Best We Are Reach Ltd Podcasts (2024)

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Hathras tragedy turns focus on safety emergency planning at religious gatherings 8:11

16h ago8:11

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The Hathras stampede, which claimed 121 lives has brought into focus again the lack of safety measures at religious gatherings. A study showed that between 2001 and 2014 more than 2,421 people died in over 3,000 stampedes in India, most of them at religious events. Another said that 79% of all stampedes in India occur at places of worship. Several …

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When Music Finds You - Calin Blendea - Vocal Coach - Music Therapist - Singer/Songwriter and Founder of CASBI - Season 5 - #226 36:51

5d ago36:51

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? In a captivating podcast episode, Savia Rocks engages in a compelling conversation with Calin Blendea, a multi-talented individual known for his roles as a vocal coach, music therapist, singer/songwriter, and the founder of CASBI. The episode delves into various facets of Calin's life and career, offering val…

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Star Trek V: The Final Frontier 1:13:37

6d ago1:13:37

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Not content with the leading role in every Star Trek thing ever, William Shatner takes a seat in both the captain's and the director's chair for Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. So how will Shatner's Trek directorial debut compare to what's come before? If you guessed 'More unicorns, Uhura takes her clothes off, and Spock shoots God in the face?' -…

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NEET disaster underscores all that’s wrong with India’s entrance exam system 9:19

8d ago9:19

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The latest controversy over the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET, shows how broken India’s entrance exam system is. Paper leaks and corruption are common, calling into question the effectiveness of the process and where it leaves aspirants. So routine is the leak of papers and release of incorrect results that they ha…

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History Is Your Power - Selena Carty - Cultural & Ancestral Consultant & Historian - Season 5 - #225 1:07:54

12d ago1:07:54

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? How does one's upbringing in a vibrant yet challenging environment shape their identity? This is precisely what we uncover with the incredible Selena Carty, a cultural and ancestral consultant and global African military historian. Growing up in Brixton during the 80s as the eldest sibling in a Windrush gener…

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Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home 1:25:59

13d ago1:25:59

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Join Rob, Nath, and Dave as they discuss this week’s film, Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. The reunited crew of the Enterprise travel back in time to THE PRESENT to find a pair of whales in this, the actual best Star Trek movie so far. Probably. Join us on a time travel adventure full of insanely quotable lines, environmental anxiety, and all the so…

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What lies beneath the tussle over Birsa Munda’s legacy? 11:30

15d ago11:30

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Birsa Munda, the legendary tribal rebel who died more than 120 years ago, is at the center of a heated political battle. Sangh Parivar outfits are using his memory to co-opt Adivasi identities into the saffron fold while demanding that tribals who have converted to ‘non-indigenous’ religions, such as Christianity, be excluded from the Scheduled Tri…

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Work is Funny 1:15:30

16d ago1:15:30

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Fiona Bradley recorded on 23/05/2024 Fiona Bradley is the Founder & Director of FB Comms, a social media content agency named Start-Up of the Year 2024 at the EU Content Awards. Having created content and run campaigns for the likes of the NHS, Rolex, Coca-Cola, and growing many start-ups, Fiona was named Digital Agency Owner of the Year 2023. Alon…

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‘$5.8 bn in impact investing last year, 40% growth over 3 years’ 31:46

18d ago31:46

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Impact investing, which aims to achieve positive social or environmental results alongside financial returns, is considered a big opportunity in India. Impact funds usually earn a market rate of return, which flies in the face of the belief that investing in social or environmental priorities is important but not profitable. Avishek Gupta, MD and C…

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Life Can Be Political - Sheun David Onamusi - Founder of StillDapper UK and Imole Digital Wellbeing Ltd - Season 5 - #224 59:16

19d ago59:16

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? In this episode of the 'Us People' podcast, host Savia Rocks talks with Sheun David Onamusi, the founder of StillDapper UK and Imole Digital Wellbeing Ltd. They discuss Sheun's inspiring journey from Nigeria to the UK, the impact of his upbringing, his spiritual beliefs, and his views on leadership, disciplin…

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Star Trek III: The Search For Spock 1:20:33

20d ago1:20:33

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Join Rob, Nath, and Dave as they discuss this week’s film, Star Trek III: The Search For Spock. As the 10-tonne clues dropped at the end of Khan suggested, there’s a chance our favourite Vulcan isn’t dead. NO ONE IS MORE SHOCKED THAN US. Picking up immediately after the events of the previous film, and including hammy Klingons, weird alien hand sex…

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Why do exit polls get it wrong so often? 7:54

22d ago7:54

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There are several structural problems with the way exit polls are conducted in India – from inadequate sample sizes to the blending of irrelevant historical data into the projection, an improper understanding of the demographics, voters withholding their true choices from researchers and many more. Also, inadequate budgets mean pollsters cut corner…

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Work Should Set You Free 1:27:29

24d ago1:27:29

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Reinhard Huss (UBI Lab Leeds) recorded on 22/01/2024 Check out Work is Pushing Boundaries for Reinhard's Working Hours episode. This bonus episode focuses specifically on Reinhard's knowledge of UBI (Universal Basic Income) and his involvement with UBI Lab Leeds. Reinhard’s master’s thesis was on ‘Economic Justice for Sustainable Health’. His thesi…

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Work for Peace and Plan with Kindness 1:21:12

24d ago1:21:12

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Dan Robinson recorded on 31/01/2024 I’ll quote Dan’s email response to being asked about some blurb (I cleared it with him): “Argh do I have to talk about myself in the third person?!! What about this... Dan Robinson is a community organiser with a background in tech, sustainability and environmental action. A leader with infectious enthusiasm, he …

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Embracing Life's Unpredictability - Louise Hamlin – Author - Season 5 - #223 39:20

26d ago39:20

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? In this episode of the Us People Podcast, host Savia Rocks engages in an enlightening conversation with author Louise Hamlin, known for her book 'WhatsApps from Heaven'. They discuss themes of bereavement, personal growth, and embracing life's unpredictabilities. Louise shares her personal journey through gri…

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Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan 1:19:32

27d ago1:19:32

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Join the Redshirt Cinema Club as we discuss this week's film - Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan. Star Trek: The Motion Picture might have been slightly rubbish but, powered by the love of the fans, it earned enough money to defy critics and turn a profit. And so Paramount greenlit a sequel - Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan. What will Rob make of thi…

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India’s roads are among the most unsafe in the world, so how do we change that? 8:27

29d ago8:27

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The data shows that India’s roads are among the most unsafe in the world. In 2022, more than 4.6 lakh accidents were reported in which 1.68 lakh people lost their lives and nearly 4 lakh were injured. The impact of accidents is felt well beyond the tragedy itself – the economic loss alone is equivalent to 3.18% of the GDP, or Rs 8.17 lakh crore in …

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Work is Pushing Boundaries 1:45:32

1M ago1:45:32

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Recorded on 27/02/24 Reinhard Huss studied medicine in Bonn and Nottingham. He worked in the NHS as a clinical doctor and researcher for four years including two years in Leeds. He was a senior teaching fellow at the Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development at the University of Leeds between 2005 and 2019. He was the programme leade…

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Money or Happiness - Mehdi Akbary - Humanitarian, Author and the founder of OWDA - Season 5 - #222 59:21

1M ago59:21

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Mehdi Akbary - Humanitarian, Author, and Founder of OWDA In this episode of the Us People Podcast, host Savia Rocks interviews Mehdi Akbary, a humanitarian, author, and founder of OWDA. Mehdi shares his inspiring journey from growing up in an isolated village in Afghanistan to overcoming physical challenges a…

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Star Trek: The Motion Picture 1:10:46

1M ago1:10:46

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It’s December 1979 and, after a decade of hoping, waiting, and campaigning, your favourite science-fiction series - perhaps the most influential of all time - is finally making a triumphant comeback on the big screen. Star Trek: The Motion Picture is here. What will Rob make of his first ever Star Trek film? To find out, our three hosts discuss Sta…

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Welcome To Redshirt Cinema Club 1:14:13

1M ago1:14:13

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In the very first episode of Redshirt Cinema Club, hosts Dave and Nath explain why it’s so baffling to them that Rob has never seen Star Trek and what they plan to do about it (spoilers: it’s to make a podcast about watching Star Trek). We quiz Rob to gauge his starting level of Trek knowledge, and then give him the chance to talk about his favouri…

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Can digital lending become the norm? 5:57

1M ago5:57

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It is estimated that India’s digital lending market will grow to an astounding $515 billion by 2030. While there are serious challenges such as data privacy and predatory practices, the RBI has stepped in to protect consumers. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.By Ideabrew Studios

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What is Redshirt Cinema Club? 1:10

1M ago1:10

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We are very excited to welcome you to Redshirt Cinema Club, a new podcast from the creative team behind the award-winning YouTube channel, PlayStation Access. Hosts Dave, Nath, and Rob have been working together for over ten years, sharing a love of games, films, and science fiction. Except somehow, Rob has never seen Star Trek... To correct this (…

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Work is Brilliant 1:35:48

1M ago1:35:48

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Laurra Davis recorded on 07/05/2024 Laurra Davis is the founder and creative director of Leeds-based social media agency, Brilliant. They manage social media accounts for some of the UK’s best food and drink brands and celebrate their 13th year in business this month. At Brilliant Laurra oversees the creative output of the agency, and has a strong …

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'From blood donation to transfusion, the entire chain is full of gaps' 38:20

1M ago38:20

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An estimated 12,000 Indians die every day due to blood shortage. What’s more, access to safe blood is not a given in the country. As we observe Blood Donor Day on June 14, India has a great gap to bridge when it comes to blood safety and supply. Anubha Taneja Mukherjee, Member Secretary of the Thalassemia Patient Advocacy Group and a respected voic…

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The Loneliness of the Journey - Marlon Palmer - Director of Kush Films - Season 5 - #221 1:08:42

1M ago1:08:42

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? In this episode of the Us People Show, host Savia Rocks dives deep into the world of film with Marlon Palmer, CEO, managing director, and founder of Kush Films. Palmer shares his journey from his early days in North London, navigating the challenges of life, to becoming a pioneer in the film industry. He disc…

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Workplace burnout has reached epidemic levels 4:37

1M ago4:37

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A new survey shows that India tops the world in workplace burnout, with 59% of respondents reporting symptoms. While a range of factors – from the competitive job market to urban stress – can be blamed, burnout can have worrying physical and emotional impacts. The social stigma around mental health doesn’t help either. Focusing on work-life balance…

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Work is SAASy 2:33:32

2M ago2:33:32

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Jamie Taylor recorded on 05/02/2024 Jamie Taylor is a distinguished technologist and visionary leader, boasting over a decade of software development expertise. As the Managing Director at RJJ Software in Leeds, Jamie clinched the 'Most Visionary Software Development Managing Director' award in 2023. Recognized as a Microsoft MVP, Jamie, among a se…

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Undefined With Purpose - Joshua Singh - Release Manager at AWAL - Season 5 - #220 1:15:44

2M ago1:15:44

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Joshua Singh - Finding Authenticity and Empowerment in the Music Industry Savia Rocks dives into an insightful conversation with Joshua Singh, Release Manager, musician, and a beacon of creativity and authenticity within the music industry. This episode of the Us People podcast, hosted by Savia Rocks, navigat…

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Disparity report underscores gender pay gap in India 5:51

2M ago5:51

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India rose eight places to 127 out of 146 countries in the World Economic Forum Global Gender Gap Report 2023. But it’s still worse off than even Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bhutan at 103. Among the many factors pulling India down, from educational attainment to political empowerment, is the gender pay gap. Please listen to the latest episode …

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Work Opens and Closes Doors 1:59:49

2M ago1:59:49

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Luke Pierce recorded on 08/01/2024 Luke Pierce has been running his family business Abi Doors for the last 10 or so years. Leaving a life of sound engineering on television and shows ‘down south’ behind him to do so. Abi Doors is the North’s leading supplier of garage doors, doors and awnings With over 40 years of experience, Abi Doors has establis…

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Embrace Culture - Maria Morgan - Social Worker - Youth Worker - Child Counsellor - Mentor - Coach - Parenting Trainer - Season 5 - #219 58:16

2M ago58:16

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Dive into a transformative episode of the Us People Show with host Savia Rocks as she delves deep into the life and insights of Maria Morgan, a multifaceted social worker, mentor, author, and community advocate. This episode explores Maria's journey from overcoming personal and educational challenges to embra…

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What generic drugs mean to India 6:12

2M ago6:12

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Generic drugs are a great way of making healthcare more affordable to those who really need it. They are becoming increasingly popular and seem to have strong government backing. However, doctors claim that they being arm-twisted into prescribing them even when there are questions about their quality endangering patient safety. Please listen to the…

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‘Being born a Hindu, I have a responsibility to tell the story of Muslims’ 1:06:06

2M ago1:06:06

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I came across a musical Daastangoi performance, ‘Jo Dooba So Paar’, by chance. And it showed me how the arts can bring people together. It’s much needed, especially in these times of great social fissures. The show embodied the message of harmony that the intertwined lives of Nizamuddin Auliya and Amir Khusrau delivered and reminded us that communi…

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"The Art of Second Chances" - Tazro & Trance - Group: Rebels - Us People Podcast - Season 5 - #218 1:06:10

2M ago1:06:10

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? This episode of the Us People Podcast features hosts Savia Rocks, along with guests Tazro and Trance from the music group Rebels. The conversation dives deep into topics of personal growth, the transformative power of music, and the life-changing experiences that shaped the guests into the people and artists …

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Women tourists don’t feel safe in India; why we need to change that 7:59

2M ago7:59

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The recent gangrape of a Brazilian tourist in Jharkhand underscores why India suffers from a serious perception problem. Several foreign governments have issued advisories to women tourists asking them to be careful while travelling in India. Tourism industry leaders have also demanded greater safety measures. As women travellers leave scathing rev…

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Unexpected Change of Truth - Laura Mottola - Actor, Writer, Filmmaker - Season 5 - #217 1:09:26

2M ago1:09:26

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Empowerment, Creativity, and Diversity with Laura Mottola on the Us People Podcast In this enlightening episode of the Us People Podcast, host Savia Rocks sits down with the multi-talented Laura Mottola, an actor, writer, and filmmaker with a rich story to tell. Laura shares her inspiring journey from a small…

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Ages behind, India finally enters the race for lithium 5:07

2M ago5:07

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India is a late starter in the quest for lithium as it transitions towards new-age energy. It has picked up five lithium blocks for mining in Argentina and is looking for more across the world. If it has to reduce its dependence on China for lithium and to catch up with it, India will need to pick up pace not just in mining but also processing of t…

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Work Makes Strangers Friends 1:32:45

2M ago1:32:45

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Rachel Surtees recorded on 15/01/2024 Rachel Surtees originally trained as a holistic therapist, growing and evolving her practice from there, she has worked with people therapeutically for over eighteen years now, including for the last six years working psychotherapeutically as a Relational Integrative Therapist. Through her work and experiences …

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Listen To The Truth - Denise Brown - Founder of 4Young Minds & Public Speaker - Season 5 - #216 59:57

3M ago59:57

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Listen To The Truth: An In-depth Conversation This podcast episode from the Us People Podcast, hosted by Savia rocks, features an in-depth conversation with Denise Brown, Founder of 4YoungMinds & Public Speaker, focused on empowering mental health and embracing creativity through diversity. Denise Brown share…

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Income inequality worse now than during the Raj 6:35

3M ago6:35

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The top 1% of Indians earns 22.6% of the national income and holds 40.1% of the wealth. This inequality is among the worst in the world, finds a recent study. This ‘Billionaire Raj’ has been pronounced since Narendra Modi came to power, the report said, and is founded on “an authoritarian government with centralisation of decision-making power, cou…

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Work is Patterns 1:16:01

3M ago1:16:01

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SUBSCRIBE TO WORKING HOURS YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@workinghourspodcast4618 Charlotte Raffo recorded on 23/01/2024 Charlotte Raffo has lived in Leeds since 1997. Her award winning business The Monkey Puzzle Tree collaborates with Yorkshire artists to create locally made fabrics and wallpapers with a twist and a conscience. Cha…

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‘Great opportunity for urban startups to partner with rural micro-entrepreneurs’ 26:26

3M ago26:26

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Micro-entrepreneurship can be one of the solutions to poverty and a means of sustainable income generation in developing countries like India. Central and state governments have launched several programmes to aid micro-entrepreneurship but has enough been done and what more is needed to raise income and employment levels, especially in rural India?…

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Navigating Life's Challenges with Resilience - Dr. Deborah Olusa, CEO of Reocomm Group Holdings Corp - Season 5 - #215 1:00:32

3M ago1:00:32

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Empowering Creativity through Diversity and Overcoming Obstacles: A Conversation with Dr. Deborah Olusa In this particular episode, host Savia Rocks interviews Dr. Deborah Olusa, an international speaker, bestselling author, entrepreneur, cancer advocate, global thought and educational leader. Dr. Deborah Olu…

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How a widening Middle East conflict would affect India 7:30

3M ago7:30

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If the Iran-Israel conflagration expands into a regional conflict, it would affect India on multiple levels – from energy security to input costs of various industries, inflation and stock prices, not to mention strategic interests. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.By Ideabrew Studios

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We Change Society - Ed Accura - Producer of the Blacks Can't Swim film documentaries and Cofounder of the Black Swimming Association - Season 5 - #214 59:58

3M ago59:58

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? In this episode of the Us People Podcast, I get to speak to my friend Ed Accura. Ed is the producer of Black Can't Swim, a film documentary and the co-founder of the Blacks Swimming Association. In this episode of the show, Ed and I get to speak about: **His background, where he grew up **What influenced him …

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The rise and rise of cancer in India 8:07

3M ago8:07

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A recent report warns that India is on its way to becoming the “cancer capital of the world”. While tobacco and alcohol abuse remain among the major drivers, artificial preservatives, junk food, cellphone towers, food adulteration and exposure to pollutants are leading causes too. The solution spans not just more screening facilities but also great…

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Your Loss Your Gain - Mr. Chib Nwokonkor - CEO of Zanshuri Ltd - Season 5 - #213 1:06:18

3M ago1:06:18

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Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? In this compelling episode of the "Us People Podcast," it is my distinct honour to introduce Mr. Chib Nwokonkor: a distinguished Scientist, Engineer, Polymath, and Entrepreneur. With a wealth of over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, Chib has made a global impact, consulting worldwide and spe…

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What is the Indus Waters Treaty and why does it matter? 8:04

3M ago8:04

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Signed in 1960, the Indus Waters Treaty gives India control over the Ravi, Sutlej and Beas rivers, while Pakistan manages the Indus, Jhelum and Chenab. Now, as populations burgeon and climate control wreaks havoc on water resources, India says the treaty must be renegotiated. The Indus Basin aquifer is the second-most stressed in the world but on i…

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Leeds is Work 1:12:47

3M ago1:12:47

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SUBSCRIBE TO THE WORKING HOURS PODCAST YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@workinghourspodcast4618 Recorded on 17/01/2024 Bryan Walters works in an office in Leeds 4 days a week doing admin. On Wednesdays he works on Geography Juice, his YouTube channel about Leeds History and Geography. Bryan went to Christ Church Upper Armley Primary, …

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