Best Ruchira Podcasts (2026)

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Gaza Voices 1:05:09

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With Gaza all but obliterated - do the memories and stories of Gazans lie under the rubble as well? If universities, cafes, homes, mosques, churches, hospitals, workplaces and even entire streets have been flattened, what happens to the memories that filled those places? Two organizations have designed ingenious projects to make sure that Gaza voic…

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Ep 21. The Children of the Dispossessed: what happens next? 51:04

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This is the story of a 6 year old girl who was left to look after her younger brother and sister while her migrant parents worked every day and most of the night. This is the story of Mirujaa, eldest daughter of Sri Lankan refugees whose single minded goal was to succeed in their new country while paying back their families "back home". This is the…

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Sudan: Ethar, the lemon tree, the meandering donkey and 70 years of war. 1:16:06

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A sandstorm birth, a village donkey named Kajol, and a gun barrel to the head during the Khartoum Massacre—Ethar’s story pulls you straight into Sudan’s living history and insistently asks a hard question: 70 years of warfare has changed nothing, so where does real change begin? We open with a clear, human overview of Sudan’s long arc of coups, civ…

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Ruchira Gupta: "Where are all the girls?" 48:50

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Stephen Barden talks to Ruchira Gupta, lifelong activist against human trafficking - especially the trafficking of women. This extraordinary woman not only founded a global organization to protect and educate sexually trafficked women and their daughters but, through her work with the United Nations, has driven changes in global laws on human traff…

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Kejsi Hodo and the "invisible" referendum to change Italy's citizenship laws 44:55

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Send us a text Support the show You know as well as I do that stories about migrants don’t attract big sponsors. Governments are hostile, corporations stay cautious, and even NGOs hang on to their tightening budgets. That's why we need your help. Migrant Odyssey exists — to make sure those voices are still heard. If you’ve ever felt that empathy wi…

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Lex Takkenberg - 30 years in the most scrutinised of all UN agencies 54:36

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From the frontlines of one of the world's most enduring humanitarian crises comes a story of extraordinary dedication. Dr Lex Takkenberg takes us through his extraordinary four-decade journey working with refugees and displaced persons, including thirty years with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA). What beg…

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All Good Stories Start with our Grandmothers 54:48

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Send us a text Support the show You know as well as I do that stories about migrants don’t attract big sponsors. Governments are hostile, corporations stay cautious, and even NGOs hang on to their tightening budgets. That's why we need your help. Migrant Odyssey exists — to make sure those voices are still heard. If you’ve ever felt that empathy wi…

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Episode 65 - Tania Bookallil 1:31:19

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Tania Bookallil is a distinguished leader in finance, strategy, global business, and governance. Tania brings a wealth of experience from capital-intensive industries, particularly in metals, mining, and infrastructure. She has held executive leadership roles across continents and has led complex financial transformations, divestitures, and ESG int…

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Ahmad's story: from sight to insight 48:16

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Ahmad Jaafil shares his story of extraordinary and persistent willpower, He talks matter of factly about his severe and rare eye disease and the horrendous struggle to try and save his sight- in Lebanon and then the USA. If you want to know, in painful detail, what it's like for a family to do everything and more to heal their young son, this episo…

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Mastering Work & Life, Pratik Mehta, CHRO at Mahindra Susten & Teqo | 49:47

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On this episode is my dear friend Pratik Mehta. Pratik is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Mahindra Susten & Mahindra Teqo. Pratik has mastered the art of driving culture change, fostering inclusive workplaces, and embedding resilience in teams. There are some amazing insights shared by Pratik that will surely bring a valuable & positive change…

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One stitch - A World of Meaning 49:56

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This is the story of Hajar - a young woman with Palestinian and Lebanese parents - who understands that her people are woven together - not just by ideologies or politics or even the yearning for a safe homeland but by their stories. The stories of their humanity, eccentricities, intimacy and tenderness. Stories that are embroidered into every part…

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Work Pressure, Diversity, Busyness | Amar Sinhji 45:41

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Amar Sinhji, a good friend and an ex-colleague joins me on this episode. Amar is the CHRO for a well known Tier 1 law firm Khaitan & Co. Amar shares some interesting insights on culture & people of law firms, mentors & people who influenced Amar on his journey, how tech is improving work & productivity at law firms, and creating a positive work env…

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Federer, Failure, and Happiness | Amit Chincholikar 1:02:29

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Amit Chincholikar is a seasoned HR Leader who is surely leave an indelible mark with his wit and wisdom. Amit and I spoke about how Roger Federer looks at failures, about happiness & engagement at work, how leaders should build trust, circle of influence, reverse mentoring, and the secret sauce for an organisation to manage all generations in it's …

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Episode 64 - Lorie Spence 48:30

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Lorie Spence is on a mission to improve patient care. She is a clear-eyed strategist with a deep understanding of what healthcare professionals need to deliver better patient outcomes. Her exceptional ability to anticipate the future is balanced with a pragmatic approach to educating and informing healthcare practitioners in the here and now. She e…

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Ikigai, Blueberry Pancakes, and Diversity | Ruchira Bhardwaja 58:35

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My good friend and ex-colleague, Ruchira Bhardwaja joins me on this episode. Ruchira is the Joint President and CHRO of Kotak Life. We spoke about finding purpose in life and at workplace, how trust is build by leaders while also showing their vulnerability, developing a sense of self-worth is crucial for an individual to grow in life, and how a cu…

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Happiness is a Choice! | Binaifer Khanna 35:08

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Welcome to the debut episode of Unplug with Priyanka! Join me as I sit down with Binaifer Khanna, a seasoned Executive Coach and HR & OD expert, to uncover the building blocks of happiness at work. Together, we explore how leaders can create meaningful cultures and systems that prioritize well-being and inclusivity, paving the way for a fulfilled a…

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Episode 63 - Ruchira Chaudhary 1:42:50

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Ruchira Chaudhary is an author, educator, coach, and consultant who straddles the corporate and academic worlds. With over two decades of experience in emerging markets, she is a leading executive coach, adjunct faculty at several top-tier business schools, and runs a boutique consulting firm focused on organizational strategy solutions. Here are a…

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Episode 62 - Tammy Klotz 1:25:43

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Tammy Klotz is a highly accomplished cybersecurity executive leader with over 30 years of experience in the field. Here are a few highlights about her: She is a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and is Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC); She was awarded t…

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Episode 61 - Cathryn Dhanatya 1:24:56

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Spanning academic, non-profit, philanthropic giving, and private business, Dr Cathryn Dhanatya is a seasoned C-Suite executive and entrepreneur that leverages her vast and varied experiences in operations, management, governance, and fundraising, to build capacity, develop and execute strategy, and executive mentoring and coaching for non-profit an…

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Episode 60 - Lisa Conte 1:20:43

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Lisa Conte is the founder, President and CEO of Jaguar Health, a San Francisco-based commercial-stage biopharma company with a core focus on cancer supportive care. Her recent first-hand experience with cancer and numerous chemotherapy-related side effects, further drove home for her the importance of quality of life among patients with life-threat…

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Episode 59 - Jenna Capozzi 1:26:16

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Jenna Capozzi is the founder of ELEV8PWR who has over 30 years of C-level executive experience, having led innovative projects for global brands such as Samsung, Target, and BMW, and having produced many notable films and TV shows. Transitioning from the spotlight of Hollywood as an award-winning producer, to empowering the next generation of leade…

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"Our existence as Palestinians challenges a whole universe that supports the occupation" 45:13

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Can standing on a rooftop in a refugee camp be the starting point of a journey toward empowerment and change? This episode of "Migrant Odyssey" features Manal, a dedicated social worker and the founder of the Kayani Foundation, that support Palestinian women and girls through the values of family. She takes us through the harrowing history of her f…

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Episode 58 – Taffi Schurz 1:16:10

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Taffi Schurz is the Managing Director of the Central North Regional Division of Consilio. Taffi brings over 15 years of legal solution expertise. With prior Vice President roles in operations, software development, and sales, she excels in leadership, having led teams generating $250M+ in revenue and overseeing billion-dollar M&A projects. Taffi ho…

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Episode 57 - Jenny Mitchell, DMA 1:26:26

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Dr Jenny Mitchell, DMA, is the Chief Visionary Officer of Chavender, a dynamic speaker, executive coach, fundraising professional, and host of the Underdog Leadership podcast. Committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders, Jenny works closely with not-for-profit leaders to change the world one mission at a time. Her influence extends to hun…

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Episode 56 - Dr Jo Sinclair 1:09:57

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Dr Jo Sinclair is an Anaesthetist with a career-long interest in doctors’ health and wellbeing. In early 2020 she was appointed the Senior Medical Officer Wellbeing Lead at Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau, and in that role has been instrumental in bringing Schwartz Rounds to the organisation and developing a Stress First Aid training programme. She w…

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Episode 55 - Debbie Collard 1:20:34

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Debbie Collard is a beacon of tenacity, positivity, and leadership. Born into rural poverty, she defied the odds to successfully serve in the military and have a distinguished career in the corporate world. From a 20-year-old drill sergeant overseeing hundreds to an executive at Boeing, Collard’s life journey is an unparalleled testament to resilie…

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Episode 54 - Professor Catherine Crock 1:33:51

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Professor Catherine Crock is a Professor at Deakin University’s Centre for Social and Early Emotional Development and has been a physician at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne since 1994. Catherine has worked closely with patients, families and staff to improve quality and safety. She is Chair of the Hush Foundation which transforms healthca…

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Maqluba: the upside down dish that is life on the West Bank 45:59

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Life on the West Bank is upside down for Palestinians. They have little of rights on their land that they have lived on for centuries. The towns that they do live in cannot grow because they are being strangled by encroaching Israeli settlements. East Jerusalem, internationally designated as the Palestinian capital - is not. A journey that should t…

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Episode 53 - Dr Rashmi Schramm 1:26:13

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Dr Rashmi Schramm immigrated to the US with her family at the age of 12 from India. She graduated from the University of Virginia for both her undergraduate and medical degrees. Upon completing her residency/medical training in Florida, Rashmi began practicing in a high volume, corporate family medicine practice in 2003. As a result of her own stru…

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Episode 52 - Nicki Allitt 1:06:24

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Nicki Allitt is an accomplished strategic Communications Executive with over 29 years of experience providing strategic counsel to C-suite executives and influencing business strategy across diverse global industries. For the last three years, Nicki has been Vice President of Group Communications at ISS – a leading workplace experience and facility…

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"Even If what stays of Gaza is rubble. The rubble will be my home" 28:49

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This episode is extraordinary not just because Tareq - a young man from Gaza - has an extraordinary story to tell, but because as he tells it , one can hear each stage of his life unfiltered. He is able to express what Tareq the child felt long before his adult self understood the years' long blockade -seige- under which his city lived. And when we…

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Episode 51 - Dr Jo Braid 1:03:16

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Dr Jo Braid is a doctor of 20 years and professional coach for healthcare workers in burnout. She specialised in Rehabilitation Medicine in Sydney, focusing on the rehabilitation of individuals with traumatic brain injuries. Jo gained a place in the inaugural Australian Clinical Entrepreneur Program, and upskilled in business development and expand…

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Episode 50 - Dr Sarah Dalton 1:04:24

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Dr Sarah Dalton is a Paediatric Emergency Physician and previous President of the Paediatric and Child Health Division of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Sarah has worked in different clinical and leadership roles across NSW over the last 20 years, from regional centres to specialist tertiary units and from community care to acute car…

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Episode 49 - Wendy Pace 59:00

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Wendy Pace is the driving force behind Pace Setting Media, a trailblazer in the world of social media management and content marketing. With a solid background in corporate marketing, Wendy transitioned seamlessly into entrepreneurship when the need to stay home with her children arose. Over the past eight years, she has cultivated an in-depth unde…

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Rowan from the West Bank: "I lost my sense of fear - and that's scary." 57:19

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Imagine navigating the complex layers of survivor's guilt while fostering a beacon of innovation amidst the ricochet of conflict. Join us as we welcome Rowan, a resilient Palestinian businesswoman and engineer from the West Bank, who shares an intimate portrayal of life under occupation. Her vivid narratives reveal the deep cultural and spiritual s…

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Episode 48 - Jules Harrison-Annear 1:59:53

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Jules Harrison-Annear is the founder of two companies (JHA Consulting and the Humans at Work podcast and blog) and co-founder of a third (JERICA). She is driven to bring uniqueness and humanity to the challenge of creating bolder, fairer and audaciously regenerative futures for our societies, our natural ecosystem, and the sustenance of our planet.…

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We're not the cause of the wars that we flee. So why punish us as if we are? 34:09

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Stellah Nikuze is the daughter of Rwanda genocide survivors. Born and brought up in the Kyaka 11 refugee camps in Uganda, she has emerged as a fierce advocate of refugees and the voiceless. Educated in classrooms with more than 100 children per teacher, she co-founded the Hodari Foundation which focuses on feeding, skilling and healing traumatised …

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Episode 47 - Kim Downey 1:27:08

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Kim Downey is a physical therapist, with extensive work experience in hospitals, sub-acute rehab facilities, outpatient settings, homes, and schools. She is also a recent 3-time cancer survivor, experiencing thyroid and bilateral breast cancer all since the Covid pandemic. Based on Kim’s unique perspective as both a healthcare professional and a pa…

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Episode 46 - Dorothy Enriquez 1:20:40

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Hailing from Belize, being a single mother and possessing an MA in Human Communication, Dorothy Enriquez's journey is one of inspiration. Her unwavering dedication to fostering leadership excellence compelled her to establish a ground-breaking firm, 'The Ellevate Collective' - A premier learning and leadership entity on a mission to redefine leader…

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Sofia's odyssey: From Ukraine to Berlin via London and Israel 39:52

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This is the story of Sofia - a Ukrainian refugee now living in Berlin. After living in Israel , she and her Israel husband went back to Ukraine a few months before the war with Russia in 2022, to be with her mother and grandmother.All too quickly she found her life turned upside down. This holder of a masters degree in international economics now w…

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Episode 45 - Dr Sonali Kinra 1:42:12

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Dr Sonali Kinra is a General Practitioner (Family Physician) and the Deputy Medical Director of North Central London Integrated Care Board. She completed her undergraduate training in India, moved to England in 2004, and began practising as a GP in 2008. She has held multiple clinical leadership roles across NHS at system and national level, improv…

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Episode 44 - Natalie Davis 1:04:21

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Natalie Davis has the following incredible LinkedIn headline: "I believe in People and I believe in Change. Entrepreneur | Listener | Advocate | CEO | Friend, wife, mom [of four], woman." Natalie has worked for nearly two decades shaping and implementing American healthcare policies to improve the lives of all people. In 2018, she and fellow nation…

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Episode 43 - Dr Jes DeShields 55:29

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For the past 25 years, Dr. Jes DeShields has studied, evaluated, and applied models of leadership, organizational behaviour, and systems change across multiple sectors. From Fortune 250 and privately-owned companies to local, national, and global non-profits to entire communities, Jes’s work has ranged from preparing leaders to successfully run the…

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The Survival Centre: The Berlin Trauma Centre helping refugees survive their survival. 32:10

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Refugees seek refuge and shelter. Safety from being brutalised, from the trauma of witnessing and experiencing acts of terror and horror. But also a haven where they can retrieve their sense of humanity and self worth, without being spat on for their religion, skin colour or "foreign" accent in their new homes. Our guest today is Susanne Höhne, tra…

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Episode 42 - Dr. Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo 1:13:07

2y ago1:13:07

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Dr. Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo is a healthcare founder, social entrepreneurship coach, healthcare practice funding consultant and growth strategist for women of color in healthcare. Her career as a pediatrician spans almost two decades and includes her work as a public health researcher & professor for over a decade. Her work has been defined by a pa…

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Episode 41 - Dr Abeyna Bubbers-Jones 1:24:48

2y ago1:24:48

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Dr. Abeyna Bubbers-Jones is the award-winning Founder & CEO of Medic Footprints. This global platform and consultancy is dedicated to pairing exceptional doctors with leading companies in various industries. Trained as an Occupational Health Physician, Abeyna has cultivated a worldwide community of doctors pursuing fulfilling careers in unique ways…

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Zoya: Palestinian warrior for peace and kindness 40:02

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This is the story of Zoya, born into a world of upheaval, chaos, and strife and raised in a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon - as was her father and grandfather. Equally important, this is also the story of a young woman's journey to transform her harsh reality into a journey of resilience, compassion, and leadership Our conversation takes us fr…

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Episode 40 - Dr Hokehe Eko 1:11:10

2y ago1:11:10

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Dr. Hokehe Eko wears many hats! She is a mother of three lovelies, an Integrative Pediatrician, CEO of Glow Pediatrics and TedX Speaker, who partners with parents of children with ADHD and Autism to address the root causes of their children's behaviors and boost their Brain Health using Integrative Medicine. She is also CEO of Kids of Hope, a non-p…

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Episode 39 - Josselyne Herman-Saccio 1:11:33

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Josselyne Herman-Saccio is a master coach in the Art Of Being Unmessablewith no matter what life throws at you. She has spent over 30 years as an entrepreneur, author, coach, leader and designer of transformative programs. Her mission is to empower people to live the life of their dreams NOW, versus someday and develop themselves to be “unmessablew…

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Running with Blood 44:46

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This is the story of Janvier Hafasha – originally from the Rutshuru zone of north Kivu in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and now living in the Kyaka refugee settlement in Uganda. Janvier is one of nearly 400,000 people (according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs) who have been terrorized out of Rutshuru, most of t…