Brighter Futures Youth Podcast

Welcome to the Brighter Futures podcast, where high school student Annie interviews experts from various fields to provide young people with invaluable tips and advice. Dive into engaging conversations on topics such as entrepreneurship, leadership, mental health, and student advocacy. Our mission is to equip you with practical skills and knowledge beyond the classroom, empowering you to build a brighter future for yourself and the world.

Brighter Futures Youth Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Annie Zhou, with 18 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Annie Zhou hosts Brighter Futures Youth Podcast, a education show with 18 episodes published.

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  From $0 to ASX: Building Airtasker with Tim Fung (Co-Founder & CEO, Airtasker) | Episode 18

  Feb 14, 202632 minS0

  <p>In this episode of the Brighter Futures Youth Podcast, we sit down with Tim Fung, Co-Founder and CEO of Airtasker, to unpack the journey from a simple idea to building one of Australia’s leading online marketplaces.</p><p>Tim shares the early challenges of entrepreneurship, the mindset behind scaling a trusted platform, and what it really takes to turn vision into impact. From navigating uncertainty to leading through growth, this conversation is packed with practical lessons for young people interested in startups, leadership, and the future of work.</p><p>Whether you’re dreaming of building something of your...

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  Jeanette Cheah on Innovating Education for the Real World (HEX CEO & Co-Founder) | Episode 17

  Jan 8, 202634 minS0

  <p>In this episode, I sit down with Jeanette Cheah, co-founder and CEO of HEX, to explore why entrepreneurial education matters now more than ever and what it really takes for young people to build clarity, confidence, and agency early in their careers.</p><p>Jeanette reflects on building HEX from the ground up, leading with values in fast-moving systems, and rethinking education through a holistic, practical, and innovative lens. This is a honest conversation about leadership, growth, and creating impact.</p><p>Listener bonus: HEX is offering 100% free access to their course “How to Build Your Network.”</p><p>Use...

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  Financial Literacy with Darian Clark (CEO of CUFA) | Episode 16

  Dec 1, 202535 minS0

  <p>In this episode, I chat with Darian Clark, CEO of CUFA, about why financial literacy is more than just budgeting - it’s opportunity, confidence, and agency. We explore CUFA’s work across the region, the invisible barriers to financial inclusion, and how we can better support young people in building strong financial futures.</p><p>We talk about what “financial literacy” really means when you’re teaching someone who has never held a banknote, why empowerment often begins with a single savings group, and how small, local ideas can ripple into generational change. Darian shares stories from the field, the...

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  Health for All with Lady Roslyn Morauta (Global Fund Chair, Former PNG First Lady) | Episode 15

  Nov 12, 202521 minS0

  <p>In this episode, I sit down with Lady Roslyn Morauta, Chair of the Global Fund and one of the Pacific’s most respected leaders in public health and governance. From her years as First Lady of Papua New Guinea to her leadership in steering one of the world’s largest health organisations, Lady Roslyn has dedicated her life to improving access to healthcare and fighting inequality across the globe.</p><p>We talk about what it means to lead in times of crisis, how communities can build resilience from the ground up, and why partnership, between countries, organisations, and peop...

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  Youth Rights with Anne Hollonds (Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner) | Episode 14

  Aug 12, 202522 minS0

  <p>In this episode, I speak with Anne Hollonds, Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner, about her work advocating for the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people. Drawing on decades of experience in child and family policy, Commissioner Hollonds offers thoughtful insights into the challenges facing young Australians today from mental health and education inequality to the importance of listening to children’s voices in decision-making.</p><p>Our conversation explores both the systemic reforms needed and the practical steps individuals can take to help create a society where every child has the opportunity to thrive. This is a p...

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