Narratives of Purpose

Claire Murigande
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Narratives of Purpose

Narratives of Purpose is an award nominated podcast that brings you inspiring individual stories of changemakers. The show was launched in December 2020 by Dr. Claire Murigande to showcase founders of impact-driven companies and initiatives to a global audience. Topics include youth empowerment in remote communities, global health equity initiatives, and sustainable food systems of the future. Dr. Murigande is a leader in the life sciences industry, a passionate champion for furthering the advancement and impact of women in healthcare, and a TEDx speaker. (more about her at www.murigande.com)

  1. On Building a Medical Device Startup for Underserved Populations - from Global Health Pursuit

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    On Building a Medical Device Startup for Underserved Populations - from Global Health Pursuit

    In today’s episode, we are continuing our “episode swap” series with an episode from the Global Health Pursuit podcast hosted by engineer turned social impact storyteller, Hetal Baman. On her podcast, Hetal tackles tough questions from the vast field of global health with a beginner's mindset. In this interview, Hetal speaks with Sona Shah the co-founder of Neopenda. Neopenda's mission is to develop affordable medical devices addressing neonatal mortality, which are tailored to the unique constraints of underserved healthcare environments in low and middle-income countries. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.  LINKS: Learn more about Sona Shah's company Neopenda at neopenda.comConnect with the Global Health Pursuit podcast at https://www.globalhealthpursuit.com Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS: 00:08 - Introducing New Voices 04:47 - The Journey to Neopenda 12:27 - Addressing Healthcare Inequities 18:00 - Becoming an Entrepreneur 31:03 - The Product Market Fit Journey and Growing Neopenda's Team 36:24 - Navigating Challenges During COVID-19 and Restructuring Neopenda 44:19 - Advice From a Startup Entrepreneur

    49 min
  2. On Bringing Diversity to Sports - from Made For Us

    APR 1

    On Bringing Diversity to Sports - from Made For Us

    Welcome back to a very special series of Narratives of Purpose. We will be doing things a little differently throughout this month in order to showcase even more unique stories of changemakers of people who are contributing to make a difference in society.  Our goal is simple: To amplify social impact by sharing individual journeys of ordinary people who are making an extraordinary impact within their communities and around the world. This episode features the Made For Us podcast which is hosted by Tosin Sulaiman. Made For Us is an award-winning podcast exploring the intersection of innovation and inclusion. In this interview, Tosin speaks with Tina Singh the founder of Bold Helmets, who has created the first safety-certified multi-sport helmet designed specifically for Sikh children who maintain uncut hair due to their faith. While this initiative addresses a significant gap in the market, Tina shares her personal journey and the challenges she faced in creating a product that not only addresses the unique needs of her community but also serves a broader audience. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript. LINKS: Learn more about Tina Singh's company Bold Helmets at boldhelmets.comConnect with the Made For Us podcast at https://made-for-us.captivate.fm/  Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS: 00:08 - Introducing a New Series 00:28 - The Challenge of Finding Safe Helmets for Sikh Kids 10:48 - The Journey to Bold Helmets: Overcoming Barriers and Making a Change 16:40 - Navigating Difficulties in the Helmet Industry 24:12 - Future Innovations in Helmet Design

    28 min
  3. On Pioneering Cancer Research Across Africa - A Conversation with Dr. Yaw Bediako

    12/10/2024

    On Pioneering Cancer Research Across Africa - A Conversation with Dr. Yaw Bediako

    Narratives of Purpose concludes its sixth season with an insightful conversation featuring Dr. Yaw Bediako, the CEO and co-founder of Yemaachi Biotech, a pioneering company focused on genomic cancer research in Africa. The discussion hosted by Claire Murigande delves into Yaw's journey from academia to entrepreneurship. Yaw emphasises the need for private sector involvement in funding scientific research. He shares his belief that the continent possesses immense potential to contribute to precision oncology research. Particularly in understanding the links between multiple cancer types and the genetically diverse population unique to Africa. Yaw's insights challenge listeners to reconsider the role of Africa in global scientific innovation. He also advocates for a shift in mindset among African scientists, urging them to view science as a commodity that can drive sustainable economic growth. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.  RELEVANT LINKS: More about Yemaachi Biotech at this websiteMore about Yemaachi's African Clinical Cancer Research Network at this webpage Connect with our guest Dr. Yaw Bediako: LINKEDIN Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review CHAPTERS: 00:08 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose 00:37 - Meet Yaw Bediako: CEO of Yemaachi Biotech 03:05 - Yaw's Transition from Academia to Private Sector 09:29 - Yemaachi's Focus on Understanding Cancer in People of African Descent 17:45 - The Role of Technology and AI at Yemaachi 22:28 - Building a Diverse and Talented Team at Yamaachi 28:17 - Challenges and Opportunities in Securing Funding for Biotech Startups 36:57 - The Future of Yemaachi and Biotech in Africa 39:58 - The Future of Africa's Research: Science as a Commodity 43:47 - Conclusion

    46 min
  4. On Unlocking Women's Brain Health - Women's Health Series with Ann-Marie de Lange

    11/19/2024

    On Unlocking Women's Brain Health - Women's Health Series with Ann-Marie de Lange

    In this new episode of 'Narratives of Purpose', Ann-Marie de Lange joins host Claire Murigande to discuss the critical and often overlooked area of women's brain health research. Ann-Marie shares insights from her work as Principal Investigator at FemiLab, which studies factors affecting women's brain health using large-scale population data. With a background as a clinical psychologist and a focus on neuroimaging, Ann-Marie emphasises the importance of understanding how various life transitions, such as pregnancy and menopause, impact women's brain health. Throughout the conversation, both Ann-Marie and Claire explore the historical neglect of women's health in research and the implications of this gap on clinical practices today. The discussion highlights the need for more inclusive research, the power of community engagement, and the positive momentum building around women's health issues. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.  RELEVANT LINKS: More about FemiLab at this websiteContact FemiLab: ann-marie.de-lange@chuv.chConnect with our guest Ann-Marie de Lange: LINKEDIN Watch Ann-Marie's TEDx Talk Read our Women's Health articles: blog postsFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech. CHAPTERS: 00:08 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose 00:46 - Introducing Ann-Marie de Lange and the FemiLab 02:06 - Ann-Marie's Journey into Brain Research and Neuroimaging 08:09 - The Challenges of Women's Health Research 11:38 - Understanding the Impact of Transitional Phases on Women's Brain Health 17:44 - The Challenges of Building a New Lab 25:08 - Grassroots Movements in Women's Health 29:11 - Closing Thoughts and Future Directions

    31 min
  5. On Reclaiming Dignity Through Health Tech - Women's Health Series with Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi & Shamala Hinrichsen

    11/05/2024

    On Reclaiming Dignity Through Health Tech - Women's Health Series with Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi & Shamala Hinrichsen

    In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi and Shamala Hinrichsen join host Claire Murigande to discuss the innovative app "SheHer" designed to advance women's health by providing accessible healthcare information and fostering a supportive community. Both Shamala and Mariatheresa emphasise the importance of centring women's dignity in healthcare, highlighting the disparities that still exist in the industry. They share their personal journeys into the health tech space and the biases female founders encounter when seeking funding, illustrating the broader societal challenges that persist even in progressive sectors like health tech. By collaborating and leveraging their diverse backgrounds, Mariatheresa and Shamala, together with their three co-founders, aim to revolutionise women’s health and encourage others to join in this vital work. This episode encourages a rethinking of how healthcare solutions are developed and delivered, advocating for a model that prioritises the voices and needs of women, particularly those from marginalised communities. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.  RELEVANT LINKS: More about the SheHer app at this websiteFollow the SheHer app: Instagram Connect with Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi: LINKEDIN Connect with Shamala Hinrichsen: LINKEDIN Read our Women's Health articles: blog postsFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech. CHAPTERS: 00:06 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose 00:55 - Meet Shamala Hinrichsen and Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi 01:33 - The Mission of SheHer App 03:48 - Shamala's Journey into Health Tech 03:00 - Mariatheresa's Background in Tech 06:30 - Building a Diverse Team for Women's Health 11:18 - The Importance of Women's Stories 21:32 - Challenges Faced by Female Founders 35:48 - Calls to Action for Listeners 38:23 - Closing Remarks and Future Outlook

    39 min
  6. On Innovating Care in Maternal Health - Women's Health Series with Martha Agbornyenty

    10/22/2024

    On Innovating Care in Maternal Health - Women's Health Series with Martha Agbornyenty

    In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande speaks with Martha Agbornyenty, the founder and Executive Director of For Mom and Baby Foundation, who is on a mission to improve maternal and child health in Cameroon. With a background as an award-winning young midwife leader, Martha shares her inspiring journey as well as the work her foundation carries out through community engagement, health provider training, and policy advocacy. Martha emphasises the importance of investing in midwives and improving the quality of education they receive. Through her foundation, Martha is not only making a significant impact locally, she is also gaining recognition on a global scale, empowering others to join in the fight for maternal health. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.  RELEVANT LINKS: More about For Mom and Baby Foundation at this websiteFollow For Mom and Baby Foundation: Facebook Connect with our guest Martha Agbornyenty: LINKEDIN | INSTAGRAM Read our Women's Health articles: blog postsFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech. CHAPTERS: 00:05 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose 00:34 - Introducing Martha Agbornyenty 02:51 - Martha's Journey in Midwifery 06:20 - Founding For Mom and Baby Foundation 11:01 - Community Engagement and Support Programs 18:37 - Advocacy and Policy Influence 21:16 - Global Recognition and Future Aspirations 32:42 - Closing Remarks and Future Directions

    33 min
  7. On The Power of Self-Advocacy - Women's Health Series with Dr. Nia Imani Bailey

    10/08/2024

    On The Power of Self-Advocacy - Women's Health Series with Dr. Nia Imani Bailey

    In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande explores the intersection of healthcare advocacy and personal storytelling with Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, President of the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation, who passionately discusses her journey as a radiation therapist and the drive behind her documentary, 'A Letter to My Sisters.' Dr. Nia shares her experiences and insights on the rising incidence of breast cancer diagnoses among younger women, challenging the traditional age-based screening guidelines. She highlights the stories of women who faced significant barriers in receiving timely diagnoses and treatment featured in her documentary film. Dr. Nia also calls for systemic changes that prioritise patient education, community resources, and holistic care. She equally emphasises the need for greater self-advocacy as well as open communication between patients and providers. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.  RELEVANT LINKS: Research article on widening social inequalities after breast cancer at this webpageMore about Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation at this websiteMore about the documentary "A Letter To My Sisters" at this webpageConnect with our guest Dr. Nia Bailey: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN Read our Women's Health articles: blog postsFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech. CHAPTERS: 00:05 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose 00:50 - Introducing Dr. Nia Imani Bailey 03:51 - The Importance of Early Detection in Young Women 08:14 - Creating Impact Through Documentaries 14:41 - Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare 16:59 - Connecting Resources for Cancer Patients 20:56 - Understanding Social Inequalities in Cancer Care 24:56 - The Need for Policy Changes 33:00 - Closing Thoughts on Health Advocacy

    35 min
  8. On Normalising Gender-Specific Medicine - Women’s Health Series with Thao Nguyen

    09/23/2024

    On Normalising Gender-Specific Medicine - Women’s Health Series with Thao Nguyen

    In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande speaks with Thao Nguyen, founder and CEO of Equal Care, about her mission to normalise gender-specific medicine.  Thao shares her journey from tech consultant to healthcare innovator and discusses the importance of recognising gender differences in medical treatment. She explains the challenges she faces in raising awareness and establishing certification criteria for medications.  The episode highlights the significance of asking questions in healthcare and Thao’s vision of creating a comprehensive database for gender-specific medical evidence. Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.  RELEVANT LINKS: More about Equal Care at this websiteFollow Equal Care: LinkedIn | X | InstagramConnect with our guest Thao Nguyen: LINKEDIN Read our Women's Health articles: blog postsFollow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news Tell us what you think: write a review This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome to Narratives of Purpose 00:48 Introducing Tao Nguyen and Equal Care 01:43 Tao's Journey to Founding Equal Care 03:10 The Mission of Gender-Specific Medicine 05:42 Challenges and Solutions in Gender-Specific Medicine 09:50 Certification Criteria and Industry Challenges 26:00 The Role of Technology in Equal Care 31:01 Conclusion and Future Outlook

    35 min
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Narratives of Purpose is an award nominated podcast that brings you inspiring individual stories of changemakers. The show was launched in December 2020 by Dr. Claire Murigande to showcase founders of impact-driven companies and initiatives to a global audience. Topics include youth empowerment in remote communities, global health equity initiatives, and sustainable food systems of the future. Dr. Murigande is a leader in the life sciences industry, a passionate champion for furthering the advancement and impact of women in healthcare, and a TEDx speaker. (more about her at www.murigande.com)

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  • Creator
    Claire Murigande
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Claire Murigande
  • Show Website
    Narratives of Purpose

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