The Responsible Edge Podcast

Filmmaker and marine campaigner Claire Wallerstein joins The Responsible Edge to explore how we tell climate stories — and who gets to tell them. From her early journalism career in the Philippines and Venezuela to founding Cornwall Climate Care, Claire’s journey reveals the tensions, truths and untapped power of honest storytelling.

Chris Wright, Head of Sustainability & Decarbonisation at Avison Young, joins The Responsible Edge to unpack the dirty secret of corporate climate targets: most lack a credible plan. From Tesco’s 13-year decarbonisation blueprint to the grid-blocked reality of the built environment, Chris shares practical insights for businesses serious about transition. No greenwash, no fluff – just strategy...

What does responsible leadership really look like inside a global manufacturing business? Laura Willemsen, Group Director of Marketing and Sustainability at Stahl, shares her pragmatic approach to ESG, supply chains, and brand integrity — offering a grounded vision of change that might actually work.

We’ve been painting with plastics for decades — but at what cost? Edward Bulmer, historian, designer, and founder of Edward Bulmer Natural Paint, reveals how the humble tin of paint exposes deep flaws in business thinking, greenwashing, and capitalism itself. A must-listen for anyone who cares about sustainability — and beautiful walls.

We breathe it every day — but most of us barely think about it. Air pollution is now the second biggest environmental threat to our health, yet it’s still off the radar for many businesses. Louise Thomas, CEO of Air Aware Labs, joins The Responsible Edge to explain why this silent crisis should be top of every company’s agenda — and how innovative data can help.

Accountability isn’t a boardroom buzzword — it’s a mindset forged long before leadership titles are handed out. In this episode, Andy Norris shares how his global experience in governance has shaped his belief that real responsibility starts with people, culture, and courage — not just policies. 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations shaping the future of responsible leadership.

Can AI create a better world—or will it widen existing divides? UN AI Advisor Neil Sahota joins The Responsible Edge to unpack the real risks, opportunities, and leadership challenges in our AI-driven future. From algorithmic ethics to global collaboration, this conversation goes beyond the hype to explore what responsible AI really means.

Ex-Holcim CSO Magali Anderson shares why she walked away from the C-suite to build a network of intrapreneurial changemakers—and why the next sustainability revolution will be quiet, embedded, and everywhere.

What does authentic sustainability look like in the creative industries? Banijay’s ESG Director Edouard Minc, CCO Kate Humphreys, and Format Manager Alma Santo reveal how a decentralised media powerhouse is embedding real change—off-screen and on.

Martin Kann, one of Scandinavia’s most provocative creative strategists, joins The Responsible Edge to explore why meaningful communication starts with friction—not polish. In this episode, we unpack the link between trust, tension, and corporate courage—and how brands can build integrity by being boldly imperfect.

How do you value nature in a spreadsheet? In this episode of The Responsible Edge, we explore the future of biodiversity in ESG with Cédric Olivares-Jirsell, Director of Sustainability Data at Matter. Learn how financial systems are starting to grapple with nature loss, and why that could reshape everything from regulation to risk models. 🔔 Subscribe for more insights on ESG, systems thinking, an...

On this episode of The Responsible Edge, Will Ennett—recently named one of the UK’s top 100 environmental professionals—explains why ESG success isn’t about targets or disclosure, but industry-wide collaboration and strategic clarity. Learn what it really takes to decarbonise complex supply chains, engage boards, and turn sustainability from a compliance exercise into a business opportunity.

Katie White, strategist and co-founder of enough., joins The Responsible Edge to share how she’s using behavioural insights and design thinking to radically reimagine the process of reporting sexual violence. From trauma-informed technology to cultural disruption, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone working in ethics, innovation, or social impact. Find out more at myenough.com or @enough...

What happens when your sustainability journey begins with surviving the Atlantic Ocean? Seneca Cottom, Head of Sustainability at Alshaya Group, shares how trauma, recovery, and a relentless drive for legacy have shaped her approach to waste, value, and systems change. This is more than a leadership story—it’s a lesson in seeing sustainability with new eyes.

Josh Pizey, Global Head of Social at HX Expeditions and former lead for Unilever and Save the Children, dives deep into the emotional and ethical terrain of digital media. From behavioural psychology to burnout, discover why Josh believes social platforms must evolve—and why mental health support for social media teams isn't a luxury, it's a necessity. This is a must-watch for marketers, c...

Investor and serial entrepreneur Carmel Rafaeli joins The Responsible Edge to ask the trillion-dollar question: If female founders outperform their male counterparts in returns, why do they only receive 2% of VC funding? In this episode, Carmel shares her journey from policy and fashion to climate innovation, and the hard truths she’s uncovered about gender bias in investment. We explore: - Why th...

Gina Camfield (Head of ESG at Aramark UK & Global Offshore) joins The Responsible Edge to reveal what carbon labelling on sandwiches is really teaching us about consumer behaviour. From recipe reformulation to in-house chef engagement and playful carbon education tools, this episode explores what it really takes to create change—without putting all the pressure on the consumer. 🔔 Subscribe fo...

Jack Cunningham joins The Responsible Edge to reveal the messy, misunderstood reality of corporate sustainability. From boardrooms to back offices, ESG teams are doing more with less—and it's not sustainable. Tune in for a masterclass on ethics, leadership, and the future of corporate responsibility. 🎧 Subscribe for more episodes that uncover an ethical path to growth.

Mirry Christie, founder of B·ABLE and co-creator of The Green Room, shares how the interiors industry can tackle sustainability with creativity, clarity, and collaboration. Learn what’s holding brands back, why storytelling matters, and how the smallest design details can drive the biggest impact. 🔔 Subscribe to The Responsible Edge for more insights from the frontlines of ethical business.

In this episode of The Responsible Edge, sustainability consultant Kat Christopoulos argues that SMEs aren’t just part of the solution to the climate crisis — they are the solution. Drawing on two decades of ESG leadership, Kat explores the agility of small businesses, the systemic obstacles they face, and why ethical leadership is non-negotiable for meaningful change. 🔔 Subscribe for more insigh...

Ozone CMO Bryan Scott joins The Responsible Edge to unpack the hidden cost of advertising blocklists and how they threaten the future of quality journalism. In this powerful episode, Bryan explores the growing divide between ethical advertising and the reality of media buying in a platform-dominated world—and offers a compelling alternative through the idea of the premium web. 🔔 Subscribe for mor...

Ellen Weinreb has been recruiting Chief Sustainability Officers for over 20 years—and she’s seen it all. In this episode of The Responsible Edge, she joins Charlie to reveal how the CSO role has evolved, the biggest hiring mistakes companies make, and why the future of business depends on embedding sustainability everywhere. A must-watch for anyone working in ESG, recruitment, or leadership.

Kate Chilton (CSO at BamCore) joins The Responsible Edge to discuss why real sustainability isn’t easy—or cheap. From eco-anxiety and funding gaps to why climate finance is broken, this episode explores how startups can survive and thrive inside a system that often rewards doing the wrong thing.

In this episode, communications expert Clayton Hirst joins The Responsible Edge to explore the real power of corporate purpose. Why do purpose-led companies innovate faster, retain talent, and deliver stronger financial returns? How is the business world splitting between those who double down on purpose — and those who quietly abandon it? Dive deep into a wide-ranging conversation on purpose, aut...

The construction industry is responsible for more than a third of the world's waste — but what if we saw that waste as a resource, not a problem? In this episode of The Responsible Edge, Brogan Macdonald (UK Green Building Council) offers a bold vision for a regenerative built environment — one where waste is minimised, materials are given new life, and the industry moves beyond ticking sustai...