Best Planet B Productions Podcasts (2025)

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Why Human Rhythm Outruns AI Every Time 20:23

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Ever felt a room change when the band locks in and the audience leans forward at the same time? That’s the moment we chase today—where pulse becomes conversation, risk becomes texture, and four people in a room make something no algorithm has learned to feel. We open with the pull of the orchestra’s shared breath, then trace that energy through jaz…

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Budget Breakdown Special w/ Carys Afoko and Hannah Peaker 44:13

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In a special Budget crossover episode, James Meadway is joined by Carys Afoko, Host of Over the Top and Under the Radar, and Hannah Peaker, deputy chief executive at the New Economics Foundation, and occasional host of their New Economics Podcast. Together, they give their reaction to Rachel Reeves' budget that could seal her and Keir Starmer's fut…

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Am I Herbalist Enough? Real Talk For Herbalists Experiencing Imposter Syndrome 32:16

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Have you ever felt like you're not quite herbalist enough? If so, you're not alone, and neither am I. In this episode, we're talking about imposter syndrome in the herbal world and sharing the very human side of growing as an herbalist. And yes, even after 25 years of studying, teaching, formulating, running a product line, and guiding thousands of…

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Use subconscious therapy & Internal Family Systems to heal, with Therapist Krishna Avalon 35:50

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Send us a text What is subconscious therapy and how is it different from traditional talk therapy? If you’re interested in moving away from limiting beliefs or self-sabotaging behaviours, or getting unstuck from stressful or traumatic events, listen to my guest this week Krishna Avalon, a licensed acupuncturist, subconscious therapist, PSYCH-K faci…

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Earth Observed | Episode 13 | Climate, Product & Physical Risk, with Sam Wilks 34:54

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Episode 13 is live! This week, we welcome Sam Wilks to the Earth Observed podcast, a seasoned product leader and former CTO with a 10-year track record of successfully taking complex, enterprise products from ideation to launch to growth. Sam is the Head of Product at VIDA, the leading software for infrastructure investors to assess climate risks, …

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Reeves' Budget Blunders w/ Antonia Jennings 28:56

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This week on The Curve, James Meadway is joined by Antonia Jennings - chief executive at the centre for London. Together they discuss Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget blunders (1:36). In the full version of the show available exclusively to Patreon supporters, James and Antonia also discuss the series of changes to Britain's asylum system announced t…

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The Art of Playing for Twelve People and a Bartender 11:34

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A sticky floor, a half-broken PA, and fifteen people who actually listen—sometimes that’s all it takes to shape a voice you’ll carry for life. We revisit our Boston days with Unction, the band that treated Monday nights at The Rat like a creative laboratory, and we unpack why low-stakes rooms are the secret engine of real growth. From peeling paint…

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How embodiment anchors us in this digital age, with Embody author & TEDx speaker Andrena Woodhams 35:26

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Send us a text We created this digital world, can’t stop it, but can’t seem to live with it without losing ourselves. So what can we do? If you’re interested in unlocking your full potential with your own body intelligence listen to my guest this week Andrena Woodham bestselling author of Embody- the power of presence in an age of distraction. She …

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Spotlight: Marine Layer — Making Comfort, Craft and Responsibility Look Effortless 12:12

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Meet Marine Layer… an apparel brand proving that comfort, craft and responsibility can live in the same garment, and a Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight Series episode of the Podcast, we turn to the world of apparel, a category with an enormous environmental footprint and a long history of opaque supply chains. Marine Layer app…

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LOVE💗ALTER 3:07

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when Love changes in a relationship as it always does, it never stays the same I wrote a song about it please share and comment thanks for listening

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Spotlight: Califia Farms -- Making Plant-Based Dairy an Easy Everyday Choice 13:49

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Meet Califia Farms… a plant-based pioneer redefining how dairy-free can taste, perform and nourish both people and the planet — and a Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight episode we turn to the world of dairy, a category with a significant environmental footprint yet enormous potential for positive change when reimagined through a…

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Earth Observed | Episode 12 | Philippe Raisin: Climate De-Risked 29:05

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In this episode, DeepRec.ai's Sam Warwick had the pleasure of sitting down with Philippe Raisin, Co-Founder and CTO of VIDA, a company focused on future-proofing infrastructure against the risks of climate change - and a company Sam has worked very closely with over the past few years. Tune in for expert insights on: - Progress in the fight against…

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COP30 & Adapting To A Warming World 13:20

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On this week's episode of Macrodose, James Meadway takes a look at the context surrounding the world's climate negotiations as delegates gather in Brazil for COP30 (1:26), and how the world is looking to adapt to a hotter global climate (8:00). Subscribe to support the show at ⁠patreon.com/Macrodose.⁠ Your pledge is a donation supporting free publi…

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How clean are the products you put on your skin with Birch Babe CEO Kelsey Irvine 41:50

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Send us a text Why would we want to clean up our skincare and beauty products? If you’re interested in putting toxin-free, sustainable from on your body listen to my guest this week Kelsey Irvine CEO of Birch Babe, a female and family led company offering a collection of 60+ award-winning, certified all natural, vegan and cruelty-free skin, body, b…

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Episode 52 – Celebrating 10 Years of Making a Difference with the Team at Reuseabox 1:13:21

14d ago1:13:21

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Send us a text This year, Reuseabox celebrates 10 incredible years of making a difference, from saving millions of boxes from being recycled too soon to helping businesses embrace the circular economy. But behind every milestone, every delivery, and every sustainability win is a team of passionate people who have been driving it all forward. In thi…

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Mamdani's Momentous Win w/ Sarah Jaffe 29:33

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This week on The Curve, James Meadway is joined by author and journalist Sarah Jaffe who has covered New York politics extensively. Together, they discuss Zohran Mamdani's momentous victory in New York's mayoral election and what it means for the future of economic populism on the left. In the full episode James and Sarah also discuss UK Chancellor…

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Greening My... Kidswear -- Smarter Clothes for a Healthier Planet 20:52

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Kids grow fast — and so does their impact on the planet. From constant wardrobe changes to fast fashion’s hidden costs, children’s clothing creates a surprisingly large environmental footprint through resource use, waste, and microplastic pollution. In this new episode of the Seeing Green Podcast’s Greening My… series, we explore how families can k…

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Healing power of textiles with Nicole Nehrig, psychologist & author of With Her Own hands 37:45

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Send us a text How have women used textile work to create meaning and purpose in their lives throughout history? If you'd like to know how creative interests like knitting and sewing can help in psychological transformation, listen to my guest this week Nicole Nehrig, clinical and research psychologist, who has helped individuals and couples proces…

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#102 Jeff Burningham - AI Is a Mirror — Not the Enemy 1:14:03

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What if artificial intelligence isn't our biggest threat but our clearest reflection? In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, entrepreneur and venture capitalist Jeff Burningham, author of “The Last Book Written by a Human,” joins host Cody McLain to explore how AI mirrors our own consciousness, habits, and hidden fears. Discover why chasing…

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Community Herbalism in Action: Accessible Ways to Share Plant Medicine & Support Your Neighbors 26:23

18d ago26:23

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When healthcare becomes unaffordable, food insecurity rises, and communities are struggling, herbalists have a unique power to help. But how do you actually show up without burning out or giving everything away? In this episode, you'll discover simple, accessible ways to share plant medicine in your community—from free herb walks and sliding-scale …

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Earth Observed | Episode 11 | Felix Geremus: Synthetic Data Breaking Barriers in EO 42:12

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In this episode of the Earth Observed Podcast, Sam Warwick had the pleasure of interviewing Felix Geremus, CTO and Co-Founder of Another Earth, a startup focused on creating synthetic data for Earth Observation. Felix shares his unique journey from visual effects to geospatial technology, discussing the role of synthetic data in training AI models,…

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Spotlight: MorningStar Farms -- Leader Making Plant-Based Eating Part of Everyday Life 15:56

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Meet MorningStar Farms — the plant-based pioneer making sustainable eating accessible to everyone — and today’s Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight episode, we explore one of the most important drivers of climate impact and public health: the food we eat every day. Animal agriculture is responsible for up to 14.5% of global green…

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Episode 51 – Why We Need to Stop Global Yawning in the World of Sustainability with Joss Ford from Enviral 1:09:29

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re joined by Joss Ford, founder of Enviral, a B Corp certified marketing agency on a mission to tell stories that truly matter. Joss has grown Enviral into one of the UK’s leading purpose-driven agencies, helping brands not only look sustainable but be sustainable. We’ll explore his journey, what it really means t…

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Semiconductors & Artificial Intelligence w/ Richard Jones 28:43

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James Meadway is away this week but we wanted to leave you with this important conversation from June 2023, directly relevant to the current fears that the AI bubble is about to burst. It's with Richard Jones - professor of materials physics and innovation policy at the University of Manchester, and a fellow at the royal society - and the conversat…

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Greening My... Laundry -- Lower Costs, Cleaner Clothes, Healthier Planet 26:01

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Laundry is one of the most routine parts of daily life — but it’s also one of the biggest hidden contributors to household emissions, plastic waste and water use. From heating water to microplastic pollution, our laundry habits have ripple effects across the planet. In this new episode of the Seeing Green Podcast’s Greening My… series, we uncover h…

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Be a Ninja for coffee justice with NGO Coffee Watch founder Etelle Higonnet 38:45

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Send us a text How can we use our beautiful power collectively to stop deforestation, heal the planet, and support farmers, with every cup of coffee... Make the world better with every sip! If you’re interested in making more ecological coffee choices, listen to my guest this week Etelle Higonnet, attorney, environmental activist, and knighted as a…

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Spotlight: Depop -- Turning Secondhand Into a Cultural Movement 14:10

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Meet Depop — the resale platform turning secondhand into a cultural movement — and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day. In this Spotlight episode, we explore one of the fastest-growing shifts in sustainable living: the rise of recommerce. The fashion industry is responsible for up to 10% of global carbon emissions and 92 million tons of textile…

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Episode 5: Overshoot LIVE 50:23

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Overshoot affects everything - where do we start? In this bonus episode, a panel of leading climate thinkers and doers discuss the implications of 1.5C overshoot for law, geopolitics, activism, and more. Host Laurie Laybourn is joined by Arlo Brady (Freuds), Olivia Lazard (Berggruen Institute), Harj Narulla (Doughty Street Chambers), and Clover Hog…

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[OVERSHOOT] Episode 5: Overshoot LIVE 50:23

1M ago50:23

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Overshoot affects everything - where do we start? In this bonus episode, a panel of leading climate thinkers and doers discuss the implications of 1.5C overshoot for law, geopolitics, activism, and more. Host Laurie Laybourn is joined by Arlo Brady (Freuds), Olivia Lazard (Berggruen Institute), Harj Narulla (Doughty Street Chambers), and Clover Hog…

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Get Wild 15:54

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What if the map is the problem? We trade tidy outlines for living curiosity and show how “getting wild” can rescue a flat draft, reroute a stuck project, and even clarify the self that’s been hiding behind a careful plan. Wildness here isn’t chaos. It’s the deeper order you notice when you pause the algorithm, walk into unfamiliar streets, and let …

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The Art of the Call 16:37

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Ever stared down a project while your brain begged for one more option, one more draft, one more “thinking walk”? We’ve been there—on an opera stage with eighty Vikings, in ad studios racing against dawn, and inside a passion project that ballooned into overwhelm. Today we pull those threads together to show how decisive action turns chaos into cre…

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Spotlight: Beco Pets -- Innovating Pet Essentials to Protect the Planet 17:20

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Meet Beco Pets — a pet care company proving that loving our animals and caring for the Earth go paw-in-paw — and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 24. In this Spotlight episode, we turn to an often-overlooked contributor to household emissions and waste: our pets. From food to toys to poop bags, the pet industry generates millions…

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War, Climate Crisis and the Economy w/ Transition Security Project 1:00:15

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Today we are posting a bonus episode recorded by our friends over at Transition Security Project. In this fascinating discussion, former Macrodose guests Laleh Khalili and Thea Riofrancos are joined by Stephen Semler, co-founder of Security Policy Reform Institute, and Ilias Alami, Assistant Professor in the Political Economy of Development at the …

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Earth Observed | Episode 10 | Mike Spaeth: Mapping Minds – Where Geospatial Meets AI Education 33:41

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In this episode of the Earth Observed Podcast, DeepRec.ai's Sam Warwick sits down with Mike Spaeth, Global VP at the United States Artificial Intelligence Institute, to explore the transformative power of AI in the geospatial industry. They delve into the intersection of AI and Earth Observation, discussing how these technologies are reshaping indu…

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Spotlight: Christy Dawn -- Regenerating Fashion from Farm-to-Closet 14:06

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Meet Christy Dawn... a fashion brand redefining what clothing can do for people and the planet and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 22. In this Spotlight episode we turn to apparel, one of the most environmentally damaging industries on Earth yet one of the most powerful levers for restoration when reimagined through a regenerati…

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Episode 50 – Busting the Myths on What It Means to Offer a Truly Natural Consumer Product with Thomas Laird from Salt of the Earth 57:00

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Send us a text In this milestone 50th episode, Jack and Ellie sit down with Thomas Laird, owner of Salt of the Earth. For more than 30 years, the family-run business has been shaking up the deodorant industry with natural, refillable products. Thomas shares why sustainability and profit can go hand in hand, how refillable packaging can cut plastic …

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Will The Budget Be The End Of Starmer? w/ Nicholas Beuret 19:17

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This week on The Curve, James Meadway is joined by Nicholas Beuret - author of Or Something Worse:Why We Need to Disrupt the Climate Transition⁠. Together, they discuss mounting speculation over the upcoming budget and the longevity of Keir Starmer's premiership. In the extended episode, available to Macrodose members on Patreon, they discuss Nicho…

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Greening My... Sneakers -- Lighter Footprint, Cleaner Future 27:21

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Sneakers may seem like an everyday essential — but behind every pair lies an environmental journey that spans raw materials, manufacturing, shipping and, too often, landfill disposal. The global footwear industry produces more than 24 billion pairs of shoes every year, making it one of the most resource-intensive categories in fashion. In this new …

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Supporting an alternative food system with Reaping What She Sows author Nancy Matsumoto 32:35

17d ago32:35

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Send us a text How can we change our eating habits in ways that improve our health, the health of the planet, and promote equity in the food system? If you’re interested in supporting a healthier food system listen to my guest this week Nancy Matsumoto, an award-winning freelance writer and editor who specializes in the areas of regenerative agricu…

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Spotlight: GoodSAM Foods - Regenerative Eating That’s Good for Farmers, People and Planet 14:10

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Meet GoodSAM Foods — a company reimagining how the global food system can work for farmers, consumers and the planet and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 20. In this Spotlight episode, we turn to food, an industry that touches every life on Earth and holds enormous power to drive climate and social impact. GoodSAM Foods was found…

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Episode 4: Derailment 35:04

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How can we be resilient to what comes next? One of Spain’s worst disasters was driven by climate change. But it ended up boosting climate deniers. This episode explores how to avoid this, what it really means to prepare for a world above 1.5°C, and why governments are clinging to fantasy preparation plans. And we hear the stories of how we can stay…

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#101 Anthony Abbagnano: The Illness That Sparked a Global Breathwork Revolution 1:08:42

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When life brought him to the edge of death, Anthony Abbagnano discovered something extraordinary — the hidden power of breath. From total physical collapse to becoming a global transformation leader, Anthony’s story reveals how conscious breathing can unlock healing, restore balance, and help us reconnect to who we truly are. As the founder of Alch…

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[OVERSHOOT] Episode 4: Derailment 35:04

1M ago35:04

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How can we be resilient to what comes next? One of Spain’s worst disasters was driven by climate change. But it ended up boosting climate deniers. This episode explores how to avoid this, what it really means to prepare for a world above 1.5°C, and why governments are clinging to fantasy preparation plans. And we hear the stories of how we can stay…

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Spotlight: Thousand Fell – Recyclable Sneakers for a Circular Future 14:40

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Meet Thousand Fell — a sneaker brand redefining what it means to walk lightly on the planet, and the Seeing Green Solutionist of the Day for October 17. In this Spotlight episode, we turn to footwear — an industry known for its massive footprint yet bursting with opportunity for change. Thousand Fell, based in New York, was founded on a radical but…

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Earth Observed | Episode 9 | Rosalie van der Maas: The Geospatial Paradox 26:58

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🎧 Episode 9 of Earth observed is live! We had the pleasure of catching up with Rosalie van der Maas, Co-Founder and CEO of Ellipsis Drive, about the growing complexities and opportunities in geospatial data. Have a listen to learn more about the unique nature of geospatial data, the importance of interoperability, and the evolving landscape of geos…

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Greening My... Happy Hour - Pouring Purpose into Every Glass 21:36

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Happy hour might be a small ritual, but behind every bottle, can and glass poured lies a complex environmental story. From vineyard to brewery to distillery, our favorite drinks depend on water, energy and agriculture — all of which have a planetary price tag. In this Seeing Green Podcast episode in the Greening My… series, we explore what it means…

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Episode 49 – Why Businesses Must Give People Second Chances with Camilla Marcus-Dew from Amplify Goods 48:17

1M ago48:17

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Send us a text How can something as simple as washing your hands create ripples of impact in society? In this episode, we sit down with Camilla Marcus-Dew, Co-Founder of Amplify Goods, a 100% women-owned and led UK social enterprise. Amplify Goods makes everyday soaps and suds with extraordinary impact. They are crafted from low-impact, naturally d…

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Is the AI Bubble about to burst? 17:35

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On this week's episode of Macrodose, James Meadway takes a look at: First, with warnings from both the Bank of England and IMF this week, the spectre of the AI bubble bursting is looming larger than ever before (0:35). Second, what should we make of renewed escalation in the US-China trade war (10:24). Subscribe to support the show at patreon.com/M…

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Adaptogens & Nervines: My Go-To Herbs for Stress, Anxiety & Immune Support 31:13

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If your nervous system has been feeling fried lately — you’re not alone. In this episode of The Herbalist’s Path, I’m sharing the herbal allies that have truly carried me through this season of uncertainty and overwhelm. We’ll chat about my favorite adaptogens and nervines for calming anxiety, easing tension, rebuilding resilience, and supporting t…

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Hydration for super-health with Gina Bria, anthropologist & co-author of Quench. 39:32

2M ago39:32

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Send us a text Better Hydration without All That Guzzling: Can You Can Solve Your Health and Our Planet’s Problems with Water Secrets? Gina Bria is an anthropologist and founder of the Hydration Foundation, recognized as a leading resource for hydration science and education. She’s the co-author with Dr. Dana Cohen, MD of QUENCH: Your five day plan…