Inspiring Leaders
Inspiring Leaders
The Global School for Social Leaders
Shining a light on inspiring leaders and changemakers whose lives and words inspired people then and now. We'll listen to fragments of famous speeches and we'll talk about the people and events around them. We'll talk about hidden gems or forgotten figures that played a crucial role in making people's lives better and we'll ask about the effect their mission could have on the world today.
Episode 22: Nasreen Sheikh
In this episode, we talked to Nasreen Sheikh, who has survived more than most of us in the western world will ever live through. She will tell us why we should think twice before buying into fast fashion, what the seven keys for basic human rights are and much more. She has created a social enterprise that is helping women come out of poverty and is creating a powerful ripple of fact that is affecting communities and will help children, even those not even born yet, have a better future. Find out more about Nasreen and her efforts here: Empowerment Collective, Local Women Handicrafts and Nasreen's Instagram This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript and Instagram. Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
Jul 5, 2021
44 min
Episode 21: Stuart Williams
On this episode we have an interview with Stuart Williams, the creator of Impact Economics (Inclusive Capitalism) which is the future of Business, Capitalism, and Resilient and Inclusive Communities. Are you dissatisfied with Capitalism and a society focused on extraction? Stuart is too. This interview is an introduction into the concept of Impact Economics and will give you insights into how the problem started and what we can do to fix it. You'll find Stuart's work in Impact Economics here. If you are interested in becoming certified in Impact Economics, you can find a link here. Follow Stuart also on Instagram, Clubhouse and LinkedIn and get inspired to change.  This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript and Instagram Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
Jun 28, 2021
49 min
Episode 20: Russell Means
In this episode we'll listen to Russell Means, American Indian Activist, addressing the US senate in 1989 about the chokepoints the government had been putting on American Indians for generations.  This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript and Instagram Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
Jun 21, 2021
23 min
Episode 19: Loubna Zarrou
Loubna helps entrepreneurs find their balance and life that 80/20 lifestyle. In this episode we talk about how she got into this field, working as a mad scientist, the black and the white list, handling managers and the value of sharing your story. Here are some links to her and her work: Loubna's LinkedIn, her Clubhouse, her podcast and her instagram This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript and Instagram Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
Jun 14, 2021
49 min
Episode 18: José Manuel Moller
José Manuel presents his company Algramo and explains how it can help not only reduce the amount of plastic we use but also help with the poverty tax. Truly inspiring talk about innovating for those who need it most. Here are some links to him and his work: The Algramo Website, Algramo's Instagram, José Manuel's Ashoka Page This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript and Instagram Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
Jun 7, 2021
8 min
Episode 17: Atilla Suba
In this interview, Roberto and Atilla talk about how he went from studying economics and social psychology to singing the blues to leading a foundation for climate action. His multi-disciplinary team is developing their own cryptocurrency and a network of services around hemp and marihuana to tackle the climate problem all from Amsterdam. Here are some links to him and his work: Instagram, Green Revolution Website and where to join his movement.  This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript and our Instagram for comments and feedback. Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
May 31, 2021
20 min
Episode 16: Las Adelitas
In this short episode you'll learn about the diverse roles women took in the Mexican Revolution, what they did, the women who were part of combat and used Drag to join the fight and a forgotten queer hero of the Revolution. Join us!  This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript, Instagram and Clubhouse Club Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
May 24, 2021
6 min
Episode 15: Dali Rivera
In this interview with Anti-bullying educator Dali Rivera we talked about what bullying is, what her challenges were and what we can do as guardians and parents to help both victims and perpetrators stop the cycle of abuse. Here are some links to her and her work: Instagram, DaliTalks Clubhouse Club, Dali on Clubhouse and Website This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript, Instagram and Clubhouse Club Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
May 17, 2021
45 min
Episode 14: Miriam Makeba aka Mama Africa
Singer, songwriter and actress and activist. Miriam Makeba spoke up against Apartheid and the government of her birth country rejected her for it but she stayed strong and was loved by millions for her beautiful music, honesty and strong opinions. Thank you to 2nacheki for their series 'African Leaders' where this interview was sourced from. Follow their on their Website, Youtube and Patreon  This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript, Instagram and Clubhouse Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
May 10, 2021
11 min
Episode 13: Ossana Ber
Ossana is a giving leader who is always ready to help others achieve their goals. In this interview she talks about her two non-profits, her inspirations and why she is not afraid to get her hands dirty. Here are some links to her and her work: LinkedIn, Instagram, JA Canada and MomHalo This podcast is made by the Global School for Social Leaders so feel free to reach out with your comments, feedback and conversation. Other resources available for you are: Full episode transcript, Instagram and Clubhouse Thank you to Jonas Bjørnstad (aka Wataboi) for our background music. You'll find more of his work here.
May 3, 2021
29 min
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