We hear the word “politics” everywhere and all the time, but what exactly does it mean? Luke and Zubair unpack the concept of “being political” and how to approach politic more easily. Listen today’s episode to get tips and advice on how to take action, without any pressure!

Who is Luke? 

Luke graduated from the University of Cambridge with a first a few months ago . He is now following the Schwarzman Scholar’s programme, a global leadership course and Master’s in Global Affairs based at Tsinghua University in China. He Co-founded the Student Think Tank for Europe Asia Relations (www.stearthinktank.com) where, together with a team of 50 volunteers working across 33 countries, he aims to strengthen relations and deepen cultural ties between Europe and Asia.

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LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-cavanaugh-208806181/ 

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In this episode, Zubair exchanges with Ally Zlatar on her journey through eating disorders and how she created an art movement from those difficult times. Nowadays, many artists and people learn and express themselves through the “Starvig Artist” movement. One of Ally’s mission is to make art an active tool rather than an accessory in the disussion around mental healh and eating disorder.

Who is Ally? 

She is the founder of the The Starving Artist. She holds a BFA in Visual Art & Art History from Queen's University & an MLitt Curatorial Practice and Contemporary Art from the Glasgow School of Art.

She is now a lecturer at the University of Glasgow. In her artistic practice and activism, she is continuously interpreting, communicating and facilitating her work to make a difference in society.

You can find Ally on:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/allycardone/?hl=fr

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ally-zlatar-81597b120/

Website: https://allyz.cargo.site/

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Website: https://starvingartist.cargo.site/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestarvingartist.studio/?hl=fr  

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“There’s a vaccine against covid but there’s no vaccine against climate change”; in this week’s episode, Zubair and Ludo unpack their mixed feeling about COP26, half empowered by so many young people showing up for the same cause, half disappointed by leaders’ inaction. Ludo also takes us through the birth of Global Justice Stirling and how the 1st edition of the Stirling Climate Festival came to life. Let us know what you thought about this episode!

Who is Ludo ? 

Ludovico is a hird-year International politics student at the University of Stirling. He is the Founder and President of Global Justice Stirling.  He is interested in politics, journalism, social, and environmental justice. Ludo organised Stirling Climate Festival whose 1st edition took place in October 2021.

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In this week's episode, Dinara Bach candidly shares her experiences at Minerva University, the humbling journey of living all around the world at an age of self-construction and discovery and her perspectives on social media. Zubair and Dinara discuss the difficult, yet rewarding, facets of what being in the public eye is like, and give us useful tips on how to avoid falling in the sometimes dark corners of the online world. 

Who is Dinara ? 

Originally from Russia, Dinara has lived in six countries across the world in the last four years. She’s a student of Minerva University, an innovating higher education program based in San Francisco, where she studies Designing Societies and Brand Management. Upon graduating next month, Dinara is planning to move to New York to pursue her next dreams. Meanwhile, she’s creating inspirational content about self-development, global living, manifesting and figuring life out as 20-something on her YouTube channel and Instagram.

You can find Dinara on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Dinaraxyz

And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinaraxyz/

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In this episode, you will get to listen to the relaxed but super encouraging conversation between Aviva and Zubar. From how did Aviva start her amazing project to mental health and unconventional leadership, our guest is sharing her journey, unfiltered. 

Who is Aviva ? 

Aviva Klein is the CEO and Founder of the University Blood Initiative (UBI). Klein started the UBI as a second-year student at the University of Chicago and launched the organization nationally in April of 2020

Klein’s overall career objectives focus on finding solutions to social inequality in healthcare and strongly believes in the power of young people. She works to elevate those in her organization to their full potential so they can become great leaders during their time at UBI and beyond.

She received the 2021 international Diana Award for her work. Her future plans include pursuing an MD/MBA.

You can find Aviva on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aviva-klein-6b8762112/

The UBI website: https://www.universitybloodinitiative.org/

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From the creation of new models of teaching in schools to the stress of exams, Zubair and Bilal discuss the potential future of what education could look like.

Who is Bilal? 

Bilal has been teaching O and A Level chemistry since 2002 and is the Founder & Director for 3 prominent private educational institutions in Karachi, Pakistan. With a background in Educational Entrepreneurship & Technology besides Chemistry, Bilal is currently leading multiple EdTech projects under the organisation Qadam. His dream is to nurture lifelong learning and ethical leadership in Pakistan's youth.

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In the wake of the 4th industrial revolution, students need to be empowered to be curious and adaptable. As skills they learn today might become obsolete and careers they envision non-existent, the way they think and learn could turn out to be the most relevant while navigating through such an uncertain ecosystem. In this episode, Alex Alexandrescu discusses these questions he has been tackling through his startup, Dicey Tech.

Who is Alex?

Alex is a Romanian-born and Manchester-bred entrepreneur who graduated top of class with an MSc in Business Strategy from the University of Manchester. With a background in strategy consulting, he rediscovered a childhood passion for technology and digital making when he assembled a DIY 3D printer. Now he is co-founder and CEO at Dicey Tech, where he aims to inspire and enable generations of students to explore curiosities, learn, and create a better world in the 4th Industrial Revolution.

Outside of work, one of his proudest achievements is having cycled from London to Bucharest in support of a UK-Romanian charity that helps orphaned children throughout primary and secondary education.

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The gaps in our education system, managing finances as a student, investment, embarking on a career in finance-watch this episode for a crash course into financial education!

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Dr Muna holds a PhD in Islamic Finance from Durham, an MA in Investment and Finance from Hull and has over 20 years of experience in the field of finance and regulatory compliance - from the private sector to semi-government.

Aminath:

Sharahath holds a Bachelors in Law and Masters in Islamic Finance Practice with more than 10 years of experience in the legal and financial fields. She received national recognition for the outstanding contribution of females to develop the Islamic Finance industry in the Maldives.

Muna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muna-al-mannai/

Aminath: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aminath-sharahath-b9257a122/

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When we think and learn differently, why are educational systems so linear, putting us in a box that may not be meant for us? Tune in episode 51 to catch Sergio Hunt talk about the gaps within our learning process and the need for us to take agency over it.

Who is Sergio?  I'm a researcher, creator and human development anthropologist, focusing  on the intersection of culture, technology and human flourishing. I  work on social and silicon technologies that support life long learning,  and communities of practice.

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