Stories for the future

🎙️ Episode Summary A short update on how a project changed shape after taking part in the Energiomstillerne program by cCHANGE. I went in with a plan to build a coalition connected to this podcast. I came out with a different approach. Not a new intention, but a shift in how to move forward. This episode is about: Letting go of the idea of building something from scratch Paying attention to where...

Before diving into more guests and technologies, I wanted to pause and ask: What do I actually want this season to do ? In this short solo episode, I share: Why collaboration in the energy transition is often misunderstood Why it’s less like rowing in sync — and more like rafting What this season will focus on And how the podcast will evolve going forward The energy transition doesn’t just need be...

This is a short, unscheduled episode. No guest. Just me. I’m sharing why I built Future Vision , a simple tool designed to help you explore a possible future before you commit to it. If you’re navigating a career pivot, building something new, questioning your direction, or standing at a crossroads, this tool helps you: Step into a future scenario Notice what excites you Spot blind spots and assum...

Geothermal energy is often described as a stable, low-emission energy source. Yet in countries like Norway, it rarely features in public conversations about the energy transition. In this episode of Stories for the Future , I sit down with Stian Engebretsen , Product Manager at Aspen Technology and a long-time geothermal enthusiast, to explore what geothermal energy actually is, how it works, and...

What if mistakes aren’t something to hide or avoid. but something we can actually work with? In this episode of Stories for the Future , I’m joined by Andrea Wodniok for a playful, honest conversation about messiness, inner critics, and learning to screw up happy . Andrea works with applied improv, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and the Hero’s Journey. She helps people with public speaki...

In this episode I sit down with Charles Odom , solo founder of Painted Circle , a purpose-driven travel platform that’s reimagining how we book — and experience — travel. Charles shares why being intentional with our travel choices matters now more than ever, how the traditional tourism model is broken, and what it means to travel in a way that benefits both you and the communities you visit. You’...

Geothermal at GeoEnergy 2025, Bergen, Norway A special episode recorded in Bergen, Norway Did you know the heat beneath our feet could power communities almost anywhere in the world? In this episode, I take you with me to GeoEnergy 2025 , a conference dedicated entirely to geothermal energy — from shallow systems to deep wells and next-generation closed-loop designs. I share my own journey into ge...

🎙️ Episode: Get Off the Fence – Leadership Lessons for a Warming World What happens when leadership replaces drama with disciplined choice? This week, I sit down with Charles Sheppard — author, professor of leadership, and founder of World Bridge University — to explore how systems thinking can help us move from confusion to clarity in the face of climate change. Charlie has spent decades helping...

In this special episode of Stories for the Future , I moderate a panel at the Beyond Oil Conference 2025: Changing Climate Futures conference in Bergen. Our theme: Actionable Hope in a Changing Climate Future . We talk about what hope does when the world feels like it’s unraveling — and what it looks like when hope becomes something you act on. In this episode you’ll hear voices from science, medi...

What comes to mind when you hear mining ? Pollution? Destruction? Now add the word sustainable — does it feel contradictory? In this episode, I speak with Donna Kitsos , a Singapore-based expert in global markets, energy, and innovation, about what sustainable mining actually means. With a background in coal trading and a career now focused on climate tech and circular solutions, Donna shares how...

In this episode of Stories for the Future, I’m joined by storyteller, game designer, and creative force Dain Saint — someone who doesn’t just talk about change, but invites people to practice it through immersive storytelling, collaborative world-building, and art. We recorded this conversation a few months ago, but it feels even more relevant today. Especially in a time of political tension, unce...

What if solving climate change starts with better conversations, not just better tech? In this episode, I talk with Tessa Hartman, a climate anthropologist and facilitator, about why culture shapes how we perceive and respond to climate challenges. We explore how empathy, social norms, and smart design can unlock new ways of working together – even across deep divides. 🎙️ In this episode: What a “...

Do you ever feel like you’re too many things at once – curious about everything, yet unsure how it all fits together? In this episode, I sit down with writer, speaker, and community-builder Charlie Rogers , whose upcoming book Undefinable Life Design offers a much-needed framework for those of us who resist being put in a box. Charlie shares: What it means to live “intentionally beyond conventiona...

In this episode, I sit down with Morgan DeNicola , Executive Director of the DeNicola Family Foundation, to explore how curiosity, humor, and empathy can create bridges across even the most polarized divides. We talk about her journey from special education into international diplomacy, what it really means to listen, and how she stays grounded while working on everything from orphanages to conser...

In this episode, I’m joined by executive coach and strategic advisor Sylvana Rochet, who works with founders, CXOs, and visionary leaders at companies like Slack, Tesla, Netflix, and Apple. We talk about how to lead through uncertainty without losing your purpose — and yourself. Sylvana shares: What conscious leadership looks like in times of crisis How to manage identity shifts during career pivo...

What happens when climate change itself becomes a censored word? In this episode, I speak with Tom Schueneman - journalist, blogger, podcaster, and longtime climate communicator behind GlobalWarmingisReal.com . For more than 20 years, Tom has been on the frontlines of climate communication, documenting how politics, disinformation, and propaganda shape the public’s understanding of science. 📌 Not...

🎉 5-YEAR ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL! What if the key to solving the climate crisis isn’t just better tech, but better people leading with courage, compassion, and connection? To mark five years of Stories for the Future , I’m joined by the brilliant Dina Hestad from cCHANGE, a social enterprise helping people and organizations create deep, lasting, and ethical transformation. Dina has spent the past two...

Welcome back to Stories for the Future ! After a rejuvenating summer break, I'm launching the new season with a guest who embodies everything this podcast is about: purpose, impact, and bold reinvention. Meet Oliver Dauert , founder of Wildya , a venture helping ecopreneurs transform their love for nature into scalable, regenerative impact. Oliver’s journey took him from childhood fascination with...

🔍 Episode Summary: What if job hunting wasn’t the answer? In this episode, Keith Anderson from Career Alchemy shares how to stop searching and start being found, even in a tough job market. We talk about back-channeling, personal branding, storytelling, and how to build long-term career resilience in an AI-shifting landscape. 🔗 Links & Resources: 💼 Connect with Keith: Career Alchemy and LinkedI...

What happens when curiosity leads you toward a big change – but your bank account doesn’t agree? In this solo episode, I share a personal story from the early days of starting my own business, and how a surprisingly unglamorous Plan B gave me the freedom to explore a new direction. You’ll hear why having a buffer matters, how to calculate your minimum viable income, and why your Plan B doesn’t hav...

🌍 What This Episode Is About In this episode, we explore the Transformational Leadership for Sustainability (TLFS) program – a unique and powerful approach to leadership that begins not with strategy, but with self-awareness and values. Together with co-founder Karen O’Brien and alumna Idun Aune, we discuss how this values-based program helps people from all walks of life activate their full pote...

When I left oil and gas – or rather, when the door slammed behind me – I thought I needed a plan immediately. Instead, I discovered something far more valuable: the power of following small sparks of curiosity. In this episode, I share why curiosity became my compass during one of the foggiest periods of my life, and how it can become yours too. What I Cover: How curiosity literally rewires your b...

My guest today is Laurel Colless, a sustainability writer, kids' science fantasy novelist, and founder of the Carbon Busters Club, a climate-science adventure program for children. With over 25 years of experience working in environmental business and journalism across Asia, the US, and Europe, she combines her expertise in sustainability and technology communications with her passion for educatio...

Welcome back to The Quiet Pivot, my mini series for those in-between chapters—the ones where the old outfit doesn’t fit, but the new one isn’t quite tailored yet. In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my own pivotal transition: from a well-paid, intellectually stimulating geophysics career in oil and gas to my current role as a bridge builder for meaningful, sustainable futures. Epi...

What if the chaos of our times isn’t just something to survive, but a doorway into your own growth? In this week's episode, I talk with Tom Meyers, osteopath, futurist, musician (!), and author of Futurize Yourself and The Future's Effect . Tom shares how his personal journey - from suicidal burnout to finding a future-focused mission - led him to develop a unique method for helping people reset t...