Scale The Good Podcast
The 'Scale The Good Podcast' is a fun, wholesome, and new-age show that discusses ways to shake things up, dive into trending ideas in the new economy, and explore simple choices that make life a good life. The podcast is produced by Good Life X, an innovation and development catalyst based in Sri Lanka, which aims to build a new wave of life-enhancing solutions in Asia. Each episode offers practical insights and uplifting conversations for listeners seeking personal and professional growth.
Episodes
Scale the Good Podcast: Circular Design & What’s Next | Lonali Rodrigo & Nikolaj Storm
In this episode, we sit down with Lonali Rodrigo founder of House of Lonali and streetwear designer Nikolaj Storm to unpack what it really takes to fix a broken fashion industry. From circular design and bold self-expression, to Sri Lanka’s latest trends and the shift toward minimalism, we explore how colors, materials, and mindsets are evolving. They share what it’s like teaching the next generat
A New Chapter: Leadership & Legacy with Emma De Silva & Randhula De Silva | Good Life X
A New Chapter: Leadership, Legacy & the Future of Good Life XIn this special episode, Emma DeSilva, the new CEO of Good Life X, sits down with Randhula de Silva, the future focused Founder who started and shaped GLX’s journey. 🌱✨ This conversation goes beyond a leadership transition—it’s about the evolution of the roles, lessons from the past, and the vision for the future. Emma and Randhula r
S2E15: Two Creatives, One Inspiring Conversation | Scale the Good Podcast | Creative Catalyst Fellowship |
In this podcast, we bring together Poornima and Lakshika, two extraordinary fellows from the Creative Catalyst Fellowship. From sustainable art practices and mind-environment connections to storytelling through soft sculptures and raising awareness about endangered species, these two creatives share their journeys, passions, and unique approaches to making a difference. 🌟Get ready to be inspired b
S2E14: Harnessing Sustainable Creative Industries
This week on the Scale the Good podcast, Vikum Rajapakse, co-founder of Kantala Brands, discusses the potential the creative industries holds for the future of Sri Lanka in our latest episode with Emma De Silva 🌏💡📍 Exhibition details roll out on Monday on our socials, so mark your calendars for 31 Aug & 1 Sept for the showcase of 10 creatives on the map + more at Trace Expert City!🗺️ The digit
S2E13: Lankan Vegan Goodness and the FitGreenMind
Welcome to an extraordinary episode of the Scale the Good Podcast with vegan food influencer Maya Leinenbach aka FitGreenMind!Maya is an influencer who showcases incredibly, delicious, healthy, and simple food recipes with a wide variety from traditional German dishes to South Asian cuisine, and what makes them even more special is that they are delicious vegan dishes!In this conversation, we talk
S2E12: Urban Agriculture and Seaweed ft. Faraj and Senura
Welcome to the final episode in our Climate Adaptation Special. Where we tap into the insights of the individuals who were a part of the recently concluded Climate Adaptation AcceleratorToday we have Faraj of Ceylon Green and Aqua and Senura of Carbon Blueprint. Tune in as they trace their entrepreneurial journeys and the powerful motivations behind what they do. They also expose the untapped pote
S2E11: Building Back Better with Agriculture ft. Jayantha Rupasinghe (SINHALA PODCAST)
Welcome to the second Climate Adaptation Special. Where we tap into the insights of the individuals who were a part of the recently concluded Climate Adaptation AcceleratorIn this episode, we discuss new-wave agriculture and how crucial it is in taking Sri Lanka forward in conversation with Iluktenne Plant Nursery founder Jayantha Rupasinghe and GLX COO Vihangun Ariyaratne. They are both individua
S2E10: For the Love of Consulting ft Christina Gunasinghe and Pascal Gavotto
Welcome to the first of three episodes in our Climate Adaptation Special. Where we bring on the individuals who were a part of the recently concluded Climate Adaptation Accelerator In this episode, we dive into the world of consulting and business coaching with Christina Gunasinghe and Pascal Gavotto, as they trace their journeys in the field and the joy that comes with it. As well as a discussion
S2E9: Career Adventures and Journeys ft, Kamil & Thushan
Today on the Purpose Pivots series, we introduce Kamil and Thushan - two unique personalities on the team with equally unique career paths ✨Join them as they recount the learnings they gained across the varied industries they worked in like aviation, food, and mushroom cultivation and how all of those experiences influenced their current ventures. ✈️Do not miss out on this extremely fun-filled and
S2 EP8: Pathways and Wayfinding | Purpose Pivots
In this episode, we join Saseni and Randhula, who after attending the same school and university, share how these settings shaped their journeys 🎓Listen in as they dive deep into the different stages of their careers and how the people they met, choices they made and experiences gained played pivotal roles in finding and driving forward their purpose 💫#podcast #scalethegood #purpose #school #caree
S2 EP7: Engineering Pivots | Purpose Pivots
Welcome to a new series in the Scale the Good Podcast: The Purpose Pivots! A series featuring our very own team, and exploring their ‘Purpose’. Its origin, how it influences the work they do, and how it evolvesIn this episode, join Vihangun and Vindhya as they explore their journeys from engineering graduates to pivoting into purpose-forward ventures. Going through their experiences in university,
S2 E6: Fusing IoT and Culture
Miller from Polar joins us in this episode to discuss the fusion of IoT device manufacturing and traditional agriculture. We explore the potential benefits of using IoT technology in agriculture and have a conversation about growth and culture. Miller also shares his insights on the importance of positive work culture and the role it plays in shaping the future. Tune in to this engaging conversati
S2 E5: Dehydration Innovation
In this episode, we have Kapila from Saviru Technologies, where we discuss the need for dryer technology in combating food waste and food security. He takes us through his evolution from a creative university student to operating a factory that produces dehydration technologies in Matale, and the valuable lessons he learned along the way 🌱The Lost Ingredients Lab is an initiative under the Multi-D
S2 E4: Blockchain and Agriculture
For today’s Lost Ingredient Lab special, we're joined by Sharmilan from Niftron to talk about the exciting world of blockchain technology. We'll cover what blockchain is, its unique features, and its potential applications in various industries, including agriculture. We also discuss how blockchain technology can increase transparency and traceability in the supply chain, leading to improv
S2 EP3: The Gotukola Goddess
In this episode of the Lost Ingredients Lab special podcast, we focus on the incredible Gotukola, with Lakmini Weerakkody of Lak Nature, who shares her innovative experience with this ingredient and its future potential 🍀The Lost Ingredients Lab is an initiative under the Multi-Donor Action (MDA), 'Support to Small and Medium Enterprises in the Organic Agriculture Sector' Programme jointly
S2 EP2: Not Lost in the (Sea)weeds
On this Lost Ingredients Lab special, we have Shawn and Malika, 2/3 of Ceylon Aqua and Agri, discussing the Lost Ingredient - seaweed. Join us as we break down this wonderful sea-grown ingredient as well as their entrepreneurial journey and an answer to the age-old question: can friends get into business together? 🤔The Lost Ingredients Lab is an initiative under the Multi-Donor Action (MDA), '
S2 Ep1: You don't know jack(fruit)!
To kick off season 2, Sahan Bakmiwewa, the founder of Plant-Based, joins the podcast to share his journey with veganism and entrepreneurship and what inspired him to revolutionize the plant-based meat industry with jackfruit hosted by GLX Alchemist, Arj Wignaraja.The Lost Ingredients Lab is an initiative under the Multi-Donor Action (MDA), 'Support to Small and Medium Enterprises in the Organi
Ep 12: Re-envisioning Sustainable Systems
On a very special episode of the Scale the Good Podcast, we come to you from the University of Cambridge! Our Founder CEO, Randhula de Silva, sits down with Professor Shailaja Fennell 💫 Professor in Regional Transformation and Economic Security at the Department of Land Economy, Director of Centre of South Asian Studies, and Fellow of Jesus College at the University of Cambridge.She works on susta
Ep 11: Going beyond corporate social responsibility
Catch our final session of the Regenerating a Creative Future conversation series with Sandya Salgado, Communications and brands strategist, Carole Collet, Professor in Design for Sustainable Futures, Amanthi Perera, Head- Social Sustainability MAS Holdings, Vikum Rajapakse, Co-founder and Managing Director of Kantala (Pvt) Ltd in a conversation about going beyond corporate social responsibility m
Ep 10: Intercultural dynamics effect in building more inclusive creative economies
Welcome to the second speaker session in the Regenerating a Creative Future conversation series in partnership with British Council.Don’t miss out on a discussion of the intercultural dynamics effects on building more inclusive creative economies moderated by Alifiya Mutaher, Co-Founder of Local Forecast. She is joined by Imaad Majeed, Director, and Curator of Kacha Kacha, Seetal Solanki, Founder
Ep 9: The next generation's influence on creating smart, creative systems for future
Welcome to the third speaker session in the Regenerating a Creative Future conversation series in partnership with British Council.You do not want to miss out Danielle Elsener, Alina Fernando, Kavindya Thennakoon and Suresh Madushan discussing the next generation’s influence on creating smart creative systems for the future with moderation by Anushka WijesinhaRegister for the next 4 sessions to co
Ep 8: Urbanisation within local communities
Welcome to the second speaker session in the Regenerating a Creative Future conversation series in partnership with British Council.Catch this conversation moderated by Iromi Perera with Pushpa Galhena, Sunela Jayewardene, and Shneel Malik discussing urbanization within local communities.Register for the next 4 sessions to come here: https://bit.ly/3BadyQw or catch it live on our Facebook page!💫
Ep 7: Technology's role in creative and circular economies
Welcome to the first speaker session in the Regenerating a Creative Future conversation series in partnership with British Council.You won’t want to miss out on this conversation moderated by Chinthaka Abeysekera. Meet Insiya Jafferjee, J. Charitha Ratwatte Jr., and Dr. Randika Jayasinghe as they discuss technology’s role in the circular economy.Register for the next 4 sessions to come here: https
Ep 6: Both ends of being Vegan
The Scale the Good Pod welcomes two incredible guests this week in the food and wellness space - Dinali Dandeniya and Dr. Tyrol Ferdinandes! 🤩Dinali is the Co-Director of Cafe Kumbuk & Owner of Mama D's Artisan Vegan Range and Dr. Tyrol is a practitioner of functional and integrative medicine 🩺The two discuss the health benefits and drawbacks of the plant based diet, importance of home gar
Ep. 5: Conscious Lessons
This week, we have a very special podcast edition where our Good Life X Jedi spoke with her wonderful grandmother, Ammamma, on her conscious lifestyle choices and ethos 🌱Mayqueen Claudia Perera was the go-to person in her community in Kurunegala when it came to recycling, upcycling, and overall conscious living and she gave her help and advice to anyone who asked, without any hesitation ✨We discus
Alchemy Round 1: What is a Good Life? pt. 2
You’ve heard from the first batch of alchemists on how they live the good life - now it’s time to hear from the rest For our final Scale the Good Pod episode of 2021, we have Arj Wignaraja, GLX Director, Marton Kocsev, GLX Advisor, and Shenali de Silva, GLX Program Lead, in conversation with Randhula de Silva, GLX Founder & CEO, on what it means to live a good lifeWe discuss essentialism, spen
Alchemy Round 1: What is a Good Life? pt. 1
In this episode on the Scale the Good Pod, we have Anushka Wijesinha, Good Life X Director, and Sasmini Bandara, Good Life X Mission Accomplishment Officer, in conversation with Emma DeSilva, Good Life X Jedi, on what it means to live a good life✨ We discuss how changing your surroundings gives you a new perspective, the joys of living and staying here in Sri Lanka, bridging the startup and tradit
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Ep. 2: Reframing Sri Lankan Tourism
Welcome to another episode of the scale the good podcast! In this episode, we have Miguel Cunat, Chief Experience Officer at The Fabulous Getaway & Sri Lanka In Style, speaking about the past, present, and the future of regenerative tourism and how we can continue sustainably.
Ep. 1: Wattaka!!
Today on world pumpkin day, we celebrate the amazing vegetable Wattaka!! 🎃 (Sinhala for Pumpkin, poosanikai in Tamil). Along with our 2 guests, Dinesh and Vihangun founders from the GLX alumni, we explore all about the marvelous vegetable. The cultivation, the unique health benefits, the unfortunate wastage, and how we can combat it.Original music credits to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJeRHd
