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What if we spent more time thinking about solutions rather than problems? Are you looking for more positive news? World Changing Ideas travels around the globe to find the leaders, experts and activists who are dreaming big and working to change the world for the better. With a focus on the environment, social justice and innovation, these are stories that will get you thinking. World-changing ideas come in all shapes and sizes. Join the conversation with solutions journalist and filmmaker Amelia Hemphill. 

World Changing Ideas Fast Company

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    • 4.7 • 23 Ratings

What if we spent more time thinking about solutions rather than problems? Are you looking for more positive news? World Changing Ideas travels around the globe to find the leaders, experts and activists who are dreaming big and working to change the world for the better. With a focus on the environment, social justice and innovation, these are stories that will get you thinking. World-changing ideas come in all shapes and sizes. Join the conversation with solutions journalist and filmmaker Amelia Hemphill. 

    What are long-shot presidential candidates talking about on podcasts?

    What are long-shot presidential candidates talking about on podcasts?

    The presidential race is already heating up, and aside from the usual fanfare around frontrunners like Trump and Biden, there are long-shot candidates creating space for themselves on . . . podcasts, of all places. Yaz chatted with ‘Fast Company’ contributing writer Clint Rainey to hear about his journey listening to some of these long-shot candidates on quite an array of podcasts.
    Harry’s Razors is arguably one of the first companies to pioneer the direct-to-consumer model. This year, the company is celebrating 10 years. Yaz sat down with Jeff Raider, cofounder and co-CEO, to hear his thoughts on how the industry has evolved since Harry’s first started.

    • 30 min
    Flashback: Beyond Meat is aiming for perfection

    Flashback: Beyond Meat is aiming for perfection

    Back in 2021, Talib sat down with Beyond Meat Founder and CEO Ethan Brown to discuss the company's newest burger and how plant-based meat compares to animal-based meat.

    • 26 min
    Presenting: The new season of 'Most Innovative Companies'

    Presenting: The new season of 'Most Innovative Companies'

    Is AI coming for our jobs?? ‘Fast Company’ senior staff editor Max Ufberg explains that it is . . . but that it’s not all bad news.
    And Yaz chatted with Loom CEO Joe Thomas—Loom is essentially TikTok for business, which sounds crazier than it is—about how video conferencing is here to stay.
    Also, a special thanks to Marfa Public Radio for helping us out with some recording on this episode! 

    • 27 min
    FROM PFIZER AND FASTCO WORKS: The future of marketing medicine

    FROM PFIZER AND FASTCO WORKS: The future of marketing medicine

    Bringing trusted science into consumer hands has never been more important. Establishing credibility, sending the right message, and offering relevant information all hinge on a marketing strategy that delivers superior insights, reaches the right audience wherever they are, and makes an impact. As Pfizer's first CMO, Drew Panayiotou leads the company's efforts to modernize its marketing through unparalleled analytics, strategic integrations, and innovative go-to-market models.
    In this custom episode of Most Innovative Companies, Fast Company has partnered with Pfizer to offer a
    behind-the-scenes look at Drew's vision, approach, and strategy for the future of marketing medicine
    - and the future of the company as a modern marketing organization.

    • 15 min
    Flashback: Rescuing food, feeding the hungry and saving the environment

    Flashback: Rescuing food, feeding the hungry and saving the environment

    Talib chatted with 412 Food Rescue Founder Leah Lizarondo about addressing climate change and preventing hunger.

    • 28 min
    Flashback: The pregnancy test that won't cause more pollution

    Flashback: The pregnancy test that won't cause more pollution

    Throwback to when we chatted with LIA co-founders Bethany Edwards and Anna Couturier. Lia is the first biodegradable, flushable, and zero-waste pregnancy test.

    • 27 min

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4.7 out of 5
23 Ratings

23 Ratings

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A game changer

World Changing Ideas has quickly become a favorite in my feed! I appreciate the variety of episodes, the super practical takeaways, and the sincere humility of the Fast Company team to give all this amazing knowledge to the listeners for free. Thanks for the crucial content, Talib!

Abaz87 ,

Fresh addition.

I was an avid listener of this show in its previous format last year and I am rediscovering its new incarnation. Very relevant, informative, and well put together with top notch editing. This one is a winner!

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