Sean Poole - Director of Programs and Strategic Initiatives at charity: water
About this episode
Sean Poole discusses his journey from conflict zones to charity: water, emphasizing the solvability of the global water crisis and the commitment required for meaningful work.
Few people get close enough to a global problem to truly understand how solvable it is—Sean Poole is one of them. In this conversation with Ryan, he shares how an early setback redirected his path, ultimately leading him from conflict zones in Central Africa to a leadership role at charity: water. They unpack what it takes to stay committed to long-term impact, why the global water crisis is far more within reach than most people realize, and how proximity to real change reshapes your perspective on what’s possible. It’s a conversation about belief, responsibility, and the discipline required to pursue meaningful work without losing sight of the life you’re building alongside it.
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