The Intelligence Report with Dylan Welch

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Sam Fletcher, founder of Odyssea Diving at EarthX for a conversation about ocean adventures, wildlife encounters, and our connection to the natural world. From whale watching to the spectacle of dolphins and seabirds gathering at sea, Dylan and Sam share the experiences that make exploring the ocean unforgettable. Their conver...

From Panama City to the global climate stage, how does a government turn environmental ambition into action? In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch interviews Juan Carlos Navarro, Panama’s Minister of Environment, about the intersection of government leadership, international cooperation, and investment in nature. Welch hosted this interview in his role as Chief Correspondent for...

What comes after a career in professional hockey? For Doug Lynch, the next chapter means bringing his experience as an athlete to the business of sustainable athletic apparel. In this episode of The Intelligence Report, host Dylan Welch sits down with Doug at EarthX to learn about his transition from professional hockey player to president of a sustainable fitness and fashion brand. His journey co...

Is a four-year degree still the best path to success? Dylan Welch, host of The Intelligence Report, sits down with Jason Seedall, Executive Director of the Roosevelt Alliance, to discuss the growing demand for skilled workers, the return of apprenticeships, and how AI and rising education costs are reshaping the American workforce. They also explore the Roosevelt Alliance’s work to bring policymak...

Nahid Karimi and Mahdi Rahimi join Dylan Welch, founder of Welch International , to share their firsthand perspectives on life in Afghanistan, the Taliban’s return to power and the realities facing young Afghans today. Nahid recounts growing up in Kabul, representing Afghanistan as a gymnast and using music to advocate for peace and women’s rights before the Taliban takeover changed everything. Af...

Coral reefs support roughly a quarter of all marine life, protect vulnerable coastlines and sustain communities and economies around the world. But with reefs disappearing at an alarming rate, traditional conservation funding alone may not be enough. Dylan Welch sits down with Sam Teicher, co-founder and chief reef officer of Coral Vita , to discuss how the company is building a profitable busines...

What can glaciers teach us about our changing planet, and why should people thousands of miles away from the world’s great ice fields care? In this episode of The Intelligence Report Podcast , Dylan Welch sits down with glacier researcher, journalist, and explorer Grace Cordsen to discuss her work across the Arctic and Antarctic and what she has witnessed firsthand in some of the planet’s most rem...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Sahara Maazel and Suman Shah, two high school sophomores and co-founders of the Youth Climate Action Alliance (YCAA), to discuss how young people can turn climate concern into meaningful action. From launching community solar initiatives and recycling programs at their own schools to building a network of 16 partner schools ac...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Peng Cau, Director of Siemens for Startups Americas, entrepreneur, investor, and longtime advocate for deep technology innovation. After building and scaling her own automation company over more than two decades before a successful exit, Peng now helps the next generation of founders navigate one of the most difficult challeng...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , host Dylan Welch sits down with Pat Donohue, world traveler, sustainability consultant at Anthesis, and environmental advocate, to discuss how firsthand experiences around the world shaped his perspective on conservation, business, and meaningful impact. Pat shares how traveling and working in places like Costa Rica transformed his understanding of envi...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Gia Espinoza, Miss Earth 2026, to discuss the experiences that have shaped her journey beyond the pageant stage. From her philanthropic work and commitment to environmental stewardship to embracing new challenges and constantly seeking opportunities to learn, Gia shares why personal growth begins by putting yourself in unfamil...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Jason Seedall, Executive Director of the Roosevelt Alliance and Director of the Roosevelt Initiative, to discuss how Theodore Roosevelt's legacy continues to influence modern American policy. The conversation explores the organization's work across conservation, foreign affairs, and fair commerce, while providing a b...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , host Dylan Welch sits down with Chris Stakich, CEO of Summit, to explore the transformative power of bringing exceptional people together. Dylan shares his firsthand experience attending Summit at Sea, one of the world's most sought-after gatherings of entrepreneurs, investors, artists, athletes, and changemakers. Together, they discuss what makes...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Sarah McCue to discuss her remarkable journey from growing up in poverty to becoming a senior advisor at the United Nations. Sarah shares how education became her pathway to opportunity, the lessons she learned through entrepreneurship, and the experiences that ultimately led her to work on some of the world's most pressi...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Jen Johannsen to discuss how ordinary people can create extraordinary impact in their communities. Jen shares her journey from a background in dentistry, marketing, and community engagement into the world of grassroots political organizing and advocacy. Together, they explore why many people feel disconnected from the politica...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , host Dylan Welch sits down with Nina Razmadze to explore the growing trend of fractional work and why more experienced professionals are choosing to support multiple companies rather than committing to a single full-time role. Nino shares insights from her work helping businesses improve operations, build scalable systems, and avoid the common growing p...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , host Dylan Welch sits down with two-time New York Times bestselling author MeiMei Fox to discuss her journey from the corporate world to a successful career as a writer. MeiMei shares what inspired her to leave a traditional career path, the challenges and opportunities she encountered along the way, and how following her passions ultimately led to beco...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , host Dylan Welch welcomes back Jason Seedall of the Roosevelt Alliance following the organization’s official launch at EarthX. Jason shares how the Roosevelt Alliance is working to reconnect everyday Americans with the policymaking process through bipartisan civic engagement, leadership development, and grassroots community chapters inspired by the lega...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Bailey Reichelt, founding partner of Aegis Space Law , to discuss her unconventional path into the rapidly evolving world of space law. Bailey shares how her early career as a public defender in Texas eventually led her into international trade compliance, aerospace regulations, and the legal frameworks shaping the future of t...

Recorded live from the United Nations Headquarters during the UN Multi-Stakeholder Science, Technology, and Innovation Forum, Dylan Welch, host of The Intelligence Report, sits down with Emilie McGlone, Executive Director of Peace Boat US , to discuss the unique role the Peace Boat plays in advancing sustainability and peace through floating diplomacy. Emilie shares what brought her to the UN this...

Most people assume policy is made by politicians. Mai Sistla is here to tell you otherwise. In this episode of The Intelligence Report Podcast, Dylan Welch sits down with Mai Sistla, Senior Climate Policy Advisor at the Aspen Policy Academy, for a conversation that breaks down one of the most misunderstood forces in public life: policy. What is it, who actually makes it, and how do ordinary people...

Dylan Welch sits down with Jason Seedall, Director of the Roosevelt Initiative , to explore how the legacy of Theodore Roosevelt continues to influence modern strategy across business, governance, and global affairs. The conversation breaks down Roosevelt’s core principles including conservation, fair commerce, and a disciplined approach to foreign policy, and examines how these ideas translate in...

On this episode of The Intelligence Report, Dylan Welch sits down with Chris Stakich, CEO of Summit, the organization behind some of the most influential curated gatherings in the world, including Summit at Sea. Chris shares his unconventional path to leadership, from playing college football at Harvard University to working as an expedition guide and eventually stepping into the role of CEO at on...

In this episode of The Intelligence Report Podcast , host Dylan Welch , founder of The Intelligence Report, sits down with Adam Dungan , former U.S. Marine, former CIA officer, and current candidate for Congress in Virginia’s 8th District. Adam shares the story of his journey from military service to intelligence work and now into the world of politics. The conversation explores how his experience...

In this episode of Intelligence Report , host Dylan Welch sits down with marine conservation biologist and global ocean advocate Callie Veelenturf for a wide-ranging conversation that bridges field science and international policy. As Executive Director of The Leatherback Project, a National Geographic Explorer, Explorers Club Fellow, and advisor to both the United Nations Harmony with Nature Prog...