For our first ever feedswap, I'm excited to bring you episode 63 of "Narratives of Purpose" -   a podcast hosted by a new friend of mine, Claire Murigande, that features global changemakers discussing social impact topics that include, youth empowerment, global health equity, and sustainable food systems. This one is on eradicating period poverty featuring Ira Guha!Check out Narratives of Purpose wherever you listen to podcasts!____Episode timestamps00:26 - Episode introduction02:32 - Asan's mission and Ira's motivations to create the start-up06:39 - Asan cup's one-for-one donation and cost-saving model07:58 - Designing and developing the Asan cup12:12 - Asan's impact in rural India and beyond14:28 - Breaking the taboos around periods17:46 - Asan's partnerships and behavioural change framework24:45 - Ira's entrepreneurial journey26:36 - The evolving market for reusable period products31:34 - How to connect with Ira and learn more about Asan00:26 - Episode introduction02:32 - Asan's mission and Ira's motivations to create the start-up06:39 - Asan cup's one-for-one donation and cost-saving model07:58 - Designing and developing the Asan cup12:12 - Asan's impact in rural India and beyond14:28 - Breaking the taboos around periods17:46 - Asan's partnerships and behavioural change framework24:45 - Ira's entrepreneurial journey26:36 - The evolving market for reusable period products31:34 - How to connect with Ira and learn more about Asan-----Support the Global Health Pursuit Podcast!Donate: Click here to send in a one-time or monthly donationJoin the Podcast Mailing list: https://www.globalhealthpursuit.com/mailing-listMake sure to follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook!Email me at hetal@globalhealthpursuit.com