Bhargav Sri Prakash, Founder & CEO, FriendsLearn, is redefining healthcare with a revolutionary “digital vaccine” project. A culmination of 12 years of scientific research and global collaboration with multiple universities, his team at Carnegie Mellon University has developed and patented a cutting-edge technology poised to transform how we think about disease prevention.

Bhargav and Rajeev discuss how AI and neuro-cognitive training mechanisms can stimulate the body’s immune system through non-invasive methods, mapping and influencing brain-gut pathways to promote overall health. The efficacy, safety and deployment of this patented technology make it stand apart from traditional methods.

This episode also tackles the ethical and financial considerations necessary to ensure the integrity of this innovative approach. Whether you're an individual concerned about health, a family looking for solutions, or a policymaker thinking about economic implications, this conversation will offer valuable insights into the future of healthcare. Bhargav is not just aiming for profit, but striving to make a lasting impact on health and wellness for future generations.

In this episode, Ho Kwon Ping, Founder and Executive Chairman of Banyan Tree Holdings, delves into what it means to be an exceptional leader. Emphasising that genuine leadership stems from authenticity, critical thinking, and the courage to challenge established norms, Ho shares career and personal leadership lessons that have one thing in common - the unconventional.

He explores the implications of short-term thinking rooted in capitalism, heightened by the influence of private equity. He argues that sustainability requires a fundamental shift in investor and institutional priorities. Ho makes a bold statement - we cannot rely solely on enlightened CEOs. Collective action, education, investor activism and grassroots efforts are needed to bring about systemic change.

"The job of innovators, the people at the front pushing the boundaries, is to make something the new normal; to make it boring; make it the everyday.” Hannah Jones, CEO of Earthshot Prize, discusses a global platform for innovation and visionary leadership. In many ways, Earthshot Prize is the exemplar of “Sustainable Sustainability." The initiative is dedicated to one purpose: to uncover innovations with the potential to make a huge difference and help them achieve their goals. Earthshot Prize is not a typical foundation - it does not simply give out money. A key component of the process is scaling, and making sure that the funded project has an opportunity to succeed sustainably. The new business model should not just be built on profit and loss, but on profit, loss AND impact. In this episode, we hear about projects that were selected and funded. Successful projects not only make an impact in their niche but engage with the broader challenges of climate and consider the implications on a wider group of stakeholders. Prior to Earthshot Prize, Hannah was Nike's Chief Sustainability Officer. She discusses how the processes and mindset that underpin Earthshot are different from those at Nike.