Impact investing and social entrepreneurship are reshaping the way we tackle global challenges. Christine Mahoney, professor, author, and Chief Innovation Officer at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, shares how aligning financial success with social and environmental missions creates powerful change. She breaks down the differences between impact investing, traditional philanthropy, and socially responsible investing, offering practical steps to get started. Christine also shares her journey from policy work to founding a regenerative flower farm that sequesters carbon, supports biodiversity, and provides jobs for resettled refugees. From leveraging capital markets for good to empowering the next generation of women in impact, this episode is a roadmap for turning values into action.

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Experience the fast-growing zero-proof movement and what it takes to be an early market trendsetter in the ready-to-drink sector. Join us as we sit down with Pauline Idogho, the visionary Founder and CEO behind Mocktail Club, as she shares her journey from former Global Development Strategist at the World Bank to a beverages innovator, redefining celebration, connection, and community in the competitive beverage market. Discover the behind-the-scenes creation of Mocktail Club and how Pauline developed her sophisticated non-alcoholic drink brand, infusing global travel and cultural shifts into each unique flavor. She discusses purpose, pleasure, pivots, and her collaboration with Pharrell Williams and Black Ambition, revealing why pleasure, presence, and purpose are the new power trio and how to navigate the entrepreneurial path with courage and intentionality.

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Discover the incredible power of Gen Z youth engagement and why their voices are not just a side show, but a smart strategy for the future. Kelli Peterson, author of Gen Z Teens Take Action and founder of The Change Project, joins us to reveal what this generation is getting right, what adults still don’t grasp, and how we can all better support the next wave of leaders. Kelli shares her insights on purpose-driven leadership, the importance of believing in yourself, and the transformative power of civic engagement, proving that global influence can indeed meet kitchen-table wisdom. Get ready to be inspired by the fresh perspectives and impactful actions of Gen Z.

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Personal connections and consistent support can truly alter the trajectory of a student’s life, a fact explored in depth with Leah Guesman, COO of College Contact, and Alinor Smith, a dedicated mentor. In this engaging episode, we delve into the transformative power of mentorship, revealing how it goes beyond simply providing information to building genuine, lasting relationships. Leah discusses College Contact’s commitment to human connection and matching students with mentors who understand their experiences, while Ali shares her personal journey and the impact of having one trusted adult believe in her. Together, they highlight how consistent showing up, active listening, and vulnerability can make all the difference for first-generation and underrepresented students, ultimately shaping lives and creating a ripple effect of positive change in education.

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Step into the dynamic world of media leadership, as we dive into what it truly takes to drive innovation and lead through monumental change in the ever-evolving landscape of news. Joining us is the trailblazing Audrey Cooper, the award-winning Editor-in-Chief at New York Public Radio, and the first woman to lead that newsroom in its 100-year history, following her pioneering role as the first female to lead the San Francisco Chronicle newsroom. Audrey shares her unfiltered insights on navigating disruption, balancing mission with business, and why curiosity and encouragement are non-negotiable for leaders at every level, offering a compelling look at building inclusive newsrooms that genuinely reflect the communities they serve.

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In an era driven by automation and digital detachment, interpersonal leadership is more powerful—and more necessary—than ever. Tina Fox, Founder and CEO of TERN Mentoring, offers a deeply personal and practical perspective on how mentorship can be reimagined as a daily, living legacy. She opens up about how vulnerability, intentional connection, and service to others aren’t soft skills—they’re core leadership tools for creating meaningful, long-term impact. This conversation dives into what it means to truly live a legacy, why networks are more valuable than résumés, and how mentorship can help us build trust, confidence, and community in a world hungry for human connection.

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What does courageous leadership actually look like in a world of nonstop disruption? Cindy Solomon, founder of the Courageous Leadership Institute, brings fire and clarity to a conversation about leading when conditions are uncertain, expectations are high, and change is constant. With insights on resilience, perception vs. reality, and why women are uniquely equipped to lead in times like these, this episode is a wake-up call for anyone ready to lead with more boldness, skill, and intention.

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Unlocking sustainable growth in your business is not a task for a single person. It can only be achieved with the help of other people, especially from your most trusted circles. Kate Byrne chats with Megan Riggs, who shares how she brought success to her company, Crunchy Hydration, by putting community at the top of her priorities. She explains why long-term growth is not just about creating enticing offers but building a way of life where your target audience can discover and understand their purpose. Megan also opens up about what it is like to deal with external pressures as a female founder and why you should always pay attention to what your gut is telling you.

With technology continuously evolving every single day, it offers an almost limitless potential to come up with something innovative to transform the broken education system. This has been Akshita Tiwari’s mission: to democratize quantum tech and make it easily accessible to the young generation. She joins Kate Byrne to talk about her work as co-founder of qMe, dedicated to reshaping education by simplifying quantum computing for teaching purposes. Akshita explains how shaping quantum tech around the passions and interests of children can vastly redesign the future of learning, making classroom dynamics highly interesting and impactful.

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Are you ready to redefine your relationship with food? This powerful conversation uncovers how to rewrite your food story, moving beyond diets to a place of true transformation. Join author, speaker, and food story whisperer Michelle Petties, who shares insights from her book, Leaving Large, revealing how emotional eating became a survival tactic and why understanding the “why” behind what we eat is key to a healthier, more conscious life. Discover how separating food from feeling can lead to lasting change, as Michelle challenges common beliefs and exposes the hidden truths behind our eating habits. This episode will empower you to make intentional choices, transforming your relationship with food from a struggle into a journey of self-discovery and lasting well-being.

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