Didn’t actively seek a career in airlines—joined via a management trainee program in Hong Kong.
Early leadership roots in the British Army, learning the importance of systems, codes, and communication.
Didn’t actively seek a career in airlines—joined via a management trainee program in Hong Kong.
Early leadership roots in the British Army, learning the importance of systems, codes, and communication.
Early inspiration from his uncle and exposure to Jiddu Krishnamurti’s philosophy in Manchester, England
Running youth groups with his wife in Montreal and a leadership role during the United Church of Canada’s 50th anniversary
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.
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.