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A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. SherifStories are the Bridge to Every Opportunity | A Conversation with Maha AboueleneinIn this episode of A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. Sherif, we sit down with Maha Abouelenein to explore the power of communication, the responsibility of owning your story, and why she believes self-reliance is the most critical tool in your toolkit. Maha Abouelenein is a powerhouse in global strategic communications—a woman who’s shaped narratives for tech giants, political leaders, and entrepreneurs across the world. From her upbringing as the daughter of Egyptian immigrants in Minnesota to building bridges between global brands and the Arab world, Maha shares her journey, her principles, and her h...2025-06-2658 minA Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. SherifHow Growth Markets are Going from Stuck to Scale: A Conversation with Andrea KatesIn this episode of A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. Sherif, we sit down with Andrea Kates—a globally respected strategist, bestselling author of From Stuck to Scale, and current Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the MIT Kuo Sharper Center (formerly the MIT Legatum Center). Andrea’s work spans tech, healthcare, climate, and finance, and her frameworks have helped thousands of entrepreneurs unlock their next chapter.Together, we explore how entrepreneurs can shift from uncertainty to momentum, why trust is the true currency of innovation, and why she believes 2025 will be the “year of the leapfrog.” We also dive dee...2025-04-181h 02
Doc Malik#318 – Behind the Curtain: Legatum, ARC, and the Theatre of ControlFREEDOM - HEALTH - HAPPINESSThis podcast is highly addictive and seriously good for your health.SUPPORT DOC MALIK To make sure you don't miss any episodes, have access to bonus content, back catalogue, and monthly Live Streams, please subscribe to either: The paid Spotify subscription here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/docmalik/subscribe The paid Substack subscription here: https://docmalik.substack.com/subscribeThank you to all the new subscribers for your lovely messages and reviews! And a big thanks to my existing subscribers for sticking with me and...2025-03-312h 13A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. Sherif“Leadership Is Not About You—It’s About Those You Serve” Conversation with Former Minister Sandiaga UnoIn this powerful episode of A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. Sherif, we sit down with Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno—Indonesia’s former Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, a seasoned entrepreneur, and global thought leader in inclusive development.From scaling businesses after the Asian Financial Crisis to creating millions of good-quality jobs during COVID-19, Minister Uno’s story is one of resilience, vision, and deep commitment to public service. Together, we explore how his entrepreneurial background shaped his approach to governance, why he believes entrepreneurship is a form of resistance to the status...2025-03-281h 28A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. SherifEntrepreneurship as a Form of Resistance: A Conversation with Ahmed Zahran of KarmSolarIn this episode of A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. Sherif, we sit down with Ahmed Zahran, CEO of KarmSolar and 2024 Foundry Fellow at the Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at MIT. What started as a company born out of frustration and necessity has now become one of Egypt’s leading solar energy firms, transforming the way power is generated and distributed in the region.Ahmed shares his journey from working in corporate energy to being forced out of a job—an event that led to the creation of KarmSolar. We explore th...2025-03-011h 03A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. SherifTechnological Sovereignty and Human Connection: A Conversation with Ambassador Philip ThigoIn this reflective episode of A Legacy of Purpose, Dina H. Sherif welcomes Ambassador Philip Thigo, Special Envoy for Technology for the Republic of Kenya and Founding Director for Africa at the Thunderbird School of Global Management. Together, they explore the intersection of technology, policy, and human connection in driving Africa’s future. Ambassador Thigo shares personal insights into his values-driven journey, the bold vision for technological sovereignty, and the challenges of redefining Africa’s role in the global economy.This conversation delves into the importance of mindset shifts, coll...2025-01-1856 minA Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. Sherif“Resilience Isn’t Survival; It’s Transformation”: A Conversation with Dr. Alaa MurabitDr. Alaa Murabit’s remarkable journey—from founding The Voice of Libyan Women during the Arab Spring to becoming a global leader in health, equity, and sustainable development—is a testament to her belief in radical resilience. In this episode, Dr. Murabit reflects on the values that shaped her career, the challenges of advocating for women’s leadership in global systems, and the transformative power of faith and community.With practical insights drawn from her groundbreaking TED Talk and her role at the Gates Foundation, Dr. Murabit discusses why resilience requires reimagining not just our syst...2024-12-211h 23
Shaping PhilanthropyGuy CaveGuy Cave, president of the Legatum Foundation, joins the podcast to tell us about Legatum's new humanitarian initiative.The Resilio Fund, which is due to be officially launched in 2025, aims to mobilise US$100m in its first five years to support grassroots organisations based in a range of crisis zones including Somalia, Ethiopia, Sudan, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Lebanon.The idea, explained Guy in this interview with Anissa Punjani, is to funnel cash directly to people in humanitarian need, rather than rely on money to trickle down...2024-12-1121 minA Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. SherifThe Power of “How Can I Help?”: A Conversation with Christopher SchroederWhat does it mean to not only witness but actively champion the entrepreneurial spirit across the world? In this episode of A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. Sherif, Christopher Schroeder—renowned entrepreneur, investor, and author of Startup Rising: The Entrepreneurial Revolution Remaking the Middle East—shares his journey from co-founding innovative tech companies in the U.S. to championing the untapped potential of growth markets like MENA, LATAM and ASEAN, Christopher’s story is one of humility, curiosity, and an unwavering belief in the power of people to solve their own communities’ most pressing challenges. During the conversa...2024-12-091h 14
The TechTrends PodcastMIT Legatum Center’s Dina H. Sherif On Working With African EntrepreneursIn this episode of our TechTrends Podcast, we speak to Dina H. Sherif, Executive Director of the Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Earlier this month,, the Legatum Center led its 2024-2025 Foundry Fellows on an ecosystem tour of Nairobi, Kenya. Over a three-day tour of Nairobi and a week-long experience in Kenya, the fellows engaged directly with Kenya’s vibrant entrepreneurial landscape, meeting with key stakeholders from government, corporate, academic, and investment sectors.
In this short episode, Dina discusses the Foundry Fellow Program and its work with African entrepreneurs.
This episode is...2024-11-2708 minA Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. SherifLeading with Purpose: A Conversation with Ridzki Kramadibrata of Grab IndonesiaIn this episode, Dina H. Sherif sits down with Ridzki Kramadibrata, former CEO and Commissioner of Grab Indonesia, to discuss the transformative power of purpose-driven leadership in shaping Southeast Asia’s future. Ridzki reflects on his leadership journey, the unique challenges of growing a super app in emerging markets, and the critical role of innovation and teamwork in navigating crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, they explore how entrepreneurs and leaders can act as catalysts for sustainable prosperity and societal impact, with lessons that resonate far beyond Indonesia.This candid conversation dives into building re...2024-11-191h 02A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. Sherif“Reclaiming Africa’s Narrative: A Conversation with H.E. President Dr. Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi of Botswana”In the inaugural episode of “A Legacy of Purpose: Conversations with Dina H. Sherif,” Dina engages in a powerful and candid conversation with His Excellency President Dr. Mokgweetsi E. K. Masisi of the Republic of Botswana. Together, they explore profound themes of leadership, innovation, and legacy-buildingas President Masisi guides Botswana through one of Africa’s most visionary transitions—from a resource-dependent economy to a dynamic, knowledge-based future. The discussion explores the President’s belief in purpose-driven leadership, the need to reject outdated perceptions of Africa, and his commitment to making sustainab...2024-10-2251 min
The Kevin Roberts ShowMatt Goodwin | The Conservative Realignment: Mass Migration, Populism, and the Future of the UK & USWhat are the key factors driving the rise of populism in response to mass migration and other cultural and political issues in the UK and across Western democracies?
Heritage Foundation President Dr. Kevin Roberts sits down with Dr. Matt Goodwin, a leading voice in the fight against the political and cultural upheavals threatening the very foundation of the UK and US. Dr. Goodwin, Senior Advisor at the Legatum Institute and Honorary Professor of Politics at the University of Kent, lays out the stark realities facing conservatives today—on both sides of the Atlantic.
With the rise of populism, the be...2024-09-0432 min
EurosiberiaTore RasmussenTore Rasmussen and Constantin von Hoffmeister talk about the thunder god, Rasmussen's company Legatum Publishing and his new artificial intelligence audiobook project, the liberal hysteria about Knut Hamsun, the dangers and opportunities that AI presents, and other topics.Link to the Hamsun book: https://legatum-books.com/product/hunger-by-knut-hamsun-a-legatum-publishing-vox-machina-audiobook-read-by-knut-hamsuns-ai-generated-voice/📚 Buy our books: https://arktos.com/shop👓 Read our articles: https://arktosjournal.com✅ Donate to Arktos: https://arktos.com/product/one-time-donation/FOLLOW ARKTOS ON SOCIAL MEDIATWITTER: https://twitter.com/ArktosJournalTELEGRAM: https://t.me/arktosmediaINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/arktosme...2024-08-2857 min
BuildungseliteMK #114 Peptide, Legatum & Olympia Predictions | PADDY | MARTIN | DOME | DWAYNEWenn euch der Content gefällt, würde ich mich sehr über eure Unterstützung freuen. Nutzt doch einfach beim nächsten Einkauf bei HPN, Nordsport, Uruz oder Planet Food den Code "Elite". Ihr erhaltet nicht nur den besten Rabatt, sondern unterstützt diesen Kanal und die Podcast Projekte.
Patrick Olsen berichtet in der heutigen Konferenz über sein Missgeschick mit Peptiden, was eine kleine Diskussion in der Runde auslöst. Außerdem wird die Kooperation vom Legatum Gym mit dem Invictus Gym unter die Lupe genommen und wir schauen uns den Wettkampf in Italien einmal genauer an, bevor wir unsere er...2024-08-242h 06
Getting Down To Business with Mark MondoHealth Insurance Reimagined with Michelle McCorry - Alternatives That WorkCynthia & I interview Michelle McCorry, MS CMR, a pioneer in health sharing plans offers a new perspective on healthcare solutions in America. As we dive into the limitations of traditional health insurance, Michelle illustrates how alternative models can provide effective, affordable care.
With the U.S. health system facing critical scrutiny—ranking below many other nations despite high spending—this episode sheds light on innovative strategies that could reshape healthcare. Tune in to discover how we can achieve better health outcomes without breaking the bank.
Stats we cite in the episode:
The American syste...2024-04-2653 min
Ostwärts. Gespräche über ostdeutsche IdentitätenNicole (Mentee aus Dresden) - Erstakademikerin als Arbeiterkind„Meine Mutter hat mir nach der Mittelstufe gesagt: Ich kann dir nicht mehr helfen.“
In dieser Folge von Ostwärts spreche ich mit Nicole über andere Startvoraussetzungen als Arbeiterkind und ihren Weg zum Abitur über eine Gesamtschule. Warum das alles nicht so dramatisch für sie war und warum sie gerne in Dresden bleiben möchte, erfahrt ihr in dieser Folge. Nicole ist Mentee bei Legatum und aktiv bei der Studierendenkonferenz N5.
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Was heißt es eigentlich ostdeutsch zu sein und warum spielt das immer noch eine Rolle? Genau dieses Thema verha...2023-07-2028 minOstwärts. Gespräche über ostdeutsche IdentitätenRaphaela (Personalressort) - über Bescheidenheit und neue, junge Visionäre"Oft habe ich den Eindruck, dass Ostdeutsche ihre eigenen Fähigkeiten unterschätzen und sich selbst zu bescheiden darstellen." Wir alle kennen das Vorurteil von den bescheidenen und zurückhaltenden Ostdeutschen. Doch ist das wirklich eine gerechtfertigte Generalisierung? In meinem neuesten Gespräch mit Raphaela, Verantwortliche für das Studierendenmentoring und Vorstandsmitglied bei Legatum, diskutieren wir genau das und erfahren, dass die Studierenden im Netzwerk von Legatum ganz genau wissen, wo es beruflich hingehen soll und sich sehr erfolgreich positionieren. Wie sich diese vermeintlichen Widersprüche auflösen lassen, erfahrt ihr also in der neusten Folge von "Ostwärts: Gespräch...2023-06-2922 minOstwärts. Gespräche über ostdeutsche IdentitätenBea (vom N5-Symposium) - Ostdeutschsein als NachwendekindWie kann ostdeutsche Identität bei der Gen Z an Bedeutung gewinnen, wenn sie weit nach 1990 geboren wurde? Darüber spricht die 23-Jährige Bea. Sie spielt von Anfang an eine aktive Rolle beim N5-Symposium. Die Studierendenkonferenz widmet sich den Herausforderungen und Chancen in den neuen Bundesländern. Bea würde sich innerhalb Deutschlands mehr Austauschformate und Neugierde an Ostdeutschland wünschen. Wie sich Bea ehrenamtlich engagiert und warum Ostdeutschsein nicht stigmatisiert werden sollte, erfahrt ihr in dieser Folge.
[Disclaimer: Bea verwechselte in ihrer Aussage Armin Willingmann, Stellvertreter des Ministerpräsidenten des Landes Sachsen-Anhalt und Minister für Wissen...2023-06-1023 min
Nuntii in lingua latinaNuntii in lingua latina E.13 T.11: Milia et milia ex migrantibus refugium in Americam quaerunt.12-V-2023.
IN ORBE TERRARUM:
‘Coronae virus undeviginti’: ‘Consociatio Mundialis Sanitatis (abbreviatione: O-eM-eS)’ ‘nuntiat’ ‘emergens universalem’ ‘finire’. ‘Antonius Guterres’, ‘Consociationis ‘Nationum Unitae Secretarius generalis’, ‘declarat’: ‘pacem’ ‘hodie’ ‘in Ucraina’ ‘impossibilem’ ‘esse’.
IN CONTINENTE TERRA EUROPAE.
IN EUROPA:
‘Ursula von der Leyen’ ‘consilium’ ‘ad sanctiones oeconomicas eludire contra Russiam pugnandum’ ‘revelat’.
IN UCRAINA:
‘Chiovia’ ‘aeroplanis non gubernatis’ ‘apuggnata fuit’. ‘Civitates Foederatae Americae’ ‘novum auxilium oeconomicum’ ‘ex uno punctum duobus miliardum dollarium’ ‘pro Ucraina’ ‘nuntiant’. ‘Britanniarum regnum’ ‘missilia maiore latitudine’ ‘ad Ucrainam’ ‘tribuit’. ‘Ucraina’ ‘in Bakhmut’ ‘progredit’. Sed, ‘Russia’ ‘nonaginta centesimas partes ex Bakhmut’ ‘magno damno’ ‘tenet’. ‘Zelens’kyj’ ‘Francisco’ ‘in pacis iter’ ‘convenit’.
IN FINIA:
‘Finia primus minister, Mari’, ‘divertitur (id est: divortium quaerit)’.
IN BRITANNIARUM REGNUM:
‘Carolus Tertium, novus rex Brittaniar...2023-05-1521 min
Ostwärts. Gespräche über ostdeutsche IdentitätenJens (Gründer von Legatum) - Die Erfahrung ostdeutsch zu sein und die Bedeutung von Netzwerken„Im Studium und später bei meiner Karriereplanung war ich komplett auf mich allein gestellt und hatte niemanden, der mich beraten oder aktiv unterstützt hat. Es ist auch heute noch so, dass es in Ostdeutschland einfach keine guten Netzwerke gibt.“ So Jens Marchewski, Mitgründer und Vorsitzender von Legatum, ein Netzwerk, das jungen Ostdeutschen bessere Karrierechancen und mehr Sichtbarkeit bietet. Die Mission von Jens und Legatum ist, mehr Ostdeutsche in Führungspositionen zu bringen. Wie das funktioniert und was seine Motivation ist, erfahrt ihr in dieser Folge.
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Was heißt es...2023-05-0420 min
Legacy Of Trance Recordings PodcastPodcast: Barry Xwood - LOTPOD079 (Legacy Of Trance Recordings)As broadcasted on www.beats2dance.com during April '23
01 Magnevi X Marnix Mulder - Legatum (Original Mix)(Legacy Of Trance Recordings)
02 Fractika - Crosswave
03 Luke Terry - Broken Promises (Vascotia Mix)
04 Fast - Transmission (Fast Mix)
05 Cosmic Gate Feat. Jan Johnston - I Feel Wonderful
06 Hampshire & Nysse - Eternal Voices (Airwave Remix)
07 Plastic Angel vs. Agenda - Fabienne
08 Spoiled & Zigo - More & more (Instrumental)
09 Magnevi X Marnix Mulder - Legatum (Marnix Mulder Dragon City Mix)(Legacy Of Trance Recordings)
10 Mk-s - Illuminate (Mind One Remix)
11 Lingen & Moore - Passion (Robert Nickson Dub)
12 Space Brothers - Heaven Will Come (Olmec...2023-04-071h 39
Boardroom BanterEP #39: The Growth Formula For Emerging Markets w/ Dina Sherif- Executive Director, Legatum Center For Development & Entrepreneurship at M.I.TThe role of social innovation in driving growth has never been more evident than in the African century that we are in today.
In today’s episode, we have a chat with Egyptian-born entrepreneur and investor, Dina Sherif about the evolution of Africa as a growth market, the venture capital landscape on the continent and her experience building sustainable, inclusive, and diverse societies.
Nearly a decade ago, she believed that the private sector had the potential to play a bigger role in leveraging sustainable business models to create an impact beyond the usual works of ph...2022-10-1853 min
Legatum HumanitasL11 Legatum con... Alejandro Córdova CastañedaAlejandro Córdova Castañeda es médico psiquiatra y fundador de la asociación Ibero Latinoamericana de Neurociencias y Psiquiatría. Ha trabajado durante varios años en el IMSS en las áreas de prevención de la salud pública y ha sido asesor y responsable del Programa de Salud Mental de la Secretaría de Salud de la CDMX. En esta charla con Legatum, Córdova explica cómo se generan las nociones de culpa y dependencia en las relaciones, tanto de pareja como en las de familia o amistad. 2022-07-1246 min
Hedge Fund Tips with Tom HayesHedge Fund Tips with Tom Hayes - podcast - Episode 132 - July 7, 2022Chris Chandler's Legatum - CIO & Partner - Philip Vassiliou talks investing w/Tom Hayes. HFT podcast #132
*SPECIAL EPISODE: Chandler Brothers - Christopher Chandler's Legatum Group - Chief Investment Officer & Partner - Philip Vassiliou talks Markets and Investing with Great Hill Capital - Chairman - Tom Hayes. Philip is in charge of all investment activities for the firm.
Prior to becoming Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Christopher Chandler's Legatum Group, Philip worked with Legendary Investors Richard Chandler and Christopher Chandler at Sovereign Global Holdings where, "in two decades Richard and Christopher Chandler's bold bets transformed a $10 millio...2022-07-0748 minLegatum HumanitasLegatum con... Carlos Azar¿Qué vuelve exitosa a una producción cinematográfica? ¿Y a una teatral? ¿Qué diferencias tienen y en qué se parecen a otras actividades que ocurren frente al público? A estas y más preguntas respondió el Maestro Carlos Azar en esta plática para Legatum Humanitas. Azar es un reconocido escritor y maestro de la historia del teatro, cine, música y ópera. Su trabajo y experiencia lo han llevado a trabajar y enriquecer la labor de diversas instituciones culturales tanto públicas como privadas y, de la mano de esta misión, comparte su conocimiento con todos aquellos i...2022-05-1947 min
Charity TalksThe END FundEllen Agler, the CEO of the END Fund, and Mark Stoleson, the CEO of Legatum, are this episode’s guests. In 2006, Legatum realized that millions of people in Rwanda and Burundi were needlessly suffering from treatable neglected tropical diseases, such as intestinal worms, so it decided to fund programs to address this huge problem. After its work demonstrated the feasibility of scaling these programs, Legatum created the END Fund. As Ellen and Mark discuss, these diseases affect hundreds of millions of people each year in Africa, devastating so many lives, but they are all potentially curable at very little cos...2022-04-2836 min
MEI EventsBreaking the Mold: Can the MENA Region be a Leader in Inclusive Capital?In recent years, MENA has produced increasing numbers of unicorns as international companies like Yahoo, Amazon, and Uber acquire local firms like Maktoob, Souq.com, and Careem. These exits have injected billions into the region’s entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems. The ex-unicorn employees that are founding new generations of businesses and risk capital are defining the startup ecosystem in MENA. Some refer to these networks of ex-employees turned founders and investors as a “mafia” because they resemble an archetype: the “PayPal Mafia.” However, as entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems accelerate across MENA, how can its stakeholders make sure to move beyond tha...2022-04-261h 01Legatum HumanitasL08 Legatum con... Sarah MendezSarah Mendez es joven, pero tiene una amplia trayectoria en el mundo de la comunicación. Coach certificada, conferencista, emprendedora pero sobre todo vibrante y auténtica, Mendez compartió con Legatum todo lo que sabe sobre resolución de conflictos, liderazgo y, por supuesto, motivación. 2022-04-1941 min
VargtimmenÅret i bildVi summerar skräckåret 2021 genom att, som traditionen bjuder, utse årets det ena och årets det andra. Nytt är att slumpen styr oss genom ett manus som blivit uppklippt i bortåt sextio tunna pappersremsor - fram till det till synes ödesbestämda slutet. Kusligt, tycker vi. Tomas ställer upp sitt huvudbry inför James Wans senaste ansträngning i tre led - utan att lyckas få klart för sig om filmen är gjord på allvar eller inte - och Lars får fantomsmärtor av våldsskildringarna i den pågående litterära slashe...2022-02-131h 18
Better KnownPeter OborneJournalist Peter Oborne discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known.
Peter Oborne is a former political commentator of the Spectator, the Daily Telegraph and Daily Mail. He now writes about politics for Open Democracy and Middle East Eye. He is the author of The Assault on Truth, The Triumph of the Political Class, and The Rise of Political Lying as well as a biography of the cricketer Basil D’Oliveira. He was voted Columnist of the Year at the Press Awards in 2013. His website is https://boris-johnson-lies.com/.
The episode features a cl...2022-01-3027 min
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Thousands of military families struggle with food insecurity
U.S. DEFENSE SPENDING COMPARED T...2022-01-0358 min
All Time HighDina Sherif and innovation that is inclusiveDina Sherif is Executive Director at Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at MIT. Having grown up in the United States and Egypt, she wants to educate innovators differently so they start think about the inclusive commercialization from the beginning of the development of their products.
In this episode we talk about the dilemmas of individuals and the collective interests, how VCs are stuck in a money-in-money-out paradigm and the need to incentivize businesses that are inclusive.
I really enjoyed talking to Dina and I hope you will enjoy the conversation too
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Money Tips Daily by Charles Kelly, former IFA and author ofUK And US Down On World Prosperity Index, As Inflation Reaches Highest Level In A DecadeThis year’s Legatum Prosperity Index finds that prosperity has plateaued for the second year running.
Scandinavian countries, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, topped the list again, with the UK slipping to 13th place behind Ireland despite being the 6th largest economy in the world.
The world’s biggest economy, the US, was ranked 20thand the number two economy China only ranked in 54th place, behind countries like Panama and Georgia.
Whilst the plateauing of prosperity has been caused — at least in part — by the health and economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has also bee...2021-11-1914 min
Free Speech NationEpisode 20: Professor Matthew GoodwinOn the latest episode of Free Speech Nation: The Podcast, Andrew Doyle is joined by Professor of Politics at the University of Kent and Legatum Institute Research Fellow, Matthew Goodwin.The pair discuss populism, academic freedom in the wake of Kathleen Stock, and the importation of the 'culture war' from the United States. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-3153 min
Radical Reformers podcastRadical Reformers ep.23: Philippa StroudThis episode is with Baroness Philippa Stroud.
Philippa is the Chief Executive of the Legatum Institute, a think tank focused on supporting vulnerable people from poverty to prosperity. As Philippa’s title suggests she is not only a policy developer but also a legislator in the House of Lords.
Philippa spent time in government as a Special Adviser and worked on the development and implementation of Universal Credit. We talk about the lessons that were learned from that experience. Philippa has been in the news recently arguing that the £20 rise in Universal Credit implemented last year should be made permanent.
Phil...2021-09-2943 min
The Impact RoomBreaking the chains of modern slaveryWe'd love your feedback. Let us know what you thought about this episode.Are global efforts to end exploitation making progress, or are countries and campaigners failing in their fight? Three experts weigh in. More than 40 million people around the world today are thought to be enslaved, a shadow economy of coerced labour, sexual exploitation and rights abuses estimated to be generating $150bn in illegal profits a year.In recent years, there's been a surge in legislative efforts to combat slavery, alongside a rise in philanthropy-funded initiatives lobbying for change.But a...2021-09-2052 min