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We continue to dive into the critical topic of Indigenous rights and issues they face with Leslie Anne St. Amour, a Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation member and the Campaigns Director for Raven. This …

We continue to dive …

We continue to dive into the critical topic of Indigenous rights and issues they face with Leslie Anne St. Amour, a Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation member and the Campaigns Director for Raven. This episode offers a profound exploration of the historical and contemporary challenges faced by Indigenous communities, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing systemic injustices.  Specifically,The Impact of Laws and TreatiesLeslie Anne provides a detailed account of how historical laws and treaties have adversely affected Indigenous communities. One poignant example is the creat…

With Leslie Anne St. Amour, a lawyer, champion of Indigenous rights, a social activist and the Campaigns Director of Raven, we get up close and personal in trying to understand the Indigenous perspect…

With Leslie Anne St.…

With Leslie Anne St. Amour, a lawyer, champion of Indigenous rights, a social activist and the Campaigns Director of Raven, we get up close and personal in trying to understand the Indigenous perspective.   Because, despite the critical role Indigenous communities can play in environmental stewardship, there is a noticeable reluctance to integrate their voices. This reluctance can be attributed to several factors:Historical Marginalization: Indigenous communities have been historically marginalized and excluded from decision-making processes.Lack of Awareness: There is a general lack of aware…

What can we quickly learn and incorporate about Indigenous viewpoints into our environmental projects, task forces, work, careers and studies? In this episode we uncoverIndigenous Perspectives in Envi…

What can we quickly …

What can we quickly learn and incorporate about Indigenous viewpoints into our environmental projects, task forces, work, careers and studies? In this episode we uncoverIndigenous Perspectives in Environmental Initiatives:Discover why it’s crucial to include indigenous voices in conservation and sustainability projects.Learn how indigenous knowledge can transform our approach to environmental work.Stewardship of the Land:Understand the profound concept of stewardship from an indigenous viewpoint.Explore how indigenous people see themselves not as owners, but as caretakers of the land.Impact …

This is our final episode of the four-part series for using the law to make permanent changes with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies. (The first epis…

This is our final ep…

This is our final episode of the four-part series for using the law to make permanent changes with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies. (The first episode can be found here; the second here, and the third episode here.) Rebecca is the founding director of the Centre for Urban Environmental Reform, an award winning author, a college professor at the City University of New York School of Law and the go to expert for the basic human right to live in a healthy environment. You reach out to Rebecca on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. This episode we…

This is the second episode of a four-part series on using the law to make permanent changes with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies. (The first episod…

This is the second e…

This is the second episode of a four-part series on using the law to make permanent changes with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies. (The first episode can be found here.) Rebecca is the founding director of the Centre for Urban Environmental Reform, an award winning author, a college professor at the City University of New York School of Law and the go to expert for the fundamental human right to live in a healthy environment. You reach out to Rebecca on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. This episode we uncover:The Power of Litigation in Envir…

We begin the first episode with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies. Rebecca is the founding director of the Centre for Urban Environmental Reform, an …

We begin the first e…

We begin the first episode with the highly respected environmental justice and human rights lawyer Rebecca Bratspies. Rebecca is the founding director of the Centre for Urban Environmental Reform, an award-winning author, a college professor at the City University of New York School of Law and the go-to expert for the fundamental human right to live in a healthy environment. You can reach out to Rebecca on LinkedIn, Facebook and TwitterWe begin the series with a look at the convergence of Law, Environmental Justice, and Human Rights and dig into:-The Swiss Case: A Legal Milestone for Climate J…

What does the cloak of cynicism have to do with masterful communication?  Absolutely everything.  The world has changed and so too has the way people receive messages.  Therefore, like everything e…

What does the cloak …

What does the cloak of cynicism have to do with masterful communication?  Absolutely everything.  The world has changed and so too has the way people receive messages.  Therefore, like everything else, we need to shake up the status quo and make some changes.  Why, you ask? To counteract -- -The Business-Leader Double LifeFar too many of us are eco-warriors at home but profit-driven executives at work. This dichotomy raises a critical question: Why hasn't the message of environmental stewardship permeated the corporate psyche? As we pondered this, it became clear that the pursuit of short…

None of us ever want to ruffle feathers, say the wrong thing or come across like a jerk.  That's one of the reasons why mastering the art of masterful communication is so helpful.  But what if there…

None of us ever want…

None of us ever want to ruffle feathers, say the wrong thing or come across like a jerk.  That's one of the reasons why mastering the art of masterful communication is so helpful.  But what if there were a better way?  That's what we are getting into today chatting with Chin Chang. (The first episode of the series is here, the second is here.)  Chin is an entrepreneur focused on increasing profits for Social Impact Businesses.  Through his business  Classy Narwhal he has helped more than 500 international purpose-driven companies scale and amplify their impact by building their sales pro…

This episode picks up where we left off on the topic of masterful communication. If we believe that masterful communication is the key to getting what we want, then anyone and everyone working in the …

This episode picks u…

This episode picks up where we left off on the topic of masterful communication. If we believe that masterful communication is the key to getting what we want, then anyone and everyone working in the sustainability, climate change, eco friendly space of do good, be good will enjoy this conversation with Chin Chang.  Chin is an entrepreneur focused on increasing profits for Social Impact Businesses.  Through his business  Classy Narwhal he has helped more than 500 international purpose-driven companies scale and amplify their impact by building their sales processes and providing ethical sal…

Host Charlene Norman discusses the pivotal role of communication within the climate change makers community. She critiques traditional communication methods in the climate and sustainability sectors, …

Host Charlene Norman…

Host Charlene Norman discusses the pivotal role of communication within the climate change makers community. She critiques traditional communication methods in the climate and sustainability sectors, advocating for a shift towards more effective strategies. Charlene underscores the importance of masterful communication, which involves establishing context, relevance, and clear next steps. She uses a personal anecdote to illustrate the power of effective communication and encourages listeners to focus on clarity, relevance, credibility, and simplicity. The episode concludes with a call to act…

This three-part series takes a deeper look into the concept of Degrowth.With sustainability expert Nooshin Akrami, who holds chartered qualifications as both an environmentalist and architectural tech…

This three-part seri…

This three-part series takes a deeper look into the concept of Degrowth.With sustainability expert Nooshin Akrami, who holds chartered qualifications as both an environmentalist and architectural technologist, this is a thought-provoking discussion about a concept that challenges the very foundation of our economic system.The first episode is here, the second is here.We wrap up the series with a look at what it truly means to be sustainable in today's world, and how organizations can genuinely align with such practices.  We dig into - The Imperative of Sustainable Practices- The Roadblocks t…

This three-part series takes a deeper look into the concept of Degrowth.With sustainability expert Nooshin Akrami, who holds chartered qualifications as both an environmentalist and architectural tech…

This three-part seri…

This three-part series takes a deeper look into the concept of Degrowth.With sustainability expert Nooshin Akrami, who holds chartered qualifications as both an environmentalist and architectural technologist, this is a thought-provoking discussion about a concept that challenges the very foundation of our economic system.The first episode is here.   In the second episode, we delve into-The Business Perspective: Opportunities Amidst Challenges-Education's Role in Shaping Economic Mindsets-Addressing Waste, Inequality, and Environmental Degradation The 5Cs podcast, book and community are about…

This three part-series takes a deeper look into the concept of Degrowth.With sustainability expert Nooshin Akrami, who holds chartered qualifications as both an environmentalist and architectural tech…

This three part-seri…

This three part-series takes a deeper look into the concept of Degrowth.With sustainability expert Nooshin Akrami, who holds chartered qualifications as both an environmentalist and architectural technologist, this is a thought-provoking discussion about a concept that challenges the very foundation of our economic system.  In this first episode, we explore the implications of degrowth for our economy, society, and the environment. Specifically, we cover-Understanding Degrowth: A Paradigm Shift-The Social and Environmental Imperative-Business in the Age of Degrowth-Challenging the Growth Mant…

Roger Brenninkmeyer of PECO gets up close and personal and discusses his transition from traditional business professional to a champion of social enterprise and sustainability. Roger shares his reali…

Roger Brenninkmeyer …

Roger Brenninkmeyer of PECO gets up close and personal and discusses his transition from traditional business professional to a champion of social enterprise and sustainability. Roger shares his realization of the environmental impact of his work, leading to a shift towards value-based business practices. Despite initial setbacks with "Branding for Good," he found success with "Riverstone Branding" by focusing on authentic branding. Roger's journey culminates in his excitement for his new venture, PECO Plastic Essence Collaborative, in Vancouver, reflecting his commitment to making a positive …

We all live with the pressing issue of plastic waste. Environmental artist Roger Brenninkmeyer of PECO discusses the ban on plastic bags, the importation of plastics, and the overwhelming size and qua…

We all live with the…

We all live with the pressing issue of plastic waste. Environmental artist Roger Brenninkmeyer of PECO discusses the ban on plastic bags, the importation of plastics, and the overwhelming size and quantity of plastic waste. Roger shares his experience with melting plastic to minimize waste and advocates for a closed-loop system to tackle the problem. The conversation highlights the urgency of finding innovative solutions to manage the growing plastic pollution and the need for collective action to protect the environment. -The Plastic Predicament: A Global Challenge-Personal Insights on Plast…

Roger Brenninkmeyer of PECO shares with us his transformation from a marketing expert to an eco-conscious artist including his inspiration from Precious Plastics, his innovative approach to creating a…

Roger Brenninkmeyer …

Roger Brenninkmeyer of PECO shares with us his transformation from a marketing expert to an eco-conscious artist including his inspiration from Precious Plastics, his innovative approach to creating art from recycled plastic, his passion for involving community participation and his plans for the future of his company. To see pictures of his art creations, go here.In this first of three episides with Roger, we dive into -The Genesis of PECO (Plastic Essence Collaborative)-Discovering the Value in Precious Plastic-Community and Creation-The Public's Embrace-Beyond Art: A Vision for Sustainabil…

This is the last in a three part series about many things nuclear with Neil Alexander of the Canadian Nuclear Society.  These are the key insights and highlights from our conversation-Small Modular R…

This is the last in …

This is the last in a three part series about many things nuclear with Neil Alexander of the Canadian Nuclear Society.  These are the key insights and highlights from our conversation-Small Modular Reactors: A Game-Changer-Government vs. Private Management-The Imperative of Safety-Public Perception and Understanding Radiation-The Potential of Nuclear EnergyYou can find Neil here as well as a raft of solid information and read his blog here.  Keep your eyes peeled for his knowledge building video series about the nuclear industry.  And if you want to reach out to him, let me know.  He doesn…

This is the last in a three part series about many things nuclear with Neil Alexander of the Canadian Nuclear Society.  These are the key insights and highlights from our conversation-Small Modular R…

This is the last in …

This is the last in a three part series about many things nuclear with Neil Alexander of the Canadian Nuclear Society.  These are the key insights and highlights from our conversation-Small Modular Reactors: A Game-Changer-Government vs. Private Management-The Imperative of Safety-Public Perception and Understanding Radiation-The Potential of Nuclear EnergyYou can find Neil here as well as a raft of solid information and read his blog here.  Keep your eyes peeled for his knowledge building video series about the nuclear industry.  And if you want to reach out to him, let me know.  He doesn…