Jungle Break gives the stage to professionals who truly love what they do. These inspirational speakers shed light on how they got to the top of their game and talk about what they’re up to now. You’ll learn how you can follow in their footsteps to achieve your goals and overcome challenges while staying true to yourself no matter what.
1 season • 6 episodes
Edition 2019
6 episodes
Alban Michon: polar explorer
For Alban Michon, life is like sailing: you must weather the storms and stay afloat. Passionate about scuba diving from a young age, he bought a diving school at 22 entirely on credit and without a clue. But he went on to become a pioneer in deep-sea and ice diving. Life isn't always smooth sailing, but it's the journey that makes you who you are.
2019 • 1 • 13mn
Eloïse Pariset: scientific researcher for Nasa
Growing up in a small Alsatian town, Eloïse longed to expand her horizons. Thanks to an early passion for biology, physics and medicine, she embarked on an incredible learning journey. Now a scientific researcher for NASA's Human Research Program, she tells her story. While helping others may not be rocket science, it’s not always easy.
2019 • 2 • 11mn
Michael Grynberg: obstetrical gynaecologist
Michael is a gynaecologist. In the first year of medical school, he became fascinated by the ovarian cycle. While pursuing a specialisation in reproductive medicine, he came face-to-face with the harsh realities of infertility. Thanks to his interest in cutting edge technology, he’s a pioneer in the field of female fertility preservation.
2019 • 3 • 10mn
Axelle Lemaire: former Secretary of State for Digital Affair
In the world of politics, nothing lasts forever. Axelle Lemaire is a former Secretary of State for Digital Affairs with a distaste for jargon and political cant. Drawing upon her time in government and expertise as a consultant today, she talks about what it means to take risks and be your own person.
2019 • 4 • 11mn
Stéphane de Freitas: social entrepreneur and film-maker
Stéphane de Freitas grew up in one of France’s most deprived areas. Having experienced discrimination because of where he came from, he created an inclusive system of collective harmony. Founder of the Indigo Cooperative, a mutual-assistance network with 70,000 members, he also developed Eloquentia, a public speaking programme for French youth.
2019 • 5 • 11mn
Grégory Marchand: Michelin-starred chef and entrepreneur
Sent to an orphanage when he was 11, Gregory Marchand is a Michelin-starred chef famous for his Frenchie restaurants. He found his calling in making people happy: whether that’s his customers, team or family. A firm believer in the power of the human spirit, he's the first chef-restaurateur to bring workplace culture into the world of fine dining.
2019 • 6 • 9mn
