Best Official Development Assistance Podcasts (2025)

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Global public goods and the architecture of cooperation: a conversation with Inge Kaul 2:12:03

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Inge Kaul, pioneering development economist and architect of the global public goods framework, discusses her groundbreaking work on international cooperation and development financing in this 2015 interview recorded at her flat in Berlin. Economists define public goods — like street lighting — as things everyone benefits from that nobody can be ex…

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Water, climate and adaptation: a conversation with Dr Aditi Mukherji 35:40

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Dr Aditi Mukherji, Principal Scientist at the International Livestock Research Institute and coordinating lead author of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's water chapter, discusses her career spanning groundwater management, climate adaptation and the urgent challenge of the 1.5-degree threshold. From her groundbreaking work challengin…

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Meet Battle Creek City Manager Amanda Zimmerlin 26:37

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In her first visit to the BC City Connection podcast, Battle Creek City Manager Amanda Zimmerlin discusses her background, what drew her to Battle Creek and the challenges and successes she sees in the Cereal City. Zimmerlin joined the City of Battle Creek after a 5-year stint as city manager in the Cincinnati suburb of Springdale, Ohio. Episode Re…

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Ep. 191: In Conversation with Honor Puciato, UK Ambassador for Aviation 42:50

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Can aviation truly take flight toward a sustainable future?And who will lead the way? In this episode of the BritCham Podcast, Chamber Vice-President Simon Middlebrough sits down with our guest Honor Puciato, Associate Director and Air Quality Lead at Ricardo, and the UK Department for Transport's AviationAmbassador. With a career spanning airports…

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Ep. 190: In Conversation with Sir Martin Sorrell, Founder of S4 Capital PLC 55:37

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What does it take to build a global PR and advertising empire in the age of AI? In this special episode of the BritCham Podcast, Co-Chair of the Marketing & Communications Committee Andrew Clark sits down with Sir Martin Sorrell, Founder and Executive Chairman of S4 Capital and the visionary who built WPP into the world's largest advertising and ma…

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Youth uprisings: understanding the protests in Indonesia and Nepal 46:43

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In August and September 2024, thousands of young people took to the streets across Southeast and South Asia in unprecedented displays of protest. This episode examines the youth-led demonstrations that erupted in Indonesia on 25 August and Nepal on 8 September, exploring the deeper frustrations driving Generation Z activism beyond the headlines of …

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From Vanuatu's challenges to Melanesian cooperation: a conversation with Gregoire Nimbtik 35:49

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The conversation begins with Nimbtik's background as head of Vanuatu's Prime Minister's Department and Deputy Director General of the Melanesian Spearhead Group Secretariat. He provides context for understanding Vanuatu's current challenges by tracing the country's history from its unique condominium colonial system — where British and French admin…

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Episode 189 - In Conversation with Imane Jamal Eddine 29:50

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In this episode of the BritCham Podcast, Executive Director David Kelly sits down with Imane Jamal Eddine, General Manager and Head of Sales for Digital Natives, VCs & Startups, Asia at Microsoft, to explore how Asia is shaping the next wave of innovation. From her inspiring journey across Morocco, Japan and Singapore, Imane shares how Microsoft is…

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How to Buy Back Your Time and Scale Smarter Using AI Agents With Entrepreneur Zulfiya Forsythe 43:07

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What if the secret to growing your business wasn’t working harder—but building something that works without you? In this episode, I’m joined by Zulfiya Forsythe, a Boston-based entrepreneur, wife, and mom who's quietly helping business owners eliminate over one million hours of repetitive work through the power of AI agents. After being laid off du…

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Grant Allows Battle Creek to Continue Assisting Families with Lead Abatement 16:35

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Since 2018, the City of Battle Creek has been selected to receive the Michigan Medicaid CHIP Lead Hazard Control Community Development Grant. Fiscal year 2026 is included. The grant was approved for a total of $1,345,000. In this episode of BC City Connection, Battle Creek Lead Programs Coordinator Emily Arntz discusses how the funds help families …

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Personal Brand, Powerful Business – How to Lead with Radical Authenticity with Marina Byezhanova 46:24

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In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to grow a standout personal brand—and why it might be the most important business strategy you’re not using yet. I'm joined by Marina Byezhanova, Co-Founder of Brand of a Leader, a seven-figure personal branding agency that helps Gen X entrepreneurs and C-suite leaders step confidently into the spo…

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Money, Mindset & Momentum: Building Real Wealth With Stephen Vetter 42:56

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What does it really mean to create financial freedom—without sacrificing alignment? In this episode, I’m joined by Stephen Vetter, financial advisor and former co-owner of two successful car dealerships, who walked away from the grind to build a life and business rooted in purpose. We talk about what it takes to thrive as an entrepreneur—from rewir…

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From serendipity to global impact: a conversation with Glenn Denning 1:06:06

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Glenn Denning, Professor of Practice at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs and founding Director of the Master of Public Administration in Development Practice program, reflects on his remarkable 40-year career in international agricultural development. From his serendipitous start, Denning has become one of the world’…

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Feel It to Heal It: Grief, Alignment & Coming Home to Yourself with Grace Grossman 45:32

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What if the key to moving forward in business… was slowing down and feeling everything you’ve been avoiding? In this episode, I’m joined by Grace Grossmann—writer, yoga teacher, and holistic mentor—who opens up about her journey through loss, breakdown, and deep emotional healing. We talk about how rest, grief, and inner alignment aren't just perso…

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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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Fire Station Improvement Updates; Meet BC's New Chief Facilities Officer 15:50

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A plan to reimagine Battle Creek fire stations is coming to fruition. In this episode of BC CIty Connection, Battle Creek Fire Department Battalion Chief Cody Titus discusses how the changes will advance firefighting in the city. Newly appointed Battle Creek Chief Facilities Officer Katie Norton also discusses the fire station updates, as well as a…

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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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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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Ep 188: Unlocking Climate Resilience: Insurance, Investment & Innovation with Howden 46:41

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In this episode, BritCham Singapore’s Executive Director David Kelly is joined by Howden’s leadership team—Anthony Hobley (Deputy Chair, Climate Risk and Resilience), Daniel Fairweather (Head of Food Security Systems and Biodiversity), and Charlie Pool (Head of Carbon Insurance)—for a compelling conversation on the role of insurance in advancing cl…

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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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Drinking Water Update: City Actively Addressing Elevated TTHMs 15:59

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The City of Battle Creek is actively addressing elevated total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) in the water system, a maximum contaminant level violation. The municipalities affected include the City of Battle Creek, Springfield, Emmett Township and a portion of Pennfield Township. The City of Battle Creek has outlined details in this mailing residents wil…

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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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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…