I think we all had a moment where we really wanted to learn something new or became interested in a certain subject but were hesitant or avoidant in pursuing it. “But, I don’t have the talent!”, is a phrase often heard in that context. But what exactly is talent and what role does it play in being successful in something. How can talent mentorship be useful to be better at something faster? Why do we let that tiny word limit us in such a way in our lives? We will explore these questions and more...
Mar 25, 2022•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Melton Fellow Clement hosts our Learning Director, Alafia Stewart, as the two discuss what the Global Citizenship Learning Program Fellowship offered by the Melton Foundation encompasses, the essence of becoming a Melton Fellow and what one needs to do to become a part of this life-long fellowship experience! Happy Listening!
Feb 10, 2022•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this podcast, Melton Fellows Clara Forbuzo and Marissa Pittman discuss the meaning of holistic female empowerment. Driven to address the educational, mental, and economic aspects of female empowerment, Forbuzo and Pittman give listeners a chance to get involved as well. You can learn more about Open Dreams and Care International by clicking the links below: https://www.open-dreams.org/ https://www.care-international.org/what-we-do/womens-economic-empowerment...
Sep 03, 2021•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast This podcast anchored by Melton Fellows Clement Ngosong and Claris Nadini from Ashesi University is simple, insightful, and inspiring. One gets to learn more about the GoodWill Fellowship program that Clement has initiated with the aim of inspiring young people from Cameroon to be the drivers of change. He also shares some of his experiences as a change-maker and reflects on the journey he has taken so far. You just can’t miss it, enjoy. Support the project by donating here !...
Sep 03, 2021•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Building an offline professional networking platform from the ground up - A ‘Women Work Wonders’ perspective. Margaret Afolake and Melton fellow Ranjini Rao HS share their inspiration behind building Women Work Wonders, an inclusive, grassroots level offline professional networking platform, and their experience so far in implementing a pilot version in the Agbado community, Nigeria. It walks through the impact of the pandemic on the female labor force, the importance of a bottom-up approa...
Jul 03, 2021•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast From conversations about propaganda, news, and social impact through Storytelling - this engaging #RoundTable on #Impact Storytelling saw perspectives from diverse storytellers under one roof! Meet Melton Fellows Camila Huecho, Ashitha Nayak, Aamina Green, and Claudia Patino as they share their views on what makes storytelling a unique tool for progress. We were live on #WorldUnityWeek 2021 with #MeltonFellows leading the way in ' #Storytelling For #Change -- Catch the full conversat...
Jun 25, 2021•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast This podcast anchored by Ashesi University Melton Fellows Daphne Chebesi and Claris Nadini, takes one through a journey of history. It begins with revealing the history of Cameroon and how it is affecting the country now, goes ahead to explore the decisions made that has put the country in the position that it is now, reveals how all these have affected the education system in some parts of the country and finalizes with details on what Daphne is doing with Inspire for Peace to try and send a pe...
Jun 10, 2021•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the 'Global Citizenship in Practice' podcast, Melton Foundation's Executive Director Steffen Bethmann is joined by Daniel Perell, United Nations Representative at Baha'i International Community. Catch the guests discussing the many facets of Global Citizenship and its role in bringing the world together in modern times.
May 27, 2021•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast HBCUs have historical significance in America, and they continue to produce successful Black intellectuals. Listen to the history of HBCUs and how one HBCU, Dillard University, is creating a space for students of color to thrive. In this episode of the 'Global Citizenship in Practice' podcast, Melton Fellow Kennedy is joined by Dr. Roland N. Bullard, Jr.'s Dillard University's (New Orleans, LA) Vice President for Student Success. Catch the guests discussing the relevance of HBCUs...
Apr 08, 2021•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the 'Global Citizenship in Practice' podcast, Melton Fellow Harshinee is joined by the co-founders of one of India's leading mental health online forums, Mental Health Talks India. Catch the guests discussing lived experiences, dos and don'ts, and more when it comes to mental health for young people of today! We encourage listeners to employ takeaways discussed in their daily lives, and further social impact on an individual and community level. More episodes of the 'Glo...
Feb 17, 2021•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to a new episode of the 'Global Citizenship in Practice' podcast! "We have reviewed the past and present characteristics of education and leadership in Africa. In the wake of a pandemic that has rocked economies globally, this discussion between Melton Fellow Kwabena Ankrah and Patrick Awuah Jr., Founder and President of Ashesi University, Ghana, analyzes the future of Africa’s Education and Leadership and give prompts that will lead to learning and healing from our past and p...
Jan 20, 2021•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the 'Global Citizenship in Practice' podcast, Melton Fellow Lindiwe is joined by Oxfam in Ghana's Gender Justice Advisor Keita Rose-Tahiru. Catch us discussing Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the implications of Gender-Based Violence on young girls and women, some of the DO’s and Don'ts for civilians when dealing with a person who has fallen victim to Gender-Based Violence, and more. We encourage listeners to employ takeaways discussed in their daily lives, and f...
Nov 25, 2020•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to a new Spanish episode of Global Citizenship in Practice: La crisis atmosférica en Temuco, Chile, enreda causas económicas, obstáculos sociales, y consecuencias para nuestra salud que la vuelven un problema complejo de zanjar. Durante esta #Climathon, tres expertas chilenas se reúnen a discutir este desafío bajo tres aristas principales: Salud, política local, e innovación social. La polución al sur de Chile se ha vuelto crítica en los últimos años, y solo una comprensión transve...
Oct 03, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast Melton Fellows Shravani from India and Bakiye from Germany share: "Our podcast majorly surrounds the topic of a woman's life: expectation versus reality. We talk about certain expectations that are imposed upon a woman's life which are treated as roles or responsibilities that hinder their personal growth and career growth. We hope to take a call of action by promoting ways in which women are supported and respected without discrimination with respect to their choices." Hot Topics, Intercultural...
Oct 03, 2020•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast In our latest intercultural podcast, Melton Fellows Palak Agarwal from India, and Tang Yiying from China, talk about both the positive as well as negative impacts on the environment due to the COVID 19 pandemic in both China and India. They also discuss a few new and exciting ways people are tackling the pandemic while being environmentally conscious. Hot Topics, Intercultural Dialogue, Current Affairs, and friendly, thought-provoking conversation! Support the show ( http://meltonfou...
Sep 10, 2020•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our latest podcast is about mentorship and how it is important for young students today. Melton Fellows Amari and Abigail from the Dillard and Ashesi campuses have an interactive dialogue about mentorship and how it has enriched their lives and professional development. They aim to move more kids pursuing higher education to evaluate or establish healthy professional relationships to ensure success in their careers. Hot topics, intercultural dialogue, current affairs, and friendly, thought-provo...
Sep 09, 2020•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Melton Fellows Mariana Paetzolt and Lajeanne Shelton bring up a much-needed conversation about industrialization, city life, and why cities need to develop sustainability strategies. Hot Topics, Intercultural Dialogue, Current Affairs, and friendly, thought-provoking conversation! Support the show ( http://meltonfoundation.org/donate )
Sep 09, 2020•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast What is at the crux of Mental Health Care? How do we prepare and mitigate risks associated with mental distress? What is emotional well-being? How can we destigmatize 'mental illness' and encourage those who need help to proactively seek it? How easy or difficult is it to help a loved one in distress? Who better to answer these questions than a premiere organization working on Mental Health care and awareness in the metropolitan city of Bangalore, India? Joining us on this episode of 'Glob...
Aug 04, 2020•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast During the pandemic, poverty has increased across Chile and the world. Every day there is more unemployment and the situation does not look favorable for the future, there are no more incomes and life becomes complicated. How to deal with poverty and scarcity of resources? What actions can be done to contribute during this context? Join us on this episode of 'Global Citizenship in Practice' to delve into this topic with Héctor Mellado from the Innovapaís Foundation!
Aug 02, 2020•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Melton fellows Arun and Friederike from India and Germany, host our latest intercultural podcast, where they talk about the different news consumption styles and how news was presented globally during the Covid-19 pandemic. Listen on for some insights about CoronaVirus tracking apps and lastly, some good news from India and Germany! :) Hot Topics, Intercultural Dialogue, Current Affairs, and friendly, thought-provoking conversation! Support the show ( http://meltonfoundation.org/donate...
Aug 01, 2020•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected our primary and secondary education? Tune in to this interactive and interesting podcast by Melton Fellows Trish from Ghana, and Constanza from Chile, as they discuss the impact of the pandemic, and the steps that have been taken as improvisation by their respective countries. Hot Topics, Intercultural Dialogue, Current Affairs, and friendly, thought-provoking conversation! Support the show ( http://meltonfoundation.org/donate )...
Jul 28, 2020•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our recent podcast with Melton Fellows Kennedy Musgrave from the USA, and Tobias Woode from Ghana, "A Ruptured Cultural Identity: How Africans and African Americans Struggle To See Eye-to-Eye", discusses the cultural divide between our two cultures. Through discussing how the different forms of racism have affected institutions such as the Justice System, the Education System, and Religion, we understand that the similarities in our cultures and their roots may overshadow the...
Jul 04, 2020•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our latest podcast talks about ' Cultures and traditions that slow the growth and development of African societies - a Two-country perspective '. Melton Fellows Claris and Clara bring you a podcast pertaining to the cultures and traditions that slow general progress and development in Kenya and Zimbabwe. The aim is to highlight how certain practices can hinder a community's progress if left unchecked. Hot Topics, Intercultural Dialogue, Current Affairs, and friendly, thought-provokin...
Jul 04, 2020•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast In our recent Intercultural Peer Mentoring Podcast, we have Anirudh Bathija from India, and his mentor May Garces, from Chile, sharing their perspectives about Global citizenship and what it means in terms of incremental progress, understanding what it's like to remove yourself from your cultural identity to be a global citizen, May speaks about what it means to her to be a mentor, the Sustainable Development Goals they are each passionate about, a small game of 'this or that', and more! Listen ...
Jul 04, 2020•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Intercultural Peer Mentoring Podcast, we have Zhang Dou Dou from China, and her mentor Ashley Wilson, from the USA, sharing their perspectives about their biggest shared interest - communications, social impact, and the interconnected nature of storytelling and mass media. There's also a fun game, some lively banter, and a genuine mentor-mentee relationship for us to peek into! :) Listen on for fun advice, enjoy a budding intercultural friendship, and keep coming back for ...
May 24, 2020•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast In our first Intercultural Peer Mentoring Podcast, we have Lindiwe Mutungamiri from Zimbabwe, and her mentor Victor Valenzuela, from Chile, sharing their perspectives about their biggest shared interest - entrepreneurship, social impact, and Victor advises Lindiwe on navigating the world as Global Citizens in their own right. Lindiwe also asks her mentor a pertinent question - 'What would you tell your 21-year-old self? ' :) Listen on for fun advice, enjoy a budding intercultural fri...
May 24, 2020•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast What is Design Thinking, really? You may have heard the term, you also may have used the methodology, but have you ever wondered what 'Design Thinking' really is? How does it improve lives - in schools and professional environments and homes alike? Join us as we 'Demystify Design Thinking' with Mana Taheri, an accomplished Design Thinking educator, and coach from the world-renown HPI School of Design Thinking, in this podcast! :) Happy Listening!
May 02, 2020•14 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Melton Fellows Sangeetha and Yunmei from India and China bring you a podcast around technological innovations for differently-abled citizens in India, biodiversity preservation in China, and more! Hot Topics, Intercultural Dialogue, Current Affairs, and friendly, thought-provoking conversation! Support the show (http://meltonfoundation.org/donate)
Apr 25, 2020•6 min•Transcript available on Metacast Melton Fellows Hannah, Dou Dou and Harshinee from Germany, China, and India, bring you a podcast around the Extinction Rebellion initiative across Europe, ban on single-use plastic in India and it's implications and more insight on building a sustainable tomorrow! Hot Topics, Intercultural Dialogue, Current Affairs, and friendly, thought-provoking conversation! Support the show (http://meltonfoundation.org/donate)
Apr 25, 2020•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Melton Fellows Daphne and Paula bring you a podcast around civil unrest, protests, and citizen uprising in Chile and countries in the African subcontinent, including exclusive insight into the happenings at Cameroon and Temuco! Hot Topics, Intercultural Dialogue, Current Affairs, and friendly, thought-provoking conversation! Support the show ( http://meltonfoundation.org/donate )...
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