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. What’s happening with extending SkyTrain to UBC?

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    What’s happening with extending SkyTrain to UBC?

    In this episode, UBC's Associate Vice-President, Campus and Community Planning, Michael White, joins Carol and Jeevan to break down the SkyTrain to UBC project—the planned Millennium Line extension to UBC. Michael explains why the Broadway Subway Project is insufficient, how the Arbutus station will already be over capacity on day one, and why completing the line to UBC is the only real solution. He outlines the project's sweeping benefits: thousands of new housing units, major greenhouse gas reductions, and billions in economic opportunity. He also shares what it takes to align governments, nations, and communities around a shared vision—and why your voice matters. Links for this episode TranscriptSkyTrain to UBC websiteLearn more about the UBCx planAbout Michael WhiteMario Canseco: Three in four Metro Vancouverites want SkyTrain extended to UBC, poll findsOpinion: UBC SkyTrain must be Metro Vancouver's next public transit priorityContact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardPodium Podcast Company (00:00) - Introduction (01:39) - Meet Michael White (02:02) - What is UBCx, why is it needed, and it’s potential benefits (06:50) - Current project status & stakeholder groups (11:12) - The economic case for UBCx (12:33) - Addressing concerns (14:28) - The importance of effective up-front engagement (16:39) - Making planning personal (18:14) - What urban planners really do (19:40) - Work-life sustainability (20:44) - A listener call-to-action (22:05) - Conclusion

    23 phút
  2. Is innovation too masculine? Uncovering the hidden gender gap

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    Is innovation too masculine? Uncovering the hidden gender gap

    What if the innovation economy has always had a gender problem—and we just couldn't see it? Despite a wave of visibility for women entrepreneurs, the numbers are stark: 90% of inventors in Canada are male, and women-led ventures receive less than 5% of available funding. In this episode, UBC Sauder School of Business assistant professor Angèle Beausoleil (PhD'17)—a researcher, serial entrepreneur, and self-described "pracademic"—unpacks why innovation culture skews masculine, what groupthink costs organizations that ignore it, and why the traits society calls "feminine" might actually be the entrepreneurial superpowers we've been undervaluing all along. Links for this episode TranscriptContact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardPodium Podcast CompanyContact Dr. Angele BeausoleilLearn more about Dr. Beausoleil's researchJeevan & Carol’s Fave Canadian Businesses | Blume Skincare | Dexy Paws | Stranger Tails (00:00) - Introduction (01:56) - Meet Dr. Angele Beausoleil (04:24) - Is innovation “too masculine” & what does that mean? (06:51) - The numbers: inventors, founders, and venture funding (07:49) - The history: the “heroic innovator” and gendered norms (12:56) - The risk of ignoring bias (15:41) - Examples of women-led innovation (19:08) - How to begin to create change in innovation (21:44) - The Innovation Self-Assessment Study (26:48) - What needs to change (education, language, policies) (29:09) - Conclusion

    30 phút

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    Where the wild things matter

    What does it take to protect some of Canada's most iconic—and at risk—animals? In this episode, Carol and Jeevan sit down with Mateen Hessami (MSc’22), wildlife biologist and UBC Okanagan master's graduate, to find out. From collaring moose out of helicopters to rediscovering a caribou herd believed to be extinct since 2014, Mateen's work is as thrilling as it is meaningful. He breaks down why caribou are disappearing, why hunters might be conservation's greatest allies, and why the most important voice in wildlife management often belongs to the communities who've lived on the land for generations. Whether you're a nature lover or someone who's never left the city, this conversation will change the way you think about the wild world around you. Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardFrom Here Forward is on LinkedInPodium Podcast CompanyMateen HessamiUBC Okanagan Backcountry Hunters & Anglers ClubThe Indigenous Guardians Program (00:00) - Introduction (01:33) - Meet Mateen Hessami (04:46) - What does a community-based wildlife ecologist do day-to-day? (05:53) - Why hunting matters for conservation (09:27) - Moose vs. caribou (15:02) - Career highlights (16:58) - Why centering Indigenous knowledge changes wildlife work (20:30) - Building trust with communities vs. extractive science (22:52) - What impact do you hope your work has moving forward? (24:42) - What listeners should consider (26:41) - Are you more like a caribou or a moose? (28:07) - Conclusion

    30 phút

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    The secret lives of orcas

    In this Valentine’s Day-themed episode, From Here Forward goes beyond conventional ideas of romance to explore love, cooperation, and connection in the marine world. Hosts Carol Eugene Park and Jeevan Sangha are joined by UBC professor Dr. Andrew Trites, Director of the Marine Mammal Research Unit, to discuss groundbreaking research revealing a surprisingly collaborative relationship between orcas and dolphins. From dolphin “scouts” and killer whale teamwork to physical touch as a love language, this episode reimagines companionship through the eyes—and sonar—of our marine mammal cousins.   🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Contact CarolContact JeevanFrom Here ForwardFrom Here Forward is on LinkedInThe Truth About Love - From Here Forward's Valentine's 2025 EpisodePodium Podcast CompanyDr. Andrew TritesMarine Mammal Research UnitOrca and Dolphin Cooperative Foraging ResearchUBC Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries (00:00) - Introduction (01:44) - Meet Dr. Andrew Trites (03:13) - Romantic Facts From the Marine World (03:51) - The Orca–Dolphin Foraging Study and How It Began (06:38) - Discovering Cooperation Underwater (10:07) - What the Data Revealed About Communication and Teamwork (12:28) - The Team Behind the Research Project (15:48) - Watching the Footage and Seeing Through a Whale’s Eyes (19:27) - Physical Touch, Bonding, and Social Life in Orcas (20:42) - Andrew Trites’ Journey into Marine Science (22:55) - Climate Anxiety, Optimism, and Ocean Ambassadors (24:31) - Lessons on Communication, Perspective, and Love (25:40) - Conclusion

    27 phút

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    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 ForwardFrom Here Forward is on LinkedInPodium 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 phút

  6. 01/12/2025

    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 ForwardFrom Here Forward is on LinkedInalumni 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 phút

  7. 20/11/2025

    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 ForwardFrom Here Forward is on LinkedInPodium Podcast CompanyUBC Men’s Health Research ProgramDr. John OliffeHeads Up GuysNext Gen Men

    30 phút

  8. 23/10/2025

    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 ForwardFrom Here Forward is on LinkedInPodium 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 phút
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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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    alumni UBC
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    2014 - 2026
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    ©2026 Alumni UBC
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