The People's Countryside Environmental Debate Podcast

Yet another question for co-hosts Stuart and William to explore today, sent in by regular listener Molly, from Oxford, England “Now King Charles 3rd has to talk, behave and guide from a non-political place, will all his good work dealing with the climate and ecological crisis be lost? Or were plans put in place for Charles’s work to continue once he became King? Maybe though you feel that although...

Trigger Warning : The topic suicide is discussed in this episode. If this is a subject that you find difficult to listen to, then this might not be the episode for you right now. The second part of this particular episode will be released exclusively on our Patreon page for our Earth Hero and Beyond Stereotype backers. On 5th of October 2022 we released Leons Law [TW ] followed by Taking His Life...

In the context of large organisations like the FA and major event organisers, how can we differentiate between genuine environmentally responsible actions, and the selective use of data to create a facade of carbon neutrality? Co-hosts, Stuart 'The Wildman' Mabbutt and William Mankelow, along with a special guest who's gracing the ‘listeners' chair for the last time (for now), Oxfo...

Join hosts Stuart 'The Wildman' Mabbutt and William Mankelow, along with Oxford University Crankstart student Suzi Darrington, in her penultimate appearance in the listener’s chair, in a thought-provoking episode that dips heavily into philosophy. The trio delve into the following question posed by listener Jon from Cowley, Oxford England: “Too many people seem to be focusing on growth as...

Join hosts Stuart 'The Wildman' Mabbutt and William Mankelow, as they dive into a mind-bending discussion with guest Suzi Darrington, an Oxford University Crankstart student, who takes a seat in the listener's chair for this intriguing episode. The trio delve deep into the surreal world of conspiracy theories, triggered by a thought-provoking question from listener Molly in Oxford, Eng...

Step into the latest episode of the podcast as co-hosts Stuart 'The Wildman' Mabbutt and William Mankelow are once again joined by Oxford University Crankstart student Suzi Darrington. They unpack the intricacies of sustainable practices and distribution in the context of a fascinating listener question from Trevor at Wood Farm, Oxford, England. Trevor’s question is: “I see a company has p...

Oxford University Crankstart Intern Suzi Darrington, is once again in the Listeners Chair. This is the fourth of eight episodes where she’ll reside in that seat. Many say we bounce around subjects on this podcast, but you listeners guide us in the direction you want us to take the conversations, with the questions you send. Most come back to the environment, although it's not always obvious. T...

Crankstart Intern Suzi Darrington from Oxford University, who's with us for six weeks, is in the Listeners Chair. This is the third of eight episodes where she will reside in that seat. Listener Heather in Ablington, Wiltshire, England, sent in the following question for discussion today: “Some companies are suggesting climate protesters should actually go and work for them and help them be mo...

Do you enjoy photography? Did you know that today, the 19th August, is World Photography day? The primary objective of the day is to spark positive transformations globally, fostering connections among individuals and promoting awareness through the powerful medium of photography. You can find out more, and how to get involved yourself through the following website:   https://www.worldphotographyd...

Crankstart Intern Suzi Darrington from Oxford University, with us for 6 weeks, is in the Listeners Chair. This is the second of 8 episodes where she'll reside in that seat. Today's listener question from Ash in Icomb, Gloucestershire, England reads, “I read that the clothing industry produces 10% of the world's carbon emissions, and some say this is more than the combined totals of the...

Crankstart Intern Suzi Darrington from Oxford University, who's with us for 6 weeks, is in the Listeners Chair. This is the first of 8 episodes where she will reside in that seat. This podcast's overall themes are nature, philosophy, climate, the human condition, sustainability, and social justice. We don’t talk about the countryside as much as we used to as listener questions take us off...

Should the UK monarchy consider promoting women within its ranks for a more consensual and relatable image? Is the slimming down of the monarchy just an illusion, or a genuine effort towards a more inclusive future? In this off the cuff episode, co-hosts Stuart 'The Wildman' Mabbutt and William Mankelow dive headfirst into a thought-provoking listener question sent in by Mia from Western A...

Why did the world witness such an overwhelming outpouring of emotion, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II? Whether or not you think that emotion was hyped and whipped up by the media, does this response indicate a broader yearning for stability, belonging, direction, and meaning in our lives? Is it possible that we seek something beyond ourselves to fill a void, bringing a sense of purpose?...

What are some concrete ways in which we can rethink the term "indigenous", to acknowledge the diversity and complexity of these cultures, rather than viewing them under a broad umbrella term? In what ways can we learn from indigenous peoples' deep connections to the natural world, applying their wisdom to create a more sustainable and harmonious relationship with our environment? In...

Have you ever wondered why Sir David Attenborough's voice resonates so deeply with people of all ages? What makes him such a timeless figure, spanning across generations? How does he manage to strike the perfect balance between relatability and authority when discussing the natural world?  He's very relatable, but we don’t know that much about him as a person, and until we stop and think a...

We like to give you an ad free experience, so be assured, that will never happen. We also like our audience to be relatively small and engaged, we’re not after numbers. This is our 450th episode! We ask though, what does 450 episodes really mean? Does it in itself mean anything? Thanks for continuing to send in questions for us to discuss. We never planned to get to 450 episodes, our aim is always...

Another listener question for your co-hosts Stuart and William to discuss, and todays is this one from Maria, Catalonia, Spain: “How do you think King Charles 3rd will evolve the UK monarchy? It's been said the monarchy will be slimmed down, what does that mean? The people are struggling in so many ways, how will the new King show the monarchy and royal family understand and can relate to the...

The WOW Effect, is effectively the effect we’ll have by getting Stuart ‘The Wildman’ a wheelchair, so he can keep working. Wildman On Wheels = The WOW Effect. Join us in this bonus episode, where Stuart and William discuss the fundraising campaign to help the former continue bringing nature into the daily lives of others. The goal is to raise £24,000 to fund two wheelchairs, which will enable Stua...

When we set out to make this podcast, our aim has always been just to focus on creating the next episode, nothing more complicated than that. Here we are 5 years later, carrying out that aim. During the life of this podcast we’ve seen changes in its content. from the early days of having invited guests meeting us face to face, to having honest, in-depth conversations, through the COVID pandemic lo...

Do you think if somewhere like Australia became a republic that it would start the ball rolling, and other countries would go the same way? Is the UK a republic under the veil of a monarchy? What is the reticence of becoming a republic? Another interesting discussing arising from a listener question, this time Mia from Western Australia, here it is: “Now Queen Elizabeth 2nd has passed, do you thin...

“If you could win an all-expenses paid trip anywhere in the world, where would it be, and how would you get there?” That is the question sent in by listener Jocelyne, from Grand Port District in Mauritius, and it fits in well with this podcast's overall themes of nature, philosophy, climate, the human condition, sustainability, and social justice.  Where are the places you wouldn’t want to go...

In another captivating episode, hosts Stuart and William delve into the enchanting world of the seasons, and their profound impact on our lives. Even if we don’t notice. Join them as they explore this simple, yet deep question that listener Manon from Pays de la Loire, France, poses: “Which is your favourite season and why?” During this episode Stuart and William contemplate the cyclical nature of...

Are some people really content living their lives without aspirations and dreams? Does the absence of these goals devalue their existence? Stuart and William, the hosts of this well established podcast, delve into the realm of ambitions and dreams, spurred on by the captivating question below, which was sent in by listener, Peter from Ostergotland, Sweden: “What’s the point of a life without dream...

Considering the debate surrounding the timing of protests, should certain occasions, such as periods of mourning, be considered off-limits for demonstrations, or can they still serve as powerful platforms for expressing dissent? Stuart and William once again explore and chew over another great listener question, which was this time sent in by Molly from Oxford, England. Molly’s question was long a...

How has the word "passionate" become overused and diluted in our everyday language, and what alternative ways can we use to express genuine enthusiasm and curiosity? What are the consequences of constantly labelling people, events, and things as “passionate” or “iconic," and how has this led to the loss of the true essence of these words? Join William and Stuart as they engage in an...