24 episodes
Hope. Act. Thrive. Be The Future
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- Kids & Family
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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Climate action.
Words that can inspire a declaration of ‘I haven’t got time for that!’… as you juggle the kids, PE kits, lunch boxes and your other half, who you seem to have mislaid somewhere between the front door and the car.
A squeal of ‘Where do I even staaarrrt?’ as you cry into your pillow in overwhelmed despair.
Or a dismayed ‘What’s the point? It’s too late!’ as you cry frozen tears into your comforting ice cream.
We hear you.
We all want a better, greener, fairer future for the kiddies in our lives, but the conversation can be so gloom filled and depressing, eh? And all that doomy gloom in the room just leads to action paralysis.
Well not here.
If you care about our magnificent planet and want to protect it for the next generation, but prefer to ENJOY the process, to be filled with HOPE, inspired to ACT and to CELEBRATE the actions we take, then this is the podcast for you.
Join the glorious combination of Aussie and Northern England accents provided by hosts Sally Giblin and Helen Hill. We chat to fabulously knowledgeable peeps who are taking action and giving us hope in all corners of the (errrm, round) globe.
These conversations will inspire you to stay optimistic and feel part of an ever-growing movement. To take actions that fit into your busy family life - which can turn ripples into waves.
Whether you’re a planet-conscious parent, groovy grandparent, fab foster carer, terrific teacher, awesome auntie or any other member of the extended family... all are welcome in our Mad-HATter (Hope. Act. Thrive-rs…geddit?) tribe.
And if you still can’t get enough of us you can also hang out with us at:
Instagram: @bethefuture.earth
Twitter: @bethefuturearth
Website: bethefuture.earth
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How Environmental And Social Issues Intersect
“Young people have such powerful voices in society, but they're also consistently underestimated. I mean, young people are your customers, your future workforce, the shapers of future policy, the heirs to the planet, and now the architects of the climate movement,” says Natalie Kyriacou OAM, CEO of My Green World and PwC’s Business Development Lead for ESG (Environment, Social & Governance).
In this conversation, we’ll talk about youth-focused environmental conservation, the intersection of environmental and social issues, and elevating diverse voices in climate conversations.
This episode is supported by The Climate Reality Project – Australia and Pacific. This episode is supported by The Climate Reality Project – Australia and Pacific. Are you inspired to learn more about how you can act for climate in your community? Join with former US Vice President Al Gore and renowned climate scientists and communicators to learn about what’s happening to our planet and how you can use social media, powerful storytelling, and personal outreach to inspire audiences to take action. The Climate Reality Project has a diverse network of 2400+ leaders advocating for urgent climate action across the Australia and Pacific region. Sign up to hear first about the next Climate Reality Leadership Training (link below).
Learn more about this episode:
https://www.bethefuture.earth/podcast/how-environmental-and-social-issues-intersect
Find out more about Natalie Kyriacou:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliekyriacou
https://www.mygreenworld.org/
https://www.instagram.com/nat_kyriacou/?hl=en
Find out more about The Climate Reality Project - Australia and the Pacific:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/climaterealityaustralia
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClimateRealityA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climate-reality-australia-pacific/
Website: https://www.climatereality.org.au/
Sign up to hear about the next training: https://www.climatereality.org.au/leadership-training.html
Find out more about Be The Future:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethefuture.earth/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bethefuturearth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/be-the-future-earth/
FREE Whatever The Weather Activity Book: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/e6n3l6
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9 Benefits Of Outdoor Learning For Kids
“I think if we are connected to where we live, we understand the changes in our space. . . And nature play is so involved in that, because that's how kids connect with the outdoor world,” says
Dr Amanda Lloyd, an educator with a PhD on the advantages of outdoor learning for Primary School students.
In this conversation we talk about outdoor play, the importance of nature play and connecting children with nature.
This episode is supported by Centennial Parklands, one of Australia's most popular and historic public parklands, with almost 31 million visitors a year.
Learn more about this episode:
https://www.bethefuture.earth/podcast/9-benefits-of-outdoor-learning-for-kids
Find out more about Amanda Lloyd:
https://www.centennialparklands.com.au/getattachment/Learn/Nature-Play/211404-Nature-play-strategy-outline_WEB.pdf.aspx?lang=en-AU
Find out more about Centennial Parklands:
https://www.centennialparklands.com.au/
https://www.facebook.com/CentParklands/
https://www.instagram.com/centparklands/
https://twitter.com/centparklands
Find out more about Be The Future:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethefuture.earth/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bethefuturearth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/be-the-future-earth/
FREE Whatever The Weather Activity Book: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/e6n3l6
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Parenting In A Changing Climate
“One of the things that helps me to stay engaged in a more sustained way, is taking the perspective that climate change - it’s extraordinarily painful - and it's also an opportunity to live into our values and to live a life of meaning and service and purpose,” says Elizabeth Bechard, author of Parenting in a Changing Climate: Tools for Cultivating Resilience, Taking Action, and Practicing Hope in the Face of Climate Change.
In this conversation we’ll talk about parenting in a changing climate, making climate action a habit, and practicing hope.
This episode is supported by Moms Clean Air Force, a community of over one million parents united against air and climate pollution to protect our children’s health.
Learn more about this episode:
https://www.bethefuture.earth/podcast/parenting-in-a-changing-climate
Find out more about Elizabeth Bechard:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethbechard/
Website: www.elizabethbechard.com
Find out more about Moms Clean Air Force:
Website: https://www.momscleanairforce.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momscleanairforce
Twitter: https://twitter.com/CleanAirMoms
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleanairmoms/
Find out more about Be The Future:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethefuture.earth/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bethefuturearth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/be-the-future-earth/
FREE Whatever The Weather Activity Book: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/e6n3l6
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Squashing Climate Myths With A Climate Scientist
“There are so many opportunities, there are so many ways to invest and really think about how we can develop new technologies, new jobs. Because we know we're going to run out of fossil fuels. It's going to happen. So rather than being caught flat-footed, it's an opportunity to really be forward thinking about where we really want to see ourselves developing and going,” says Dr. Claudia Benitez-Nelson, a climate scientist and member of Science Moms.
In this conversation we’ll talk about demystifying climate science for parents, breaking some of the most pervasive climate myths, and parenting in a changing climate.
This episode is supported by Climate Mama, which helps Climate Mamas and Papas to tell the truth about climate change, take action and not be afraid.
Learn more about this episode:
https://www.bethefuture.earth/podcast/squashing-climate-myths-with-a-climate-scientist
Find out more about Dr. Claudia Benitez-Nelson:
https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/earth_ocean_and_environment/our_people/directory/benitez-nelson_claudia.php
Find out more about Science Moms:
https://sciencemoms.com/
Find out more about Climate Mama:
Website: https://www.climatemama.com/
Book: https://newsociety.com/books/h/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-climate-change
Twitter: https://twitter.com/climatemama
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClimateMama/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/climatemama/
Find out more about Be The Future:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethefuture.earth/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bethefuturearth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/be-the-future-earth/
FREE Whatever The Weather Activity Book: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/e6n3l6
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From Freelancer To Climate Campaigner
“I felt as though I had a duty. I had a duty to my local community, to my children, to show them that it's okay to stand up for what is right,” says Claire Stephenson MCIPR, who went from a quiet life as a writer and mother, to a climate campaigner on the front line of a dangerous energy battle that no community wants to be in.
In this conversation we’ll talk about climate action, grassroots community action, fighting fracking, home education and helping children to connect with nature.
This episode is supported by Frack Free United, a network of residents, communities and campaign groups from across the UK who are coming together to protect our countryside and communities from the threat of fracking.
Learn more about this episode:
https://www.bethefuture.earth/podcast/from-freelancer-to-climate-campaigner
Find out more about Claire Stephenson:
Website: www.write-type.com
Find out more about Frack Free United:
Website: https://www.frackfreeunited.co.uk/
Find out more about Be The Future:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethefuture.earth/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bethefuturearth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/be-the-future-earth/
FREE Whatever The Weather Activity Book: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/e6n3l6
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How To Talk About Climate Change
“If you're a human being, you have the permission to talk about climate change because it affects us all. The best thing to do is just to talk about it from your point of view,” says Dr. Rebecca Huntley, one of Australia’s most experienced social researchers and author of numerous books including “How To Talk About Climate Change in a Way That Makes a Difference”.
In this conversation we’ll talk about the need to get emotional about climate change, social trends in relation to climate change, and how we can bring about a change of heart in others.
This episode is supported by Australian Parents For Climate Action, a growing movement of parents and carers working together to secure a safe climate for our kids.
Learn more about this episode:
https://www.bethefuture.earth/podcast/how-to-talk-about-climate-change
Mentioned in this episode:
https://www.seaforest.com.au/
Find out more about Rebecca Huntley:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RebeccaHuntley2
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-huntley-81b9013/
Find out more about Australian Parents For Climate Action:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ap4ca/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ap4ca
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ap4ca/
Website: https://www.ap4ca.org/
Find out more about Be The Future:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethefuture.earth/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bethefuturearth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/be-the-future-earth/
FREE Whatever The Weather Activity Book: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/e6n3l6
Website: https://www.bethefuture.earth
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