Invisible Experts

In the powerful closing episode of Season 2, Dr. Andrés Morales is joined by Olav Muurlink—Australian academic, journalist, and social innovator—for a deep and personal conversation about the intersections of rural resilience, anti-corruption work, and education for transformation.   Olav shares his remarkable journey: growing up isolated in rural Australia, receiving an entire education via corre...

What does it really take to transition a country of over 17,000 islands toward clean energy? In this compelling episode of  The Invisible Experts Podcast , we speak with  Liliek Setiawan , a trailblazer in Indonesia’s renewable energy sector and founder of a solar energy social enterprise dedicated to advancing  energy equity, environmental sustainability, and community empowerment .   Liliek shar...

What happens when data, dignity, and faith come together to serve people living on the margins? In this deeply moving episode of  The Invisible Experts Podcast , we sit down with  Dr. Tina Facca-Miess —a business professor, marketing expert, and social justice advocate—whose work bridges the worlds of academia, spirituality, and global impact. Tina left a successful corporate marketing career to p...

What happens when a whole sector built on care, solidarity, and global aid faces its biggest funding crisis in decades? In this deeply timely episode of  The Invisible Experts Podcast , we speak with  Kelsi Kriitmaa , global health expert, coach, and founder of a coaching practice tailored to social impact professionals.   Kelsi brings over 20 years of experience in humanitarian aid, UN agencies,...

How do language, technology, and cultural identity shape learning? In this thoughtful and globally relevant episode of  The Invisible Experts Podcast , we speak with  Hannah Simmons , an education specialist working at the intersection of  early childhood development, language equity, and educational technology  in East Africa.   Hannah shares her powerful personal journey—from studying African la...

Can a 12-year-old really change how we think about waste, entrepreneurship, and community action? In this powerful episode of  The Invisible Experts Podcast , we meet  Joseph Wijaya —known locally as  Joseph Recycling —a young environmental activist and entrepreneur from Bali who's turning plastic waste into products with purpose.   Joseph began his recycling journey during the COVID-19 pandemic,...

What if the answer to our growing energy crisis has been all around us—literally—in the oceans? In this groundbreaking episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast,  Andrew Karim , inventor and founder of  Active Kinetic One , shares his powerful vision of a clean energy future rooted in ocean motion, magnetic science, and radical innovation.   With a background in tech giants like Microsoft and Briti...

What do the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) mean beyond the UN reports and colourful icons? Are they truly transforming the world—or simply reinforcing old systems with new language? In this powerful episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast, Dr. Andrés Morales brings together two leading thinkers from different worlds to unpack this critical question:  Paola Raffaelli , a scholar of cooperati...

What happens when we stop viewing Africa as a place of problems and start investing in its potential? In this insightful episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast, we speak with  Koffi Assouan , a leading voice in youth innovation, digital transformation, and inclusive development across the African continent.   With decades of experience working with organisations like  The Mastercard Foundation ,...

What does it really take to build an ecosystem where social impact thrives? In this heartfelt and insightful episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast, we’re joined by  Jessica Oyarbide , co-founder of  Ekhos , a platform dedicated to strengthening social impact ecosystems across Latin America and Europe.   Drawing on her background in political science, sustainability, and facilitation, Jess share...

🎧 En este nuevo episodio en español de  Expertos Invisibles , Sara Calvo conversa con  Pablo Gómez Romero , experto en emprendimiento rural, desarrollo territorial y sostenibilidad. Con una trayectoria dedicada al fortalecimiento de comunidades rurales, Pablo ha impulsado ecosistemas de emprendimiento en territorios muchas veces olvidados por las grandes narrativas urbanas. 🌾 🛤️ A lo largo del e...

What if policymaking wasn’t just for politicians—but truly shaped by the people it impacts? In this powerful episode of  The Invisible Experts Podcast , we sit down with  Maeve Curtin , researcher, practitioner, and social innovation advocate, to explore the concept of  policy co-production  and how it could transform how governments and communities design solutions together.   Drawing from her ex...

🎧 En este nuevo episodio en español de Expertos Invisibles, Sara Calvo conversa con José Carlos Soldevilla Saavedra, arquitecto urbanista y experto en innovación, transporte y movilidad sostenible. Con una trayectoria que abarca tanto el sector público como privado en Latinoamérica, José Carlos ha liderado iniciativas internacionales enfocadas en transformar nuestras ciudades a través de solucion...

What if investing wasn’t just about financial returns, but about creating meaningful, lasting social change? In this episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast,  David Lim , a social investment specialist and network builder, unpacks the complexities of  impact investing, social enterprises, and the future of funding for purpose-driven businesses .   With a background in  corporate finance, governme...

What if waste wasn’t just a problem, but an opportunity to build a better future? In this eye-opening episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast,  Chineyenwa Okoro Onu-Wyetey , founder of  Waste Or Create Hub , shares how she is turning plastic waste into innovative products, empowering young leaders, and pushing businesses and governments to take real action on sustainability.   Chineyenwa’s journe...

Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, yet millions of people across Africa still lack reliable and safe drinking water. In this episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast,  Michael Nimoh , Global Strategic Programs Director at  Spouts of Water , shares his mission to revolutionise water access through affordable, sustainable, and locally produced filtration solutions.   Michael provide...

The green economy is on the rise, but are businesses truly committed to sustainability, or is it just another marketing gimmick? In this eye-opening episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast, we sit down with  Georgios Farfaras , founder of  GreenWays Social Cooperative , to discuss the  hidden realities of the beauty industry, the power of social cooperatives, and why true sustainability is still...

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were launched with the ambition to eradicate poverty, address climate change, and build a more equitable world by 2030. But as we approach the deadline, critical questions arise: Are we truly on track? Have the SDGs led to meaningful progress, or have they become another bureaucratic framework with little real-world impact? More importantly—what comes next?...

Brexit has reshaped the economic and political landscape of the UK—but what does this mean for social enterprises and sustainable organisations? In this thought-provoking episode of The Invisible Experts Podcast, Professor Michael Roy, a leading authority on social innovation, explores how Brexit is impacting the sector and why social enterprises are more vital than ever in creating a resilient, c...

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were created as a blueprint for a better world, tackling poverty, climate change, and inequality by 2030. But are we really on track to meet these ambitious targets? As we move closer to the deadline, the reality is complex—progress has been made, but significant challenges remain. Is the SDG framework still relevant, or do we need a new global strategy? In...

In this inspiring episode of Invisible Experts, we welcome Gladys Rockson, a dedicated health advocate and the visionary behind the Rocksons Foundation and Miss Health Ghana. Gladys shares her personal journey of turning personal loss into a mission to empower vulnerable communities across Ghana through education, health advocacy, and women’s leadership. Discover how her initiatives address key ch...

In this insightful episode of Invisible Experts, Jeroen Van Overbeek shares his inspiring journey from a corporate executive to a social entrepreneur transforming lives in Indonesia. Founder of Social Impact, Jeroen has spent over a decade providing clean water solutions to underserved communities across the archipelago. We explore the challenges of cultural adaptation, the role of trust in workin...

In this inspiring episode of Invisible Experts, Rashvin Pal Singh, co-founder of Biji-Biji Initiative and Me.reka, shares his journey of driving social and environmental impact in Malaysia and beyond. From pioneering circular economy projects to empowering communities through upcycling and capacity-building initiatives, Rashvin offers valuable insights into sustainable entrepreneurship and collabo...

In this engaging episode of Invisible Experts, we speak with Julie Pybus, journalist and member of the advisory board. Julie brings decades of experience in covering the evolving social enterprise landscape and advocating for solutions journalism. From her early days reporting on the UK charity sector to shaping global narratives on social impact, Julie shares her insights on the importance of sto...

In this heartfelt episode of Invisible Experts, Kiara, founder of Marimba Jam, shares her incredible journey of using music and entrepreneurship to transform the lives of South African youth. From starting a marimba programme as a school project to building a thriving social enterprise, Kiara discusses the power of music in unlocking potential, fostering community, and promoting peace in a divided...