Welcome to the The Big Questions, a new podcast hosted by Simon Messenger and David Carlin delving into the policies, ideas, and technologies that will shape ou...
S01E12 - Is a circular economy possible? Guest - Vojtech Vosecky
In today's episode, David Carlin and Simon Messenger are diving deep into the circular economy, a critical shift from our current "make, take, and waste" linear model which is pushing our planet to its limits. The classic "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" mantra is more vital than ever, especially when considering that if everyone lived like the average American, we'd need five Earths to sustain our consumption. That's why widespread participation is key; it's not enough to redesign, remanufacture or revalue a few products or for a few to be environmentally conscious – everyone needs to do their part; everything needs to be reimagined. To guide us through this essential topic, we're thrilled towelcome Vojtech Vosecky, a.k.a. the Circular Economist and a leading voice in the field, offering invaluable insights into rethinking a sustainable, and circular, future. To find out more about his work, don’t hesitate to sign up to his excellent newsletter ‘The Loop’: https://circulareconomist.kit.com/theloop
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S01E11 - is the future of migration already here?
Humans have always migrated, sometimes by choice and sometimes by necessity. As the climate warms, our choices and reaction times will dwindle. Are we facing the movement of millions yearly, worldwide, or is this a regional issue? How should the global community adapt and prepare? And intriguingly, how many Australians might find themselves in France in the coming decades? Join our discussion on these pressing questions and how you, and decision-makers, can get ready for the future!
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S01E10 NEWS DIGEST - 13 March 2025
Join Simon and David as they break down this week's key climate change developments you might have missed.In this episode, they explore elections in North America*, France's new national adaptation plan, the impact of the military sector on emissions, some of the recent withdrawals from international climate funds and, lastly, some (hopefully) promising news from one of the world's largest carbon-intensive organisations.(* Canada, obviously!)
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S01E09 - Will carbon credits save us?
Struggling to focus on your work because your phone keeps pinging with notifications? Are carbon credits the equivalent of Instagram updates when it comes to climate action? A pretty, shiny but dangerous distraction which stops us from focusing on what's needed? Or could they be the essential global safety net we desperately need while emissions continue to rise?Simon and David clash on this controversial topic - one seeing carbon credits as dangerous greenwashing, the other as a crucial bridge to a sustainable future. Join them for a lively debate on whether carbon credits are doom, gloom, or the boom we need.
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S01E08 - DEEP DIVE - the future of sustainability in the U.S.?
Gutted environmental protections. Dismantled clean energy initiatives. Crippled federal climate regulations. Science agencies hollowed from within. International climate commitments abandoned like unwanted pets ... the question is simple: is sustainability in the USA on life support? Or has it already flatlined?The answer is a little more complex. Join David and Simon in this short deep-dive into the current state of affairs of the sustainability landscape in the USA in today's climate and why, despite the significant changes in environmental policies, there might still be reasons for cautious optimism. We hope!
Welcome to the The Big Questions, a new podcast hosted by Simon Messenger and David Carlin delving into the policies, ideas, and technologies that will shape our future.
Is there any hope in our fight again climate change? Will geoengineering save us? Is the world big enough? Are we doomed?
Ever asked yourself some big questions about climate change? We bring experts. And we bring answers, in a digestible format..
Join us for conversations that matter, insights that inspire, and solutions that could change everything.
It’s time to rethink the future.
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