Lisa Lipkin introduces the episode with personal anecdotes about secrets—both lighthearted and heavy—and highlights the burden of keeping one’s identity secret in Orthodox communities.
Miryam Kabakov explains the emotional and physiological toll of concealing an LGBTQ+ identity and how Eshel serves as a lifeline for those unable to speak their truth openly.
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Frank Wouters shares his journey from working with wind pumps in Africa to becoming deeply involved in renewable energy.
He explains how his focus shifted toward cleaning up energy “molecules” (fossil fuels) using green hydrogen.
Lisa Lipkin shares a personal story about being reactive on the pickleball court.
Discussion on habitual patterns and the desire to “re-wire” these instincts.
Grew up as a second-generation immigrant in Canada, embracing resilience and hard work.
Inspired by her grandmother’s illness to pursue medicine and maintain patient-centered care.
Observations on masculine vs. feminine energy in innovation
Discovering that real reinvention comes from self-discovery rather than running away from the past
Broadcast journalism taught the power of stories over raw data.
Translating facts into engaging narratives.
The profound impact of witnessing the 2008 economic crisis as an economics student.
Observing the failures of traditional economic models to explain real-world crises.
JC Gaillard shares his early realization at Rabobank in 2000 that cybersecurity is less about technology and more about “how and by whom” security is executed.
Transformation is often blocked by governance and leadership challenges, not technical limitations.
Sheltered upbringing and eye-opening experiences at age 18
Volunteering in a fishing community in South Mumbai
