Spark Changemakers

In this deeply moving episode of Spark Changemakers , host Nikki Giant sits down with Stefan Wissenbach — bestselling author, keynote speaker, and founder of the Magic Future Foundation. Stefan shares his powerful journey of turning personal tragedy into a global mission to build 100 schools in the world’s poorest communities. After the sudden loss of his son, Oli, Stefan and his family channelled...

In this episode of the Spark Changemakers Podcast, Nikki Giant is joined by Tom Bowman, an advisor, speaker, and author of What If Solving the Climate Crisis Is Simple? Tom shares his journey from designing museum exhibits to becoming a leading voice in climate action , revealing how a pivotal moment in his career ignited a passion for change. Discover how Tom simplifies complex problems, reframin...

Trigger warning: This episode focuses on domestic and gender-based violence In this inspiring episode of the Spark Changemakers Podcast , host Nikki Giant sits down with Brian Gardner, Lead Advisor at the Ministry of Social Development in New Zealand, to discuss his ground breaking work in family violence prevention and promoting healthy masculinity . With over 30 years of experience in the field,...

In this episode of The Spark Changemakers Podcast, host Nikki Giant sits down with Stephanie Lill (known as Lilly), founder of Mindful Sparks, to explore how mindfulness can transform the lives of educators and students alike. Lilly shares her journey from self-discovery to founding Mindful Sparks, a platform that equips teachers with mindfulness practices to strengthen resilience, cultivate self-...

In this inspiring episode of The Spark Changemakers Podcast, host Nikki Giant is joined by Syd Dennis, a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a lifelong advocate for community wellbeing . Syd shares her extraordinary journey—from growing up in the Far East as part of a military family to navigating public service in Wales, where she’s been transforming lives for over 50 years. Syd’s stories...

Welcome to the Spark Changemakers Podcast - we're back for season two with more incredible changemakers who are putting their Spark into action. Hosted by Nikki Giant, this podcast is dedicated to helping people discover their inner spark – the passion, joy, and purpose that drives them to make a difference in the world. Whether you’re already a changemaker or just starting to explore how you can...

In this episode of the Spark Changemakers Podcast , Nikki Giant sits down with Alex Barker, co-leader of the global movement Be More Pirate , which empowers individuals and organisations to break the rules with purpose. Alex shares the fascinating history behind the Golden Age of Pirates and how their forgotten principles of equality, democracy, and fair pay are more relevant than ever. Learn how...

In this inspiring episode of The Spark Changemakers Podcast , host Nikki Giant is joined by Sharon Benning-Prince, a force of change in supply chain transparency, anti-slavery advocacy, and gender equality. Sharon shares her personal journey, shaped by her family’s strength and resilience, to become a tireless advocate for justice, human rights, and women’s safety. Trigger Warning: Please note, Sh...

In this episode of the Spark Changemakers Podcast, we speak with Mark Lloyd, the founder and head of Odyssey School in Pattaya, Thailand. Mark shares his inspiring journey, from beginning as a volunteer in Thailand to starting his own school in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Driven by a vision to create a more holistic, creative, and student-centred educational experience , Mark's Odyssey Sch...

In this episode of Spark Changemakers , host Nikki Giant interviews Andrew Boxall, a technology strategist at Microsoft, about his groundbreaking work in transforming the public sector through technology and innovation. Andrew shares his journey from public sector to Microsoft, where he spearheaded the Innovate Together program—a global initiative empowering public sector organisations to harness...

In this episode of the Spark Changemakers Podcast, host Nikki Giant sits down with Georgia Theodoulou, an inspiring teacher, gender equality activist, and consultant. Georgia shares her journey from joining Our Streets Now, a youth-led campaign against public sexual harassment, to founding its sports campaign and working with the Welsh Government. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of advoc...

In this episode of the Spark Changemakers Podcast, host Nikki Giant sits down with Mehvish Shaffi-Ajibola, an award-winning organisational development leader and the CEO of Socially Inspired Limited. Mehvish shares her powerful journey from the corporate world of Islamic finance to becoming a transformative force in HR, advocating for a more empathetic and inclusive workplace. She discusses the im...

In this episode of the Spark Changemakers Podcast, host Nikki Giant is joined by Ed Kirwan, former science teacher, filmmaker, and founder of Empathy Week and Empathy Studios. Together, they explore the critical role empathy plays in fostering success, happiness, and strong connections—whether in classrooms, workplaces, or personal relationships. Ed shares his journey from teaching to launching a...

In this episode of The Spark Changemakers Podcast , Nikki Giant sits down with the inspiring Mel Manning, founder of Freedom 2, an organisation dedicated to empowering young girls through creative wellbeing programmes. With over 20 years of experience in education, Mel shares her journey from primary school teacher to advocate for female empowerment, mental health, and digital wellbeing. They disc...

In this inspiring episode of the Spark Changemakers Podcast , host Nikki Giant welcomes educator and coach Andy Liles to discuss his 20-year journey of transforming education. From his time at the "Happiness School" in the UK to his current role as a senior leader at an international school in Malawi, Andy shares his passion for creating learning environments that prioritise student well-being and...

In this episode of the Spark Changemakers Podcast, Nikki Giant sits down with Conor Warren, an 18-year-old entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and CEO of Spark UK. Conor shares his inspiring journey of founding a national organisation at just 14 years old, dedicated to sparking conversations around youth mental health. Discover how a group of ambitious teenagers turned their frustrations with th...

Welcome to the Spark Changemakers Podcast ! Hosted by Nikki, this podcast is dedicated to helping people discover their inner spark – the passion, joy, and purpose that drives them to make a difference in the world. Whether you’re already a changemaker or just starting to explore how you can create a positive impact, this podcast is for you. In this trailer, Nikki introduces the mission behind the...