Best European Southern Observatory Podcasts (2025)

Join us for an insightful conversation with Yvonne Helle, former UNDP special representative and senior leader who climbed from entry-level P1 to D2 over 31 years in the UN system.In this candid interview, Yvonne shares her experiences navigating some of the world's most challenging contexts—Haiti, Sudan, Palestine, and Syria—while offering practic…

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87. Breaking the Myth: Your Guide to Working at INTERPOL 45:49

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Think INTERPOL is just for cops chasing international criminals? Think again! Join us as we sit down with Danielle Garcia (Head of Talent Acquisition) and Magda Vigoureux (Assistant Director in Corporate Services) to reveal the surprising truth about careers at the world's largest international police organization.Discover how professionals from 13…

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86. From Intern to Executive: A Costa Rican Lawyer's Journey to Leading HR at the OECD 54:23

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Ever wondered what it takes to reach the top at the OECD—the organization shaping global economic policy for 38 countries?Meet Daniel Fuster, Head of Human Resources at the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, who transformed from a questioning young lawyer in Costa Rica to leading talent strategy at one of the world's most influe…

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85. Karim Benammar: Why This Amsterdam Philosopher Is Revolutionizing How We Think About Hiring 57:33

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Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Amsterdam-based philosopher Karim Benammar, who's challenging the very foundations of how we recruit and think about talent. In this episode, Karim shares his radical ideas about hiring – from why you should consider candidates who 'hate' your company to why university degrees might be completely ir…

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84. Pursuing a Career in Humanitarian Work: Pathways to Joining the ICRC 36:24

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Ready to make a real impact? Join Mohini Ghai-Kramer, Head of Learning and Development at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), as she reveals what it really takes to break into humanitarian work.Discover the two distinct career pathways at ICRC - the specialist route for experts and the unique generalist path developed in-house. Lea…

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83. Breaking Barriers: How Neurodivergent Professionals can Thrive in International Organizations 40:41

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Join Satomi Ogata, founder of Beyond Bias and late-diagnosed neurodivergent HR professional, as she shares 15 years of insights from international organizations. Discover why traditional DEI approaches often fail neurodivergent talent, learn practical strategies for creating truly inclusive workplaces, and get game-changing interview questions to e…

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82. Building Highways of Knowledge: Exploring Careers at the European Southern Observatory 45:32

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Join Fiona Brazil, Head of HR at the European Southern Observatory, for insights into careers building the world's most powerful telescopes. From 8-day shifts in Chile's Atacama Desert to engineering the "Extremely Large Telescope," discover what it's really like working for an organization that pushes the boundaries of human knowledge.Fiona shares…

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81. How One WHO Staff Member Sparked a Global Movement 44:28

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When WHO economist Tania Cernuschi couldn't sleep through her children's coughing in January 2025, she had an audacious idea: what if one billion people each donated just one dollar to support global health? Within days of launching the One World Movement, it was raising $10,000 daily and has now generated over $500,000 from 10,000+ supporters.In t…

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80. How Amar Bokhari Transformed His Family Business into a Social Enterprise Powerhouse 50:30

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After 20 years at the United Nations, Amar Bokhari took a leap of faith to revitalize his family's textile business in Pakistan. In this episode, discover how he transformed a traditional rug company into a thriving social enterprise that employs 450 people, provides free education to 1,000 children, and operates on 100% solar power. Amar shares hi…

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79. Christel Adamou, OPEC Fund: Shaping International Development with a People-Centered Approach 25:05

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Christel Adamou, HR Director at the OPEC Fund for International Development. Discover what makes this Vienna-based multilateral development bank unique, from its diverse workforce to its focus on impactful projects fighting poverty worldwide. Christel shares valuable career advice from her 20 years in int…

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78. IDB's Ines Olano Shares Insights on Cross-Cultural Leadership and Women's Development 35:44

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In this episode of the Impactpool podcast series, we meet with Ines Olano, Chief of Talent Management at the Inter-American Development Bank. With 30 years of global experience at companies like Unilever, Bayer, and Honeywell, Ines shares insights on cross-cultural leadership, women's development initiatives, and her transition from corporate to de…

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77. Sarah Clapham, OPCW: Neurodivergent woman breaking barriers in science and diplomacy 46:11

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In this Impactpool podcast, we sit down with Sarah Clapham, Science Policy Officer at the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Sarah shares her remarkable journey from chemistry researcher to international policy expert while offering valuable insights into navigating STEM fields as both a woman and a neurodivergent professi…

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76. International Relocation and Driving Impact: A Look Inside AIIB with Scott Fitzgerald 42:13

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In this episode we meet with Scott Fitzgerald, Head of Talent Acquisition at the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. We speak about how this multilateral organization is powering sustainable infrastructure across Asia, from renewable energy in Kazakhstan to satellite connectivity in Indonesia. Scott shares insights from his journey from rural Can…

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75. From Service Industry to UNICEF: How Eugenia Olliaro's early work shaped her Humanitarian Path 33:51

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In this inspiring Impactpool Podcast, Eugenia Olliaro shares her remarkable career path from working in the service industry to becoming the Manager of Data Governance at UNICEF. Music by Merlijn Angad Gaur / Musical MinutesEugenia speaks about how her experiences across nearly ten countries shaped her perspective, from her early work with migrant …

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Look into the stunning RCW 38 star cluster 1:05

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Look into the stunning RCW 38 star cluster 1:05

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74. From Cultural Exchange to Global Impact: A Conversation with UNDP's Jean-Luc Marcelin 41:01

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What does it take to build a career advancing sustainable development across cultures and continents? Hear Jean-Luc Marcelin, Talent Acquisition and Partnership Specialist at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) share his journey in international development and valuable insights for aspiring UN professionals!Music by Merlijn Angad Gaur …

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73. Micheal Conneely - Director, Human Resources Management at UNIDO - Reimagining Careers and HR 42:51

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From military service to managing global talent - in this episode, we meet with Micheal Conneely, Director of Human Resources Management at UNIDO.Micheal shares his fresh perspectives on how traditional career paths are evolving in international organizations; how to ensure promoting diversity and inclusion in a global workforce; the role of AI and…

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First ever binary star found near Sgr A* | ESO News 1:23

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First ever binary star found near Sgr A* | ESO News 1:23

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72. Impactpool Podcast - An internship with the Green Climate Fund 12:48

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In this episode, intern Emma Nijssen takes us behind the scenes at the Green Climate Fund (GCF), sharing insights from her roles in accreditation and investment operations. From navigating project partnerships to discovering unexpected career opportunities, Emma discusses what it really takes to join this unique climate finance institution and make…

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First zoomed-in picture of an extragalactic star | ESO News 1:27

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First zoomed-in picture of an extragalactic star | ESO News 1:27

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71. Daiga Barone - Talent Acquisition Team Lead at the ICC 36:37

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In this Impactpool Podcast, we meet with the ICC's Talent Acquisition Team Lead, Daiga Barone. We look at the challenges and strategies of recruitment and human resources management; Daiga shares her own diverse career path, from the private sector to the public service of the ICC, and discusses the ICC's efforts to efficiently process a surge of j…

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Most distant rotating galaxy yet is a space oddity | ESO News 1:00

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Most distant rotating galaxy yet is a space oddity | ESO News 1:00

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New planet discovered orbiting closest single star to our Sun | ESO News 1:06

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New planet discovered orbiting closest single star to our Sun | ESO News 1:06

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70. Michael Emery - Director, Division for Human Resources Management at the IOM 34:34

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Impactpool meets with Michael Emery, Director, Division for Human Resources Management at IOM - UN Migration. Micheal has a long working history in HR and dare we say it, always interesting stories to share!In this podcast we speak about his broad experience as an HR director, his take on advancing an inclusive workplace; the positive impact the Co…

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69. Sophie Rwegera Khadhraoui - Head of Staffing Division at the ICRC 34:15

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In this podcast, we meet with Sophie Rwegera Khadhraoui who is the Head of Staffing Division at the International Committee of the Red Cross.In our discussion we touch upon Sophie’s career path in the ICRC, the insights that data analytics bring in the decision-making process for workforce planning, and how the ICRC nurtures talent and facilitates …

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68. Liza Rubinstein - Head of Impact at Carbon Equity 38:50

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In this Impactpool podcast episode, we meet with Liza Rubinstein - Co-Founder and Head of Impact at Carbon Equity. Carbon Equity focuses on investments in climate technology solutions with a vision of a carbon net-zero economy. Through different investment portfolios, it enables investors to contribute to a sustainable future - a true company with …

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Record-breaking stellar black hole found nearby | ESO News 1:18

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Record-breaking stellar black hole found nearby | ESO News 1:18

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Clash of stars solves stellar mystery | ESO News 1:05

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Clash of stars solves stellar mystery | ESO News 1:05

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67. Deepa Pindolia - Global Health Consultant at the WHO 35:08

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In this Impactpool podcast, we meet with global health expert Dr. Deepa Pindolia. Deepa has over a decade of experience in strategically leading malaria and Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) programs across Africa. Amongst others, she has worked for the Clinton Health Access Initiative and is now employed as a Consultant at the World Health Organisa…

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66. Terre des Hommes - The issue of girls marriages in Asia 22:21

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In this podcast Regional Director Asia Bushra Zulfiqar speaks about why girls get married early; what can be done, what is being done to address this issue and the challenges Terre des Hommes encounters to arrive at a child-marriage-free Asia.Globally, each year, 12 million girls are married before the age of 18. This is 23 girls every minute and o…

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Survey reveals secrets of planet birth around dozens of stars | ESOcast Light 1:29

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Survey reveals secrets of planet birth around dozens of stars | ESOcast Light 1:29

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New link found between water and planet formation | ESOcast Light 1:29

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New link found between water and planet formation | ESOcast Light 1:29

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65. Olufemi Elias - Legal Expert, Judge and former Registrar IRMCT 38:31

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In this podcast, we meet with Olufemi Elias, former Registrar (United Nations Assistant Secretary-General) of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT). Today, he works as an independent Judge for ‘Administrative Tribunals’ and a visiting Professor in International Law at Queen Mary, University of London.Amongst others, we…

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Metal scar found on cannibal star | ESOcast Light 1:16

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Using ESO’s Very Large Telescope, astronomers have found a metal ‘scar’ imprinted on the surface of a dead star. This video summarises the discovery.By European Southern Observatory

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Metal scar found on cannibal star | ESOcast Light 1:16

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Using ESO’s Very Large Telescope, astronomers have found a metal ‘scar’ imprinted on the surface of a dead star. This video summarises the discovery.

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Astronomers identify record-breaking quasar | ESOcast Light 1:11

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Astronomers have characterised the most luminous quasar observed to date, which is powered by the fastest-growing black hole. This black hole is growing in mass by the equivalent of one Sun per day. The matter being pulled in toward this black hole forms a disc that measures seven light-years in diameter — about 15 000 times the distance from the S…

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Astronomers identify record-breaking quasar | ESOcast Light 1:11

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Astronomers have characterised the most luminous quasar observed to date, which is powered by the fastest-growing black hole. This black hole is growing in mass by the equivalent of one Sun per day. The matter being pulled in toward this black hole forms a disc that measures seven light-years in diameter — about 15 000 times the distance from the S…

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64. Paolo Bernasconi - Director of HR at OSCE 39:02

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In this episode of our Impactpool podcast series, we meet with Paolo Bernasconi, the Director of Human Resources of the OSCE.We discuss quite a few topics that have to do with attitudes and behaviours in the workplace.In the discussion, Paolo speaks about the importance of vulnerability: we speak about HR being a safe space and the importance it pl…

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Supernovae give rise to black holes or neutron stars (ESOcast 269 Light) 1:29

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Astronomers have found a direct link between the explosive deaths of massive stars and the formation of the most compact and enigmatic objects in the Universe — black holes and neutron stars. This video summarises the discovery.By European Southern Observatory