Dr. Hossein Hosseini ( @DrHosseinHosseini) is a systems modeling research fellow at the Brain and Mind Centre at the University of Sydney( @sydney_uni). His current work focuses on mental health policy analysis in Australia, where he uses system dynamics modeling to understand how mental health systems change over time and…
At 13, @AbhigyaAnandAstrology founded what became a leading center for astrological research in India, Praajina Joytisha Institute. His prediction of the 2020 pandemic captured global attention, with his YouTube channel drawing over 90M views, reigniting global interest in Vedic wisdom. Through ancient scriptures and spiritual philosophy, his work reveals how…
The year-end special: A distillation of lessons and reflections with Dr. Jane Goodall DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace. At 90, one of the most recognized living scientists in the world reminds us that there's wonder waiting on the other side of our deepest…
Political economist and social technologist E. Glen Weyl is the Founder and Research Lead of Microsoft Research Special Projects’ Plural Technology Collaboratory, where he focuses on using ideas from political economy to develop social technology – algorithmic designs for social institutions. He is also the Founder of RadicalxChange Foundation, Founder…
Neuropolitical scientist, writer, and artist Dr. Liya Yu is as unique as her expertise. Born in Hunan, China, and raised in Germany, her story is one of bridging cultures from an early age. She was trained in political science, specializing in political philosophy at the University of Cambridge, and completed…
"Other things may change us, but we start and end with family." – Anthony Brandt Thai television and film director Pat Boonnitipat’s directorial debut feature film, "How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies," is Thailand's biggest movie of 2024 and has been making waves during its theatrical run in Southeast…
Born and raised in the Philippine archipelago, Filipino photographer Gab Mejia is a National Geographic Explorer and a Board of Trustee for the World Wide Fund For Nature Philippines. Mejia's work in visual storytelling and ecology through multidisciplinary art forms bridges ancient mystical wisdom to modern confusions and longings. His…
This week, I sat down with Kelly Kok, Executive Director of the Jane Goodall Institute Taiwan, and the Jane Goodall Sustainability Academy. Kelly has worked at the Jane Goodall Institute Taiwan since 1998, and her primary focus has been growing Dr. Goodall’s Roots & Shoots Program in Taiwan, empowering individuals…
This week, I'm joined by a world-renowned change-maker and speaker from Bali, Indonesia, Melati Wijsen. She is the Founder of @youthtopiaworld5844 @byebyeplasticbags1562 In the first half, we discussed how YOUTHTOPIA integrates an intergenerational approach to bridging different generations for collaborative actions, how growing up as an island girl and being…
Happenus is a series of intimate and in-depth conversations with people from all walks of life, bridging personal narratives with the emerging societal and environmental happenings we collectively share. Created & Hosted by Shawn Hung. Portrait illustration by Kay Lam. Learn more: happenuspod.com Follow on Instagram & Twitter(X): @happenuspod For…
