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Ep. 3 | Sasha Gorbatenko - How a Russian Teacher Shaped a Generation of Journalists

Ep. 3 | Sasha Gorbatenko - How a Russian Teacher Shaped a Generation of Journalists

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In this episode of The Brilliant Humans Podcast, Jonathan Griffiths speaks with Sasha Gorbatenko, a runner, TEDx speaker, champion of women in technology, and platinum-tier facilitator of Google’s I Am Remarkable programme.

Sasha shares the story of her Brilliant Human, Irina, a formidable journalism teacher whose lessons went far beyond writing. Through discipline, curiosity, and compassion disguised as toughness, Irina transformed shy young students into fearless, independent thinkers.

Nearly 20 years after Irina’s passing, her impact still shapes how Sasha lives, leads, and inspires others. It’s a moving reminder that real teachers don’t just teach skills, they teach us how to be human.

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