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Global Impact
by Michael Bociurkiw
We live in an increasingly confusing and unpredictable world. In Global Impact, co-hosts Michael Bociurkiw and Melissa Ricci connect the dots to world events so you don’t have to. Special guests inform and provide exclusive insights. Not to be missed!
Episodes
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S6 E1: The BBC's South Asia and Afghanistan Correspondent Yogita Limaye
Fresh from an undercover trip to earthquake-ravaged Myanmar, BBC South Asia and Afghanistan correspondent Yogita Limaye joins me to share what she witnessed on the ground—and how locals are surviving with little to no aid. We also discuss the plight of women and girls in Afghanistan, her…
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S5 E1: Former CIA Spy Laura Ballman
In this special new season-opener, former CIA spy and now geopolitics expert, Laura Ballman, speaks to co-hosts Michael Bociurkiw and Melissa Ricci about what its like to be a spy, whether the field is accepting of women, the vulnerability of tech platforms such as TikTok, the war in Ukraine…
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S4 E12: The War in Ukraine - A Discussion with Author and Scholar Olesya Khromeychuk
As the war in Ukraine entered its second month, co-hosts Michael Bociurkiw and Melissa Ricci spoke with the London-based scholar and author, Olesya Khromeychuk, about the impact of the war on the country, the role of women, rehabilitation and re-construction - as well as the book she wrote about...
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S4 E6: In Conversation With Author and War Correspondent Janine di Giovani
In this special episode of Global Impact, co-hosts Michael Bociurkiw and Melissa Ricci speak to multi award-winning journalist, war correspondent and author Janine di Giovanni. Her new book, The Vanishing, anchors a discussion on the shocking decline in numbers of Christians in the Middle East.…
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S4 E5: In Conversation With Sage Gallon
A moving and memorable chat with Sage Gallon - the published and award winning multi-media artist. Co-hosts Melissa Ricci and Michael Bociurkiw speak to a man who has so much to offer in terms of life lessons, overcoming the impossible, surviving addiction and homelessness, creating art - and…
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S4 E4: In Conversation With Marketing Guru Thomas Barta
Co-hosts Melissa Ricci and Michael Bociurkiw chat with European marketing expert Thomas Barta about brand strategy, the influence of influencers, the impact of the pandemic on business and his likes and dislikes.
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S4 E3: In Conversation With Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba
Not only is he one of the youngest diplomats to have emerged out of Ukraine, Dmytro Kuleba is among the youngest foreign ministers to walk the corridors of power on the world stage. Co-hosts Melissa Ricci & Michael Bociurkiw engage the minister on a variety of topics - from his thoughts on the...
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S4 E2: In Conversation With Mark Henick
Mark Henick's TEDx talk, "WHY WE CHOSE SUICIDE", is among the most watched in the world with over 6 million views. His story of searching for “THE MAN IN THE LIGHT BROWN JACKET” who saved his life from a teenage suicide attempt went viral around world. Informed by his direct experience with…
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S4 E1: In Conversation With a Journalist Who Left Fox News, Ivory Hecker
Known best for the bold and abrupt way she parted ways with Fox News, American journalist Ivory Hecker discusses her career, the changing media business, censorship, the Covid-19 pandemic and more. Ivory's website: https://ivoryhecker.com/
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S3 E10: In Conversation with Dr. Nahid Bhadelia
From Los Angeles and New York City, co-hosts Michael Bociurkiw and Melissa Ricci speak to top US infectious diseases expert Dr. Nahid Bhadelia - starting with the question of whether we have seen the worst of the Covid-19 pandemic. They also talk about the release of Michael's new book - Digital...
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S3 E9: In Conversation With Award-Winning Investigative Journalist Victor Malarek
The street kid who made it. Victor Malarek is one of the most-renowned journalists in Canada, having broken many stories on corruption, police incompetence, and government ineptitude. His writing has shone a light into the dark corners of humanity where many dare not tread. He has taken up issues...
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S3 E8: Aviation, Travel and Covid-19
Co-hosts Michael Bociurkiw and Melissa Ricci look towards the future as they discuss the direction of the Covid-19 pandemic, especially as it has affected travel. Their special guest this episode is Jason Middleton, the CEO of Silver Air Private Jets.
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S3 E7: In Conversation With Dr. Larry Rosen
Smartphone and social media addiction. Even pre-pandemic we were spending increasing amounts of time glued to our devices. Co-hosts Michael Bociurkiw and Melissa Ricci speak to one of the foremost technology expert in the US, psychologist Larry Rosen, about addiction and how it can be curbed. How...
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In Conversation With Philippe Moreau Chevrolet
A conversation with prominent French commentator, Philippe Moreau Chevrolet. Joining host Michael Bociurkiw is the French-Italian actress (and Global Impact alumnu) Melissa Ricci. A host of topics are covered, including: the draconian coronavirus lockdowns in France, the governance style of...
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S3 E5: In Conversation With Xanthe Scharff
Cutting-edge journalism has taken a hit during the Covid-19 pandemic, with news outlets worldwide impacted by a decline in ad and subscription revenues, mobility restrictions and other stresses. And yet there are entities which have managed to shine a spotlight on the many inequities that have...
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S3 E4: Fashion - In Conversation With Cara Smyth
A previous fashion industry executive, Cara Smyth is extremely well-placed to identify the parts of the supply chain of this sector which have the greatest environmental impact. And where things can be changed to reduce its footprint. Also in this episode - an update on the worsening situation in...
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S3 E3: Arab Spring, Ten Years After - In Conversation With Shahira Amin
Ten years after a pro-democracy uprising in the Middle East, has the 'Arab Spring' turned into a winter? We speak to journalist Shahira Amin, the former deputy head of Egyptian state-owned Nile TV and one of its senior anchors. She resigned from the position on February 3, 2011, over its biased...
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S3 E2: In Conversation with Actress Melissa Ricci
Welcome to the second episode of season three of Global Impact, co-hosted with Rasha Goel. We present a conversation with the French-Italian actress Melissa Ricci, where we discuss her work, the impact of the economic downturn on the film industry, the importance of story telling during these…
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S3 E1: The Year Just Passed, The Year Ahead in 2021
In this first episode of Season 3, we present highlights from the past year and look at trends to watch out for in 2021. An update on the global coronavirus situation. Excerpts from my mini power panel on the year ahead with Farzana Baduel of London's Curzon. Audio clips from previous guests...
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S2 E10: In Conversation With Infectious Disease Expert Dr. Michael Osterholm
In this special episode, we discuss the many aspects of the Covid-19 pandemic and vaccines with US infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Osterholm. He is also a member of President-elect Joe Biden's transition coronavirus task force. In a grim forecast, he predicts the coronavirus 'forest fire'…
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S2 E9: Wearable Technology, Jimmy Lai Sentencing in HK, US elections, Covid-19
We've long said that the Covid-19 pandemic provided an inflection point for technology. No less so than in the area of "wearables" and tracking apps. We speak to the founder of a start-up providing safe PPE to people on the frontlines. We hear from Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai who was charged...
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S2 E8: On the Road Edition: US Elections Aftermath & the Future of Travel
Still on the road, from South Florida we discuss the aftermath of the US election: what will the outgoing president attempt to accomplish in his final days in office and what's on the agenda for incoming President Joe Biden. We also talk travel - to an expert in "transformational travel" - Jake...
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S2 E7: End of US Voting Period, Covid & Travel, Asia-Pacific in 2021
Global Impact is on the road again - on the eve of one of the most consequential elections in modern times, in one of the most crucial states, Florida. With 29 electoral votes at stake, the importance of Florida for either presidential candidates cannot be under-estimated. Also - a look ahead to...
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S2 E6: Conflict on the Doorsteps of Europe & Asia; A Second Wave of Covid-19; Election 2020
A remote, landlocked and mountainous piece of land in the South Caucuses is drawing a lot of attention - and firepower - as two former Soviet republics with Russia Turkey and others in the mix battle it out. The battle between Azerbaijan and Armenia over Nagorno-Karabakh threaten stability in the...
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S2 E5: In Conversation with Peter Maurer, ICRC
An in-depth conversation with Peter Maurer, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). It is one of the most widely recognized and respected organizations in the world, having won three Nobel Peace Prizes in 1917, 1944, and 1963. Because of its mandate and its ability to...
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S2 E4: United Nations General Assembly Goes Virtual
As the UN turns 75, the world body is holding its first-ever virtual annual meeting of leaders. In what has become known as the 'Superbowl of diplomacy,' speeches from 193 world leaders were to be delivered via pre-recorded videos. The Covid-10 pandemic tops the agenda, followed closely by…
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S2 E3: In Conversation with Dr. Syra Madad
With the Covid-19 pandemic hitting 27-million cases and claiming almost 900,000 lives, we turn to Dr. Syra Madad for some answers and guidance. Featured in the Netflix series, Pandemic, she is a nationally-recognized leader and epidemiologist in public health and special pathogens preparedness…
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S2 E2: On Location in Ottawa: Belarus, Russia, Covid-19, Travel
On the road, we bring you this Episode 2 of Season 2 from Ottawa. Starting with the unrest in Belarus and the suspected poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Novalny. We then jump into the latest on the Covid-19 pandemic, which by now has crossed the grim milestone of 23-million cases and...
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S2 E1: Feature Discussion With Rotary International's John Hewko
In this season opening episode, we discuss a range of topics with the head of Rotary International, John Hewko. We touch on the organization's global efforts to eradicate polio, efforts to battle Covid-19 to the ground, Rotary's role in assisting in the Beirut tragedy, volunteerism and much more....
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Episode 20: More on Travel + Covid-19, a brewing political scandal in Canada, Ukraine ceasefire & Hong Kong
More on travel, as Global Impact hits the road. Also - the Covid-19 pandemic and a widening scandal involving Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, his immediate family and inner circle, his government - and the charity juggernaut WE Charity. We also update on recent developments in Ukraine and...
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Episode 18: In Conversation with Mark MacKinnon, Foreign Correspondent
From Hong Kong to China to Jordan to Ukraine and Russia. We discuss various geopolitical hotspots with the Globe and Mail's senior international correspondent, Mark MacKinnon. Also - how strongmen are manipulating Civid-19. President Putin's tightening grasp on power in Russia, the shoot-down of...
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Episode 17: The Death of Hong Kong
July 1, 2020 marked not only the anniversary of Hong Kong's handover to China, it was also a day when the territory's people woke up to news that a draconian, wide-sweeping National Security Act signed by Chinese President Xi Jinping had taken effect. Passed rapidly and without consultation, it...
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Episode 16: An Exclusive Conversation With Ambassador William Taylor
One of the first witnesses called to testify publicly in the House Democrats' impeachment inquiry was the respected career diplomat William Taylor. We managed to catch up with him this week in Washington, DC to cover a wide range of topics, including: the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine,...
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Episode 15: Smartphones & Fintech Amid the Covid-19 Pandemic
Over the years technology has received a bad rap for everything from Silicon Valley firms selling our data to app developers deliberately hooking our kids onto screens. In this episode we feature two special guests. Author and teacher Diana Graber shares her views on how children, parents and...
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Episode 14: In Conversation With Chef David Hawksworth
Celebrity chef David Hawksworth joins us at our virtual table to talk about surviving the Covid-19 pandemic, promoting a more vibrant and dynamic Canadian food scene and preparing outstanding dishes for Air Canada passengers at 33,000 feet. And keeping his thriving restaurant business fired up…
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Episode 13: In Conversation with Jennifer Zhu Scott
This week we take the show back to Hong Kong to speak with a leading voice on technology and crypto-currency, Jennifer Zhu Scott. Her TED talk on monetizing your data has generated well over 1.3 million views. In 2018, Forbes named her one of the world’s top 50 women in tech. We discuss how to...
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Episode 12: In Conversation With Robert Jenkins, UNICEF
As the number of cases from Covid-19 surpassed the grim death toll of 5-million, new data shows how the pandemic is hitting children worldwide - through missed immunizations and closed schools. We speak to Robert Jenkins, the chief of education at UNICEF.
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Episode 11: In Conversation With Emily Lau
This week, we take the show to Hong Kong to speak with former legislator and a leading voice of the pro-democracy movement, Emily Lau. But first we review some of the recent developments with the Covid-19 outbreak in the Russian Federation.
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Episode 10: In Conversation with Dr. Anastasia Vasilyeva
With the global Covid-19 caseload now surpassing the grim milestone of 4-million, we head over to Russia where an uncontrolled outbreak is adding as many as 10,000 new cases-a-day. Doctors, with little in the way of protection, are being forced to treat patients in extremely dangerous conditions....
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Episode 9: In Conversation with Dr. Boris Lushniak
Three months after the WHO declared a global public health emergency, we travel to Maryland to speak to the former Acting Surgeon-General of the United States, Dr. Boris Lushniak. About the coronavirus pandemic globally - and more locally in the United States. With some very important advice at…
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Episode 8: In Conversation With Ambassador Alexander Vershbow
We take a geopolitical lens to the Covid-19 outbreak and discuss developments in Russia, Ukraine and elsewhere with the former NATO Deputy Secretary General and the former US ambassador to Russia, Alexander Vershbow
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Episode 7: In Conversation With RAI TV's Liana Mistretta
This week we took Global Impact on the road to Italy - one of the countries hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic, with over 162,000 infected and more than 21,000 deaths. We invited RAI TV’s Liana Mistretta - foreign correspondent and anchor to speak about the situation in Italy, how her work as a...
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World Exclusive: In Conversation With Jim Rogers
In the midst of a global public health crisis, we are all grasping for answers - especially when it comes to financial security. And what to think of the elected leaders trying to mitigate the spread of Covid-19? The American investor and financial commentator, Jim Rogers, provides the…
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Episode 5: In Discussion With Chef Jennifer Sebasigari
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, when it is difficult to see the horizon, it is important to be well provisioned - and to keep our nutrition and immunity levels up. In this episode, Chef Jennifer Sebasigari talks food and how to keep the pantry well-stocked.
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Episode 4: In Discussion With Dr. Sue Varma
In this special coronavirus edition of Global Impact, I've invited renowned American psychiatrist and television commentator, Dr. Sue Varma, to walk us through some of the mental health issues and coping tactics in a world in the midst of the virus outbreak.
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Global Impact Launch Episode v2
There's an enormous thirst for facts and more context on the disruption that the coronavirus has brought to our everyday lives. In this revised episode, I amplify some of the thoughts I had published on opinion and on-air comments this week. Have a listen!
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Launch Episode: Questions Answered as the Coronavirus Races Around the Globe
In this launch episode of Global Impact, we present the latest update on the spread of the coronavirus - how some countries such as Israel are enacting draconian measures to limit infection. And how the relationship between WHO and UN member states complicates it’s work. Also the MH17 criminal...
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We live in an increasingly confusing and unpredictable world. In Global Impact, co-hosts Michael Bociurkiw and Melissa Ricci connect the dots to world events so you don’t have to. Special guests inform and provide exclusive insights. Not to be missed!
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