E1: From Survival to Systemic Change: Adam Newman on Building Favela Inc. 6od53

What happens when someone doesn’t just travel to “find themselves”—but finds a mission that reshapes entire communities?  In this episode, Ben and Darren talk to Adam Newman, the Founder and CEO of Favela Inc, about his extraordinary journey from the US to the favelas of Brazil—and how that led to a grassroots movement built on entrepreneurship, community, and technology.  We explore:  How the entrepreneurial spirit thrives in Brazil’s favelas despite systemic barriers  Why traditional aid models fail to deliver long-term change  How Favela Inc is blending co-working spaces, education, and tech—including blockchain—to build real equity  The role of trust, culture, and hyper-local context in creating sustainable impact  Adam’s story is a powerful look at what it means to invest in people—not just through charity, but through tools, access, and long-term belief in their potential.  This conversation is part of Freedom World—a podcast hosted by Ben and Darren exploring how technology and purpose come together to build lasting impact. Powered by a platform that helps organisations activate purpose-led communities, Freedom World is where tech meets transformation.  Follow Adam: http://www.adamnewman.me  Explore Favela Inc: https://favelainc.org/  Follow Ben on LinkedIn / Instagram  Follow Darren on LinkedIn / Instagram  This Podcast is brought to you by Freedom World Follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram for the latest updates.  Or you can our Community on our platform.  Produced by thesurge.online  1p6q3i