Welcome to In Conversation with Nathalie Nahai (formerly known as The Hive Podcast), the series that enquires into our relationship with one another, technology and the natural world. Join me as we dive into the complex and challenging questions of our time, and explore how some of the greatest minds are forging new and exciting paths forward. For more resources and information about the show, please visit nathalienahai.com/in-conversation/
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143. Organisational Resilience: Embracing Change, Learning & Transformation / Tami Rosen
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Today I’m in conversation with Tami Rosen - a recognised thought leader, influencer and senior executive in HR, who has spent her career transforming the impact of Human Resources as a senior executive for some of the world’s most recognized companies, including Goldman Sachs, Apple, Luminar Technologies, Atlassian, and, most recently, Pagaya, wher…
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142. Transforming Our Future: Asabiya, Biophilia & Radical Revolt / Roman Krznaric
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This week, I have the pleasure of interviewing Roman Krznaric, a social philosopher, writer, and public intellectual who writes about the power of ideas to create change. A former political scientist, Roman has become a leading voice in the realm of practical philosophy, urging individuals and societies to prioritise future generations in our decis…
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141. The Deluge: On Literature, Science & The Art of Hope / Stephen Markley
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On this episode of In Conversation, I speak with Stephen Markley – an American journalist, screenwriter and author whose gripping novels explore the tangled political, economic and environmental issues we face across the world today. Born and raised in Mount Vernon, Ohio, Stephen’s Midwestern roots permeate his writing, and his debut novel, Ohio, g…
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140. Flourishing: Embracing Decay, Accepting Otherness & Loving Under Patriarchy / Rachel Donald
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Today I’m in conversation with Rachel Donald, an investigative journalist and activist dedicated to uncovering the root causes of global crises and advocating for change. With a background in managing international teams and teaching media and journalism at French universities, Rachel’s work focuses on what she terms "climate corruption"—the exploi…
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139. Call Of The Wild: Nature Connection, Mystery & Post-Economic Paradigms / Dr Matthew Zylstra
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Today I speak with Dr Matthew Zylstra, a systems ecologist passionate about deepening the human-nature relationship for the flourishing of people and planet. With an MSc in Environmental Science (2005) and PhD in Conservation Ecology & Sustainability Education (2014), his doctorate research explored how meaningful nature experiences and nature conn…
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138. Dispelling Wetiko: On Initiation, Interbecoming & Collective Transformation / Manda Scott
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Today I have the real pleasure of speaking with a cherished friend and inspiration, Manda Scott. She’s a best-selling author, teacher and host of the fantastic podcast, Accidental Gods, and has written about historical fiction, shamanic practice and emerging, thrutopian futures. A beloved author, perhaps best known for her Boudica: Dreaming series,…
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137. Regenerative Cultures: Birthright & Antidote To The Growth Imperative / Daniel Christian Wahl
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In today’s conversation, I have the privilege of interviewing Daniel Christian Wahl - a distinguished biologist, holistic scientist, and expert in regenerative design. Daniel consults, educates, and advocates globally, working with prominent organisations like Ecover, Lush, and the UK Foresight. With a background as the former director of Findhorn …
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136. Shedding Our Technological Delusions: On Compassion, Agency & Co-Evolution / Dr Tom Chatfield
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For the first episode in Season 13, I’m interviewing Dr Tom Chatfield on his latest book “Wise Animals: How technology has made us what we are" - a poignant, thought-provoking book that explores our shared evolution with the tools and technologies that have come to shape both us, and the world in which we live today. Rather than seeing technology a…
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135. Reckoning: On Solidarity, Transformation & Awakening To Our Deepest Selves / V (formerly Eve Ensler)
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For the last episode of the series, I speak with V (formerly known as Eve Ensler) - distinguished American playwright, performer and feminist, whose work and activism has positively impacted the lives of millions of women and people around the world. Renowned for her infamous play, The Vagina Monologues, a global phenomenon that has been published …
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134. The Evolved Nest: How We Raise Healthy, Wellness-Informed Communities / Darcia Narvaez
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Today, I speak with Darcia Narváez, award-winning author and Professor of Psychology Emerita at the University of Notre Dame. Darcia is the founder of the public and professional educational outreach project The Evolved Nest Initiative, whose nonprofit mission is to share her science research into developing appropriate baselines for lifelong human…
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133. Put Your Money Where Your Life Is: The Power Of Local Economies / Michael Shuman
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Today I’m in conversation with Michael Shuman - an economist, attorney, author, and entrepreneur, and a leading visionary on community economics. The Director of Local Economy Programs for Neighborhood Associates Corporation, and an Adjunct Professor at Bard Business School in New York City, Michael is also a Senior Researcher for Council Fire and …
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132. Practices For Healing: Indigenous Agroforestry, Creativity & Eco-Arts / Patricia Moguel Viveros
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Today, I speak with Patricia Moguel Viveros - an ecologist and environmental educator, and the co-founder of the NGO Etnoecologia A.C. An expert on issues of sustainable community development, agroecology, resilience and environmental education, Patricia received her Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainable Development Studies from Nation…
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131. How To Thrive In Challenging Times: On Beauty, Purpose & Longing / Bill Liao
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Today I speak with Bill Liao, Chinese-Australian-Irish entrepreneur, author, investor and philanthropist who has left an indelible mark on the business, social and sustainability sectors. With a diverse career spanning decades, Bill is not only the co-founder of the popular CoderDojo movement (a free global network formed to assist young people wit…
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130. On Flourishing, Fugitivity & The Power Of The Monster’s Story / Dr Bayo Akomolafe
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In today’s conversation, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Bayo Akomolafe - a widely celebrated international speaker, teacher, public intellectual and essayist, whose convening of the concepts of ‘postactivism’, ‘transraciality’ and ‘ontofugitivity’ have ignited richer, more vibrant explorations of what it means to deepen into our collectiv…
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129. Navigating Overshoot & The Polycrisis Through Transformative Adaptation / Rupert Read
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Today, I speak with Professor Rupert Read – eco-philosopher, academic, author, campaigner, UK Green politician, and environmental activist. An incisive and respected thought-leader, Rupert has influenced public and academic opinion on issues including climate, genetic engineering, technological development and advertising to children. Having (co-)a…
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128. Solstice Special / Manda Scott & Della Duncan
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As we approach the Winter Solstice and the longest night of the year, I’m delighted to share with you what has become a cherished tradition of reflection, contemplation, and looking ahead to the year to come. In this conversation, I rejoin Manda Scott and Della Duncan for a collaborative midwinter offering from myself, Accidental Gods, and the Upst…
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127. Agency, Ads & The Open Internet / Suzanne Pellican
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Today I speak with Suzanne Pellican, Vice President of Ads User Experience at Google. In this role, she oversees a multidisciplinary team working to define and design user-centric, industry-leading experiences across Google Ads products, while keeping trust, usefulness, and relevance at the center. Beyond product efforts, Suzanne also sponsors WE, …
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126. Orienting Towards Wisdom, Beauty & Compassion In Turbulent Times / Jo Confino
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Today, I have the joy and privilege of being in conversation with Jo Confino, an executive coach, facilitator, journalist, sustainability expert and Zen mindfulness practitioner, whose work at the intersection of personal transformation and systems change has been an inspiration to me and to many, many others around the world. If you’ve followed Jo…
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125. Viticulture: Cultivating Connection, Ecosystem Health & Belonging / Antonio Graca
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In today’s conversation, I speak with Antonio Graça - Head of Research and Development at Sogrape Vinhos SA, a family run vineyard and business founded on the principles of circularity, renovation and transformation. Secretary for the Sustainable Development and Climate Change expert group of the International Organisation for Vine and Wine (Paris)…
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124. Big Tech, Personal Sovereignty & Resisting A Cashless Society / Brett Scott
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In this conversation, I speak with Brett Scott - an author, journalist, economic anthropologist and former financial broker. Writing on everything from the cashless society, fintech and cryptocurrency, to monetary reform, economic activism, and the politics of tech, Brett’s work has been published in The Guardian, Business Insider, New Scientist, H…
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123. Algorithmic Discrimination, AI Courts & The Digitisation Of Justice/ Giulia Gentile
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In today’s conversation, I speak with Giulia Gentile, Lecturer in Law at Essex Law School, previously Fellow in Law at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). Specialising in research on EU constitutional law, AI regulation and the use of AI in justice systems, Giulia holds a PhD and an LLM from King’s College London (KCL), and …
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122. Abundance, Diversity & Regeneration, In Agriculture & Beyond / Andrea Abad
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Today on the podcast, I speak with Andrea Abad, founder of Terra Viva Ibiza - a project that seeks to create a sustainable and healthy agricultural production system, based on the principles of agroecology, syntropy and regenerative agriculture. Having started her career in marketing for large corporations such as Apple and Exxon Mobil, after six y…
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121. On Leading With Presence, Compassion & Kindness / Thane Lawrie
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Today I speak with Thane Lawrie, an award-winning Chief Executive Officer, author and Buddhist practitioner. A graduate of the University of Aberdeen and University of Glasgow, Thane has had a diverse career which culminated in his leading and transforming a once struggling social enterprise, which went on to win numerous business awards both local…
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120. Love, Intellect & The Power To Invoke AI Experiences In Real Time / Jared Ficklin
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Today, I’m in conversation with Jared Ficklin - a designer and technologist with two decades of experience creating products and visions for major companies. An innovator by nature, he is always exploring new means for technological interaction and has a passion for unique interaction models - especially those involving interesting inputs and outpu…
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119. Purpose: Our Renewable, Adaptive Capacity In Challenging Times / Paul Skinner
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In today’s conversation, I speak with Paul Skinner, author and founder of the Agency of the Future, an organisation that helps clients to drive purpose-led change and better mobilise stakeholders for lasting success. His first book, Collaborative Advantage: How collaboration beats competition as a strategy for success, proposes that we have reached…
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