In this episode of Cultivating Change, we speak with Arrut Navaraj, the visionary behind the Thai Organic Consumer Association (TOCA) and third-generation owner of Sampran Riverside, a renowned eco-cultural destination in Thailand. Arrut shares his unexpected journey from running a family hotel business to building a movement for organic agriculture and local food systems.

Our conversation begins with Arrut’s story and how his personal interest in holistic health led him to reimagine the role of food in tourism. What started as an initiative to serve organic produce at his hotel evolved into a mission to partner with farmers, universities and businesses to shorten the food value chain, ensuring that smallholder farmers could directly connect with restaurants, hotels, and consumers.

Through TOCA and the Sampran Model, Arrut has worked with over 130 farming families, developed an organic farmers’ market in 2010, Sookjai which still runs today. He also introduced the Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) to communities in Thailand. He explains why trust, transparency, and collaboration are at the core of the PGS system and how they’re critical in scaling sustainable food networks.

Beyond organic farming, Arrut is now looking into food waste solutions, working with hotels to convert food scraps into compost and reintegrate them into farming systems. His vision? A circular economy where waste becomes a resource and businesses, farmers, and consumers work together for a healthier, more sustainable food system.

This is an interesting listen for food activists, restaurateurs, sustainability advocates, and anyone curious about transforming food systems through partnership and innovation.

Special thanks to Arrut Navaraj for sharing his vision and work on building Thailand’s organic movement.

Creator and host: Nova Nelson
Producer, presenter and researcher: Tamanna Patel
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Cultivating Change with Arrut Navaraj Thai Organic Consumers Association (TOCA)

In this episode of FEO on the Air-Festivals Helping Festivals SOS (Share Our Stories)- hosted by Marnie Lapierre, we are joined by Tracy Van Kalsbeek from Kitchener Waterloo Oktoberfest.

Kitchener Waterloo Oktoberfest is entering it's 57th year of operation and over the years, many changes have been made to keep the festival relevant and to cater to changing demographics. Strategic partnerships are key in making Oktoberfest financially viable and to include all outlying municipalities and other festival partners in the process.

Today, Tracy shares some of the strategies that she and her team at K-W Oktoberfest have implemented to achieve their goals.

Here is their official website:

https://www.oktoberfest.ca/



Episode 75 - FEO on the Air Festivals Helping Festivals SOS with K-W Oktoberfest

Welcome to the Decolonising Global Health Podcast by the Irish Global Health Network (IGHN) and the IGHN Partnership Programme.In this episode, we chat with Christian Acemah about his work in Global Health Partnerships and his perspective on Decolonisation and Equity in Partnerships.
Christian Acemah serves as Executive Director (also referred to as Executive Secretary) of the Uganda National Academy of Sciences (UNAS). Previously, Christian was Director for Strategy and Program Development for the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) Africa program. 


Christian also recently contributed to the IGHN Partnerships Programme Equity in Action Blog, you can read his blog post here ⁠⁠⁠https://globalhealth.ie/equity-action-transactional/⁠⁠⁠
He also delivered the Keynote Speech at the 8th ESTHER Ireland Partnerships Forum. You can find his talk here ⁠https://www.esther.ie/8th-esther-ireland-partnerships-forum/ ⁠
This podcast is hosted by Caragh Munn, IGHN Partnerships Programme Coordinator. Produced and edited by Maisie Jones, Network and Communications Programme Lead, Irish Global Health Network. Find all episodes at ⁠https://globalhealth.ie/events/podcast-decolonising-gh/⁠


If you enjoyed this podcast, listen to our podcast series "Better Health, for a Better World" here ⁠⁠⁠https://globalhealth.ie/events/podcast-series-2023-better-health-better-world/⁠

Episode 2 - Decolonising Global Health Partnerships

Sustainability professionals often state that collaboration is the secret sauce to unlocking change and impact at scale, but how can businesses avoid common partnership pitfalls - for collaborative projects both internally and externally?

edie’s content editor Sarah George, editor Matt Mace and reporter Sidhi Mittal aim to answer this question in the new Sustainability Uncovered episode, hosted in partnership with BSI Group.

This episode's expert guest speakers are:

- BSI’s group head of sustainability engagement, Heather Burrell
- Reckitt’s global head of social impact and innovation, Hamzah Sarwar
- The Fairtrade Foundation’s director of partnerships, Kerrina Thorogood

Sustainability Uncovered uncovers some of the most inspiring and insightful sustainability and climate action stories from across the globe. The show features leader interviews, need-to-know round-ups, listener quizzes and more – all wrapped up into monthly episodes.

Whether you’re a business leader, climate expert, environmental professional, youth activist, or just have a passion for all things sustainability and climate action – this podcast is for you!

Say hello: podcast@fav-house.com

Episode 30: Employee engagement, Fairtrade partnerships and going beyond corporate philanthropy

When Bob Marley passed away in 1981, he left behind a musical legacy, but no estate plan. Due to his religious beliefs, Marley didn’t create a will, and what followed was a legal firestorm: forged documents, disputed signatures and a tangled web of allegations involving his wife, attorney and accountant.

In this episode, David Lenok is joined by Noah Rosenfarb, CPA, founder of Wealthrive, to explore what happens when traditional estate planning tools, like wills, are off the table. 

Noah discusses:

- The vital differences between wills and trusts 
- Strategies like the Spousal Lifetime Access Trust 
- Navigating estate versus revocable trusts 
- The misunderstood role of communication in wealth preservation
- Overcoming familial challenges in estate planning 
- And more

Resources:

Listen to the latest episodes of Celebrity Estates: https://bit.ly/3N10V10 
Trust and Estates Magazine: https://bit.ly/3XXqoPn 

Connect With David Lenok:

david.lenok@informa.com 
https://www.wealthmanagement.com/ 
LinkedIn: David Lenok: https://bit.ly/DavidLenokLI 
LinkedIn: Informa: https://bit.ly/InformaLI 
LinkedIn: WealthManagement: https://bit.ly/WealthManagementLI 

Connect With Noah Rosenfarb:

connect@wealthrive.com 
http://Talkabouttax.com 
LinkedIn: Noah Rosenfarb, CPA: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noahrosenfarb/ 
LinkedIn: Wealthrive Inc.: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthriveinc/ 
(855) 540-0400

About Our Guest:

Noah Rosenfarb is a third-generation CPA who learned early in life that becoming tax-efficient could accelerate the journey toward achieving financial goals. After attaining financial independence and stepping away from operating businesses, Noah began sharing his expertise with members of EO and YPO. The response was immediate—people started asking him for help.

Determined not to return to a traditional job, Noah assembled a team of accountants, lawyers, and financial planners. He personally trained them in the strategies he used to become Rich Beyond Money. One of his proudest accomplishments is knowing that entrepreneurs working with his team achieve better results than he could have delivered alone.

Noah openly shares the tools, resources, and strategies that created his own version of true freedom. With a track record that includes selling eight companies, taking one public, and completing more than 50 real estate investments valued near $1 billion, he brings more than technical expertise—he brings lived experience. He serves high-performing families who seek to balance qualitative life goals with quantitative financial strategies.

Based in Parkland, Florida, Noah lives with his wife, Amanda, and their two children. A passionate traveler, he’s visited over 70 countries across five continents.

Celebrity Estates: How Bob Marley's Estate Took 30 Years to Settle

On Episode 574 of Impact Boom, David Reiling of Sunrise Banks discusses the transformative potential of values-based banking and community-focused finance to reduce inequality, and strategic partnerships between progressive financial institutions scaling sustainable social, environmental, and economic impact.

If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on this episode!

If you enjoyed this episode, then check out Episode 314 with Lori Van Dusen on addressing health and education inequality through impact-led finance -> https://bit.ly/42P9G7c

The team who made this episode happen were:
Host: Indio Myles
Guest(s): David Reiling
Producer: Indio Myles

We invite you to join our community on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram to stay up to date on the latest social innovation news and resources to help you turn ideas into impact. You'll also find us on all the major podcast streaming platforms, where you can also leave a review and provide feedback.

Episode 574 (2025) David Reiling On Values-Based Banking Driving Community Development

In this episode we meet James Rogers, director and owner of Bristol Golf Centre LTD, who tells about how he’s innovating to take his leisure business from strength to strength. 

James is using technology to bring new and larger audiences to his venues, as people look to take part in competitive activities when socialising. He’ll also talk about how he’s increased staff efficiency and is improving the experience for his customers.

Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/

For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneurs

Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.

#26: Technology and innovation meets sports entertainment

Balancing AI Innovation with Human-Centered Healthcare: A CDO's Perspective

Eric Smith shares how Memorial Hermann Health System is revolutionizing healthcare delivery through responsible AI implementation. Learn how their pioneering governance model ensures technology enhances rather than replaces human connection, while improving operational efficiency and patient outcomes across one of Texas' largest health systems.
   • Strategic AI governance is crucial for responsible healthcare innovation
   • Technology implementation must prioritize both operational efficiency and human connection
   • Successful digital transformation requires strong partnerships between clinical and technical teams
   • AI can enhance personalized care delivery while reducing administrative burden

To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”.

Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Digital Health Talks: Balancing AI Innovation with Human Centered Healthcare

Building positive parent partnerships in schools / Mrs Rabia Shah

South Sudan's healthcare system faces severe challenges, including collapsing infrastructure, escalating disease outbreaks, and scarce access to medical care. High maternal and child mortality, malnutrition, and low vaccination rates highlight a crisis exacerbated by international aid cuts, impacting millions with urgent humanitarian needs.  

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**Keywords included**: healthcare, South Sudan, crisis, collapsing infrastructure, disease outbreaks, access, maternal mortality, child mortality, malnutrition, vaccination rates, international aid cuts, humanitarian needs.

South Sudan's Health Crisis A Dire Fight for Survival

Welcome to Disruptive, a dynamic fortnightly podcast designed to empower business founders and entrepreneurs. Hosted by Katherine Morgan, Head of Barclays Innovation Banking, it’s your gateway to valuable insights and practical knowledge to fuel the growth of your venture.

Each episode of Disruptive dives deep into the realms of business strategy, emerging trends, technology, and the high and lows of building a business – offering a wealth of content tailored to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit.

Whether you're an aspiring startup founder or a seasoned entrepreneur seeking fresh perspectives, Disruptive delivers thought-provoking conversations with industry leaders, expert advice and actionable strategies. Join us on this exciting journey as we provide you with the tools and inspiration to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship.

Tune in every two weeks on Spotify, Apple or Soundcloud and unlock your potential for growth and success. Subscribe now to be updated when the latest episode is released.

If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at Disruptive@barclays.com

Cultivate Central is an urban permaculture design practice and consultancy based in Singapore. We are on a quest to create regenerative food commons, spaces, systems, content and programmes that inspire action towards wellness and earth care.

Impact Boom searches the globe to find the people, stories & inspiration to help you create maximum positive impact.

We interview world-leading social innovators, entrepreneurs, changemakers, designers, educators, thinkers and doers who share Insights, ideas & inspiration. As long as these leaders are focussing their efforts on creating positive social and environmental change, we'll make sure you hear about it.

RADIO FOR THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY
Healthcare NOW Radio and Podcast Network offers discussions on the latest developments and trends impacting the industry including: health tech, health IT, healthcare innovation, healthcare policy, healthcare data security, telehealth, interoperability, biotech, med tech, value-based care, pharma, healthcare compliance, and much more. Shows are hosted by industry thought leaders. Guests are a "who's who" across the healthcare spectrum.  The listening audience is predominantly physician and hospital-based, and the healthcare industry at large.

Established in 1995
The Muslim Community Radio is a multicultural and multilingual Islamic radio station. It broadcasts to the Sydney community in general while incorporating elements that target the Islamic community of Sydney. It first transmitted twenty-four hours a day during the month of Ramadan of 1995 and has continued to broadcast during every month of Ramadan and Dhul-hijja (Pilgrimage month). In addition, in 1997 Muslim Community Radio was broadcasting on every Friday of that year until the introduction of the temporary broadcast community license (TBCL). Muslim Community Radio currently broadcasts 24 hours 365 days a year covering all Islamic events. Because Arabic/Lebanese is, according to statistics, the major ethnic language communicated among the Muslims in Sydney, understandably the radio programs are primarily transmitted in the Arabic and English languages with spots of other community languages, evolving in pace with demand.


Festivals & Events Ontario (FEO) was established in 1987 as an association devoted to the growth and stability of the festival and event industry in Ontario. FEO supports a lively, engaged and dedicated festival and events industry by sharing knowledge, enabling networking and providing leadership on education, advocacy and promotion.

If you would like to become a member of Festivals and Events Ontario, click here http://www.festivalsandeventsontario.ca/members/join-feo or you can email Debbie Mann (debbie@festivalsandeventsontario.ca).

If you would like to suggest a topic or a guest for the next FEO On the Air, just email Dave MacNeil (dave@festivalsandeventsontario.ca).

The Irish Global Health Network (IGHN) is an independent network of people from different backgrounds, sectors and disciplines who are concerned with health inequities and issues that impact on the health and development of populations at a global level, with a particular commitment to those living in middle and low- income countries.

What are the climate stories that really matter? What breakthrough innovations and ambitious business initiatives could genuinely accelerate the transition to a net-zero, circular economy? And who’ll take home the coveted Big Fat Sustainability Uncovered Quiz of the Year trophy? Join the edie team for this long-running show which makes the big climate issues bite-sized.

Sustainability Uncovered, hosted in association with Lloyds Bank, uncovers some of most inspiring and insightful sustainability and climate action stories from across the globe. The show features live in-the-studio guests, leader interviews, need-to-know round-ups, listener quizzes and more – all wrapped up into monthly episodes.

Whether you’re a business leader, climate expert, environmental professional, youth activist, or just someone with a passion for all things sustainability and climate action – this podcast is for you!

This page is also home to edie's #SustyTalks and other special audio features.

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