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2021
2021x1
Ogawa Shingo: Believing in the Strength of the African People
Episode overview
In civil war-torn Uganda, over 30,000 children were abducted and forced to serve as fighters. Follow Ogawa Shingo's quest to reintegrate former child soldiers into society through vocational training.
2021x2
Phanuphon Bulsuwan: Delicious Dishes, Zero Waste
Episode overview
Thai restaurant owner/chef Phanuphon Bulsuwan uses a wide array of local ingredients for his dishes. He is also taking steps to combat food waste, both in his own kitchen and society at large.
2021x3
Isabella Tree: The Rewilding of an Aristocrat's Farm
Episode overview
Rewilding to revive lost species and restore nature. In the United Kingdom, an aristocratic couple's efforts are attracting attention. We talk to Isabella Tree, who is also a writer.
2021x4
Stephen Garrett: A New Era of Drama
Episode overview
Executive Producer, Stephen Garrett, has had a 40-year career in the entertainment industry producing films and creating television drama in Hollywood and the UK for a global audience.
2021x5
Tamai Yoshiomi: Giving Back to Society
Episode overview
For over 50 years, Tamai Yoshiomi has provided educational support to children who have lost one or both parents. His outreach extends to Africa, where he raises leaders out of vulnerable children.
2021x6
Jimmy Pham: Have the Courage to Open Up Your Future
Episode overview
Jimmy Pham's vocational school in Vietnam provides young deprived people with hospitality training. He talks about the struggle for sustenance during the economic downturn caused by COVID-19.
2021x7
Iida Masashige: Pushing the Boundaries
Episode overview
Iida Masashige creates immersive video presentations for dome-shaped projection screens that hang overhead in planetariums and other theaters. He talks about his vision, themes and methods.
2021x8
Tran Ngoc Phuc: Technology to Defeat the Coronavirus
Episode overview
A Vietnamese Japanese engineer discusses the high-frequency ventilator he developed to save the lives of premature infants, but it has been considered difficult to put into practical use.
2021x9
Mizutani Yoshihiro: Relief Beds Made of Cardboard
Episode overview
Mizutani Yoshihiro invented a cardboard bed for use in evacuation centers during natural disasters. He talks about what drives him in his quest to improve conditions at emergency shelters.
2021x10
Richard Misrach: Beyond the Divide
Episode overview
Richard Misrach, an eminent photographer who has been shooting deserts in the U.S. for half a century, discusses the split of America as he has been bearing witness it.
2021x11
Kotchakorn Voraakhom: Floating a Sinking City
Episode overview
Kotchakorn Voraakhom is a Thai landscape architect known for designing public parks that combat flooding. In order to fight an unpredictable future, she uses nature as her blueprint.
2021x12
Takahama Kan: Comic Books Give Us Hope
Episode overview
Takahama Kan was awarded one of Japan's most prestigious manga prizes in 2020. She talks about overcoming alcoholism and how the experience ties into her internationally acclaimed work.
2021x13
Marc Hull-Jacquin: Rescuing People from Domestic Violence
Episode overview
Marc Hull-Jacquin of Shelter Movers has rescued over 2,000 people fleeing domestic violence, providing 6 sanctuaries in Canada since 2016. He's fighting an increase in DV cases during the pandemic.
2021x14
Rosemarie Garland-Thomson: Human Diversity for a Flourishing Life
Episode overview
Rosemarie Garland-Thomson challenges stereotypes about people with disabilities. An advocate for human diversity, she explores how disabled culture and identity have evolved throughout history.
2021x15
Gilles Delebarre: Music Education for Democracy
Episode overview
Since 2010, Gilles Delebarre has engaged himself as the director in "Démos," a music education program for children operated by Philharmonie de Paris for the sake of the unity in a local society.
2021x16
Connecting a Divided World Through Film: Eric Khoo / Filmmaker
Episode overview
Director Eric Khoo is one of Singapore's leading creators. His recent short film is making waves online. We speak to Eric Khoo, spreading an important message "love and humanity" through film.
2021x17
Ethnic Equality Through Music: Chi Suwichan Phatthanaphraiwan / University Professor, Social Artivist
Episode overview
Musician and scholar Chi Suwichan Phatthanaphraiwan, a member of the Pgaz k'Nyau (Karen) ethnic group in northern Thailand, advocates for ethnic equality and fosters cultural identity through music.
2021x18
Uprising for Human Rights: Wanda Traczyk-Stawska / Former Warsaw Uprising Soldier
Episode overview
Wanda took part in the Warsaw Uprising in 1944, which was the resistance struggle to the Nazi regime. Nowadays, she protests against the politicians about some social matters from her experience of the war.
2021x19
Protecting Hornbills and Communities: Nureehan Da-ouli / Hornbill Conservationist
Episode overview
Nureehan Da-ouli, a female Muslim conservationist, strives to protect hornbills - the species that play a detrimental role in the survival of the forest and the livelihood of her community.
2021x20
Dancing Through a Pandemic: Akram Khan / Dancer and Choreographer
Episode overview
Akram Khan, the British dancer and choreographer, calls for urgent action to save the performing arts and to support young dancers, in the face of the UK's enforced lockdown.
2021x21
Documenting Lebanon's Pain: Carol Mansour / Documentary Filmmaker
Episode overview
Filmmaker Mansour documents the impact of wars in the Middle East on the people of Lebanon. When parts of Beirut were destroyed by a massive blast in August 2020 her cameras captured the aftermath.
2021x22
Textiles Overcoming Crises: Olga Reiche / Guatemalan Textile Expert
Episode overview
Textile expert Olga Reiche is working with rural artisans to find ways to build a sustainable industry. Overcoming natural disasters and war through textiles, she shares her inspiring story.
2021x23
Reimagine Hope With Music: Paul Miller aka DJ Spooky / Multimedia Artist, Composer, Author
Episode overview
Paul Miller, aka DJ Spooky: multimedia artist, composer and author. Miller creates music and art inspired by science and nature to motivate people to change the world.
2021x24
A Mission To Share Music: Wasfi Kani / Founder & CEO, Grange Park Opera
Episode overview
Wasfi Kani is on a mission to share opera with the world. For the last 3 decades she had taken opera into prisons, and in 2016, she created a new opera house in the UK.
2021x25
Reimagining Education: Christopher Emdin / Associate Professor, Columbia University
Episode overview
Columbia University's Christopher Emdin talks about his method of centering culture to engage young people in science and how the pandemic is creating an opportunity to transform education.
2021x26
Unlocking UAE's Future With Science: Sarah Al Amiri / Minister of State for Advanced Technology, UAE
Episode overview
Sarah Al Amiri is both a minister and the science lead of the UAE's Mars probe mission, which successfully entered orbit in 2021. What is it that pushes her and her country towards space exploration?
2021x27
Saving Wild Animals With VR: Ulrico Grech-Cumbo / VR Filmmaker
Episode overview
Using 360-degree cameras, a South African virtual reality video creator is helping to preserve wild animals on the verge of extinction by dispatching documentary films.
2021x28
Life Is Like Préludes: Alice Sara Ott / Pianist
Episode overview
Pianist Alice Sara Ott made her first recording in 3 years, as a reflection on life. Living with multiple sclerosis, she keeps a contemporary performance empowering her audience.
2021x29
Brexit and Beyond: Anand Menon / Professor of European Politics and Foreign Affairs
Episode overview
Anand Menon is Professor of European Politics and Foreign Affairs at King's College London. He also directs the UK in a Changing Europe project which studies the effects of Brexit and its implications for the UK.
2021x30
Flourishing Past Seventy: Maye Musk / Dietitian and Fashion Model
Episode overview
Maye Musk, dietitian, fashion model and mother of Elon, shares the secrets to flourishing in her 70s. Her independent spirit took her from struggling single motherhood to iconic status on billboards.
2021x31
Exploring the Origins of Life: Tsuda Yuichi / Hayabusa2 Project Manager
Episode overview
Tsuda Yuichi leads a project at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency that recently completed a mission to return subsurface samples of an asteroid to Earth. He reflects on the scientific milestone.
2021x32
Saving Lives in the Mediterranean: Pietro Bartolo / Doctor and MEP
Episode overview
Pietro Bartolo is a doctor. For 30 years he treated refugees from Africa on the Italian island of Lampedusa. Now, as a Member of the European Parliament, he defends the rights of immigrants.
2021x33
Sharing Voices from Our Refugee Camp: Omar Ahmad / Citizen Journalist, Campji
Episode overview
As a refugee, Omar Ahmad realized how the media portrayed the refugees differed from reality. Now as a citizen journalist, he hopes to deliver narratives, told from the refugee's perspective.
2021x34
Defender of Indigenous Peoples: Rukka Sombolinggi / Secretary General of AMAN, Indigenous Peoples Alliance of the Archipelago
Episode overview
Torajan woman and leader of the world's largest body representing Indigenous Peoples, Rukka Sombolinggi has long championed indigenous rights in Indonesia with her passionate and fiery oratory skills.
2021x35
The World Beneath the Waves: Kagii Yasuaki / Underwater Photographer
Episode overview
Kagii Yasuaki talks about photographing underwater worlds in oceans across the globe, including his periodic trips to document submarine environments in the disaster-stricken Tohoku region of Japan.
2021x36
The Positive Power of Comedy: Saku Yanagawa / Stand-Up Comedian
Episode overview
Chicago-based stand-up comedian Saku Yanagawa talks about deconstructing American society from a uniquely Japanese perspective and honing his own comedic voice.
2021x39
Braving Press Freedom: Maria Ressa / Journalist
Episode overview
Journalist Maria Ressa is found guilty in a case seen as a test of press freedom. In a country where journalists are under threat, Ressa's case became symbolic and followed internationally.
2021x37
Reality of Refugees Through Video Games: Lual Mayen / Video Game Developer
Episode overview
Lual Mayen fled South Sudan and grew up as a refugee. He created a video game on that experience. Players on the 2021 online version will fund refugee camps. He now supports youths to learn IT.
2021x38
Never Giving Up: Ranulph Fiennes / Expedition Leader & Author
Episode overview
British explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes has spent his life in pursuit of extreme adventure, risked his life in some of the most ambitious expeditions ever undertaken and raised millions for charity.
2021x40
Dancing Up a Storm: SIROCO / Flamenco Dancer
Episode overview
In 2017, SIROCO became the first Japanese person to win a prestigious flamenco competition in Spain. What does flamenco mean to him, and how did he rise to the top of his profession?
2021x41
Capturing the Truth Beneath the Waves: Sirachai Arunrugstichai / Conservation Photographer
Episode overview
Sirachai Arunrugstichai is a photographer and marine biologist based in Bangkok, Thailand. His photos are a sharp reminder to the world that the oceans and sea life must be protected.
2021x42
E-waste to Treasure: Mohamed Tarek El-Fatatry / Social Entrepreneur
Episode overview
ERTH, a social enterprise in Malaysia is founded by Mohamed Tarek which aims to reduce the environmental hazard caused from end-of-life electronics, also known as "E-waste."
2021x43
3D Printers Evolve With an Open-Source Approach: Josef Prusa / Founder and CEO of Prusa Research
Episode overview
A young Czech innovator is drawing attention in the desktop 3D printer market with his open-source approach. What kind of future will be brought to us by the printers evolving with worldwide users?
2021x44
Share the Sunshine!: Chang Sung-un / CEO of YOLK
Episode overview
Chang Sung-un has created a way to solve child labor problems in Africa with the Solar Cow Project which suggests an innovative approach to easily solve the issue by utilizing natural solar energy.
2021x45
Living With Wildlife: Alain Reynes / Environmentalist / NPO Pays de l'Ours - Adet
Episode overview
Over 30 years, Alain Reynes has sought peaceful coexistence between human activities and reintroduced brown bears in the Pyrenees, a mountain range forming a natural border between France and Spain.
2021x46
A Decade After 3.11 Part 1: Iwai Shunji / Film Director
Episode overview
Ten years after the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, film director Iwai Shunji talks about the stories behind projects such as "Flowers Will Bloom," the song for recovery he wrote.
2021x47
A Decade After 3.11 Part 2: Iwai Shunji / Film Director
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2021x48
Connecting Ourselves With Folk Music: Tigran Hamasyan / Pianist and Composer
Episode overview
Renowned pianist Tigran Hamasyan talks about the beauty of traditional folk music and what it can do to connect people around the world.
2021x49
Flushing Taboos Away: Jack Sim / Founder of the World Toilet Organization
Episode overview
Meet Jack Sim, also known as Mr. Toilet. His mission? Toilets for everyone. Around 2 billion people do not have access to proper toilets and sanitation. Jack wants to change that.
2021x50
First-rate Dining, Sustainable Food: Mauro Colagreco / Owner and Chef, Mirazur
Episode overview
Mauro Colagreco has been called the best chef working today. Follow his journey to break new ground in sustainable gastronomy using only ingredients local to his chosen town of Menton, France.
2021x51
Meeting the Moment Through Art: Bill T. Jones / Choreographer, Artistic Director
Episode overview
World-renowned dancer, choreographer and director Bill T. Jones talks about creating his new socially distanced indoor performance, addressing the twin pandemics of COVID-19 and systemic racism.
2021x52
Making the Climate Crisis Personal: Mary Robinson / Former President of Ireland
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This episode has no summary.
2021x53
Refugees Give Back: Waheed Arian / Emergency Doctor and Founder of Arian Teleheal
Episode overview
Doctor Waheed Arian arrived in the UK aged 15 as an Afghanistan refugee. Today he is the founder of a pioneering charity Arian Teleheal which helps save lives across the world.
2021x54
On the Front Line of the Infodemic: Baybars Örsek / Director, International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN)
Episode overview
Baybars Örsek, Director of the International Fact-Checking Network, is on a mission to stop the spread of false information. He talks about the importance of fact-checking and how it can empower us.
2021x55
Misinformation in a Time of COVID: Imran Ahmed / CEO, Center for Countering Digital Hate
Episode overview
Imran Ahmed is the CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, a non-profit organization based in Washington and London, founded to highlight the increasing misinformation published online.
2021x56
Glowing Glass: Sasaki Rui / Glass Artist
Episode overview
In 2019, Sasaki Rui was named winner of the Rakow Commission, a program put on by the renowned Corning Museum of Glass. She discusses her creations, which include works that use phosphorescent glass.
2021x57
Singing With Nightingales: Sam Lee / Folk Musician
Episode overview
Singer-songwriter Sam Lee spent years collecting indigenous folk songs of the British Isles. He's turned his attention to nightingales, an iconic bird endangered by climate change and habitat loss.
2021x58
Fighting Anti-Asian Hate: Cynthia Choi / Co-founder, Stop AAPI Hate
Episode overview
At the start of the pandemic, Cynthia Choi co-founded an organization to report hate incidents against Asian Americans. The data it collects has empowered communities to raise their voices together.
2021x59
Boundless Mobility: Sugie Satoshi / CEO, Whill
Episode overview
The electric wheelchairs created by Sugie Satoshi feature superior performance and design, and are used by people in many parts of the world. We speak with him about the future of personal mobility.
2021x60
Copper Plates Filled with Wonder: Tanaka Kiyo / Children's Book Author
Episode overview
Tanaka Kiyo is internationally recognized for warm, intricate children's books illustrated using copperplate techniques. She talks about the beauty of her craft and what children's books mean to her.
2021x61
Traveling Blind: Amar Latif / Traveler and Founder of Traveleyes
Episode overview
Amar Latif is a blind traveler and entrepreneur. In 2004, he created a travel agency, Traveleyes, determined to make the world more accessible for blind and visually impaired travelers.
2021x62
Lighting Up the Future With Small Inventions!: Ann Makosinski / Inventor and Speaker
Episode overview
At 15, Ann Makosinski from Canada invented a flashlight powered by body heat. She is now developing toys to help solve environmental issues. The young inventor tells us about her perspectives.
2021x63
Giving Ballet an African Flair: Daniel Owoseni Ajala / Founder of Leap of Dance Academy
Episode overview
The efforts of a Nigerian who studied ballet on YouTube and runs a ballet academy in his back yard have attracted sympathy and support worldwide. He is now creating a unique African style of ballet.
2021x64
A Sanctuary for Ex-Gang Members: Greg Boyle / Founder of Homeboy Industries
Episode overview
Father Greg has rehabilitated thousands of ex-gang members in L.A. for 30 years. He runs a bakery as a base with members and has tattoo removal programs among others so they can re-enter society.
2021x65
Eradicating Eye Disease: Kubota Ryo / Ophthalmologist & CEO, Kubota Pharmaceutical Holdings
Episode overview
Kubota Ryo runs a biotech startup that is working with NASA to develop a device that can test for the eye problems to which astronauts are susceptible. Kubota shares his vision with us.
2021x66
A Model for Sustainable Support: Doya Yuto / CEO, Cloudy/President, NPO Doooooooo
Episode overview
Doya Yuto started an apparel brand that sells fashionable items made in Ghana. His work supports local employment and the education of Ghanaian children. He talks about providing sustainable support.
2021x67
Silent Voice of Panama Hotel: Jan Johnson / Owner of Panama Hotel
Episode overview
Jan Johnson has dedicated her life protecting and running the Panama Hotel built in 1910. Hear her message to the future through the last luggage left by Japanese Americans taken to internment camps.
2021x68
Turning Others Away From Hate: Christian Picciolini / Former Extremist, Founder of Free Radicals Project
Episode overview
Many turn to extremism because of personal problems, not ideology. One-time white supremacist Christian Picciolini sees people as human beings first, to save them from hate groups.
2021x69
The Genius of Persistence: Hori Takahide / Film Director
Episode overview
Hori Takahide spent 7 years making the globally acclaimed animated feature film "Junk Head," doing everything from character and set design to cinematography, editing and music.
2021x70
Find Your Own Color: Kodo Nishimura / Buddhist Monk, Makeup Artist
Episode overview
Kodo Nishimura blends his duties as a Buddhist monk with work as a makeup artist. He speaks from experience about overcoming adversity, being true to yourself, and what it means to be different.
2021x71
Nothing Is Impossible: Massimiliano Sechi / No Excuses CEO
Episode overview
Italian life mentor Massimiliano Sechi may have been born missing limbs, but nothing will stop this former top eSports player from enjoying the beauty of life and motivating others to do the same.
2021x72
Dreaming of Wild Wolves: Otake Hidehiro / Photographer
Episode overview
Otake Hidehiro has been photographing wild animals in the vast Northwoods forest for more than 20 years. He recently won a prestigious Japanese photography award. He reflects on his career so far.
2021x73
U.N. Lessons for Local Action: Murakami Kiyoshi / Strategy Advisor, City of Rikuzentakata
Episode overview
Murakami Kiyoshi is applying the lessons he learned working at the U.N. to help his hometown's economy recover from a devastating earthquake and tsunami. He talks about his vision for the community.
2021x74
The Illusion of Reality: Egawa Etsuko / Special Effects Makeup Artist
Episode overview
Egawa Etsuko has worked as a makeup artist on many movies and TV shows, including the Academy Award-winning 2008 Japanese drama film "Departures." She shares her pursuit of ideal makeup artistry.
2021x75
Dancing With My Passion: Kaneko Fumi / Principal of The Royal Ballet
Episode overview
Kaneko Fumi was promoted to Principal of The Royal Ballet this year. Behind her captivating stage presence lie major injury and pandemic. She talks about overcoming setbacks and her passion for ballet.
2021x76
Intertwining Architecture and Nature: Fujimori Terunobu / Architect, Architectural Historian
Episode overview
Fujimori Terunobu became an architect at 45. His unconventional approach to design and use of natural materials have made him internationally in-demand. He talks about his architectural philosophy.
2021x77
We Need Stories to Make the World a Better Place: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie / Writer
Episode overview
Internationally acclaimed Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie shares her belief that the realization of gender equality and a fairer world for all may take time, but they are achievable aims.
2021x78
Sustainability Through Shoes: Tim Brown / Co-Founder, Allbirds
Episode overview
Former pro soccer player Tim Brown makes shoes using natural materials. His ambitions also include labeling shoes with their total carbon footprint. He speaks on seeking sustainability through shoes.
2021x79
Raising a Courageous Voice: Lori Matsukawa / Seattle Broadcast Journalist
Episode overview
Emmy winning broadcast journalist, Lori Matsukawa fights hate crimes against Asians in the U.S. She holds webinars with a Seattle Japanese community and collaborates with the government to end racism.
2021x80
Secret Help for Domestic Violence: Krysia Paszko / Founder, Camomiles and Pansies
Episode overview
Paszko launched a fake online cosmetic shop since the coronavirus pandemic began. Many women have faced abuse from partners during the lockdown. They could secretly send SOS messages through a shop.
2021x81
A Safe Space for Disaster Survivors: Kaneta Taio / Buddhist Monk
Episode overview
After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, Kaneta Taio created a cafe that pops up at locations around northeastern Japan. There, survivors open up to him as he helps them process their grief.
2021x82
Supporting Struggling Artists: Kajiya Yuriko / Ballet Dancer
Episode overview
Kajiya Yuriko is a principal dancer at the Houston Ballet in the United States. The coronavirus pandemic has been a struggle for artists in Japan, and Kajiya has worked to support them.
2021x83
The Irresistible Urge to Write: Sasha Filipenko / Writer
Episode overview
Sasha Filipenko's 2014 novel "The Ex-Son" foresaw the turmoil in Belarus today. Now temporarily out of the country, he continues to write while considering his return to his homeland, despite the risks.
2021x84
A New Era With More Female Astronauts: Christina Koch / NASA Astronaut
Episode overview
Christina Koch, an outstanding female astronaut, who has made remarkable accomplishments in the traditionally male-dominated field of space exploration, could be the first woman to land on the Moon.
2021x85
The Spotlight on South Africa's Shack Dwellers: S'bu Zikode / President of Abahlali baseMjondolo
Episode overview
South Africa after Apartheid has a wealth gap within the black community, having only a few rich. S'bu Zikode with Abahlali baseMjondolo assists shack dwellers. His supporters surpass 100,000 today.
2021x86
Overcoming Cultural Barriers in Business: Jane Hyun / Global Leadership Strategist and Executive Coach
Episode overview
In a bestselling book, Jane Hyun highlighted barriers facing Asian Americans in the corporate world. Since then, she has helped businesses tap this talent pool by becoming culturally responsive.
2021x87
Women's Rights Trailblazer: Fawzia Koofi / Politician, Women's Rights Activist
Episode overview
Fawzia Koofi was the first female Vice President of Afghanistan's National Assembly. The Nobel candidate has been fighting for women's rights for 20 years as the Taliban takes over the country.
2021x88
Cultivating Hope: Miura Hiroshi / Farmer/President, NPO Nomado
Episode overview
Since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear accident, Miura Hiroshi has worked to revitalize local agriculture using renewable energy and create opportunities for strengthening the bonds of the community.
2021x89
Shea Butter Creating a Sustainable Future: Olivier Baussan / L'Occitane Founder and L'Occitane Foundation Vice President
Episode overview
Olivier Baussan founded L'Occitane and has spent 40 years in Burkina Faso developing shea butter. He has helped create jobs, women's education and alleviate poverty in a sustainable way.
2021x90
Freedom from Period Poverty: Emilia Kaczmarek / Founder, Menstruation Action
Episode overview
Kaczmarek starts her initiative to tackle period poverty realizing menstruation has been a taboo topic in Poland. She launched an online charity to distribute free sanitary products to women in need.
2021x91
Questioning Normality: Murata Sayaka / Novelist
Episode overview
Murata Sayaka's novel about a convenience store worker was awarded Japan's most prestigious literary prize, and has been translated into over 30 languages. What struck a chord with readers?
2021x92
Between Two Worlds: Hosoda Mamoru / Anime Director
Episode overview
We speak with Japanese anime director Hosoda Mamoru about his new work, "BELLE." His inspiration comes from "Beauty and the Beast," the internet and some changes brought about by the global pandemic.
2021x93
Fighting for LGBTQ Children To Thrive: Amber Briggle / Advocate for LBGTQ Children's Rights
Episode overview
A mother to a transgender son, Amber Briggle has brought national attention to the struggle for equal rights for LGBTQ children, speaking out at the Texas State Senate and elsewhere.
2021x94
Kashana, Schools for All: Abdul Baqi Samandar / Founder, Kashana School
Episode overview
Abdul Baqi Samandar started schools called Kashana to offer free education for street kids. At his schools, they can study and learn basic knowledge and techniques to survive in society.
2021x95
A Future Through Technology and Dialogue: Abeer Bandak / Tech2Peace Cofounder
Episode overview
Tech2Peace is a seminar in which Israeli and Palestinian youth work together on tech-based projects. The cofounder, Palestinian Abeer Bandak, hopes that it can contribute to conflict resolution.
2021x96
Making Wine in Tropical Thailand: Visootha Lohitnavy / Oenologist, GranMonte Vineyard and Winery
Episode overview
Thai winemaker Visootha Lohitnavy is attracting attention from the world for her authentic wine production in the tropics. Is there a hint here for sustainable winemaking in the age of global warming?
2021x97
Disaster Recovery Professionals With a Human Touch: Sheldon Yellen / CEO of BELFOR Holdings
Episode overview
A global company that attracted attention for disinfecting a cruise ship contaminated with COVID-19 is dedicated to restoring disaster-stricken towns and homes and bringing hope to victims.
2021x98
My Dear Afghanistan: Yasui Hiromi / Photo Journalist
Episode overview
Yasui Hiromi has lived in Afghanistan for 20 years. She organized a free school for children and a handicraft workshop for women. We talk to Yasui Hiromi, who has dedicated her life to the country.
2021x99
The Heart of Judo: Amano Akiko / Referee, International Judo Federation
Episode overview
Only 16 people were selected as referees for the judo competition at the recent Tokyo Olympics. Amano Akiko was one of them. She tells us about the international appeal of this Japanese sport.
2021x100
The Power of Ostrich Antibodies: Tsukamoto Yasuhiro / Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ph.D., President, Kyoto Prefectural University
Episode overview
Antibodies are proteins that help us fight off infections. Tsukamoto Yasuhiro extracts antibodies from ostrich eggs for use in treatments to prevent infection from viruses such as COVID-19.
2021x101
Independence for the Co-Existence: Lilianne Fan / Co-Founder of Geutanyoe Foundation
Episode overview
Lilianne Fan, founder of Geutanyoe Foundation, supports the Rohingya refugees in Malaysia. She provides them food and education, and empowers them to become leaders in their community.
2021x102
The Education Emergency Facing Migrant Children: Andrea Rincon / Advocate for Migrant Children
Episode overview
In Tijuana, Mexico, college student Andrea Rincon created a mobile school for children stuck at the border with the US, raising the alarm on the educational crisis facing migrant children worldwide.
2021x103
The First To Get Noticed: Yano Koji / Actor
Episode overview
Yano Koji has been acting in China for about 20 years. He's gained overwhelming popularity, despite being a foreigner. We ask him about his success in the fast-growing Chinese entertainment industry.
2021x104
Designing for Human Behavior: Nakamura Hiroshi / Architect
Episode overview
Nakamura Hiroshi is known for innovative architectural designs based on careful observation of human behavior. His design for a waste center won an award in 2021. What is his vision for architecture?
2021x105
A World Where You Can Be Yourself: Hoshi Kento / CEO, JobRainbow
Episode overview
Hoshi Kento is a social business entrepreneur who created Japan's first employment search website for the LGBT community. His dream is a world where no minority group has to face discrimination.
2021x106
Giving and Receiving, Challenge for a Gift Economy: Rebecca Rockefeller / Co-Founder of the Buy Nothing Project
Episode overview
Rebecca Rockefeller co-founded the "Buy Nothing Project," that has 4 million members in 44 countries. The gift economy initiative gives and receives everything for free, reexamining consumer society.
2021x107
An Icy Solution to Poverty, Hunger and Empowerment: Pankaj Garg / CEO, Innovation Thru Energy
Episode overview
We focus on an engineer who has developed an ice pack technology that can keep its temperature at -35 degrees Celsius for several days and take a key role in vaccine transportation amid the COVID-situation.
2021x108
Tackling Climate Change: Hirata Kimiko / International Director, Kiko Network
Episode overview
Hirata Kimiko, a director of an NGO that works on climate change issues, has been a fierce opponent of coal power in Japan. She was recently awarded the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize.
2021x109
Creating Original Ainu Art: Kaizawa Toru / Woodcarver
Episode overview
The Ainu are one of the indigenous peoples of Japan. Kaizawa Toru is an Ainu artist who brings a contemporary sensibility to traditional Ainu woodcarving. He talks about his craft and creative drive.
2021x110
Local Communities Taking the Lead: Fujita Chiyoko / Nurse/Chief, PMS Support Unit Japan
Episode overview
For years, Fujita Chiyoko has worked to provide healthcare in Pakistan and Afghanistan alongside Dr. Nakamura Tetsu, the late founder of PMS. In 2021, she was awarded the Florence Nightingale Medal.
2021x111
Carving Out a Place for Myself: Lito / Leaf-Cutting Artist
Episode overview
Lito enchants followers around the world with intricate scenes carved into leaves. Diagnosed with ADHD, he applies his focus and attention to detail to explore his own creative voice.
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Paving the Way for Minorities: Douangmany Heuangkhamsene (Tookta) / Founder of Her Works, Social Entrepreneur
Episode overview
Douangmany Heuangkhamsene is a Lao social entrepreneur who helps the lesser-known ethnic women improve their social status by turning their traditional handicrafts into more contemporary products.
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Touchless Technologies of Tomorrow: Otsubo Makoto / Aerial Imaging Display Developer
Episode overview
Otsubo Makoto develops technology that displays holographic images in midair through the reflection of light. Equipped with sensors, the images can be manipulated like a touchscreen, albeit touchless.
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Lighting the Fire to Win: Tom Hovasse / Former Head Coach, Japan Women's National Basketball Team
Episode overview
Tom Hovasse led Japan's national women's basketball team to its first-ever silver medal at the 2020 Tokyo Games. He talks strategy, tactics, and inspiring the team to reach new heights.
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A More Inclusive World: Adli Yahya / Founder of Autism Café Project
Episode overview
Adli Yahya founded Autism Café Project in 2016 to provide job opportunities for autistic youth. At the café, this team prepares food to give to communities in need.
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AI: Cracking the Code of Drug Discovery: Noor Shaker / Founder, Glamorous AI
Episode overview
Noor Shaker, a former computer scientist, is determined to contribute her expertise to society. She is now using AI to tackle and improve the expensive, time-consuming process of drug discovery.
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Music That Stirs Your Soul: Ichika Nito / Guitarist
Episode overview
With over 1.7 million subscribers on YouTube, the beautiful melodies and skills of guitarist Ichika Nito have entranced people worldwide. We learn more about his goal to create soul-stirring music.
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Small Moments of Happiness: SHOGEN / Artist
Episode overview
The Japanese artist known as SHOGEN creates unique paintings in an original style that is inspired by Tingatinga, a Tanzanian school of painting. He shares the wisdom he learned in Tanzania.
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Sake That Expresses Terroir: Imada Miho / Sake Master Brewer
Episode overview
Imada Miho was named one of BBC's 100 women of 2020. She talks about her passion to brew sake that embodies the distinct climate and agricultural heritage of her home prefecture of Hiroshima.
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Stopping Discrimination Against Women's Bodies: Bak Seulgi / Obstetrician-Gynecologist
Episode overview
South Korean gynecologist Bak Seulgi addresses biases held in the country against women's bodies, speaking at schools and events in order to spread accurate information and protect women's health.
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Venezuelan Brings Diversity to Podium: Glass Marcano / Conductor
Episode overview
Venezuelan Glass Marcano became the first black woman conductor of a French orchestra at the age of 24. The vibrant energy of her music transcends the boundaries of gender, ethnicity and language.
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Sculptures That Produce Sound: Doriano Sulis / Biwa Artisan
Episode overview
The Biwa is a wooden lute traditionally used in Japanese classical music. Italian-born Doriano Sulis makes and restores Chikuzen-style Biwa, and is working to pass down his craft to a new generation.
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Saving Lives and Restoring Dignity: Kojima Marina / Midwife
Episode overview
Kojima Marina has been working since 2016 to rescue migrants and refugees from North Africa attempting a perilous Mediterranean Sea crossing. She talks about the front lines of humanitarian action.
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The Art of Perception: Amy Herman / Founder of the Art of Perception
Episode overview
Since 2000, Amy Herman, an art historian and lawyer, has been organizing "The Art of Perception," an educational program which uses art to develop people's observational skills.

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