Narratives of Purpose

Today's episode concludes our coverage of the webinar series of the 2025 International Day Against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work, an event organised by Rezalliance in partnership with FER Geneva, Narratives of Purpose, and Strukturelle.This final conversation comprehensively examines the pervasive issue of workplace burnout, revealing startling statistics that indicate as much as 77% of the workforce is currently experiencing significant levels of burnout. The speaker, Dr. Nicole DeKay, describes the various dimensions of psychological risks associated with workplace environments. She provides insights into the systemic factors contributing to workplace trauma. The discussion elucidates the connection between workplace trauma and broader societal implications, with Nicole highlighting that the ramifications of neglecting employee wellbeing can lead to increased health issues and decreased productivity.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.LINKS:Find out more about the 2025 edition of the International Day Against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work at 24may.orgConnect with our guest Dr. Nicole DeKay: LINKEDIN Learn more about Nicole's work at humanalysts.com Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:21 - Introduction to the International Day against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work02:11 - Designing the Humanalysts Platform04:08 - The Different Types of Workplace Harm12:34 - The Alarming Prevalence of Workplace Traumatic Responses 15:51 - The Impact of Adverse Work Experiences21:58 - The Societal and Organisational Benefits of Employee Wellbeing 23:01 - Practical Advice for Managers

In today's episode, we continue our coverage of the webinar series of the 2025 International Day Against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work, an event organised by Rezalliance in partnership with FER Geneva, Narratives of Purpose, and Strukturelle.This second conversation addresses the intersections of gender, ageism, and workplace dynamics, highlighting the challenges faced by older women in particular. The speaker, Bonnie Low-Kramen, discusses the dual-edged sword of institutional knowledge held by seasoned professionals and the ageist biases that often lead to their dismissal in favour of younger, less experienced employees. The discussion underscores the necessity of ongoing training and development for all employees, regardless of age, to ensure that organisations remain competitive in an ever-evolving technological landscape. Bonnie insists that a commitment to training and inclusivity not only benefits individual employees but also enhances overall organisational performance.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.LINKS:Find out more about the 2025 edition of the International Day Against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work at 24may.orgConnect with our guest Bonnie Low-Kramen: LINKEDIN Learn more about Bonnie's work at bonnielowkramen.comFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:28 - Introduction to the International Day against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work02:08 - Workplace Harassment and Discrimination06:39 - Navigating Ageism in the Modern Workforce12:36 - Investing in People: The Key to Future Competitiveness

Welcome to our three-part episode covering the webinar series of the 2025 International Day Against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work, an event organised by Rezalliance in partnership with FER Geneva, Narratives of Purpose, and Strukturelle.This first episode delves into the intricate relationship between workplace harassment, mental health, and organisational culture. The speakers, Dr. Makiko Kuramoto and Dr. Jennifer Fraser, engage in a profound exploration of how systemic issues within corporate environments contribute to the normalisation of bullying and harassment. They argue that such behaviours often symptomatic of deeper cultural flaws, including rigid hierarchies and a lack of accountability. The discussion highlights the neurobiological consequences of harassment, stating that such knowledge is essential for fostering healthier workplaces. Both experts stress the importance of leadership in modeling appropriate behaviour and establishing a culture of safety, respect, and open communication, thereby not only preventing harassment but also enhancing overall organisational performance. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.LINKS:Find out more about the 2025 edition of the International Day Against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work at 24may.orgConnect with our guest Dr. Makiko Kuramoto: LINKEDINLearn more about Makiko's consulting company FUMI Consulting at fumiconsulting.co.jpConnect with our guest Dr. Jennifer Fraser: LINKEDIN Learn more about Jennifer's book "The Bullied Brain" at bulliedbrain.comFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:18 - Introduction to the International Day against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work03:10 - The Impact of Workplace Harassment on Mental Health07:58 - The Long-Term Effects of Workplace Bullying on The Brain16:41 - Training on Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Awareness as Practical Solutions to Prevent Harassment20:04 - Educating on the Dark Triad as Practical Solution to Prevent Harassment22:45 - Concluding Remarks: The

In today's episode, we conclude our “episode swap” series with an episode from the Labyrinth of the First Gen podcast hosted by Weyu Shameka. Weyu engages with first-generation individuals around the globe on her podcast, sharing their transformative journeys of natural-born pioneers.In this bilingual English and Spanish interview, Weyu speaks with Fidel a committed community activist from the Yungas region of Bolivia, who operates a radio station that plays a pivotal role in amplifying the voices of his community and advocating for their rights. Fidel's work exemplifies the transformative power of media in fostering social change. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.LINKS:Follow the Labyrinth of the First Gen podcast at https://www.labyrinthfirstgen.comFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:14 - Introduction to New Voices01:26 - Introducing Fidel and His Impact on the Yungas Community10:10 - The Importance of Afro Bolivian Culture18:21 - The Pivotal Role of Fidel's Radio22:06 - Reflections on Activism and Community Work

In today's episode, we are continuing our “episode swap” series with an episode from the Global Health Pursuit podcast hosted by engineer turned social impact storyteller, Hetal Baman.On her podcast, Hetal tackles tough questions from the vast field of global health with a beginner's mindset. In this interview, Hetal speaks with Sona Shah the co-founder of Neopenda. Neopenda's mission is to develop affordable medical devices addressing neonatal mortality, which are tailored to the unique constraints of underserved healthcare environments in low and middle-income countries.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. LINKS:Learn more about Sona Shah's company Neopenda at neopenda.comConnect with the Global Health Pursuit podcast at https://www.globalhealthpursuit.comFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:08 - Introducing New Voices04:47 - The Journey to Neopenda12:27 - Addressing Healthcare Inequities18:00 - Becoming an Entrepreneur31:03 - The Product Market Fit Journey and Growing Neopenda's Team36:24 - Navigating Challenges During COVID-19 and Restructuring Neopenda44:19 - Advice From a Startup Entrepreneur

Welcome back to a very special series of Narratives of Purpose. We will be doing things a little differently throughout this month in order to showcase even more unique stories of changemakers of people who are contributing to make a difference in society. Our goal is simple: To amplify social impact by sharing individual journeys of ordinary people who are making an extraordinary impact within their communities and around the world.This episode features the Made For Us podcast which is hosted by Tosin Sulaiman. Made For Us is an award-winning podcast exploring the intersection of innovation and inclusion.In this interview, Tosin speaks with Tina Singh the founder of Bold Helmets, who has created the first safety-certified multi-sport helmet designed specifically for Sikh children who maintain uncut hair due to their faith. While this initiative addresses a significant gap in the market, Tina shares her personal journey and the challenges she faced in creating a product that not only addresses the unique needs of her community but also serves a broader audience.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. LINKS:Learn more about Tina Singh's company Bold Helmets at boldhelmets.comConnect with the Made For Us podcast at https://made-for-us.captivate.fm/ Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:08 - Introducing a New Series00:28 - The Challenge of Finding Safe Helmets for Sikh Kids10:48 - The Journey to Bold Helmets: Overcoming Challenges and Making a Change16:40 - Navigating Challenges in the Helmet Industry24:12 - Future Innovations in Helmet Design

Narratives of Purpose concludes its sixth season with an insightful conversation featuring Dr. Yaw Bediako, the CEO and co-founder of Yemaachi Biotech, a pioneering company focused on genomic cancer research in Africa. The discussion hosted by Claire Murigande delves into Yaw's journey from academia to entrepreneurship. Yaw emphasises the need for private sector involvement in funding scientific research. He shares his belief that the continent possesses immense potential to contribute to precision oncology research. Particularly in understanding the links between multiple cancer types and the genetically diverse population unique to Africa.Yaw's insights challenge listeners to reconsider the role of Africa in global scientific innovation. He also advocates for a shift in mindset among African scientists, urging them to view science as a commodity that can drive sustainable economic growth. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about Yemaachi Biotech at this websiteMore about Yemaachi's African Clinical Cancer Research Network at this webpage Connect with our guest Dr. Yaw Bediako: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:08 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:37 - Meet Yaw Bediako: CEO of Yemaachi Biotech03:05 - Yaw's Transition from Academia to Private Sector09:29 - Yemaachi's Focus on Understanding Cancer in People of African Descent17:45 - The Role of Technology and AI at Yemaachi22:28 - Building a Diverse and Talented Team at Yamaachi28:17 - Challenges and Opportunities in Securing Funding for Biotech Startups36:57 - The Future of Yemaachi and Biotech in Africa39:58 - The Future of Africa's Research: Science as a Commodity43:47 - Conclusion

In this new episode of 'Narratives of Purpose', Ann-Marie de Lange joins host Claire Murigande to discuss the critical and often overlooked area of women's brain health research. Ann-Marie shares insights from her work as Principal Investigator at FemiLab, which investigates factors affecting women's brain health using large-scale population data. With a background as a clinical psychologist and a focus on neuroimaging, Ann-Marie emphasises the importance of understanding how various life transitions, such as pregnancy and menopause, impact women's brain health. Throughout the conversation, both Ann-Marie and Claire explore the historical neglect of women's health in research and the implications of this gap on clinical practices today. The discussion highlights the need for more inclusive research, the power of community engagement, and the positive momentum building around women's health issues.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about FemiLab at this websiteContact FemiLab: ann-marie.de-lange@chuv.chConnect with our guest Ann-Marie de Lange: LINKEDIN Watch Ann-Marie's TEDx TalkFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.CHAPTERS:00:08 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:46 - Introducing Ann-Marie de Lange and the FemiLab02:06 - Ann-Marie's Journey into Brain Research and Neuroimaging08:09 - The Challenges of Women's Health Research 11:38 - Understanding the Impact of Transitional Phases on Women's Brain Health17:44 - The Challenges of Building a New Lab25:08 - Grassroots Movements in Women's Health29:11 - Closing Thoughts and Future Directions

In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose', Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi and Shamala Hinrichsen join host Claire Murigande to discuss the innovative app "SheHer" designed to advance women's health by providing accessible healthcare information and fostering a supportive community. Both Shamala and Mariatheresa emphasise the importance of centring women's dignity in healthcare, highlighting the disparities that still exist in the industry. They share their personal journeys into the health tech space and the biases female founders encounter when seeking funding, illustrating the broader societal challenges that persist even in progressive sectors like health tech. By collaborating and leveraging their diverse backgrounds, Mariatheresa and Shamala, together with their three co-founders, aim to revolutionise women's health and encourage others to join in this vital work.This episode encourages a rethinking of how healthcare solutions are developed and delivered, advocating for a model that prioritises the voices and needs of women, particularly those from marginalised communities.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about the SheHer app at this websiteFollow the SheHer app: Instagram Connect with Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi: LINKEDIN Connect with Shamala Hinrichsen: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.CHAPTERS:00:06 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:55 - Meet Shamala Hinrichsen and Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi01:33 - The Mission of SheHer App03:48 - Shamala's Journey into Health Tech03:00 - Mariatheresa's Background in Tech06:30 - Building a Diverse Team for Women's Health11:18 - The Importance of Women's Stories21:32 - Challenges Faced by Female Founders35:48 - Calls to Action for Listeners38:23 - Closing Remarks and Future Outlook

In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose', host Claire Murigande speaks with Martha Agbornyenty, the founder and Executive Director of For Mom and Baby Foundation, who is on a mission to improve maternal and child health in Cameroon. With a background as an award-winning young midwife leader, Martha shares her inspiring journey as well as the work her foundation carries out through community engagement, health provider training, and policy advocacy. Martha emphasises the importance of investing in midwives and improving the quality of education they receive. Through her foundation, Martha is not only making a significant impact locally, she is also gaining recognition on a global scale, empowering others to join in the fight for maternal health.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about For Mom and Baby Foundation at this websiteFollow For Mom and Baby Foundation: Facebook Connect with our guest Martha Agbornyenty: LINKEDIN | INSTAGRAMFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:05 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:34 - Introducing Martha Agbornyenty02:51 - Martha's Journey in Midwifery06:20 - Founding For Mom and Baby Foundation11:01 - Community Engagement and Support Programs18:37 - Advocacy and Policy Influence21:16 - Global Recognition and Future Aspirations32:42 - Closing Remarks and Future Directions

In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose', host Claire Murigande explores the intersection of healthcare advocacy and personal storytelling with Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, President of the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation, who passionately discusses her journey as a radiation therapist and the drive behind her documentary, 'A Letter to My Sisters.' Dr. Nia shares her experiences and insights on the rising incidence of breast cancer diagnoses among younger women, challenging the traditional age-based screening guidelines. She highlights the stories of women who faced significant barriers in receiving timely diagnoses and treatment featured in her documentary film.Dr. Nia also calls for systemic changes that prioritise patient education, community resources, and holistic care. She equally emphasises the need for greater self-advocacy as well as open communication between patients and providers. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:Research article on widening social inequalities after breast cancer at this webpageMore about Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation at this websiteMore about the documentary "A Letter To My Sisters" at this webpageConnect with our guest Dr. Nia Bailey: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:05 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:50 - Introducing Dr. Nia Imani Bailey03:51 - The Importance of Early Detection in Young Women08:14 - Creating Impact Through Documentaries14:41 - Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare16:59 - Connecting Resources for Cancer Patients20:56 - Understanding Social Inequalities in Cancer Care24:56 - The Need for Policy Changes33:00 - Closing Thoughts on Health Advocacy

In this episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose', host Claire Murigande speaks with Thao Nguyen, founder and CEO of Equal Care, about her mission to normalise gender-specific medicine. Thao shares her journey from tech consultant to healthcare innovator and discusses the importance of recognising gender differences in medical treatment. She explains the challenges she faces in raising awareness and establishing certification criteria for medications. The episode highlights the significance of asking questions in healthcare and Thao's vision of creating a comprehensive database for gender-specific medical evidence.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about Equal Care at this websiteFollow Equal Care: LinkedIn | X | InstagramConnect with our guest Thao Nguyen: LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:48 Introducing Tao Nguyen and Equal Care01:43 Tao's Journey to Founding Equal Care03:10 The Mission of Gender-Specific Medicine05:42 Challenges and Solutions in Gender-Specific Medicine09:50 Certification Criteria and Industry Challenges26:00 The Role of Technology in Equal Care31:01 Conclusion and Future Outlook

In this episode of 'Narratives of Purpose', host Claire Murigande delves into the world of Femtech and women's health with Marija Butkovic, the founder and CEO of Women of Wearables (WoW). Marija shares her journey from a commercial lawyer in Croatia to leading a global organization that supports female innovators in wearable tech and health tech. The discussion covers the significance of Femtech, the challenges women face in the health industry, and the importance of creating targeted health solutions for women. Marija also highlights the various ways WoW connects and supports its community, the role of investment in advancing women's health, and the future vision for WoW. Marija encourages aspiring entrepreneurs and investors to recognize the untapped potential within the Femtech sector and to actively take part in this evolving ecosystem.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about Women of Wearables (WoW) at this websiteFollow WoW: LinkedIn | X | InstagramConnect with our guest Marija Butkovic: LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:34 Introduction to Women's Health Issues01:10 Meet Marija Butkovic: Founder of Women of Wearables03:31 Marija's Journey and the Birth of Women of Wearables05:59 The Evolution and Impact of Femtech16:37 Challenges and Opportunities in Femtech Investment22:09 The Role of Communities and Networks24:27 Future Vision for Women of Wearables29:10 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs34:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Diagnosis of Women's Pelvic Conditions RevolutionisedIn the fifth and final episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande speaks with Élise Mekkaoui, founder and CPO of Matricis.ai. Élise discusses the challenges in diagnosing female pelvic pathologies, such as endometriosis, and how Matricis is employing machine learning to improve diagnosis by assisting radiologists with MRI image analysis. Therefore reducing medical errancy time.Élise also touches on the importance of bringing awareness to women's health, urging investors to invest in innovative startups that account for gender differences. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBS RELEVANT LINKS:More about Matricis at this websiteFollow Matricis: LinkedIn Connect with our guest, Élise Mekkaoui: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This short series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Introduction00:39 The Importance of Gender in Personalised Medicine01:44 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:25 The Purpose of Matricis.ai04:06 AI's Role in Advancing Female Pelvic Pathologies' Diagnosis08:32 Challenges and Collaborations in Data Collection10:57 The Gender Gap in AI and Women's Health Innovation12:47 The Future of Women-Led Innovation in the Age of AI16:25 Closing Remarks and Further Resources for Exploration

Supporting Women's Health in the WorkplaceIn the fourth episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande delves into the challenges of addressing women's health within the corporate environment with guest Fatoumata Ly, the co-founder of Ninti. Fatoumata shares her personal journey and the inception of Ninti, a digital platform aimed at helping employers create supportive work environments for reproductive mental health. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of women's health in the workplace, emphasising the importance of community, awareness, and scaling solutions to meet widespread needs.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBS RELEVANT LINKS:More about Ninti at this websiteFollow Ninti: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with our guest, Fatoumata Ly: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This short series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Introduction 0039 Revolutionising Reproductive Mental Health01:38 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:26 Fatoumata's Journey to Founding Ninti04:12 Ninti's Mental Health Care Pathway07:18 Ninti's B2B2C Model: Partnering with Employers for Change08:49 Scaling Ninti's Impact11:16 The AI for Life Summit: A Platform for Change13:24 The Future of Women's Health and Innovation16:07 Closing...

AI Technology Democratising Access to Clinical TrialsIn the third episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande explores the intersection of AI and women's health with Danielle Ralic, CEO and founder of Ancora.ai. Ancora, an AI-powered clinical trial matching platform, aims to democratise access to trials and accelerate research. Danielle and Claire discuss the healthcare system's shortcomings in serving women, particularly in clinical trials. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of gender inclusivity in AI and the startup ecosystem, emphasising the need for more support for women-led ventures in healthcare innovation.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBS RELEVANT LINKS:More about Ancora at this websiteFollow Ancora: LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram | FacebookConnect with our guest, Danielle Ralic: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This short series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Introduction00:42 The Critical Role of Women in Clinical Trials01:32 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:26 The Genesis of Ancora.ai04:16 The Power of AI in...

Twenty-First Century Treatments for Women's HealthIn the second episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande speaks with Alia Rahman, the Co-founder and CEO of Amplexd Therapeutics. Alia shares her personal journey with dysplasia, how it motivated her to establish Amplexd, and the company's mission of developing treatments to improve patient experience and accessibility for HPV-induced cervical dysplasia. Alia raises awareness of the healthcare system's failings towards women's health, particularly in the treatments of cervical precancer. She highlights the focus on unique treatment strategies, such as non-invasive and low-cost options. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:CIN classifications summary by the Cleveland Clinic "ASC-US" term explanation Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBSRELEVANT LINKS:More about Amplexd Therapeutics at this websiteFollow Amplexd: LinkedInConnect with our guest, Alia Rahman: LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This short series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:0:00 Episode Introduction00:40 Introducing Amplexd Therapeutics01:54 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:45 Alia's Journey with Amplexd06:23 Understanding Cervical Intraepithelial...

Advocacy and Patient-led Innovation in Women's HealthIn this first episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande speaks with Sasha Ottey, the Executive Director of the PCOS Challenge. Sasha shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and how her experiences led her to establish a leading non-profit organisation that supports and advocates for those affected by PCOS globally. Sasha emphasises the importance of patient involvement in creating medical solutions and innovations, as well as the need for increased funding towards research. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBSRELEVANT LINKS:More about PCOS Challenge at this websiteFollow PCOS Challenge: LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook Connect with our guest, Sasha Ottey: LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This short series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Introduction00:40 The Importance of Women's Health Advocacy01:30 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:37 Sasha's Personal Journey with PCOS05:17 The Global Reach of PCOS Challenge07:51 The Importance of Patient-Led Research12:52 The Future of...

In this episode of Narratives of Purpose, host Claire Murigande introduces a new series focusing on women's health innovation. The next five episodes will address Issues like the lack of female representation in clinical trials as well as the need for gender-specific personalised medicine, but also the importance and the need to invest in startups led by women. This new series will feature female founders advocating for public health, developing non-invasive treatments, harnessing AI technologies, and especially holding space for women in the workplace. Welcome to our Women's Health special series created in collaboration with Artefact Open Innovation Switzerland! We are glad that you tuned in, and you are following Narratives of Purpose in amplifying social impact. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review

Join me for the Season Five Finale of Narratives of Purpose where we are celebrating our Three Year Anniversary of powerful conversations with our wonderful guests who are making waves in their industries and communities. In our podcast series, we have shone a spotlight on innovation, sustainability, global health, technology, entrepreneurship and skill development - just to name a few. The fascinating thing about all of the conversations with our guests, is that the action is happening in real-time. Which not only provides an active perspective, but has also led us to invite our previous guests back onto the show to discuss their progress and give a behind-the-scenes look into their journeys. Tune into this episode to celebrate an exciting three years of Narratives of Purpose and many more to come. Show notes: I recommend that you tune into our previous Narratives of Purpose conversations to be reminded of the thought-provoking and impactful conversations that we have had. Be sure to also tune into Hashtag Impact's episode celebrating the work of Narratives on Purpose in honour of one of the 2023 International Women's Day missions, which was to elevate visibility for women creatives. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript, and connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com, or leave us a review. ____  Episode timestamps  00:11 - Season finale introduction  02:33 - Narratives of Purpose's recognitions and features  05:22 - Episode highlights from our first four seasons  18:04 - My learnings from interviewing global changemakers  19:43 - What listeners are saying about Narratives of Purpose  24:04 - What our guests are saying about Narratives of Purpose  29:09 - Shout out to the Narratives of Purpose team  30:12 - How to get in touch with us

In today's episode, I have a fascinating conversation with Ira Guha who is the founder of Asan. Asan is a social venture with a mission to eradicate period poverty, which prevents women and girls across the world from participating in essential daily activities (Including going to school and work). In our conversation, we talk about the impact of period poverty and how Asan cup's accessibility has the ability to impact the lives and empower the women who use them. We also discuss the seemingly taboo subject of women's health, especially relating to periods, and how the social shifts we have made towards sustainability globally have made an impact on the future of menstrual products. Show notes: To find out more about Asan, head over to their ⁠website⁠ and ⁠Instagram page⁠. To connect with Ira and find out about the impact that Asan is making within the many communities that they have partnered with, connect with her on LinkedIn. Be sure to ⁠⁠⁠visit our podcast website⁠⁠⁠ for the full episode transcript, and connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Episode introduction 02:32 - Asan's mission and Ira's motivations to create the start-up 06:39 - Asan cup's one-for-one donation and cost-saving model 07:58 - Designing and developing the Asan cup 12:12 - Asan's impact in rural India and beyond 14:28 - Breaking the taboos around periods 17:46 - Asan's partnerships and behavioural change framework 24:45 - Ira's entrepreneurial journey 26:36 - The evolving market for reusable period products 31:34 - How to connect with Ira and learn more about Asan

Join me for today's episode where I will be catching up with Rhiana Spring, the founder and executive director of Spring ACT. Spring ACT is an organisation connecting human rights and technology to empower people to take action and eliminate global social injustices. Their flagship product is called Sophia, the world's first chatbot empowering survivors of domestic violence to gather potential evidence and seek help wherever they are in the world. I highly encourage you to listen back to the conversation from Episode 37 to be reminded of Spring ACT's mission and listen to today's episode to hear how Rhiana's journey has evolved over the past 18 months. Show notes: To find out more about Spring ACT, head over to their website and be sure to connect with them on Instagram or LinkedIn. Check out the Social Innovation Tournament finalists that Rhiana mentioned in this episode. Be sure to ⁠⁠visit our podcast website⁠⁠ for the full episode transcript, and connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Episode introduction 01:43 - Highlight of Rhiana's first interview on the podcast 04:32 - Spring ACT's vision and the story behind the organisation's name 06:00 - Launching Sophia in Peru 08:16 - Developing partnerships with global organisations, including UN Women 11:25 - Team work: making space for fun and celebrating the wins 14:05 - Growing the Spring ACT team with a Tech Lead 17:30 - Impact of international prizes and recognition for Sophia 23:00 - Dots: the second Spring ACT product 24:37 - Sophia's digital safe 26:31 - Spring ACT's new business model 29:27 - Rhiana's personal journey as a founder 32:23 - Rhiana's advice to aspiring entrepreneurs 36:32 - How to connect with Rhiana and learn more about Spring ACT

In this episode I will be welcoming back another previous guest of Narratives of Purpose, Bart De Witte, to hear more about his journey of making medical AI accessible. Bart is the founder of the Hippo AI Foundation, which is designed to develop medical AI for the common good by liberating all future medical knowledge by making it open to everyone. We spoke in November 2022, and before you tune into today's episode, I highly encourage you to listen back to the conversation from Episode 41 to be reminded of Hippo AI's mission and listen to today's episode to hear how Bart's work has evolved since our last conversation. Show notes: To find out more about the Hippo AI Foundation be sure to head over to their website and read the newsletter edition I refered to here. Following the recording of this episode, you will find information from Bart's keynote speech at the WHO Europe Conference here. Be sure to ⁠visit our podcast website⁠ for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Episode introduction 02:05 - Highlight of Bart's first interview on the podcast 04:55 - Hippo AI's mission 06:47 - Ask Paper: the community and collaboration platform for AI researchers 12:18 - Hippo AI's new finance model 19:17 - Influence of capital and industrial interests on research 21:15 - Open source AI myths and reality in healthcare 28:41 - Disrupting healthcare through technology? 33:12 - Bart's advice to aspiring social entrepreneurs 35:58 - Being provocative to spark conversations 37:31 - How to connect with Bart and learn more about the Hippo AI Foundation

Today I am welcoming back my very first guest of Narratives of Purpose - Pauline Koelbl, founder of ShEquity. ShEquity is a Catalyst Fund that provides smart investments for innovative and impactful African female entrepreneurs. Join me in this conversation where Pauline talks about the growth and impact of ShEquity since we first spoke in 2020. Listen to today's episode to hear how the journey of ShEquity has evolved since our last conversation. Show notes: I recommend that you tune into my previous conversation with Pauline in our first ever episode of Narratives of Purpose so that you can better follow along with the growth story of her company. To find out more about ShEquity, head over to their website and find out more about SHEBA (the ShEquity Business Accelerator) here. You can also connect with Pauline on ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Episode introduction 01:50 - Highlight of Paulines's first interview on the podcast 05:04 - Gender lens funding and investing in Africa 07:33 - ShEquity's portfolio of companies 13:06 - ShEquity's impact on SDGs and livelihoods across the continent 17:22 - Creating the ShEquity Business Accelerator (SHEBA) and it's impact to date 26:24 - Pauline's learnings from her entrepreneurial journey and her advice to aspiring entrepreneurs 31:12 - Dealing with challenges and doubt as an entrepreneur 35:08 - How to connect with Pauline and learn more about ShEquity

Join me for a conversation with Alma Moya Losada who is the founder and CEO of Aequaland, an award winning edtech startup. I previously spoke to Alma back in 2021, and since then her business (and lessons) have come a long way. The core focus of Aequaland is to build educational experiences whilst combining digital game play and physical activities. An interesting way to keep students engaged. Listen to today's episode to hear the difference that two years has made for this tech startup company. Show notes: I recommend that you tune into my previous conversation with Alma in Episode 14 so that you can better follow along with the growth story of her company.  To find out more about Aequaland be sure to head over to their website or you can connect with Alma on LinkedIn. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Episode introduction 01:55 - Highlight of Alma's first interview on the podcast 04:07 - The "phygital" learning experience and Aequaland's extracurricular offerings 08:19 - Ed Tech and change in the education system 10:34 - Alma's entrepreneurial journey 22:14 - Aequaland's business objectives 26:04 - Alma's advice to female tech founders 27:36 - How to connect with Alma and learn more about Aequaland

In this episode I will be welcoming back a previous guest of Narratives of Purpose to hear more about this Ed Tech entrepreneur's journey since our initial NOP conversation back in 2022. Ismail Eleburuike is the founder of SchoolTry, the leading provider of efficient education application technology in various African countries. We spoke in April 2022, and before you tune into today's episode, I highly encourage you to listen back to the conversation from Episode 31 and be reminded of Ismail's fascinating background - especially how he started SchoolTry in 2019. Listen to today's episode to hear how SchoolTry has evolved since our last conversation. Ismail also shares his strategies for overcoming challenges as well as his vision to shape the Ed Tech ecosystem on the African continent. Show notes: To find out more about SchoolTry, head over to their ⁠website⁠ or follow them on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. You can also connect with Ismail on LinkedIn⁠.  Be sure to ⁠⁠⁠visit our podcast website⁠⁠⁠ for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Episode introduction 02:12 - Highlights from Ismail's first interview on the podcast 04:15 - SchoolTry's new functionalities and geographical presence  09:15 - SchoolTry's user coverage in K12 and Higher Ed 13:00 - Overcoming business challenges during SchoolTry's growth period 17:50 - SchoolTry's competitors in the African Ed Tech landscape 20:47 - SchoolTry's team members and customer mindset development 27:45 - SchoolTry's role in shaping the educational content 31:28 - Ismail's advice for entrepreneurial success 32:20 - How to connect with Ismail and learn more about SchoolTry

In today's episode, we are continuing our “episode swap” series with an episode from Genet Gimja, the host of Spend, Donate, Invest. This podcast is at the intersection of social justice and personal finance and shares thought-provoking perspectives and ideas on how we might spend, invest and donate our money in alignment with our values. Genet Gimja shares her overview of the six categories of decisions that founders should make in order to focus on building a more socially responsible organisation whether it is a start-up or a well seasoned business. Show notes: To find out more about Spend Donate Invest, head over to their website or connect with Genet Gimja on Twitter.  Be sure to ⁠⁠visit our podcast website⁠⁠ for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Introduction 02:42 - Part One 20:39 - Part Two⁠⁠⁠⁠  33:39 - Recap

Welcome back to a very special series of Narratives of Purpose. We will be doing things a little differently this pre-season in order to showcase even more unique stories of changemakers of people who are contributing to make a difference in society. Our goal is simple: To amplify social impact by sharing individual journeys of ordinary people who are making extraordinary impact within their communities and around the world. This episode features the Creativity Found podcast which is hosted by Claire Waite Brown. Her podcast and community are centred around connecting adults who want to find a creative outlet with the artists and crafters who can help them tap into their creativity. In this interview, she speaks with Harriet and Ella who are ex-prison officers whose journey within the criminal justice system has led them back into their true passion of theatre whilst raising awareness within the community and supporting families and individuals who are affected by the system. Show notes: To connect with Claire Waite Brown and listen to the Creativity Found Podcast, you can find her on LinkedIn or check out her website. To find out more about Glasshouse Theatre and connect with its founders, Ella and Harriet, head over to their website.  Be sure to ⁠visit our podcast website⁠ for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠ and become a patron. **

As we prepare to launch a new season of Narratives of Purpose, we want to share with you what we have in store for the upcoming episodes. And we have a special call to action for you to help our podcast reach new audiences: ⁠⁠⁠Please VOTE NARRATIVES OF PURPOSE in the British Podcast Awards Listeners' Choice⁠⁠⁠ so that we can amplify social impact far and wide. In this episode, enjoy a summary of what to expect this month in our pre-season as well as a sneak preview of season five starting in September. Show notes: Be sure to check out our social media channels and connect with us on our social handles. You find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. And don't forget to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠ and become a patron. **

Aujourd'hui, nous concluons nos épisodes bonus du mois de mai. Les épisodes d'interviews complètes en version originale de notre mini-série sur les systèmes alimentaires durables. Notre troisième et dernier épisode présente le restaurant Refettorio à Genève avec deux de ses collaborateurs : Charlotte Hennessy et Patrick Dupuis. Le Refettorio réunit la gastronomie et l'action humanitaire en promouvant l'inclusion sociale, en favorisant l'accès à une alimentation équilibrée aux personnes en situation de précarité, et en luttant contre le gaspillage alimentaire. Charlotte et Patrick parlent des activités du restaurant, mais aussi des défis présents depuis l'ouverture en Janvier 2022. Ils partagent également leurs définitions d'une alimentation durable ainsi que leurs conseils pour que chacune et chacun d'entre nous puisse y contribuer au quotidien. Vous trouverez des informations complémentaires sur le ⁠site web du Refettorio⁠. Vous pouvez également suivre leurs activités sur ⁠Instagram⁠. La ⁠transcription complète de cet episode⁠ ainsi que ⁠tous les épisodes de notre série sur les systèmes alimentaires durables⁠ sont disponibles sur le site web de notre podcast. ** Rejoignez notre communauté sur Patreon ⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠ pour soutenir Narratives of Purpose mais aussi pour DES CONTENUS ET UN ACCÈS EXCLUSIFS À NOTRE PODCAST **

Nous poursuivons avec nos épisodes bonus du mois de mai. Ces épisodes sont les interviews complètes en version originale de notre mini-série sur les systèmes alimentaires durables. Aujourd'hui, notre deuxième épisode présente Alles Gut! Gemüse Kebab, le premier kebab durable de Genève, avec ses cofondateurs Romain Oeggerli et Yohann Pellaux. À la tête de leur restaurant éco-responsable et socialement engagé, Romain et Yohann ont pour ambition de révolutionner la gastronomie fast-food. Dans cette discussion, ils parlent de leur parcours entrepreneurial, ils partagent leurs définitions d'une alimentation durable ainsi que leurs conseils pour que chacune et chacun d'entre nous puisse y contribuer au quotidien, et bien plus encore. Vous trouverez des informations complémentaires sur le site web de Gemüse Kebab. Vous pouvez également suivre leurs activités sur Instagram et Facebook. La transcription complète de cet episode ainsi que tous les épisodes de notre série sur les systèmes alimentaires durables sont disponibles sur le site web de notre podcast. ** Rejoignez notre communauté sur Patreon https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast pour soutenir Narratives of Purpose mais aussi pour DES CONTENUS ET UN ACCÈS EXCLUSIFS À NOTRE PODCAST **

Wir haben Bonus Folgen diesen Monat für euch im Podcast! Diese Folgen sind vollständige Interviews in Originalsprache aus unserer kurzen Serie über nachhaltige Ernährung Systeme. Der erste Gast ist Bastiaan Frich, der Mitbegründer von Urban Agriculture Basel (UAB). Dieses Netzwerk fördert Organisationen und Projekte in der Region Basel, die sich für einen biologischen und ganzheitlichen Lebensmittelkreislauf einsetzen. Bastiaan erzählt über die Aktivitäten von UAB, die Erfolge und Herausforderungen seit der Gründung in 2010. Er teilt seine Definition einer nachhaltigen Ernährung sowie seine Empfehlungen für den Alltag damit jede und jeder von uns beitragen kann, und vieles mehr. Auf ihrer Website⁠ erfährt ihr mehr über UAB. Ihr könnt euch auch mit ihnen auf Instagram⁠ und Facebook⁠ verbinden. Das komplette Transkript dieser Folge findet ihr auf unserer Podcast-Website sowie alle Folgen der kurzen Serie über nachhaltige Ernährung Systeme. ** Schaut euch unsere Mitglieder-Community unter https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast an, um EXKLUSIVE INHALTE UND ZUGANG ZU UNSEREM PODCAST zu erhalten und Narratives of Purpose zu unterstützen! **

As we wrap up this exciting and very unique season of Narratives of Purpose, we wanted to shine a spotlight on what made this season so special. It was unlike any other season we have hosted and we're grateful to you listeners for joining us on this journey.  In this episode, enjoy a snippet of unheard content as well as a summary of what has led us here today. Show notes: Be sure to check out our social media channels and share your experiences by connecting with us on our social handles. You find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. And don't forget to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript, and of course check out our Podcast Listener Survey so that we can continue to provide content and topics with you in mind. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠ and become a patron. **

Join us for the final part of our Exploring Sustainable Food Systems episode which shines a spotlight on Networks and Community Builders. This time we look at how our guests have found alternative ways to approach sustainability and provide solutions that reach into the wider community and their local networks. Show notes: In this episode, we spoke with Imani Black, the founder of ⁠Minorities In Aquaculture⁠, an organisation that promotes a more diverse and inclusive aquaculture industry. She shares how she went from being the only woman of colour at management level in her workforce to founding a network for inclusivity in the aquaculture space that has led to more opportunities and diversity within the industry through education and awareness. Our second guest was Bastiaan Frich, a leading member of ⁠Urban Agriculture Basel⁠, a network that promotes projects in the Basel region committed to organic and holistic food cycles. Bastiaan shares how the ripple effect of small changes have the power and ability to make a huge impact in how we live and how the phrase “What if?” has maintained an element of curiosity within the organisation that has consistently encouraged them to keep trying new things.. Finally, we spoke with Romain Oeggerli and Yohann Pellaux. The co-founders of ⁠Alles Gut! Gemüse Kebab⁠, the first sustainable kebab restaurant in Geneva. Their non profit organisation has multiple approaches; Not only have they created a system that provides the community with the opportunity to easily contribute to feeding those in need, they also use local, fresh ingredients which are recognised by GRTA as having quality, proximity, traceability and fairness at the forefront of their produce. If you have started your own journey with exploring sustainable food options, be sure to share your experiences by connecting with us on our social handles. You find us on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Twitter⁠, and ⁠LinkedIn⁠. Be sure to ⁠visit our podcast website⁠ for the full episode transcript and the detailed ⁠list of guests featured in this series⁠. This short series on Exploring Sustainable Food Systems is supported by ⁠Fructify Network⁠. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Episode and guest introduction 03:29 - Minorities in...

Welcome to Part Two of our conversation focused on Exploring Sustainable Food Systems around the world. In this episode, we are bringing a whole new meaning to the term “super-grain”. Taking you back to the ancient grains of West Africa that were once labelled ‘lost crops' and bringing these nutrient-dense, delicious foods back into our food system. Join us as we discover how ancient grains could be the key to a sustainable food system, a sustainable planet and better health for all of us. Show notes: Chef Pierre Thiam, founder of Yolélé Foods and Teranga Restaurants, and author of the new cookbook Simply West African, shared how his experience of living in New York city provided an opportunity and platform for him to share his cultural heritage through his love of food. We spoke with Joni Kindwal Moore, the founder of Snacktivist Foods and host of the podcast Regenerative By Design. You can find out more about their mission to introduce more nutrient-dense ingredients into our open market by making ancient grains accessible to all by visiting the Snacktivist Website. We delved deeper into the topic of sustainable foods with Sarah Day Levesque who is the Managing Director of Regenerative Food Systems Investment.  Their mission is to work across diverse groups of funders and stakeholders to mobilise more capital for regenerative food and agriculture projects with the goal of connecting regenerative farmers to capital. If ancient grains are also part of your staple foods, do share your experiences by connecting with us on our social handles. You find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript and the detailed list of guests featured in this series. This short series on Exploring Sustainable Food Systems is supported by Fructify Network. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Episode and guest introduction 04:39 - Creating Yolélé, an African food brand, with Chef Pierre Thiam 12:33 - Establishing Teranga Restaurants with Chef Pierre Thiam 22:59 - Snacktivist Foods brand and the regenerative food system movement with Joni Kindwal Moore 41:03 - Joni's take on meat analogues 43:36 - Regenerative Food Systems Investment's activities with Sarah Day Levesque 57:20 - Recommendations from all the...

In today's episode, we are doing something different. This is Part One of our conversation focused on Exploring Sustainable Food Systems around the world. You will hear from multiple voices that represent who we like to call, ‘Food Waste Warriors' in their field, and it's sure to give you a fresh and exciting perspective on how to make small changes that create a powerful impact for our future. Show notes: In this episode we spoke with Jamie Crummie, an Obama Foundation Leader, who is co-founder of a social impact company, Too Good To Go, who have set a mission to reduce food waste by connecting individuals and organisations and providing a platform to utilise surplus food. We also spoke with Charlotte Hennessy and Patrick Dupuis from Refettorio - a restaurant with a twist that provides essential meals with radical hospitality to those isolated, experiencing homelessness and food insecurity as well as providing food and hospitality for the local community which supports the movement. We had the pleasure of speaking with Margaux Mégevand who is the Innovation Project Lead of Partage; a food bank based in Geneva that collects unsold goods daily and redistributes them for free to beneficiary associations and social services. If you are also active in fighting food waste, we would love to hear from you. Share your experiences by connecting with us on our social handles, we are on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript and the detailed list of guests featured in this series. This short series on Exploring Sustainable Food Systems is supported by Fructify Network. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:26 - Episode and guest introduction 03:35 - Best Before Date vs. Best By Date 06:53 - Partage Foundation's work⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Margaux Mégevand 17:39 - Refettorio Geneva Restaurant's activities with Charlotte Hennessy & Patrick Dupuis 29:05 - The Too Good To Go app with Jamie Crummie 41:34 - Recommendations from all the episode guests⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  46:26 - Episode recap and Part 2 preview

Welcome to a fresh new perspective for the Narratives of Purpose Podcast. In today's episode, I invite you to our short three-part series on Exploring Sustainable Food Systems that will conclude this season of the podcast. Over the following three episodes you will be hearing from multiple voices that represent who I like to call, ‘agents of change' in their field, and for this series we will be shining a spotlight on the sustainable food movement. This episode is an introduction to what is to come as we wrap up this powerful and thought-provoking season. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript and for the detailed list of guests featured in this series. This short series on Exploring Sustainable Food Systems is supported by ⁠Fructify Network⁠. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠ and become a patron. ** ____ Episode timestamps 00:27 - Introduction to the series and main themes 04:06 - Romain Oeggerli & Yohann Pellaux, the co-founders of Alles Gut! Gemüse Kebab Restaurant 07:23 - Charlotte Hennessy and Patrick Dupuis from Refettorio Geneva Restaurant 10:05 - Margaux Mégevand from the Partage Foundation 12:16 - Sarah Day Levesque, the Managing Director of Regenerative Food Systems Investment 14:20 - Chef Pierre Thiam, the founder of Yolélé Foods & Teranga Restaurants 16:50 - Joni Kindwal Moore, the founder of Snacktivist Foods⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  19:16 - Imani Black, the founder of Minorities in Aquaculture 21:01 - Bastiaan Frich, founding member of Urban Agriculture Basel 22:21 - Jamie Crummie, co-founder of the Too Good To Go app 24:26 - Episode recap

In today's episode I speak with Dr. Ernest Darkoh and Dr. John Sargent, the founding partners of BroadReach Group. Their company is a global social enterprise that seeks to transform how health work is carried out and support communities and developing countries through health equity. They speak in detail about the lifelong benefits of choosing prevention over cure and how technology and partnerships will inevitably shape the future of global health. Tune into this thought-provoking conversation to gain a new perspective on the future of health and inspiration for how to live a better quality life. Show notes: Both Dr. Ernest Darkoh and Dr. John Sargent recommended the books The Alchemist Paulo Coelho and From Great To Good by Jim Collins. Dr. Ernest Darkoh also recommended Thinking Fast and Slow, by Daniel Kahneman. To find out more about the BroadReach Group, you can check out their website. You can also connect with them on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. You can also connect with Dr John Sargent and Dr Ernest Darkoh on LinkedIn. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠ and become a patron. **

Join me for today's conversation where I will be speaking with Jo Bacallo, the founder of SEEDS (Schools for Environment Education, Development and Sustainability). Jo believes in the right for every young person in remote communities to access information about environment education, and learn how to live sustainably.  From growing up in the Philippines as a student journalist who did not accept the reality of injustice, Jo became a water storyteller to bring the voices of the outsiders, the ones left behind, on stages around the world. She encourages young founders of grassroots organisations to pursue their activities in water and climate education because, even though the work is difficult, it will have a tremendous impact in the future. Enjoy the conversation! Show notes: Jo recommended the book The Examined Life by Stephen Rosz. And somebody she would love to listen to on this show is Pavlo Vezdenetsky, the founder of a nonprofit organisation that protects rivers in his hometown of Khmelnytskyi, Ukraine. To connect with Jo, you can find her on LinkedIn and Facebook. You can also visit her website and watch one of her most recent video interviews. To find out more about SEEDS, you can connect with them on their Facebook page. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team's efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠ and become a patron. **

Welcome back to Part Two of our Get To Know Our Host episode where we are shining the spotlight on the one and only Claire Murigande. Claire is given the role of the guest and takes her spot in the hot seat whilst our previous guest, Lucy Antrobus hosts this episode. This time we find out some of the biggest challenges in building a podcast platform like Narratives of Purpose, the things that Claire has learned along the way and some of the anchors she turns to when seeking inspiration. We would also like to take this time to thank you, dear listener, for supporting this podcast and tuning into these incredible stories of The Narratives of Purpose. Show notes: Claire recommended a podcast called Our Body Politic hosted by Farai Chideya and KIF radio podcast. You will find us on Instagram, as well as LinkedIn. And you can also join our monthly newsletter through our website sign up page. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

Join us for a very special twist in today's episode - our Narratives of Purpose host, Claire is given the role of the guest and takes her spot in the hot seat whilst our previous guest, Lucy Antrobus hosts this episode. This is an opportunity for you to learn about the creation of Narratives of Purpose and how Claire's background and passion has led her to interviewing leaders and changemakers across the globe. Tune in for part one of this Get To Know Our Host episode to get inspired and gain an understanding of what brings this podcast to life. Show notes: You will find us on Instagram @narrativesofpurpose_podcast, as well as LinkedIn at narratives of purpose podcast. And you can also join our monthly newsletter through our website sign up page. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

In my conversation today, my two guests are Gayatri Muthukrishnan and Sanjana Roa who are co-founders of Miyara, which is a digital community hub that provides support, resources and services for women who are experiencing perimenopausal and menopausal changes and are seeking direction and support with how to adjust and improve their health. In this episode, Sanjana and Gayatri share their professional and personal experiences with women's health at the midlife stages and their thoughts on how this taboo topic is rarely spoken about - even though it's a life change that every woman will experience. Let's dive into this topic. Show notes: Sanjana shared that her favourite book recommendation is Invisible Women by Carolyn Criado-Perez and Gayatri recommended Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg and Dear Female Founder which is edited by Lu Li. They also shared that they would be interested in hearing from Sonali Quantius and Ira Guha on the Narratives of Purpose Podcast. To connect with Sanjana and Gayatri you can find them both on LinkedIn. To find out more about Miyara, you can visit their website, or connect on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

Join me for today's conversation where I will be speaking with Bart De Witte, a leading expert in digital transformation for healthcare in Europe and founder and CEO of the Hippo AI Foundation. As our world moves into the digital area, it's the perfect time for this episode to provide you with insight, understanding and knowledge of how medical artificial intelligence can impact our ever changing world for the better. At a young age, Bart was inspired and empowered by technology, and at the age of 18 wrote a school paper that predicted the impact of technology on the African continent and beyond. This conversation will give you a powerful insight on how working together and utilising artificial intelligence through open technologies, in the healthcare sector, can shape our world into a more equal place for our future and many generations to come. Show notes: Bart shared that some of his favourite books are The Surveillance Capitalism by Shoshana Zubov and The Undoing Project by Daniel Kahneman. And somebody he would love to listen to on this show is Nick Couldry from London School of Economics. To connect with Bart, you can find him on Twitter and LinkedIn. To find out more about Hippo AI Foundation, you can connect with them on their website, their blog, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram. This year, Hippo AI will be hosting the first open health data and AI summit on 1-2 December. You can register your spot here. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

In today's discussion I speak with Elana Margulies Snyderman, who is co-founder of Phyt Cares, a non profit organisation based in New York City and Puerto Rico that focuses on supporting youth from underserved communities. Phyt Cares is designed to help youth with physical fitness and health as well as leadership skills, respect, self respect, and also help them overcome the challenges they face in life as they transition into new chapters. Show notes: To connect with Elana, you can find her on LinkedIn and Instagram. If you would like to contribute towards her Phyt Cares 2022 Fundraiser, you can find out how here. You can also read more about Elena's mission in her Worth article feature. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

Welcome to the first episode of Season 4 of Narratives of Purpose. We will be kick-starting this season with my first guest, Emmanuel Trinity Nsaabanye, also known as Trinity Heavenz who is the founder of Era 92 Creative. In today's conversation, we will be discussing how Trinity is on a mission to create 10,000 jobs for young Africans by 2030 and the impact that his passion for upskilling the next generation will have in future. From growing up in the slums to being given an opportunity to not only change his life, but to change the lives of many young Africans, Trinity is creating a pathway of opportunity for many generations to come. Show notes: To connect with Trinity, you can find him on LinkedIn and Instagram. To find out more about Era 92 Creative and their mission, you can visit their website or find them on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

Join us for our last conversation of the season with Petronela Sandulache, tech-entrepreneur and multi-passionate woman who is the founder of Cordifio Health. Cordifio Health is a digital health start-up focused on supporting women with their heart health through education, empowerment and patient advocacy. Petronela's personal journey demonstrated the need for change in this area, and it is her mission to globally raise awareness in order to make women's hearts beat longer. Show Notes: The music that Petronela enjoys listening to is classical music with The Third Symphony of Beethoven being one of her favourites. She also enjoys vintage Italian music by day and jazz music by night. She is currently reading the biography of Shackleton who is the man whose goal was to conquer the South Pole. One of the books that she highly recommends is The One World Schoolhouse by Salman Khan. She would also recommend the Netflix documentary Daughters of Destiny, which is the story of the Shanti Bhavan school. A few books that she suggests our listeners to look out for is Sex Matters by Professor Alyson McGregor, "A Woman's Heart” by Professor Angela Maas, “Invisible Women” by Caroline Criado Perez, Go Figure - the astonishing science of the female body by Lisa Falco and The Woman Who Changed Her Brain and other inspiring stories of pioneering brain transformation by Barbara Arrowsmith-Young. To connect with Petronela, you can find her on LinkedIn. You can also find the Cordifio Health on their website, Instagram and LinkedIn. To read the full episode transcript visit our podcast website.

Join me today for my conversation with Rhiana Spring, human rights advocate and founder of Spring ACT. Today Rhiana shares her personal story of becoming a tech entrepreneur and the innovation behind her passion for helping vulnerable women experiencing abuse through new technology methods. Her digital chatbot, Sophia, is paving the way for innovation, human rights and justice across the world. Listen to today's episode to find out more. Show notes: Rhiana shared with us that her favourite style of music that she listens to on repeat is Afrobeats, and one her top rated artists is Nigerian singer Yemi Alade. She also recommends the book This Is Day One from Drew Dudley to our listeners and shared that his teachings played a significant part in her living the way that she does and focusing on making an impact. Rhiana recommends the book Human Algorithm by Flynn Coleman which talks about the importance of bringing human rights into the technological world to ensure an inclusive society. To connect with Rhiana, you can find her on LinkedIn. You can also find the Spring ACT organisation on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and their website. To read the full episode transcript visit our podcast website.

In our conversation today, my guest Ana Paula Tediosi shares the impact and the story behind her ‘side hustle' as the founder of Birdhaus, which during the pandemic transitioned from a female co-working space to a writing and publishing community for women. Ana wears many hats, including a mother of two, a pharmacist of education, an entrepreneur and an author. Her passion is to show women like her that it is possible to tap into all of your strengths in order to live out your life's mission and your professional life without compromise. Show Notes: The book that changed Ana's perspective about what was possible for her was "Mrs Moneypenny's Career Advice for Ambitious Women". The books that she recommends are 'Le Futur Des Espaces' by Emilie Raffo, ‘Option B' by Sheryl Sandberg, ‘Ines de Alma' by Isabel Allende and "Just Breathe - Mastering Breathwork" by Dan Brule.The music that Ana listens to when she needs a boost is her favourite playlist that features music from Beyoncé, Alicia Keys and one of Ana's biggest ‘power anthem' recommendations is "Level Up" by Ciara. To connect with Ana, you can find her on LinkedIn, Facebook and her website. To find out more about Birdhaus Writing & Publishing, be sure to check out their website. To read the full episode transcript visit our podcast website.

Join me today for my conversation with Kashish Aggarwal, who is a Global Shapers Community Curator which is a network of young people driving dialogue, action and change. Kashish developed a passion for helping and educating young people from marginalised backgrounds from a very young age and that passion has developed into her contributing to making a global wave in supporting those who do not have privileged access to education. Show Notes: Kashish offered some of her favourite song and book recommendations including "Planting Seeds" by Nimo Patel, "Unstoppable" by Sia, Zero to One by Blake Masters and Peter Thiel, The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle and Shoe Dog by Phil Knight. She also shared that she would highly recommend the movie A Beautiful Mind to our Narratives of Purpose listeners. To connect with Kashish, you can find her on LinkedIn. You can also find out more about the Global Shapers community on their website, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook. Learn more about activities from the Chandigarh Hub as well (community curated by Kashish) on their website. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

In today's discussion, we continue the theme of inclusion with our next guest Emmanuelle Werner Gillioz, the founder and director of Yojoa. Yojoa is a nonprofit organisation that empowers young people with a migrant background to become autonomous and productive members of society. The mission is to bridge the gap between organisations and talented young people from diverse backgrounds in order to provide more opportunities and strengthen the company. Listen to our conversation to hear the benefits of a diverse workforce from both angles. Show Notes: Emmanuelle shared that one of her favourite music artists is Stromae. An artist that she always listens to is Ibrahim Maalouf, the trumpet player and her favourite song is True Sorry. She also highly recommends the book, 40 Rules Of Love by Elif Shafak. To connect with Emmanuelle, you can find her on LinkedIn and you can also find out more about the Yojoa organisation on their website, or follow them on LinkedIn. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

Join me in today's conversation with Eleni Janis, she is the managing partner and CIO of Equivico which is a female owned investment firm in New York. In our discussion, Eleni shares her thoughts and experiences around inequality and how the power of our curiosity and questions can make a difference in how systems are implemented over time. She has a personal passion for big change and believes that the best way to create equality is to increase access to capital, improve education and health care outcomes. Through the mission of Equivico Eleni and the organisation have helped to create a bridge between investors and small businesses who are in need of financial capital without bias. Show Notes: Eleni shared that one of her favourite books is Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari and she loves to read poems by Octavio Paz who is a philosopher and poet. One of her favourite poems is Ithaca by Constantine Cavafy as it has helped her to enjoy the journey and not only the destination. One of her favourite songs is Lean On Me by Bill Withers. To get in touch with Eleni, you can connect with her on LinkedIn and read her article feature on Family Office Insights. You can also find Equivico on LinkedIn and their website. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.