Learn the language you need to understand news stories in English. Find more at bbclearningenglish.com Follow us at bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus
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The humanitarian sector is built on principles, learning, and action. But in an increasingly complex world, how do we ensure assistance reaches those who need it most? How do we turn knowledge into meaningful change? ALNAP podcasts explore these critical questions from different angles. The Learning Curve delves into the challenges of learning in the sector, uncovering barriers to evidence-based action and discussing how we can improve humanitarian response through shared knowledge. A Matter ...
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The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader: Make a Greater Impact by Creating a High Performance Team while Avoiding Stress and Overwhelm
Aid for Aid Workers
Are you a humanitarian or international development leader who wants to make a greater impact without the overwhelm and overwork? If you want to create a high performance team that meets the changing demands of the humanitarian and development sector without sacrificing your wellbeing, you're in the right place! In less time than it takes to drink your powdered milk Nescafe you will learn: - How to empower a diverse team to perform their best despite cultural and personality differences - Wh ...
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Faith in development is a podcast of story-telling and conversation. Drawing on a wealth of knowledge and experience from sector experts, we'll share our learning and insight gained over more than 50 years of work in development worldwide. Tearfund is a Christian international development and humanitarian organisation working in over 50 countries worldwide, in partnership with communities, churches and local organisations.
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Humanitarian Conversations is a RedR Australia podcast exploring what it means to be a humanitarian in today’s world, hosted by Sally Cunningham and produced by Jill Farrar. Through interviews with notable humanitarians who have worked all over the globe, we learn about the surprising twists and turns in their careers and delve into the big issues facing the humanitarian sector. Tune in to a new episode every couple of months.
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Global Rights Defenders advocates for refugees & human rights worldwide. Tune in each week to learn more about humanitarian issues, and learn how you can help from home.
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Join us for ”Inside the Cambodia Project,” where student researcher Christian Pearson and professor Ben Beck discuss meaningful findings relating to sustainable business, corporate social responsibility, and firm growth in emerging markets such as Cambodia. Learn about the cutting-edge research that gets us out of bed every day and find your own passion to pursue humanitarian research endeavors. For more information, visit our website at www.cambodiaproject.com.
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This occasional podcast from the CALP Network looks in depth at the critical debates in humanitarian cash and voucher assistance (CVA). If you would like to take part or suggest topics for future episodes, get in touch at [email protected]. CALP is a global partnership of humanitarian actors engaged in policy, practice and research in CVA.
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Welcome to The Aid Market Podcast, where international development and humanitarian aid organizations connect to learn about funding trends and market insight. Join us as we hear from foreign aid leaders with USAID and other large donors, with updates and insight on their work. We explore topics including localization, artificial intelligence, proposal and grant funding best practices, and analyze data sources like the USAID Business Forecast. The Aid Market podcast is your comprehensive gui ...
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From the construction of virtual realities to the internet of things to the watches on our wrists—technology's influence is everywhere. Its role in our lives is evolving fast, and we're faced with riveting questions and tough challenges that sit at the intersection of technology and humanity. Listen in every Friday, with host, journalist Sherrell Dorsey, as TED speakers explore the way tech shapes how we think about society, science, design, business, and more. Follow Sherrell on Instagram @ ...
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Welcome to Mama Earth Talk. I am your host Mariska Nell. I am so grateful to have you here. If you are new to sustainability, already on the journey or just curious to learn more about the topic, then you are in the right spot. Mama Earth Talk is a podcast that takes a deep dive into the three pillars of sustainability (environmental, social and economic). Since its inception, it quickly grew into a forum that showcases the amazing hope through the incredible contribution many around the wor ...
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Learning sessions and webinars organized by the International Association of Professionals in Humanitarian Assistance and Protection open to members and the wider humanitarian community.
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Building more equitable and inclusive relationships and communities requires a commitment to increasing our understanding of diversity, inclusion, equity, and social justice in thought, and in practice. Actively committing ourselves to a lifetime of learning and critical self-reflection can show us the roles we can play in creating a better world by being the change we wish to see in it. Hosted by Social Worker, Social Justice Educator, Writer, and Organizational Consultant Relando Thompkins ...
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Why are infants still dying from preventable causes? How do national security policies impact the health of immigrants and refugees? What is voluntourism and can it harm the communities we intend to serve? The field of global health is vast, and the challenges can feel overwhelming. But learning about it shouldn’t be. Whether you're taking the first steps in the field of global health, a seasoned public health professional, or simply seeking inspiration from the stories of remarkable leaders ...
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Introducing Pioneers in Learning.
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What's happening globally, especially in the Middle East and North Africa, with Christianity, poverty alleviation work, and other humanitarian aid? Why should Christians care about and help believers of different religions? Join our team bi-weekly to learn more about what's happening in various countries. Hosted by Frontier Partners International at FrontierPartners.org
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When faced with an unexpected roadblock in business that left a lot of things to be determined, the TBD podcast was born! TBD is an honest conversation for brilliant coaches, consultants, helpers, and healers doing the sacred work of scaling their impact and bringing their full magic to the world. Business strategist & former psychotherapist, Megan Hale, combines her intuitive wisdom with business acumen to navigate the highs & lows of building your body of work with the most sustainable bus ...
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Marika' s purpose is to bring a glimpse of the humanitarian work into your living room. The School of Humanity podcast brings fascinating conversations, powerful stories and inspiring guests to talk about mental health, leadership and purpose when working in the worlds most complex crisis.
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The Logistics with Purpose series spotlights and celebrates organizations around the world who are dedicated to creating a positive impact. Co-hosted by representatives from Supply Chain Now and Vector Global Logistics, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the origin stories, change-making progress, and future plans of organizations who are actively making a difference. If you or your company want not just a dose of inspiration, but to learn by example, you won’t want to miss a single e ...
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The Global Interagency Security Forum podcast began in September 2017, when GISF was known as EISF, and currently features four series. Check out our latest series, Inclusive Security. To learn more about all of our podcast series see the link below: https://gisf.ngo/resources/?search=&topics=&types=podcast®ions=&languages=&gisf=yes #SecurityRiskMangement #Security #Risk #RiskManagement #Humanitarian #Development
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John Jesse Breslin is an accredited serial entrepreneur and dynamic humanitarian investor/sponsor. He is specialize in business development, stock trading, wellness coaching, legal services, and fundraising. His aims to instill positive change both at an individual and societal level.
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Imagine, a place where the best of science meets the best of in health, wellness, and spirituality. A place Where a new paradigm shift is now emerging and enlightened people all over the globe are banding together for a new era of healing for our people AND our planet that has never been seen before. At the forefront of this movement is Tom Paladino. Researcher, humanitarian, and inventor as we step into a new “dimension” of health with Tom and his guests and learn how to address your health ...
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Hi, my name is Kimber Vradenburg, and I've been a humanitarian practitioner for over 20 years. I love this work, because it continually asks me to reflect, grow, give the best of myself and live in my integrity. Specifically, I love working with practitioners in the field serving their own communities. They are the people upon whom every humanitarian effort depends. They are also systemically undervalued. Over two decades I’ve worked with these incredible practitioners, meeting as people wit ...
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SF’s Free to Learn initiatives are supported by a Florida Humanities Greater Good: Humanities in Academia Grant for SF’s project Humanities Behind & Beyond Bars. Project initiatives include a podcast series, Free to Learn: Education In and Out of Prison, two Ethics Slams to engage both the SF campus and broader Gainesville community in constructive dialogue about incarceration’s ethical, humanitarian dimensions, and a Spring Symposium, Unlocking Purpose and Potential, which will provide a pl ...
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Welcome to the Dr. Simon Heart to Heart Podcast. Dr. Norberto Schechtmann, also known as Dr. Simon was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, migrated to the United States and became a medical doctor over four decades ago. All of his life, Dr. Simon has seen suffering and has always worked to improve people's health. Dr. Simon had the honor and privilege to serve four years as Chief of Staff of Holmes Regional in Melbourne, Florida. He has shared his medical talents doing humanitarian w ...
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On seasons 1 and 2, we took a deep look into policing and criminal justice in America. This season on The Untold Story, we go even further, with three investigations of injustice happening in your own backyard. From executive producer Jay Ellis and Lemonada Media, this season covers how we can fix the humanitarian crisis happening at Rikers Island; why your tax dollars are funding software that leads to over policing in our most vulnerable communities; and the racist roots of the debunked me ...
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GeoSpeaks is a Podcast about geography. Thousands of high school students take AP Human Geography each year and learn about the world. This station is a way for students to highlight and discuss many topics that are discussed in their class over the year.
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Seismic Soundoff showcases conversations addressing the challenges of energy, water, and climate. Produced by the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG), these episodes celebrate and inspire the geophysicists of today and tomorrow. Three new episodes monthly.
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Looking for ways to reinvigorate your self-worth or help instill it in others? You're in the right place. Transacting Value Podcast is a weekly, episodic, conversation-styled podcast that instigates self-worth through personal values. We talk about the impacts of personal values on themes like job satisfaction, mitigating burnout, establishing healthy boundaries, enhancing self-worth, and deepening interpersonal relationships. This is a podcast about increasing satisfaction in life and your ...
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Achieving an end-state of "zero" has emerged as an important policy goal for a number of 21st Century challenges. The most prominent example is the "Global Zero" campaign to eliminate nuclear weapons. Yet, in a century of globalization, when the life of every individual is directly affected by a vast network of forces beyond their control, this concept has the power to inspire action on some of the most intractable problems of our time.
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Welcome to Faith Meets Academia! Struggling to connect your faith with everyday life, career ambitions, or academic pursuits? Hosted by a university professor and ordained minister, Dr. Adrian Reynolds, this podcast will help you translate your faith-based values into personal growth, professional development, and academic success. Faith Meets Academia emphasizes that faith and work can forge a mutually sustaining partnership. Each episode breaks down complex academic concepts into everyday ...
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Join Sophie, Clifford, and Lily to listen in on their conversations about culture, travel, relationships, and world-issues in relation to humanitarian causes and human rights. They also bring invited guests from various communities (such as the Stanford Online High School community), friends, and other instructors to have them share their unique views and perspectives.
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The award-winning podcast that takes us around the globe and into the real-life adventure of genuine service. Join Adam Asher as he interviews servant leaders and visionaries from some of the most inspiring humanitarian organizations in the world. Thank you for subscribing and sharing. For show notes, the video version of the podcast, links to additional platforms, and to learn more: TheEdgeOfAdventure.com/podcast Download the Rugged Compass mobile app and join our international community of ...
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Best friends and super-nerds, Debra Messing and Mandana Dayani meet 20 of their heroes. Each episode, they learn about the journeys each of these Dissenters took to find their purpose and how they found the courage to dissent. Guests include: Hillary Clinton, Jane Fonda, Patrisse Cullors, Eva Longoria, Adam Schiff, Jameela Jamil and Sophia Bush.
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The PINAcast brings together conversations from Some of the top thought leaders in the Permaculture space. Hear how they got started and created a career out of Permaculture. Learn how to bring Permaculture to the masses, or simply learn more about the history of the Permaculture movement. Get inspired to make positive changes in the world you live in!!
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BimTube's Mission We aim to build everyone’s digital knowledge with content and conversations to inspire and instigate 'Better Information Management' to enable better decisions, better infrastructure, better services, and better outcomes for our social, economic, and environmental infrastructure. Background The podcast's theme revolves around 'Better Information Management'—exploring how Digital, Data, and Technology enable other sectors, domains, activities, initiatives, and outcomes. Audi ...
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Redefined explores what happens when life's biggest challenges lead us on a transformative search for what matters most. After recently facing a near-death experience, renowned humanitarian and author Zainab Salbi has been on a quest to understand the connection between who we have been and who we must become. As Zainab continues her own vulnerable search, evaluating and re-evaluating matters of her own identity, she's reaching out to open-minded guests in this series of courageous, big-hear ...
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Unlock Meaning with David Brühlmann | Find Purpose, Achieve More, Live Your Best Life
David Brühlmann: Entrepreneur, Author of Single for a Season, and Leadership Coach
Are you looking for a way to live a more meaningful and purposeful life? Do you wonder how you can achieve more and live fulfilled? Join us and learn faith-based tips, strategies, and mindsets to live your life of purpose. David Brühlmann will provide perspectives based on his experience as a scientist, executive biotech leader, author, and humanitarian that will help you live a life of significance. He also engages in candid conversations with inspirational Christ-followers from various bac ...
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Talks, chats and discussions about all things migration. Visit the website and sign up to the mailing list at homelandsadvisory.com/podcast.
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Hi, I am zbrah and I like talking to people. I believe we all can learn from one another and in some cases be inspired as well. I hope that you can learn something new, maybe have a new perspective on life or be inspired to try something different or to pursue your dreams. I talk to wide variety of human beings and have a friendly and fun conversation, nothing is off limits. FOLLOW@ https://www.instagram.com/zmanzbrah https://www.instagram.com/tastemakers_tastytuesdays
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Resilience Is Everything: Personal Growth & Leadership Insights To Win Big
Rene Godefroy: Global Motivational Keynote Speaker and humanitarian
Are you ready to transform adversity into your stepping stone for success? If so, ”Resilience Is Everything” is your must-listen podcast! Each episode is like a lesson in overcoming challenges, great for anyone looking to improve their personal and professional resilience. Why tune in? Here’s what sets Resilience is Everything apart: - Inspiring Real-Life Stories: Hear from individuals who have turned their greatest fears into bold achievements. - Actionable Guidance: Learn not just to survi ...
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Food Tank's Danielle Nierenberg chats with the most important folks in the food industry about the most important food news, released every Thursday.
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The Prison Podcast gives voice to survivors of violent crimes and the individuals convicted of those crimes, uncovering powerful stories that are often excluded from public discourse. Hosted by Diane Kahn, Executive Director of Humans of San Quentin, the podcast focuses on the transformative process of Victim Offender Dialogue—a facilitated meeting in a prison setting where survivors of harm meet face-to-face with those responsible for it. This process allows both sides to share their experi ...
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Podcasting Social Work is a platform for educators, learners, social workers, and activists to share your stories, knowledge and skills to empower communities and transform lives. The podcast episodes are focusing on various topics such as social, economic, cultural, and environment issues; and various social work practices to address poverty, marginalization and injustice across the world. Moreover, podcast episodes also focusing on teaching pedagogy, reflective practice, global citizenship ...
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This is HCD: The Podcast for Human-Centered Design Enthusiasts Welcome to This is HCD, the premier podcast for human-centered design, with over 1 million downloads and hosted by Gerry Scullion. Our mission is to empower designers, changemakers, and innovators to craft a more inclusive and thoughtful future. Each episode brings you engaging conversations with leading voices across service design, UX, interaction design, product management, and more. Together, we explore the nuances of what it ...
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"Friendship is common ground on a battlefield. True friendship is solidifying that common ground on a battlefield." First and foremost, we are true friends to one another. Knowing of each other for years, we just became friends in the same year that we've decided to become business partners. Truthfully, what brought us close together was the common ground we'd shared. Both strongly opinionated, humanitarian-like characteristics, complex mindsets, fierce and mentally unstoppable. We share obv ...
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Welcome to the Little Star Light Podcast It is exciting to have you as a listener of Little Star Light, a podcast dedicated to sharing stories of courage and inspiration with our hosts and guests during uplifting, entertaining and intriguing conversations. Thank you for joining us. Each of us have a great story to live, you included. Hear and learn from, be inspired by and benefit from respected industry experts, brave pathfinders, curious adventurers, determined innovators, creative warrior ...
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The Caring and Funding Podcast powered by CAF America celebrates philanthropy, donors, and charities working together around the globe making our world a better place for everyone.
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Sudan war: 'World's worst humanitarian crisis'
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7:13The war in Sudan is the biggest humanitarian crisis in the world today, say charities. Find full subtitles and a worksheet for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2025/250416 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us✔️ https:…
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75. Humanitarian Engineering and Service Learning: The AQUA-Villanova Connection
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26:06How does an engineering student shift their career ambitions from big pharma to global health challenges? In this episode of the global health podcast, we learn from Lizzy Loughnane, an engineer who transitioned to humanitarian engineering after joining Villanova University's service learning program. Lizzy shares her journey working on water sanit…
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Resilience in Action: Turning Trauma into Triumph with Ann Marie Thrives
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49:20Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! When life knocks you down, what makes the difference between staying down and rising stronger? Ann Marie Thrives shares a masterclass in resilience, shaped by her extraordinary journey from childhood immigration to America, a devastating car accident that left her temporarily paralyz…
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5 Signs Your Team Feels Disempowered and What to Do For Greater Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Supervisor
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18:58Is your team feeling empowered or could they be achieving more? If you're supervising a humanitarian or development team, it's essential to understand how disempowerment silently sabotages motivation and progress. In this episode, you'll learn to recognize the subtle signs of disempowerment and shift your leadership approach to unlock your team's f…
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Principles for prioritising & allocating humanitarian needs: A discussion with Hugo Slim
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29:19In this episode of 'A Matter of Priorities,' our host Alice Obrecht continues her conversation with Hugo Slim on his work with the Norwegian Center for Humanitarian Studies. The discussion focuses on more detailed principles for prioritising and allocating humanitarian resources, such as the principle of shared responsibility. He explores how geopo…
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Will AI make us the last generation to read and write? | Victor Riparbelli
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17:58Technology is changing our world — and how we communicate — at an astonishing rate. So much so that entrepreneur Victor Riparbelli predicts that artificial intelligence will drive audio and video to replace text as our primary form of communication by the end of this decade. He imagines a world where anyone can create a Hollywood film, receive pers…
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485. Dr. Ismahane Elouafi on the Hope that Lies in Scientific Innovation
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35:59On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dr. Ismahane Elouafi, Executive Managing Director of CGIAR, the world's largest global agricultural innovation network. They talk about the impact of global events on farmers, the hope that science brings and why it’s so important to invest in research, and the technology that will make careers in…
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Ep. 47 Changing Federal Funding Market Series Episode II - Monica Harris, former Senior IT Acquisition Advisor, DHS
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31:03Monica Harris, former DHS Senior IT Acquisition Advisor, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the federal funding market. The conversation focuses on how evaluation criteria are determined, government's evaluation and award process, proposal tips, and how to influence before the RFP drops. Resources: GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Support: https://www.go…
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Sustainability with Intention: Izzie Ali on Ethical Supply Chains at Coyuchi
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28:33In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter interview Izzie Ali, Director of Operations at Coyuchi. Izzie shares insights into his career journey, the importance of sustainability in supply chain management, and Coyuchi's commitment to eco-friendly practices. He discusses the company's innovative program that…
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What happens after the Pope dies? Find full subtitles and a worksheet for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2025/250423 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus SUBSCRIBE TO…
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Episode 23 - Humor, Habits, and Hidden Wisdom
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33:01Host Christian Pearson and assistant producer Carson Frederiksen take an anthropological look at the Khmer people, diving deep into their unique sense of humor, subtle mannerisms, and social norms. Carson shares some of the most valuable lessons he learned from living in Cambodia, and Christian takes a closer look at how the Khmer culture may infor…
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Reframing Identity with Julie Ulstrup: How Photography Reveals Our True Selves
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43:30Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What if seeing yourself through another lens could completely transform your self-perception? TEDx speaker and professional photographer Julie Ulstrup takes us on a journey exploring how the images we hold of ourselves shape our relationships, career paths, and sense of worth. Julie …
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Understanding and Overcoming Procrastination as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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24:40Are you constantly putting off donor reports, team reviews, or budget tasks — and then beating yourself up for it? If you're a modern NGO leader, you understand procrastination may not be about laziness at all. In this episode, we uncover how your thought patterns, not your workload, are likely behind your delay — and how this hidden mental loop mi…
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AI, “normies,” and ethical consumption algorithms with Julia Longoria | Good Robot
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20:33“The AI revolution is here. Can we build a Good Robot?” asks Vox’s newest miniseries, Good Robot. Join host Julia Longoria in conversation with Sherrell to discuss the ideological divide within the AI community. Sherrell and Julia talk about how Julia leverages her background as a Supreme Court reporter to condense complex topics into accessible an…
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484. The U.S. Pushes for a ‘Back to Basics’ Approach at FAO, the Latest on Humanitarian Aid Funding, Advice for Young People Coming of Age, and a conversation with Will Masters on the Billions of Eaters ...
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41:24On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Will Masters, a Professor in the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, with a secondary appointment in Tufts University's Department of Economics. They talk about U.S. tariffs on imported goods, how measuring the cost of a healthy diet can drive policy change, and the frustrating setbac…
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256: Creating Value with 4D - Lessons from a Global Forum
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21:12“It’s more than just getting data - it's about inspiring your organization to take action on it.”In this episode, host Andrew Geary talks with Adam Bucki, Co-Chair for the 4D Forum, held in Galveston, TX, in November 2024. The forum brought together geophysicists, engineers, and decision-makers to explore how 4D seismic can create value, reduce cyc…
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Eye Health and Economic Growth: A Vision Worth Investing In... w/ Jack Hennessy
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47:04Ever thought about how a quick cataract surgery or a new pair of glasses might change not just someone's life, but an entire community's future? We're diving into that idea today, exploring how the economics of eye health can drive significant changes globally. Our guest, Jack Hennessey, brings over a decade of experience in health economics, tackl…
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Rediscovering Yourself After Divorce: A Conversation with Tracey Gramenz
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51:54Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Are you feeling lost in the aftermath of a divorce? You are not alone. In our latest episode of Transacting Value, we dive deep into the emotional turmoil and transformational opportunities that divorce often presents. Join the conversation with Tracey Gramenz, a divorce coach, who s…
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How To Know If You're Truly a Successful Leader as a Humanitarian and International Development Supervisor
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24:33What really makes someone a successful leader—and how might the popular definition of a "successful leader" be wrong? If you're in the NGO sector, you may have unknowingly adopted a definition of leadership rooted in power, prestige, or control. In this episode, we’ll challenge that idea and explore a more inspiring, sustainable version of success—…
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The magic intelligence in the sky | Good Robot
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46:00This episode is part of a feed swap from our friend at Vox’s Unexplainable podcast. Good Robot is a miniseries hosted by Julia Longoria. Today’s episode, “The magic intelligence in the sky” examines how before AI became a mainstream obsession, one thinker sounded the alarm about its catastrophic potential. So why are so many billionaires and tech l…
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483. A Nutritionist’s Thoughts on MAHA, Strengthening Indigenous Foodways, Staff Cuts at USDA, and a conversation with Andy Jarvis on the Creativity, Innovation, and Funding Needed for Food Systems Transformation ...
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40:00On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Andy Jarvis, Director for the Future of Food at the Bezos Earth Fund. They discuss the kind of solutions emerging in response to today’s crises, the need to re-orient existing money to drive food and agriculture systems transformation, and Jarvis’ faith in human ingenuity. Plus, hear about author …
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76. Why Aren't We Teaching Mindfulness in the Classroom? w/ Annamarie Fernyak
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28:47In today's rapidly changing educational landscape, where classroom challenges like lockdown drills, information overload, and teacher burnout are increasingly common, one question arises: Why isn't mindfulness a mandatory part of our educational curriculum? Our guest, Annamarie Fernyak, founder of MindBodyAlign, shares her journey of introducing mi…
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Small Actions, Lasting Change: Kate Williams with 1% for the Planet
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39:09In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, host Kristi Porter interviews Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet. Kate shares insights into her background, the importance of environmental sustainability, and the mission of 1% for the Planet, which encourages businesses to donate 1% of their revenues to environmental causes. The discussion highligh…
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255: Generative, Physics-Informed and Agentic AI in Geophysics
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28:54"We’re not replacing geophysicists; we’re giving them superpowers to analyze data faster and better."Explore the cutting-edge world of generative and physics-informed AI with Vladimir Kazei, guest editor for The Leading Edge. AI is transforming geophysics, from revolutionizing seismic imaging to pushing the boundaries of computational efficiency. V…
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How are Trump's latest tariffs affecting the global economy? Find full subtitles and a worksheet for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2025/250409 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learning…
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From Surviving to Thriving: Lessons Learned After Trauma with Dina Lantzer
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53:20Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Join us in this heartfelt and profound episode of Transacting Value as we explore the transformative power of resilience through the lived experiences of our guest, Dina Lantzer. From a challenging upbringing in a domestically violent environment to navigating the aftermath of a suic…
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193: Hope in Action with Dr. Jane Goodall
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20:47In this episode, we celebrate the incredible life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall — world-renowned primatologist, environmentalist, and lifelong advocate for animals and the planet. During this very special episode, we reflect on her 91st birthday and share highlights from a rare and personal interview I had the honor of recording with her. We explo…
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3 Steps to Build a Higher Performance Team without Adding to Your Workload as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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18:46Still juggling team development and daily tasks like they’re two different jobs? What if they didn’t have to be? As a NGO leader, you’re constantly pulled between delivering on project goals and trying to empower your team. But what if your everyday work could also be a powerful training ground for building a stronger team—without needing extra hou…
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Have we reached the limit of computer power? | Sajan Saini and George Zaidan
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9:45Moore’s Law states that every 1 to 2 years the number of transistors that can fit on a given size computer chip will double. Thanks to this law, chips have gotten smaller, faster, more efficient, and cheaper. But today, there are four key problems that trip up this trend, potentially ending Moore’s Law and fundamentally changing how computing progr…
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482. Earthquake in Southeast Asia, What a Drop of Global Aid Means for Child Hunger, and a Conversation with Kimber Lanning on Building an Inclusive Food Economy
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33:19On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Kimber Lanning, Founder and CEO of Local First Arizona. They discuss the value of desert-friendly crops in a changing climate, the fear that many immigrant business leaders are living with, and the power that communities can build through place-based, local economies. Plus, hear about the limited …
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Ep. 46 Changing Federal Funding Market Series Episode I - Christy Hollywood, Business Development Consultant
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27:43Christy Hollywood, Senior Business Development Consultant, joins Mike Shanley to discuss key trends shaping federal business development and capture, strategies for competing and winning in a shifting market, emerging opportunities and challenges, and what this means for business development teams. Resources: - GovDiscovery AI Federal Capture Suppo…
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Myanmar has begun five days of national mourning following an earthquake in the country. Find full subtitles and a worksheet for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2025/250402 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ ht…
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Resetting humanitarian needs: A discussion with Hugo Slim
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25:13In this episode of 'A Matter of Priorities,' as the sector as a whole looks at a 'humanitarian reset,' our host Alice Obrecht delves into the definition of a humanitarian need with Hugo Slim and how these boundaries might be redefined. The episode features insights from Hugo Slim, a senior research fellow at the University of Oxford, who discusses …
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Elizabeth Shortino, Former Acting U.S. Executive Director at the IMF, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the role of the IMF and U.S. Executive Director, how the IMF assesses political risk, IMF engagement in emerging and frontier markets, and insights for business expanding into new markets. BIOGRAPHY: Elizabeth Shortino recently served as the Acting U…
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254: Why Companies and Individuals Should Invest in Humanitarian Science
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28:58“For companies, supporting GWB isn’t just philanthropy – it’s a smart investment in the future of geophysics and global resilience.”Geoscientists without Borders (GWB) is changing lives using geophysics to tackle real-world humanitarian challenges. In this episode, Bob Merrill, Chair of the GWB Steering Committee, shares inspiring stories of geophy…
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Social Heat: Why Some Talks Thrive While Others Dive with Dr. Amanda Kenderes
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44:04Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Have you ever wondered why some conversations flow effortlessly while others feel stilted and awkward? In this episode of Transacting Value, we dive into a captivating discussion with Dr. Amanda Kenderes about her transformative talk type model. Through her research, she established …
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How to Create the Change You Want as a NGO Leader
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21:25Are you unknowingly giving up control over your career, leadership, and well-being? This episode reveals how NGO leaders often underestimate their influence—and what you can do about it today. In this episode you'll discover: The three most common ways NGO leaders give up their power—and how to stop doing so. How to rethink career progression and c…
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How AI can bridge the Deaf and hearing worlds | Adam Munder
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6:44Software engineer Adam Munder is on a mission to break down communication barriers between the Deaf and hearing worlds. In a live demo, he introduces OmniBridge — an AI platform that translates American Sign Language into English text in real time — and demonstrates how this tech could ensure every conversation can be fully understood, regardless o…
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481. Farmers’ Discontent Grows, a New Ban on GMO Corn, Legislation to Protect Pollinators, and a conversation with Dr. Antony Chapoto on Strengthening Agricultural Research in African Countries
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49:38On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dr. Antony Chapoto, Executive Director of the African Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ANAPRI) Secretariat. They discuss the importance of localization and capacity building to improve food and agriculture systems across Africa, the effect that soil degradation has had on farmer…
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The Future of Purpose-Driven Business: Insights from B Lab U.S. & Canada's Jorge Fontanez
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40:49In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome Jorge Fontanez, CEO of B Lab U.S. and Canada, to the show. Jorge discusses his background, the growth and impact of B Lab, and the importance of B Corp certification. Listen as Jorge emphasizes the role of community, continuous improvement, and aligning busi…
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Turkey protests after political rival jailed
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7:14There have been protests in Turkey after the president's main political rival was jailed. Find full subtitles and a worksheet for this episode at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/learning-english-from-the-news_2025/250326 FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ h…
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74. Feedswap: Narratives of Purpose, "On Eradicating Period Poverty"
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35:41For our first ever feedswap, I'm excited to bring you episode 63 of "Narratives of Purpose" - a podcast hosted by a new friend of mine, Claire Murigande, that features global changemakers discussing social impact topics that include, youth empowerment, global health equity, and sustainable food systems. This one is on eradicating period poverty fea…
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The Healing Power of Storytelling: From Law Enforcement to Law School with Thomas Carchidi
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49:53Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What happens when a retired law enforcement officer embarks on a new journey of self-discovery? Join us as we chat with Thomas Carchidi, an inspiring figure whose life story is woven with resilience, heritage, and transformation. As the only child of Italian immigrants, Thomas shares…
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