Living with Purpose
Living with Purpose is a podcast dedicated to exploring the journey of finding meaning and fulfillment in life. Hosted by Dr. Akhtar Badshah, a visionary leader and author, the podcast features insightful conversations with thought leaders, changemakers, and everyday heroes. Each episode delves into the stories, experiences, and philosophies that inspire individuals to live with intention and purpose. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, community impact, or just a deeper understanding of what it means to lead a purposeful life, “Living with Purpose” offers valuable perspectives and actionable advice to guide you on your own path.
Episodes
90 episodes
#Episode 90 - Vinaya Rao - Viya Contemporary
Vinaya Rao is the founder of Viya Contemporary.Vinaya is a curator, cultural connector, and community builder who has created something truly special through her gallery in Seattle. Viya Contemporary is not just a space for art. It is a ...
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Episode 90
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29:12
#Episode 89 - Pamela Passman - Global Chair APCO
Pamela Passman is a global leader who has spent her career operating at the powerful intersection of technology, policy, integrity, and impact.Pamela is Global Chair of Corporate Advisory and Managing Director in New York at APCO Worldwi...
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Episode 89
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25:59
#Episode 88 - Kevin Espirito - Founder Webloom
Kevin’s work sits at the intersection of purpose, growth, and long term thinking. Through Webloom, he helps organisations move beyond surface level marketing and build ecosystems that are rooted in clarity, alignment, and real human connection....
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Episode 88
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27:39
#Episode 87 - Neha Krishnan - Builder, connector, and creative force
Neha Krishnan is a builder, connector, and creative force who has spent over 15 years shaping talent ecosystems at some of the world’s most influential companies, including Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta.After a standout career hiri...
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Episode 87
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23:31
#Episode 86 - Arun Jain - Urban Designer
Arun is a globally respected urban designer and strategist with more than four decades of experience shaping cities, systems, and policy at the highest levels. Educated in the US and India, his work spans practice, academia, and global advisory...
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Episode 86
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25:27
#Episode 85 - Jon Sabes - Founder of LongevityFP
Jon Sabes is a trailblazing entrepreneur, author, and thought leader who is deeply focused on one question how do we build a better future by making better decisions today.Jon’s work sits at the intersection of financial services, person...
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Episode 85
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24:59
#Episode 84 - Beth Kreitl - Co Founder - We Bloom
Beth Kreitl is a counselor, educator and the Co Founder and Executive Director of We Bloom, a global nonprofit dedicated to strengthening public health where it is needed most. For more than eight years she has been building community driven so...
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Episode 84
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31:10
#Episode 83 - Dr. Basma AlBuhairan - Managing Director - C4IR Saudi Arabia (WEF Affiliate Centre)
Dr. Basma AlBuhairan is the Managing Director of C4IR Saudi Arabia (WEF Affiliate Centre), where she leads national and global initiatives at the intersection of technology, innovation, and societal progress. Based in Riyadh, she has spent the ...
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Episode 83
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24:02
#Episode 82 - Elizabeth Stokely - Executive Director of Global Washington
Elizabeth Stokely is an MBA with seventeen years of experience in global development and international business. A Fulbright Scholar, a Peace Corps alum, and fluent in Spanish, she has dedicated her life to creating solutions that expand econom...
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Episode 82
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23:01
#Episode 81 - Alka Badshah - Founder Anarti Therapeutics
Alka Badshah is an executive with deep roots in emerging technology and finance, a leader who knows how to build profitable businesses, yet her true power comes from something far more elemental. She believes that nature holds the answers for m...
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Episode 81
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22:20
#Episode 80 - Shelley Winner - Founder Winner's Circle
Shelley Winner is the Founder of Winners Circle, an organisation built on one powerful belief. Your past does not decide your future. Your purpose does.Shelley spent years rebuilding her life from the ground up and in doing so she discov...
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Episode 80
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45:10
#Episode 79 - Linda Eddleman - CEO Trust for the Americas
Linda Eddleman is the CEO of the Trust for the Americas, a non profit organisation that is affiliated with the Organization of American States. Since 1997 the Trust has built public and private partnerships that open doors to economic opportuni...
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Episode 79
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26:01
#Episode 78 - Osama Manzar - Founder & CEO
Osama Manzar is the Founder and CEO of the Digital Empowerment Foundation, one of India’s most impactful social enterprises working to bridge the digital divide.For over two decades, Osama has dedicated his life to bringing internet acce...
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Episode 78
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37:16
#Episode 77 - Dan Terry - Founder
Dan Terry is a visionary engineer, innovator, and co-author in Living with Purpose.As the founder of DANTERRY Inc., Dan has spent more than four decades analyzing, designing, and developing technologies that solve intractable ch...
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Episode 77
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31:44
#Episode 76 - Payal Tiwana - Founder & CEO
With over 25 years of leadership at Amazon and Microsoft, Payal Tiwana has built and scaled global products that have transformed industries, from cloud and ecommerce to AI and ad tech.Today, her focus is on the next great shift in enter...
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Episode 76
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23:57
#Episode 75 - Stephanie Ellis-Smith - Founder Phila Engaged Giving
Stephanie Ellis Smith is the founder of Phīla Engaged Giving, a philanthropy advising firm that helps individuals and organizations give with clarity, strategy, and purpose. With decades of experience as a nonprofit leader, board member, and im...
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Episode 75
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23:40
#Episode 74 - Sam Vaghar - Millennium Campus Network
As Executive Director of the Millennium Campus Network, Sam Vaghar’s north star is clear, helping young people own their voice and power to make a difference.Through MCN, Sam convenes and trains the next generation of social impact leade...
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Episode 74
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20:56
#Episode 73 - Rachel Hutchisson - CEO - Common Impact
Rachel leads an organization that acts as a bridge between corporations and nonprofits, creating high-quality, skills-based volunteer opportunities that drive real, lasting change. Her work is all about harnessing professional expertise to serv...
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26:29
#Episode 72 - Atul Tandon - CEO of Opportunity International
On this episode of Living With Purpose, we’re joined by a leader dedicated to tackling one of the world’s greatest challenges, ending extreme poverty. Atul Tandon is the CEO of Opportunity International, where he leads efforts to ...
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Episode 72
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32:25
#Episode 71 - Vandana Slatter - WA State Senator
Dr. Vandana Slatter is a Washington State Senator, pharmacist, and former biotech scientist with more than two decades of experience at the intersection of health, education, and public policy. Representing the 48th Legislative District, she ch...
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Episode 71
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33:42
#Episode 70 - Chloë Swain - Founder - FutureTwin AI
Chloë Swain is the Founder and CEO of FutureTwin AI — your GPS for life. Chloë and her team are pioneering the integration of human insight with AI precision to help people navigate their education, career, and life decisions with clarity and c...
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Episode 70
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23:16
#Episode 69 - Degan Ali - CEO Adeso
Degan Ali is the trailblazing CEO of Adeso. Degan is a globally recognised humanitarian and advocate for locally led solutions in development and emergency response. Her work challenges traditional aid models, amplifying community voices and dr...
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Episode 69
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24:02
#Episode 68 - Pradnya Desh - CEO Advocat AI
Pradnya Desh is the CEO of Advocat AI, Chairperson of the Bellevue College Board of Trustees, attorney, entrepreneur, and former US diplomat.At Advocat AI, Pradnya is leading the charge in transforming how organizations manage contracts ...
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Episode 68
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25:02
#Episode 67 - Gerome Seeney - Founder & CEO - Madd Kitchen
Gerome Seeney is the Founder & CEO at Madd Kitchen Inc., where he is redefining the third home experience through hospitality, entertainment, and AI.Gerome is also a co-author in the next Living with Purpose book, sharing hi...
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Episode 67
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29:15
#Episode 66 - Dr. Ekin Yasin - Teaching Professor
Dr. Ekin Yasin is a dynamic voice in media, culture, and communication. Ekin is a Teaching Professor and Director of the Communication Leadership graduate program at the University of Washington, where she guides the next generation of ethical,...
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Episode 66
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