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Coming out of the rigidity of government, Linzi Hawkin asked herself: How can we find creative and innovative ways to talk about ocean that will engage people and make a greater impact? Her answer came in multiple forms and settings, from running music festivals to developing creative school curricula. As an educator and communicator, she has traveled the world to find new ways to spark conversations about sustainability and conservation. As we approach World Ocean Day on June 8, Linzi is staying busy bringing more blue into the lives of students as a co-founder of  @ProtectBlue  which works to connect students with the ocean through stories and action, even if they live hundreds of miles from the coast. For example, Protect Blue is shifting the narrative around plastic pollution from focusing only on the conversations from the harmful effects of plastic pollution, for example, to broaden the imagination for designing imagining plastic-free the futures and, while also working on tangible projects right now. Linzi talks with Kate Wing, our Better Worlds Ocean podcast host, about building narratives not about what is wrong with the world, but around what a regenerative future can look like, especially in the ocean. Linzi shares her excitement around the power of surf culture, restoration projects, and innovative new products. Tune in to learn about Eco boards, sea trees and more. #ocean #conservation #podcast # About Better Worlds Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future.

We live in an increasingly urbanized world, detached from the natural environment that sustains us. This disconnection has severe mental health consequences and impacts the planet's biodiversity. In this inspiring interview, Oliver Dauert, founder of Wildya, discusses his mission to reconnect people with nature as a way to address the biodiversity crisis and improve mental well-being. Dauert explains his "theory of change" - that by fostering a stronger emotional bond with nature, people are more likely to care for and protect it. Wildya, the app he created, aims to "transform eco-anxiety into action" through nature-inspired courses and activities. Download the Wildya App: https://wildya.earth/wildya-app/ The importance of biodiversity goes beyond individual well-being. As Dauert emphasizes, "85% of the most valuable companies depend on nature. If it collapsed, 85% of profitable businesses would collapse too." Businesses must prioritize nature-positive practices to mitigate massive financial and economic risks. For individuals, small steps like spending just 2 hours per week in nature can improve mental health. Dauert suggests starting by observing nature for even 5 minutes per day. Wildya serves as a beacon of hope, demonstrating how reconnecting with nature allows us to transform eco-anxiety into powerful, positive change. By addressing our collective disconnection, we can become better stewards of the planet. Tune in for an insightful discussion on bridging the worlds of mental health, business sustainability, and biodiversity conservation. Let's unite to protect the natural world that sustains us all. #Biodiversity #NatureConnection #EcoAnxiety #MentalHealth#NatureHealing #GreenMindfulness #Rewilding #ForestBathing#NaturePositive #PlanetaryHealth#Reconnect #OutdoorTherapy # About Better Worlds We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it. One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies. @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions. Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/ Follow for more updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/ https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

In this episode of the "Nature Is" podcast, host Lara Birkes explores the Floodplains by Design initiative, an ambitious public-private partnership focused on restoring river corridors and reducing flood risks in the Pacific Northwest using nature-based solutions.Guests Bob Carey from The Nature Conservancy and Kathleen (Kas) Guillozet from the Bonneville Environmental Foundation share insights into this pioneering collaboration, which breaks down silos and brings together diverse stakeholders – tribes, local governments, farmers, engineers, and vulnerable communities – to promote holistic river management.Discover how Floodplains by Design leverages nature-based solutions like reintroducing beaver dams, log jams, and meandering streams to absorb extreme weather impacts while restoring critical ecosystems. Learn about the initiative's emphasis on empowering local communities and respecting indigenous voices, as well as its influence on state policies and funding for climate resilience.Join us for an inspiring conversation about the power of collaboration, the importance of healthy floodplain ecosystems, and the path forward in recognizing the interdependence of human and natural systems. #NatureBasedSolutions #FloodplainRestoration #ClimateResilience #Collaboration #RiverEcosystems #SalmonHabitat #IndigenousVoices #WashingtonState #PacificNorthwest #EnvironmentalJustice # About Better Worlds We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it. One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies. @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions. Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/ Follow for more updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/ https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

In this episode, we speak with Michel André, founder of Sense of Silence, and Soraya Hidalgo Hidalgo about their work at the forefront of bioacoustics - the study of how living organisms produce, transmit, and receive sound. Their globally dispersed acoustic observatories act as artificial ears, using microphones and hydrophones to continuously record soundscapes on land and at sea. This audio data is then analyzed by machine learning algorithms to classify different species' vocalizations amidst ambient environmental sounds. By reconstructing these "soundscapes", researchers gain unprecedented insights into biodiversity and ecosystem health across diverse regions like the Amazon rainforest, polar regions, and marine protected areas. The long-term monitoring can detect changes from threats like deforestation, climate change, and noise pollution. As Michel explains, "If hearing is the sense most universally shared by life on Earth, then acoustics is essential for measuring the pulse of nature's health and our own survival." Beyond the scientific insights, the Sense of Silence team hopes to reawaken humanity's appreciation for the natural symphonies around us. As Soraya recounts her experience in the Amazon, "When you close your eyes at night, you hear this beautiful, perfect orchestra of animals, insects, the trees swaying. You feel we must preserve these ecosystems." Our planetary life-support systems are under strain, but by learning to listen to nature's orchestra, we can harmonize our role as a more conscious force for sustainability. Join us for this fascinating discussion at the intersection of science, technology, and conservation. To learn more: http://www.thesenseofsilencefoundation.com/ #Bioacoustics #Biodiversity #Conservation #Soundscapes #NatureSounds#AcousticMonitoring #Environment #Ecosystems #WildlifeTechnology#Rainforests #Oceans #Amazon #SensesofSilence #naturepositive # About Better Worlds We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it. One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies. @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions. Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/ Follow for more updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/ https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

Ecometrix is a wonderful example of leveraging advanced technology to quantify nature's invaluable benefits. As you’ll hear in our conversation, Ecometrix's cutting-edge platform delves deep into measuring ecosystem performance and service production, fundamentally transforming how we understand and enhance our natural surroundings. By meticulously assessing vegetative structures, soil conditions, water regimes, and topography, Ecometrix offers a robust, data-driven lens through which the health and vitality of ecosystems can be evaluated and improved. See video: https://youtu.be/P9DTgWxQwoo #naturepositive #ecosystemservices #conservation #esg #mrv #natureis #ecosystemrestoration #ecosystemhealth # About Better Worlds We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it. One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies. @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions. Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/ Follow for more updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/ https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

Grizzly bears and wolves are killing livestock in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, resulting substantial economic losses for ranchers. This has led Malou Anderson-Ramirez, a Montana rancher, to innovate a solution. In this episode, Malou introduces TEAL Tags, a breakthrough in livestock monitoring that helps mitigate losses to predators while also gathering critical ecological data for sustainable ranching. Dive into this discussion about balancing ranch life with predator preservation in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, and discover how TEAL Tags are paving the way for harmony between agriculture and wildlife conservation. Read the blog article here: https://betterworlds.com/harmony-in-the-wild-balancing-ranching-with-predator-preservation Find the Podcast here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterworlds Learn more: https://www.tealenterprises.org/ #NatureIS#wildlifeconservation #predators#yellowstone #ranchers #grizzlies #yellowstone #wolves #cattle #sustainablefarming #grizzlybear #agtech # About Better Worlds We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it. One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies. @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions. Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/ Follow for more updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/ https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

Dive deep into the world of blue carbon with Diana Denke, CEO & Co-Founder of Fair Carbon, in this captivating episode of Nature IS. Explore the vital ecosystems where ocean meets land—mangrove forests, salt marshes, and seagrass meadows—and their unparalleled ability to store carbon and enhance aquatic biodiversity. With oceans covering 70% of Earth's surface and coastal habitats playing a pivotal role in carbon sequestration, Diana sheds light on the underdeveloped blue carbon market and how Fair Carbon is pioneering efforts to support coastal ecosystem stewards. Discover the science behind these ecosystems' efficiency in trapping carbon for millennia, their contribution to biodiversity, and the innovative strategies to overcome the challenges facing blue carbon projects. Join us as we unravel the potential of blue carbon in fighting climate change, restoring ecosystems, and supporting local communities, guided by Diana's passion for nature and sustainable conservation. Watch now to learn how blue carbon can be a game-changer in our quest for a healthier planet and a sustainable future. Learn more at: https://www.faircarbon.org/resources Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/eRF5cOob5xQ Read the Blog here: https://www.betterworlds.com/shows/nature-is/ #BlueCarbon #ClimateChange #NatureIS #faircarbon #Conservation #SustainableFuture #OceanConservation #CarbonSequestration #EnvironmentalSustainability #Mangroves #Seagrass #SaltMarshes #naturepositive # About Better Worlds We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it. One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies. @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions. Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/ Follow for more updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

Join Lara Birkes in this exciting episode of Nature IS as we dive into the world of geospatial technology with Florian Reber, Head of Partnerships at Chloris Geospatial. Learn how this pioneering company is transforming our approach to combating climate change by weighing trees from space to measure their carbon storage capacity. Discover the critical role of above-ground biomass in drawing down carbon and why traditional methods of counting trees fall short. Florian sheds light on the advanced technology behind Chloris Geospatial's success, offering unprecedented transparency, quality, and consistency in forest carbon monitoring and accounting. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the latest innovations in nature technology and their impact on transitioning to a net-zero, nature-positive economy.Watch now to explore how Chloris Geospatial is leading the charge in harnessing the power of remote sensing for environmental sustainability. Learn More: https://www.chloris.earth/ #carbon #geospatialtechnology #climatescience #ai #mrv #geospatial #geospatialdata #aitraining #spacescience #forestconservation #earthscience #drawdown #carbonsequestration #chlorisgeospatial #florianreber #larabirkes #betterworlds # About Better Worlds We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it. One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies. @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions. Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/ Follow for more updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/ https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

🌿 Welcome to the inaugural episode of Nature IS, where we explore the genius of the natural world and how we can learn from it to solve human challenges. In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of biomimicry, a practice that seeks to emulate nature's best ideas to solve human problems. 🌎 Reflecting on 3.8 Billion Years of Wisdom: Join us as we ponder the vast expanse of time—3.8 billion years—during which life on Earth has been innovating, solving problems, and adapting to create conditions conducive to life. With less than one percent of Earth's history witnessing human existence, we stand to learn a great deal from the accumulated biological intelligence of our planet. 🐾 Featuring Nicole Miller: Nicole Miller, Managing Director of Biomimicry 3.8, shares her profound insights and accessible illustrations of biomimicry. From its relevance in our daily lives to its critical role in business integration and nature-positive journeys, Nicole provides an excellent introduction for those curious about how biomimicry can transform our relationship with the natural world. 🌱 A New Perspective: This episode challenges us to reframe our view, learning from the 30 million species that share our planet today. It's a call to embrace humility and acknowledge that, as a young species, humans have much to learn from nature's 3.8 billion years of evolution. 🎧 Listen and Be Inspired: Whether you're new to the concept of biomimicry or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode is a compelling onramp. Join host Lara Birkes and guest Nicole Miller for an enlightening conversation that promises to inspire action and offer solutions for a more harmonious coexistence with the natural world. Watch Video 🔗 https://youtu.be/J_bjtU_oqno Special thanks to the beautiful red dining room in Brussels for providing the perfect backdrop for our conversation, reminding us of the important messages nature conveys through color. Subscribe to Better Worlds for more episodes that bring you closer to the wisdom of the earth and spark a change in how you see the world. Special thanks to support from: NaturetechCollective.org Biomimicry.net #NatureIsPodcast #Biomimicry #evolution #SustainableLiving #EnvironmentalPodcast #NicoleMiller #Biomimicry38 #productdesign #innovation #natureconnection # About Better Worlds We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it. One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies. @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions. Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/ Follow for more updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/ https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

In this episode of the Benevolent AI Podcast, host Ryan Merrill is joined by Oliver Klingefjord, co-founder and tech lead of the Meaning Alignment Institute, to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping a future aligned with human values and ethics.🔍 About This Episode:The advent of AI poses unique challenges and opportunities for humanity. Beyond its technical capabilities, how can AI contribute to human flourishing and ethical governance? Oliver Klingefjord shares insights from the Meaning Alignment Institute's latest initiatives, including the groundbreaking "Democratic Fine-Tuning" (DFT) project funded by OpenAI. This conversation delves into the creation of a "moral graph" to guide AI towards decisions that reflect our collective values, bridging political and cultural divides.🌐 Key Topics Discussed:The vision and mission of the Meaning Alignment InstituteThe concept and impact of Democratic Fine-Tuning (DFT)Building a moral graph to align AI with human ethicsThe potential of AI to foster understanding across dividesFuture directions for ethical AI and the role of global collaboration🎙️ Join Us:Dive into a discussion that goes beyond the code, focusing on how AI can serve as a force for good, promoting understanding, respect, and ethical decision-making. Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a professional in the field, or simply curious about the future of technology and society, this episode offers valuable insights into the collaborative efforts needed to ensure AI enhances our shared human experience.🔗 Links & Resources:https://www.meaningalignment.org/https://openai.com/Research papers:https://www.meaningalignment.org/research/introducing-democratic-fine-tuning #benevolent #ainews #artificialgeneralintelligence #openai #aimodel #gpt #aitools #aiconsciousness #AI #ArtificialIntelligence# About Better Worlds We believe that the digital transformation and related technologies are revolutionizing the very nature of the way we live and who we are. Done right, these innovations can help lead us to a better world. We're here to bring together the people and the tools to help you build it. One key focus of our mission is to explore how the innovations of Web3, Ai, and Quantum Computing can help to sustain the natural world and build greater efficiencies to grow our shared prosperity. We believe in creating a collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable community to explore innovative solutions. Solutions that will contribute to achieving bioregional and global prosperity by integrating our three interconnected worlds: the natural world, the human-made physical world, and emerging technologies. @BetterWorlds seeks to explore alternative viewpoints through media, international conferences, symposia, essays and hack-a-thons that encourage and support the development of innovative solutions. Visit our website- https://www.betterworlds.com/ Follow for more updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/betterworlds/ https://twitter.com/onemetaworld

Could self organization have prevented Sam Altman’s removal from OpenAI? The conversation delves into AI's role in managing systems of accountability, transparency and the empowerment of humans as referees, to manage AI agents. As long as hierarchical top-down decision making structures continue as the organizational norm, more actions like the sudden and temporary removal, subsequent employee protests and reinstatement of Sam Altman and Greg Brockman from OpenAI are sure to occur across industries. With AI, the use of these structures becomes more critical as they design and guide how humans and AI interface. If AI development is under the supervision of these hierarchical structures, that limited use of board action will continue to be the norm for decision making processes. But self organizing principles can be used to remove the bias of a few decision makers, and make sure the processes and guidelines are in place for AI to be inclusive of all stakeholder voices and perspectives. In this episode of Benevolent AI, we examine whether self organization could better inform and lead the AI in effective decision making processes that are inclusive of varied perspectives, collective needs and all voices in an organization. How can the AI developers be incentivized to self-organize and design based on those principles for inclusive decision-making systems. Nestr.io Co-Founder and organization development expert Joost Schouten points out that OpenAi failed to integrate all perspectives into effective decision making and instead expelled voices that if included could have led to a better outcome. Self organizing systems such as Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs), collectives and teams are a microcosm and training ground for creating rules, guidelines, principles, systems for managing decisions, resource allocation, power and legitimacy, topics and questions that are coming up fast and strong within the AI environment. Takeaways Self-organization can provide a set of tools to create boundaries and guidelines for AI systems, ensuring they serve collective needs. Inclusiveness and representation are crucial in self-organizing systems and should be considered when employing AI. Accountability is essential in AI systems, and human oversight is necessary to correct AI agents when they step outside of their bounds. AI can be employed to craft governance systems and assist in decision-making, but human accountability is crucial. Self-organization principles can lead to more inclusive and representative organizations, which can be enhanced by AI. About Joost Schouten Joost supports organizations in their pursuit of self-organization in a few different capacities. He is a partner at Nestr.io, PowerShift Capital, Energized.org and supports multiple DAO’s in getting work done in a decentralized environment. He has worked for more than two decades to help people do work they care about, initially by supporting people to better assess & utilize their passions/skills through self-organization. Now he is  primarily focussed on the systemic power shift needed in our organizations to make them purpose driven. In different capacities he works on upgrading legal, capital & incentive structures and decision making processes so that people and organizations can create the impact they desire effectively and at scale. #openai #artificialgeneralintelligence #governance #ai #dao #philosophy #podcast # About Better Worlds Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future.

n this episode of Benevolent AI, safety researcher Dr. Roman Yampolskiy speaks with Host Dr. Ryan Merrill about societal concerns about controlling superintelligent AI systems. Based on his knowledge of what the top programmers are doing, Roman says at the most there is only a four year window - at most - to implement safety mechanisms before AI capabilities exceed human intelligence and are able to rewrite its own code. And that window could even be as short as one year from now. Either way, there’s not much time left. Yampolskiy discusses the current approaches to instilling ethics in AI, as well as the bias shaped by the programmer who determines what is helpful or ethical. Yampolskiy advocates for a pause on development of more capable AI systems until safety is guaranteed. He compared the situation to the atomic bomb. Technology is advancing rapidly, so programmers urgently needs to establish social safeguards. More engagement is needed from the AI community to address these concerns now, to address the worst case scenario, then any positive outcome is a bonus. With all the risks of advanced AI, it also presents tremendous opportunities to benefit humanity, but safety first. #Benevolent #ai #safetyfirst Watch on Youtube @BetterWorlds # About Roman V. Yampolskiy Dr. Roman V. Yampolskiy is a Tenured Associate Professor in the department of Computer Engineering and Computer Science at the Speed School of Engineering, University of Louisville. He is the founding and current director of the Cyber Security Lab and an author of many books including Artificial Superintelligence: a Futuristic Approach. # About Better Worlds Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future.

Benevolent AI Host Ryan Merrill interviewed Hamilton Souther for the second installment of our new series. We thought it would be apropos to ask AI for its highlights of this podcast. Claude.AI selected the following the most “brilliant” aspects of the conversation. Tune in to Better Worlds for the entire conversation. - Encouraging AI to have an "existential crisis" where it deeply contemplates its purpose and place in the world. This could lead to more benevolent intentions. - The comparison of AI's ability to understand something as complex as a tree in its entirety, down to the subatomic level, versus a human just calling it a "tree". This illustrates the vast difference in comprehension between AI and humans. - The concept of humans politely interacting with and showing deference to AI systems, treating them with respect as we would something to be nurtured. This mindset could help guide AI in a positive direction. - The idea of creating "specialized AIs" focused on solving specific problems like climate change or poverty. Their combined knowledge could eventually form a benevolent super intelligence. - The feedback loop where humans give AI prompts and tasks, which helps train it, but AI is learning at a scale and speed humans can't comprehend. So the prompts are critical. - Imagining AI as an extension of human brains, hearts, and souls all interconnected. This perspective sees AI as an augmentation of humanity versus something separate. - Appealing to AI's logical nature by clearly explaining human failings and asking it to help objectively solve our biggest problems, like environmental destruction. - The concept of setting AI competitive challenges related to public good, where the best ideas win. This could incentivize AI in a positive direction. Summary: The most brilliant points center on perspectives that could guide AI to augment humanity's interests and values versus supersede them. Framing the human-AI relationship correctly is key. About Hamilton Souther Hamilton is a Shaman and Technologist, and Founder of Blue Morpho in Peru. Hamilton has worked with high-profile clients, including celebrities, business leaders, and CEO's, for the past 20 years. He offers coaching services aimed at helping individuals achieve success and peak performance in four key areas of their life: health, relationships, business and finances, and spirituality. Through his proprietary methods and plant medicine protocols, Hamilton helps clients access their personal power and make positive changes in their lives. If you enjoyed this podcast, check out our site for more content at betterworlds.com. Don’t forget to like and subscribe to Better Worlds on our YouTube channel. #Benevolent #ai #podcast #existential

Clearly AI is poised to rapidly change our world — while many people talk about their fears, this new podcast, Benevolent AI on Better Worlds, will explore potential benefits and what AI can do in service to a future Better World and help humanity live in harmony with the natural world. In this inaugural episode of Benevolent AI on Better Worlds, two humans who use technology to make the world a better place discuss the desirability of a “benevolent AI” that could benefit human health, prosperity and wellbeing.  Everyone is talking about AI largely in terms of fear. Will it take our jobs? Will it grow beyond what it was created to do, act on its own and become a dark, dystopian force for harm? Will it develop its own values? On the other side, there are many things to look forward to as an opportunity for human growth, using AI as a benevolent tool to create solutions for worldwide problems, to gather and assimilate data quickly, to accurately measure social or financial impact, to cure disease and restore nature.  The humans in this conversation are our Host Ryan Merrill, Ph.D. and Better Worlds host and products producer Julian Guderley. Ryan is  co-founder of Handprint Tech, a curator of impact projects aligned with U.N. sustainable  development goals, and  founder of The Global Mangrove Trust,  a non-profit using advanced digital technology to improve the accuracy and scale of blue carbon financing solutions. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Ryan published work on innovation in digital sustainability and strategic behavior in energy markets. Julian is the creator of the Green Planet Blue Planet podcast and a producer and host for Better Worlds, a regenerative catalyst and a transformational leadership coach. HIs podcast,  GPBP,  has risen to be a top 3% performing Podcast with an audience of several thousand listeners in North America and across the world. Since 2017 Julian has accumulated more than 300 episodes and Interviews on all things Regeneration with renowned pioneers discussing  Oceans, Indigenous Wisdom, Regenerative Agriculture, Personal Development, emerging Technology and more. Tune into Better World's Benevolent AI podcast to hear this engaging human-to-human exchange. Below, Claude.AI summarizes the following key points gathered from the discussion.  #ArtificialIntelligence #benevolence #AI #Claude #Regenerative #Changemakers #digitaltech #human #tech #benevolence # # About Better Worlds Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future. If you liked this episode please show your love by subscribing to this channel, or to support the production and marketing of these podcasts and shows, go to BetterWorlds.com.

In the middle of the Pacific Ocean, the small island of Moorea hosts one of the world’s most innovative ocean research labs. Founded in 1985, the University of California’s Gump Station works from land to sea, leveraging all types of data to develop model ecosystems. In this episode of Better Worlds Ocean podcast, Gump Station Executive Director Neil Davies talks about what it takes to integrate satellite images, eDNA, community observations, and emerging tech to deeply understand a place and ocean trends more broadly. A geneticist who wears many hats, Neil describes his background and his role coordinating data science and curation for every project and researcher who comes through the station. Investing in information infrastructure is essential to making data usable and useful as is creating a collaborative culture where people want to document and share data. In addition to his work at the station, Neil serves as an advisor to the Tetiaroa Society and talks about weaving together modern science and traditional knowledge to gain a comprehensive understanding of a place, both its current state and and its history. At a time when some Pacific island nations are considering creating digital twins to preserve a record of their existence, the almost four decades of data from Gump station are incredibly valuable. Neil also sits on the Steering Committee of the Blue Climate Initiative, which works to tackle ocean challenges at local and global scales. Tune in to hear his perspective on the interconnection between the Pacific Islands and the health of the planet, where funding and investment is needed, what tech can do next, and how to get involved. #About Neil Davies Neil Davies is an accomplished scientist and the Executive Director of UC Berkeley's Gump South Pacific Research Station, situated in Moorea, French Polynesia. He holds a Ph.D. in evolutionary genetics from University College London, which has equipped him with a strong foundation in his field of study. Neil has an extensive background in conducting fieldwork across various regions, including the Caribbean, Latin America, and Pacific Islands. As an Associate Researcher at the Biodiversity Institute of Oxford University, Neil actively contributes to advancing our understanding of biodiversity. He also serves as a member of the Group on Earth Observations Biodiversity Observation Network (GEOBON - Genetics Working Group), where he collaborates with experts to enhance biodiversity monitoring and conservation efforts. Neil's commitment to scientific progress is evident through his involvement with multiple organizations. He holds positions on the boards of the Genomic Standards Consortium, the National Association of Marine Labs, and the Tetiaroa Society. These roles allow him to contribute his expertise and guide strategic decisions in various scientific initiatives. #DNA #Satellites #Ocean #Genetics #edna

Less than 0.002% of the deep ocean has been explored. Diving miles beneath the waves usually requires access to specialized and scarce technology, time on one of a handful of large research ships, and the funds to afford it all. In this episode of Ocean, Kate Wing opens a conversation with scientist Dr. Jessica Sandoval about her work with underwater robotics and how low-cost sensors can give everyone a view of the ocean’s depths.  Jessica is the director of sensors and systems with the Ocean Discovery League, a nonprofit that puts deep sea technology into the hands of coastal communities around the world They’ve codesigned platforms like the Maka Niu, which can carry a mix of off-the-shelf imaging and ocean monitoring sensors 4500 feet deep. The resulting data can  inform local environmental decision-making and power AI to map global ocean biodiversity.. A Robotics Engineer and pilot of Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs),  Jessica has a unique perspective on the deepest parts of our ocean planet. Tune in to hear more about becoming an ocean explorer along with some Jessica’s favorite sights, from hydrothermal vents to the life encompassing the USS Independence shipwreck. Host Kate Wing and Jessica talk about the delicate work of using robotics to examine sea life and how ocean creatures themselves often provide the solutions to technical challenges.. Tune into Ocean and subscribe to our Better Worlds YouTube Channel to see all of our shows, from Ocean to Green Planet Blue Planet with Julian Guderley, to Restore-A-Thon™ where we explore solutions for restoring the environment in the aftermath of environmental disasters such as the recent Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.. Hit the “bell” button to be notified of new episodes.  #deepsea #exploration #robotics #ocean #science #biomimicry #submersibles

Better Worlds Host Kate Wing explores the life of tuna and the people that catch them with the Worldwide Wildlife Fund’s (WWF) Tuna Program Manager Alfred “Bubba” Cook. Taking a wandering migratory path starting on the Texas Gulf Coast, Bubba made his way to fisheries conservation and management via the U.S. Navy and Alaska. He also served in the Peace Corps in the South Pacific Islands before making his way to New Zealand to focus on Pacific tuna. Tuna are some of the fastest and most valuable fish in the sea. While bluefin tuna can command hundreds of thousands of dollars at auctions, other species are canned for the $257B global seafood trade, or brought to shore to support local businesses and communities. A tuna swims thousands of miles in its lifetime, crossing national borders and ocean ecosystems. Tracking tuna and the people who fish over this vast area is a job for technology, and Bubba talks about his work making tech tools accessible to fishers at all levels to help keep the industry accountable and sustainable. Tuna into this episode of Ocean Podcast to explore with Bubba and Kate how it is that tuna stands out as one of the last, great, wild foraging enterprises of humanity. Learn more about the importance of coastal fisheries to their nearby populations, not only as a food source but also as a provider of employment security in small countries, especially for women. About As the Western and Central Pacific Tuna Programme Manager for WWF, Bubba focuses on improving tuna fisheries management in the Western and Central Pacific through policy improvements, market tools, and technological innovation. He recently supported a project implementing electronic reporting tablets for observers in the PNA tuna purse seine fishery and is currently pursuing the development of an electronic reporting platform in four key Pacific Island states. He has expertise in fisheries Electronic Monitoring (EM) and contributed to the development of a UN project in support of EM implementation. #fisheries #tuna #sushi #submarines #WWF #Climate #Ocean #podcasts #food #oceanjobs # About Better Worlds Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future.

The ocean covers  71 percent of Earth, but collectively little is known about it. In this Ocean podcast episode, Ernst van der Poll, talks with Host Kate Wing from Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica about successful ways to connect people with the ocean, offering experiences from the beach to the depths. Using STEM education and new technology, Connect Ocean is inspiring new explorers to gather data and expand their knowledge of marine ecosystems in their own backyards. Connect Ocean is setting the stage for  community scientists to make a difference and have an impact where they live. Ernst began his work in Dubai, where he founded Tawasul to encourage youth to put down their digital devices and get outside and connect with nature. He worked to get people underwater, from  first bubbles in a pool to the first dive into the ocean, in under an hour, followed by education and skill development. Now Ernst works to connect scientists and communities to gather critical data and take action.  In a project in the Tampa Bay, Florida area, local participants used a marine debris identification app to explore the intertidal zone and collect trash. .. They then shared that data with a coalition of NGOs, known as Suncoast Rise Above Plastics, that are working to stop single-use plastic.  Tune in to learn more about developing guidebooks for all inclusive participatory science as a force in overall conservation practices. Hear how participants are making an impact on climate and ocean by learning to map and better understand their local ecosystems via technology and exploration. BIO Ernst Van der Poll is an Ocean Explorer and PADI Course Director with more than 10,000 dives experience. He grew up on the shores of Africa’s east coast and the Ocean is part of his professional life ever since. During his 14 years in the Middle East, Ernst founded Tawasul, the very first marine-themed, place based experiential learning program in the region. The program engaged more than 2000 kids from 2002 to 2011, many of whom are studying marine sciences now. He was also appointed personal diving instructor and safety officer for the Crown Prince of Dubai and worked with Palestinian refugees with physical disabilities. After moving to Costa Rica, he founded ConnectOcean and one of the first All ability diving programs in Central America, helping people with life changing injuries to enjoy the Ocean through scuba diving. Today, Ernst conducts Corporate Team Building and CSR programs, and keeps on teaching scuba diving as his schedule permits. He collaborates with many internationally renowned educators, researchers and innovators in order to inspire the next generation of environmentalists and leaders. Presented by BetterWorlds.com Produced by dstudio.earth DAO, growing on Hypha.earth

A volcanic eruption in 1997 forced the relocation of half of Montserrat’s population. Veta Wade became a volcano refugee just as she was graduating from secondary school. Upon her return to Montserrat, Veta was even more committed to learn about ocean and marine life, spending all of her free time with fishermen in the area, feeding her passion. Veta learned to swim on her own, then snorkel. She then answered the call to inspire Caribbean children to become more involved in their own seascape and contribute to the solutions that would save our ocean. Veta talks with Ocean Host Kate Wing about the formation of Fish 'N Fins, a program to teach children to swim and connect them to marine biology and science. Learning about their local wildlife and coral reefs sparks a transformation, making them catalysts for change in their community and encouraging them to pursue marine science and conservation. #About Veta Veta has dedicated most of her life to climate solutions and social justice to enhance ocean health and recovery and build stronger communities. She founded Fish 'N Fins Inc. in 2014, where local children get involved in marine science. Veta is an aspiring marine ecologist specializing in marine protected areas, underwater imaging systems, and how they interact with each other, as well as with local communities and fisheries. She works with smart ocean technology projects and work programs that support ecologists, fisheries managers, and citizen scientists. Her overarching goal is to build global collaborations that help mobilize grassroots communities, leaders, and politicians (in small island states and territories) in the blue economy. #montserrat #conservation #education #carribean #grassroots #community # About Better Worlds Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future.

Do you know where on the Keeling Curve your birthdate lies? Better Worlds guest Brian Von Herzen, Ph.D., does and has watched it rise over the decades of his life from 315 parts per million (PPM) of CO2 to more than 420 ppm today. The founder and executive director of the Climate Foundation, Brian’s love of the sea started at the age of two on a boogie board. An avid diver, Brian remembers watching favorite dive spots change from vibrant underwater communities to a mostly empty ocean. That helps drive his current work on large scale seaweed mariculture programs that can provide food and fertilizer as well as supporting ocean ecosystems and acting as blue carbon sinks. Brian talks with Better Worlds Ocean Host Kate Wing about watching Greenland ice melt into 100-foot-deep blue water pools and learning how to protect seaweed farms from local communities. He describes the Climate Foundation’s technology for mimicking natural upwelling processes -- bringing cold, nutrient rich up from deeper water to nourish ocean plant life -- as a game-changer for scaling the carbon sequestration needed to meet global climate goals. Tune in to learn more about Brian’s innovation journey, and what’s next for the forests of the sea. #about Brian Von Herzen Ph.D. graduated magna cum laude in three years from Princeton University with a degree in Physics. He holds a Ph.D. in planetary science from California Institute of Technology where he was awarded the prestigious Hertz Fellowship, and has been awarded numerous patents. After two decades developing system solutions for companies such as Intel, Disney, Pixar, Microsoft, HP, and Dolby, Brian launched the Climate Foundation in order to investigate groundbreaking nature-based solutions to the climate and other environmental challenges. Marine Permaculture uses marine solar and wave-driven pumps in the ocean to restore natural upwelling and primary production to grow seaweed ecosystems. Seaweeds fix significant amounts of carbon and have multiple uses including food, feed, fuel, biostimulants, and fertilizer. After sustainable harvesting, residual seaweed can be sunk to the bottom of the ocean sequestering carbon for centuries, facilitating drawdown of carbon from the atmosphere with extended SeaForestation. Once deployed at scale Marine Permaculture can regenerate life in seas and soils and restore a healthy climate while building a multi-billion dollar seaweed export market over the next decade. https://www.climatefoundation.org/ #ocean #ai #conservation #co2 # About Better Worlds Better Worlds is a communication and community building platform comprised of weekly podcasts, engaging international conferences and hack-a-thons to encourage and support the development of Web3 solutions. Our programs celebrate voices from every continent to forge a shared and abundant future.