In YOUth We Trust sits down with successful entrepreneurs, business leaders, educators, and others from around the world. We spotlight how individuals & organizations are shaping a better world, directly or indirectly, for the coming generations through their focus on sustainability, equity, education, and more to empower young people to create the future they deserve.
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Education is Broken: Paul Lindley’s Bold Vision for Change
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45:39Fostering entrepreneurship and innovation among youth is essential for navigating and improving our rapidly changing society. Paul Lindley, founder of Ella’s Kitchen and Chancellor of Reading University, talks about the challenges today’s youth face. He covers issues like a changing world, digital transformation, and the importance of entrepreneurs…
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Matthew Swibel and Kaanji Irby: Why AI can be a powerful ally for people and profit
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45:09AI can drive workplace equity and sustainability, enhancing operational efficiency across the diamond industry. Matthew Swibel, Vice President for Sustainability and Social Impact at Signet Jewelers; Kaanji Irby, Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Signet Jewelers together had a conversation on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and clim…
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Governments should run like startups. Their silos are well past sell by date
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44:59Lord Ed Vaizey, business adviser, broadcaster, speaker, and Member of the House of Lords, shares his insights on education, technology, government structures and role of entrepreneurs in solving national problems. As a minister who drove a lot of digital infrastructure development in the UK, introduced coding into the school curricula and much more…
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Only the paranoid will survive as we embrace a world with AI
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37:22The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. Ben Page, CEO of the leading market research firm Ipsos, uses his knowledge as a student of history to educate us on how AI is similar to the invention of printing and will bring sweeping changes in society. He is an AI optimist but again cites examples of how humanity can make …
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Secret sauce of exceptional professionals? Self-Awareness & Compassion!
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47:10“You can wait and hope that organizations will take action. But my question consistently would be is ‘What are you as an individual doing about it, whether that's your education, the climate, or AI?’” Self-awareness, compassion, and agility in professional success, the evolving education system, and the impact of AI on job creation and skill develo…
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Why Young Women Need to Ask 'Why Not?' - Laney Brown on Gender Equity and Sustainability
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38:04"Why not? It's a question we need to ask more often, especially in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges like gender equity and climate change." Laney Brown talks about her lifelong commitment to gender equity and sustainability, sharing how bold questions and innovative thinking can drive real change. Laney Brown is the Chief Sustainabil…
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Gavin Towler on the positive impact of Aviation, Immigration and Education on humanity in the last 100 years
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47:21“We have to change how we live and have a societal consensus around that. And for that to happen, we've got to talk to people. So I spent a lot of my time talking to different audiences about sustainability” Today, we sit down with Gavin Towler, a leading scientist who has spearheaded the charge to make air travel sustainable through green aviation…
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Academia Changes One Grave at a Time but AI will Reshape everything
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36:22“We need to address the carbon footprint of AI and work towards energy-efficient modeling to minimize its impact on sustainability.” In this podcast episode, Prashant Raizada interviews Risto Miikkulainen about his long journey in artificial intelligence (AI) and how it shapes education and sustainability. Risto shares how his fascination with AI b…
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Ethical AI Development: Steven Eliuk's Blueprint for Trustworthy AI
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33:03“Data scientists and people that work in AI, we're able to showcase kinda what we wanna showcase. But that's hugely problematic. Right? Because usually you have a boss, and you're trying to show that boss what the boss wants.” AI model biases, the concept of "ethical debt," and the challenges of AI trust, especially in regions outside the Western d…
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Listening to both sides: Sandy Nessing on Sustainability, Journalism and Empowering Youth
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35:25When we talk about climate change, we tend to talk about carbon emissions, renewables, steel in the ground. We can't forget the people and the communities, whether it's the workforce in those plants that are being retired or the communities where those plants are retired and leaving a big void.” Discover how American Electric Power (AEP) is paving …
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Dana Haidan "unpacks" the complexities of gender equity & sustainability to inspire change
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37:32"For me, gender was a big, big defining aspect of my identity. But also, another defining aspect is climate change. Young people in the external work that we do, have been a big part of the way we shape the strategy. And so especially our strategy centered on 3 main areas, carbon reduction in our business and decarbonizing the business." In today’s…
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Driving Change: Dr. Gayle Schueller's Insights on Global Sustainability and Science Innovation
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34:57"Look at the innovations. I don't want to give too many examples here, but electric vehicles, if it weren't for Tesla making electric vehicles aspirational, I don't think we would be where we are now with the transformation towards electrifying transportation. I think that there are breakthroughs that hopefully somebody listening to this today, a y…
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The Wisdom of Adaptability in an AI-Driven World with George Corugedo
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34:22"So how about if we put, an app, an AI model in that device that helps kids calm down when they arrive at school and just take a few minutes to calm themselves, to get themselves focused, to be able to attend and open themselves to the lesson." Our guest, George Corugedo, a visionary and a father of three, brings his penetrating insights on the sei…
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Shaping the Future with Youth and Sustainability: A Conversation with Sreedhar Sistu
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32:29"We organized, very recently, a hackathon at MIT, AI focusing on, you know, climate and sustain, right? A lot of partnerships." Sreedhar Sistu, through initiatives championed by the Schneider Electric Foundation, stresses the importance of engaging educational institutions worldwide to empower our youth with knowledge, resources, and the drive to b…
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From Youth Activism to Climate Change: Luiza Demoro's Empowering Journey
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30:17"We were young enough not to understand that some things we were accomplishing in Brazil were considered impossible." Imagine a group of 12-15-year-olds successfully engaging with the local government in a Brazilian city to improve education infrastructure, transportation, and economic opportunities for people and amend laws needed to move things f…
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The Intersection of Sustainability and Education with Amanda Line, Founder at PwC Academy
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31:31Imagine a world where grades don't dictate your destiny and public speaking is your superpower. Welcome to the latest episode of In YOUth We Trust, where our guest Amanda Line leads us on an enthralling journey through the art of influence and the untapped potential within our youth. With her infectious passion and trailblazing vision, Amanda paint…
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The Human Connection Crisis: Darren Coxon Discusses AI's Impact on Youth
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34:48Today's episode is a thought-provoking journey through the intersection of education and technology, featuring our esteemed guest, Darren Coxon – an educator at the vanguard of integrating AI into learning. In this episode, IYWT with Darren Coxon, we delve into Darren's personal odyssey – from facing schoolyard bullies to finding solace and identit…
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Addressing Global Challenges: Dr. Raul Rodriguez on AI, Education, and Societal Transformation
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29:53Dive into the compelling journey of Raul Rodriguez, a dynamic educator whose life across continents culminates in a mission to revolutionize education in India, tackling unfulfilled potential and leveraging AI for a future-ready generation. In this episode of "In Youth We Trust," Prashant Raizada engages in a profound dialogue with Dr. Raul Rodrigu…
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Sebastian Peck's Insights on Sustainability and Education to Foster Future Leaders
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29:33Sebastian Peck's journey started with a traditional career path that led to a venture capital fund. In the age of social media and technology, this dynamic landscape brings both opportunities and challenges for today's youth. In the latest episode of "In Youth We Trust," host Prashant Raizada engages in an enlightening conversation with Sebastian P…
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Ana Romero's Odyssey Ignites Change in Youth and Sustainability Across the Globe
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29:11Amidst Mexico's inequalities, Ana Romero emerged, transforming from a child witness to stark contrasts into a global force in environmental education, igniting a new generation's passion to reshape our world. Ana Romero is a distinguished figure in education and environmental advocacy, serving as Head of Sustainability at Wellington College. Fresh …
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Bridging AI and Education for the Next Generation with Joysy John
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30:47Imagine a world where education is a dance between AI and human ingenuity. In this enigmatic episode, join us as we journey with Joysy John into the heart of this new educational paradigm. Joysy, a beacon in entrepreneurship and an advocate for women's empowerment is at the forefront of a movement reshaping the future of young minds. Joysy is an Ed…
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Advancing Educational Frontiers in the Age of AI with Dr. Christiane Mueck
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41:06Advancing Educational Frontiers in the Age of AI with Dr. Christiane Mueck Discover the intersection of education, AI, and global challenges with Dr. Christiane Mueck, a trailblazer in youth empowerment and education economics. This episode is a deep dive into how education shapes our future leaders and innovators, revealing transformative strategi…
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Championing Educational Equity in the Era of AI with Jamie Merisotis
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38:46While the spotlight often shines on high-profile activists, today we introduce Jamie Merisotis, a luminary in the realm of education who, beyond the public eye, has been revolutionizing the way we think about learning and its role in societal advancement for years. Jamie Merisotis has served in the C-Suite for over a decade, including roles at the …
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Why Education, Industry, and Government Must Work Together to Prepare Young People for an AI-Driven World
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36:20Away from the bright lights of Silicon Valley, Michael Lambert is playing an exemplary education leadership role in shaping the future of young people in a world being shaped by disruptive forces such as AI. Together, we embark on a dialogue with Michael Lambert, Headmaster at Dubai College, one of the most prestigious schools in the Gulf region. H…
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Co-Creating a Sustainable Future with Young People featuring Pia Heidenmark Cook
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36:17The world knows about Greta Thunberg, but we are bringing you someone else from Sweden who has been quietly making a large contribution on topics of sustainability as a business leader for decades. In our first episode, a special guest is joining us - Pia Heidenmark Cook. Pia has served at board levels for global institutions like IKEA, Decathlon, …
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Cast your mind back to when you were younger. How did you want to change the world? What skills and opportunities do you wish you had to succeed? And now fast forward to today. Do you believe young people have these skills & opportunities? In YOUth We Trust sits down with successful entrepreneurs, business leaders, educators, and others from around…
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