Jens Molbak, founder of Coinstar, WinWin, and NewImpact, shares his vision for leveraging tri-sector innovation aligning resources from businesses, nonprofits, and government to create systemic change. He discusses how his experience building Coinstar shaped his understanding of scalable impact and how NewImpact is pioneering a data-driven approach to solve complex societal challenges. Jens highlights the importance of collaboration across sectors, identifying underutilized assets, and shifting mindsets to unlock greater efficiency and innovation. This episode offers valuable insights on designing solutions that maximize shared value and create lasting social and economic benefits.
Exploring Ethnomusicology, Hindustani Music, and the Sarangi
In this episode, Dr. Suhail Yusuf joins Sindy Yang (MAR ’26) for a conversation about his identity and work as an ethnomusicologist and performing musician. They also dive into discussion about his main instrument, the sarangi, with its rich history and profound cultural connotations.
Developing the #1 religion app in the world with Bryan Enriquez
Yale SOM grad Bryan Enriquez ’21 discusses launching the Hallow prayer app, argues that technology and artificial intelligence are good for religion and religious practice, and responds to critics who say that the marketing of Hallow commercializes faith.
Does mRNA play a role in cell migration? Can we use therapeutic vaccines to treat cancers like kidney cancer? Join co-hosts Majo and Roxanna in this week’s installment of YJBM Science News as they discuss the most recent Yale-affiliated biomedical and biological research that answers these questions and more!
Tarek Mouganie is the founder of Affinity, a digital bank revolutionizing financial inclusion in sub-Saharan Africa. With a background in engineering, physics, and finance, Tarek’s journey has been shaped by his desire to build platforms that unlock human potential. In this episode, he shares how his experiences from growing up in Ghana to his academic path at Cambridge and Imperial College led him to create a banking solution for underserved populations. Tarek discusses the challenges of launching a bank, the impact of financial access on small businesses, and his personal evolution as a leader. He also reflects on his time as a Yale World Fellow, where he explored how to scale his mission while maintaining personal balance.
Marisol Orihuela on Fighting for Mental Health Justice
Clinical Professor of Law Marisol Orihuela talks about leading a new clinic focused on mental health justice, how mental health and criminal justice are intertwined, and the importance of decompressing during stressful times.
In this episode, Peter Boyd explores how the Connected Leadership Framework helps individuals maximize their impact within teams. Building on previous discussions of personal purpose and priorities, Peter delves into team dynamics how to bring a purpose-driven approach to work, establish clear priorities, and create a shared vision for success. He introduces key tools, including the strategy pyramid, to align team values, mission, and progress. The episode also covers leadership skills such as active listening, constructive feedback, and stakeholder mapping to enhance influence and drive organizational change. Whether leading formally or informally, listeners will gain insights on fostering collaboration, navigating challenges, and creating lasting impact.
• Guy Kawasaki’s “Art of the Start”: Cited for his idea that an organization’s purpose is more powerful as a short mantra rather than a long paragraph.
• Brené Brown’s “Atlas of the Heart”: Referenced when discussing the artistry of a map and the interaction between different layers of leadership.
• Harvard Business Review Article by Togle and Barso (2016): Cited in the context of team conflict, particularly differentiating between good and bad conflict, and the importance of shared values in team dynamics.
• Character.org’s VIA (Values in Action) Survey: Recommended as a personality assessment tool with strong academic underpinnings to help individuals identify their personal values.
• Quinn and Thacker’s Harvard Business Review Article: Cited as a source for creating a purpose-driven organization.
• Comedian Michael Jr.’s Video: Recommended for its insight into how knowing “why” behind a task can change how it is performed. Viewers are advised to watch from 1:25 for a sub-two-minute clip.
• “Connect” by David Bradford and Carl Robbins: Described as a helpful resource on interpersonal dynamics, suggesting that feedback can be given to anyone at any time if done correctly.
The Getting2U (G2U) crew got the chat with one of our own co-hosts, Peta-Gaye Tomlinson, Ryan White Project Manager at the Hartford City Health Department about the Ryan White Programs.
With Ryan White Programs specialized in providing assistance to the most vulnerable among the HIV Community, Peta-Gaye Tomlinson takes the time to break down the various programs and how they serve the community.
If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or just want to share your feedback, please feel free to email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.
The Getting2U (G2U) crew got the chat with one of our own co-hosts, Peta-Gaye Tomlinson, Ryan White Project Manager at the Hartford City Health Department about the Ryan White Programs.
With Ryan White Programs specialized in providing assistance to the most vulnerable among the HIV Community, Peta-Gaye Tomlinson takes the time to break down the various programs and how they serve the community.
If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or just want to share your feedback, please feel free to email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.
In the latest episode of Yale Global Health Insights, Dr. Sharon Chekijian sits down with Dr. Sten Vermund, a leading figure in infectious disease epidemiology and public health policy. From his groundbreaking research on HIV prevention to his global impact on healthcare access, Dr. Vermund shares his journey, insights, and the lasting influence of his work on health systems worldwide. Tune in for a conversation about the intersection of global health, policy, and the personal stories that drive transformation.