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Conversations with social change practitioners about the journey of personal transformation and social transformation. Interviews include organizers, faith leaders, activists, non-profit founders, social entrepreneurs, and more. Host, Kamara Rose.
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I believe in words, they have a force and power, strong enough to change destinies. This Podcast features Original Thoughts from the 9 Books Authored by me. These books can be found on Kindle. The initial book featured here is “Tiny Pathways”. This is followed by my other books “Simple Perceptions”, “Nobody Speaks To Me”, “My Mirror”, “New Clouds”, “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Wide Canvas” & “The Starburst”. The words flow in this Podcast will help all Discover new Perspectives, Enjoy Gr ...
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Get informed, get inspired, and get empowered to make more animal and eco friendly choices. The Forces for Nature podcast celebrates people who are doing great things in sustainability, conservation, and animal-related issues. We bring you uplifting stories of these everyday heroes; their trials and triumphs; and how they find the motivation to keep going. You’ll leave feeling hopeful, prepped with actionable tips that answer your question, “But what can I possibly do,” so that you, too, can ...
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Ethical Hour's Changemaker Chats podcast brings you inspiring conversations with impact entrepreneurs, everyday activists and changemakers from around the world, who are tackling social and environmental issues and working hard to make the world a better place through the power of small business. You'll hear stories from the front line of social justice, sustainability and triple bottom line businesses. Tune in for inspiring interviews and cutting edge conversations with the world’s leading ...
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Alex Daniels from Transition Dundee about gleaning, fair access to fresh food and his favourite glut-busting recipes. Transcript See our website: https://sccan.scot/blog/everyday-changemakers-alex-transition-dundee/ Credits Interview, recording and sound production: Kaska Hempel Resources Register for 1000 B…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 52nd episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Wide Canvas” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "Op…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 51st episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Wide Canvas” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "Op…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 50th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "W…
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Conserving land doesn't have to be all or nothing. We don't have to choose between setting aside whole tracks of forests to protect them or cutting them all down for economic development. Laurie Wayburn, the co-founder and president of Pacific Forest Trust, has found a middle ground. Since 1993, Pacific Forest Trust has transformed over 350,000 acr…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 49th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "W…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 48th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "W…
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Bonnie Monteleone is the Founder & Director of Science, Research, and Academic Partnerships of the Plastic Ocean Project (POP) whose mission is finding science-based solutions to the global plastic pollution crisis. In 2019, she was working on a documentary about the North Atlantic Ocean. However, its plot quickly went from one about a complex, imp…
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Paul and Chloe about making dreams come true and turning the forgotten patch of land into a safe place for community connection and play. The story is the last one in the five-part Dumfries series of Everyday Changemakers. Transcript See our website: https://sccan.scot/blog/everyday-changemakers-paul-and-chl…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 47th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "W…
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Martin O’Neill from The Stove network about coming home and creative placemaking with his community. The story is the fourth in a five-part Dumfries series of Everyday Changemakers. Transcript See our website: https://sccan.scot/blog/everyday-changemakers-martin-the-stove/ Credits Interview, recording and so…
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In a time where our planet's health is at the forefront of global discussions, understanding the intricacies of climate change is not just beneficial; it's imperative. Bryce Coon is the Director of Education Initiatives at Earthday.org and a passionate advocate for embedding climate literacy within our educational systems. He plays a central role i…
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Rachel Cooper of The Crichton Trust about taking large strides and small steps in their journey towards their zero carbon future teeming with life. The story is the third in a five-part Dumfries series of Everyday Changemakers. Transcript See our website: https://sccan.scot/blog/everyday-changemakers-rachel-…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 46th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "W…
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Tom Burns, Marketing Officer from Shax, about the circular economy with a heart. The story is the second in a five-part Dumfries series of Everyday Changemakers. Transcript See our website: https://sccan.scot/blog/everyday-changemakers-tom-burns-shax/ Credits Interview, recording and sound production: Kaska …
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Our disconnection from nature has never been greater and this is resulting in not only a crisis for our planet but for our own well-being too. Ciara Byrne, the founder of Green Our Planet, has been using school gardens to help bridge this disconnect. Through her organization, these green spaces are more than just a cool project—they're a way to tea…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 45th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "W…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 44th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "W…
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Sally Hinchcliffe, a founding member of Cycling Dumfries. The story is the first in a five-part Dumfries series of Everyday Changemakers. Transcript See our website: https://sccan.scot/blog/everyday-changemakers-sally-hinchcliff-cycling-dumfries/ Credits Interview, recording and sound production: Kaska Hempe…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 43rd episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 9 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways”, "W…
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Dell McCLurg of the Merkinch Community Council reflects on turning life's challenges into local activism and the creation of the community's Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. The story is the final in a 5-part series of weekly interviews with a variety of grassroots organisations involved in climate, biodiversity and social justice action across Inver…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 42nd episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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There's magic in nature and all of us. T. A. Barron integrates this belief into his life as a bestselling author, conservationist, and host of the Magic & Mountains podcast. But, it's his work honoring young changemakers with the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, that really proves this notion to be true. These individuals are making significan…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 41st episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 40th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 39th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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Jon Dixon from the new Holm Grown and Maria from Knocknagael CIC talk about shielding their green spaces from the wave of urban sprawl in Inverness. The story is the 4th in a 5-part series of weekly interviews with a variety of grassroots organisations involved in climate, biodiversity and social justice action across Inverness. Transcript See our …
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 38th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 37th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 36th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “Open Windows” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “New Clouds”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 35th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Gina and Mike at Aultnaskiach Dell about the ways they have been taking care of their tiny, urban woodland. The story is the 3rd in a 5-part series of weekly interviews with a variety of grassroots organisations involved in climate, biodiversity and social justice action across Inverness. Transcript See our …
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We all know that plastics have become a problem, but there's even more to it than the litter you see thrown on the ground. Dr. Roopa Krithivasan is the Director of Research for Defend Our Health, an environmental health and justice organization. They recently released a report titled Hidden Hazards: The Chemical Footprint of a Plastic Bottle which …
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 34th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 33rd episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Everyday Changemaker Louise Marshall, the producer for Dance and Accessible Arts at Eden Court in Inverness. The story is the 2nd in a 5-part series of weekly interviews with a variety of grassroots organisations involved in climate, biodiversity and social justice action across Inverness. Transcript See our…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 32nd episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 31st episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Iain McKenzie, a volunteer and Vice Chair of Inverness Foodstuff. The story is first in a 5-part series of weekly interviews with a variety of grassroots organisations involved in climate, biodiversity and social justice action across Inverness. Transcript See our website: https://sccan.scot/blog/everyday-ch…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 30th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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In this crossover episode, Katie Revell, a podcast producer and a member of SCCAN's Story Circle and the Storytellers Collective, shares a bonus episode from her Testing Ground podcast series. It features an interview with Mairi Macleod, a Glasgow-based writer who works in both Gaelic and English, and her short story, Seasickness, or Cur na mara. M…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 29th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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First, the tadpoles and frogs disappeared; then the bats and the songbirds left. Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn, a honey bee veterinarian and environmental health scientist, soon realized the bees—the vital pollinators of fruits, plants, and vegetables—were dying. Everything went still and silent. In 2017, after a large flood, most of the teeming life on he…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 28th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 27th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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"What did you love in this Episode" Welcome to the 26th episode of this podcast. Today I am going to present 3 Original Thoughts from my book “New Clouds” for you to ponder upon. This book is one among the 8 books with thoughts presented as “Simple Perceptions”, "Nobody Speaks To Me", “My Mirror", “Open Windows”, “Our Horizons”, “Tiny Pathways” & "…
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Our SCCAN intern, Madeleine Scobie, interviews three more people from Arran Eco Savvy. During her visit to Arran, she talked to Jess Wallace, Sustainable Food Coordinator and Nikki Harris, Eco Savvy shop manager. She also spoke with Stuart Wallace, ebike mechanic, online in October. Transcript See our website: https://sccan.scot/blog/everyday-chang…
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The recent COP28 climate change conference concluded with mixed feelings from many stakeholders. Despite this, a noteworthy optimistic takeaway was the emphasis by top scientists on the urgent need to prioritize the protection and restoration of wild ecosystems within global climate strategies, highlighting the necessity of biodiversity conservatio…
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Hollis, a volunteer involved in Dundee’s Wee Forest project. The story is the final in a 5-part series of weekly interviews with members of Dundee Community Garden Network (Grow Dundee) recorded this June, and an audio tour exploring the meaning and impact of community gardening. You can find a draft of the …
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Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Harold, one of the core volunteers running Fruit Bowls Community Garden. The story is the fourth in a 5-part series of weekly interviews with members of Dundee Community Garden Network (Grow Dundee) recorded this June, and an audio tour exploring the meaning and impact of community gardening. You can find a …
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