From Here Forward

Hosts: Carol Eugene Park & Jeevan Sangha

From Here Forward shares stories and ideas about amazing things UBC and its alumni are doing around the world. It covers people and places, truths, science, art, and accomplishments with the view that sharing better inspires better. Join hosts Carol Eugene Park and Jeevan Sangha, both UBC grads, in exploring solutions for the negative stuff out there — focussing on the good for a change, from here forward.

Latest Episode

How concerned should we be about falling space junk?

Episode 30

Satellites bring tremendous benefits to society, but our reliance on them also carries risks.

Previous Episodes

The truth about DEI and what backlash against it really reveals

Episode 29

Dr. Camellia Bryan dispels misconceptions about DEI, offering a constructive path forward.

Scanning from afar: How a UBC innovation is improving ultrasound access

Episode 28

What if ultrasound imaging could be performed remotely, even from 750 kilometres away?

Beyond “happy ever after”: The truth about love

Episode 27

Do you need a monogamous romantic relationship to be happy?

The adventurous life of a paragliding librarian

Episode 26

A UBC alum dives into the thrill of defying gravity and embracing adventure at any age.

The Highlight Reel: Looking back at 2024

Episode 25

In this special episode, we share some of our favourite moments from the podcast in 2024.

The stress-relieving benefits of breaking glass

Episode 24

Behind the scenes with UBC’s resident glassblower, Brian Ditchburn.

What’s at stake in the 2024 US elections?

Episode 23

UBC political science professor Paul J. Quirk discusses the state of US democracy.

How UBC is prioritizing the mental wellbeing of its varsity athletes

Episode 22

Hear how the Thunderbirds Mental Health Initiative is supporting UBC’s student athletes.

Queer nightlife and the pursuit of joy

Episode 21

UBC sociologist Dr. Amin Ghaziani speaks about the evolution of queer nightlife.

Behind New York City’s vision for racial justice

Episode 20

Lawyer Melanie Ash discusses her work developing a racial justice framework for New York City.

The Bard goes digital: Emerging technologies and Shakespeare’s First Folio

Episode 19

Find out how UBC is re-imagining Shakespeare's works via new and immersive technologies.

The hidden benefits of a daily dose of physical activity

Episode 18

What’s the role of exercise in preventing cognitive and mobility decline? Listen to find out.

Bringing a start-up mentality to environmental conservation

Episode 17

Entrepreneur and activist Dax Dasilva shares his vision for a greater embrace of nature.

Finding hope in climate activism

Episode 16

UBC economics student and filmmaker Abul Bashar Rahman talks about his journey as a climate activist.

Reimagining the dating experience for Gen Z

Episode 15

Hear how UBC student Connor Rose's new app IRLY is changing the dating game for Gen Z.

From pharmacy to farming: One UBC alum’s adventures as an entrepreneur

Episode 14

Avi Gill chats about his pivot from pharmacy to running a fruit farm and soda-making company.

Sipping, savouring, and safeguarding BC wine

Episode 13

Learn about the alumni UBC Wine Club and hear from wine experts on the future of the industry.

Risky genes: Uncovering the genetic basis of breast and ovarian cancers

Episode 12

Hear from Dr. Steven Narod, a leading expert in breast and ovarian cancer genetics research.

Wildfires, climate change, and the future of forest management

Episode 11

UBC’s Dr. Lori Daniels answers burning questions about BC’s increasingly severe wildfires.

Campuses of the future: An inside look at campus planning at UBC

Episode 10

UBC’s key planners discuss the future of the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses.

Storytelling that sticks: A conversation with a Vancouver journalism icon

Episode 9

The CBC’s Justin McElroy (BA’11) on journalism, the value of niche storytelling, and more.

Dr. Gail Murphy: On the frontlines of research and innovation at UBC

Episode 8

Explore UBC’s evolution into a top research university, with our VP of Research & Innovation.

The weird, wacky, and wonderful: Stories from UBC’s colourful past

Episode 7

UBC historians share fascinating campus stories — including tales that just might surprise you.

The power of storytelling for human rights

Episode 6

Digital activist Daniella Barreto (MSc’17) discusses her new podcast for Amnesty International.

The big nanoparticle story behind the COVID-19 vaccine

Episode 5

UBC’s Dr. Pieter Cullis played a pivotal role in the success of the mRNA COVID vaccines.

The three billion download man

Episode 4

Rapper and singer bbno$ ("baby no money") talks about his path to astounding musical success.

Reflections from UBC’s 15th President

Episode 3

Just before his departure, Santa Ono spoke with Carol and Rumneek about his time at UBC.

Turning mining waste into climate gold

Episode 2

UBC’s Dr. Greg Dipple discusses how his company is using mining waste for carbon capture.

The gig economy: Friend or foe?

Episode 1

Carol and Rumneek speak with UBC prof and filmmaker Shannon Walsh about her latest film.

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