In episode 3 of Season 6 we meet Kah Mun Chan: A Sustainability Maven and Artistic Visionary! As a Sustainability Professional and Creative Storyteller, Kah Mun navigates the realms of private and public organisations, shaping a greener future. With a degree in Urban Studies with Honors from Yale-NUS College, KahMun is not just an advocate; she's an artist, adventurer, and believer in the goodness of people. Stay tuned to listen to the episode with our host Payal Nayar as we explore the journey ...
Feb 05, 2024•36 min•Season 6Ep. 3
We wish our listeners a healthy and happy 2024. In today's episode of our series Lens on the environment we meet Devan Schowe, a passionate advocate for wildlife conservation and animal welfare. Starting her journey with a focus on captive wild animal welfare, she's transformed her dedication into a force for change. Currently serving as a Campaigns Associate at Born Free USA, Devan fights against exploitative practices, aiming to reshape legislation and raise public awareness on critical wildli...
Jan 21, 2024•22 min•Season 6Ep. 2
We kickstart Season 6 with a new series Lens on the environment! Our guest today is Syed Raza a filmmaker, photographer, National Geographic Certified Educator and a wildlife conservation innovator. With a background in fine arts and a passion for the natural world, Syed is on a mission to bridge art and science for a sustainable future. From the field to the digital realm, Syed explores the intersection of technology and storytelling to protect our planet's precious wildlife. Stay tuned to list...
Oct 09, 2023•39 min•Season 6Ep. 1
In episode 13 of our series Sustainability in Focus we meet the talented and charismatic Mickela Mallozzi, a four-time Emmy® Award-winning Host and Executive Producer of 'Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi. With a passion for dance that resonates in every step, she takes us on a captivating global dance odyssey. From the cobblestone streets of Southern Italy to the grand stages of Buenos Aires, Mickela's journey celebrates the diverse tapestry of dance in everyday life. Her adventures, chronicled o...
Oct 02, 2023•34 min•Season 5Ep. 13
As a part of the ongoing series Sustainability in Focus we talk about transforming travel into Impact. In this episode we meet Thinley Choden, the Heart Behind Bhutan Tours and Travels. From CEO to social entrepreneur, Thinley is on a mission to merge travel, culture, and sustainability in the enchanting land of Bhutan. Discover how she's building bridges, empowering communities, and leaving a lasting impact through her ventures and passion for nature, fitness, and poetry. Stay tuned to listen t...
Sep 25, 2023•31 min•Season 5Ep. 12
In episode 11 of our Sustainability in Focus series we embrace the Beauty of Nature with Sacha Botanicals! Meet Susan Calderón Urbina , the passionate creator behind Sacha Botanicals, where hair and body care become a joyful celebration of Latin culture and the planet. We will immerse ourselves in the power of botanicals, one shampoo and soap at a time. In the heart of the pandemic, Susan embarked on a journey to craft natural products that love your skin and respect the Earth. From essential oi...
Sep 18, 2023•28 min•Season 5Ep. 11
In episode 10 of our Sustainability in Focus series we meet Leif Cocks: Founder, Orangutan Expert, and Global Conservation Leader. For nearly three decades, he's dedicated his life to these remarkable creatures. Leif's extensive fieldwork and academic prowess have made him a driving force in orangutan conservation, with a world-renowned reputation. As an author, speaker, and influencer, he's rallied for positive change, even achieving the first successful reintroduction of a zoo-born orangutan. ...
Sep 12, 2023•23 min•Season 5Ep. 10
In episode 9 of our series Sustainability in Focus, we are in conversation with Jim Gale: Jim's journey from Dreams to Green Realities an Outdoor Enthusiast, Permaculture Pioneer, and Motivational Speaker is very inspiring. His journey from wrestling champion to financial expert to eco-village builder is a testament to his zeal for life. With an unwavering spirit, Jim has transformed his dreams into billion-dollar achievements and a movement for global change. Stay tuned to listen to the episode...
Sep 04, 2023•24 min•Season 5Ep. 9
In episode 8 not the series Sustainability in Focus, leading change for a Sustainable Future we meet John Pabon, a visionary advocate for our planet. With a global career spanning United Nations to Fortune 500s, he's been on the frontlines of sustainability. Founder of Fulcrum Strategic Advisors, author, and speaker, John empowers companies and individuals to embrace sustainability's power. Stay tuned to listen to the episode with our host Payal Nayar as we explore his journey of impact, from fa...
Aug 28, 2023•28 min•Season 5Ep. 8
In episode 7 of Sustainability in Focus, crafting Sustainability Stories that Resonate meet Julia Goldstein, the powerhouse behind JLFG Communications. From engineering to journalism, she's shaped a unique journey that bridges technical expertise with impactful storytelling. Her workshops, books, and speeches ignite change, aligning words and actions for environmental sustainability. Listen to the episode with our host Payal Nayar to hear about Julia's inspiring path and her mission to empower m...
Aug 21, 2023•31 min•Season 5Ep. 7
In episode 6 of Sustainability in Focus we are in conversation with Stephen Hetherington where he talks to our host Payal Nayar about redefining Hospitality with The Carolina Experience. Stephen Hetherington, the visionary CEO/Founder talks about reshaping the STR (short-term rental) landscape. With a strong background in real estate and a passion for travel and wanderlust, Steve builds a diverse portfolio of properties from mountains to coast, inviting guests to create their own unforgettable t...
Aug 14, 2023•23 min•Season 5Ep. 6
In Episode 5 in this season of Now Boarding we are in conversation with Elaine Ford where we dive into the heart of untamed beauty with Planet ReWild's groundbreaking 360 film wildlife productions for virtual reality. Elaine Ford has set up this venture to enable immersive experiences that transport you to remote and wild landscapes, where you'll engage with diverse cultures, awe-inspiring animals, and the wonders of nature. Through the artful fusion of technology and natural materials like glas...
Aug 07, 2023•23 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Season 5 of Now Boarding focuses on sustainability and in episode 4 we are in conversation with Bianca Caruana an Australian-Maltese author, blogger & podcast host specializing in stories that ignite thoughts surrounding compassion, ethics, and sustainability. Bianca recently launched her book "Soul Truth" which covers eight years of her Altruistic Traveller. Stay tuned to continue to listen to the with our host Payal Nayar to hear about Bianca's journey and how it shaped her life. Tune in a...
Jul 11, 2023•26 min•Season 5Ep. 4
In Episode 3 of our Sustainability series we are in conversation with Tloco Kelebemang who is dedicated in creating women-led ecosystems for social benefit, notably in the business and tourist sectors. Professionally, she is an MBA graduate with a background in finance and investing. Her objective is to alter the African travel narrative by curating and delivering holistic travel experiences that highlight Africa's unique natural and animal resources, culture and custom, food, and people. Tloco ...
May 11, 2023•42 min•Season 5Ep. 3
In this episode of sustainable living our host Payal Nayar is in conversation with Michelle Deborah, a specialist in health and wellness, teaching a lot of people how to lose weight in a beautiful and healthy way. She has a prominent page where she shares her recipes with her audience and showcases the wonderful personalised dishes she creates to encourage others to live healthy, vegan lifestyles. Stay tuned to listen to the episode with our host Payal Nayar to hear about Michelle's personal pat...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 2
In this episode our host Payal Nayar is in conversation with the co founders of Bodhi Surf + Yoga. Travis Bays is known as the connector and the “ideas guy”, always dreaming up new projects to take on, finding ways to connect with individuals and movements, and looking for ways to improve. Pilar Salazar however is the grounding energy of the Bodhi Surf + Yoga team. Her calm composure and “Pura Vida” vibe are evident to all who meet her. The physical pursuits of surfing and yoga are simply the lo...
Apr 10, 2023•46 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Episode 7 in our Wildlife in Focus series is a conversation with TEDx Speaker, Gunjan Menon a partner photographer in Girls Who Click', leading workshops and seminars worldwide for emerging filmmakers on conservation storytelling and cinematography. Over the last nine years, Gunjan has been recognised with over 40 awards and nominations across 15 countries, including being shortlisted for a student BAFTA. Additionally, her work has been broadcasted on Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, Nat Geo Wi...
Mar 26, 2023•40 min•Season 5Ep. 7
In this now Boarding special episode our host PAYAL NAYAR talks to JESSICA PURCELL. Jessica is the mother of two environmentally conscious children, a former high school Chemistry teacher and the founder of Thoughtfully Sustainable, an online platform that hosts hands-on viable science lessons, nature investigations, and up-cycling projects that can be done in the classroom, virtually, or at home to foster critical thinking skills and an appreciation for nature. Stay tuned to find out how she in...
Mar 20, 2023•32 min
In Episode 6 of this special Wildlife in Focus series our Host PAYAL NAYAR is in conversation with ALEX CEARNS, an Australian photographer who creates exquisite animal portraits that convey the inherent joy that people find in animals. She is one of the most successful and experienced pet photographers in the industry, having photographed over 15,000 pets as the Creative Director of Perth-based Houndstooth Studio. Alex is an undisputed leader in her field, having received over 350 awards for her...
Mar 06, 2023•26 min•Season 4Ep. 6
In episode 5 of Wildlife in Focus our host Payal Nayar is in conversation with Jocelyn Stokes, an award-winning conservation filmmaker formally trained in wildlife science, has over a decade of experience shooting films in collaboration with leading conservationists in many of the world's most biologically diverse regions, including Madagascar, Nepal, Indonesia, Malaysia, Costa Rica, Tanzania, and Uganda. Jocelyn has a huge heart for crafting storytelling films that inspire positive change to pr...
Feb 27, 2023•39 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Episode 4 in our Wildlife is Focus series on Now Boarding is a conversation with Bangalore based Kalyan Varma an accomplished, award-winning wildlife photographer, film maker, and explorer. Working on a freelance basis with the NatGeo channel and international independent production companies, he has made wildlife protection and environmental issues his priority for life. His admiration for wildlife particles particularly for Elephants has filled him with some prodigious stories that he has shar...
Feb 20, 2023•39 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Now Boarding brings in 2023 with a new meaningful series Wildlife in Focus! Episode 3 is a conversation with Sebastian Kennerknecht a wildlife photographer and conservationist with over 14 years of experience. Concerned about the extinction of the species of WildCats, he passes down his knowledge and conservation measures. Sebastian Kennerknecht has been visually reporting wildlife and environmental issues around the world, with a specialty on wild cats in particular. He has created high-quality...
Feb 13, 2023•34 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Now Boarding brings in 2023 with a new meaningful series Wildlife in Focus! Episode 2 is a conversation with Aishwarya Sridhar an award winning writer, poet, activist, wildlife photographer and storyteller committed to educating and empowering the youth to speak up for environmental protection. more about her Aishwarya's journey has seen a shift from being an admirer of nature to an activist. Aishwarya Sridhar, a wildlife photographer, filmmaker, presenter and is India’s first female to win the ...
Feb 06, 2023•31 min
Now Boarding brings in 2023 with a new meaningful series Wildlife in Focus! Episode 1 is a conversation with Jennifer Adler a conservation photographer and underwater photojournalist. Her work is informed by her scientific background, and she uses her imagery to communicate science and conservation. Stay tuned to know more about her journey through journalism and photography to communicate about the underlying environmental issues. Jennifer has a degree in marine biology and a PhD in interdiscip...
Jan 30, 2023•20 min
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Jan 16, 2023•34 sec
The final episode in this special Now Boarding and Community Arts Network collaborative series is with a valued CAN member Cherish Manjooran the founder and CEO of Cherish Expeditions, The world is full of passionate travelers, wandering the globe with a change-making purpose. Cherish Expeditions was created to speak to their mission. Led by CEO Cherish Manjooran, it curates transformative residencies, travel-fellowship programmes and impact expeditions aimed at developing social changemakers, e...
Dec 12, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In episode 5 of a Now Boarding and Community Arts Network collaborative special series, our host Payal is in conversation with Patricia Cruz a CAN member and a first generation Filipino American. Patricia loves to connect people from different cultures, it's something she had to do from a very young age. She's an Atelierista and Arts Integration Specialist for the International School of Panama and the founder of the Transcontinental Educator Artist Collective for Humanity (TEACH). Keep listenin...
Dec 05, 2022•33 min
In episode 4 of a Now Boarding and Community Arts Network collaborative special series, our host Payal sits down with CAN member Kenneth Kwok the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Global Citizen Capital, an impact venture focused on education, technology and healthcare. Kenneth is also the Founder and Chief Education Officer of KIDsforSDGs, a not-for-profit whose core mission is to empower and enrich the future of education, employment and entrepreneurship for next-generation leaders throug...
Nov 28, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 4
We kickstart Season2 episode 1 of Now Boarding with Shien-ru Tsao, the founder and principal ideator for Commit to Green, an organisation that is dedicated to changing the future of environmental consumption. In this episode, we discover Shien-Ru's vision behind her passion project and how she intends to make conscious changes within her framework for a larger environmental impact. Shien-ru Tsao is a product designer and a serial entrepreneur based out of New York. Her products range from paper ...
Sep 05, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In the final Season 1 episode of Now Boarding our guest is a young entrepreneur and sustainability enthusiast Vanshita Khanna. Vanshita talks about her cosy cafe @cafelakesidenainital tucked away in the mountains of Nainital and her take on eco tourism. Vanshita Khanna, who is a graduate from Indian School of Business, Bengaluru, belongs to the hills and was raised in the beautiful town Nainital, in Uttrakhand. After completing her graduation, Vanshita decided to return to her roots, and help he...
Aug 29, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 19
