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Welcome to Uncommon Courage, the podcast, where we’ll be having the conversations we need to be having as members of the human collective. We are all being called upon to step up and lead – with kindness, big hearts and unshakable courage – because right now, we have an opportunity to redress what we got wrong in the past, as well as deal with the disruptions we face today, to create a better world for all. However, if we are completely truthful, the biggest challenge we face is believing we can do it – believing in our ability to create massive change. But everyone knows you can’t achieve anything significant without guts, determination, and of course, the courage to keep driving towards the goal, regardless of how hard the journey is! Uncommon Courage will feature global conversations determined to contribute to creating a better future for all life on earth. Ideas, solutions, arguments and laughs - it’ll all be part of the journey. It is time for that which is uncommon to become common.
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Propaganda has always been an issue in our societies, but the problem is becoming a much bigger challenge today. Recently, a British man was charged over an arson plot targeting a Ukrainian business after he was allegedly recruited to act for the mercenary group, Wagner. He will face trial under the UK’s new National Security Act, the first time a case will be brought under this new legislation, designed to crack down on foreign agents. But this isn’t the only incident. A more serious Ru...
Southeast Asia, the Indian sub-continent, and parts of Africa are sitting in the eye of an extreme heatwave, seeing temperatures five to 10 degrees Celsius above normal, and it’s predicted to last until June. That means no relief is on the horizon for the millions of people being impacted, and reports of deaths from heat stroke are growing by the day. It is challenging for the wealthy countries in the North to comprehend how devastating this heatwave is, with most of the population livin...
When times get complicated, simple answers and solutions aren’t what’s going to cut it, even though we are bombarded with messages telling us otherwise. The growing threat of all-out-war, the calamities in our environment, and the divisions in our societies are all deeply complicated issues that require our attention and a deep appreciation for nuance. In our fast-paced, information-dense world, you don’t have to look far to see people quickly leaping to conclusions, shouting opinions fr...
It’s been a harrowing week for war, with aid workers at World Central Kitchen killed by Israeli rockets in Palestine, which is ramping up pressure on the Israel Government to call an immediate ceasefire. Equally, Iran now faces a dilemma following the Israeli attack on its embassy in Syria, which killed two Iranian generals and five military advisers at its embassy compound in Damascus. How will Iran respond? Because it must respond, or it will look weak.Russia continues to make progress in i...
A few weeks ago, we discussed the story of Bryan Johnson, a 46-year-old tech bro who cashed out a few years ago and now spends all his time trying not to die. Today he is suffering from long Covid, however he’s part of a bigger story about an obsession to work out how to live longer and healthier lives. At the centre is the longevity industry – a multi-billion-dollar industry – and it’s goal is to target aging at the cellular or molecular level, as well as promoting healthy aging and im...
Did you hear Donald Trump say: “Right now, a number of state laws allow a baby to be born from his or her mother’s womb in the ninth month. It is wrong. It has to change.” Cray cray right? And yes, he really did say it. In Missouri, if you’re pregnant you can’t get divorced – women’s rights are really progressing over there – not to mention we had the whole IVF debacle which is sending people into a tail spin; and of course, adding to the “what will he do next” campaign, Donald Trump launched...
We celebrated Valentine’s Day this week and messages of love are flooding our social media channels, which is always a nice balm for the soul. However, then you turn on the news and see the shooting in Kansas City during the Super Bowl celebrations, the planned attack on Rafah still going ahead, X taking payment from terrorist organizations, the US reconsidering its relationship with South Africa after taking Israel to the ICJ for genocide, and of course, Trump threatening NATO members if the...
We are back for 2024, so come and join us as we cover the major news happening around the world, with our theme this year on misinformation and disinformation, the number one issue in the World Economic Forum’s Global Risk Report, and with 49% of the world’s population going to the polls this year, it is critical we all learn how to navigate this risk. There is a lot more going on, from the latest Taylor Swift shenanigans to the war in Gaza, the growing risks of the Houthi’s actions in t...
The negotiations have been taking place in Dubai, and breaking news suggests an agreement to move away from fossil fuels has been agreed, however, the words phase-out is not in the final text. What this means is the recognition of the need for deep, rapid and sustained reductions has been agreed, which is a milestone for a Cop, because no previous event has seen agreement on the need to move away from oil, gas and coal.Are we on the right path now? We wait and see. In the meantime, alongside ...
When Mohammad Ali Jinnah understood his city, Karachi in Pakistan, would be under water by the 2060s due to climate change and sea level rise, he knew he had to do something about it and get involved – for his children and grandchildren. Pakistan is one of the 10 most vulnerable countries to climate change risk, and it is time for the world to come together and act, especially to help the developing countries in the Global South, who have done little to contribute to the challenge.The mo...
Did this year pass like lightening or what? It’s time for our last show of the year, and that means a wrap up of 2023, as we reflect on all the main news that’s been flying across our screens. From wars to political shenanigans, good news to living through the hottest year in 250,000 years, celebrity losses and moments that achieved headlines, and of course, what’s going on at Cop28, the need for peace, the health of the global economy, and why we must focus on developing strong resilience as...
Kaaka Issac, also called Wakili, is part of the Masai Tribe in Kenya. He is seeing first-hand the impact of climate change on his family, community and the animals they care for. This frontline experience inspired him to become a climate advocate and to be even more impactful, he is currently studying at Kwame Ngurummah University of Law. Kaaka is a jurist, Founder of the East Africa Campuses and Colleges Green Network, Climate Clock lead for the Kenya Chapter, he is an award winner at t...
Are you creative? Well, you need to listen to Sveinung Nygaard! he’s a composer, an artist, musician and he’s part of the Bards for Climate, because he believes the artistic mindset is capable of solving the biggest problems the world faces. In this wonderful conversation we discuss how climate is an identity issue and what we can do about it, as well as why it’s so important to have a purpose driving you, something you can give your life too. So much inspiration in this chat, have a listen a...
Sadaf Khalid is the global coordinator for the virtual Cop 28 on behalf of Rethinking Choices. She is a power woman, who believes in taking action and getting involved. I so enjoyed this conversation with a lady committed to the future of our world, especially tackling the challenges Pakistan face, the home of her birth, and she shares the harrowing experience of the devastating floods, not just in 2022, but in 2010, when her mum was stranded in the mountains for five days. This is a lady to ...
I am so delighted to introduce you to SirCollins Manyasi, who works with grassroots women’s organisations in Kenya, Africa. He is inspired to make a difference in women’s and children’s lives, ensuring the most basic needs are met, like access to water for drinking, cooking and farming. He’s got a smile that lights up a room, so have a listen and maybe you’ll be inspired too.You can sign up to Its4U at bit.ly/signup2its4U Join the Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/101772155...
Meet Timothy Ndgewa, the African representative of Rethinking Choices. He’s a finance professional who moved into sustainability, and he is a voice on the ground in Kenya, driving awareness and action. He is driven to support his community and environment, especially those who do not have access to technology, so they don’t get left behind. You can sign up to Its4U at bit.ly/signup2its4U Join the Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017721559112354 @RethinkingC...
Inger-Mette Stenseth is a co-founder of the World Climate School, and she works across the world to get climate education front and centre in education curriculum. With a creativity energy at the core of all she does, Inger-Mette is encouraging all of the artists, designers, weavers and more to come on board to Its4U, because creative expression is central to the core message of this whole campaign.World Climate School worldclimateschool.net You can sign up to Its4U at bit.ly/signup2its...
Our oceans hit heat extremes in 2023 that have literally gone off the charts, and with annual peak temperatures not expected until February/March 2024, there is a lot of anxiety about how high the temperatures will reach, as well as the impact of that heat on life in the ocean, which of course, impacts life on land.In the Northern Hemisphere summer, we saw coral bleaching right across the reefs in this region, which does not bode well for the Southern Hemisphere summer, as well as mass die-of...
Welcome to 12 days of Cop, where I’ll be interviewing inspiring people who are reminding us where to put our focus during these next two weeks. Kicking off with the brains and hearts behind #Its4U Dr. David Ko and Richard Busellato, we dig into what Its4U is all about, and encourage everyone to get involved! You can sign up to Its4U at bit.ly/signup2its4U Join the Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017721559112354 Use the hashtag #Its4U when sharing the beauty of l...
It was reported - for the first time - that earth passed 2°C warming in November for two days in a row, and it must be important because it hit the mainstream news. Definitely a topic for The Know Show this week, as well as the fact we are all eagerly awaiting the release of Israeli hostages (women and children) by Hamas, but alarming news is showing the situation has become so dire in the refugee camps in Palestine, serious disease is starting to spread. Cop28 is around the corner, so t...
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