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Turning mining waste into climate gold
From Here Forward
08/22/22 • 11 min
Carol and Rumneek speak with Dr. Greg Dipple, a professor of Geological Sciences at UBC. His company is a recent winner of the $1 Million X Prize backed by the Elon Musk Foundation, funding breakthroughs on the world’s most pressing problems. Learn about his approach that uses mining waste for carbon capture.
Reimagining the dating experience for Gen Z
From Here Forward
02/14/24 • 29 min
Have you ever found love on a dating app? In this special Valentine’s Day episode, hosts Carol and Jeevan connect with UBC student and entrepreneur Connor Rose, who co-founded an app IRLY that offers a unique Gen Z spin on making a match. They discuss the app’s early days in the e@UBC program, share the Cameron Dallas connection, and attempt to uncover what Gen Z is looking for in a partner.
Wildfires, climate change, and the future of forest management
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10/10/23 • 40 min
Join Carol, Rumneek, and new co-host Jeevan Sangha as they dive deep into the world of wildfires with award-winning UBC researcher, Dr. Lori Daniels (MSc’94). From the phenomenon of “zombie fires” to the fascinating paradox of using fire to suppress fire, Dr. Daniels explains what’s behind BC’s increasingly severe wildfires, how climate change is adding fuel to the fire, and what UBC researchers are doing, in close collaboration with Indigenous communities, to increase the resiliency of BC’s forests.
08/12/23 • 33 min
Carol and Rumneek chat with UBC alum and the CBC’s Justin McElroy (BA’11) on his path to journalism, the changing nature of the industry, and his love of niche topics (and charts!) that have helped him connect with audiences in creative and captivating ways.
The gig economy: Friend or foe?
From Here Forward
07/18/22 • 31 min
Carol and Rumneek speak with Shannon Walsh, an associate professor in the Department of Film and Theater at UBC, and also a filmmaker. Her fifth and latest film is The Gig is Up. Hear about the ways the global gig economy is impacting not only the future of work, but society as a whole.
Campuses of the future: An inside look at campus planning at UBC
From Here Forward
09/08/23 • 31 min
Discover the fascinating changes coming to UBC's campuses — from a deepening commitment to Indigenization to groundbreaking sustainability initiatives — with Ben Johnson, Director of Campus Planning for UBC Okanagan, and Michael White, Associate Vice-President of Campus + Community Planning and the university’s chief planner. Whether you're a passionate planner or simply curious about the future of UBC, this episode reveals what it takes to build world-class campuses.
01/16/24 • 21 min
Join hosts Carol and Jeevan in conversation with UBC pharmacy alum Avi Gill (BSc’12, BPSc’16), one of the owners behind Farming Karma, a “farm to can” soda-making company based in the Okanagan. Discover the brand's evolution from a family farm to a thriving enterprise that produces award-winning fruit sodas, and hear insights from Gill as he reflects on his “wild journey” to becoming an entrepreneur.
Sipping, savouring, and safeguarding BC wine
From Here Forward
12/04/23 • 20 min
Join Carol and Jeevan as they sip their way through today’s episode on BC wine. Hear how wine makers in the province are navigating the impacts of climate change, and the ways in which UBC research is helping to boost their resilience and adaptation during these challenging times. Plus, learn about the alumni UBC Wine Club and its December 2023 offer featuring Moon Curser Vineyards, and find out how you can support fellow alumni winemakers while enjoying exceptional Okanagan wines as a member of the club.
The weird, wacky, and wonderful: Stories from UBC’s colourful past
From Here Forward
04/11/23 • 31 min
Hear from UBC historians Herbert Rosengarten and Sheldon Goldfarb as they share their extensive knowledge of UBC’s storied past – including entertaining and obscure tales that might surprise you.
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FAQ
How many episodes does From Here Forward have?
From Here Forward currently has 26 episodes available.
What topics does From Here Forward cover?
The podcast is about Higher Education, Research, Podcasts, Education and Science.
What is the most popular episode on From Here Forward?
The episode title 'From pharmacy to farming: One UBC alum’s adventures as an entrepreneur' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on From Here Forward?
The average episode length on From Here Forward is 27 minutes.
How often are episodes of From Here Forward released?
Episodes of From Here Forward are typically released every 29 days, 12 hours.
When was the first episode of From Here Forward?
The first episode of From Here Forward was released on Jul 13, 2022.
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