Global Economic Press

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into a significant health initiative launched by the Kenner Family Research Fund and Entertainment to Affect Change (E2AC) for World Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. The "30 Stories, 30 Days" campaign aims to highlight the critical role of primary care providers in the early detection of pancreatic cancer, one of the world's deadliest cancers with a five-year survival rate of just 12 percent. Throughout November, the campaign will release daily video stories from a diverse group of primary care medical practitioners, patients, survivors, family members, and researchers. These stories emphasize the importance of early detection and the potential to improve patient survival rates.
Nick Hudson, Executive Director of Entertainment to Affect Change, underscores the campaign's goal to provide front-line clinicians with a platform to share their insights, helping both medical professionals and the public recognize subtle symptoms earlier. The initiative encourages participation from physicians, advocates, and the public by wearing purple, sharing stories, and engaging online using hashtags like #30Stories30Days and #WorldPancreaticCancerDay2025. This campaign is part of a broader mission by the Kenner Family Research Fund and Entertainment to Affect Change to leverage media and storytelling for social impact on critical health issues. For more information about the campaign, visit Entertainment to Affect Change's website.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the scuba diving equipment market with a focus on a new guide released by Orca Pacific Dive Supply. This guide is designed to assist Canadian divers in locating and purchasing OrcaTorch dive lights, which are essential tools for underwater exploration. The discussion highlights the significance of this development for the diving community and its impact on the market for underwater lighting solutions. Orca Pacific Dive Supply, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, is the exclusive distributor of OrcaTorch products in Western Canada, offering professional-grade dive lights at more accessible price points compared to premium brands.
The newly published guide provides comprehensive information on product availability, specifications, and purchasing options for Canadian diving enthusiasts. Orca Pacific Dive Supply aims to eliminate confusion and help divers make informed decisions about their underwater lighting equipment. The company offers mid-range scuba lights priced between 100 and 1,350 Canadian Dollars, ensuring value-conscious divers have access to high-quality equipment. Additionally, Orca Pacific Dive Supply engages with the local diving community through social media and offers interest-free payment plans for those interested in higher-end models. For more information about OrcaTorch products or to access the complete buying guide, visit orcadive.ca.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the intersection of medical science and wellness, focusing on the vagus nerve. The guest, Dr. Dirk Stemper, a renowned internal medicine specialist and psychotherapist, discusses his new book, "The Vagus Nerve: Why You Don’t Need a Reset – Real Neuromodulation for Exhaustion, Trauma, and Long COVID." The conversation centers around debunking myths associated with the vagus nerve and providing research-based solutions for chronic fatigue, inflammation, and long COVID. Dr. Stemper emphasizes the importance of evidence-based approaches over quick fixes and pseudoscience, offering insights into modern neuromodulation techniques like transcutaneous stimulation and heart rate variability biofeedback.
Dr. Stemper's book, published by Psychologie Halensee, aims to educate both health professionals and individuals on the real causes and solutions for nervous system dysfunction and related conditions. It challenges the wellness industry's misinformation and provides actionable strategies rooted in scientific research. The book is available worldwide in various formats, including hardcover, paperback, audiobook, and electronic book. For more information about Dr. Stemper's work and to explore the offerings of Psychologie Berlin, visit their website at Psychologie Berlin.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the inspiring success story of JB's Junk Removal, a company based in Durham, North Carolina, that has recently celebrated a significant milestone. With 100 five-star Google reviews, JB's Junk Removal has solidified its position as a leader in the junk removal industry, known for its exceptional service and commitment to environmental responsibility. Founded in 2015 by James "JB" Bennett, the company has built a reputation for providing reliable and eco-friendly junk removal services across Durham, Wake, and Orange Counties. This achievement highlights the company's dedication to customer satisfaction and its role in setting new standards for the industry.
JB's Junk Removal distinguishes itself through its local expertise, environmental stewardship, and comprehensive service range. The team, being residents of the Triangle region, possesses in-depth knowledge of local regulations and facilities, ensuring responsible disposal practices. The company offers a wide array of services, from residential furniture removal to commercial junk disposal, all while prioritizing recycling and donations to minimize landfill waste. With over 2,000 projects completed since its inception, JB's Junk Removal continues to serve numerous communities in the Triangle area, providing convenient scheduling and transparent pricing. For more information about their services, visit JB's Junk Removal.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the realm of human resources technology, focusing on HiBob, a company that is making significant strides in the United Kingdom's tech sector. Recently honored as one of the United Kingdom's Best Workplaces in Tech for 2025, HiBob is redefining workplace culture with its inclusive and empowering approach. The podcast highlights how HiBob's people-first philosophy is not only transforming its own workplace but also setting a benchmark for others in the HR software industry.
HiBob's recognition by Great Place to Work United Kingdom underscores its dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. The company's commitment to its employees is evident through its Great Place to Work Certification and its impressive ranking on the 2025 Best Large Workplaces list. CEO Ronni Zehavi emphasizes the importance of creating a culture that empowers and supports employees, which is reflected in the positive feedback from HiBob's workforce. This accolade highlights HiBob's ongoing investment in its people and culture, reinforcing its mission to put people at the center of its operations. For more information about HiBob, visit their website at https://www.hibob.com/.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady explores the remarkable success of 1985 Games LLC's latest Kickstarter campaign, Obojima: A Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition setting inspired by the enchanting worlds of Studio Ghibli. The campaign, titled Obojima – Tales from Yatamon, has surged into the top 1% of all tabletop Kickstarter campaigns launched in 2025. This rapid rise highlights a growing demand for emotion-driven, art-forward tabletop experiences that prioritize exploration, community, and cinematic storytelling. As the campaign enters its final phase, it has drawn significant support from players who appreciate imaginative world-building and a softer, cinematic approach to fantasy.
1985 Games LLC, building on ten previous Kickstarter successes since 2019, continues its mission to merge design artistry with playability. Obojima introduces a Leisure Fantasy style emphasizing community, nature, and thoughtful pacing, fully adapted to the 2024 edition of Dungeons and Dragons. The campaign's success underscores a shift in tabletop gaming towards experiences where art, sound, and storytelling intertwine. Featuring hand-painted artwork, original soundtracks, and world-building tools, Obojima captures the imagination of both long-time fans and first-time Game Masters. For more information and to explore Obojima – Tales from Yatamon, visit 1985 Games LLC's website.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into a transformative partnership in the digital health sector between Specialist Direct and dacadoo. Specialist Direct, a subsidiary of Swisstec, has joined forces with dacadoo to revolutionize recovery management and wellness outcomes. This collaboration aims to reshape healthcare by integrating cutting-edge technology and personalized health engagement strategies. The partnership combines Specialist Direct's Mira platform, which guides patients through recovery from injury and illness, with dacadoo's Digital Health Engagement Platform, which focuses on empowering lifestyle change and wellness management. Together, they offer a seamless continuum of care, enhancing lifestyle outcomes and promoting long-term wellbeing.
The integration of dacadoo’s science-backed Health Score into Mira provides users with comprehensive health scoring, AI-driven personalized recommendations, and evidence-based wellness strategies. This partnership is set to deliver significant advancements in case management technology, aligning with Specialist Direct's mission to improve people's wellbeing through early intervention and identification of lifestyle risk factors. The collaboration is expected to benefit organizations, sports clubs, and healthcare providers by promoting healthier routines, supporting long-term wellbeing, and strengthening overall vitality. The dacadoo platform integration is scheduled to commence soon, with an initial focus on Australia, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, and will be available to Mira users starting in 2026. For more information, visit dacadoo's website.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the launch of The Authority Amplifier by C3 Global Agency, a pioneering resource aimed at enhancing English communication skills for global leaders. This digital toolkit is specifically designed to support executives, business leaders, and professionals, particularly those for whom English is a second or additional language, in mastering executive communication during high-stakes meetings and presentations. Developed by Dr. Charity Kapela, founder of C3 Global, the toolkit combines academic research with real-world application to offer a structured set of resources that help users communicate with clarity, confidence, and cultural awareness in professional settings.
The Authority Amplifier includes four core components: The Clarity Prep Sheet for structuring ideas, The Executive Phrasebook Vault with over 150 situational phrases, Global Confidence Audio Affirmations for building inner confidence, and The Vocal Victories Tracker for reflecting on communication successes. This toolkit is particularly valuable for industries such as finance, technology, consulting, and academia, where high-stakes communication is frequent. Early adopters have reported improvements in fluency and cross-cultural communication effectiveness. The Authority Amplifier is accessible through the C3 Global website, and more information about their mission and services can be found at https://c3global.co.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady discusses a significant milestone achieved by Elm Wealth's Elm Market Navigator Exchange-Traded Fund, which has surpassed $500 million in assets under management in less than nine months since its launch. This fund is notable for being the first low-cost, fully transparent, rules-based dynamic allocation strategy available to all investors. Elm Wealth's approach addresses a gap in the multi-trillion-dollar allocation fund market by offering a dynamic allocation strategy that systematically responds to changing valuations and market conditions, contrasting with the rigidity of target-date and static balanced funds and the high fees and opacity of traditional active allocation funds.
Elm Wealth's strategy, which originated as a private fund in 2011, has been refined over a decade and is now accessible to all investors through standard brokerage platforms. The fund operates on a baseline allocation of 75 percent global equities and 25 percent fixed income, with weekly adjustments based on expected returns and market momentum. This transparent, rules-based system allows investors to understand the fund's allocation changes, offering a stark contrast to traditional active management. Elm Wealth, founded by Victor Haghani, combines institutional-grade investment thinking with accessible products, managing over $2.5 billion in total assets. For more information, visit Elm Wealth's website.

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the significant rebranding of a leading hemp and cannabis wellness company in Virginia. Cannisco, previously known as East Coast Collective, has unveiled a new brand identity that marks a pivotal transition in the industry. This rebranding reflects Cannisco's commitment to transparency, local craftsmanship, and delivering trustworthy products. Founded by Eric Spanbauer and Brett Gauthier, the company operates from its headquarters in Manassas, Virginia, with cultivation facilities in the fertile Shenandoah Valley. Cannisco's seed-to-sale model ensures rigorous quality standards, setting it apart in a crowded marketplace where many brands fall short on quality, safety, and transparency.
The transition from East Coast Collective to Cannisco is more than just a name change; it is a bold declaration of the company's values and vision for the future of hemp wellness. Cannisco aims to redefine modern hemp wellness through clean, sustainable, and locally crafted products, embracing radical transparency and uncompromising quality standards. By maintaining direct oversight of cultivation, processing, and product development, Cannisco eliminates uncertainties and offers customers clarity and trust. For more information about Cannisco and its products, visit their website at CanniscoHemp.com.