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The Dialogue SeriesJack Sim- S6E2In this refreshingly candid episode, we welcome Mr. Toilet himself, Jack Sim, on a journey through toilets, taboos, and the transformational power of gumption. Drawing from his life’s work and his book “Gumption”, Jack unpacks how humour, humility, and human dignity can move the world. From sanitation to civic action, he reminds us that the future isn’t built by those who play it safe, but by those who dare to get their hands dirty; literally and metaphorically.2025-05-1247 min
The Dialogue SeriesStephen Potts- S6E1Stephen Potts delves into his extraordinary life which includes winning gold at the 1998 Commonwealth Games for Fencing. Through his many years of experience in healthcare and market research in Asia and beyond, Stephen sits down with Rohit Sahgal of The Voices Project Asia, to discuss the future of health research, why one needs a “killer insight”, the era of "info-besity" which we live in, rare disease, his personal health issues that allowed him to experience the British healthcare system and the NHS, AI and much much more.The song at the start and end of the...2025-03-1154 min
The Dialogue SeriesS5 Episode 3Join us as we explore how adolescent psychotherapy techniques can illuminate pathways leading to or away from crime, offering critical insights into recidivism, the challenges ex-offenders face post-release, and the vital role of early psychological interventions and therapeutic practices in breaking the cycle of reoffending.2024-09-1359 min
The Dialogue SeriesAI Technologies, Prisoner Behaviors, and RecidivismIn this episode, we delve into the cutting-edge intersection of artificial intelligence, prisoner behaviors, and the complex issue of recidivism. Join us as we unravel the transformative potential of AI technologies in reshaping the trajectories of ex-offenders seeking reintegration into society, the cutting-edge intersection of artificial intelligence, prisoner behaviors, and the complex issue of recidivism. We also unravel the transformative potential of AI technologies in reshaping the trajectories of ex-offenders seeking reintegration into society.Our guest is Craig DeLarge founder of DMHP in Philadelphia, who's global career has been focused on improving health outcomes. He earned his...2024-03-1359 min
The Dialogue SeriesSeason 5: Episode 1 'The Way Back'We are thrilled to announce the release of Season 5 of The Dialogue Series. Our latest season delves into critical issues surrounding prison reform, recidivism reduction, and innovative approaches to ex-offender rehabilitation.Our inaugural episode, titled 'The Path Back,' features a compelling conversation with Holly Deane-Johns. Holly, the author of 'Holly’s Hell,' shares her profound insights into her journey through nearly 8 years in a Thai prison for drug offenses, followed by additional time in the Australian prison system. Her life's mission revolves around advocating for inspiration and change within the prison community and an inspiration. We...2024-02-2054 min
The Dialogue SeriesThe Patient Engagement Gap in AsiaIn this episode, we are discussing patient engagement – or rather, the worrying lack thereof – in Asian societies with regard to diagnostic, preventive, and routine healthcare and how that risks undermining health promotion efforts and rendering expansions in access to healthcare ineffective at improving health outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations. With us, we have Dr Ratna Devi, the Chief Executive Officer of Dakshama Health, a non-profit organisation based in India which aims to empower patients and caregivers with the right knowledge, tools and forums to seek and access healthcare options that suit their needs and through their voices brin...2022-09-1350 min
Diagram DialoguesEpisode 8 - The future of patient engagement in Asia with Dr Ratna Devi and Rohit SahgalIn Asia, patients are often left out of the healthcare decision making process. After attending a UN meeting and a patient congress and seeing how patient groups are doing advocacy work, Dr. Ratna Devi wanted to bring this back to the healthcare system of her home country, India. Dr Devi subsequently founded DakshamA Health, non-governmental organization that aims to empower patients with the right knowledge so that they can seek healthcare that is right for them.
In this episode, Dr. Devi speaks to Rohit Sahgal from The Voices Project to discuss the current state and the future...2022-09-0729 min
The Dialogue SeriesAn Analytical Interrogation Into Singapore's Mental Health PrioritisationPerhaps because mental illness is a stigmatised ailment, its not always easy to ‘reach the unreachable' by way of mental health support. On a societal level, does this general lack of awareness, urgency and public resources result in lasting negative impacts on the general public perception of mental health?How do we widen the remit of community-based programmes that make mental health more inclusive? How can financing, technology and collaboration all come together? Hear Girija Pande express his personal views on this complex ecosystem. Girija is Chairman, Apex Avalon Consulting; Chair, Institute of Mental Health Committee; Board Me...2022-06-1341 min
The Dialogue SeriesA Personal Story Of Overcoming Mental Trauma Against All The OddsThe WHO's 2021 Mental Health Framework states that depending on the local context, certain individuals and groups in society may be placed at a significantly higher risk of experiencing mental trauma at very young ages. A blend of cultural behaviours and other stress facotrs can lead to debilitating trauma for children.This is Paulo's story and one person's will to change and the lessons that can be imparted.2022-06-1334 min
The Dialogue SeriesFraming Youth Mental Health Priorities, Prevention & Management in Emerging EconomiesBetween 76% and 85% of people with severe mental disorders receive no treatment for their disorder in low-income and middle-income countries; the corresponding range for high-income countries is also high. Globally, annual spending on mental health is less than US$ 2 per person and less than US25 cents per person in low-income countries. 67% of these financial resources allocated to stand-alone mental hospitals, despite their association with poor health outcomes and human rights violations. Where can we begin to change the paradigm? Hear Craig A. DeLarge reflect on his views as a global digital and mental health advocate & educator.2022-06-1353 min
The Dialogue SeriesThe Inequity of Asia’s Adolescence & Youth Mental Health PoliciesAccording to WHO’s 2021 global report, one in seven 10-19 year-olds experiences a mental disorder, accounting for 13% of the global burden of disease in this age group. Depression, anxiety and behavioural disorders are among the leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents. Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-19 year-olds.Understanding Asia's holistic attitude to mental health from the lens of inner awareness and the need for introspection. Hear Hun Ming Kwang, spiritual teacher, master healer and mental health advocate reflect on key aspects of emotional, spiritual literacy as part of holistic mental he...2022-06-1356 min
The Dialogue SeriesAre Asia’s Health Systems Failing The Global Mental Health Challenge?Health systems in large parts of SEA and the region have not yet adequately responded to the burden of mental disorders according to WHO. As a consequence, the gap between the need for treatment and its provision is large and only widening as the result of the last 2 years of pandemic isolation and disruption.What is driving this and are we allowing too many young sufferers fall through the cracks? Hear Geetika Malhotra, a global practicing psychotherapist and counsellor reflect on the key challenges and priorities facing Asian mental health in adolescents and the youth.2022-06-1336 min
The Dialogue SeriesTechnologies Driven Future In Clinical Trial PolicyWelcome listeners to our fifth episode of our second season, that will delve into the complex realm of global clinical trials and the access Asian patients actually have had in novel/innovative treatments – quite probably one of the most inequitable of standards in healthcare and one that hasn’t been understood deeply enough. We’re a group of like-minded health editors, researchers and writers who’ve spent a career in trying to track the evolution of healthcare in parts of the developing world, particularly Asia-Pacific. So essentially this is a neutral, independent non-profit platform that aims to produce deep insights...2022-05-071h 08
The Dialogue SeriesWearing Your Health The future of wearables a reality? Our objective in this season’s episodes is to lay the foundations for a regional understanding of the necessary frameworks for the role of tech in life sciences. By doing so, we aim to develop region specific consensus that can be leveraged by policymakers, healthcare professionals, and actors in the private sector to better facilitate the development and rollout of much needed innovation and reform in Asia by taking a continental rather than an isolated localised approach. Ultimately developing coalitions, collaboration among policymakers and agenda-setters, that can complement and build upon ex...2022-05-0732 min
The Dialogue SeriesHas The Era Of Consumerised Health Finally Arrived?As technology penetrates society, digital literacy becomes increasingly vital to protect society and promote its wellbeing. As digitalisation takes root in health, we explore what digital literacy looks like for consumerised health.2022-04-251h 00
The Dialogue SeriesPersonalised Health. A Double-Edged Sword?If there's one lesson the pandemic has taught us, it's that telehealth and the remote/virtual delivery of health services is now viable. What does this mean for the future of health delivery?2022-04-251h 01
The Dialogue SeriesHealth & Tech Policy. Like Oil And Water?The roles of life sciences, pharma companies and those of data-technology companies have been orbiting around disease prevention, patient pathways, hospital delivery efficiencies and long-term care. Has the pandemic created a more conducive synergy. Where one starts and the other finishes shouldn’t really matter now, should it?2022-04-2559 min
Diagram DialoguesEpisode 7 - The HPV Conundrum with Prof Woo Yin Ling and Rohit SahgalThe pandemic has helped mobilise incredible advances in innovation across the public and private sectors. Why is it then, after nearly a decade since the recommendation by WHO that HPV testing should be made the primary cervical screening method, that there is still such a lag to adopt it here in Asia?
As parts of the world begin to turn the corner on the covid-19 pandemic, pressing questions will emerge. What does a post-pandemic healthcare system look like? The 'Voices Project Dialogue' takes a look at multilateral perspectives that stem from Asia but while contextualising the world...2022-03-3136 min
The Dialogue SeriesIf Not Us, Then Who? (Kantar Public/NUS School of Medicine)Episodes 3 and 4 built asked some difficult and pressing questions – how can new-age health policy be designed keeping in mind the evolved audience it now needs to get re-engaged with healthcare matters? And in all of this, what of the healthcare system itself; does it not need to also recalibrate and integrate.In this episode, we’ll be asking our panel for their insights and opinions on how we can make the past become prologue. From a persepctive of behaviour science and understanding the humans behind policies.2022-03-3149 min
The Dialogue SeriesWho Will Bell The Policy Cat?Part 2 of a special 3-part episode series, where we break down the challenges of building multiplex policies (who, what, how?) and then deep dive into a specifically challenging category that could well deserve a fresh new look at eradication strategies in this region. Ultimately, to derive consensus amongst multilateral stakeholders who each form a piece of this giant jigsaw puzzle.2022-03-2351 min
The Dialogue SeriesMinding The Policy Gap (Asia Pacific Immunisation Council)Has the Covid 19 pandemic forced health policies to reconsider its criteria for evaluation and solution-finding? With the pressures made on health systems and services, the outlook that data, efficacy, clinical evidence alone can carry the weight of today’s public health burden have been shaken to its core. Vaccinations, preventable chronic diseases, the challenges of aging and degenerative co-morbidities are all issues that will require innovative solutions that go far beyond traditional policy design mechanisms.As part of a special 3-part episode series, we will first break down the challenges of building multiplex policies (who, what, how?) an...2022-03-2240 min
The Dialogue SeriesLocal Governance & Value Creation: Pakistan I was curious to learn about real success stories that drive policy implementation. What sort of infrastructure is needed to bring stakeholders together to accelerate community value creation? The question I’m asking today to Fahim Ali, in the context of Pakistan’s efforts in community-driven value creation, is what can be done to reduce fragmentation and unlock integrated solutions for the post covid era….. and can new age civil service be the catalyst for this change?2022-03-051h 11
The Dialogue SeriesThe HPV Conundrum with Prof Woo Yin LingThe pandemic has helped mobilise incredible advances in innovation across the public and private sectors. Why is it then, after nearly a decade since the recommendation by WHO that HPV testing should be made the primary cervical screening method, that there is still such a lag to adopt it here in Asia?2022-03-0138 min
Asia Perspectives by Economist ImpactHealthcare sustainabilityIn this episode, senior editor Jason Wincuinas speaks to Rohit Sahgal, EIU's principal for global health in Asia about the sustainability of healthcare ecosystems.Get more perspectives from our healthcare and sustainability coverage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-0623 min