Best World Wildlife Fund Podcasts (2024)

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Andrew Brown - East 72 | Fortune Favours the Family 32:56

4h ago32:56

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How do the world's richest families manage and grow their wealth? In this episode I'm joined by Andrew Brown, executive chair of East 72 Holdings, to discuss the unique characteristics and advantages of investing in companies controlled by wealthy dynasties. With over 40 years of experience in equity markets, Brown sheds light on why these companie…

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1MTN's Bamboo Revolution: Building Trust, Opportunities in African Voluntary Carbon Market 29:33

1h ago29:33

29:33

The keys to unlocking climate financing in Africa lie in the digitalisation of records and the rolling out of new financing products, said Anete Garoza, co-founder of 1MTN, a carbon credit developer focused on restoring degraded lands in Africa using bamboo. "We still see a huge investment gap in the climate financing," Garoza said. "And it's not b…

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A climate scientist explains recent heat records 26:35

4h ago26:35

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This has been a year of record temperatures across the globe. According to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), June 2024 was the warmest June on record and the 13th consecutive month of record-high temperatures. This follows news from the Copernicus Climate Change Service that we recently experienced a 12-month period in …

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Navigating Impact: Venturebeam's Journey to Fund the Future of Sustainable Innovation 33:44

10h ago33:44

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Venturebeam focuses on raising funds for impact-driven companies with substantial revenue and proven market fit, says its head, Oli Harris. Harris highlights the importance of self-awareness and small actions in making a significant impact and introduces Venture Impact Score. Venturebeam's first funding round was for Xocean, an Irish company develo…

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Breaking Waves Ep. 4: Corporate sustainability and the oceans 25:12

5h ago25:12

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What responsibility do global businesses have in conserving our oceans? In this episode, Johan is joined by Marika McCauley-Sine, Chief Sustainability Officer for Mars Petcare, WWF partner and the first global pet food company to publicly commit to sustainable seafood sourcing over 15 years ago. They discuss the challenges of responsible fish sourc…

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Gerald Epstein - Author of Busting the Bankers' Club: Finance for the Rest of Us 34:42

27m ago34:42

34:42

Ever wondered about the mysterious forces that shape our financial system? I'm joined by Gerald Epstein, author of 'Busting the Bankers Club: Finance for the Rest of Us,' to discuss the often-shadowy interplay between politics, economics, and the big banks. He explains how the 'Bankers Club'—a conglomerate of financial elites, politicians, and regu…

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Data-Driven Green: Gerald Leonard on Composing a Sustainable Future for Business 33:08

2d ago33:08

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With a background in music and project management, Gerald J. Leonard, CEO of Turnberry Premier, orchestrates a discussion on the critical role of data-driven processes in creating sustainable workplaces and reducing carbon footprints. "Your climate strategy is your business strategy today," Leonard stressed. Leonard shares insights on the importanc…

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Behind the scenes with a seaweed farmer 26:12

4d ago26:12

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Today’s episode features two people who recently teamed up to tell an important story. The topic? Seaweed farming. Seaweed has all sorts of amazing applications, from feeding people to livestock, and even as a replacement for some plastic packaging. Expanding its market share in those areas could reduce the world’s reliance on land- and energy-inte…

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Breaking Waves Ep. 3: The Geopolitics of Oceans 29:34

11d ago29:34

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In this episode of Breaking Waves, Johan interviews Admiral Tim Gallaudet to discuss the complex intersections of ocean health, maritime competition, and national security within the context of geopolitics. Key topics include his three-dimensional approach to ocean geopolitics—economic (blue economy), national security, and environmental conservati…

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Saving the black-footed ferrets of North America (and prairie dogs too!) 30:51

28d ago30:51

30:51

Black-footed ferrets are among the most endangered mammals in North America. These animals live in the prairies of the Great Plains, and only about 390 of them remain in the wild today. That’s actually up significantly from decades past, when they were once believed to be extinct. But big threats remain in the form of habitat loss and a non-native …

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Breaking Waves Ep. 2: How Marine Protected Areas can help communities and ecosystems 31:48

26d ago31:48

31:48

Welcome to Breaking Waves, a 6-episode limited series from WWF's Nature Breaking podcast. In this episode Johan Bergenas talks with Dr. Enric Sala, Explorer-in-Residence at National Geographic, and Dr. Gabby Ahmadia, WWF's VP of Area-Based Ocean Conservation on the ecological and economic benefits of well-managed Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Both…

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Biomaterials Revolution: Nature2Need's Quest for Negative Emission Plastics 34:03

27d ago34:03

34:03

Sid Kitisakkul from Nature2need discusses their mission to decarbonize the plastic industry by incorporating agricultural residues into the polymer, potentially achieving negative emissions. The company has been operational since 2017, with a production facility in China, producing 4,000 tons of decarbonized plastic raw material annually. They are …

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Environmental Justice and Climate Action Are Bound Together 28:10

1M ago28:10

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As we approach the upcoming Juneteenth holiday, today’s episode is about environmental justice. You’ve probably heard that term before, but in short, it refers to the notion that underserved and historically underrepresented communities with higher populations of black, indigenous, and other peoples of color, have born a disproportionate share of t…

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Compassiviste Unveiled: Starting To Change The World With Ali Horriyat 37:30

1M ago37:30

37:30

Ali Horriyat transformed from a top-tier capitalist to an activist founding Compassiviste, a movement advocating for systemic change through education and practical action. His journey began with a life-altering trip to Ecuador, leading to the relinquishment of his wealth and the pursuit of meaningful societal contributions. Compassiviste, structur…

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It's National Trail Week! Why we Have Trails, Outdoor Cats, and the Youth Conservation Team 55:57

1M ago55:57

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As Mike and Doug walk the trail at the Simpson Nature Preserve, they discuss the importance of trails and how they foster community connection and a respect for their local green spaces. Then they discuss the harry topic- outdoor cats and the damage they cause to local e ecosystems. Finally, we hear from members of our Youth Conservation Team on wh…

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Breaking Waves Ep. 1: AI for Oceans 27:55

2M ago27:55

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Welcome to Breaking Waves, a 6-episode limited series from WWF's Nature Breaking podcast. In this episode of Breaking Waves, WWF's Senior Vice President of Ocean Conservation, Johan Bergenas, talks with Bill Hilf, Chairman of the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence, about the progression and potential of AI for ocean conservation. Johan and…

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Revolutionising Materials: Arkio Unveils Robust Cellulose Monomaterial for a Sustainable Tomorrow 29:40

1M ago29:40

29:40

Arkio Industries pivoted from bioplastics to developing a sustainable monomaterial from cellulose. Founder Timo Haanpää highlights the material's flame resistance and aesthetic qualities, emphasizing the importance of design in sustainability. He discusses the company's strategy to produce high-quality, desirable products with a focus on circularit…

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Turning Air To Water With Aquaria's Brian Sheng 24:15

2M ago24:15

24:15

Aquaria, a technology company producing Atmospheric Water Generators, aims to make commonplace its innovation of creating clean drinking water out of thin air. "We have a very large vision, and that is to build Aquaria into a technology solution for water that one day at least we have the option actually to replace tap water," said founder and Chie…

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Wild Tigers: Decline, restoration, & how to sustain their comeback 30:42

2M ago30:42

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Today’s episode focuses on the latest efforts to conserve wild tigers. After a century of decline, tiger populations began to rebound in the last decade, growing from just 3,200 in 2010 to over 5,500 today. But tigers are still an endangered species. So what are the most important steps we can take to keep tiger populations trending upward? That wa…

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Introducing Breaking Waves 1:55

2M ago1:55

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Breaking Waves is a new 6-episode limited series that will run on the Nature Breaking feed throughout the summer of 2024. Join host Johan Bergenas, WWF's senior vice president for oceans, as he interviews outside experts on a range of ocean-related topics. You'll hear episodes about how we effectively manage marine protected areas, how new kinds of…

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The Amazon Rainforest: Celebrating 10 Years of ARPA for Life 22:44

2M ago22:44

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Today’s episode celebrates an important milestone: the 10th anniversary of the largest tropical forest conservation program on Earth. It’s called the Amazon Region Protected Areas Program for Life, or ARPA for Life, for short. And since 2014 it has helped provide the resources required to protect 150 million acres of the Brazilian Amazon, an area l…

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Chris Panagiotu - CAPitalize your finances | The Second Coming! 38:31

3M ago38:31

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Are you inadvertently sabotaging your financial future? It's a question that haunts many of us as we navigate the complexities of investing, saving, and planning for retirement. In the latest episode of our podcast, we delve into the world of finance with Chris Panagiotu, who returns to share his expertise and highlight the errors that could be der…

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Harvesting Hope: How HeavyFinance Is Cultivating a Greener Future 27:56

3M ago27:56

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HeavyFinance incentivizes farmers to adopt climate-friendly practices by providing financial support for the transition from conventional to regenerative farming. Founder Laimonas Noreika, with a background in FinTech, was inspired to start the company after learning about the financial challenges faced by farmers, he said in an interview on sideli…

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How Congress Can Protect Forests 29:52

3M ago29:52

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Today’s episode is about a piece of legislation currently pending in the US Congress that could make a big difference for global forest conservation: the FOREST Act. This bill would create new requirements and incentives for companies to ensure that the products they import into the US are not associated with illegal deforestation. This matters now…

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From Deserts To Dividends: Innovo's Martin Kelly Talks About Profits and Algae 32:10

3M ago32:10

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Martin Kelly from Innovo Network discusses the company's mission to halve global greenhouse gas emissions by promoting and deploying profitable clean technologies. "It is now actually technologically and profitably possible to achieve this reduction, but a huge amount has to happen in terms of the scale of the capital investment, and so on," Kelly …

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Plastic pollution is a problem. A new UN treaty could help. 38:09

3M ago38:09

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Ahead of Earth Day, today’s episode revisits a topic that we first covered in 2022 on this podcast: plastic pollution. Everyone knows that this issue has become a true crisis around the world. Our current system for recycling and reusing plastic products is broken, and far too much of the plastic we use in our lives ends up in our communities or in…

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Growing Beyond Gardens: The Global Impact of Native Plants with Garden for Wildlife 33:17

3M ago33:17

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Garden for Wildlife is an e-commerce business that simplifies the process of learning about and purchasing native plants for customers' yards. Founder Shubber Ali shares his personal journey from a career in management consulting to becoming passionate about gardening and the environment after reading a book called "Nature's Best Hope." This book h…

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Gary Brode - Deep Knowledge Investing | A Dearth of Mirth 42:23

3M ago42:23

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In this episode I'm joined by friend of the podcast Gary Brode for a rollercoaster ride through the whimsical world of finance, economics and monetary policy. Let's face it, the economy can be dry and complicated. But Gary manages to inject humour into the discussion while unravelling the intricacies of the Federal Reserve's decisions, Congressiona…

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S06 E05 Samantha Stephens - Science and Conservation Photographer 40:57

3M ago40:57

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This week we sit down with Samantha Stephens an award-winning science and conservation photographer and National Geographic Explorer. She uses her photography skills and compelling storytelling to communicate scientific research to highlight the work of conservationists in Canada. To see her work be sure to follow her at! https://www.instagram.com/…

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Luke Hallard & Krzysztof Piekarski - Wall Street Wildlife Bonus Episode 48:52

3M ago48:52

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This is a special bonus rebroadcast episode of predictions for 2024 from the hosts of the Wall Street Wildlife podcast Luke “The Badger” Hallard and Krzysztof “Monkey” Piekarski, lead Advisors at 7investing. They attempt to predict the future of interest rates, black swans, tech booms and busts, Bitcoin price by year-end, the tech companies with th…

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RE-RUN: Ending the Flow of Plastic Into Nature (2022) 24:41

4M ago24:41

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NOTE: This episode originally ran in September of 2022. In this episode, Erin Simon, WWF’s head of plastic waste and business, explains the scale of the plastic pollution crisis and why it matters for both people and nature. She dives into the factors driving this crisis (5:42) and discusses how companies and individuals can help address it (9:12).…

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March: It's All about the Bees (and NOT the Honey Bees) 57:13

4M ago57:13

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In this episode tells us all about our native bees and we dive into the 'controversial' subject of Honey bees also. Doug also discusses what you can do with your landscapes this month. Enjoy! Brought to you by Gina Dubell-Smith's Designed2Sell Team eXp RealtyBy Doug Gilbert and Mike Meldon

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Revolutionizing Spaces: Gregory Dewerpe Aims To Change The Future of Construction and Real Estate with A/O 27:12

4M ago27:12

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Gregory Dewerpe, the founder of A/O, a venture capital firm, talks about his company's focus on "positively transforming" the built world, which includes real estate and construction. A/O, launched in 2020, is the largest VC firm in Europe and globally in this sector. The company invests in various solutions, including satellite companies and AI, t…

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S06 E04 - Peter Simons - Chief Park Naturalist at Algonquin Provincial Park 44:58

4M ago44:58

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On this episode we chat with Peter Simons. Peter works for Ontario Parks as the Chief Park Naturalist out of the Algonquin Provincial Park Nature Center! Peter talks about his experiences working in a popular provincial park as well as shares tips and tricks to land an environmental career. Check out our website! Home (el4biodiversity.ca) Follow us…

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This US Law Has Been Protecting Tropical Forests for 25 Years 22:13

4M ago22:13

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Today’s episode marks International Day of Forests (March 21) by celebrating the 25th anniversary of a little-known but important US law: the Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act, or TFCCA. At its core, the TFCCA was designed to facilitate debt-for-nature swaps, which enable developing countries to restructure the debt they owe to the US…

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Luke Hallard & Krzysztof Piekarski - 7investing | Wall St Wildlife 43:41

4M ago43:41

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I'm joined in this episode by the dynamic duo from 7Investing Luke Hallard & Krzysztof Piekarski who also host the Wall Street Wildlife podcast. They're here to guide us through the treacherous yet rewarding terrain of the stock market with their "Ten Laws of the Investing Jungle." Today, we delve into five of these critical laws, revealing the wis…

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Cutting Down on Carbon in Concrete, with Alex Hall from Concrete.ai 33:17

5M ago33:17

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Concrete is one of the most widely used and important materials in the world. It is essential for building infrastructure, improving human development, and providing shelter. However, it also has a huge environmental impact, as it accounts for about 8% of the global CO2 emissions due to the use of cement, its main ingredient. But what if there was …

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How a Coalition of Tech Companies & NGOs are Working to Stop Online Wildlife Crime 44:37

5M ago44:37

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This week we’re marking World Wildlife Day by exploring one of the key issues threatening global species: wildlife crime and the sale of wildlife products online. It’s a big problem. Over 15,000 African elephants are killed every year for their ivory. Roughly three rhinos are killed every day in South Africa alone for their horns. And tigers are ca…

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Todd Wenning - Flyover Stocks | Moats, Management and Value 33:27

5M ago33:27

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In this episode I chat with Todd Wenning, a seasoned investment professional with experience at Ensemble Capital, Morningstar, and the Motley Fool about some of the most critical aspects of successful investing: moats, management, and buying companies at the right price. We based this conversation on this Venn diagram that Todd published on X (Twit…

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Saving Pandas (and the Planet) with Jana Budkovskaja from Beamline 30:03

5M ago30:03

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With international actions on halting climate change showing no signs of progress, the mission to save the planet and the environment has been left to startups, said Jana Budkovskaja, the head of Beamline Accelerator. "That's why I'm here — because I truly believe that these are the only ones who can save, only startups. All the, in a good way, cra…

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Food Waste is a Climate Issue. Here’s How Congress Could Help. 19:14

5M ago19:14

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Food waste is a major contributor to the climate and nature crises. And food date labels are fueling the problem. Right now consumers might see upwards of 50 different terms used on food items: Use By, Sell By, Best By, etc. Confusion caused by this patchwork of terms leads many people to simply throw out food that may still be perfectly good to ea…

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How to Use AI and Programming Language to Heal Yourself (and the World) 39:47

5M ago39:47

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Leo Treadwell, a visionary who has developed an organic intelligence language model, shares his story, his insights, and his tips on how to use AI and programming language to heal yourself and the world. Treadwell is the founder of the Organic Intelligence Language Model, a system that uses artificial intelligence and natural language to understand…

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S06 E03 Zachary Sherker 44:42

5M ago44:42

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Today we are hanging out with Zachary Sherker! Zach is a PhD candidate at the University of British Columbia in the Pacific Salmon Ecology and Conservation Lab. He is investigating how small scale barriers affect salmon migration in BC. To know more about the UBC Pacific Salmon Ecology & Conservation Lab their work, and available opportunities chec…

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