The Intelligence Report is a long-form interview podcast hosted by Dylan Welch, delivering clear, non-biased insight into the global forces shaping our world. Each episode features in-depth conversations with leading experts and practitioners across global systems, climate, economics, energy, technology, and human resilience, providing context beyond headlines and ideology. Focused on incentives, risk, and long-term consequences, The Intelligence Report helps listeners understand not only what…
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Why Glaciers Matter: Exploring a Changing Polar World with Grace Cordsen
What can glaciers teach us about our changing planet, and why should people thousands of miles away from the world’s great ice fields care? In this episode of The Intelligence Report Podcast , Dylan Welch sits down with glacier researcher, journalist, and explorer Grace Cordsen to discuss her work across the Arctic and Antarctic and what she has witnessed firsthand in some of the planet’s most…
In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Sahara Maazel and Suman Shah, two high school sophomores and co-founders of the Youth Climate Action Alliance (YCAA), to discuss how young people can turn climate concern into meaningful action. From launching community solar initiatives and recycling programs at their own schools to building a network of 16 partner schools…
In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Peng Cau, Director of Siemens for Startups Americas, entrepreneur, investor, and longtime advocate for deep technology innovation. After building and scaling her own automation company over more than two decades before a successful exit, Peng now helps the next generation of founders navigate one of the most difficult…
In this episode of The Intelligence Report , host Dylan Welch sits down with Pat Donohue, world traveler, sustainability consultant at Anthesis, and environmental advocate, to discuss how firsthand experiences around the world shaped his perspective on conservation, business, and meaningful impact. Pat shares how traveling and working in places like Costa Rica transformed his understanding of…
In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Gia Espinoza, Miss Earth 2026, to discuss the experiences that have shaped her journey beyond the pageant stage. From her philanthropic work and commitment to environmental stewardship to embracing new challenges and constantly seeking opportunities to learn, Gia shares why personal growth begins by putting yourself in…
In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Jason Seedall, Executive Director of the Roosevelt Alliance and Director of the Roosevelt Initiative, to discuss how Theodore Roosevelt's legacy continues to influence modern American policy. The conversation explores the organization's work across conservation, foreign affairs, and fair commerce, while providing a…
In this episode of The Intelligence Report , host Dylan Welch sits down with Chris Stakich, CEO of Summit, to explore the transformative power of bringing exceptional people together. Dylan shares his firsthand experience attending Summit at Sea, one of the world's most sought-after gatherings of entrepreneurs, investors, artists, athletes, and changemakers. Together, they discuss what makes…
In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Sarah McCue to discuss her remarkable journey from growing up in poverty to becoming a senior advisor at the United Nations. Sarah shares how education became her pathway to opportunity, the lessons she learned through entrepreneurship, and the experiences that ultimately led her to work on some of the world's most pressing…
The Power of Grassroots Leadership - Jen Johannsen
In this episode of The Intelligence Report , Dylan Welch sits down with Jen Johannsen to discuss how ordinary people can create extraordinary impact in their communities. Jen shares her journey from a background in dentistry, marketing, and community engagement into the world of grassroots political organizing and advocacy. Together, they explore why many people feel disconnected from the…
In this episode of The Intelligence Report , host Dylan Welch sits down with Nina Razmadze to explore the growing trend of fractional work and why more experienced professionals are choosing to support multiple companies rather than committing to a single full-time role. Nino shares insights from her work helping businesses improve operations, build scalable systems, and avoid the common growing…