Now Boarding host Payal sits down with Avnish Desai to explore a journey shaped by unexpected turns, education, and giving back.

From initially aspiring to be a dentist to finding his path at Singapore Management University, Avnish reflects on how SMU opened doors through mentorship, leadership, and global representation. He shares defining moments from serving in the student union to representing Singapore internationally and how these experiences shaped his outlook on opportunity and impact. The conversation also highlights his continued involvement with SMU through alumni philanthropy and mentorship, including initiatives that support students beyond financial aid. At its heart, this episode is about resilience, community, and the quiet power of meaningful contribution.

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In this episode of Now Boarding, Payal speaks with Robert Collin, a distinguished expert whose career spans law, social work, and environmental planning. Robert shares how his lifelong motivation to help the most vulnerable guided him to bridge multiple disciplines and work on meaningful social change. He reflects on founding Oregon’s first Environmental Justice Task Force, advocating for marginalized communities, and shaping climate education policy. Robert also discusses the emotional side of the climate crisis, offering practical actions,from painting roofs white to educating children about natural disasters and much more. His insights highlight the importance of elevating diverse voices in the climate movement.

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This episode features Lindsey Struck from Nest, a Non-Profit Organization dedicated to supporting the responsible growth of the global artisan economy.

With over a decade of experience in nonprofit governance and social impact, Lindsey shares insights into how Nest connects artisan communities worldwide with mainstream businesses, fostering eco-conscious production and economic inclusion.

The conversation highlights Nest’s role in empowering artisans through knowledge, collaboration, and responsible partnerships, helping preserve cultural authenticity while promoting sustainable growth. A thoughtful look at how craft, creativity, and connection can build a more equitable and prosperous world.

Episode streaming on all podcast streaming platforms and on YouTube.

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For decades, women have trusted menstrual products without questioning what’s inside them. But shocking research reveals that many contain harmful chemicals and heavy metals, a silent threat to long-term health.

In this episode, Céline Ventalon, Founder of Emer, shares how her discovery of these hidden dangers sparked a mission to change the narrative around periods.

From breaking deep-rooted taboos in Southeast Asia to creating safe, sustainable alternatives, Céline is redefining what period care means. This conversation isn’t just about a product, it’s about reclaiming health, challenging stigma, and honoring the natural power of the female body.

The full conversation on transforming your period experience from the inside out is live on the channel. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube.

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We are told the solution to plastic pollution is a beach cleanup. But what happens after the bags are filled?

Josh O’Neill, a scuba instructor who traded a Corporate Project management career for a picker and a trash bag, started asking that question. His answer led him to found The Litter Club and mobilize over 6,000 volunteers across Southeast Asia.

But this episode is about more than cleaning beaches. It is about the shocking metric most nonprofits don’t report, the innovative way to prevent volunteer burnout with Zumba and music, and the profound power of a single human choice. Josh takes us from the shores of Singapore to his work within a local Thai community, revealing how true change is forged not in grand gestures, but in connection and consistency.

This is a conversation that will change how you see every piece of plastic and every opportunity to make a difference.

The latest episode of Now Boarding with Josh O’Neill is live. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform.

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We often think organizing travel photos is the biggest challenge, but the truth is far more revealing. The real chaos comes from the daily clutter of our digital lives countless images of meals, parking spots, and random screenshots that bury our most meaningful moments.

Professional photographer Angela Andrieux understands this risk and the irreplaceable memories it threatens. She shares the essential 3-2-1 backup rule, a fundamental practice that protects your travel stories from disaster. This is about more than saving pictures it is about preserving the experiences that shape us.

Photographer Angela Andrieux explains how this noise hides our true stories and offers a clear method to find them. This is a path to reclaiming your narrative and discovering the powerful stories lost in your camera roll.

Watch this revealing perspective and explore the full conversation on Now Boarding.

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Cathy Nesbitt does not limit composting to her condo. She brings her wrigglers to school. In this episode, she walks us through the moment a grade-three class went from squealing at worms to drafting letters that helped ban single-use styrofoam in their cafeteria.

What you’ll hear:

1️⃣ The exact ice-breaker Cathy uses to get kids to pick up a worm in under 60 seconds.

2️⃣ How a single jar of “black-gold” castings sparked a school-wide veggie-garden project.

3️⃣ The ripple effect: those same students, now in high school, campaigning for city-wide food-waste pickup.

4️⃣ Why Cathy believes youth activism is the secret sauce to fixing Canada’s landfill crisis.

Hit play, feel the squirm, and maybe recruit your own mini eco-army.

🔗 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube.

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Barcelona welcomes millions, but overtourism is reshaping the city. Crowded streets, rising rents, and tension with locals.

Morvan Le Boulanger has seen it firsthand: he’s managed sustainability across 600+ rentals, handled large-scale operations, and helped drive change at city level.

In this episode, Morvan explains why 15% of Barcelona’s economy depends on tourism, yet 85% does not and what that means for city life. He compares Barcelona to Vienna, where strong urban planning and public housing help locals feel at home, even as 7 million visitors arrive every year.

What’s the way forward? Smarter planning, spreading visitors beyond the city center, and building networks where businesses and communities learn from each other. Morvan shares what’s working, where Barcelona can improve, and practical ideas for cities everywhere facing overtourism.

Episode out now. Available on all podcast streaming platforms and on YouTube .

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