Undaunted

Lual Mayan, born in a South Sudanese refugee camp in 1993, shares his journey from the hardships of war to becoming the CEO of Junub Games. Lual believes that it’s easy to dehumanize the displaced if you don’t know their story–so he did what he knew best. He made Salaam, a high-tension runner game that puts a player in the shoes of a refugee forced to flee a war-torn region. But beyond changing co...

On this week’s episode of Undaunted, Nava and Masud are joined by Peter Ogick, co-founder and executive director of SNUPA – the Source of the Nile Union of Persons with Albinism, a non-governmental organization in Uganda. Peter shares his personal experience of being the first person with albinism in his community and the stigma and discrimination he faced. He takes us through his profound journey...

On this episode of Undaunted, Nava and Masud are joined by Jamie Crummie, a former lawyer turned global changemaker on a mission to combat food waste. As the co-founder of Too Good To Go, the world’s largest surplus food marketplace, Jamie has pioneered a groundbreaking app that empowers people to rescue unsold food from restaurants and retailers, preventing it from going to waste. With a presence...

On this episode of Undaunted, Nava and Masud are joined by the remarkable Gitanjali Rao – A Forbes 30 under 30 honoree, Inventor, Author and UNICEF Youth Advocate whose multifaceted contributions showcase her passion for making a positive impact on society through science, innovation, and advocacy. At the age of 15, Gitanjali Rao made history as the inaugural recipient of Time magazine's 'Kid of t...

On this galvanizing episode of Undaunted, Nava and Masud are joined by Xiye Bastida, an acclaimed 21-year-old climate justice activist based in New York City. When just 13, a catastrophic flood deluged her hometown in Mexico, and Xiya’s sense of stability vanished. In its place rose a fierce urgency to address the climate crisis. Since then she has become one of the major organizers of Fridays for...

In a world where othering has become the norm, we need wise voices to guide us towards a path of unity. Professor john a. powell, Director of the Othering & Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley, is such a voice. With gentleness and keen insight he breaks down the differences between inclusion and belonging, and why the struggle to co-create a just world is ultimately a spiritual enterprise.

We kick off Season 2 of Undaunted with Climate Activist William Morris as he delves into the roots of climate change denial in the evangelical community. William shares his journey as a Christian and scientist and how he eventually came to find harmony between scripture and science. He answers the question: what will it take to overcome climate skepticism within faith-based communities?

On this week's episode of Undaunted, we talk with Río Oxas, an activist with a passion for the earth, equity, and racial justice. We discuss building sustainable communities, reducing your carbon footprint, the value of our ancestors, and how you can make a difference.

On this week's episode of Undaunted, we talk with environmental justice activist Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali. A thought-leader, strategist, and policymaker, Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali shares the connection between female rights and the environment. We also discuss the important role inner-work plays when it comes to diminishing violence.

TW // sexual assault, self harm, suicidal topics On this week's episode of Undaunted, we talk with mental health advocate and activist, Kenidra Woods. As the Founder of CHEETAH Movement, her work focuses on removing the shame and stigma around mental health. She shares her past experiences with sexual assault and self harm, her progress in working through the trauma, and her hope for a more inviti...

On this week's episode of Undaunted, we chat with Netflix’s “You” star, and Activist, Penn Badgley along with Relationship Coach and Professor Dr. Nura Mowzoon. We discuss mental health, our views on encouragement, and how our personal relationships can have a positive effect on society as a whole.

On this week's episode of Undaunted, we chat with civil rights activist, author, and educator, DeRay Mckesson. His work is grounded in fighting for Black rights, social justice, and empowering the youth to get involved in activism through education. We discuss his role in the Black Lives Matter Movement, and his strong belief that change is always possible.

On this week's episode of Undaunted, we chat with actor, comedian, podcaster, producer, writer, and activist Rainn Wilson, along with social entrepreneur, executive director, and activist Katie Eder. We discuss climate change, youth activism, and offer tools for ways to get involved and create significant change.

On this week's episode of Undaunted, we chat with activist, educator, writer, and leader Brittany Packnett Cunningham. Her activist and education work is embedded in providing social change and empowerment. We chat about activism in its many forms, oppression, feminism, plus so much more!

On this week's episode of Undaunted, we chat with activist, writer, and lecturer, Rachel Cargle. Her activist and academic work is rooted in providing intellectual discourse, tools, and resources that explore the intersection of race and womanhood. We chat about white privilege, women’s rights, therapy, and so much more!