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Impact After HoursKenvue Global Comms Director for Sustainability on the Perfect Roti & Storytelling 101Want to share your story more effectively and stand out in both casual and professional settings? This episode is for you. Aman Singh, Global Communications Director for Sustainability at Kenvue, shares her journey of self-expression from when she moved from India to call America home. In addition to being an authentic storyteller, she also knows how to make a simple yet tasty 2-ingredient breakfast, and how to “hustle with responsibility” – her superhero catchphrase.Learn more about Kenvue: https://www.kenvue.com/ Follow Hueman Group Media on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagra...
2025-07-2324 minImpact After Hours1% for the Planet CEO on Romantic Gestures, Birds, & Climate ActionHow often do you truly connect with nature? For Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet, it’s almost every day when she’s out skiing, hiking, or birdwatching. What about when she’s inside? Answer: rollerblading, weightlifting, ice-skating, and of course, working hard to save the planet. In this episode, Kate also shares a few love stories and parenting tips, and leaves us refreshed. Learn more about 1% For the Planet: https://www.onepercentfortheplanet.org/ Follow Hueman Group Media on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huemangroupmediaLinkedin: https...
2025-07-1623 minImpact After HoursMalala Fund Digital Director on Matcha, The Best Weekend in DC & Cultural JoyLooking for the ideal trip itinerary with top restaurants, local gems, and stellar photo ops? Bhumika Regmi, Director of Digital Communications and Creative at the Malala Fund, has you covered. In this episode, we explore the beauty of her work and the joys of her life: matcha ice cream and springtime hangouts. She also reflects on her younger years and her time in Nepal, Mongolia, and Washington D.C.Learn more about the Malala Fund at https://malala.org.Follow Hueman Group Media on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...
2025-07-0924 minImpact After HoursFundraising Exec on Beyonce’s “Halo,” Rom-Coms & Using Your Voice For Good After turning the Trevor Project into a powerhouse for change, Muneer Panjwani became the CEO of Engage for Good. There, he created the Halo Awards – the highest recognition for social impact initiatives. In this episode, we get into how Queen B herself – Beyonce – inspired the award’s logo and design. We also learn about Muneer’s incredible family, his favorite rom-com and the best type of chocolate chip cookie there is! Learn more about Engage for Good at engageforgood.comFollow Hueman Group Media on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huemang...
2025-06-1823 minImpact After HoursGates Foundation Veteran on Favorite Fiction Books and Real-Life SuperpowersWhat would you do if all of your responsibilities were paused for 24 hours? As the Chief Communications Officer at the Gates Foundation, finding time to unwind is crucial, and nothing helps Alex Reid more than a good… READ (sorry we had to!). This episode has book recs for days! If reading isn’t your thing - don’t worry, we also get into the violent, but fun, nature of lacrosse, real-life superpowers and food. Glorious food!Check out The Gates Foundation: https://www.gatesfoundation.org/ Follow Hueman Group Media on social media:Instag...
2025-05-2823 minImpact After HoursFormer Magazine Editor-in-Chief on Homemade Pizza and Combating LonelinessHow does Ann Shoket, CEO of the Li.st and Founder of 10 Minutes to Togetherness build community when she’s off duty? Through carefully crafted dinner parties, making varieties of great pizza and of course, singing karaoke! As we like to say on this show, what you do off the clock, can have as much impact on people as what you do for work.. Check this episode out to learn how to connect better with people you already know, and innovative ways to expand your community circles.Check Out Ann’s Substack “The Lift”: https://substack.com/@ann...
2025-05-2120 minImpact After HoursRare Beauty Chief Impact Officer on Lessons from Michelle Obama and Good SleepAs Chief Impact Officer at Selena Gomez’s company Rare Beauty and President of The Rare Impact Fund, Elyse Cohen understands the make-up of social impact. But she also understands the importance of wearing an eye mask daily, why lavender oil is a must for a cozy night-time routine, and the three essentials for hosting a great party.Finding all these tips in one space is “rare,” and that’s the “beauty” of this show! Rare Beauty Mental Health Summit Recap: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJMpyjMpOMY/?img_index=1 Rare Beauty’s 2024 Social Im...
2025-05-1418 minImpact After HoursFounder on Purpose After Tragedy and Recording a Pop Album in Your 50sAfdhel Aziz, Founder and Chief Purpose Officer at Conspiracy of Love, is passionate about helping others find their purpose. By day, he runs the certified BCorp consultancy business, and by night, he’s writing poetry, making films and embracing new things - like producing his first pop music album at the age of 51. He’s just getting started. Find out what Afdhel is up to here: https://www.afdhelaziz.com/ Learn more about Conspiracy of Love here: https://www.conspiracyoflove.co/ Follow Hueman Group Media on social media:Instagram...
2025-05-0718 minImpact After HoursSocial Change Agency Exec on Beyoncé, Favorite 90s TV Show, and Being a DoulaShakirah Hill-Taylor, Chief Digital Officer at Fenton, loves books and babies. So much so that she became an accomplished author and a really dope doula. But between working at a communications firm for social change, delivering babies, and writing books, what does she have time for? Let’s find out. Check out The Dope Doula: https://www.instagram.com/the_dope_doula/ Follow Hueman Group Media on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huemangroupmediaLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hueman-group-mediaViews and opinions expressed during the...
2025-04-3024 minImpact After HoursClimate Fintech Entrepreneur on Techno Music and Applesauce EmpireStephanie Benedetto, Founder and CEO of Aloqia, has thrived in several fields. As a kid, she sold homemade applesauce for profit. As a young adult, she became a corporate lawyer. Today, she runs a supply chain inventory business. Now, let’s see if she can answer the tough questions like: “chocolate or vanilla ice cream?”Learn more about Aloqia (formerly known as Queen of Raw) here: https://www.aloqia.com/ Stay up to date with Stephanie on social media: https://www.instagram.com/thestephaniebenedetto/?hl=en Follow Hueman Group Media on social...
2025-04-2317 minImpact After HoursSustainability Exec on Blocking Apps, Concerts, and Bucket List TravelingAs the Executive Global Director of Sustainability & Impact at R/GA, Bayyina Black is very busy. However, when she’s not making strides at the consultancy, digital design and advertising agency, she’s making movies, booking flights, and singing her heart out at concerts around the globe.Learn more about Bayyina Black here: www.bayyinablack.comWatch Impact After Hours on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL91p04cSUw84Cjc2L8mL1K_MHobgduze5Impact After Hours is an original Hueman Group Media podcast.Fo...
2025-04-1622 minImpact After HoursSocial Impact Connector on Broccoli Obsession and Best Seat on PlanesWhat does Susan McPherson, Founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies, do in her free time? When she’s not leading a BCorp-certified boutique strategy and communications firm, you may find her watching sunsets, reading the New York Times, and – unsurprisingly – making impactful connections.Check out Susan’s book, The Lost Art of Connecting, here: https://www.thelostartofconnecting.comListen to the SXSW panel “The Antidote to a Divided America,” here: https://schedule.sxsw.com/2025/events/PP146334Watch Impact After Hours on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL91p04cSUw8...
2025-04-0919 minImpact After HoursIntroducing: Impact After HoursWhat are the world’s biggest changemakers really like off duty? Impact After Hours takes a fun and rare peek into the lives of your favorite social impact leaders (and ones definitely worth knowing!). If you want to kick back, laugh and be frivolous (all while changing the world), you’re in the right place. In each episode, you may find a great book recommendation, a new travel destination, or a unique after-hours hobby. You’ll also hear guests answer tell-me-something-good questions they never get asked. Because what happens outside of work can have an impact, too.New...
2025-04-0800 min
Source of GoodStitching Tech and Transparency with Nobody’s Child and FabacusWhat if a quick scan of a QR code could answer every question you had about a product? At the women’s clothing brand Nobody’s Child, they’ve implemented that very technology. It’s all part of a revolution in the way consumers interact with products. At the helm is Andrew Xeni, founder & chairman of Nobody’s Child, founder & CEO of Fabacus, and our guest today. To learn more about Nobody’s Child visit nobodyschild.comTo learn more about Fabacus, visit fabacus.comCheck out that pair of Nobody’s Child leopard...
2025-02-2514 min
System CatalystsHow Donors Can Bring More Than Money To The Table with English and JeffFunding + expertise used to be enough to solve issues in communities close to home and around the world. For grantees and donors. But everything is shifting.Podcast hosts English Sall and Jeff Walker—they've seen the change. So has each guest from Season 3. As we wrap up this season, English and Jeff bring thoughts for Next Gen philanthropists and everyone else working in these spaces.If you have funds to give, what's the best way to show up? What posture will serve you best?How can you best leverage your de...
2025-02-1828 min
Say More with Tulaine MontgomeryMaking Sense of America's Choice with Farah StockmanAfter the 2024 election America is still grappling with its decision.Pulitzer Prize winning journalist from the New York Times, Farah Stockman offers an analysis of the situation.This conversation was recorded in December 2024.Resources mentioned in this episode:American Made: What Happens to People When Work Disappears - Farah Stockman’s book.Follow Tulaine on:InstagramLinkedinXProduced by the New Profit and Hueman Group Media.Views and opinions expressed during the po...
2025-02-1244 minSource of GoodStretch Goals: Yoga Pants Made From Corn with LYCRA®For more than 60 years, LYCRA® has kept us comfortable with its iconic stretch fabric. But now, the manufacturer is reinventing its material with an unexpected ingredient: corn. Yes, corn! In this episode, Jean Hegedus, Director Of Sustainability at The LYCRA Company, explains how using dent corn can yield a more sustainable, bio-derived version of their legendary material—without sacrificing performance or comfort.To learn more about The LYCRA Company's sustainability initiatives, visit www.lycra.com/sustainabilityCheck out a pair of Lululemon yoga pants made from LYCRA® at www.lululemon.comPr...
2025-02-1111 minSystem CatalystsIf It's Worth Doing, Do It with Others with Raj PanjabiIf you’ve gained a diverse range of experience, from boots-on-the-ground to advocacy, you know how helpful that can be when working to usher in systems change. How do you maintain a "system change mindset" when your personal circumstances and the context around you are constantly shifting?Dr. Raj Panjabi has worked at the bedside of babies in Liberia, advised pandemic officials at the White House, taught students at Harvard, and worked as a systems entrepreneur. In this episode, he shares his approach to working in community to make sure everyone has the hea...
2025-02-1131 minSystem CatalystsThe Tech World We Deserve with Aniyia WilliamsWhat could the tech world look like if it served the needs and interests of people instead of bots? If it tackled the world's most pressing problems instead of creating memes? If it created communities of founders who change the system that funds innovation?Aniyia Williams has some ideas about that.In this week's episode, Aniyia Williams—inventor, “systempreneur,” and Director of the Responsible Technology team at the Omidyar Network—shares her mission to rid the tech world of dependence on VCs and help build a more healthy & responsible tech future for everyone.
2025-02-0426 minSource of GoodA Circular Economy Sofa with DunelmWould you throw away a whole sofa because of one stain? Sometimes we have to, but those giant pieces of furniture wreak havoc on landfills. That's why Dunelm designed its Full Circle Sofa with modular pieces that can be swapped out, repaired, and even recycled. Lisa Ly, Senior Sustainability Manager at Dunelm, one of the UK's largest home furnishings retailers, explains this and other groundbreaking initiatives in its "Good and Circular" approach.To learn more about Dunelm, visit www.dunelm.comCheck out Dunelm’s line of Full Circle Sofas: www.dunelm.com/ca...
2025-01-2812 minSystem CatalystsMoney = Math + Feelings with CJ GrimesIf you dream of making a big impact, you know the value of building a movement with a strong sense of trust and high engagement. Carrie Joy Grimes, founder of WorkMoney, is convinced that everyone who works hard should be able to get ahead. By offering reliable financial information–the kind that helps people reform their relationship with money and create a life of financial stability–WorkMoney has gained 8+ million highly engaged members in just a few years. Carrie Joy joins us to talk about building a movement, earning trust, and about listening to in...
2025-01-2826 minSystem CatalystsHow to Get the Government to Fund You with Financing Alliance for HealthDr. Angela Gichaga has seen health systems from every angle—working as a frontline clinician in hospital wards, then working in government in Kenya, and now supporting governments across the African continent. At every stage, the unique knowledge that only “locals” have made all the difference in being in the right places at the right time. If you've ever wondered how to leverage the way government works–whether meeting moms and their babies with their pastoral families’ herds for immunizations or knowing which Ministry halls to haunt–Dr. Angela Gichaga explains.To learn mor...
2025-01-2123 minSource of GoodThe Power of Eucalyptus with Sappi VerveDid you know that eucalyptus trees grow more than six feet in a single year? It’s true! This is one reason why Sappi Verve uses eucalyptus to manufacture dissolving pulp, which becomes viscose. On today’s episode, Krelyne Andrew, Sappi Verve’s General Manager of Sustainability, explains how eucalyptus can help make more sustainable products.To learn more about Sappi Verve, visit www.sappi.com/the-spirit-of-verveCheck out Gerber Childrenswear’s line of clothes made of sustainable viscose here: https://www.gerberchildrenswear.com/collections/our-softest-editProduced by Cascale and Hueman G...
2025-01-1413 minSystem CatalystsThis is Why We Need System Catalysts with Don Gips from SkollFor 25 years, the Skoll Foundation has partnered with people on the front lines to tackle some of the world’s most difficult issues. From health and pandemics to climate action, inclusive economies, and issues of justice—no issue has been too difficult to approach.So when Skoll Foundation CEO, Don Gips, shares the impact he’s seen made by System Catalysts, we pay attention.To learn more about the Skoll Foundation, visit skoll.org--If you aspire to be a System Catalyst and need resources to help y...
2025-01-1419 minSource of GoodFrom Farm to Closet: the Icon Coat by Eileen FisherThe timeless style Eileen Fisher is known for isn’t just a product of its creative design. It’s also linked to the brand’s sustainable sourcing and practices. In this episode, Susan Scow, Sustainability Specialist at Eileen Fisher, breaks down the steps to produce one iconic piece. To learn more about Eileen Fisher’s Icon Coat, visit: eileenfisher.comProduced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media.Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Gr...
2024-12-1714 min
Still at WorkHow to Land Your Next Role — Be Yourself!Today I’m bringing you the inside scoop on landing your next job. My guest is Elisabetta Bartoloni and she's going to draw on her years of experience in executive recruiting to tell us the secrets of writing a fantastic resume, nailing your job interview and talking about your personal story! Elisabetta is a partner at Hiedrick Struggles and co-chairs their Women's Inclusion Network.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion starts with hiring but more than that it's badly needed in executive hiring.Even companies that nail their DEI effo...
2024-12-1023 minSource of GoodHow To Make Clothes From Wood with Lenzing and ReformationTrees are more than just bark, branches and leaves. They contain a secret ingredient that is critical to a more sustainable fashion industry. In this episode, Thomas Matiz, Product Sustainability Specialist at Lenzing Group, takes us into a fairy tale world where responsibly managed forests become fabric. Except, it’s not magic. It’s science. To learn more about Lenzing visit lenzing.com Check out Reformation’s line of TENCEL-based clothing at thereformation.com/collections/tencelProduced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media.Views and opinions expressed during the podca...
2024-12-0314 minStill at WorkLearning — An Ally on the Path to GrowthWhen I learn something new it is without a doubt the very best part of my day. Whether I'm learning something new about a colleague, reading a book or being taught a new skill.Luckily at Coursera, we have a team focused on helping us all learn and grow.Our guest today is Alena Karabutina! Her job is to help all of us learn and grow!On the show, she gives tips for preparing for the next phase of your career, learning about new cultures, and how to do a s...
2024-12-0323 minStill at WorkBabies, Bosses, and Balance: Mastering the Return to WorkAccording to Lori Mihalich-Levin, there are not enough resources out there about how to return to work after parental leave.Managers often have great intentions to support new parents but they don’t know where to start and most of the new parents are just as clueless. That’s why Lori has developed the exact resources she wanted when she returned to work after welcoming her kids.In this episode she walks us through what managers need to be thinking about, what colleagues can do to support each other and how n...
2024-11-1923 minStill at WorkLeadership Starts Before You LeadWe all need advice on career advancement. We’ve heard from so many listeners who want to know how to find a mentor, how to start building leadership skills, how to prove they’re ready for a promotion and so much more. Cate Luzio is ready to share all the secrets to her success. After a career in financial services, Cate opened a career advancement space called Luminary. With both physical and virtual spaces and events, the professional education and networking platform is meant to propel women and allies forward in their professional journeys. Anyo...
2024-11-1222 minSource of GoodCan Sneakers Be Carbon-Neutral? with Brooks RunningIf you’re a runner, you probably know about Brooks Running’s legendary Ghost sneaker. In this episode, Gabriel Mens, Sustainability Manager at Brooks Running, walks – or should I say runs - us through the process of building a truly sustainable shoe. To learn more about Brooks Runnings, visit www.brooksrunning.comProduced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media.Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
2024-11-1214 minStill at WorkVibe Check: Are Your Presentations Energized?Presentations HAVE to be inclusive. That’s how you keep the attention of your audience. Over 200,000 students have taken Ivan Wanis Ruiz’s Coursera course, Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age. In this episode, we have the opportunity to join them for just a taste of what Professor Ivan has to offer.He’ll take us through how to present and promote ourselves no matter the situation. We talk about presenting to a group of three or a group of thousands. We talk about engaging virtually and in person and across generations. And finally...
2024-10-2921 minSource of GoodTurning Trash Into Treasure with Recover and PrimarkMaking clothes out of recycled cotton may sound like a new idea, but Recover has been doing it for 75 years. Based in southeastern Spain, the textile company is a leading expert in turning old clothes and industrial waste into new garments. In this episode, Orsolya Janossy, Recover’s Senior Sustainability Manager, breaks down Recover's process, the importance of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and why clothes made from recycled materials just makes sense.To learn more about Recover, visit recoverfiber.comCheck out Recover’s collaboration with Primark here: recoverfiber.com/collaborations/primark
2024-10-2916 minStill at WorkTalk About Mental Health Right NowWhat brings you joy? That’s where we start today’s conversation about mental health.Tramaine El-Amin is joining us from the National Council for Mental Well-Being. She's vice president for a program called Mental Health First Aid. The course teaches you where to start with conversations about mental health as well as where to go and where not to go.This conversation includes a mnemonic for how to be there for our co-workers, discussion of how gen z is getting mental health attitudes right, and a call to be more...
2024-10-2224 minSource of GoodThe Factory for the Future with CIEL Textile and Levi’sHow does a clothing factory become a force for positive change? In this episode, we explore CIEL Textile’s AQUARELLE Samudra facility, a sun-drenched building powered by renewable energy surrounded by low-impact landscaping and boasting programs that foster a vibrant workforce. Listen as Sarbajit Ghose, Asia Executive Director of CIEL Textile, shares their innovative and sustainable approach to manufacturing.To learn more about CIEL Textile, visit cieltextile.comCheck out Levi’s Classic Western Shirt hereProduced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media.Views and opinions expressed duri...
2024-10-1516 minStill at WorkHow to Get Ahead: Why Self Promotion is Not NarcissisticThe idea of Coursera is to democratize education. That means breaking down the barriers to learning but also breaking down barriers to career success. That's why Still at Work exists! Felicia Ann Rose Enuha also known as the Trillest MBA joins us as our guest today. Felicia is here to push us to learn how to self promote! Felicia is a fellow podcaster and she's also a career consultant. Her rallying cry is that it is ok to have a strategy or a tactic to get ahead at work. Amanda Clark, CEO of We...
2024-10-0819 minSource of GoodFrom Climbing Glaciers To Saving Them: The Rick Ridgeway StoryWe kick off our first season with a true legend: mountaineer, environmentalist, writer, filmmaker and Cascale co-founder, Rick Ridgeway. In this episode, Rick recounts how his breathtaking adventures on the world’s highest peaks ignited a lifelong commitment to sustainability. He takes us behind-the-scenes on the creation of Cascale and the Higg Index tools.Produced by Cascale and Hueman Group Media.Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media. Hosted on Acast. See ac...
2024-10-0124 minStill at WorkWhat Does my Future Workplace Look Like?We all wish we had a crystal ball that can tell the future.Today’s guest doesn’t have a crystal ball, but she does have loads of data and trends about the future of work. Dr. Kelly Monahan is a Managing Director at Upwork's Research Institute. Today, she'll tell us what those trends show and how to evaluate them for ourselves.Question: "There's so much uncertainty in the world right now and my job is the one place where I want to feel safe and prepared. I can't get advic...
2024-10-0120 minStill at WorkHow to Make Sure We’re ALL Ready for AIOur listeners want to know how work will change in the coming years and how that will change our lives.Question: "What are the emerging trends in the workplace and how do we prepare ourselves for the future of work."We can’t give you all the answers about the future of work, but today’s guest is certain one thing will be a part of it, AI. Angle Bush is the Founder and CEO of Black Women in Artificial Intelligence. Angle is clear that AI is a going to play...
2024-09-2419 minStill at WorkCracking the Connection Code: How to Network BetterHave you ever been told the best way to advance your career is networking? How did you feel about that advice? In this episode, we’re not just going to tell you to network, we’re going to give you the secrets of how to do it in the most genuine way possible. Susan McPherson, The Serial Connector, is joining us to tell us exactly how to build relationships and connect even when it’s awkward. Susan is the Founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies, a social impact based communications consultancy.Question: "Working remotel...
2024-09-1719 minStill at WorkDo it Afraid: Finding the Bright Side of ChangeChange is a constant. There’s no job or situation where we won’t have to deal with it. But guess what, it doesn’t have to be terrifying.Amanda Clark is the CEO of WellBiz Brands and a Coursera Board Member. She’s previously held leadership positions at other major companies in times of both upheaval and growth. She joins us today to talk about how to approach change and how different people respond to it. Keep an eye out for Amanda in future episodes!Question: "I have noticed an increase in defensiv...
2024-09-0319 minStill at WorkRunning on Empty: Bouncing Back from BurnoutGrind culture, hustle culture, fast paced working environment. Whatever you want to call the current state of work, it’s clear that many people are exhausted and burnt out. But it doesn’t have to be that way. As Deloitte’s first Chief Well-Being Officer, Jen Fisher has made well-being her mission. She’s the author of Work Better Together: How to Cultivate Strong Relationships to Maximize Well-Being and Boost Bottom Lines. On the show, she uses her own story to explain how to prevent, spot and deal with burnout! Question: "I've been feeling bu...
2024-08-2721 min
Finding Humanity[B Lab Series] TrailerCan businesses help solve the greatest societal challenges we face?
Historically, the business sector has accelerated social inequity, fueled human rights violations, and exacerbated climate change. With a global cultural shift underway, are businesses truly evolving from contributors to humanity’s biggest problems to drivers of positive change?
In this special series from Finding Humanity, we’ve partnered with B Lab to bring you honest conversations with leaders and policy experts who examine the role of the business community in addressing today’s pivotal challenges—from uplifting marginalized communities through Open Hiring®, to reducing the environme...
2022-01-1201 min
Sincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodEnding Global Homelessness Through Innovation with Brett HaglerSeason Finale: Today, over 1 billion people live without one of the most basic human needs: adequate shelter. By 2050 this number is projected to rise to 3 billion people — a 200% increase over three decades. In this episode, we are featuring Brett Hagler, a change maker who is addressing this problem through innovation. Brett Hagler is the co-founder and CEO of New Story, a nonprofit organization that pioneers solutions to end global homelessness. They work with nonprofits and governments in the developing world to build homes better, cheaper and faster.New Story has been named by Fast Company one of th...
2020-12-0815 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodLiving a Life of Service with Mike BurnsAccording to a 2019 survey by the Pew Research Center, 64 percent of Americans look up to people who have served in the military, regardless of political support for conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. However, as the new generation of members of the military is much smaller than it used to be, many Americans don’t know a veteran anymore. But, as you may know, serving your country comes in many forms — just like doctors, teachers, first responders, mothers and community leaders who have put the lives of others before their own.Mike Burns is a former Army officer with...
2020-12-0120 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodChanging Lives of the "Unemployable" Through Kitchens For Good with Aviva PaleyWhen people have a troubled past, they often have a hard time shaking off negative stereotypes. For this reason, those coming out of prison, homelessness and foster care have some of the highest unemployment rates in our society. Before the pandemic, these ranged from 27 to 42 percent. And COVID-19 has only worsened these numbers, as we hit the highest unemployment rate since the great depression.Our guest this week is Aviva Paley, co-founder and Senior Director of Kitchens for Good. Aviva not only helps lift people out of poverty by getting them employed, but through Kitchens For Good...
2020-11-2416 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodEmpowering Women Through Social Entrepreneurship with Liz BohannonAccording to the nonprofit organization Uganda 4 Her, around half of the girls in Uganda between the ages of 15 to 24 are illiterate. Meanwhile, 10% to 25% is how much a girl’s income will increase with every extra year of education. It’s also reported that an educated woman in Uganda will invest 90% of her income into her family.It’s truly admirable when someone sees a huge problem, and takes steps to come up with a solution, even if they have to go on a long winding road to get there. That is the amazing story of our guest, friend...
2020-11-1723 min
The Hueman Experience PodcastS1EP12: VOTE (Season Finale)This is the Season Finale of Season 1 of the Hueman Experience Podcast. On this episode we discuss the importance of voting and the next phase/season of the Hueman Experience Podcast...Enjoy!!!
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2020-10-1410 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodIntroducing: Finding Humanity PodcastSpecial Announcement: Listen to our new podcast, Finding Humanity. Through real-life stories of courage and purpose, Finding Humanity takes listeners into the heart of the most complex social and political issues facing our world. Each episode puts a human face on a global topic that is overwhelming and difficult to grasp. Our podcast weaves together insights from leading human rights and development experts — while providing listeners with tangible calls-to-action to make a difference.Finding Humanity is a production of Humanity Lab Foundation and Hueman Group Media. Our inaugural season is made possible in part by our collaborating pa...
2020-06-0504 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodPromise of a Pencil with Tanya RamosTanya Ramos wasn’t born into privilege and initially struggled in school. It wasn’t until Tanya’s second-grade teacher recognized her promise when she started believing in her own potential. Through the power of education, Tanya was able to change the course of her life and ultimately the lives of so many others. She pursued a mission to improve the lives of students in communities that need it most, and has not looked back ever since. Today, she continues to help kids access quality education as the CEO of Pencils of Promise, a non-profit organization that builds schools and incr...
2020-05-2615 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodPaying It Forward with Darleen SantoreIt’s hard to get away from bad news these days — death, millions of people who lost their jobs and just fear of what will happen in the coming weeks, months, and even the rest of the year. And while it may be difficult to find it, there is a silver lining: more people are helping their neighbors out and demonstrating acts of kindness.In this episode, we’ll be hearing the story of Darleen Santore, the US ambassador of Global Pay It Forward Day. Darlene, better known as “Coach Dar”, helps athletes, CEOs and entrepreneurs break through ba...
2020-04-2816 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodJust Keep Livin’ with Camila McConaugheyLifestyle expert and co-founder of just keep livin Foundation Camila McConaughey knows the true power of opening a door for someone. Camila immigrated to the United States from Brazil at the age of 15 and eventually built an amazing career as a model. Through the opportunities she was given and her own determination to succeed, Camila made it her personal mission to give back. Together with her husband Matthew McConaughey, Camila founded just keep livin Foundation, a nonprofit organization that helps empower high school students through afterschool programs that improve their physical and mental well-being.Apart from her...
2020-04-2118 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodFeeding Frontliners with Ben GoldbergDoctors, nurses, healthcare workers and hospital staff have emerged as soldiers and heroes in our war against COVID-19. For those of us sheltering in place, we might feel a little lost or even powerless in this situation. But for people like Ben Goldberg, a native New Yorker, supporting frontliners the best way he knows how was a no-brainer. Ben is the founder and president of the New York Food Trucks Association (NYFTA), and in response to the COVID-19 crisis, the NYFTA and its members urgently rolled out "Frontline Food Trucks", a program that provides thousands of healthcare workers free...
2020-04-1414 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodActs of Humanity in Unprecedented Times with Ann LeeThe world has changed because of COVID-19. This pandemic has turned all of our lives upside down. Around the world, people are grieving the loss of their loved ones. Businesses shuttered and millions have lost their jobs. But in this madness and time of uncertainty, there are pockets of hope. On Sincerely, Hueman, our mission to share stories of kindness in action, proves to be more important than ever.For today’s brand new episode, we’re featuring CORE (formerly known as J/P Haitian Relief Organization), a nonprofit organization founded by actor Sean Penn. We recorded this...
2020-04-0720 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodGiving Girls the Opportunity They Deserve with Tiffany DrakeTo celebrate International Women’s Day and International Women’s Month, you’ll be hearing a story of hope, paying it forward and the power of education to transform lives. In this episode, we're sharing the story of Tiffany Drake, Executive Director of Girls Opportunity Alliance, a program of the Obama Foundation. Tiffany left the private sector and found herself breaking the mold as a fellow at USAID — and eventually helping shape Let Girls Learn, a U.S. government initiative launched by former President Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Their work to help adolescent girls attain a quality...
2020-03-1011 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodTeaching Kids Kindness with Nicki DingraudoNicki Dingraudo had the most amazing teacher in first grade.She could tell every detail of her classroom, and she’s the reason Nicki fell in love with education. She knew teachers played a role in teaching students how to be kind and how to be human. After moving to Arizona from the suburbs of Chicago, she was able to fulfill her dream of becoming a teacher. But it wasn’t what she had imagined. Nicki had a really rough time and she would find herself crying on the way to work.In finding other teachers online, Nick...
2020-03-0318 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodBuilding a Kinder World Through Education and Science with Jaclyn Lindsey and Melissa BurmesterWhen Jaclyn Lindsey and Melissa Burmester were at a crossroads in their career, they didn't know they would both meet at the intersection of kindness. After working as colleagues at charity:water, they both pursued to build a kinder world. Jaclyn personally experienced bullying, and it left a deep scar and painful memory. Now a mother, she longs to help shape a world where her child would be safe and treated with kindness. In this pursuit, both Jaclyn and Melissa couldn’t find solutions that were based on research and academia. Filling this gap turned into their nonprofit, Kindness.or...
2020-02-2522 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodSupporting Underserved Entrepreneurs on Their Path to Success with Stacy ClineFrom a young age, Stacy Cline saw how somebody who is seen as "different" can be treated. It wasn't until college when her passion to connect people to causes took shape — upon walking into a run down classroom with no computers and no books for a school assignment. Today, Stacy works on her mission at scale as Director of Corporate Citizenship at GoDaddy for Good, the charitable arm of technology company GoDaddy.GoDaddy for Good has launched programs that tangibly give back to communities where they operate in — one of which is through their "Empower by GoDaddy" program. Thr...
2020-02-1820 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodKindness For The Hurting and Hopeless with Jamie TworkowskiThis story is about kindness through the lens of someone hurting and the person helping them find hope in spite of it.In February 2006, Jamie’s life took a 180 when he met Renee Yohe, a young woman who was struggling with addiction, depression, self-injury, and suicidal thoughts. Jamie and Renee spent time together before Renee entered a treatment center. Jamie wrote about his encounter with Renee and, while not having any experience as a writer or blogger, composed a riveting blog post titled “To Write Love on Her Arms.” In 2007, the heartwrenching and compelling story of Renee and Ja...
2020-02-1121 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodLiving with Self-Kindness and Love for the Planet with AmyAnn CadwellOn the podcast, we often talk about kindness on a certain scale. We’ve featured leaders of nonprofit organizations that impact millions of people, as well celebrities who’ve used their platforms for good. In this episode, we want to dive deep into self-kindness and how we can try to pursue it.When AmyAnn was in graduate school, she developed a deep concern for her choices after seeing the documentary “The True Cost” — choices that ultimately impact other people, and the planet. This led her to starting her own company: The Good Trade.Founded in Los Angele...
2020-02-0419 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodTelling People They Matter with Matthew EmerzianWith an MBA from UCLA, Matthew Emerzian was treading a successful path in the music business. He was the SVP of a major marketing music company and worked with the biggest artists in the world. In spite of his fame and fortune, Matthew felt empty and eventually suffered from chronic anxiety disorder and depression. His experience led him to founding Every Monday Matters, a not-for-profit organization aimed at helping individuals and organizations understand how much and why they matter. Every Monday Matters programs go beyond the individual level. The organization offers no-cost K-12 Curriculum for engaging today’s youth in...
2020-01-2820 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodEngaging Youth in Social Change with Aria FingerWhen we talk about kindness we think sometimes it’s too sappy or too vague. But frankly, with the stories we’ve heard on the podcast and from people we’ve met, it’s really much more than that. When you’re kind to someone, however you choose to do it, you’re taking action. You’re actually creating change. In this episode, we're sharing the story of Aria Finger, CEO and "Chief Old Person" at DoSomething.org. DoSomething.org is the largest not-for-profit organization exclusively for young people and social change. Through their digital platform, the organization m...
2020-01-2118 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodPairing Buddies to Help Prevent Suicide with Gabby FrostWhat if a buddy didn't just mean someone you can chat with about things you like or stuff you have in common with like your taste in music or hobbies? What if your buddy also made you feel less isolated and, in your dark moments, helped save your life? On April 8th, 2013, after discovering three girls on Twitter contemplating suicide, then 15-year old Gabby Frost decided to create Buddy Project. In the same way she felt supported by online communities she joined, Gabby thought she could pair people up as buddies. With this peer support system, her goal was...
2020-01-1420 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodTurning Grief Into a Kindness Movement with Ian Sandler and Christine O'ConnellKindness manifests in countless ways. Seeing someone give up a seat for the elderly, strangers greeting each other on the street or hearing a friend say “I’m here. We can get through it together.” And when kindness is fully revealed in a person, it’s actually quite impossible to miss. This episode shares the healing power of kindness and its amazing capacity to transcend life. On our first podcast for 2020, we will hear the emotional story of Ian Sandler, a loving father and the co-founder of Riley's Way Foundation. With his wife Mackenzie, Ian turned his grief into an endur...
2020-01-0720 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing Good2019 Year End SpecialAs we wrap up 2019 and say hello to a new decade, we wanted to do something on the podcast that's a bit more personal. In this episode, you'll hear from us, your hosts, on our favorite kindness moments of the year. We'll also share kindness entries that our listeners sent. Please have a listen as they will inspire you to do your own acts of kindness. This is our season finale and we'll be back for Season 3 on January 7th! ——Advertise with us: sincerelyhueman.com/advertisePitch your story: sincerelyhueman.com/contactFo...
2019-12-1113 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodBeing Generous and Using Your Platform for Good with Ben HigginsWhen Ben Higgins joined The Bachelor for its 20th season, his life was never the same. But what a lot of people may not know about Ben is that he works tirelessly to turn the spotlight on someone else. In November 2016, Ben co-founded Generous International, a for purpose business that exists to make the world better — providing the consumer a unique opportunity to impact someone's life through their purchase. From coffee to apparel, Generous International’s mission is to create a movement of generosity and to funnel profits of every product sold towards efforts focused on alleviating poverty and brin...
2019-11-2518 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodTurning Air Pollution Into Art with Anirudh SharmaEvery year, more than 4 million people die from direct and indirect exposure to air pollution. Think about that for a second. The very thing that keeps us alive is also the one that’s killing us. Even with problems that seem unsolveable, there are incredible people working day and night to find solutions — like Anirudh Sharma, cofounder and president of Graviky Labs and the chronic inventor behind AIR-INK. Before AIR-INK, Anirudh built Lechal, a vibrating shoe that aimed to help the visually-impaired navigate their worlds better. With Anirudh’s passion to use technology as a tool for good, AIR-INK, the fir...
2019-11-2014 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodPromoting Diversity in Children's Books with Marley DiasWORLD KINDNESS DAY SPECIAL: In 5th grade, Marley Dias felt dissatisfied with the books her school had to offer, particularly the lack of diversity in the stories she was reading. “I never saw black girls as the main characters,” says Marley. At age 10, with the help of her mom, grassroots activist Dr. Janice Dias, Marley turned her frustration into action. In November 2015, #1000BlackGirlBooks was born — a campaign that aims to collect and donate books with black, female protagonists. Due to her relentless attitude and after earning well-deserved media coverage on the biggest platforms, including the Ellen Show, Marley far exceede...
2019-11-1320 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodHelping the Blind and Low Vision Community with Anirudh KoelWhat if there’s a thing you absolutely enjoy that you think: ‘This would be infinitely better if I shared it with another person.’ What if that one thing were your sight — literally the fact that you can see and enjoy everything around you with clarity and without obstruction. It’s something you probably take for granted, but others could only dream of. In this episode, you’ll hear the story of Anirudh Koul, former Head of Artificial Intelligence and Research at AIRA (Artificial Intelligence Remote Assistance ). Anirudh is a prolific innovator who’s worked for tech behemoths like...
2019-11-0517 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodInspiring Change Through Storytelling with Holly GordonHave you ever seen a film or piece of content where the experience was so visceral, so moving that you couldn’t forget about it for days? Powerful stories can trigger an emotion, maybe fear, confusion, excitement or joy. They make you ask questions — and want answers. In these moments, you’re no longer a passive audience. You’ve become a participant. In this episode, we’re hearing the journey of Holly Gordon, Co-Founder of Girl Rising and the Chief Impact Officer at Participant Media. Girl Rising is a feature length film that turned into a global movement f...
2019-10-2922 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodEmpowering Women and Girls Through Tech with June SugiyamaAs humans, we have personal motivations to succeed, to make ourselves better. But when the going gets tough and we’re bombarded with challenges, don’t we sometimes feel like quitting?What if our goal was to impact another person’s life, not just ours? And we stuck to that image of that one person, maybe a handful or even thousands of people we can potentially help. Would we be so quick to give up? In the case of June Sugiyama, Director at Vodafone Americas Foundation, flipping the script and refocusing the lens was a daily practice. Instea...
2019-10-2217 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodGiving Socks to the Homeless and At-Risk Communities with Kelly CobbAcross the US, socks remain the no. 1 most requested clothing item at homeless shelters. When Dave Heath and Randy Goldberg discovered this need in the homeless community, they decided to solve the problem head on. Bombas launched in 2013 with a mission to change the way people think about socks. Not only are socks a critical item of clothing that needs to be at its comfiest, but they can be a way for all of us to make people in homeless, in-need and at-risk communities feel seen.When Kelly Cobb joined the company in 2016, she had the opportunity t...
2019-10-1518 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodChanging the World Through Raw Materials with Stephanie BenedettoStephanie Benedetto is a former corporate lawyer who found her path to change the world. Prior to starting Queen of Raw, Stephanie worked as a lawyer in the fashion, media/entertainment, start-up, and technology industries and co-founded a sustainable textile manufacturing facility. While spending a lot of time in factories and warehouses, she saw perfectly good fabric collecting dust. These would eventually be burned or sent to the landfill. There was no alternative. This was when Stephanie realized that there was a supply demand mismatch — and she wanted to do something about it. Today, Stephanie is the CEO and Fo...
2019-10-0818 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodFeeding Your Soul with Gary CohenWhat do you want to be most remembered for? When you’re not around, what would you like people to say? Is it how much money you make, awards you’ve received or anything that solely points to your personal accomplishments? What about, how you went out of your way to help a friend or a stranger or how you built a career that ultimately, made a positive impact in the world? In this episode, we’re sharing the remarkable story of Gary Cohen. He is the board chair and founder of Together for Girls, a global public...
2019-10-0116 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodSocial Good Summit (Part 2) - Rajesh MirchandaniIn Part 2 of our Social Good Summit special, we're sharing the journey of Rajesh Mirchandani, Chief Communications Officer for the United Nations Foundation, a partner of the Social Good Summit. Rajesh was born in India, but his family moved to the UK when he was just three years old. Rajesh eventually worked as a journalist for the BBC, where he covered a variety of stories and issues. These include the Haiti Earthquake and typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines, one of the most powerful tropical cyclones ever recorded in history. After 20 years of global journalism experience, Rajesh left journalism to...
2019-09-1918 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodSocial Good Summit (Part 1) - Jessica CoenIf you’re part of the younger generation, the idea that you can live a full, healthy and happy life, long enough to see your own children grow, is slipping away because of the greatest threat to humanity: the climate crisis. That’s why we see teen activists like Greta Thunberg and Alexandria Villaseñor holding the megaphone, marching and leading the fight against climate change. They are determined for everyone else to wake up and do something, before irreversible damage is done to our planet.This week, we are proud to work with the Social Good Summi...
2019-09-1716 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodChampioning People with Disabilities with Jillian MercadoJillian Mercado is an indomitable Latina model and disabilities activist. She has spastic muscular dystrophy, and has used a wheelchair for as long as she can remember. Jillian has been stigmatized as a disabled person, but it never held her back from making it in fashion, an industry she’s been in love with when she was young.In 2014, she starred in a groundbreaking campaign with Diesel. The ad shows Jillian in her element — gorgeous, unapologetically herself and showing her disability for everyone to see and embrace. Jillian has also modeled for brands like Olay, Nordstrom and Targ...
2019-09-1019 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodStorytelling for Humanity with Farhoud MeybodiIn the 80s, Farhoud grew up as a young Persian kid in Los Angeles. He’s always loved films, but says the general representation of his culture impacted the way he told stories. It wasn’t until he left his lucrative job in the fashion industry when he finally dedicated himself to a mission: tell stories that entertain and uplift.Today, Farhoud is the Executive Vice President of Creative at Wayfarer Entertainment, an award-winning digital media studio focused on social good storytelling content. Farhoud says his life changed when he met his business partner and Wayfarer Entertainment’s CEO...
2019-09-0322 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodRadically Transforming Crisis Services with Nancy Lublin and Bob Filbin“R U There?” These three words from an anonymous texter catapulted Nancy Lublin into a bold mission: Create rapid-response counseling for people in crisis. In 2013, she launched Crisis Text Line, a nonprofit organization that provides free 24/7 crisis support via text messaging.Research has shown that globally, 1 in 4 people will struggle with mental illness at some point in their lives. And according to the World Health Organization, nearly two-thirds of those with known mental disorder never seek help from a health professional — even if treatment is available.This week, we’re sharing the story of Nancy Lublin...
2019-08-2722 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodScaling Generosity on Giving TuesdayWhen Asha Curran first heard of the idea for GivingTuesday from her colleague Henry Timms, she did not foresee how one day of giving could turn into a global movement. She was then working at 92nd Street Y, a nonprofit community and cultural center located in Manhattan, New York. Throughout her career, Asha helped push what’s possible: How do you innovate for nonprofits? What does community mean in an age where there are no boundaries? In this episode, we’re sharing the story of social good innovator and CEO of GivingTuesday, Asha Curran. Before taking...
2019-08-2019 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodHello Neighbor - Sloane DavidsonWhat is a neighbor supposed to look like? Do we want them to appear a certain way? Or are they human beings that we welcome into our homes, people we rely on to share in our milestones or mourn with us in times of tragedy. So instead of asking what they should look like, the better question is: How should a neighbor be? Are they kind? Do they lend us a helping hand when we need them?After moving from job to job, and city to city, Sloane went back to her hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and started Hello Neighbor...
2019-08-1320 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodConnecting with Purpose - Susan McPhersonSusan McPherson is considered a matchmaker for social impact. Over the years, she’s built an incredible network of business leaders and nonprofit professionals who have a mission to do good. This network is something Susan expands with ease and authenticity. After all, companies and organizations are built by people. For Susan, bridging relationships to create an even greater impact in the world is really all that matters. In this episode, we are sharing Susan’s multi-chaptered journey as an effervescent connector, corporate social responsibility expert and the founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies, a communications cons...
2019-08-0614 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodEveryday Philanthropist - Jenn DuongWhat if you had a chance to impact someone's life with as little as one quarter a day? Jenn Duong and the phenomenal founders at Good Today believe you can, through their non-profit platform. While in college, Jenn pursued a career as an immersive director and producer, eventually finding virtual reality as her native medium. While working at VR studio RYOT (acquired by Verizon’s AOL), Jenn met one of the founding board members at Good Today, Molly Swenson.Good Today's mission is to democratize philanthropy — by making the act of giving frictionless. As the platform’s Head...
2019-07-3016 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodBuy Sight, Give Sight - Ben and Laura HarrisonIn 2013, Ben and Laura Harrison became first-time parents. After waiting for years to have a child, they received devastating news that their son Jonas was blind. Jonas was born with a rare disorder called Peter’s anomaly. At birth, he had cloudy corneas and glaucoma. Though Jonas was born without sight, his vision was restored to a functional level after 21 sight-saving surgeries. In spite of this miracle, Jonas still needed the help of eyeglasses. Ben and Laura weren't able to find any affordable kids glasses they felt would make Jonas feel confident, stylish and empowered. And out of Grand Ra...
2019-07-2314 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodKind Campaign - Lauren Paul and Molly ThompsonIn 2009, Lauren Paul and Molly Thompson packed their bags in a minivan with their mothers. Though their journey had stops along the way, it wasn’t a typical road trip. Lauren and Molly were on a mission to make a documentary about the “mean girl” phenomenon and the negative effects of girl-against-girl bullying. In this episode, Lauren and Molly share their own truth (including the traumatic experience of being ostracized in school), and how they turned their nonprofit organization Kind Campaign into a global movement.From capturing deep seeded emotions in their award-winning film “F...
2019-07-1616 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodPower of Second Chances with Stanley RichardsImagine being told constantly that you’ll never get out of your situation. Or that your environment, the family or neighborhood you were born into, is who you are. In this episode, we’re sharing the journey of Stanley Richards, a criminal justice reform advocate, acting Vice Chair of NYC Board of Correction and the Executive Vice President of The Fortune Society.Stanley cycled in and out of jail until he was arrested for robbery in 1986. He was sentenced to 9 years for his crime and spent 4 and a half years in prison. In this riveting story of h...
2019-07-0920 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodPower of a Girl - Melissa KilbyWhat does it mean to be a girl in today’s world? At Girl Up, a leadership development initiative of the United Nations Foundation — there are no bounds, no limits to defining what a girl is or who she could be. On this week’s podcast episode, we are sharing the journey of Melissa Kilby, a mother, persistent leader and the Co-Executive Director of Girl Up.What started out as a fundraising campaign for partners at the United Nations Foundation, Girl Up eventually grew into a global movement. In the early years of the organization, Melissa quickl...
2019-07-0214 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodWhen Teens Save The Planet - Cindy ChungWe’ve seen them grab headlines. They’re on the streets, calling out world leaders and organizations that have failed to protect our environment. They’re teenagers like 16 year old Swedish activist Greta Thunberg or the 21 young people from Portland, Oregon who are demanding their government to step up and protect children and future generations from the effects of climate change.In this episode, we’re sharing the story of an inspiring young leader — Cindy Chung, a teen climate activist and the co-head of youth-led movement Zero Hour NYC.Daughter of immigrant parents from South...
2019-06-1813 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodDon't Look Away - Serinda SwanWhile best known for her TV characters on Marvel’s Inhumans and Ballers on HBO, actress Serinda Swan, in real life, is turning the spotlight around. For years, she's raised awareness around global causes, activating the hearts and minds of people so they don't look the other way.Since 2012, Serinda has challenged celebrities to stare death in the face through her skydive mission, 18 for 18, a project that funds rescue missions and rehabilitation of sex trafficking victims. Her more recent venture, Deedly, is a tech-based curriculum that enables students to learn about today’s important issues, while empowe...
2019-06-0416 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodBorn This Way with Maya Enista SmithIn 2012, Stefani Germanotta whom the world knows as Lady Gaga, created the Born This Way Foundation with her phenomenal mom, Cynthia Germanotta. The Foundation is committed to support the wellness of young people, and empower them to create a kinder and braver world. But alongside Lady Gaga and Cynthia, is another remarkable human, Maya Enista Smith.For almost all of the seven years since the organization was founded, Maya has been the architect and the compassionate spirit at the helm of Born This Way Foundation. We are proud to share Maya's journey on the...
2019-04-0916 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodAway is Here - Amirah JiwaWhen we travel, perceptions of other people and their culture are no longer confined to what we see on TV or read about online. As we explore the unfamiliar, the stories, the narratives and the experiences become uniquely, our own. On Sincerely, Hueman, we are committed to amplifying not only individuals, but also businesses and organizations that are a force for good. Today, we're excited to share our new podcast episode featuring Away, a global lifestyle brand whose intention, from day one, was to make a real difference in the world - from the products they make to the...
2019-03-2615 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodSpreading Self-Compassion with Karamo BrownIn 2018, Karamo Brown made an indelible mark through the Netlflix reality television and cultural phenomenon, Queer Eye. Before captivating audiences with piercing conversations and emotional breakthroughs, Karamo himself had to overcome challenges that were both unexpected and inevitable. As a gay African American man born to immigrant parents, Karamo educated himself, went against the grain and made sure to show compassion for others. These days, Karamo is sharing his journey as a father, a newly published author and soon-to-be husband — all while spreading empathy and kindness in a world that needs it now more than ever....
2019-03-1215 minSincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodTaste of Home - Manal KahiWhen food is made with love and passion, it goes beyond nourishment. It becomes a story — an adventure. From a desire to serve underrepresented, authentic dishes, Manal Kahi co-founded Eat Offbeat, a food delivery service where homestyle meals are entirely conceived, prepared and delivered by refugees in New York City.From wonderfully crafted menus, customers can try the exquisite flavors of food from countries including Iran, Iraq, Sri Lanka, Senegal and Eritrea (cuisines that are not easily accessible, even in New York City's diverse food culture). Manal, alongside her inspiring and resilient team, are on...
2019-02-2611 min
Sincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodBe Nice The End: Raising Kids with Special Needs - Carissa Tozzi and Gena MannCarissa Tozzi and Gena Mann are longtime friends and the lifestyle savvy women behind Wolf + Friends, an app for moms raising children with special needs. Before motherhood, Carissa had a thriving career in celebrity casting and PR. She worked with media brands like Refinery29, Seventeen and Cosmo Girl. Her life changed when she was told that her son Wolf, who's neurotypical had some sensory issues and needed extra support in the classroom. Carissa wanted her son to live the best life he possibly could, but thought existing materials and resources were not inspiring. She then teamed up with her friend...
2019-02-0616 min
Sincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodLines of Difference - Michael McKeeIdentities and labels can put us in boxes that we can’t break away from. And in the world we live in, people might not be so willing to peel back the layers they see, to dig deep, to ask uncomfortable questions. But then there are people like Michael McKee, a doting son and soldier for the unseen who now works as the Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships at GLAAD, an organization that works across entertainment, news and digital media to accelerate acceptance for the LGBTQ community. While he once felt dehumanized, Michael never gave up in finding common ground be...
2019-01-2315 min
Sincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodEliminating Hunger and Food Waste with Jasmine CroweJasmine Crowe is a modern warrior against food waste and hunger. She didn't stop at just doling out food items to the hungry, she wanted to serve people to make sure they were fed in the most dignified way possible. In 2017, Jasmine launched Goodr, a company that connects businesses with local charities to deliver leftover food. Through an app, Goodr drivers pick up surplus food from client companies and establishments and drop them off at designated locations including churches, food banks, nonprofit organizations and community groups. Jasmine strongly believes that when it comes to hunger, we’re actually looking at...
2018-11-1316 min
Sincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodFilm Forward - Kweighbaye KoteeKweighbaye Kotee felt like she was in Disney World when she first stepped into a movie theater. But as she grew older, she went from being mesmerized with the sights and sounds of a film, to getting behind the camera to create a piece of art that told a story. A story that matters, and oftentimes a story we’re robbed of because people behind it are deemed powerless due to the color of their skin, their ethnicity or perhaps their gender.Seeing inequality all her life, Kweighbaye was motivated to open doors and curate rooms filled with emerging directors, ac...
2018-10-2217 min
Sincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodSing For Me - Jackie VanderbeckJackie Vanderbeck is more than a gifted performer, she was born to use music as a tool to bring joy to people's lives, however momentary. Jackie left her hometown in Sacramento, California and moved to New York City, in the nexus of musical theater, to chase a dream. In the daily grind of auditioning and performing, Jackie felt disconnected from her craft. And in building her new life, she felt a void — the warmth from her grandparents who influenced her love for music. She searched hard for volunteer opportunities involving the elderly, but couldn't find one she could fully commit to...
2018-10-0221 min
Sincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodLet Me In - Hazami BarmadaFrom the outside, you'd think Hazami Barmada lived the American dream all her life. Hazami's armed with a Master’s degree from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard. She's a consultant for the UN Foundation and the CEO of her own social impact firm.But if you trace Hazami's roots (Syrian-Palestinan, to be exact) you'll find something different. She experienced what it was like to study at a refugee school in the outskirts of Damascus. When Hazami's family moved to the United States, they lost everything in Hurricane Katrina.During Hazami’s time at the UN, she lost sleep over...
2018-09-1916 min
Sincerely, Hueman: Stories of Kindness and Doing GoodSeason Finale: Power of Small Things - Emma Yang and Kenton LeeDo you remember Emma Yang, the 14 year old tech genius building an app for Alzheimer's disease patients? How about Kenton Lee, founder of Because International, and genius behind the Shoe That Grows? So much has happened since we featured them on the show. You'll be amazed to hear how much impact these extraordinary individuals have made and are bound to make in the coming months. On this episode, we're also sharing why everybody should look forward to Sincerely, Hueman Season 2!Find Emma Yang: timeless.careFind Kenton Lee: grofive.comThis show is produced by Hueman Group Media.Sincerely, Hueman is on...
2018-08-1311 min