Changemaker Q&A

When life shifts into overdrive, many of us brace for burnout. But for changemaker and entrepreneur Tiyana J, a recent six-week whirlwind of full-time work, program launches, and leadership responsibilities didn’t end in collapse — it ended with energy to spare. The latest episode of Changemaker Q&A explores how she navigated that period, and offers […]

What would it look like to rebuild society from scratch — guided not by profit or politics, but by respect, empathy, and gratitude? That’s the question at the heart of The Philosophy, a provocative new book by Melbourne-based author Alex Kain, who joined me on this week’s Changemaker Q&A podcast to explore what he calls

In a world defined by rapid disruption—from climate crises to social inequality—the old models of “progress” are showing their cracks. In this week’s Changemaker Q&A, host and social impact researcher Tiyana J explores why it’s time to move beyond linear models of change—and how a nonlinear approach could help us tackle complex, interconnected challenges more

In a world marked by uncertainty, rapid technological disruption, and shifting social expectations, the question of what makes a great leader has never been more urgent. In the latest episode of Changemaker Q&A, leadership strategist and author Dave Chauhan joined me to explore his distinctive framework for navigating the uncharted waters of leadership — what

In the latest episode of Changemaker Q&A, the conversation turns inward: do we have a problem with our moral imagination? It’s a timely question, given the turbulence of our era. From climate collapse to political polarization, the way we imagine—and fail to imagine—the future shapes the choices we make today. The Three Stories of Our

When we talk about building stronger, more resilient communities, the spotlight often falls on governments, nonprofits, or big corporations with the resources to scale. But as entrepreneur and thought leader Janae Wright reminds us, it’s often the small businesses—the barbershops, cafes, and local service providers—that act as the glue holding communities together. Wright, the founder

In the world of social impact, terms often overlap, blur, or are used interchangeably. One example is the common confusion between “change theory” and “theory of change.” While the two sound nearly identical, they play very different roles in guiding how changemakers design, implement, and evaluate their work. This week’s episode of Changemaker Q&A, produced

What if peace wasn’t an abstract ideal, but something we could cultivate through the very act of caring? For Jeff Hardy, founder of the nonprofit Care for Peace, this insight has shaped decades of work in healthcare planning, community development, and peacebuilding. Hardy’s journey began as a U.S. Navy hospital corpsman during the Vietnam War,

When it comes to driving meaningful change—whether inside large organizations, grassroots movements, or international development projects—having a clear, collective vision is often the missing piece. In the latest episode of Changemaker Q&A, I unpack a framework I developed through my PhD research that helps leaders and communities build stronger, more inclusive visions for the future.

In an age where information is more accessible than ever before, the challenge is no longer finding knowledge—it is discerning truth. This week on Changemaker Q and A, investigative author Michael reflected on his lifelong journey of questioning mainstream narratives, from the Vietnam War to today’s debates over climate, health, and freedom of speech. For