Best Official Development Assistance Podcasts (2025)

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Unlocking Business Breakthroughs with Breath, Clarity & Confidence: With Business Strategist Monica Garcia Duggal 41:19

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In this episode, we unpack how to unlock business success—not by grinding harder, but by learning to slow down, declutter your mind, and focus on what truly matters. Kelley is joined by Monica Garcia Duggal, TED speaker, bestselling author of The Power of Breath, and billion-dollar business strategist. From Wall Street to wellness, Monica shares ho…

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HMF BD Podcast: Re-imagining breast care: Cost-effective innovations for Canadian healthcare 21:42

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Listen to the sponsored podcast featuring Cassandra Gardner, PhD, Associate Director of Medical Affairs at BD-Canada, and Marcy Saxe-Braithwaite, DBA, Associate Vice President of Executive Search Services at The Medfall Group, as they discuss the clinical efficacy of vacuum-assisted biopsies and vacuum-assisted excision technologies in the diagnosi…

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Epidemiology and Prognostic Significance of Cough in Fibrotic Interstitial Lung Disease 21:32

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Dr. John Fleetham chats with Dr. Chris Ryerson and Dr. Yet Khor about their article, "Epidemiology and Prognostic Significance of Cough in Fibrotic Interstitial Lung Disease."By American Thoracic Society

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Giving Yourself Permission to Feel Joy in Life and Work: With Joy Architect Ricardo Viso 49:22

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In this episode, we explore what it really takes to live with joy—no matter your past—and how to create a fulfilling life without waiting for a wake-up call. I’m joined by Ricardo Viso, global entrepreneur, speaker, and creator of the RIC Method, who shares how surviving trauma, incarceration, and cancer led him to a life of purpose and play. Throu…

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The Pacific Engagement Visa: what you need to know about the 2025 ballot 29:28

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The Pacific Engagement Visa offers a life-changing opportunity for up to 3,000 Pacific Islanders and Timorese citizens annually to gain permanent residency in Australia. In this episode, Development Policy Centre Research Officer Natasha Turia discusses the newly opened 2025-2026 ballot, sharing insights from her research tracking the program's rol…

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Innovation, Leadership & the Future of Work: A CEO’s Call to Curiosity With Kendra MacDonald 48:46

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In this episode, we dive into how leadership, innovation, and curiosity are shaping the future of work—and why women must have a seat at the table. I’m joined by Kendra MacDonald, CEO of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster, who shares how she went from being a quiet math-loving introvert to leading a national innovation movement that has launched nearly 20…

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Scaling Sustainability—Fast: With Sustainability Entrepreneur Owen Barrett 43:26

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In this episode, we explore how one founder is tackling one of the biggest bottlenecks in clean energy—and what it means for the future of real estate. I’m joined by Owen, a clean tech entrepreneur who’s redefining what’s possible in sustainable housing. After managing $60 million in clean energy projects for a Fortune 500 company and launching a s…

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Impact of Environmental Exposures on the Development and Progression of Fibrotic Interstitial Lung Disease 46:17

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Dr. Mohleen Kang chats with Dr. Kerri Johannson and Dr. Tamera Corte about their article, "Impact of Environmental Exposures on the Development and Progression of Fibrotic Interstitial Lung Disease."By American Thoracic Society

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How to Build a Freedom-Based Business with Virtual Support: With Serial Entrepreneur Adrienne Green 46:14

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In this episode, we dive into how real estate investors and entrepreneurs can scale their portfolios without burning out or working around the clock. I’m joined by Adrienne Green—entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Workergenix, a virtual staffing agency helping business owners reclaim their time and build hands-off businesses. Adrienne shares ho…

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US-Pacific relations under Trump: a conversation with Judith Cefkin 1:00:39

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Former US Ambassador Judith Cefkin provides a sobering assessment of how the Trump administration's foreign policy shifts are reshaping American engagement with Pacific Island nations. Drawing on her 35-year diplomatic career and experience as US Ambassador to Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Tonga and Tuvalu from 2015-2018, Cefkin warns that the administrat…

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Smarter Sales: How AI Can Transform Your Business With AI Founder & CEO Aarti Anand 52:16

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In this episode, we dive into how AI is completely changing the way businesses find and close leads—and why working harder isn’t the answer anymore. I’m joined by Aarti Anand, SaaS expert and founder of KodeNyx AI, who’s on a mission to help businesses escape the outdated grind of manual prospecting. Aarti shares why traditional outreach is broken,…

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Approach to the Evaluation and Management of Interstitial Lung Abnormalities 30:28

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Dr. Mohleen Kang chats with Dr. Anna Podolanczuk and Dr. Gary Hunninghake about their article, "Approach to the Evaluation and Management of Interstitial Lung Abnormalities."By American Thoracic Society

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Finding Balance and Purpose: With Business Coach Kim Rogne 45:42

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In this episode, we talk about how to break free from overwhelm, shift your mindset, and take action toward a life you truly love. I’m joined by Kim Rogne—Certified High Performance Coach, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of For The Love of Self. Kim shares how she went from 25 years in real estate leadership to launching her personal develo…

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Managing labour mobility for Solomon Islands: a conversation with Christina Marau 57:14

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Christina Marau, Director for Labour Mobility at the Solomon Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, provides an insider's perspective on how Pacific labour mobility schemes operate in practice. Drawing on her experience managing a system that handles thousands of applications and maintains a database of 6,500 work-ready candidates,…

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Camlipixant in Refractory Chronic Cough: A Phase 2b, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Trial (SOOTHE)" and "Camlipixant: A New Hope for Refractory Chronic Cough? 28:14

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Dr. John Fleetham chats with Dr. Jaclyn Smith and Dr. Imran Satia about their articles, "Camlipixant in Refractory Chronic Cough: A Phase 2b, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Trial (SOOTHE)" and "Camlipixant: A New Hope for Refractory Chronic Cough?"By American Thoracic Society

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Leading with Integrity: Navigating Leadership, Growth, and the Weight of Responsibility with Jonathan Bennett 47:31

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In this episode, we dive deep into the real-world challenges and profound rewards of leadership. I’m joined by Jonathan Bennett—Executive Advisor, Professional Mentor, and Strategist—who helps leaders find clarity, confidence, and purpose amid the pressures of high-stakes decision-making. Jonathan shares insights from his own journey: from being an…

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Mental Health Meets Entrepreneurship: With Psychotherapist and Entrepreneur Steven Morrison 50:46

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In this episode, we dive into what it means to approach mental health from a soul-centered perspective—and why traditional models might be ready for an upgrade. I’m joined by Steven, a mental health entrepreneur, licensed psychotherapist, and creator of Spiritual Workout: Mental Health For Your Soul. Steven shares his fascinating journey from corpo…

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Uncovering Kiribati: Rimon Rimon on press freedom in the Pacific 34:59

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In this episode, we delve into the life and work of Rimon Rimon, a dynamic i-Kiribati citizen who has shaped both the public narrative in his own country and the evolution of independent journalism in the Pacific. Rimon’s career began in education and government service, but it was his appointment as Lead Communications and Public Relations Adviser…

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Building a Business You Don’t Need a Vacation From: With Lifestyle Entrepreneur Patrick Baum 49:54

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In this episode, we talk about what it means to truly design a freedom-based lifestyle through entrepreneurship. I’m joined by Patrick Baum—a global entrepreneur, social media business builder, and mentor who’s all about helping others break free from limitations and create lives they genuinely love. Patrick shares his journey of building a busines…

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Dexmedetomidine and Propofol Sedation in Critically Ill Patients and Dose Associated 90-day Mortality: A Secondary Cohort Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial (SPICE-III) 33:19

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This episode originally aired on March 23rd, 2023. Dr. Michael Lanspa chats with Dr. Yahya Shehabi about his article, "Dexmedetomidine and Propofol Sedation in Critically Ill Patients and Dose Associated 90-day Mortality: A Secondary Cohort Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial (SPICE-III)."By American Thoracic Society

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Redefining Success: With Global Entrepreneur Diana Radar Zisselman 43:22

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In this episode, we explore what real success looks like—and how to build it from the inside out. I’m joined by Diana Rader Zisselman, an international entrepreneur, speaker, and mentor with a background in psychology, tech, and global business. From leading healthcare teams to building a top-tier lifestyle brand, Diana shares the principles that h…

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Fiji's economic future: a conversation with Deputy Prime Minister Biman Prasad 37:31

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The episode opens with Deputy Prime Minister Biman Prasad reflecting on his transition from academia to politics. Born in Dreketi, Vanua Levu, in a rice farming area that benefited from Australian aid programs in the 1970s, Prasad rose through the academic ranks to become Professor of Economics and Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics at t…

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Business Requires Spiritual Elevation: With Entrepreneur Stevie Marie 48:36

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In this episode, we explore what it really takes to step into your power, shift your energy, and grow a business that’s deeply aligned with your purpose. I’m joined by Stevie Marie—founder of The Redesigned Empire, a coaching and marketing company rooted in transformation, alignment, and unapologetic leadership. She guides entrepreneurs in unlockin…

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The Real Core of Success: With Mentor & Author David Gilks 43:04

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I’m joined by David Gilks, a chartered herbalist, biokinesiologist, and former Medical Exercise Program Director with 30+ years of experience in the fields of natural medicine, neuroscience, and behavioral change. David brings a rare blend of ancient wisdom and modern science to the table as we unpack the one thing that truly changes everything—our…

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Fighting for Every Breath: a conversation with Leith Greenslade 48:15

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The episode opens with Leith Greensalde recounting her journey from rural Queensland to international global health work. After starting her career as a political adviser to senior Labor politicians including Brian Howe, she moved to the United States for graduate study at the Harvard Kennedy School prior to Labor's anticipated 1996 election loss. …

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Early vs. Delayed Switching from Controlled to Assisted Ventilation: A Target Trial Emulation 24:15

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Dr. Michael Lanspa chats with Dr. Carmen Reep and Dr. Leo Heunks about their article, "Early vs. Delayed Switching from Controlled to Assisted Ventilation: A Target Trial Emulation."By American Thoracic Society

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Build a Magnetic Brand that Attracts Dream Clients: With Brand Strategist Victoria Renaissance 46:29

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I’m joined by Victoria Renaissance—brand strategist and Instagram content expert—who helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs turn their brilliance into bold, one-of-a-kind brands. We dive into the mindset blocks that keep people from showing up online, what makes content actually stick, and how to attract dream clients through authenticity, not performa…

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Building a Mission-Led Brand in Health & Beauty: With Co-Founders The Waples Sisters 52:27

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In this episode, we dive into what it takes to start and grow a mission-led business with no prior entrepreneurial experience. I am joined by the Waples sisters, co-founders of RESTOR, a thriving medical aesthetics and functional medicine brand. We explore how they reinvented themselves, built confidence through bold pivots, and turned a powerful m…

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Solving wicked humanitarian problems: a conversation with Dr Helen Durham AO 48:18

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The episode opens with Helen describing her unexpected route into humanitarian law, beginning as a labour lawyer before being drawn into international work through her involvement with women from the former Yugoslavia in the 1990s. Her early efforts to help establish rape as a war crime led her to gather evidence for war crimes tribunals and pursue…

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Building Businesses and Bookkeeping Solutions: With Accountant turned Entrepreneur Leeroy Beeby 38:34

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In this episode, we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of a second-generation business builder. Inspired by the financial struggles he witnessed at home, he pursued a career in accounting and later launched a successful bookkeeping firm for construction businesses in Canada. He shares lessons learned from rapid startup growth, the importance of …

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Campus Update Ep. 95 | President Kumara Jayasuriya’s Farewell 24:56

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This week, President Kumara Jayasuriya has served as Southwest Minnesota State University’s president for six years, starting in 2019. We discussed his successes at SMSU with him and what he will miss most. He will retire after the 2025 spring commencement. President Jayasuriya will be greatly missed here on campus as he helped grow SMSU during his…

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A New Global Definition of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome 33:05

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This episode originally aired on January 17th, 2024. Dr. Michael Lanspa chats with Dr. Michael Matthay about his article, "A New Global Definition of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome."By American Thoracic Society

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Self Care Hacks to Thrive in Business (Without Burning Out): With Business Coach and Marketing Strategist Mina Satori 49:11

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In this episode we dive into the often overlooked truth: self-care isn't selfish - it's a business strategy. If you've ever felt guilty stepping away from your work to take care of yourself, you're not alone. Bu here's the reality - your well-being is a non negotiable when it comes to sustainable success. We explore practical self-care hacks so you…

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Intelligence for good: Jelle Postma on unveiling anti-rights actors 43:26

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The interview opens with Postma reflecting on his career trajectory, from senior roles at the United Nations and the Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security to founding Justice for Prosperity. He explains how the organisation operates at the intersection of intelligence and advocacy, using advanced technologies — including AI-driven tools — to map a…