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Send us Fan Mail When Nuri Özbağdatlı switched gears from mechanical engineering to the intricate dance of ecosystems and human prosperity, it wasn't just a career change—it was a calling.  We sit down with this UNDP Climate Change Specialist, to be reminded that every passion has its purpose, with Nuri's love for birdwatching evolving into a powerful tool for conservation and community...

Send us Fan Mail This week we go deep into the heart of green energy, with Amer Gaffar, the visionary director of Manchester's Fuel Cell Innovation Centre, as he recounts his two-decade love affair with hydrogen technology and tells us about starting out as a sustainability consultant trying to decarbonise a university, before becoming a standout advocate for hydrogen. In this episode, Amer o...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever paused to consider how the words we use can shape the battle against climate change? Michael Adler, CEO of Tipping Points, joins us in this episode to talk about his extraordinary journey from anti-nuclear advocate to  leading a sustainability-focused communication agency, a long-standing member of the Do Not Smile Network. Michael talks about the  power of language,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we explore the blueprint of future cities, that embrace sustainability at their core, with Erik Frijters of FABRICations, a visionary in architecture and urban design, who joins us to share his groundbreaking ideas. Erik's journey intertwines philosophy with innovative design, challenging the traditional boundaries of our urban environment.  Erik  advocates fo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to Serdar Paktin, the driving force behind Pakt consultancy, as he shares his expertise in semiotics and sustainability narratives. From frightening forecasts to hopeful horizons, we look at how stories shape our collective action towards a more sustainable future.  Pakt is a cross-cultural strategic consultancy firm based in London. Serdar  helps businesse...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to Haru Lev, an artist and activist from Korea who has just released the film 'Planet A'.  Once a wanderer and now a warrior for our planet, he shares his profound transformation and the rhythmic rebellion he's orchestrating against global sustainability issues.  From being held in a London detention center to experiencing the plight of refug...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to Ana Gascón, Coca-Cola Europe’s Sustainability Manager for Packaging and the President of Spain’s association of ESG professionals.  With her roots in the banking sector and then her leap into consumer brands, Ana's perspective offers a unique blend of insider knowledge and strategic foresight, particularly in understanding the nuances of European ES...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we explore the complex world of climate communication with Paul Risley, whose communications work spans American political arenas to the global stage with the UNDP.  We start our conversation touching upon Paul's early work alongside Al Gore's climate advocacy and then move onto the challenge of matching political will with economic interests to fight the...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are in conversation with Alexander Deliyannis from DNS Network partner, Team Sympraxis, who brings a wealth of knowledge on sustainability, communications and European institutions.  We cover energy transitions and energy pnsitive Neighborhoods, stretching across Belgium, Estonia, and Spain in more than a technological leap—it's a social revolution, where communi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we're treated to the insights of Helle Søholt, founding partner and CEO of Gehl Architects. Our latest conversation covers Helle's collaboration with Professor Jan Gehl, breathing life into sustainable, equitable, and healthy urban environments. Through her passion and expertise, learn how Gehl Architects is transforming the fabric of urban living, ensuri...

Send us Fan Mail As the founder of done!, a B Corp certified creative agency that's pushing the envelope in Buenos Aires, Marian Ventura joins us to share her transformative journey. Her story is one of change, from crafting narratives for a tobacco company to now leading a team that's deeply invested in projects that have a substantial impact on sustainability and social progress.  Thro...

Send us Fan Mail This week we talk to the writer, broadcaster and campaigner Jonathon Porritt. For over 30 years, Jonathon has provided strategic advice to governments, NGOs and companies on sustainability. He founded Forum for the Future, was co-chair of the Green Party and Director of Friends of the earth. He was Chair of the UK Sustainable Development Commission until 2009.  His latest book, Ho...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk to the Project Manager of one of our Network's greatest agencies, Silverback from Rome. Nicola Moscheni has a PhD sustainable urban development and runs loads of Silverback campaigns. He is also the President of the Green Influencer Club and a Project developer for Green Heroes. We talk to Nico about Silverback's methodology, their groundbreaking...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to Neil Milliken who is Global Head of Accessibility & Digital Inclusion at the global software company, Atos.  Neil is Head of Accessibility & Digital Inclusion at Atos Group and a member of the Scientific Community. He is a member of the Board of Directors for the World Institute on Disability, Non Exec Chair of the Board at Genius Within and co-f...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a thought-provoking session that could redefine your view on creativity's place in the fight for our planet's future. Discover the power of creativity for a greener future as we sit down with Duncan Meisel, the visionary behind Clean Creatives. Prepare to be inspired by his journey  to become a driving force in climate activism and the creative mind counterin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to Sandrine Dixson-Declève, President of the Club of Rome.  Sandrine is an international climate change, sustainable development, sustainable finance and thought leader on complex systems. She is a veteran of TED talks, and was a driving force behind both the Planetary Emergency Plan 1:0 and 2:0. She’s also driven the work on the recently published Earth4Al...

Send us Fan Mail Featuring Carly McLachlan, Director, Tyndall Centre for Climate Research. Carly is the Director of the Tyndall Centre in Manchester and leads an interdisciplinary team working on policy relevant research on climate change. She is based within the School of Engineering at the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom.  In this episode we talk to Carly about her reflections on...

Send us Fan Mail In our opening episode we introduce the Do Not Smile Network, our GoodGeist podcast and speak to our network's key founder, Christophe Koninckx from Springtime in Brussels.  Christophe explores creativity and the climate crisis, the building of the global DNS network and also the role that could be played by the Inner Development Goals in helping to deliver a more sustainable...