What happens when advanced pharmaceutical science meets the wisdom of plant-based medicine? In this episode, Amy Kim sits down with Nuzhat Tam-Zaman, a pharmaceutical scientist and founder of Sinoveda, to explore how artificial intelligence and nature are coming together to reshape the future of health.

Nuzhat shares her journey from growing up with traditional medicine in Bangladesh to earning her PhD in pharmaceutical sciences and building a global natural health company in Canada. She explains how her patented technology identifies the exact bioactive compounds in plants and ensures consistency, potency, and safety in every product. This approach bridges Eastern medicine with Western pharmaceutical precision.

The conversation dives into how AI is now accelerating drug discovery, including promising work using cannabis-derived compounds for liver cancer research. Nuzhat also discusses the challenges of innovating “against the grain,” especially in Western markets, and why Asia plays a key role in the future of natural and pharmaceutical health solutions.

Listeners will also learn about plant-based options for issues like inflammation, bone health, and long COVID symptoms, along with what to look for when choosing supplements. This episode offers a hopeful and science-backed look at how natural medicine, when done right, can improve lives on a global scale.

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What does it really take to get major energy and infrastructure projects built in Canada?

In this episode of the True North Success Podcast, Amy Kim sits down with Jeremy Barretto, a Calgary-based lawyer and strategic legal advisor who has spent over a decade helping companies navigate some of the most complex regulatory and approval processes in the country. With a unique background that spans both engineering and law, Jeremy brings a practical, solutions-focused approach to projects involving pipelines, mines, renewable energy, ports, and railways.

Jeremy shares how his early career as an environmental engineer led him to law school, and how that technical foundation continues to shape the way he solves problems today. He explains why collaboration, persistence, and clear recommendations are critical when working on long-term projects, including his 12-year involvement with the Trans Mountain Pipeline.

Throughout the conversation, Jeremy offers thoughtful advice for professionals who want to become better problem solvers, grow their careers, and stand out in service-based industries. He also discusses the importance of working with Indigenous nations, building trust, and addressing concerns in a meaningful way. Toward the end of the episode, Jeremy shares book recommendations that have influenced his leadership and management style, along with insights into the future of major projects in Canada.

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What does the energy transition really look like when you move beyond headlines and into real-world projects? In this episode of the True North Success Podcast, Gary Mah and Amy Kim sit down with Brad Hayes to explore the realities of energy development through the lens of data, science, and decades of hands-on experience.

Brad Hayes is the President of Petrel Robertson Consulting Ltd., a leading geoscience and energy advisory firm that has supported industry, governments, and regulators since 1972. With nearly 30 years at the firm, Brad brings deep expertise in petroleum development, carbon capture and storage, geothermal energy, helium and lithium exploration, and water resource management.

In this conversation, Brad explains why energy projects are far more complex than they often appear in public discussions. He shares how exploration doesn’t always lead to success, why uncertainty and risk are unavoidable, and how informed decision-making depends on solid geoscience and realistic expectations. Brad also discusses the challenges of working with investors, regulators, and communities, and why patience is critical when developing long-term energy solutions.

Listeners will gain a clearer understanding of why oil and gas will continue to play a role in the energy mix, why alternative energies must be developed thoughtfully, and how science—not hype—should guide the transition. This episode offers valuable insights for professionals in energy, government, investing, and anyone curious about what’s really happening beneath the surface.

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