Pod of Gold

We need to support social impact work now more than ever. For the sake of our environment, for our health and wellbeing, we need people working to make a difference. Unfortunately, work for the good of others isn't always work that pays. How can we sustain social and environmental work in the long term? In this episode, we speak with Kerryn Krige, a specialist in social entrepreneurship, about new economic models for social impact and solidarity. The post Sustaining Social Impact | Kerryn Krige appeared first on Pod of Gold.

We need to support social impact work now more than ever. For the sake of our environment, for our health and wellbeing, we need people working to make a difference. Unfortunately, work for the good of others isn't always work that pays. How can we sustain social and environmental work in the long term? In this episode, we speak with Kerryn Krige, a specialist in social entrepreneurship, about new economic models for social impact and solidarity.

How can we see beyond our current state of oppression, polarization, and extraction to build a better future? We asked Anne Snick to share insights from her brilliant Young Persons' Guide to the Future. The post A Guide to the Future | Anne Snick appeared first on Pod of Gold.

How can we see beyond our current state of oppression, polarization, and extraction to build a better future? We asked  Anne Snick to share insights from her brilliant Young Persons' Guide to the Future.

Do you have the feeling that life is getting harder than ever? Not only do we grapple with big issues like climate change, but every day tasks sometimes seem increasingly complex. But what if a simple shift in perspective could change everything? In this episode, we're speaking with Jon Jandai, who not only thinks life is easy, but he can prove it too. The post Life is Easy | Jon Jandai appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Do you have the feeling that life is getting harder than ever? Not only do we grapple with big issues like climate change, but every day tasks sometimes seem increasingly complex. But what if a simple shift in perspective could change everything? In this episode, we're speaking with Jon Jandai, who not only thinks life is easy, but he can prove it too.

We need consensus to tackle the looming problems of climate change and economic inequality. Digital tokens and blockchain technology could help us do just that. In this episode, we speak with Andrea Baronchelli, an Associate Professor of Mathematics at City, University of London. We ask him about his research on the token economy and how decentralized digital platforms will shape our future. The post Tokens and Tipping Points | Andrea Baronchelli appeared first on Pod of Gold.

We need consensus to tackle the looming problems of climate change and economic inequality. Digital tokens and blockchain technology could help us do just that. In this episode, we speak with Andrea Baronchelli, an Associate Professor of Mathematics at City, University of London. We ask him about his research on the token economy and how decentralized digital platforms will shape our future. 

Eating less meat is one thing we can all do to reduce our contribution to the climate crisis, but making changes to our diets isn't always easy. In this episode, we speak with Chef Alejandra Schrader about her Low-Carbon Cookbook and Action Plan to get some tips for eating a more plant-based diet and reducing food waste. The post Give Plants a Chance | Alejandra Schrader appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Eating less meat is one thing we can all do to reduce our contribution to the climate crisis, but making changes to our diets isn't always easy. In this episode, we speak with Chef Alejandra Schrader about her Low-Carbon Cookbook and Action Plan to get some tips for eating a more plant-based diet and reducing food waste. 

In 1934, Simon Kuznets developed the modern concept of a gross domestic product to measure the market value of all goods and services produced by a country. Nearly 90 years later, our measures of economic growth remain blind to the extreme inequality and  environmental degradation produced by “business as usual”.  We need a new tool that help guide us on a path to greater wellbeing for people and planet. In this episode, we're speaking with Michael Green, CEO of the Social Progress Imperative. We talk to Michael about his new measure, the Social Progress Index, and how it could change the way we think about economic success for the better. The post The Measure of Progress | Michael Green appeared first on Pod of Gold.

In this episode, we speak with Emma Heiling, one of the co-founders of ClimaTalk and a masters student in environmental policy at Sciences Po. Through her work, she's demystifying climate policy and giving people the information they need to act fast on the climate crisis. The post Turning ClimaTalk into Climate Action | Emma Heiling appeared first on Pod of Gold.

In 1934, Simon Kuznets developed the modern concept of a gross domestic product to measure the market value of all goods and services produced by a country. Nearly 90 years later, our measures of economic growth remain blind to the extreme inequality and  environmental degradation produced by “business as usual”.  We need a new tool that help guide us on a path to greater wellbeing for people and planet. In this episode, we're speaking with Michael Green, CEO of the Social Progress Imperative. We talk to Michael about his new measure, the Social Progress Index, and how it could change the way we think about economic success for the better. 

In this episode, we speak with Emma Heiling, one of the co-founders of ClimaTalk and a masters student in environmental policy at Sciences Po. Through her work, she's demystifying climate policy and giving people the information they need to act fast on the climate crisis.

Is there an inherent conflict of interest in 'sustainable finance'? In this episode, we speak with Theodor Cojoianu, an associate professor at the University of Edinburgh who works at the intersection of sustainability, data science, and finance. We ask him to explain the world of sustainable finance and help us understand what needs to change to make our planet's health the bottom line for businesses. The post Interrogating the Triple Bottom Line | Theodor Cojoianu appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Is there an inherent conflict of interest in 'sustainable finance'? In this episode, we speak with Theodor Cojoianu, an associate professor at the University of Edinburgh who works at the intersection of sustainability, data science, and finance. We ask him to explain the world of sustainable finance and help us understand what needs to change to make our planet's health the bottom line for businesses.

An explosion of remote work opportunities has given people the freedom to build all new kinds of lives in all different kinds of places. But how will this growing movement impact our environment? In this episode, we speak with J Mendes (the No Footprint Nomad) about cultivating a nomadic lifestyle that's ALSO sustainable. The post Dreams of a Digital Nomad | J Mendes appeared first on Pod of Gold.

An explosion of remote work opportunities has given people the freedom to build all new kinds of lives in all different kinds of places. But how will this growing movement impact our environment? In this episode, we speak with J Mendes (the No Footprint Nomad) about cultivating a nomadic lifestyle that's ALSO sustainable. 

Our food system is broken, producing massive amounts of waste in some places and leaving people starving in others. (Not to mention the damage our agricultural practices are doing to the environment.) In this episode, we speak with Lujain Alqodmani from EAT about what needs to happen so all people can eat food that's both healthy and sustainable. The post Food that Sustains Life | Lujain Alqodmani appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Our food system is broken, producing massive amounts of waste in some places and leaving people starving in others. (Not to mention the damage our agricultural practices are doing to the environment.) In this episode, we speak with Lujain Alqodmani from EAT about what needs to happen so all people can eat food that's both healthy and sustainable.

The industrial production of beef comes at a major cost to the environment, degrading soil quality and emitting extreme amounts of greenhouse gas into the atmosphere. But what if there was a better way? In this episode, we speak with Langdon Hill, who's turned about 20,000 acres of Arizona desert into a ranch laboratory to see if it's possible to raise cattle in a way that nourishes the environment instead of breaking it down. The post Holy Cow | Langdon Hill appeared first on Pod of Gold.

The industrial production of beef comes at a major cost to the environment, degrading soil quality and emitting extreme amounts of greenhouse gas into the atmosphere. But what if there was a better way? In this episode, we speak with Langdon Hill, who's turned about 20,000 acres of Arizona desert into a ranch laboratory to see if it's possible to raise cattle in a way that nourishes the environment instead of breaking it down.

Imagine if the science taught in schools put the health of our planet front and center. In this episode, we speak with Eugene Cordero, a professor at San Jose State University who's created the Green Ninja science curriculum to foster the next generation of environmental stewards. The post The Green Ninja | Eugene Cordero appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Imagine if the science taught in schools put the health of our planet front and center. In this episode, we speak with Eugene Cordero, a professor at San Jose State University who's created the Green Ninja science curriculum to foster the next generation of environmental stewards.

Advancements in modern medicine have made us healthier and improved our quality of life. But at what cost? In the pursuit of science, many of us have lost touch with indigenous modes of healing. We spoke with Olatokunboh Obasi, an herbalist and teacher in Puerto Rico, about the wisdom of indigenous teachings that can bring us in better balance within ourselves and with nature. The post Plant Medicine and Indigenous Wisdom | Olatokunboh Obasi appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Advancements in modern medicine have made us healthier and improved our quality of life. But at what cost? In the pursuit of science, many of us have lost touch with indigenous modes of healing. We spoke with Olatokunboh Obasi, an herbalist and teacher in Puerto Rico, about the wisdom of indigenous teachings that can bring us in better balance within ourselves and with nature.

There are over 2.69 billion active online gamers in the world. Most of them just want to have some fun in a digital reality. But what if we could mobilize those masses to make a difference in the real world? In this episode, we speak with Kayla Anderson, a gamer, streamer, and content creator, about the transforming the gaming community into a force for climate action. The post Climate Change is NOT a Game | Kayla Anderson appeared first on Pod of Gold.

There are over 2.69 billion active online gamers in the world. Most of them just want to have some fun in a digital reality. But what if we could mobilize those masses to make a difference in the real world? In this episode, we speak with Kayla Anderson, a gamer, streamer, and content creator, about the transforming the gaming community into a force for climate action.

Ever feel intense anxiety over the deteriorating state of our planet? Good news: you're not alone. Even better news: there's help. In this episode, we speak with climate psychologists Megan Kennedy-Woodard and Patrick Kennedy-Williams who have made it their mission to help people turn climate anxiety into climate action. The post An Appointment with the Climate Psychologists | Megan Kennedy-Woodard and Patrick Kennedy-Williams appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Ever feel intense anxiety over the deteriorating state of our planet? Good news: you're not alone.  Even better news: there's help. In this episode, we speak with climate psychologists Megan Kennedy-Woodard and Patrick Kennedy-Williams who have made it their mission to help people turn climate anxiety into climate action.

Making a difference in the fight against climate change doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best. In this episode, we speak with Selva co-founder Harry Hely-Hutchinson about how people can easily offset their carbon footprints by funding the planting of trees.

Making a difference in the fight against climate change doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best. In this episode, we speak with Selva co-founder Harry Hely-Hutchinson about how people can easily offset their carbon footprints by funding the planting of trees. The post More Trees, Please! | Harry Hely-Hutchinson appeared first on Pod of Gold.

What can we learn from recollections of the Ice Age about climate change today? Veli Albert Kallio is an ethnoclimatologist who uses history from indigenous peoples to evaluate our current climate crisis. Through this lens, we can see the ghosts that may come back to haunt us--hopefully in time to do something about it. The post Ghosts of Climates Past | Veli Albert Kallio appeared first on Pod of Gold.

What can we learn from recollections of the Ice Age about climate change today? Veli Albert Kallio is an ethnoclimatologist who uses history from indigenous peoples to evaluate our current climate crisis. Through this lens, we can see the ghosts that may come back to haunt us--hopefully in time to do something about it.

Why can't we stop degrading our ecosystems? It's not our failure to recycle, so much as a matter of systemic inertia. Continuously prioritizing corporate profit has led us to our current climate crisis, while also exacerbating racial and economic injustices. In this episode, we discuss the importance of centering anti-racist and feminist leadership to disrupt this status quo in the fight for our planet with Northeastern University's Jennie Stephens. The post Dismantling the Pollutriarchy | Jennie Stephens appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Why can't we stop degrading our ecosystems? It's not our failure to recycle, so much as a matter of systemic inertia. Continuously prioritizing corporate profit has led us to our current climate crisis, while also exacerbating racial and economic injustices. In this episode, we discuss  the importance of centering anti-racist and feminist leadership to disrupt this status quo in the fight for our planet with Jennie Stephens, author of Diversifying Power.

In this episode, we speak with Donna Reitano and Ajay Mehta, two of the founders of em4. Through their work, they help social impact organizations in the Global South build capacity to increase their reach and efficacy. We ask their advice for others trying to do the same. The post Do Good Better | Donna Reitano and Ajay Mehta appeared first on Pod of Gold.

We have a massive waste problem, with hundreds of millions of tons of garbage going into landfills every year. In this episode we talk to Richard Perl, CAO of TerraCycle, about the economics driving this massive waste issue and what we can do to recycle better and phase out single use packaging.  The post Do Good Better | Donna Reitano and Ajay Mehta appeared first on Pod of Gold.

We have a massive waste problem, with hundreds of millions of tons of garbage going into landfills every year. In this episode we talk to Richard Perl, CAO of TerraCycle, about the economics driving this massive waste issue and what we can do to recycle better and phase out single use packaging.  The post The Waste is Over | Richard Perl appeared first on Pod of Gold.

In this episode, we talk about how cities can recover economically from the COVID-19 pandemic and launch into a greener and more equitable form of urban life with NYC Comptroller, Scott Stringer. The post The Urban Upgrade | Scott Stringer appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Mel and Stef take a closer look at our last four interviews, drawing connections and painting a picture of the future based on key nuggets from past episodes. The post “The Nugget” | Eps. 73, 74, 77, & 78 appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Former Häagen-Dazs CEO and founder of the L'Oréal Prestige innovation World Lab, Fabrice Leclerc, shares his ideas about how we can transform corporations to do business that maximizes life instead of profit. The post The Business of Life | Fabrice Leclerc appeared first on Pod of Gold.

What if time spent helping others could earn you help in return? Get to know the ways the Zeitpolster time bank is creating systems of mutual care in this episode with Gernot Jochum-Müller. The post Time to Care | Gernot Jochum-Müller appeared first on Pod of Gold.

So nice, we had to do it twice! Dive deeper into the topic of Unconditional Basic Income in our second webinar, co-hosted with FEASTA and Vermonters for a New Economy. We discuss the finer points of UBI as a key element in the transition to a society centered around universal well-being. Featuring Scott Santens, Marjukka Turunen, Herbert Jauch, Enno Schmidt, and Michel Bauwens.  The post UBI: The Webinar: The Episode: The Sequel appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Earlier this year, we co-hosted two webinars with FEASTA and Vermonters for a New Economy to discuss the feasibility and mechanics of an unconditional (or guaranteed) basic income. This episode is an edited recording of our first conversation with Marjukka Turunen, Elinor Buchen, Brent Ranalli, and Justin Williams. The post UBI: The Webinar: The Episode appeared first on Pod of Gold.

Economic empowerment and community agency are the new humanitarian aid. In this episode, we're exploring the power of digital currencies to spark economic activity and build resilience in refugee communities with Danish Red Cross' Adam Bornstein.

It's the inherent catch-22 of decarbonization. Building wind turbines, solar panels, and electric cars requires the use of rare metals like cobalt and nickel. The question is: what are we willing to sacrifice to get them? Everything you need to know about deep sea mining in this episode with OceanCare's Cyrill Martin.

Domination and partnership. Our guest this week, Riane Eisler, looks at the history of human society through these two lenses. When in a domination configuration, our familial, economic, and political lives are characterized by conquest, imbalance of power, and abuse. Partnership configurations, on the other hand, emphasize the values of caring, consciousness, and creativity at all levels of society. We got to speak with Riane about what we can do to reorient our systems around the values of empathy and interconnection so that we can survive and thrive in the 21st century.

With development of peer-to-peer networks like blockchain and Holochain, we are on witnessing the birth of a new generation of the internet. There are myriad applications of this technology to revolutionize our data management, supply chains, social interactions, and economic systems. But, as with any technology, we have to be intentional in its design and application to avoid unwanted biases and outcomes. Shermin Voshmgir, founder of Token Kitchen and author of Token Economy, is committed to making this technology accessible to users without tech backgrounds, so we can all participate in deciding how it's used.

A healthy ocean is essential to the survival of almost all life on Earth. Unfortunately, at it's last check up, the ocean wasn't doing so hot. Acidification, melting ice caps, pollution, and overfishing are just a few of the threats to its wellbeing. In this episode, we speak with Max Bello of Mission Blue about the policy interventions and individual actions that could pull the ocean back from the brink. 

Pandemic. Vaccine. Climate emergency. Is it controversial to say that we need scientific knowledge to understand and deal with issues like these? Not on our show. But it's no question that public trust in science has diminished in recent years. In this episode, we speak with Avisha NessAiver (@distilledscience) about his work delivering digestible scientific knowledge on  social media and how we can reestablish trust in this essential field.