Narratives of Purpose

Claire Murigande

Narratives of Purpose is an award nominated podcast that brings you inspiring individual stories of changemakers. The show was launched in December 2020 by Dr. Claire Murigande to showcase founders of impact-driven companies and initiatives to a global audience. Topics include youth empowerment in remote communities, global health equity initiatives, and sustainable food systems of the future. Dr. Murigande is a leader in the life sciences industry, a passionate champion for furthering the advancement and impact of women in healthcare, and a TEDx speaker. (more about her at www.murigande.com) read less
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On Pioneering Cancer Research Across Africa - A Conversation with Dr. Yaw Bediako
10-12-2024
On Pioneering Cancer Research Across Africa - A Conversation with Dr. Yaw Bediako
Narratives of Purpose concludes its sixth season with an insightful conversation featuring Dr. Yaw Bediako, the CEO and co-founder of Yemaachi Biotech, a pioneering company focused on genomic cancer research in Africa. The discussion hosted by Claire Murigande delves into Yaw's journey from academia to entrepreneurship. Yaw emphasises the need for private sector involvement in funding scientific research. He shares his belief that the continent possesses immense potential to contribute to precision oncology research. Particularly in understanding the links between multiple cancer types and the genetically diverse population unique to Africa.Yaw's insights challenge listeners to reconsider the role of Africa in global scientific innovation. He also advocates for a shift in mindset among African scientists, urging them to view science as a commodity that can drive sustainable economic growth. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about Yemaachi Biotech at this websiteMore about Yemaachi's African Clinical Cancer Research Network at this webpage Connect with our guest Dr. Yaw Bediako: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS:00:08 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:37 - Meet Yaw Bediako: CEO of Yemaachi Biotech03:05 - Yaw's Transition from Academia to Private Sector09:29 - Yemaachi's Focus on Understanding Cancer in People of African Descent17:45 - The Role of Technology and AI at Yemaachi22:28 - Building a Diverse and Talented Team at Yamaachi28:17 - Challenges and Opportunities in Securing Funding for Biotech Startups36:57 - The Future of Yemaachi and Biotech in Africa39:58 - The Future of Africa's Research: Science as a Commodity43:47 - Conclusion
On Unlocking Women's Brain Health - Women's Health Series with Ann-Marie de Lange
19-11-2024
On Unlocking Women's Brain Health - Women's Health Series with Ann-Marie de Lange
In this new episode of 'Narratives of Purpose', Ann-Marie de Lange joins host Claire Murigande to discuss the critical and often overlooked area of women's brain health research. Ann-Marie shares insights from her work as Principal Investigator at FemiLab, which studies factors affecting women's brain health using large-scale population data. With a background as a clinical psychologist and a focus on neuroimaging, Ann-Marie emphasises the importance of understanding how various life transitions, such as pregnancy and menopause, impact women's brain health. Throughout the conversation, both Ann-Marie and Claire explore the historical neglect of women's health in research and the implications of this gap on clinical practices today. The discussion highlights the need for more inclusive research, the power of community engagement, and the positive momentum building around women's health issues.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about FemiLab at this websiteContact FemiLab: ann-marie.de-lange@chuv.chConnect with our guest Ann-Marie de Lange: LINKEDIN Watch Ann-Marie's TEDx TalkFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.CHAPTERS:00:08 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:46 - Introducing Ann-Marie de Lange and the FemiLab02:06 - Ann-Marie's Journey into Brain Research and Neuroimaging08:09 - The Challenges of Women's Health Research 11:38 - Understanding the Impact of Transitional Phases on Women's Brain Health17:44 - The Challenges of Building a New Lab25:08 - Grassroots Movements in Women's Health29:11 - Closing Thoughts and Future Directions
On Reclaiming Dignity Through Health Tech - Women's Health Series with Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi & Shamala Hinrichsen
05-11-2024
On Reclaiming Dignity Through Health Tech - Women's Health Series with Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi & Shamala Hinrichsen
In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi and Shamala Hinrichsen join host Claire Murigande to discuss the innovative app "SheHer" designed to advance women's health by providing accessible healthcare information and fostering a supportive community. Both Shamala and Mariatheresa emphasise the importance of centring women's dignity in healthcare, highlighting the disparities that still exist in the industry. They share their personal journeys into the health tech space and the biases female founders encounter when seeking funding, illustrating the broader societal challenges that persist even in progressive sectors like health tech. By collaborating and leveraging their diverse backgrounds, Mariatheresa and Shamala, together with their three co-founders, aim to revolutionise women’s health and encourage others to join in this vital work.This episode encourages a rethinking of how healthcare solutions are developed and delivered, advocating for a model that prioritises the voices and needs of women, particularly those from marginalised communities.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about the SheHer app at this websiteFollow the SheHer app: Instagram Connect with Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi: LINKEDIN Connect with Shamala Hinrichsen: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.CHAPTERS:00:06 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:55 - Meet Shamala Hinrichsen and Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi01:33 - The Mission of SheHer App03:48 - Shamala's Journey into Health Tech03:00 - Mariatheresa's Background in Tech06:30 - Building a Diverse Team for Women's Health11:18 - The Importance of Women's Stories21:32 - Challenges Faced by Female Founders35:48 - Calls to Action for Listeners38:23 - Closing Remarks and Future Outlook
On Innovating Care in Maternal Health - Women's Health Series with Martha Agbornyenty
22-10-2024
On Innovating Care in Maternal Health - Women's Health Series with Martha Agbornyenty
In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande speaks with Martha Agbornyenty, the founder and Executive Director of For Mom and Baby Foundation, who is on a mission to improve maternal and child health in Cameroon. With a background as an award-winning young midwife leader, Martha shares her inspiring journey as well as the work her foundation carries out through community engagement, health provider training, and policy advocacy. Martha emphasises the importance of investing in midwives and improving the quality of education they receive. Through her foundation, Martha is not only making a significant impact locally, she is also gaining recognition on a global scale, empowering others to join in the fight for maternal health.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about For Mom and Baby Foundation at this websiteFollow For Mom and Baby Foundation: Facebook Connect with our guest Martha Agbornyenty: LINKEDIN | INSTAGRAMFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.CHAPTERS:00:05 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:34 - Introducing Martha Agbornyenty02:51 - Martha's Journey in Midwifery06:20 - Founding For Mom and Baby Foundation11:01 - Community Engagement and Support Programs18:37 - Advocacy and Policy Influence21:16 - Global Recognition and Future Aspirations32:42 - Closing Remarks and Future Directions
On The Power of Self-Advocacy - Women's Health Series with Dr. Nia Imani Bailey
08-10-2024
On The Power of Self-Advocacy - Women's Health Series with Dr. Nia Imani Bailey
In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande explores the intersection of healthcare advocacy and personal storytelling with Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, President of the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation, who passionately discusses her journey as a radiation therapist and the drive behind her documentary, 'A Letter to My Sisters.' Dr. Nia shares her experiences and insights on the rising incidence of breast cancer diagnoses among younger women, challenging the traditional age-based screening guidelines. She highlights the stories of women who faced significant barriers in receiving timely diagnoses and treatment featured in her documentary film.Dr. Nia also calls for systemic changes that prioritise patient education, community resources, and holistic care. She equally emphasises the need for greater self-advocacy as well as open communication between patients and providers. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:Research article on widening social inequalities after breast cancer at this webpageMore about Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation at this websiteMore about the documentary "A Letter To My Sisters" at this webpageConnect with our guest Dr. Nia Bailey: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.CHAPTERS:00:05 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:50 - Introducing Dr. Nia Imani Bailey03:51 - The Importance of Early Detection in Young Women08:14 - Creating Impact Through Documentaries14:41 - Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare16:59 - Connecting Resources for Cancer Patients20:56 - Understanding Social Inequalities in Cancer Care24:56 - The Need for Policy Changes33:00 - Closing Thoughts on Health Advocacy
On Normalising Gender-Specific Medicine - Women’s Health Series with Thao Nguyen
24-09-2024
On Normalising Gender-Specific Medicine - Women’s Health Series with Thao Nguyen
In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande speaks with Thao Nguyen, founder and CEO of Equal Care, about her mission to normalise gender-specific medicine. Thao shares her journey from tech consultant to healthcare innovator and discusses the importance of recognising gender differences in medical treatment. She explains the challenges she faces in raising awareness and establishing certification criteria for medications. The episode highlights the significance of asking questions in healthcare and Thao’s vision of creating a comprehensive database for gender-specific medical evidence.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about Equal Care at this websiteFollow Equal Care: LinkedIn | X | InstagramConnect with our guest Thao Nguyen: LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.CHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:48 Introducing Tao Nguyen and Equal Care01:43 Tao's Journey to Founding Equal Care03:10 The Mission of Gender-Specific Medicine05:42 Challenges and Solutions in Gender-Specific Medicine09:50 Certification Criteria and Industry Challenges26:00 The Role of Technology in Equal Care31:01 Conclusion and Future Outlook
On Building a Global Ecosystem for FemTech Pioneers - Women's Health Series with Marija Butkovic
10-09-2024
On Building a Global Ecosystem for FemTech Pioneers - Women's Health Series with Marija Butkovic
In this new episode of 'Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande delves into the world of Femtech and women's health with Marija Butkovic, the founder and CEO of Women of Wearables (WoW). Marija shares her journey from a commercial lawyer in Croatia to leading a global organization that supports female innovators in wearable tech and health tech. The discussion covers the significance of Femtech, the challenges women face in the health industry, and the importance of creating targeted health solutions for women. Marija also highlights the various ways WoW connects and supports its community, the role of investment in advancing women's health, and the future vision for WoW. Marija encourages aspiring entrepreneurs and investors to recognize the untapped potential within the Femtech sector and to actively take part in this evolving ecosystem.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. RELEVANT LINKS:More about Women of Wearables (WoW) at this websiteFollow WoW: LinkedIn | X | InstagramConnect with our guest Marija Butkovic: LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.CHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome to Narratives of Purpose00:34 Introduction to Women's Health Issues01:10 Meet Marija Butkovic: Founder of Women of Wearables03:31 Marija's Journey and the Birth of Women of Wearables05:59 The Evolution and Impact of Femtech16:37 Challenges and Opportunities in Femtech Investment22:09 The Role of Communities and Networks24:27 Future Vision for Women of Wearables29:10 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs34:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
On Leveraging AI to Overcome Radiology Challenges - Women's Health Series with Élise Mekkaoui
08-03-2024
On Leveraging AI to Overcome Radiology Challenges - Women's Health Series with Élise Mekkaoui
Diagnosis of Women's Pelvic Conditions Revolutionised. In the fifth and final episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande speaks with Élise Mekkaoui, founder and CPO of Matricis.ai. Élise discusses the challenges in diagnosing female pelvic pathologies, such as endometriosis, and how Matricis is employing machine learning to improve diagnosis by assisting radiologists with MRI image analysis. Therefore reducing medical errancy time.Élise also touches on the importance of bringing awareness to women's health, urging investors to invest in innovative startups that account for gender differences. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBS RELEVANT LINKS:More about Matricis at this websiteFollow Matricis: LinkedIn Connect with our guest, Élise Mekkaoui: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review  This special series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Introduction00:39 The Importance of Gender in Personalised Medicine01:44 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:25 The Purpose of Matricis.ai04:06 AI's Role in Advancing Female Pelvic Pathologies' Diagnosis08:32 Challenges and Collaborations in Data Collection10:57 The Gender Gap in AI and Women's Health Innovation12:47 The Future of Women-Led Innovation in the Age of AI16:25 Closing Remarks and Further Resources
On Holding Space for Women in the Workplace - Women's Health Series with Fatoumata Ly
08-03-2024
On Holding Space for Women in the Workplace - Women's Health Series with Fatoumata Ly
Supporting Women's Health in the Workplace. In the fourth episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande delves into the challenges of addressing women's health within the corporate environment with guest Fatoumata Ly, the co-founder of Ninti. Fatoumata shares her personal journey and the inception of Ninti, a digital platform aimed at helping employers create supportive work environments for reproductive mental health. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of women's health in the workplace, emphasising the importance of community, awareness, and scaling solutions to meet widespread needs.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBS RELEVANT LINKS:More about Ninti at this websiteFollow Ninti: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with our guest, Fatoumata Ly: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review  This special series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Introduction 0039 Revolutionising Reproductive Mental Health01:38 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:26 Fatoumata's Journey to Founding Ninti04:12 Ninti's Mental Health Care Pathway07:18 Ninti's B2B2C Model: Partnering with Employers for Change08:49 Scaling Ninti's Impact11:16 The AI for Life Summit: A Platform for Change13:24 The Future of Women's Health and...
On Humanising Clinical Trials with AI - Women's Health Series with Danielle Ralic
08-03-2024
On Humanising Clinical Trials with AI - Women's Health Series with Danielle Ralic
AI Technology Democratising Access to Clinical Trials. In the third episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande explores the intersection of AI and women's health with Danielle Ralic, CEO and founder of Ancora.ai. Ancora, an AI-powered clinical trial matching platform, aims to democratise access to trials and accelerate research. Danielle and Claire discuss the healthcare system's shortcomings in serving women, particularly in clinical trials. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of gender inclusivity in AI and the startup ecosystem, emphasising the need for more support for women-led ventures in healthcare innovation.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBS RELEVANT LINKS:More about Ancora at this websiteFollow Ancora: LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram | FacebookConnect with our guest, Danielle Ralic: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review  This special series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Introduction00:42 The Critical Role of Women in Clinical Trials01:32 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:26 The Genesis of Ancora.ai04:16 The...
On Developing Non-invasive Cervical Precancer Treatments - Women's Health Series with Alia Rahman
08-03-2024
On Developing Non-invasive Cervical Precancer Treatments - Women's Health Series with Alia Rahman
Twenty-First Century Treatments for Women's Health. In the second episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande speaks with Alia Rahman, the Co-founder and CEO of Amplexd Therapeutics. Alia shares her personal journey with dysplasia, how it motivated her to establish Amplexd, and the company's mission of developing treatments to improve patient experience and accessibility for HPV-induced cervical dysplasia. Alia raises awareness of the healthcare system's failings towards women's health, particularly in the treatments of cervical precancer. She highlights the focus on unique treatment strategies, such as non-invasive and low-cost options. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:CIN classifications summary by the Cleveland Clinic "ASC-US" term explanation Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBSRELEVANT LINKS:More about Amplexd Therapeutics at this websiteFollow Amplexd: LinkedInConnect with our guest, Alia Rahman: LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This special series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:0:00 Episode Introduction00:40 Introducing Amplexd Therapeutics01:54 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:45 Alia's Journey with Amplexd06:23 Understanding Cervical...
On Making PCOS a Public Health Priority - Women's Health Series with Sasha Ottey
08-03-2024
On Making PCOS a Public Health Priority - Women's Health Series with Sasha Ottey
Advocacy and Patient-led Innovation in Women's Health. In this first episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande speaks with Sasha Ottey, the Executive Director of the PCOS Challenge. Sasha shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and how her experiences led her to establish a leading non-profit organisation that supports and advocates for those affected by PCOS globally. Sasha emphasises the importance of patient involvement in creating medical solutions and innovations, as well as the need for increased funding towards research. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.References for content mentioned in this episode:Gender bias in medicine articleGender funding gap data by UBSRELEVANT LINKS:More about PCOS Challenge at this websiteFollow PCOS Challenge: LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook Connect with our guest, Sasha Ottey: LINKEDINFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This special series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.CHAPTERS:00:00 Episode Introduction00:40 The Importance of Women's Health Advocacy01:30 Introducing the Host and the Podcast02:37 Sasha's Personal Journey with PCOS05:17 The Global Reach of PCOS Challenge07:51 The Importance of Patient-Led...
Celebrating Three Years of Narratives of Purpose
12-12-2023
Celebrating Three Years of Narratives of Purpose
Join me for the Season Five Finale of Narratives of Purpose where we are celebrating our Three Year Anniversary of powerful conversations with our wonderful guests who are making waves in their industries and communities.In our podcast series, we have shone a spotlight on innovation, sustainability, global health, technology, entrepreneurship and skill development - just to name a few. The fascinating thing about all of the conversations with our guests, is that the action is happening in real-time. Which not only provides an active perspective, but has also led us to invite our previous guests back onto the show to discuss their progress and give a behind-the-scenes look into their journeys.Tune into this episode to celebrate an exciting three years of Narratives of Purpose and many more to come. Show notes:I recommend that you tune into our previous Narratives of Purpose conversations to be reminded of the thought-provoking and impactful conversations that we have had. Be sure to also tune into Hashtag Impact’s episode celebrating the work of Narratives on Purpose in honour of one of the 2023 International Women's Day missions, which was to elevate visibility for women creatives.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript, and connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com, or leave us a review.____ Episode timestamps 00:11 - Season finale introduction 02:33 - Narratives of Purpose's recognitions and features 05:22 - Episode highlights from our first four seasons 18:04 - My learnings from interviewing global changemakers 19:43 - What listeners are saying about Narratives of Purpose 24:04 - What our guests are saying about Narratives of Purpose 29:09 - Shout out to the Narratives of Purpose team 30:12 - How to get in touch with us
On Eradicating Period Poverty - A Conversation with Ira Guha
21-11-2023
On Eradicating Period Poverty - A Conversation with Ira Guha
In today’s episode, I have a fascinating conversation with Ira Guha who is the founder of Asan. Asan is a social venture with a mission to eradicate period poverty, which prevents women and girls across the world from participating in essential daily activities (Including going to school and work).In our conversation, we talk about the impact of period poverty and how Asan cup’s accessibility has the ability to impact the lives and empower the women who use them. We also discuss the seemingly taboo subject of women’s health, especially relating to periods, and how the social shifts we have made towards sustainability globally have made an impact on the future of menstrual products. Show notes: To find out more about Asan, head over to their ⁠website⁠ and ⁠Instagram page⁠. To connect with Ira and find out about the impact that Asan is making within the many communities that they have partnered with, connect with her on LinkedIn. Be sure to ⁠⁠⁠visit our podcast website⁠⁠⁠ for the full episode transcript, and connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com.** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team’s efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____Episode timestamps00:26 - Episode introduction 02:32 - Asan's mission and Ira's motivations to create the start-up06:39 - Asan cup's one-for-one donation and cost-saving model 07:58 - Designing and developing the Asan cup 12:12 - Asan's impact in rural India and beyond14:28 - Breaking the taboos around periods17:46 - Asan's partnerships and behavioural change framework24:45 - Ira's entrepreneurial journey26:36 - The evolving market for reusable period products31:34 - How to connect with Ira and learn more about Asan
On Empowering Action Through Innovative Technologies - A NEW Conversation with Rhiana Spring
07-11-2023
On Empowering Action Through Innovative Technologies - A NEW Conversation with Rhiana Spring
Join me for today’s episode where I will be catching up with Rhiana Spring, the founder and executive director of Spring ACT. Spring ACT is an organisation connecting human rights and technology to empower people to take action and eliminate global social injustices. Their flagship product is called Sophia, the world's first chatbot empowering survivors of domestic violence to gather potential evidence and seek help wherever they are in the world.I highly encourage you to listen back to the conversation from Episode 37 to be reminded of Spring ACT’s mission and listen to today's episode to hear how Rhiana’s journey has evolved over the past 18 months.Show notes: To find out more about Spring ACT, head over to their website and be sure to connect with them on Instagram or LinkedIn.Check out the Social Innovation Tournament finalists that Rhiana mentioned in this episode.Be sure to ⁠⁠visit our podcast website⁠⁠ for the full episode transcript, and connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com.** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team’s efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____Episode timestamps00:26 - Episode introduction 01:43 - Highlight of Rhiana's first interview on the podcast04:32 - Spring ACT's vision and the story behind the organisation's name06:00 - Launching Sophia in Peru08:16 - Developing partnerships with global organisations, including UN Women11:25 - Team work: making space for fun and celebrating the wins14:05 - Growing the Spring ACT team with a Tech Lead17:30 - Impact of international prizes and recognition for Sophia23:00 - Dots: the second Spring ACT product24:37 - Sophia's digital safe26:31 - Spring ACT's new business model29:27 - Rhiana's personal journey as a founder32:23 - Rhiana's advice to aspiring entrepreneurs36:32 - How to connect with Rhiana and learn more about Spring ACT
On Making Medical AI a Common Good - A NEW Conversation with Bart De Witte
23-10-2023
On Making Medical AI a Common Good - A NEW Conversation with Bart De Witte
In this episode I will be welcoming back another previous guest of Narratives of Purpose, Bart De Witte, to hear more about his journey of making medical AI accessible. Bart is the founder of the Hippo AI Foundation, which is designed to develop medical AI for the common good by liberating all future medical knowledge by making it open to everyone.We spoke in November 2022, and before you tune into today’s episode, I highly encourage you to listen back to the conversation from Episode 41 to be reminded of Hippo AI’s mission and listen to today's episode to hear how Bart's work has evolved since our last conversation.Show notes: To find out more about the Hippo AI Foundation be sure to head over to their website and read the newsletter edition I refered to here.Following the recording of this episode, you will find information from Bart’s keynote speech at the WHO Europe Conference here. Be sure to ⁠visit our podcast website⁠ for the full episode transcript.** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team’s efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____Episode timestamps00:26 - Episode introduction 02:05 - Highlight of Bart's first interview on the podcast04:55 - Hippo AI's mission06:47 - Ask Paper: the community and collaboration platform for AI researchers12:18 - Hippo AI's new finance model19:17 - Influence of capital and industrial interests on research21:15 - Open source AI myths and reality in healthcare28:41 - Disrupting healthcare through technology?33:12 - Bart's advice to aspiring social entrepreneurs35:58 - Being provocative to spark conversations37:31 - How to connect with Bart and learn more about the Hippo AI Foundation
On Funding African Female Entrepreneurs and Innovators - A NEW Conversation with Pauline Koelbl
10-10-2023
On Funding African Female Entrepreneurs and Innovators - A NEW Conversation with Pauline Koelbl
Today I am welcoming back my very first guest of Narratives of Purpose - Pauline Koelbl, founder of ShEquity. ShEquity is a Catalyst Fund that provides smart investments for innovative and impactful African female entrepreneurs. Join me in this conversation where Pauline talks about the growth and impact of ShEquity since we first spoke in 2020.Listen to today's episode to hear how the journey of ShEquity has evolved since our last conversation.Show notes: I recommend that you tune into my previous conversation with Pauline in our first ever episode of Narratives of Purpose so that you can better follow along with the growth story of her company.To find out more about ShEquity, head over to their website and find out more about SHEBA (the ShEquity Business Accelerator) here. You can also connect with Pauline on ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team’s efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____Episode timestamps00:26 - Episode introduction 01:50 - Highlight of Paulines's first interview on the podcast05:04 - Gender lens funding and investing in Africa07:33 - ShEquity's portfolio of companies13:06 - ShEquity's impact on SDGs and livelihoods across the continent17:22 - Creating the ShEquity Business Accelerator (SHEBA) and it's impact to date26:24 - Pauline's learnings from her entrepreneurial journey and her advice to aspiring entrepreneurs31:12 - Dealing with challenges and doubt as an entrepreneur35:08 - How to connect with Pauline and learn more about ShEquity
On Gamifying Diversity and Inclusion Education - A NEW Conversation with Alma Moya Losada
18-09-2023
On Gamifying Diversity and Inclusion Education - A NEW Conversation with Alma Moya Losada
Join me for a conversation with Alma Moya Losada who is the founder and CEO of Aequaland, an award winning edtech startup. I previously spoke to Alma back in 2021, and since then her business (and lessons) have come a long way. The core focus of Aequaland is to build educational experiences whilst combining digital game play and physical activities. An interesting way to keep students engaged. Listen to today’s episode to hear the difference that two years has made for this tech startup company.Show notes: I recommend that you tune into my previous conversation with Alma in Episode 14 so that you can better follow along with the growth story of her company. To find out more about Aequaland be sure to head over to their website or you can connect with Alma on LinkedIn. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. ** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team’s efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____Episode timestamps00:26 - Episode introduction 01:55 - Highlight of Alma's first interview on the podcast04:07 - The "phygital" learning experience and Aequaland's extracurricular offerings08:19 - Ed Tech and change in the education system10:34 - Alma's entrepreneurial journey22:14 - Aequaland's business objectives26:04 - Alma's advice to female tech founders27:36 - How to connect with Alma and learn more about Aequaland
On Powering Education with Technology - A NEW Conversation with Ismail Eleburuike
05-09-2023
On Powering Education with Technology - A NEW Conversation with Ismail Eleburuike
In this episode I will be welcoming back a previous guest of Narratives of Purpose to hear more about this Ed Tech entrepreneur's journey since our initial NOP conversation back in 2022. Ismail Eleburuike is the founder of SchoolTry, the leading provider of efficient education application technology in various African countries. We spoke in April 2022, and before you tune into today’s episode, I highly encourage you to listen back to the conversation from Episode 31 and be reminded of Ismail's fascinating background - especially how he started SchoolTry in 2019. Listen to today's episode to hear how SchoolTry has evolved since our last conversation. Ismail also shares his strategies for overcoming challenges as well as his vision to shape the Ed Tech ecosystem on the African continent.Show notes: To find out more about SchoolTry, head over to their ⁠website⁠ or follow them on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. You can also connect with Ismail on LinkedIn⁠. Be sure to ⁠⁠⁠visit our podcast website⁠⁠⁠ for the full episode transcript.** UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND ACCESS TO OUR PODCAST while supporting our team’s efforts to continue producing the best quality content we possibly can! Check out our membership community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/noppodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ and become a patron. ** ____Episode timestamps00:26 - Episode introduction 02:12 - Highlights from Ismail's first interview on the podcast04:15 - SchoolTry's new functionalities and geographical presence 09:15 - SchoolTry's user coverage in K12 and Higher Ed13:00 - Overcoming business challenges during SchoolTry's growth period17:50 - SchoolTry's competitors in the African Ed Tech landscape20:47 - SchoolTry's team members and customer mindset development27:45 - SchoolTry's role in shaping the educational content31:28 - Ismail's advice for entrepreneurial success32:20 - How to connect with Ismail and learn more about SchoolTry