01

Sinéad Burke, CEO and founder of Tilting The Lens, an accessibility consultancy firm joins WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi to discuss the future of inclusivity in fashion. Sinéad describes herself as a little person, she is 3”5 and has achondroplasia. Since her teens, she’s been on a mission to work towards change and inclusivity for disabled people. Sinead …

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Doing Business with Avatars 21:18

16d ago21:18

21:18

Hello and welcome to the fortnightly podcast about macro societal shifts, exploring what they mean for all of us and how they will affect our Lives of Tomorrow. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Direct-to-Avatar (D2A) economy. At WGSN we define D2A as a new retail model, similar to direct-to-consumer, that allows brands to sidestep supp…

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How To Prepare Your Brand For The Future 20:42

29d ago20:42

20:42

What are the most important things for brands to consider when looking into the future? In this episode, we share WGNS’s insights into all the things you should roll out to ensure your business is future-proof. Cultural Strategist and Foresight Lead at WGSN Martina Rocca tells WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi some of the key ways companies can prepare for une…

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How Brands Can Make us Happy, with Bestselling Author and Happiness Expert Gretchen Rubin 21:53

1M ago21:53

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Hello and welcome to the fortnightly podcast about macro societal shifts, exploring what they mean for all of us and how they will affect our Lives of Tomorrow. What makes you happy? This episode focuses on the huge importance of this emotion for us all, now and in the future. WGSN forecasts a very real need and desire for people to feel joy, parti…

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How to be an Influencer in the Creator Economy, with Mae Karwowski 28:07

2M ago28:07

28:07

Hello and welcome to the fortnightly Lives of Tomorrow podcast about the macro societal shifts, exploring what they mean for all of us and how they will affect our Lives of Tomorrow. In this episode, WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi discusses the future of the creator economy with Mae Karwowski, CEO and founder of Obviously, a technology-led social influencer…

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The Future of Fashion Retail with Jane Shepherdson 29:17

2M ago29:17

29:17

Hello and welcome to the fortnightly Lives of Tomorrow podcast about the macro societal shifts, exploring what they mean for all of us and how they will affect our Lives of Tomorrow. In this episode, WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi discusses the future of fashion with Jane Shepherdson, the founder of clothing resale and rental company MyWardrobeHQ. Jane is w…

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New Kidults on the Block – Why Grown-ups Are Falling in Love with LEGO 27:33

3M ago27:33

27:33

Hello and welcome to the fortnightly Lives of Tomorrow podcast about the macro societal shifts, exploring what they mean for all of us and how they will affect our Lives of Tomorrow. In this episode, we discuss the rise of the kidult. At WGSN, ‘kidults’ are simply put, adults that shop like children. Adults around the world are escaping the polycri…

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Forecasting Glimmers with Psychotherapist Deb Dana 22:35

3M ago22:35

22:35

Hello and welcome to the fortnightly Lives of Tomorrow podcast about the macro societal shifts, exploring what they mean for all of us and how they will affect our Lives of Tomorrow. We are forecasting Glimmers for 2026. If you don’t know what they are, consider them the inspiring, positive antidote to triggers. Glimmers describe micro-moments of j…

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The Future of Ageing with Lyn Slater 28:44

4M ago28:44

28:44

In this episode we discuss ageing. We are all living longer and this is creating consumer shifts, opportunities and imperatives for age-positive products and services. WGSN’s CEO Carla Buzasi welcomes fashion influencer Lyn Slater, aka the accidental icon to talk about life after influencing, the narrative around ageing, the lack of women over 50 r…

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Nocturnal Living: Why the Future is Bright for the Night 24:22

4M ago24:22

24:22

In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow – WGSN’s podcast about how we will live our lives in the future – we discuss nocturnal living. Director of Strategic Forecasting at WGSN, Lisa White, joins Carla Buzasi, CEO of WGSN, to talk about why daytime activities in many regions of the world are shifting to happen at night. Scorching temperatures are push…

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Leadership Insights from a Navy SEAL: Admiral William H. McRaven on Excellence in Military and Corporate Worlds 1:01:55

5M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Admiral William H. McRaven's life lessons extend far beyond his military experience. From the significance of making your bed to the importance of addressing the smallest of problems with great care, Admiral McRaven shares stories and insights that are as applicable in the boardroom as they are in military operations. His celebrated book "Make Your…

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Sex, Porn, and Everything in Between, with Cindy Gallop 27:26

5M ago27:26

27:26

WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi talks about the future of sex, sex tech investment, and how porn is impacting young people with guest Cindy Gallop. Former advertising executive Cindy is the founder of Make Love Not Porn, a user-generated video-sharing platform. A sex-tech pioneer, she aims to build a community to promote positive sexual values through user-g…

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Dr. Miguel Cardona on Skill Development and Educational Equity 30:56

5M ago30:56

30:56

This week Chris is joined by US Secretary for Education Dr. Miguel Cardona. Dr. Cardona tells how his own bicultural roots and his family's journey from Puerto Rico have powered his drive for educational equity and excellence. We discuss the imperative to reimagine our schools as incubators for critical skills. We address the current teacher shorta…

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Dancing into the Future of Luxury with Diana Verde Nieto 25:32

5M ago25:32

25:32

How can luxury brands build a more sustainable future? What does luxury mean in a climate crisis? In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow, WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi discusses the future of luxury exploring ways brands can uphold their social and environmental responsibilities. Joining Carla to explore the evolution of the luxury market is Diana Verde Niet…

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Trends On the Run - Setting the Pace With Apple Fitness+ & Nike Running Guru 22:46

6M ago22:46

22:46

In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow, WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi speaks to Apple Fitness+ Trainer Cory Wharton-Malcolm about running. We’ve been tracking the boom in outdoor lifestyles since 2015, and in this episode we throw the spotlight on arguably the most accessible form of exercise. We discuss the future of running, the importance of different run…

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Top Trends for 2024 - From the Multi-Species Home to Meals as Drinks 19:04

6M ago19:04

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Will the robots take over? How will brands tackle sustainability? And what will become our favourite tipple in 2024? Tune in to get the answers as we discover just some of the trends WGSN is forecasting for the coming year. Join Carla Buzasi, CEO of WGSN and the host of this end-of-the-year episode with her fellow WGSN guests Andrea Bell, VP of Con…

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"I Hate CEOs That Moan": Forecasting Success with WGSN’s CEO Carla Buzasi 19:04

6M ago19:04

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Normally Carla Buzasi the CEO of WGSN asks the questions in the Lives of Tomorrow podcasts. But in this special end of the year episode we turn things around and put Carla in the hot seat and ask her the questions she normally asks her guests. So listen in and find out what makes her tick, what drives her in her role as CEO of WGSN and what she thi…

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Ellen McGirt: Amplifying Diversity and the Impact of AI on Journalism 31:26

7M ago31:26

31:26

Get set for an enlightening conversation with the incredibly talented Ellen McGirt, editor-in-chief of Design Observer. From selling Avon products at a tender age of eleven to pioneering the race and inclusive leadership beat at Fortune, Ellen's journey is nothing short of inspiring. We draw from her well of wisdom as she shares her relentless effo…

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This is Not Just Trend Forecasting... It's 25 Years of WGSN x Marks & Spencer 24:01

7M ago24:01

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Let’s be honest, trend forecasting is a really unique industry. We've been global leaders in this space for 25 years, and because it’s our birthday, we’re making some noise about it. We compile and analyse information for brands to use to help them make informed decisions about the future of their business and the products they should create, whate…

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Ending Loneliness for the Elderly with AI 25:28

7M ago25:28

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In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow, Dor Skuler, CEO and co-founder of Intuition Robotics, joins WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi to discuss the future of aged care, and how AI can play a part. How much do we think about care for the elderly, and what questions are we asking about how we will care for the elderly in the future? To address this social issue, …

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Exploring Indigenous Representation with Sterlin Harjo 31:49

8M ago31:49

31:49

Ever wondered how a ground-breaking show like Reservation Dogs came to be? Join us as Chris sits down with the extraordinary Oklahoma-based filmmaker Sterlin Harjo, the creator of this revolutionary FX series. Sterlin offers us a glimpse into his personal experiences growing up in Oklahoma that helped shape the narrative of the show, while sharing …

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What Makes a Manager – And Do We Still Need Them? 26:22

8M ago26:22

26:22

Do we respond best to managers or leaders, and what is the difference? CEO of WGSN, Carla Buzasi, talks about the future of management with Sarah Moore, UK head of workforce at PwC – one of the Big Four accounting firms. Sarah explains what it means to be a manager, the fine line between leading and managing, plus what the future holds for manageme…

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How Electric Eels Can Teach Us to Power the Future 23:21

8M ago23:21

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In this episode we explore how systems found in nature can futureproof our lives. WGSN Consumer Tech Editor Matt Zara argues that many solutions to modern problems already exist in plants, animals and other living organisms. Matt recently published a forecast, Intelligence: Biomimicry, which looked at the evolution of designs and production methods…

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Challenging the Status Quo: Sinéad Burke’s Journey of Disability Activism 29:37

8M ago29:37

29:37

What does it mean to create a world that's truly accessible to all? Let's find out together - our guest today is Sinéad Burke, an extraordinary voice in the disability activism space, who is also a writer, academic, and podcaster. Sinéad brings to light the nuanced nature of accessibility, sharing her own lived experiences of exclusion, and how the…

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All You Need is Love – How the Polycrisis is Shifting Our Relationship with Brands 28:11

9M ago28:11

28:11

Martina Rocca, Cultural Strategist and Foresight Lead at WGSN, talks polycrisis, shifting consumer brand relationships and what tomorrow looks like. In this episode, WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi and Martina unpack what a polycrisis is, how it’s impacting our lives and what the future holds for consumer brand relationships. Martina’s forecasts on this topi…

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What does the recent SCOTUS decision mean for DEI&B? 31:13

9M ago31:13

31:13

This week’s guest is Dr. Ella F. Washington, an organizational psychologist, DEI&B expert, and author of the book "The Necessary Journey: Making Real Progress on Equity and Inclusion". Ella is the Founder and CEO of Ellavate Solutions, a Professor of Practice at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business and the Co-host of Gallup's Center…

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Welcome to the Future: Does Social Media Rule the Music Industry? 27:17

9M ago27:17

27:17

In 1979, The Buggles sang Video Killed the Radio Star. If they were to rewrite that hit today, the new title might well be TikTok Killed the Radio Star. On the one hand TikTok and other social media platforms surface music in very short snippets, so a song that lasts around three minutes stands little chance of a full airing. But on the other hand,…

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What are the economic implications of racism? 31:03

9M ago31:03

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In this week’s episode, Chris sits down with Elizabeth Hinton. Elizabeth is an American historian and associate professor of History and African American Studies at Yale University, as well as a Professor of Law at Yale Law School. Her research focuses on the persistence of poverty and racial inequality in the twentieth-century United States. Hinto…

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The Future of Sex, Therapy and Relationships 28:39

10M ago28:39

28:39

In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow, sex and relationship therapist Jordan Dixon joins WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi to talk about AI sex hotels, sexual optimisation and whether there’s a future for marriage. Jordan is a psychosexual and relationship psychotherapist who runs a busy private practice in London, and is also an associate at The Thought House …

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How to Save the Planet with Gaia Vince 25:30

10M ago25:30

25:30

The climate crisis is an existential threat unlike any we have ever faced, but can its consequences also be its solutions? In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow, award-winning science and environment writer Gaia Vince joins WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi to talk about climate change, and climate solutions. Gaia left a career in journalism to undertake a firs…

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Why is AI not an authority on fairness? 32:05

10M ago32:05

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In this week's episode, Chris is joined by the remarkable Hannah Fry. Hannah is a Professor in the Mathematics of Cities at University College London. She is a mathematician, a best-selling author, an award winning science presenter and the host of numerous popular podcasts and television shows. In her day job she uses mathematical models to study …

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Less Sex, More Toys and the Future of Sexual Awareness in Asia 27:31

10M ago27:31

27:31

Why is a sexual revolution happening in Asia-Pacific, and how is it impacting global sexual awareness? In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow, WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi is joined by Debbie Yong, WGSN’s Senior Strategist for Insight in APAC, to find out why. Beyond sexual awareness, Carla and Debbie talk about shifting attitudes towards marriage in the re…

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If AI can replace some jobs, should we? 31:52

11M ago31:52

31:52

In this week’s episode, Chris talks with Missy Cummings, professor and the director of George Mason University's Autonomy and Robotics Center. Missy spent eleven years (1988–1999) as a naval officer and military pilot and was one of the United States Navy's first female fighter pilots, flying an F/A-18 Hornet. In October 2021, the Biden administrat…

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Why do we get happier the older we get? 30:23

11M ago30:23

30:23

In this episode, Chris is joined by writer and comedian Monica Heisey where they cover Monica’s journey as a writer, the power of humor, gender, feminism, and the challenges of living in modern society. Monica was born in Toronto and moved to London in 2010 to study Early Modern Literature. Monica began her writing career in media, contributing to …

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Dissecting the News Portfolio of the Future 29:39

11M ago29:39

29:39

Research by media company The News Movement finds 75% of new information consumed by 18-25 year olds globally is on social media. So, most things this cohort will hear about for the first time in their lives will be on a social platform. Does this idea shock you, or is this the new norm for the long run? In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow, WGSN C…

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Will Gen Z Save the World? 29:09

11M ago29:09

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As Gen Z is maturing, fast approaching a pivotal time in their lives, starting their careers and occupying key positions in society. Their impact on the future of our communities remains a significant question. How will this generation shape society in the years ahead? Additionally, it's essential to explore the thoughts of Gen Z concerning the fut…

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The Truth Dilemma: Trust and Misinformation With the Rise of AI 28:25

12M ago28:25

28:25

In this week’s episode, Cassandra Napoli, Senior Strategist on our Insight team, joins WGSN CEO Carla Busazi to discuss what is real and what is fake online, and how AI is impacting this. In an age where more and more information is AI-created, how do we gauge its authenticity? This inspired Cassandra Napoli to write a forecast on this topic lookin…

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The Future of Death 27:45

1y ago27:45

27:45

From sustainable funerals to death literacy, the pandemic has forced us to look at how we address death as a society. In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow CEO of trend forecasting and consumer insight company WGSN Carla Buzasi and senior strategist Allyson Rees explore the key issues that will shape the ideas, rituals and economy of death in 2023 a…

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Juneteenth Special: Why is the problem with racism saying "the problem is racism"? 26:49

1y ago26:49

26:49

Dr Ibram X. Kendi is the award winning author of 14 National Book Awards for adults and children, including nine New York Times bestsellers—five of which were #1 New York Times bestsellers. Dr. Kendi is the Andrew W. Mellon Professor in the Humanities at Boston University, and the director of the BU Center for Antiracist Research. He is a contribut…

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Why is having fun in a world that despises you a radical act? 30:55

1y ago30:55

30:55

This week's guest is, the inimitable, Ms. Panti Bliss. Panti is considered to be Ireland’s foremost drag queen, “gender discombobulist” and “accidental activist.” Panti was the forerunner in Ireland's ‘Yes’ campaign for marriage equality and in February 2015 she took to the stage of Dublin’s Abbey Theatre to deliver a ten minute speech that was des…

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Are AI Gods and Tiktok Cults the Faiths of the Future? 25:47

1y ago25:47

25:47

This episode of the Lives of Tomorrow podcast looks at how we engage with faith, spirituality and religion. What is religion? What does it mean and how do we engage, if at all? How does it impact us and in 5-10 years what will the landscape of religion look like? In this episode we explore the idea that AI has the power to write its own religious b…

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Best of: What Can Game Design Teach Us About Our Own Reality? 51:16

1y ago51:16

51:16

In this best of episode of Here to Help, Chris speaks to Katie Schmidt, Quality Assurance Engineer at Indeed. Katie will speak about her career in the gaming industry, how it led to a job in QA and the important role language plays in game design. Katie will also speak about Pride month and the importance of iPride in her journey. If you have ever …

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Best of: Why is #mydisabledlife worthy? 43:06

1y ago43:06

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In this week's best of episode of Here to Help, Chris' guest is disability rights and inclusion activist Imani Barbarin. Imani uses her voice and social media platforms to create conversations engaging the disability community. Born with cerebral palsy, Imani often writes and uses her platform to speak from the perspective of a disabled black woman…

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Dad Has The Answer To Everything - Or Does He? 28:07

1y ago28:07

28:07

A conversation about the future of fatherhood with CEO of WGSN Carla Buzasi and US YouTuber Rob Kenney. Rob launched his series ‘Dad, How Do I?’ after struggling dealing with the pain of an absent father. He posts tutorial videos to help other dads fill gaps in their knowledge to teach their kids and now has over 4 million followers. Rob talks abou…

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How can we harness the power of story and narratives for good? 24:06

1y ago24:06

24:06

This week’s guest is Johnson Cheng, a Chinese American writer/director from the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles. A member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA), his films have screened in competition at international festivals such as Tribeca, AFI FEST, and Toronto. Johnson is a recipient of the HBO APA Visionaries Award, the Princess Grace Awa…

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Why is artificial intelligence set to become a human rights issue? 30:50

1y ago30:50

30:50

This week’s guest is Dr Safiya Noble. Dr. Noble is an internet studies scholar and Professor of Gender Studies and African American Studies at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) where she serves as the Faculty Director of the Center on Race & Digital Justice. In her book ‘Algorithms of Oppression’ Safiya explores the ways in which sea…

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How Tattoos & Veganism Can Inspire Brand Growth 25:47

1y ago25:47

25:47

Who would have thought that veganism and tattoos would end up being mainstream? And what will be the next thing that moves from the fringes to the masses? This episode just might give you the answers. Carla Buzasi, CEO of WGSN is joined by award-winning business columnist and brand consultant Helen Edwards to discuss how tomorrow's brand growth wil…

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Best of: Why are self worth and productivity not mutually exclusive? 46:27

1y ago46:27

46:27

In this best of episode, Chris Hyams talks to social psychologist Dr. Devon Price, about his life, work and latest book "Laziness Does Not Exist" that examines the “laziness lie”—which falsely tells us we are not working or learning hard enough. Price's research has appeared in Slate, Business Insider, Financial Times, HuffPost, Psychology Today, a…

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Why does climate change hit marginalized communities harder? 30:53

1y ago30:53

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This week's guest is Julia Hatton, the CEO of Rising Sun. Rising Sun is a non-profit organization that works to create green jobs and provide sustainable energy solutions in underserved communities in California. Under her leadership, Rising Sun has trained over 3,500 individuals in energy efficiency, solar installation, and other green job skills.…

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Scrolling Into the Future With Care 30:42

1y ago30:42

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Have you taken a break from social media due to screentime overload and toxic media? You're not alone. As mental health becomes a priority, social media platforms are stepping up with resources and solutions to promote a "care culture". In this episode, mental health advocate Jorge Alvarez shares his journey and how he's working with platforms like…

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