What's Next In ... with Phil & Liora

May 31. Inside your body right now is a universe with hundreds of thousands of microorganisms that live in your gut. They help break down food, regulate nutrients, and work together to make you healthy. Scientists are just starting to understand this miniature universe and this week on the pod we have Masha Taguer, a certified expert on the subject to tell us all about the gut microbiome and what it means for our everyday health. 

May 21, 2021. In this special episode, Phil announces that he will be running to become a Member of Parliament for the Green Party in Toronto-St.Paul for the next federal election! We dive into that impact he's seeking to make, the need to combat the threat of climate change and sustainably renew our society and economy , as well as what's next for the future of politics. 

May 10, 2021. The world is a really big place. There are so many countries, perspectives, languages, and different kinds of work one can do all over the world. This week Liora and Phil speak with Laura Kreiling, a policy analyst at the OECD about how her international experiences in school and work have shaped her life. 

May 3, 2021. When you think of a PhD I'm sure what comes to mind is a professor, an ivory tower, and a wool suit with elbow patches. There are more than 200,000 people with PhDs in Canada and this number is increasing every year with far fewer opportunities in academia. This week on the pod we have Val Chiykowski, a senior venture manager at Creative Destruction Lab, a science-based startup accelerator, to hear about transitioning out of academia and breaking out of the PhD mold. 

May 27, 2021. Many could argue that the world we live in was built on capitalism and a drive to pursue profit above all else. There is a shift happening where some businesses are thinking about purpose rather than just profit. Some are asking questions about underlying problems in our society and how to fix them, as this is good business in and of itself. This week we're speaking with Nicole Cacal an expert in human-centered design and CEO of Forbes Ignite, a new social impact venture that looks at what it takes to be a changemaker and how to make solutions that are impactful and inclusive for everyone. 

April 5, 2021. After taking the plunge into the world of podcasting, Phil & Liora reflect on why they decided to start the show, their learning along the way, the tools they use, and even a few surprises!

March 29, 2021. Despite an economy on lockdown, the markets are staying hot. Today there are so many ways to invest your money- robo-advisors, cryptocurrencies, and good old fashioned financial advisors at a brick and mortar bank.  In this episode,  Phil and Liora discuss how technologies have made it easier than ever to invest, how this will change behaviour, and whether this is a good thing for our society. Join them as they ask what's next in the future of investing your money?