
World Changing Ideas
What if we spent more time thinking about solutions rather than problems? Are you looking for more positive news? World Changing Ideas travels around the globe to find the leaders, experts and activists who are dreaming big and working to change the world for the better. With a focus on the environment, social justice and innovation, these are stories that will get you thinking. World-changing ideas come in all shapes and sizes. Join the conversation with solutions journalist and filmmaker Amelia Hemphill.
Latest episodes

Jun 7, 2023 • 34min
Are we all going to start using the new Apple Vision Pro headset?
On today's episode, Yaz chats with Fast Company senior writer Mark Sullivan about what's happening with Apple these days. And we learn about the latest biotech research in menopause with Fast Company senior writer Ainsley Harris.

May 31, 2023 • 30min
What are long-shot presidential candidates talking about on podcasts?
The presidential race is already heating up, and aside from the usual fanfare around frontrunners like Trump and Biden, there are long-shot candidates creating space for themselves on . . . podcasts, of all places. Yaz chatted with ‘Fast Company’ contributing writer Clint Rainey to hear about his journey listening to some of these long-shot candidates on quite an array of podcasts.Harry’s Razors is arguably one of the first companies to pioneer the direct-to-consumer model. This year, the company is celebrating 10 years. Yaz sat down with Jeff Raider, cofounder and co-CEO, to hear his thoughts on how the industry has evolved since Harry’s first started.

May 24, 2023 • 27min
Presenting: The new season of 'Most Innovative Companies'
Is AI coming for our jobs?? ‘Fast Company’ senior staff editor Max Ufberg explains that it is . . . but that it’s not all bad news.And Yaz chatted with Loom CEO Joe Thomas—Loom is essentially TikTok for business, which sounds crazier than it is—about how video conferencing is here to stay.Also, a special thanks to Marfa Public Radio for helping us out with some recording on this episode!

May 24, 2023 • 27min
Flashback: Beyond Meat is aiming for perfection
Back in 2021, Talib sat down with Beyond Meat Founder and CEO Ethan Brown to discuss the company's newest burger and how plant-based meat compares to animal-based meat.

May 11, 2023 • 16min
FROM PFIZER AND FASTCO WORKS: The future of marketing medicine
Bringing trusted science into consumer hands has never been more important. Establishing credibility, sending the right message, and offering relevant information all hinge on a marketing strategy that delivers superior insights, reaches the right audience wherever they are, and makes an impact. As Pfizer's first CMO, Drew Panayiotou leads the company's efforts to modernize its marketing through unparalleled analytics, strategic integrations, and innovative go-to-market models.In this custom episode of Most Innovative Companies, Fast Company has partnered with Pfizer to offer abehind-the-scenes look at Drew's vision, approach, and strategy for the future of marketing medicine- and the future of the company as a modern marketing organization.

May 3, 2023 • 29min
Flashback: Rescuing food, feeding the hungry and saving the environment
Talib chatted with 412 Food Rescue Founder Leah Lizarondo about addressing climate change and preventing hunger.

Apr 19, 2023 • 28min
Flashback: The pregnancy test that won't cause more pollution
Throwback to when we chatted with LIA co-founders Bethany Edwards and Anna Couturier. Lia is the first biodegradable, flushable, and zero-waste pregnancy test.

Apr 12, 2023 • 32min
Flashback: How a pair of shoes can help drop the carbon footprint
Let's rewind to when Talib Visram chatted with Cariuma Co-founders Fernando Porto and David Python about their mission to make the footwear industry more sustainable using materials like sugar cane and bamboo.

Apr 5, 2023 • 23min
Flashback: How we can prevent food waste and change our food system for the better
A look back on a conversation between Talib Visram and Full Harvest Founder and CEO Christine Moseley about her passion for the environment, affordable healthy food, and efficiencies.

Mar 29, 2023 • 28min
Flashback: How the trucking industry can reduce its carbon footprint
We're looking back on our conversation with Convoy's Head of Sustainability Jennifer Wong about the company's efficiency methods and decarbonizing the supply chain.
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