From Here Forward

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From Here Forward shares stories and ideas about amazing things UBC and its alumni are doing around the world. It covers people and places, truths, science, art, and accomplishments with the view that sharing better inspires better. Join hosts Carol Eugene Park and Jeevan Sangha, both UBC grads, in exploring solutions for the negative stuff out there — focussing on the good for a change, from here forward.

  1. 5D AGO

    From migrant justice to The Amazing Race Canada

    In this episode, hosts Carol and Jeevan sit down with Jonathon Braun (JD’15), Allard Law alum, Legal Director of the Migrant Workers Centre, and winner of Season 11 of The Amazing Race Canada. Jonathon shares the realities facing migrant workers in Canada today—from closed work permits and systemic vulnerability to the human cost of shifting immigration policy—and challenges the myths that continue to fuel anti-immigrant sentiment. Later, Jonathon pulls back the curtain on his The Amazing Race Canada experience. He shares how the pressure, strategy, and surprising authenticity of reality TV, as well as his lifelong love of games, performance, and community, helped carry him through both law school and the race itself. 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardPodium Podcast CompanyJonathon BraunThe Migrant Workers CentreAmazing Race CanadaThe Greatest Survivor Scene (00:00) - Welcome and Intro (02:34) - From UBC Law to Migrant Justice (07:56) - The Reality Facing Migrant Workers (13:54) - Correcting Misconceptions (15:30) - Winning Amazing Race Canada (17:36) - The Fun & Games That Make a Better Lawyer (20:48) - What the Amazing Race Is Really Like (24:35) - Community, Purpose, and Why This Work Matters (26:34) - How Survivor Prepped Jonathon for the Amazing Race (28:28) - Reflections and Wrap-Up

    31 min

  2. 12/01/2025

    20 years of UBC Okanagan

    In our final episode of 2025, hosts Carol Eugene Park and Jeevan Sangha connect with Dr. Lesley Cormack, Principal and Deputy Vice-Chancellor of UBC's Okanagan campus, for a conversation about UBC Okanagan’s 20th anniversary. They discuss the extraordinary growth the campus has seen over the past two decades, and talk about the important connections that have been made between the institution and the region it calls home. Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here Forwardalumni UBCUBC OkanaganDr. Lesley CormackPodium Podcast Company (00:00) - Introduction (02:32) - Reflections on five years at UBCO (04:11) - Research highlights (06:16) - How the geography shapes campus life (08:15) - Key milestones in UBCO’s 20-year history (10:48) - Growing pains of a rapidly expanding campus (11:55) - UBCO’s Future goals (13:29) - Where to decompress on campus (14:01) - UBCO through the five senses (18:40) - The Unique Joy of a Small Campus (20:03) - Outro

    22 min

  3. 11/20/2025

    What helps men ask for help

    Note: This episode includes discussion of suicide statistics. Men’s mental health is getting more attention these days—yet many still struggle to ask for help. Why? For Movember, hosts Carol and Jeevan dive into this issue with Dr. John Oliffe. This UBC professor and founder of the Men’s Health Research program shares insights into the moments that hit men the hardest, why so many avoid seeking support, and what can truly help men open up.  If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide and in Canada, call or text the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline. If you’re at immediate risk, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department. Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardPodium Podcast CompanyUBC Men’s Health Research ProgramDr. John OliffeHeads Up GuysNext Gen Men

    30 min

  4. 10/23/2025

    Where does journalism go from here?

    In this episode of From Here Forward, hosts Carol and Jeevan sit down with award-winning journalist, author, and UBC School of Journalism, Writing, and Media Director Kamal Al-Solaylee to examine the state of modern media. From the role of journalism in democracy, to AI, citizen reporting, and the rise of disinformation, Kamal offers candid insights into how the industry is changing—and how journalism schools are preparing the next generation. They also explore the tension between free press and financial pressures, diversity in newsrooms, and why media literacy matters more than ever in a world of information overload. Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardPodium Podcast CompanyUBC School of Journalism, Writing and Media (JWAM)Kamal Al-SolayleeIntolerable: A Memoir of ExtremesBrown: What Being Brown in the World Today Means (to Everyone)Return: Why We Go Back to Where We Came FromThe Guardian (00:00) - Intro (00:53) - Who is Kamal Al-Solaylee? (01:17) - Media’s Role in a Healthy Democracy (02:41) - What Is a Free Press Today? (06:40) - When a Free Press Is Compromised (08:11) - Citizen Journalism & Labels (13:29) - Rebuilding Trust & Newsroom Diversity (16:41) - Training Journalists, Careers & the Gig Economy (20:16) - Propaganda vs. Disinformation & Media Literacy (27:31) - Most-Trusted Newspaper (29:10) - Host Reflections (30:31) - Closing & Credits

    31 min
  5. Return to campus

    09/08/2025

    Return to campus

    In this special UBC Homecoming episode of From Here Forward, hosts Carol and Jeevan return to the Vancouver campus to visit some of their favourite spots and reflect on how the campus has evolved since they graduated. Along the way, they stop by the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the “Building Magic” party at Homecoming on September 20. They also talk with Matthew Roddis and Joanne Proft (MA[Planning]'97, MLArch'00) from UBC Campus & Community Planning to explore the transformation of campus life and the bold ideas shaping its future through Campus Vision 2050. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Contact CarolContact JeevanPodium Podcast CompanyUBC HOMECOMING Learn more about UBC HomecomingInteractive map: How much has UBC Vancouver changed in the past decade?CAMPUS RESOURCES Robert H. Lee Alumni CentreUBC Campus & Community PlanningCampus Vision 2050 (00:00) - Intro: September, Homecoming, and Thunderbird Memories (01:48) - Nostalgia Hits at the AMS Nest & Blue Chip Café (03:04) - Visiting the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre (03:56) - Playing with the Interactive Alumni Wall (05:30) - Chatting with Alumni (06:49) - Off to the Rose Garden: A Favorite Alumni Spot (09:39) - Intro to Campus & Community Planning Segment (10:34) - What Campus & Community Planning Actually Does (12:25) - UBC Planning Wins: Main Mall, Housing, & Sustainability (14:35) - The Alumni Centre as a Landmark and Beacon (16:47) - Campus Vision 2050: Personal Favorites from the Pillars (21:18) - What Makes UBC Planning Unique (23:18) - Timelines: From Planning to Completion (25:26) - What Reaction Do Planners Hope Alumni Will Have? (27:47) - Outro

    29 min

  6. 08/08/2025

    Would you recycle for a chance at $1,000?

    We all know we should be returning our bottles, cans, and drink containers to a recycling depot. For many people, however, a 10-cent return just isn’t enough to motivate action. But what if you had a random chance at a much higher payout? In this episode, Carol and Jeevan talk to Dr. Jiaying Zhao, associate professor in the UBC Department of Psychology and the Institute for Resources, Environment, and Sustainability, and Jade Radke, a PhD student in UBC’s Behavioral Sustainability Lab about an innovative solution that uses psychology and gamification to encourage recycling. LINKS Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardPodium Podcast CompanyADDITIONAL LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Professor Jiaying Zhao (JZ)Jade RadkeReturn-It BC ProgramProspect Theory (Kahneman & Tversky)

    26 min

  7. 07/11/2025

    Here’s a stirring solution to drink spiking

    With drink spiking an ever-pervasive concern, how can we make nightlife safer for everyone? Thanks to UBC researchers, there’s now a stir stick that anyone can use to detect drugs like GHB and ketamine in their drinks. In this episode, Carol and Jeevan hear all about this innovative new tool — Spikeless — from Dr. Johan Foster, UBC Chemical and Biological Engineering Associate Professor, and Sasha Santos, an educator with UBC’s Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office. Listen to this comprehensive discussion to learn more about bridging the gap between scientific solutions and everyday practicalities, the need to avoid placing responsibilities on the vulnerable, and their hopes that all beverage-serving venues will join the effort. LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardDr. Johan Foster Learn more about Spikeless

    25 min

  8. 06/09/2025

    The invisible force behind your favourite movies and shows

    What do a Star Wars “making of” documentary, a UBC Film Society membership, and late nights at the Norm Theatre have in common? For UBC alum Greg Ng (BA’05), they sparked a passion for film editing that’s turned into a fascinating career — one that’s enabled him to work on some of the biggest Hollywood horror films of recent years. In this episode, Carol and Jeevan sit down with the award-winning film editor to trace his journey into the industry. From his work on chilling features like Longlegs and The Monkey to his shaping of compelling documentaries (The Grizzlie Truth, Saints and Warriors) and acclaimed TV series (Allegiance, Bones of Crows), Greg shares insights on storytelling through editing — and why the editor’s role is one of the most powerful, yet invisible, in any production. LINKS Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardGUEST & WORK Greg NgThe MonkeyLonglegsUBC Film Production Program (00:00) - Introduction (01:42) - – What Is Film Editing? (03:18) - – Early Inspirations and Star Wars Influence (05:29) - – How Greg’s Portfolio Expanded (07:26) - – How Genre Affects the Editing Process (09:32) - – Awards, Recognition, and Teamwork in Editing (11:46) - – Creative Freedom and the Editor’s Role (14:59) - – Learning the Value of Collaboration (17:16) - – How “The Monkey” and “Long Legs” Came to Be (20:54) - – Editing Horror and Understanding Audience Reaction (22:03) - – Advice for Emerging Editors and Creatives (24:44) - – The Surprising Relationship Between Editing and Waffles (26:52) - – Reflections on UBC and Career Beginnings (27:14) - – Conclusion

    29 min
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From Here Forward shares stories and ideas about amazing things UBC and its alumni are doing around the world. It covers people and places, truths, science, art, and accomplishments with the view that sharing better inspires better. Join hosts Carol Eugene Park and Jeevan Sangha, both UBC grads, in exploring solutions for the negative stuff out there — focussing on the good for a change, from here forward.

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    2014 - 2026
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