

Ecosystemic Futures
Dyan Finkhousen: CEO of Shoshin Works
Ecosystemic Futures engages with the world’s elite thought leaders who are researching and leading meaningful development in areas that could impact society in the next half century.
Provided by Shoshin Works in collaboration with NASA Convergent Aeronautics Solutions Project - Ecosystemic Futures explores technological advances and structural patterns that will help us better innovate, operate, and navigate in our increasingly connected world.
Join the conversation as NASA leaders, and industry and policy luminaries share their perspectives with host Dyan Finkhousen, a leading strategist and global authority on ecosystemic solutions, and brilliant co-hosts.
Provided by Shoshin Works in collaboration with NASA Convergent Aeronautics Solutions Project - Ecosystemic Futures explores technological advances and structural patterns that will help us better innovate, operate, and navigate in our increasingly connected world.
Join the conversation as NASA leaders, and industry and policy luminaries share their perspectives with host Dyan Finkhousen, a leading strategist and global authority on ecosystemic solutions, and brilliant co-hosts.
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Feb 19, 2025 • 41min
77. The Health Dividend: How Organization Wellness Pays 3X Returns
Dr. Donna-Marie Arias, a global executive leader with 25 years of expertise in organizational design and change management, unpacks the measurable benefits of workplace wellness. She reveals insights from a landmark case study that transformed a struggling financial institution into a health leader, showing how this correlates with market performance. Dr. Arias discusses the critical metrics for assessment, the impact of collaborative cultures, and how AI adoption shapes organizational health, emphasizing sustainability and the science behind effective leadership.

Feb 12, 2025 • 41min
76. Advanced Air Mobility: Transforming Aviation Infrastructure & Urban Ecosystems
In this engaging discussion, Gloria Bouillon, an aviation strategist and founder of Aviatrice Advisors, shares insights on revolutionizing U.S. aviation infrastructure with advanced air mobility. She highlights the transformational potential of electric vertical takeoff vehicles and their integration into urban transportation. Bouillon explains the role of airports in driving economic revitalization, the energy challenges facing the industry, and the importance of public-private partnerships. The conversation emphasizes balancing innovation, regulatory requirements, and community engagement for a sustainable aviation future.

Feb 4, 2025 • 46min
75. Future, TBD
In this insightful conversation, Lucy Ziegler, founder of TBD Futures and former McKinsey design strategist, explores how to blend industrial design and strategic foresight for better decision-making. She reveals why traditional forecasting falls short and underscores the value of human-centric design thinking. Lucy shares how organizations can turn uncertainties into opportunities through scenario planning and fosters a long-term vision beyond quarterly pressures. A captivating case study highlights how an electric vehicle company transformed market uncertainties into effective strategy.

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Jan 22, 2025 • 1h 10min
74. From Fringe to Frontier: Material Futures from UAP
Dr. Garry Nolan, a Stanford professor and biotech entrepreneur, dives into the fascinating interplay between UAP observations and materials science. He discusses how insights from unidentified aerial phenomena could reshape our approach to advanced materials, driving technological breakthroughs. Nolan highlights the need for data transparency in research and cautions against governmental data hoarding. The conversation also touches on the genetic implications of UAP encounters and urges collaboration for future advancements in both health and technology.

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Jan 15, 2025 • 1h 19min
73. From Taboo to Testimony: Technology, Citizen Science, and the Evolution of UAP Research with Leslie Kean, Ryan Graves, and Christine Kim
Join investigative journalist Leslie Kean, along with Enigma Labs' Christine Kim and former Navy pilot Ryan Graves, as they dissect the fascinating evolution of UAP research. Christine shares insights on data from over 28,000 civilian sightings, while Ryan provides first-hand accounts of military and commercial pilot encounters. The trio explores how technology and citizen science are reshaping our understanding of these mysterious phenomena, emphasizing the shift from stigma to serious inquiry in the pursuit of truth.

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Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 6min
72. Engineering the Impossible: UAP Insights Transforming Space, Medicine, and Global Innovation
In this engaging discussion, Lue Elizondo, former AATIP director and advocate for transparency, dives into the revolutionary potential of UAP-related discoveries. He illuminates how these innovations could redefine human longevity and transform space exploration. Elizondo reveals the significance of cross-sector collaboration and public-private partnerships in advancing exotic materials and biotechnology. He also discusses the economic implications of extending human lifespan and emphasizes the need for transparent investment strategies in emerging technologies.

Dec 24, 2024 • 46min
71. Scientific Storytelling: Transforming Healthcare Ecosystems Through Communication
Dr. Sophia Ononye, Founder and CEO of The Sophia Consulting Firm, emphasizes how scientific storytelling is revolutionizing healthcare through better communication and trust. She shares her journey of advocating for diversity in clinical trials and enhancing patient outcomes. Listeners discover the impact of lifestyle choices on health and longevity, and the crucial role of preventative care. The conversation also addresses the importance of empowering women in STEM fields and the need for equitable healthcare investments amidst globalization's challenges.

Dec 20, 2024 • 3h 12min
70. More Shots on Goal: Scaling Up Space Manufacturing for Earth's Future
*Expanded Content Release Due to Popular Demand* Join this expanded version of the popular and groundbreaking discussion with global leaders in aerospace, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing as they explore the "More Shots on Goal" initiative - a collaborative effort to dramatically scale up manufacturing capabilities in low Earth orbit. From revolutionary drug development to next-generation semiconductors, discover how increased space manufacturing throughput could transform industries on Earth and accelerate innovation across healthcare, technology, and energy sectors. This special episode features insights from NASA, DoE, the International Space Station National Lab, and pioneering companies, including Varda Space Industries, Stoke Space, and more. Learn how new platforms, high-throughput systems, and novel funding approaches are turning space into a trillion-dollar manufacturing hub that could reshape terrestrial industries and unlock new solutions to global challenges.HighlightsAccelerating drug development through microgravity researchNext-generation semiconductor and advanced materials manufacturingNovel launch and return capabilities for space manufacturingInfrastructure and energy solutions for orbital factoriesPublic-private partnerships and innovative funding modelsBio-manufacturing and crystal growth applicationsQuantum technology development in spaceFeatured GuestsRose Hernandez, ISS National LabCurtis Hill, NASA Lynn Harper, NASAKevin Englebert, NASA ISS InSpaDevon Papandrew, Stoke SpaceLucie Low, Axiom SpaceOlivia Holzhaus, Rhodium ScientificArmin Rad, EncapsulatePartha Dutta, United Semiconductor Ken Savin, RedwireJordan Swisher, MattiqJosh Martin, Varda Space IndustriesGreg Grozdits, Space Force SDALarry Forsley, Global Energy CorporationRima Oueid, US Department of EnergyKevin Jackson, National DigiFoundryHeath Mills, Rhodium ScientificYao-Feng Chang, IntelYuxuan Cosmi Lin, Texas A&MShane Hegarty, Axonis TherapeuticsPrashant Nagpal, SachiBioArmand Dichosa, Los AlamosNational LabMari Anne Snow, Eascra BiotechYing-Chen (Daphne) Chen, Arizona State UniversityCo-Hosts: Anna Brady-Estevez, Co-Chair US Interagency Space Economy & Advanced Manufacturing Working GroupsDonna Roberts, Deputy Chief Scientist, ISS National LabLarry Forsley, Chief Technology Officer of Global Energy Corporation Marco Annunziata, Co-Founder, Annunziata + Desai PartnersDyan Finkhousen, CEO of Shoshin Works; Ecosystemic Model Advisor for NASA and Space ForceSeries Hosts: Vikram Shyam, Lead Futurist, NASA Glenn Research CenterDyan Finkhousen, Founder & CEO, Shoshin Works

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Dec 12, 2024 • 2h 44min
69. Beyond Conventional Physics: Extended Electrodynamics, Lattice Confinement Fusion, Zero-Point Energy & Advanced Propulsion
Lou Dechiaro, a staff scientist focused on low-energy nuclear reactions, joins Phillip Lentz, founder of UnSpace, to dive into advanced concepts like zero-point energy and extended electrodynamics. Chance Glenn explores the link between energy and space-time curvature for advanced propulsion, while Richard Banduric investigates longitudinal forces in propulsion applications. The conversation unveils groundbreaking research that could revolutionize space exploration and technology, emphasizing collaboration across disciplines and the potential for limitless energy solutions.

Dec 3, 2024 • 45min
68. The Architecture of Change: Building Sustainable Industry Ecosystems
Amina Razvi, former CEO of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition and current Chief Partnerships Officer at Travalyst, shares her expertise on sustainable transformation. She discusses how unlikely partnerships between competitors foster collaboration and highlights the evolution of the Higg Index as a global standard. Razvi emphasizes the need for systems thinking, effective data metrics, and cross-sector cooperation to drive meaningful change. She argues that 'partnership is the new leadership' and inspires action for addressing complex global challenges.