Introducing the AshokaTECH Podcast

We're excited to announce the very first episode of the AshokaTECH Podcast!  Join Host Alex Budak as he interviews Ashoka Fellows and Changemakers from around the world, discussing the ways in which they are leveraging technology for the social good.  The interviews bring you even closer to inspiring social entrepreneurs  as they discuss their big ideas, best practices for engaging in social enterprise, as well as tips and advice for budding social entrepreneurs.  In bringing you as close to these leaders as possible, make sure to follow Alex on Twitter, @TheBudak, where you'll have the opportunity to submit questions for future interviews, and transform the podcast into a two-way communication in this cutting-edge field. 

The first episode features an interview with Ashoka-Lemelson Fellow, and founder of the World Toilet Organization, Jack Sim.  Jack joined the podcast from Singapore, and discussed the work he is doing to bring attention to sanitation issues worldwide, as well as his personal motto: "live a useful life."  Along the way, Jack gives discusses how he mobilized a multinational coalition around sanitation issues, and tells listeners how they can participate in "World Toilet Day, 2009," which is today, November 19!

You will soon be able to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, but for now check out the .mp3 below.  Have thoughts on the podcast?  A favorite social entrepreneur you'd like to see interviewed?  Be sure to let us know in the comments below!

Click here to listen to or download Episode 1 of the Ashoka Tech Podcast!

Made possible by Ashoka and the Lemelson Foundation.