DisclaimerClick I Agree button, if you have read the disclaimer & agree.I Agree
  1. The Truth Behind Sustainability and Corporate Green Washing Furkhan Dandia, Therapist 52:55

In this candid episode of EZ Conversations, join me, your host Furkhan Dandia, as I sit down with the insightful John Pabon to delve into the complex world of sustainability.

As we kick off our conversation, John, a seasoned expert in the sustainability space, discusses his remarkable work and its profound impact on the environment and society. With passion and expertise, he shares his journey, offering listeners a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of advocating for a greener, more equitable world.

But our discussion continues further. We venture into the corporate and political realms, exploring joint initiatives such as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. Together, we dissect these initiatives, unravelling their true intentions and examining their efficacy in driving meaningful change.

In a thought-provoking turn, we confront the elephant in the room: the perception of ESG as nothing more than a PR movement. John fearlessly tackles this notion, providing invaluable insights into the complexities of sustainability efforts within corporate and political landscapes. Through candid dialogue and critical analysis, we challenge prevailing narratives and strive to uncover the genuine motivations behind these initiatives.

Join us on this eye-opening journey as we uncover the truth behind sustainability and strive to redefine its role in shaping our collective future. Tune in to EZ Conversations for an enlightening discussion that promises to inspire and empower.

John Pabon has spent two decades in the business of saving our Earth. After leaving his role at the

United Nations, John travelled the world studying the impacts of sustainability first-hand in factories,

on fields and in Fortune 500s.

Over his 20-year career, he’s worked with the United Nations, McKinsey, A.C.

Nielsen, and as a consultant with BSR, the world’s largest sustainability-focused business network.

He founded Fulcrum Strategic Advisors and was chair of the Conference Board’s Asia Sustainability Leaders Council, advises the UN, and serves on the board of advisors to the U.S. Green Chamber of

Commerce.

John is also the author of “Sustainability for the Rest of Us: Your No-Bullshit, Five-Point Plan for

Saving the Planet” and “The Great Greenwashing: How Brands, Governments, and Influencers are

Lying to You.”

Sponsors of the Podcast:

If you would like to support EZ Conversations, here are all the ways you can do that:

Or find Furkhan’s Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon:
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠

Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter:
⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/

—

Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/furkhan-dandia/support

Most Recent Episodes
Load More Episodes
Furkhan Dandia Therapist and Coach

I am a men's coach, therapist, group facilitator, podcaster and author. My journey began five years ago when I was going through a separation. I found myself alone and in a shame spiral that our culture and society covertly exert on people due to the perceived "failure" of a marriage. Unfortunately, I personalized that message which led me to fall deeper into a hole, causing me to surround myself with people that did not serve me and engage in substance abuse. While seeking therapy, I was not making the wholesale changes I needed.

As part of my experience with therapy, I realized that I am not alone in the challenges men my age experience (I separated at the age of 34/35). I realized I could be a voice for men like myself and offer support in this space. In the middle of the pandemic, I applied for a Master's degree in Psychology to become a therapist. This change was a significant shift for me as I worked in the corporate world as an engineer. Once I leaned into the space of supporting other men, I also started a podcast to normalize these difficult conversations and started a men's group a year later with the support of a friend.

I thought I was giving something back when I started the men's group. However, I quickly realized I was getting substantially more from the connections I built than I initially anticipated. It was also something I needed because I was going through another breakup.

At that point, I also realized that I had not taken the time to heal, and I was outsourcing my healing through romantic relationships, substances, material acquisitions and superficial relationships. I decided to step away from the outgoing lifestyle and started to focus on my healing which was another phase of evolution for me on my journey. Over the last year and a half, I have become mindful of the people I spend my time with. I have cleaned my lifestyle of substances, toxic environments and behaviours. I have focused on my sleep, my health and my knowledge. I have improved my spiritual relationship with myself, which was lacking the most over the past five years. This is the best I have felt.

As part of my solitude journey and to find myself again, I also released a book encapsulating my journey, which I hope to share with others. My book is titled: The Pursuit of Self-Love.