In this show, we interview people from all over the world who are making a difference. From the founders of non-profits and social enterprises to innovators every field imaginable these interviews will inspire you to make a difference in the areas of life you care about. The common thread in all of our interviews is the people interviewed have participated in Landmark programs and put what they got to use in making a difference.
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Traveling Telescope- Susan Murabana
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Susan Murabana is the CEO of Travelling Telescope and a leader in African astronomy. Susan is also the President of the African Planetarium Society and serves on the board of the International Planetarium Society. With a background in social sciences and a master’s in Astronomy, she has dedicated her career to promoting science education across Afr…
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Recovery from Human Trafficking- Dr. Elona Gaball
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Dr. Gaball is a dedicated and compassionate dentist based in Southern California, known for her specialized work in restorative dental care. Her mission goes beyond ordinary dental practices; she focuses on helping women who have survived the harrowing experiences of human trafficking. Dr. Gaball understands that recovery and reclamation of self-es…
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Global Leader in Sustainability - Fiona Pelham
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Fiona Pelham is the CEO of Positive Impact, a global nonprofit transforming the event sector towards sustainability. Fiona has fostered collaborations with several UN bodies, including UNFCCC and UN Environment, aligning event strategies with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In 2019, Fiona made a pivotal decision to close her own b…
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Men’s Mental Health and Indigenous Rights Advocate - Leon Ruri
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Leon Ruri is the founder of “Haka For Life,” an initiative that uses the traditional Māori haka to empower community, particularly those battling depression. Growing up in New Zealand, Leon moved to Australia and saw an opportunity to support community through cultural connection. Since its inception in 2017, Haka For Life has organized significant…
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Great Lakes Surf Rescue - with Dave Benjamin
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dave Benjamin, the winter surfer and Co-Founder of the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project. A survivor of a near-death experience while surfing Lake Michigan in 2010, Dave turned his ordeal into a mission, founding GLSRP to reduce drownings through training and public awareness. In this interview, he shares hi…
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Promise Ukoh – Improving Life in Nigeria One Village at a Time
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Promise Ukoh, the inspiring founder of the Promise Ukoh Foundation in Nigeria. Born in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, and holding a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy, Promise started his foundation in 2013 with a vision to transform the lives of the underprivileged in Nigeria countries. Promise knows firsthand the struggles of underprivileged communities.…
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Fostering Peace Through Art - Dr. Wendy Sternberg
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Wendy Sternberg, the visionary founder and executive/artistic director of Genesis at the Crossroads, an organization that masterfully blends arts, education, and humanitarian initiatives to build bridges across cultures worldwide. We will learn the stories behind her many endeavors including Saffron Ca…
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Resilience Thru Rugby - Dan Wooler & Christian Lang
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Join us for an inspiring interview with Dan Wooler and Christian Lang the charismatic force behind the rapidly growing global youth rugby non-profit STAR Scheme. STAR Scheme uses grass roots rugby to positively impact young people and their families who have faced multiple adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) or mental health issues. They provide e…
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Organ Donation and Transplant Innovator - Dr. Amy D. Waterman
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Dr. Amy D. Waterman is a Full Professor and the Director of Patient Engagement, Diversity, and Education at the J.C. Walter Transplant Center and Houston Methodist Research Institute. She focuses on overcoming barriers to kidney transplantation and enhancing educational outreach. Through her nonprofit Explore Transplant, she is transforming patient…
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Environmental Restoration for At Risk Populations - Uynghiem Ngo
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Uynghiem Ngo is a passionate surfer who lives in the Dominican Republic. He is dedicated to environmental restoration such as coral and costal mangroves while fostering vibrant local economies and thriving communities. Through community-based poverty alleviation, and empowering local leaders and entrepreneurs, he strives to build social and environ…
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Permaculture Design and Community - Annamaria Leon
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Annamaria Leon is the co-founder of Homan Grown, L3C, an innovative social enterprise in North Lawndale, Chicago, dedicated to propagating urban durable perennials and creating regenerative edible and ornamental landscapes. A certified permaculture designer and influential educator, Annamaria co-founded the Permaculture Chicago Teaching Institute, …
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Land Art - Mark and Rebecca Ford
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Land art is made directly in the landscape, either by sculpting the land itself or by creating structures with natural materials, without making permanent alterations.Their award-winning and imaginative installations engage communities not just in art, but also in forming a new relationship with the natural world around them.The interview features …
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Elephant Conservation - Dr. Paula Kahumbu
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Dr. Paula Kahumbu stands at the forefront of wildlife conservation, serving as the passionate and visionary CEO of WildlifeDirect.Known for her indomitable spirit in the fight against elephant poaching and ivory trafficking, she has led significant campaigns such as the “Hands Off Our Elephants” initiative alongside Kenyan First Lady Margaret Kenya…
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Running to make a difference with Roshni Rai
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An interview with Roshni Rai, an ultra-marathon runner, attorney, motivational speaker, author of “From the Mountain to the Ocean: Run with Roshni,” and the Goodwill Ambassador of the Everest Marathon for India. With a background as a legal executive at Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd. and a practicing lawyer at Kalimpong Courts, Roshni has run over …
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Dementia and Alzheimers - Maree McCabe AM
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Maree McCabe AM, former CEO of Dementia Australia, has been a formidable leader in the mental health and aged care sectors since 2010, focusing especially on dementia. With her at the helm, Dementia Australia has flourished as the national organization, offering expert support, advocacy, and information for people affected by dementia as well as th…
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50 Years in Nepal - Anne Rittman
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Anne Margaret Rittman is a teacher, author, artist, and human rights activist who has had a lifelong relationship with the country of Nepal. Starting with a chance encounter with a young boy named Ram on the streets of Katmandu 50 years ago, she will share a remarkable and improbable story that includes the founding of a school in a rural village, …
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Vulture Conservation- Dr. Percy Avari
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Dr. Percy Avari is a distinguished veterinarian with a fervent passion for wildlife conservation. Throughout his career he focused on the welfare of vultures and the mentoring of new veterinarians. He served for more than 15 years as a professor at the Bombay Veterinary College and his extensively published and ground research has been extensively …
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Make a Film Foundation- Tamika Lamison
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Tamika Lamison is the remarkable and visionary founder of the Make a Film Foundation (MAFF). Tamika, an accomplished Filmmaker herself, established MAFF with the heartfelt mission of empowering children who have serious or life-threatening medical conditions. Through MAFF, these children experience the magic of filmmaking by creating short film leg…
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New Opportunities for Neurodiverse Teens - Madeleine Jane Lobsey
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Madeleine Jaine Lobsey is a multi-talented General Manager of the A List, an online platform for young people with autism and neurodivergent people in Australia.In 2023, Madeleine expanded its offerings with the introduction of The A List Social Hubs. These physical spaces, spearheaded by Madeleine herself, are transformative environments where neu…
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Impacting Cancer on a Global Level - Dr. Bert Petersen
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Dr. Bert Petersen, a renowned Cancer Surgeon, serves as the Director of the Breast Surgery Clinic Program at St. Barnabas Hospital in Bronx, New York, and is a Senior Landmark Program Leader.Throughout his professional journey, Dr. Petersen has significantly contributed to advancements in cancer care and surgery. He has spearheaded numerous global …
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