In this Valentine’s Day-themed episode, From Here Forward goes beyond conventional ideas of romance to explore love, cooperation, and connection in the marine world. Hosts Carol Eugene Park and Jeevan Sangha are joined by UBC professor Dr. Andrew Trites, Director of the Marine Mammal Research Unit, to discuss groundbreaking research revealing a surprisingly collaborative relationship between orcas and dolphins. From dolphin “scouts” and killer whale teamwork to physical touch as a love language, this episode reimagines companionship through the eyes—and sonar—of our marine mammal cousins.

🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Contact Carol
• Contact Jeevan
• From Here Forward
• The Truth About Love - From Here Forward's Valentine's 2025 Episode
• Podium Podcast Company
• Dr. Andrew Trites
• Marine Mammal Research Unit
• Orca and Dolphin Cooperative Foraging Research
• UBC Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries

• (00:00) - Introduction

In this episode, hosts Carol and Jeevan sit down with Jonathon Braun (JD’15), Allard Law alum, Legal Director of the Migrant Workers Centre, and winner of Season 11 of The Amazing Race Canada. Jonathon shares the realities facing migrant workers in Canada today—from closed work permits and systemic vulnerability to the human cost of shifting immigration policy—and challenges the myths that continue to fuel anti-immigrant sentiment.

Later, Jonathon pulls back the curtain on his The Amazing Race Canada experience. He shares how the pressure, strategy, and surprising authenticity of reality TV, as well as his lifelong love of games, performance, and community, helped carry him through both law school and the race itself.

🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Contact Carol
• Contact Jeevan
• From Here Forward
• Podium Podcast Company
• Jonathon Braun
• The Migrant Workers Centre
• Amazing Race Canada
• The Greatest Survivor Scene

• (00:00) - Welcome and Intro

In our final episode of 2025, hosts Carol Eugene Park and Jeevan Sangha connect with Dr. Lesley Cormack, Principal and Deputy Vice-Chancellor of UBC's Okanagan campus, for a conversation about UBC Okanagan’s 20th anniversary. They discuss the extraordinary growth the campus has seen over the past two decades, and talk about the important connections that have been made between the institution and the region it calls home.

Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

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• Contact Jeevan
• From Here Forward
• alumni UBC
• UBC Okanagan
• Dr. Lesley Cormack
• Podium Podcast Company

• (00:00) - Introduction

Note: This episode includes discussion of suicide statistics.

Men’s mental health is getting more attention these days—yet many still struggle to ask for help. Why? For Movember, hosts Carol and Jeevan dive into this issue with Dr. John Oliffe. This UBC professor and founder of the Men’s Health Research program shares insights into the moments that hit men the hardest, why so many avoid seeking support, and what can truly help men open up. 

If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide and in Canada, call or text the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline. If you’re at immediate risk, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.

Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Contact Carol
• Contact Jeevan
• From Here Forward
• Podium Podcast Company
• UBC Men’s Health Research Program
• Dr. John Oliffe
• Heads Up Guys
• Next Gen Men

In this episode of From Here Forward, hosts Carol and Jeevan sit down with award-winning journalist, author, and UBC School of Journalism, Writing, and Media Director Kamal Al-Solaylee to examine the state of modern media. From the role of journalism in democracy, to AI, citizen reporting, and the rise of disinformation, Kamal offers candid insights into how the industry is changing—and how journalism schools are preparing the next generation. They also explore the tension between free press and financial pressures, diversity in newsrooms, and why media literacy matters more than ever in a world of information overload.

Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Contact Carol
• Contact Jeevan
• From Here Forward
• Podium Podcast Company
• UBC School of Journalism, Writing and Media (JWAM)
• Kamal Al-Solaylee
• Intolerable: A Memoir of Extremes
• Brown: What Being Brown in the World Today Means (to Everyone)
• Return: Why We Go Back to Where We Came From
• The Guardian

• (00:00) - Intro

In this special UBC Homecoming episode of From Here Forward, hosts Carol and Jeevan return to the Vancouver campus to visit some of their favourite spots and reflect on how the campus has evolved since they graduated. Along the way, they stop by the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the “Building Magic” party at Homecoming on September 20. They also talk with Matthew Roddis and Joanne Proft (MA[Planning]'97, MLArch'00) from UBC Campus & Community Planning to explore the transformation of campus life and the bold ideas shaping its future through Campus Vision 2050.

LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE

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• Contact Jeevan
• Podium Podcast Company

UBC HOMECOMING

• Learn more about UBC Homecoming
• Interactive map: How much has UBC Vancouver changed in the past decade?

CAMPUS RESOURCES

• Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre
• UBC Campus & Community Planning
• Campus Vision 2050

• (00:00) - Intro: September, Homecoming, and Thunderbird Memories

We all know we should be returning our bottles, cans, and drink containers to a recycling depot. For many people, however, a 10-cent return just isn’t enough to motivate action. But what if you had a random chance at a much higher payout? In this episode, Carol and Jeevan talk to Dr. Jiaying Zhao, associate professor in the UBC Department of Psychology and the Institute for Resources, Environment, and Sustainability, and Jade Radke, a PhD student in UBC’s Behavioral Sustainability Lab about an innovative solution that uses psychology and gamification to encourage recycling.

LINKS

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• Contact Jeevan
• From Here Forward
• Podium Podcast Company

ADDITIONAL LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Professor Jiaying Zhao (JZ)
• Jade Radke
• Return-It BC Program
• Prospect Theory (Kahneman & Tversky)

With drink spiking an ever-pervasive concern, how can we make nightlife safer for everyone? Thanks to UBC researchers, there’s now a stir stick that anyone can use to detect drugs like GHB and ketamine in their drinks. In this episode, Carol and Jeevan hear all about this innovative new tool — Spikeless — from Dr. Johan Foster, UBC Chemical and Biological Engineering Associate Professor, and Sasha Santos, an educator with UBC’s Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office. Listen to this comprehensive discussion to learn more about bridging the gap between scientific solutions and everyday practicalities, the need to avoid placing responsibilities on the vulnerable, and their hopes that all beverage-serving venues will join the effort.

LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Contact Carol
• Contact Jeevan
• From Here Forward
• Dr. Johan Foster 
• Learn more about Spikeless

What do a Star Wars “making of” documentary, a UBC Film Society membership, and late nights at the Norm Theatre have in common? For UBC alum Greg Ng (BA’05), they sparked a passion for film editing that’s turned into a fascinating career — one that’s enabled him to work on some of the biggest Hollywood horror films of recent years. In this episode, Carol and Jeevan sit down with the award-winning film editor to trace his journey into the industry. From his work on chilling features like Longlegs and The Monkey to his shaping of compelling documentaries (The Grizzlie Truth, Saints and Warriors) and acclaimed TV series (Allegiance, Bones of Crows), Greg shares insights on storytelling through editing — and why the editor’s role is one of the most powerful, yet invisible, in any production.

LINKS

• Contact Carol
• Contact Jeevan
• From Here Forward

GUEST & WORK

• Greg Ng
• The Monkey
• Longlegs
• UBC Film Production Program

• (00:00) - Introduction

More than 15,000 satellites are currently in orbit around our planet, with this number growing every year. For UBC’s Dr. Aaron Boley, this raises some red flags about the problem of space junk. An expert in the field of space sustainability, Boley chats with Carol and Jeevan about the practical risks we face from space junk as well as the politics of space. He also dispels the myths justifying the practice of abandoning rocket components and other objects in space — and considers all that we might lose if we continue down our current path.

LINKS

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• Contact Jeevan
• From Here Forward
• ACBoley | UBC Physics & Astronomy
• Aaron Boley
• Aaron Boley - Co-Director | LinkedIn
• Outer Space Institute

• (00:00) - Introduction