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Insights from Elsewhere

Hosted by Cynthia Portugal · business · EN

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“Insights from Elsewhere,” is a podcast by Insight Platforms. Hosted by Cynthia Portugal, it digs into the world of research and insights beyond the big markets of North America and Western Europe. There’s a world of innovation in LatAm, Africa, Asia and elsewhere. This podcast brings it the attention it deserves. Tune in to learn about creative ways research and insights professionals are doing research; smart approaches to technology and AI; and clever ways to influence the people back at global HQ.

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29%

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What is Insights from Elsewhere about?

“Insights from Elsewhere,” is a podcast by Insight Platforms. Hosted by Cynthia Portugal, it digs into the world of research and insights beyond the big markets of North America and Western Europe. There’s a world of innovation in LatAm, Africa, Asia and elsewhere. This podcast brings it the attention it deserves.

Who hosts Insights from Elsewhere?

Insights from Elsewhere is hosted by Cynthia Portugal. The show has published 23 episodes to date.

What has Insights from Elsewhere covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Episode 22: Samantha Loggenberg, Founder of Insights Edge, SOUTH AFRICA" (31 August 2026, 55 minutes), "Episode 21: Dharmendra Jain, Founder of Actnable AI, KENYA" (3 August 2026, 63 minutes), and "Episode 20: Mohamed Elsherif, Founder of ASaaSI Middle East, EGYPT" (24 July 2026, 48 minutes).

How often does Insights from Elsewhere publish?

Insights from Elsewhere publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 50 minutes across 23 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Insights from Elsewhere?

Booking probability for Insights from Elsewhere is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Insights from Elsewhere requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Insights from Elsewhere's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Insights from Elsewhere?

The strongest fits for Insights from Elsewhere are Photography, Polling & Other Services. Insights from Elsewhere has a business audience.

About the host

Cynthia Portugal hosts Insights from Elsewhere, a business podcast with 23 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #22

    Episode 22: Samantha Loggenberg, Founder of Insights Edge – SOUTH AFRICA

    Aug 31, 202655 minS2

    In this episode, Cynthia talks to Samantha Loggenberg , founder of Insights Edge in South Africa. She has spent more than 30 years doing qualitative research across Africa and more than 40 other countries . Episode...

  • Episode #21

    Episode 21: Dharmendra Jain, Founder of Actnable AI – KENYA

    Aug 3, 20261h 3mS2

    Africa cannot be understood as a single market research region. In this episode of Insights from Elsewhere , Cynthia Portugal speaks with Dharmendra Jain , from Kenya , founder and CEO of Actnable AI , about the...

  • Episode #20

    Episode 20: Mohamed Elsherif, Founder of ASaaSI Middle East – EGYPT

    Jul 24, 202648 minS2

    Egypt is more than pharaohs and pyramids. Market research and technology in the MENA region cannot be understood through a single regional playbook. In this episode, Cynthia Portugal speaks with Mohamed ElSherif , from...

  • Episode #19

    Episode 19: Urpi Torrado, CEO at Datum International – PERU

    Jul 13, 202630 minS2

    Urpi Torrado from Peru discusses research in Latin America, local nuance, AI adoption and the value of human insight. In this episode of Insights from Elsewhere , Cynthia Portugal speaks with Urpi Torrado, CEO of Datum...

  • Episode #18

    Episode 18: Hyein Yoon, Founder at HY Marketing – KOREA

    May 28, 202655 minS2

    <p>Hyein Yoon from Korea shares how brands can approach Korea and Japan with stronger local insight and cultural context.</p><p>In this episode of Insights from Elsewhere, Cynthia Portugal speaks with <b>Hyein Yoon...

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  • Episode #17

    Episode 17: Rafael Cespedes, CEO at Provokers – CHILE

    May 13, 20261h 8mS2

    <p>Rafael Cespedes from Chile discusses research culture, AI, data quality and the future of insights in Latin America.</p><p>In this episode of Insights from Elsewhere, Cynthia Portugal speaks with <b>Rafael Cespedes...

  • Episode #16

    Episode 16: Jessica Dua, Qualitative Senior Manager at Cultural Traits – INDIA

    Apr 28, 20261h 1mS2

    <p>This episode features <b>Jessica Dua, Senior Qualitative Manager at Cultural Traits in New Delhi, India</b>. </p><p>She shares her journey into market research and her experience leadingInsights for Impact Award –...

  • Episode #15

    Episode 15: Mitali Chowhan, Director General at MRSI (Market Research Society of India) – INDIA

    Apr 17, 202653 minS2

    <p>In this episode of Insights from Elsewhere, Cynthia Portugal speaks with <b>Mitali Chowhan</b>, <b>Director General of the Market Research Society of India</b> <b>(MRSI)</b>, to explore the realities of market...

  • Episode #14

    Episode 14: Pratik Sharma, Co-Founder of Opsonomy – INDIA/GERMANY

    Mar 30, 202659 minS2

    <p>What does it really mean to be a “global citizen” in insights? </p><p>In this episode of Insights from Elsewhere, Cynthia Portugal talks with <b>Pratik Sharma</b>, co-founder of Opsonomy. He was born in <b>India</b>...

  • Episode #13

    Episode 13: Dave McCaughan, Founder of Bibliosexual - THAILAND

    Mar 20, 20261h 4mS2

    <p>In this episode of Insights from Elsewhere, Cynthia Portugal speaks with <b>Dave McCaughan</b>, Sydney-born and Bangkok-based, about what it really takes to understand Asia beyond stereotypes and surface-level...

  • Episode #12

    Episode 12: Irina Mukhametova, Advanced Nutrition Category Director at RG Brands - KAZAKHSTAN

    Mar 11, 202645 minS2

    <p>In this episode of <b>Insights from Elsewhere</b>, we talk to <b>Irina Mukhametova</b>, Advanced Nutrition Category Director for RG Brands in Kazakhstan. She brings her vast experience in various marketing and...

  • Episode #12

    Episode 12: Irina Mukhametova, Advanced Nutrition Category Director at RG Brands - KAZAKHSTAN

    Mar 10, 202646 minS2

    <p>In this episode of <b>Insights from Elsewhere</b>, we talk to <b>Irina Mukhametova</b>, Advanced Nutrition Category Director for RG Brands in Kazakhstan. She brings her vast experience in various marketing and...

  • Episode #11

    Episode 11: Soufiane Alkhatiri, VP of Moroccan Federation of Advertisers (GAM) – MOROCCO

    Dec 1, 202554 minS1

    <p>In this episode of <b>Insights from Elsewhere</b>, we talk to <b>Soufiane Alkhatiri</b>, VP of the Moroccan Federation of Advertisers (GAM), about what truly shapes consumer understanding in <b>Morocco</b> and North...

  • Episode #10

    Episode 10: Elvys Nunes, Global Head of Category Insights and Analytics at Reckitt - UK/GLOBAL

    Nov 17, 202548 minS1

    <p>In this episode, we talk to <b>Elvys Nunes</b>, who may be based in London, but his insights definitely come from everywhere else.</p><p>As <b>Global Head of Category Insights and Analytics at Reckitt</b>, Elvys...

  • Episode #9

    Episode 9: Sheila Akinnusi, Executive Head of Group Market Research at Nedbank - SOUTH AFRICA

    Oct 27, 202548 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Insights from Elsewhere, we travel to South Africa to meet <b>Sheila Akinnusi</b>, the Executive Head of Group Market Research at <b>Nedbank</b>. Sheila has been redefining what it means to connect...

  • Episode #8

    Episode 8: Agnieszka Górnicka & Paul Gebara, Inquiry International - POLAND

    Oct 22, 202546 minS1

    <p><b>In this double-feature episode</b>, Cynthia Portugal talks with <b>Agnieszka Górnicka</b>, founder of Inquiry International in <b>Poland</b>, and <b>Paul Gebara</b>, the company’s UK and International Senior...

  • Episode #7

    Episode 7: Madoka Suganuma, Independent Qualitative Researcher - JAPAN

    Sep 19, 202532 minS1

    <p>In this episode of 'Insights from Elsewhere,' host Cynthia Portugal interviews <b>Madoka Suganuma</b>, an <b>independent qualitative market researcher</b> based in <b>Japan</b>. </p><p>The conversation covers...

  • Episode #6

    Episode 6: Sami Wong, Founder & Managing Director at 3Drips Psychology, Research & Consulting - CHINA

    Sep 5, 202547 minS1

    <p>In this episode of <b>Insights from Elsewhere,</b> Cynthia Portugal interviews <b>Sami Wong</b>, Founder and Managing Director of <b>3Drips Psychology, Research and Consultancy</b>, based in <b>Beijing...

  • Episode #5

    Episode 5: Constanza Cilley, Executive Director at Voices! Research & Consulting - ARGENTINA

    Aug 25, 202541 minS1

    <p>In this episode of 'Insights from Elsewhere,' host Cynthia Portugal talks to <b>Constanza Cilley</b>, Executive Director for <b>Voices! Research & Consultancy</b> in <b>Buenos Aires, Argentina</b>. </p><p>Constanza...

  • Episode #4

    Episode 4: Stephanie Vincent, Executive VP at Harmon Research - COSTA RICA

    Aug 6, 202534 minS1

    <p>On this episode of the <b>Insights From Elsewhere Podcast</b>, we dive deep into the world of market research in Central America. Host Cynthia Portugal is joined by Stephanie Vincent, an executive vice president at...

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Dave McCaughan

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Samantha Loggenberg

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Urpi Torrado

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Hyein Yoon

HY Marketing

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