Creators at the World's Edge

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Creators at the World's Edge

We are back with Season 2 of Creators at the World's Edge! Our host, Mimi Sheriff talks to innovators, dreamers, and creators who are defying the odds in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean. Together, they are building a thriving tech ecosystem poised to be as vibrant as any on the global stage. At the same time, they are offering a glimpse into Newfoundland and Labrador’s bright future. Watch highlights of the interviews on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel.

  1. Fresh Eyes on Parkinson's Care | Bronwyn Bridges of PragmaClin

    4 DAYS AGO

    Fresh Eyes on Parkinson's Care | Bronwyn Bridges of PragmaClin

    Meet Bronwyn Bridges, the PhD student who's shaking up Parkinson's care. When her research hit a wall, she teamed up with Gord Genge, who lives with Parkinson's, to tackle a bigger problem: four-year wait times for care. Now as CEO and Co-Founder of PragmaClin she's transforming old-school Parkinson's assessments into data-driven decisions that work for both doctors and patients. Tune in now to hear Bronwyn's full story - available wherever you get your podcasts. Watch highlights of the interview on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel.

    29 min
  2. iPhone or Stethoscope? | Mark Opauszky of Sparrow Bioacoustics

    DEC 10

    iPhone or Stethoscope? | Mark Opauszky of Sparrow Bioacoustics

    Meet Mark Opauszky, CEO of Sparrow BioAcoustics, who is leading the charge to revolutionize heart health screening. While Sparrow was founded by a group of innovators with a passion for sound and AI, Mark joined to help scale their vision and take the company to the next level. Through their technology that transforms smartphones into Health Canada and FDA-cleared stethoscopes, they're tackling a startling reality: one in ten people have an undiagnosed heart condition. Their mission? To make early detection as simple as reaching for your phone. Watch highlights of the interview on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel.

    32 min
  3. Finding New Power | Dulanjalee Iluksooriya of Solace Power

    DEC 3

    Finding New Power | Dulanjalee Iluksooriya of Solace Power

    Meet Dulanjalee Iluksooriya (Dula) , who turned her international journey into a fresh take on tech marketing. As the Marketing Manager at Solace Power, she's bringing her rich background in diplomacy, journalism, and international relations to Newfoundland and Labrador's growing tech scene. From building bridges across cultures to energizing tech communications, she's proving that sometimes the best innovation comes from unexpected paths.   Watch highlights of the interview on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel.

    18 min
  4. Engineer to Impact Innovator | Ayon Shahed of Branch Innovations

    NOV 26

    Engineer to Impact Innovator | Ayon Shahed of Branch Innovations

    Meet Ayon Shahed, whose journey from engineer to healthcare innovator started with a camping trip and a leap of faith to Newfoundland and Labrador. Now leading Branch Innovations at Seafair Capital, he's working to fix those tricky yet critical gaps between hospital and home care. His team's Discharge Hub helps patients get home sooner, while his approach to innovation puts people — in all their complexity — first.   Watch highlights of the interview on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel. ______________________________________________________________________________

    27 min
  5. Finding Her Space | Meagan Kay-Fowlow of the Co-Innovation Center

    NOV 19

    Finding Her Space | Meagan Kay-Fowlow of the Co-Innovation Center

    Meet Meagan Kay-Fowlow, whose unexpected return to Newfoundland and Labrador helped spark a tech transformation. As President of the Co-Innovation Center (COIC), she's transforming a former building supply store into the province's innovation gateway—a dynamic space where sectors collide, and breakthrough ideas come to life. Watch highlights of the interview on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel.

    24 min
  6. Innovation Meets Traditional Knowledge | Rex Holwell of SmartICE

    NOV 12

    Innovation Meets Traditional Knowledge | Rex Holwell of SmartICE

    Meet Rex Holwell, who's bridging traditional knowledge with modern tech to keep northern communities safe. As Manager of Operations at SmartICE, he's empowering Inuit communities to monitor rapidly changing sea ice conditions with remote sensors. With a "community-first" approach, SmartICE has become a vital tool for communities navigating climate change, supporting hunting, transportation, and cultural preservation across 30+ northern communities.   Watch highlights of the interview on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel.

    29 min
  7. Rewriting the Rules of Legal Tech | Scott Stevenson of Spellbook

    NOV 5

    Rewriting the Rules of Legal Tech | Scott Stevenson of Spellbook

    Meet Scott Stevenson, who's overruling the status quo of expensive legal services through AI. As co-founder and CEO of Spellbook, he's created an AI-powered co-pilot that's putting affordable legal help in order. With his "woodworker's mindset" – embracing the chaos of innovation rather than seeking perfection – Spellbook is revolutionizing document drafting and has already won over 2,000 law firms in just 18 months.   Watch highlights of the interview on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel.

    23 min
  8. Creativity Meets Engineering | Taejha Young of Carnegie Learning

    OCT 29

    Creativity Meets Engineering | Taejha Young of Carnegie Learning

    Taejha Young, a mechanical engineer turned tech project manager, believes that every problem has a solution. In this episode, Taejha shares her journey from engineering to tech, the joy of creative problem-solving, and her belief in empowering people. She’s big on community, too—helping immigrants, teaching coding boot camps, and supporting seniors with tech. Oh, and she’s also launching a home bakery! Taejha’s story is all about making an impact in every space she’s in.   Watch highlights of Taejha’s interview on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel.

    21 min
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We are back with Season 2 of Creators at the World's Edge! Our host, Mimi Sheriff talks to innovators, dreamers, and creators who are defying the odds in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean. Together, they are building a thriving tech ecosystem poised to be as vibrant as any on the global stage. At the same time, they are offering a glimpse into Newfoundland and Labrador’s bright future. Watch highlights of the interviews on our Creators at the World’s Edge YouTube channel.

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