Modern Idealist

Author: Valerie Leung and Meryn Willetts

Join us on a journey of discovery as we delve into the experiences of career-driven professionals striving to make an impact in today's fast-paced professional world. Hosted by Valerie Leung and Meryn Zumbo Willetts, we share personal stories and explore topics such as impact in the workplace, trade-offs in doing good, life conundrums, work-life balance, entrepreneurship, and riding the larger social and climate impact movement. Hear from like-minded individuals who share a passion for creating change and join the conversation. ModernIdealistPodcast@gmail.com Photo by: Liah Chen
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Nobel Peace Center Special: Humanity in the Digital Age with Pardis Shafafi
Episode 4
Friday, 31 October, 2025

Recorded at the Nobel Peace Center during Oslo Innovation Week for the Peace of Mind Podcast series, this Modern Idealist episode explores how humanity can survive and thrive in the digital age. Hosts Valerie Leung and Meryn Zumbo Willets speak with Pardis Shafafi, anthropologist practitioner and previously the Global Responsible Business Lead at Designit Oslo, whose rare profile combines humanitarian work, journalism, and ethical innovation. Together, they unpack the paradox of a world that is both advancing and unraveling, asking how we can face complexity, show up purposefully, and take concrete action in our lives and workplaces to drive meaningful change.