The Global Hustle

Bolivia lost its access to the Pacific Ocean over a century ago, and that single geographic fact still shapes every trade decision the country makes. In this episode, host Sergio Lewis talks with Gissela Morales Medina, an international trade expert who has worked across Bolivia's private export sector, the American Chamber of Commerce, the Embassy of India, and international development progr...

What does it take to bring a species back from extinction and keep an entire culture alive while doing it? In this episode of The Global Hustle, Sergio speaks with Narangerel Naranpurev (aka Nara), Conservation Director at the Wildlife Science Conservation Center in Mongolia. Nara spent 15 years on the front lines of one of the most remarkable wildlife recovery stories of the modern era: the reint...

In this compelling episode, host Sergio Lewis speaks with Abdulrosheed Fadipe, a Nigerian linguist, writer, and AI trainer on a mission to preserve the Yoruba language through modern technology. The conversation explores the critical intersection of cultural preservation, language technology, and the growing demand for African language services in the digital age. The Yoruba Language Market: Abdul...

Meet Jack Ndahiro, Head of Logistics & Procurement at Zipline, the drone delivery company that's revolutionizing healthcare across Africa. Starting as a flight operations engineer in 2017, Jack has been instrumental in scaling Zipline from 10 flights a day to over 500 daily deliveries across Rwanda, Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, and Côte d'Ivoire. But Jack's entrepreneurial journey doesn&...

Norayr, a network engineer and social entrepreneur, is tackling two critical challenges: agricultural modernization and rural economic development. Through his livestock management app "HoViv", he's helping farmers increase productivity with GPS tracking for livestock and ovulation period monitoring for dairy cows. The technology bridges the gap between traditional farming methods and modern effic...

In this episode, Sergio reconnects with Anna Sabirova, who shares her unique journey from working summers selling educational resources in the US to pursuing a career as a midwife in Latvia. The conversation highlights the stark differences between Latvian and American healthcare systems, particularly regarding maternal support, while showcasing Anna's entrepreneurial mindset and desire to create...

Patrik shares his journey from working in the private sector to becoming a journalist after feeling unfulfilled in his corporate roles. He discusses his first major story about abuse at the Budapest Ballet Academy, which helped launch his investigative journalism career. The conversation explores the challenges of maintaining journalistic integrity in Hungary's current political climate, where ind...

This interview features Chanele Coates, an HR professional working for the government of Jamaica. She discusses the current state of HR in Jamaica and the wider Caribbean region, which she describes as being 10-15 years behind North America and Europe in terms of digitization and modernization. Key points from the conversation include: HR systems in Jamaica are still largely administrative and pap...

Discover how Mahabat navigated cultural expectations when her parents steered her away from her dream of becoming a doctor and toward language studies instead. Makhabat offers unique insights into the challenges of teaching English in a post-Soviet educational environment. She explains her innovative teaching philosophy that encourages students to "make mistakes confidently" and how she incorporat...

This episode of the Global Hustle podcast explores the intersection of career, culture, and global change. We speak with Nihad Yaqublu, a software developer from Azerbaijan, about his unconventional career journey and his observations on how societal values and technology are transforming the world of work. Nihad provides valuable insights into Azerbaijan's economic development, generational shift...

How does a divided island nation shape the careers of its professionals? In this episode of Global Hustle , we sit down with Maria Hadjisavva, an Audit Manager at a Big Four firm in Cyprus, to explore how the island’s unique history and thriving financial sector influence career opportunities. From studying in the UK to navigating the world of finance back home, Maria shares insights on building a...

What if your home country's borders didn't exist on a map? How difficult would it be to explain your identity to others? Those are the struggles of everyday professionals from Kurdistan. Wzhar Saadi, a university lecturer from Kurdistan, shares his journey of identity, resilience, and motivation. Wzhar discusses the challenges of being Kurdish in a world that often overlooks his people, his experi...

In this conversation, Selen Demir shares her journey into software engineering, discussing her educational background, the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field, and the importance of networking. She reflects on her experiences with startups, her aspirations in space technology, and the support she received from her family. Selen emphasizes the significance of personal development...

Aron Kamil shares his journey from managing social media as a hobby to establishing a successful digital marketing agency, DAKA Ethiopia. He discusses the skills he has developed, particularly in team and client management, and the challenges of customizing services for diverse clients. Aron emphasizes the importance of networking for client acquisition and reflects on the competitive landscape of...

Building and maintaining a career in a war zone can mean taking on many different jobs. Mariia Zivert completed law school just as war hit Ukraine. She shares her inspiring story, balancing two jobs and a life-saving volunteer role at a humanitarian organization. To learn how you can help with humanitarian efforts in Ukraine and around the world through Lifting Hands International, visit lhi.org

In this episode of The Global Hustle Podcast, host Sergio Lewis introduces listeners to a young married couple from Accra, Ghana. Miracle "Mimie" and Edward "Eddie" Nortey are both entrepreneurs. Mimie is a fashion designer and Eddie is a founder of a non-profit. They share their experiences, professional journeys, and challenges they face. You can learn more about Eddie's non-profit, the Self Rel...