Sameer Hossain

The Pathfinder Pod

Business EN ↓ 5 episodes

Welcome to the Pathfinder Pod with host Sameer Hossain. This series delves into problem solving strategies developed over the course of nearly two decades of public service. From stories about advancing international human rights around the world to keeping communities safe here at home, each episode will focus on one guiding principle that serves as a foundation for addressing any given challenge. Do subscribe to follow along and be a part of this storytelling journey.

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Sameer Hossain

Episodes

03: Keep it real 31.12.2025 19:30

In this final episode of 2025, I bring it all home with the story of the most difficult task I've ever been assigned in the federal government. It put all of my skills and experiences to the test. It also taught me some lessons that I carry with me going forward. Tune it to find out the principle I applied to tackle this complex issue!

BONUS - Back to the Camps 28.12.2025 3:14

After releasing Episode 2, I received an invitation to return to the Rohingya refugee camps. Tune in to hear about how I became inspired by the resilience of the Rohingya people, who remain resilient and pursue a life of dignity, despite the odds.

02: Take it easy policy 13.10.2025 15:10

In Episode 2, I discuss how a word of caution from His Holiness the Dalai Lama helped shape my perspective and approach on dealing with very serious issues.

01: Srsly? 12.10.2025 8:16

In Episode 1, we delve into striking the right balance of seriousness to get the job done.

Hello, what's this? 05.08.2025 3:07

Introducing The Pathfinder Pod! What does it mean to take a principled approach to problem solving? How can lessons learned from a career in public service inform solutions to complex social and policy challenges? Why is storytelling so important to this? Follow along as we delve into these and other questions to help navigate this unique moment. Thanks for tuning in!