What if you’re not alone and definitely not crazy for longing for a healthier world? What if your tribe is out there also searching for ways to navigate this tumultuous time in history? This podcast is for people looking for wisdom and courage to take a stand and plant seeds of change – with purpose and joy. Come join us as we explore the rich web of life and our being – who we are and what we wish to become. We humans are gardeners; creators and guardians of life, of connections, of stories ...
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Are you using red language or green language?
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58:43The words we choose have profound power to shape our collective reality and consciousness. Consciously selecting positive, life-affirming language can transform not just our individual experience, but our entire relationship with each other and our environment. Rather than merely reframing negatives, we can "upframe" our communication to create hig…
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Effective social change means balancing activism with self-care and maintaining healthy relationships. Burnout in social movements often comes from difficult interpersonal dynamics and unresolved trauma, not just the workload itself. Sustainable change happens when we can acknowledge others' humanity and work together across differences, even with …
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We need to do more than merely survive – we need to thrive
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44:45Thriving isn't a distant ideal, but a practical ability we can develop through specific practices and mindsets, focusing on seeing the world as interconnected living systems rather than mechanical parts. We need to learn new ways of being, interacting, and serving that help create conditions where both individuals and communities can flourish, even…
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We often rush to find certainty and answers, when instead we should take time to sit with questions, embrace not knowing, and allow ourselves to explore and integrate our experiences more deeply. The value lies not in reaching quick conclusions or becoming “experts”, but in the journey of inquiry and allowing space for deeper understanding. Carina …
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Don’t just practice regeneration – incarnate it
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1:06:55Regenerative leadership isn't just another business strategy or PowerPoint presentation – it’s a fundamental shift in how we operate, requiring us to embody and live the changes we wish to see, let go of controlling tendencies, and create space for genuine transformation. This means moving beyond traditional achievement-focused mindsets and instead…
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Play isn't a frivolous activity, but a biological necessity that helps rewire our brains, enhance creativity, and solve complex problems. Through play, we can transform not only our personal lives but also our communities and workplaces, as it creates psychological safety for experimentation and allows us to imagine better futures. This episode wil…
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Nature is a powerful antidote to our increasingly chaotic world. Living in harmony with nature, whether through a two-acre garden or a single pot plant, helps us regenerate not just the soil, but our souls and society as a whole. Leoni-Ruth Acland lives on two acres of land where she and her husband grow their own food and practice regenerative agr…
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Our current food system puts yield and profit above health and sustainability. But there are positive changes we can make. Moving away from our convenience-focused approach to food and reconnecting with local, seasonal produce benefits both our health and the planet. This week's guest is Philippe Birker, a social entrepreneur and the co-founder of …
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Music is a transformative tool for self-discovery and healing. It isn’t just entertainment, but a powerful medium that works on multiple levels – physical, emotional, mental and spiritual – to help us connect with our deeper selves and untangle our inner complexities. Through intentional listening and engagement with music, we can access parts of o…
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Traditional democratic systems need modernising for the 21st century. Voting once every few years is insufficient for addressing urgent challenges like climate change. Citizens need to have more meaningful involvement in political decisions beyond just protesting. Nigel Shipley is an artist and member of Extinction Rebellion in Bristol, England. He…
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Our current worldview is too narrow and restrictive, and we need to embrace a more inclusive understanding where multiple ways of being can coexist – not just between humans, but across all species. This “pluriverse” perspective recognises that we are part of an intricate, interconnected web of life where no single worldview should dominate, and th…
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Modern society has become overly compartmentalised and separated, particularly in healthcare and community life, moving away from the holistic, communal approaches that have historically proven more effective. This is evident in everything from how we handle birth to how we treat illness and even how we view human connection to nature. Kai Njeri is…
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What leaders need to know for 2025 and beyond
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26:18Leadership is undergoing a fundamental transformation, from traditional hierarchical structures towards a more human-centric, relational approach where leaders need to build trust, authenticity, and psychological safety while enabling their teams to flourish. Work should be viewed as part of a full and connected life, not a separate compartment. Fu…
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Healing is an ongoing process that needs us to move beyond treating isolated symptoms and embrace a more interconnected, systems-thinking approach to wellness. Healing involves not just the physical body, but our relationship with ourselves, our communities, and nature. Lana Jelenjev is a community alchemist, volunteer coach, mentor, and learning s…
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Meaningful change starts with simple steps. Steps like being mindful of what we eat, connecting with our local community, and reconsidering how we view resources in our organisations. Joining Tatjana on this episode is Paco Briseño, a regenerative transformation expert, leader, mentor, coach, and change maker. His work focuses on leadership, educat…
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High-performing teams are complex, dynamic systems that need ongoing effort and attention to develop and maintain. Team performance is not about achieving perfection or following a rigid structure, but embracing the messiness and unpredictability of human interactions while working towards a common purpose. Teams need a clear “why”, manageable obje…
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Reclaiming our ancestral language of herbs
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47:29Our gardens and green spaces offer a powerful way to reconnect with nature, reclaim ancestral knowledge, and take charge of our own health and wellbeing. The ancient practice of herbalism not only provides natural remedies but also encourages a slower, more mindful approach to life, helping us find balance in our fast-paced world. By embracing herb…
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Cultivating a sense of place in uncertain times
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13:40Our sense of place is deeply personal and complex, and goes far beyond just our physical location. It holds our emotional connections and memories, our cultural heritage, and spiritual bonds. It connects us to each other and to the Earth. Sense of place plays a crucial role in our well-being and identity. This episode explores how cultivating our s…
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Tales of belonging - from mother to daughter
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39:45How do you know where you belong and what your identity is if you are born to diasporic parents, and how could your matriarchal lineage be key to keeping a culture alive? Daily acts of love and care can have the most profound impact in understanding who and what we are; how we tend the land, how we cook, the songs and stories we tell our children a…
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It should be a human right given to us all, to have access to clean air and water and an overall healthy environment, something lacking in many communities of colour and marginalized groups; an issue that is a manifestation of the profound environmental injustice and racism globally. Rebecca is a Professor at CUNY School of Law and Director of the …
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Unleash your energetic sense of the future!
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1:01:35What happens when modern life design collides with old leadership habits and why should we care?! Gitte Madelaire is an intuitive and visionary pioneer in leadership development. She inspires leaders to embrace a new kind of leadership through her book, “Energetic Leadership”. She hosts keynotes, facilitates and mentors whilst drawing on her leader…
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We need to grow up and mature because our world is facing a multicrisis! It’s a full-on rite of passage for humanity and a shift in purpose from self-centeredness to service to the planet. Tom is an experienced programme designer, facilitator and consultant. His focus is on frameworks for regenerative practices where he is living the question “How …
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It’s paramount to find meaning and purpose in order to stay mentally well during turbulent times! Ruth uses photography and mindfulness practices to build greater awareness of ourselves and the world around us. As the founder of Look Again, Ruth brings together a passion for photography with experience of international, community, and business deve…
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We have the knowledge, technology, and communities needed to make a positive difference in the world, but we must find the courage to take action and sow the seeds of change. Welcome to The Human Greenhouse.By Tatjana Harttung
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