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Now Boarding By Melting PotAli Horriyat In this powerful episode of Now Boarding, we sit down with Ali Horriyat, former financier and founder of Compassivist, a global movement that reimagines giving, compassion, and systemic change.Ali opens up about the radical decision to part with his entire fortune. He does this not for headlines, but to reclaim his freedom and realign his life with purpose. He shares how this choice changed his relationships, challenged traditional ideas of charity, and led him to create a platform focused on long-term impact through storytelling, the arts, and community-led initiatives. What...2025-04-2845 min
The 5CsThe Greatest Challenge of Our Time: Escaping CapitalismWe have come to the final episode in the series Profit and Loss of Our Soul: Redefining Success in a Broken System, Ali Horriyat of Compassiviste gives a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges of moving away from capitalism and the importance of living with purpose. He encourages listeners to reflect on their values and consider how they can contribute to a better world, free from the constraints of the "god of money." By prioritizing meaningful contributions over monetary gain, individuals can find true joy and fulfillment in their lives.dives deep into You can also find Ali on Instagram, F...2025-04-2621 min
The 5CsWealth to Well-Being: Finding Joy in ConnectionMoving along to the fourth episode in the series Profit and Loss of Our Soul: Redefining Success in a Broken System, Ali Horriyat of Compassiviste dives deep into the need to redefine our values, emphasizing community and shared experiences over material wealth for a more meaningful life. You can also find Ali on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and TikTok.This conversation covers the following key areas:-The Illusion of Joy in Capitalism-Capitalism as a Religion-The Phenomenon of Diminishing Returns-The Broader Societal Problems-Redefining the Meaning...2025-04-1924 min
The 5CsJoy Over Profit: Rethinking Our Economic ValuesAt the half-way point in the series Profit and Loss of Our Soul: Redefining Success in a Broken System, Ali Horriyat of Compassiviste provides a critical analysis of capitalism, highlighting its unsustainable nature, wealth disparity, and environmental impact. He ends his thoughtful discussion advocating for a shift towards equity, sustainability, and personal fulfillment. You can also find Ali on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and TikTok.Key Highlights of this episode are:-Wealth Disparity: The Growing Divide-Resource Limitations: The Finite Earth-Environmental Impact: Beyond Superficial Changes-Political Influence on Capitalism...2025-04-1216 min
Compassiviste DialoguesThe Truth About Trauma and Resilience with Allison WhittenbergWelcome to Compassiviste Dialogues. I'm Ali, your host, and my mission with this podcast is to shed light on critical social and environmental issues worldwide, exploring avenues for positive change.
In this episode of Compassiviste Dialogues, host Ali Horriyat sits down with author and Army veteran Allison Wittenberg to discuss her newest novel Killing the Father of Our Country.
Allison opens up about her military experience, family history, and how domestic violence and generational trauma shaped her writing. With deep reflection and candid storytelling, she explores what it means to truly heal through acceptance, community, a...2025-04-101h 06
The 5CsCan We Fix Capitalism, or Is It Time to Start Over?In this second episode of the series Profit and Loss of Our Soul: Redefining Success in a Broken System, Ali Horriyat of Compassiviste tackles the beast known as Capitalism. You can also find Ali on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and TikTok.This episode is a critical examination of capitalism, and uses vivid metaphors and historical references to illustrate the system's inherent flaws. The key highlights are: Understanding the Unsustainability of CapitalismThe Evolution of CapitalismThe Difference Between Sustainability and HarmonyThe Exploitation of LaborMinimizing Expenses and M...2025-04-0521 min
The Jazz for Peace™ Podcast featuring Rick DellaRattaHow Music Can Change Global Peace Forever! Ali's amazing Rick DellaRatta interview for Compassiviste Dialogues! S: 2 Ep. 1Season 2 kicks off just like Season 1 with a Podcast Feature SHOUT OUT as we share with you Ali Horriyat's amazing interview of Rick DellaRatta for the Compassiviste Dialogues Podcast Series where he not only asks some of the most important questions but also welcomes a very special musical performance by Rick at minute 41 welcome in our second season with a BANG!
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The 5CsProfit Over People: The Dark Side of CEO LeadershipIn this first episode of the series Profit and Loss of Our Soul: Redefining Success in a Broken System, Ali Horriyat of Compassiviste begins a deeply nuanced and holistic look at the world we live in. You can also find Ali on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and TikTok.Up first, a deep dive into how the traditional CEO views the world and what really drives them to do what they do.Highlights include:The Tough Reality of Being a CEOThe Challenge of Maintaining GrowthThe Maximization MindsetT...2025-03-2921 min
Max's Island"5 values ... 5 stories ... endless meanings"On Max’s Island, we’ve spent the holiday period reviewing our purpose and taking the time to really connect with our creative reason for being.It’s been exciting to re-discover that each story shared by guests to Max’s Island, can be aligned to one of the 5 values that guide our purpose.In the new series for 2025, we will be highlighting this connection and the meaningfulness of each story … they all really matter.So, get ready … New episodes are coming, and we’ll be spreading our message through a reimagined Instagram page.…stay tun...2025-01-3000 min
Inspired Nonprofit LeadershipShifting From A Profit-driven Mindset To Compassion-driven Activism with Ali Horriyat Addiction to money, creating decentralized organizations, and the importance of measurable goals all get highlighted in this episode of Inspired Nonprofit Leadership. Host Sarah Olivieri interviews Ali Horriyat, who left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance in 2016 and donated his entire net worth of millions to devote himself to his vision of a society where compassion, empathy, and social impact are at the heart of our actions. Starting from scratch financially, but full of heart, Ali founded “Compassiviste,' blending compassion and activism, and the importance of action in making a difference. The conversation highlights Compassiviste’s inno...2025-01-2343 min
Social Impact LeaderRe-Imagine Solutions with Ali HorriyatIn this episode, Jeff interviews Ali Horriyat, founder of Comppastive, a non-profit focused on building a more compassionate society. Ali reflects on his journey as a successful day trader, how it brought him wealth but not fulfillment, and how his views on money and human value have evolved. He also offers insights on the nonprofit sector, emphasizing the need for long-term, permanent solutions to societal problems. This thought-provoking conversation is a must-listen! Follow: instagram.com/socialimpactleader socialimpactleader.com Follow: instagram.com/plywoodpeople plywoodpeople.com Learn More: https://compassiviste.com/2024-10-2350 min
The Fuel Your Legacy ShowEpisode 342: Compassivist Conversations: Navigating Societal Change and Compassionate Action with Ali HorriyatLinks: compassiviste.comSummaryCompassiviste shared their personal journey and the creation of Compassivist as a movement for conscious consumerism and collective action. They emphasized the role of education in societal progress and urged for unity and forming coalitions within communities. Additionally, they stressed the importance of finding common ground through compassion to address societal challenges.Key PointsCompassiviste shares a detailed personal journey from accumulating wealth to realizing the importance of compassion, leading to the creation of Compassivist as a social movement advocating for...2024-10-181h 18
Sense and Sustainability - A sustainable procurement podcastEpisode 52 - Ali Horriyat – The future of Compassiviste - Part 3 of 3Send us a textUnderstand how Ali plans to deliver a convention like no other to create a movement of people to take practical measures towards a sustainable future. 2024-10-0723 min
Sense and Sustainability - A sustainable procurement podcastEpisode 51 - Ali Horriyat – Influencing millions of people towards a sustainable future - Part 2 of 3Send us a textFind about Campassiviste, Ali’s vision to engage millions of people by bringing people together in person, using the arts and entertainment as a catalyst. 2024-09-3023 min
Resilience UnravelledAli Horriyat - Creating changeKeywordsResilience - Philanthropy – Creating change – Compassion - LeadershipIn this episode of Resilience Unravelled, businessman turned charity founder Ali Horriyat, talks about the limitations of traditional philanthropy and the importance of compassion and community-driven solutions. Ali is the founder of social activism non-profit Compassiviste, and he shares his personal journey from the profit driven world of finance to the realisation of the emptiness of his pursuit of wealth and power. He describes how he had a breakdown and decided to take a break from work to travel to Ecuador, where he experienced a di...2024-09-3056 min
Sense and Sustainability - A sustainable procurement podcastEpisode 50 - Meet Ali Horriyat – the man who gave away $100M - Part 1 of 3Send us a textListen to Ali’s heartfelt story about his journey from riches to rags as he started to understand the impact of his “success” in the financial services sector. 2024-09-2336 min
The Dream Huge PodcastAli Horriyat - Creating Positive ChangeAli Horriyat, from the Compassiviste Foundation, shares his vision of creating positive change in the world by tackling global issues such as inequality, discrimination, poverty, and climate change. The foundation operates through various interconnected programs, including publishing, art, film, and podcasts, with the goal of generating income to fund these initiatives. Ali emphasizes the importance of having an exit strategy and making tangible progress in solving problems rather than relying on continuous funding. He encourages individuals to recognize their significance and the power of collective action in creating change.
Takeaways
The Compassive East Foundation aims to...2024-09-0226 min
Real Things LivingFinding Purpose & Reimagining Philanthropy with Ali Horriyat"Compassion is lacking in the world and is the key to resolving conflicts and inequalities."
Ali Horriyat is the founder of Compassiviste and author of over 13 books.
Ali shares his journey from the finance world to a life focused on compassion. He realized that money and material possessions did not bring lasting happiness and decided to use his excess wealth for philanthropy.
Ali believes that compassion is lacking in the world and that many conflicts and inequalities stem from a lack of compassion. He emphasizes the importance of taking action and making a positive...2024-08-2541 min
All Creatures PodcastThe Light At The End Of The TunnelHow can we change the world? This is how...In a powerful episode of the All Creatures Podcast, Chris interviews Ali Horriyat, who abandoned his millionaire lifestyle to champion the Compassiviste movement, a blend of compassion and action. Ali narrates his shift from finance tycoon to homeless advocate, discussing his vision for societal interconnectedness and transformative action. The episode highlights the importance of education, the arts, and innovative tools like the Compassiviste Act App to drive sustainability and social equity. Ali also introduces the Compassion Convention, an event uniting people through film, music, and the...2024-08-071h 24
Catalyst TalksCompassionate Activism with Ali HorriyatIn this episode:
-Journey of personal transformation and letting go
- Mindsets essential for fostering collective change
- The impact of giving away wealth on personal growth and self-discovery
- How Ali’s experiences shape his approach to philanthropy
- Strategies for aligning personal values with higher service
- The role of vulnerability and openness in achieving meaningful impact
About Ali Horriyat
Ali Horriyat left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance in which he worked as a private fund manager in...2024-08-071h 28
Fully Booked: The Hidden Gems Author PodcastFully Booked EP132: When Publishing Meets ActivismIn this week's episode of Fully Booked, Craig and Roland explore how publishing can provide an author with more than just readers and royalties. Special guest Ali Horriyat joins them to talk about Compassiviste, a groundbreaking non-profit organization he created that’s dedicated to driving social change by providing a platform for authors, artists, and other creative activists to share their work.
Ali’s own story is pretty remarkable. After a highly successful career in finance, Ali left it all behind to focus on bringing more compassion into the world, combining activism and the arts to inspire mean...2024-07-2555 minFully Booked: The Hidden Gems Author PodcastFully Booked EP132: When Publishing Meets ActivismIn this week's episode of Fully Booked, Craig and Roland explore how publishing can provide an author with more than just readers and royalties. Special guest Ali Horriyat joins them to talk about Compassiviste, a groundbreaking non-profit organization he created that’s dedicated to driving social change by providing a platform for authors, artists, and other creative activists to share their work.
Ali’s own story is pretty remarkable. After a highly successful career in finance, Ali left it all behind to focus on bringing more compassion into the world, combining activism and the arts to inspire mean...2024-07-2555 min
The Influential NonprofitAli Horriyat: The Magic of Compassionate ActivismAli Horriyat, a former finance manager turned philanthropist, left his career in 2016 to prioritize social impact over profit. He founded Compassiviste in 2020 to further this vision. With diverse academic achievements across multiple countries, he is also an author and advocate for compassion. Key Takeaways:The desire for more and more wealth is often not merely driven by the material comforts it affords but by the control and power, it can convey. A power that, left unchecked, risks eroding the quality of our relationships and personal well-being. Overcoming the scarcity mentality is vital for nonprofits. Com...2024-07-2544 min
Lead To Greatness Podcast181. Global International Charity with Ali Horriyat | Cedric FrancisALI HORRIYAT, Founder of Compassivate, left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance in 2016 to devote himself to his vision of a society where compassion, empathy, and social impact are at the heart of our actions. In 2020, he launched Compassiviste to spread this vision and he develops and invents ways we can sustainably produce and consume, in order to make sustainable living a comfort and not a burden. Compassiviste believes that all change begins with creative expression so there is no better way than to amplify the voice of a new appeal and generation than to have dialogues with those...2024-07-2239 min
Max's Island"Our programs are designed in that way ... to bring philanthropy to your heart"Ali Horriyat established Compassiviste to unite individuals into collectives that can make real change to the world.Following a self described “ mindset experience “ with a homeless person who shared food with him when he was “on the streets”, … Ali embraced a clear understanding of compassion, and most importantly, the actions of compassion that help others to make real change…from these thoughts came Compassiviste.Ali has devoted his time and thoughtful mindfulness to capture many concepts that form the basis of the Compassiviste way. His featured essays and manifesto’s continue to develop philosophies in areas that inc...2024-07-1700 min
Linda's Corner: Inspiration for a Better LifeCompassion Activist - Former Multi-Millionaire Ali Horriyat [How You Can Change the World]"Change happens when love is activated." - Ali HorriyatFormer multi-millionaire Ali Horriyat gave away all his wealth and turned his focus towards compassion for humanity. Listen to learn how he is making a positive difference in the world and how you can too. Ali is the founder of Compassiviste, a global network of humanitarian projects. He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in economics, political science, philosophy, business, international relations, conflict resolution and religion. He is also the author of 13 books, countless essays and poems; and believes that humans must “love always, and always love.” You can reach Ali...2024-07-1655 min
Max's Island"It's not a matter that philanthropy starts with a billionaire ... it starts with a mindset"In 2016, businessman-turned-charity founder Ali Horriyat gave away his entire personal fortune of almost $100m. This was not just a meaningless distribution of cash to satisfy an ego charged desire for personal fulfilment, but it came from a real belief in a better way to shift the social impact dial. He went to the extremes of experiencing homelessness, connecting with people who’s human values mattered more than their wealth and spent many hours, weeks, months and years capturing a manifesto of beliefs that were used to set the basis for his future life.He is on...2024-07-0200 min
Shining BrightlyCOMPASSION IS IN FASHION With Ali HorriyatEpisode Summary – A FORCE MULTIPLIER FOR GOOD AND POSITVE CHANGE! In Episode 85 of the Shining Brightly Podcast Show (links in the comments), titled COMPASSION IS IN FASHION, I welcome Ali Horriyat. He left the world of finance and hedge fund management in 2016 for a life of social impact, activism, influence and action to make the world and society a better place. His global movement is called COMPASSIVISTE (compassionate / activist). Wait till you hear about the OCTOPUS MODEL he has developed from parts of history to shape the social harmony for the arts, environment, children’s and animal rights and that...2024-06-2624 min
The NatureBacked PodcastCompassiviste Unveiled: Starting To Change The World With Ali HorriyatAli Horriyat transformed from a top-tier capitalist to an activist founding Compassiviste, a movement advocating for systemic change through education and practical action. His journey began with a life-altering trip to Ecuador, leading to the relinquishment of his wealth and the pursuit of meaningful societal contributions.Compassiviste, structured like an octopus with various initiatives as tentacles, aims to educate the public on environmental issues, notably through a TV show designed to reduce carbon footprints. The movement's focus extends to ethical practices in production and consumption, and it collaborates with global charities to provide sustainable solutions for refugees...2024-06-1037 min
Spirit in ActionCreative Compassionate Activism from Dubai: Ali Horriyat & CompassivisteOur guest is Ali Horriyat and he's an amazing human being. Ali grew up in Dubai, had loads of education in Europe, eventually obtaining 3 Masters degrees, made a huge fortune in Canada, then gave it away to reboot his life, free from a wealth addiction, and also free to direct his energy to the true betterment of the world. Ali created Compassiviste, a mutual-support organization of creative compassionate activists doing wonderful work. Ali Horriyat joins us from Dubai in the Middle East.2024-05-3155 min
Different thinking for different times.Different Thinking for Different Times - Season 5 Episode 17In this episode, I interview the Founder of Compassiviste, Ali Horriyat. His vision aligns with expanding small-minded, limited thinking we see all around us today, into limitless, Infinite thinking. More about Ali -
ALI HORRIYAT, Founder of Compassiviste,
left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance
in 2016 to devote himself to his vision of a
society where compassion, empathy, and
social impact are at the heart of our actions.
In 2020, he launched Compassiviste to spread
this vision and he develops and invents ways
we can sustainably produce and consume, in order to make sustainable living a comfort and...2024-04-261h 00
The Skeptical Leftist PodcastSustainability Through Compassion with Ali HorriyatIn this interview I talked to Ali Horriyat, founder of Compassiviste. Ali left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance in 2016 to devote himself to his vision of a society where compassion, empathy, and social impact are at the heart of our actions. In 2020, he launched Compassiviste to spread this vision. Born in Dubai, he attended schools in the UAE, France and Switzerland before pursuing his higher education in Canada. He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in economics, political science, philosophy, business, international relations and conflict resolution, and religion. Ali is the author of 12 books, including collections of essays and...2024-03-311h 03
Care More Be Better: A Podcast For Sustainable Social Impact and RegenerationElevating Compassion Today With Ali HorriyatEarning a huge amount of money and amassing numerous possessions will never give you genuine satisfaction in life. Instead of focusing on your material wealth, you will find deeper meaning by elevating and prioritizing compassion to the world. In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Ali Horriyat, Founder of Compassiviste, to share how he killed his life of hypocrisy to start living a purpose-driven life. Ali talks about escaping the addicting money-making culture and beginning his mission to add value to other people’s lives instead of zeroes. He also explains how to harness the power of collective im...2024-03-2057 min
The Art of Paying AttentionTAOPA #020: Ali Horriyat on Compassionate PublishingCompassiviste Publishing inspires collective efforts that build a compassionate society. Launched by founder, Ali Horriyat, it is his belief that humanity must love always, and always love. Ali left a high paying corporate job to pursue a mission of justice and compassion through publishing. Ali and Ryan explore why the current models of publishing are broken, how much negative impact paper publishing has on the environment, finding your writing voice, sharing your work, and much more. Mentioned on the Show:* Work with Ali and Compassiviste: https://compassivistepublishing.com/submissions/* Stay updated with the...2024-03-1852 min
The Art of Paying AttentionTAOPA #020: Ali Horriyat on Compassionate PublishingCompassiviste Publishing inspires collective efforts that build a compassionate society. Launched by founder, Ali Horriyat, it is his belief that humanity must love always, and always love. Ali left a high paying corporate job to pursue a mission of justice and compassion through publishing. Ali and Ryan explore why the current models of publishing are broken, how much negative impact paper publishing has on the environment, finding your writing voice, sharing your work, and much more.Mentioned on the Show:* Work with Ali and Compassiviste: https://compassivistepublishing.com/submissions/* Stay updated with the...2024-03-1852 min
Compassiviste DialoguesDaniel Klein - The Ten Tenets of Compassiviste - #EP 1In our first podcast episode, Ali Horriyat discusses his foundation’s core values, what he affectionately calls the “Ten Tenets” of Compassiviste with Joseph Studios CEO and marketing entrepreneur Daniel Klein. Together, they explore the deeper meaning behind each tenet and what it takes to ignite social change on a global scale.
This episode covers:
• Unpacking the "Ten Tenets"
• Understanding the Profound Meaning Behind Each Tenet
• The Role of Core Values in Global Social Change
• The importance of working as a collective
To learn more and stay connected:
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Creative Chats podcastEmbracing Creative Compassion with Guest Ali HorriyatGet ready to be inspired and motivated to create from a place of compassion and purpose! In this episode of Creative Chats, Ali Horriyat shares his transformative journey from the world of finance to founding the Compassivist movement. Discover how Ali challenges the societal emphasis on money and advocates for a healthier relationship with wealth. From personal experiences to global activism, Ali's raw and honest insights will spark creativity and drive positive change. Tune in now and join the movement towards a more compassionate and purpose-driven existence. Visit https://compassiviste.com/ to be a part of...2024-01-3150 min