Join us on a journey of discovery as we delve into the experiences of career-driven professionals striving to make an impact in today's fast-paced professional world. Hosted by Valerie Leung and Meryn Zumbo Willetts, we share personal stories and explore topics such as impact in the workplace, trade-offs in doing good, life conundrums, work-life balance, entrepreneurship, and riding the larger social and climate impact movement. Hear from like-minded individuals who share a passion for creating change and join the conversation.
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Nobel Peace Center Special: Humanity in the Digital Age with Pardis Shafafi
Recorded at the Nobel Peace Center during Oslo Innovation Week for the Peace of Mind Podcast series, this Modern Idealist episode explores how humanity can survive and thrive in the digital age. Hosts Valerie Leung and Meryn Zumbo Willets speak with Pardis Shafafi, anthropologist practitioner and previously the Global Responsible Business Lead at Designit Oslo, whose rare profile combines humanitarian work, journalism, and ethical innovation. Together, they unpack the paradox of a world that is both advancing and unraveling, asking how we can face complexity, show up purposefully, and take concrete action in our lives and workplaces to drive meaningful change.
4 Aug 2025
S2 Ep3: Climate tech ventures, corporate sustainability, and personal responsibility with Sophie Bruusgaard Jewett
In this conversation, Sophie, co-founder and CEO of Morescope, shares her journey into the climate action space, discussing her background, the importance of technology in decarbonization, and the challenges posed by EU regulations. The discussion highlights the intersection of individual actions and corporate responsibility, emphasizing the need for a shift in mindset towards sustainability. Sophie also addresses the opportunities and challenges in the sustainability landscape, advocating for a future where sustainable business practices are integral to success.
16 Jul 2025
S2 Ep2: Decolonizing minds and unpacking cultural narratives
In this conversation, we're joined by our guest, Sahibzada Mayed (they/them), where they discuss their journey as a first-generation immigrant and the complexities of navigating identity, land, and decolonization. They reflect on the importance of reconnecting with ancestry, unlearning sanitized histories, and the role of research in reclamation. The dialogue explores the nuances of cultural appropriation versus appreciation, the violence of colonization, and the need for resistance. Mayed emphasizes the significance of connecting across experiences to foster true solidarity and imagines new futures rooted in collective liberation.
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