Yesterday Is History, Tomorrow Is a Mystery, Today Is a Gift - Why taking action today fuels innovation, creativity, and human progress in science, technology, and storytelling
In this episode of the Champion Mindset Collective Podcast, Anthony Dahya sits down with Swiss producer and director Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch to explore the mindset behind meaningful action, innovation, and human progress.
From growing up in Siberia to working in global finance and diplomacy, and ultimately creating award-winning scientific documentaries, Yelena’s journey is a powerful example of what happens when we stop waiting and start acting.
Together, we unpack the meaning behind the phrase “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift” and how this philosophy applies to leadership, creativity, science communication, and building the future now.
This episode dives into why human creativity and hard work still matter in a technology-driven world, why scientists and engineers are often underappreciated, and how storytelling can bridge the gap between innovation and public trust.
If you care about mindset, innovation, science, leadership, and taking action in the present moment, this conversation is for you.
👤 Guest Bio
Yelena Ganshof van der Meersch is a Swiss producer and director passionate about science, innovation, and human creativity. She is best known for her documentary The Messenger: A Story of mRNA, which achieved record viewership on Swiss national television and features two Nobel Prize winners from 2023. The film is distributed globally through TV5 Monde and Alexander Street.
Building on its success, Yelena launched The Messenger Impact Campaign to foster public trust in science through screenings and expert panels across Europe and North America. Before filmmaking, she worked in investment banking in Singapore and served as a lead economist at the US Embassy in Moscow, blending analytical depth with creative storytelling to connect science and society.
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🎯 Who This Episode Is For
#ChampionMindset, #MindsetMatters, #TakeActionToday, #InnovationMindset, #HumanCreativity, #LeadershipGrowth, #LiveInThePresent, #ScienceAndSociety
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