Meres J. Weche

Makers & Shakers

Society EN ↓ 9 episodes

Our goal is to engage in stimulating conversations with a wide range of innovators, creatives, entrepreneurs, and leaders pushing the envelope of what’s possible. Podcast by MeresOfArabia.com.

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Meres J. Weche

Episodes

Ep. 9 — Why Toronto still needs to believe in art 13.12.2025 33:50

In this episode, we speak with Kelly Langgard, Director and CEO of the Toronto Arts Council and Toronto Arts Foundation, about why arts funding matters in a city under pressure. From the 50th anniversary theme “Believe in Art” to paid mentorship, Black arts operating support, and the balance between public and private investment, the conversation reframes culture as essential infrastructure shapin...

Episode 8 — From activist to leading Canada's race to climate neutrality 26.05.2022 17:10

An interview with Canada's Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault. We discussed his trip to Ghana to announce a $20 million fund over four years to support four West African countries—Ghana, Liberia, The Gambia, and Togo—with data systems needed to fight climate change.

Episode 7 — Championing diversity at work and in sports 01.03.2022 31:20

An interview with David Rawlings, Chief Executive Officer for JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Canada. We discuss the interesting nexus between sports and the workplace as it pertains to diversity, inclusion, equity and the power of role models and mentorship. We spoke to Rawlings within the context of his participation in a virtual panel titled 'The Chase Diversity Alliance: The Black Experience in Sp...

Episode 6 — Science and adventure on the Arctic seas 29.01.2022 29:48

An interview with French scientist and explorer Éric Brossier who, aboard his polar expedition boat, the Vagabond, conducts scientific experiments with his wife France in the Arctic while raising their two daughters on board as they sail the world.

Episode 5 — Exploring the science of food 24.01.2022 32:02

An interview with Anthony Morgan, a molecular research scientist, entrepreneur and guest host of CBC's Chef Secrets: The Science of Cooking. The documentary is a real eye-opener about how science enhances cooking and helps us solve some fundamental food mysteries.

Episode 4 — 19 million reasons to invest in Toronto's COVID-hit small businesses and culture 16.07.2021 18:22

An interview with the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Canada's Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages. We discuss the announcement of a $19 million investment by the Government of Canada aimed at bolstering the city of Toronto's economic recovery in light of the significant challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. We place a particular focus on Black-owned businesses in Toronto's Litt...

Episode 3 — Telling the story of Extreme E 20.04.2021 23:39

An interview with Ali Russell, Extreme E Chief Marketing Officer. The five-race global electric SUV off-road racing series aims to leverage the power and popularity of motorsports to raise awareness about climate change by holding races in extreme environments around the world which have already been damaged or affected by climate and environmental issues.

Episode 2 — Dancing around the white saviour complex 17.06.2020 28:57

An interview with South African-born professional ballet dancer Siphesihle November. The young Second Soloist from the National Ballet of Canada discusses his amazing journey from the Zolani township to inspiring a new generation on a global stage.

Episode 1 — Keeping CONTACT with photography 13.04.2020 25:26

An interview with Darcy Killeen, executive director of the annual Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival.