The Human Greenhouse

Ever wondered why certain patterns keep showing up in your family, your work team, or your relationships? No matter what you do?! In this episode, our podcast host Tatjana Harttung takes us into the world of systemic constellation work, for a glimpse of how we might deepen our understanding of the weaving of our social systems and the impact for our way of being with each other. Tatjana shares rec...

What if your greatest teacher on how to be a leader and run a thriving business, turned out to be life itself? Learning from living organisms; full of evolutionary wisdom that offers blueprints for how we can live, lead and design our organisations as thriving ecosystems.    In this episode Laura Storm and I talk about the importance of sensing what life is asking of us and the principles of regen...

In a world full of change and turbulence, it is reassuring to know that healing is happening somewhere; not always where we think it should, but somewhere there is regeneration and a morphing of the field to heal itself. In this episode with Katerine Long we explore how healing centered work supports people and communities in ways that are attuned to their living eco-system, centers dignity and re...

Baking is more than just a culinary skill; it’s an art form that connects us to our roots and to each other. In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Bill McCarrick, a seasoned baker and pastry chef, who shares his insights on the craft of baking and its profound impact on culture and community. Bill McCarrick is a culinary storyteller with over four decades of experience in the baki...

Genuine abundance doesn’t come from accumulation or self-sufficiency, but from cultivating trust, vulnerability, and interconnectedness within our communities. Children naturally embody abundance and interconnectedness, but our systems often beat out that sense of abundance by instilling discipline, structure, and independence", preparing them for a capitalistic world rather than nurturing their i...

Creating intentional spaces for rest, reflection, and self-connection through journaling and time in nature is not a luxury but a fundamental act of resistance against the relentless pace of modern capitalism. By pausing to write, we can better understand our emotions, process grief and transitions, reconnect with our whole selves, and ultimately show up more authentically in our relationships and...

Thriving when the odds are stacked against you is an incredible catalyst for change, and for Anton Chernikov, creating co-living spaces allows him and others to slow down, connect authentically, and discover their resourcefulness whilst building something meaningful together. Anton created House of Transformation, an event space opened during the pandemic, which became a significant source of inco...

Creative expression through art isn't a luxury or something reserved for "artistic people"; it's a fundamental human need and a powerful form of resistance that can transform how we connect with ourselves and others. Art allows us to access and communicate parts of ourselves that words alone cannot reach, breaking free from the linear, transactional ways we've been conditioned to interact. Kel Dyl...

Grief and joy can coexist, and embracing both can be healing. Rather than seeing grief as something to "get over", we can learn to process it through movement, community, and ritual. Georgina Jones is the co-founder of Grief Disco, an innovative approach to processing grief through dance and music. After her 16 month-old son Osian died in 2023, her life took a new trajectory. She now uses creative...

Mind and body are not separate – we are whole, integrated organisms whose physical sensations, emotions, and thoughts are all interconnected. The disconnection from our embodied experience parallels how we've become disconnected from the natural world. But reconnecting with our somatic experience can lead to more sustainable and regenerative ways of living, challenging extractive systems that bene...

Personal and professional journeys don't need to follow a linear path or predetermined plan. In this special episode, Tatjana demonstrates the value of following intuition, embracing curiosity, and being open to emergent opportunities rather than rigidly adhering to long-term career plans. Her interviewer, Claire Mendelsohn, invited Tatjana to share her journey through school and work, from helpin...

The 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 higher vibrations and more constructive ways of seein...

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 those we disagree with. Katherine Golub is a city...

Thriving 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 during challenging times. Michelle Holiday is a c...

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 Lyall is a podcast host, storyteller, and nature g...

Regenerative 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 embracing a more trusting, vulnerable, and time-c...

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 will help you Break free from fixed thinking patterns...

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 agriculture. They've created both productive food gar...

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 Climate Farmers, an organisation that works on reg...

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 ourselves that might otherwise remain hidden, leadi...

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 has been involved with the organisation both nati...

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 that true transformation requires us to both witness...

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 a regenerative systems designer working in food s...

Leadership 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. Future leaders need to balance organisational succes...

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 specialist. She has been working with the Neurodive...