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

The Know Show – war, will it ever end? Because it must

21 days ago 2h 2m

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 follow

The Know Show – our longevity obsession, does it make sense?

Mar 22nd, 2024 1h 54m

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 o

The Know Show – it’s all getting a bit cray cray

Mar 1st, 2024 1h 19m

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 p

The Know Show – where is all the love?

Feb 16th, 2024 1h 29m

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 celebrat

The Know Show – misinformation, disinformation, we have a problem

Feb 2nd, 2024 1h 39m

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%

Climate Courage: Cop28, plus end of year wrap-up

Dec 15th, 2023 1h 39m

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

It’s our shared responsibility to act - with Mohammad Ali Jinnah

Dec 8th, 2023 14m 32s

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. Pakist

The Know Show – a look back on 2023, what a year

Dec 8th, 2023 1h 43m

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 li

#Its4U - Fighting for the future of the Masai and all of Africa - with Kaaka Issac

Dec 7th, 2023 30m 55s

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 advoca

#Its4U - Artists see connections where other’s see chaos - with Sveinung Nygaard

Dec 6th, 2023 27m 1s

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

#Its4U - It’s for me, it’s for you, it’s for everyone - with Sadaf Khalid

Dec 5th, 2023 24m 46s

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 w

#Its4U - Support grassroots women’s organisations, with SirCollins Manyasi

Dec 5th, 2023 16m 43s

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

#Its4U - Be like the hummingbird, with Timothy Ndgewa

Dec 4th, 2023 17m 17s

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

#Its4U - Education is everything, with Inger-Mette Stenseth

Dec 2nd, 2023 36m 14s

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

Climate Courage: sharks and ocean health

Dec 1st, 2023 1h 9m

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

#Its4U - The antidote to Cop28 with Dr. David Ko and Richard Busellato

Dec 1st, 2023 34m 2s

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

The Know Show – things are hotting up, we need to cool down

Nov 24th, 2023 1h 35m

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

Climate Courage: become a sustainability warrior at work

Nov 17th, 2023 46m 46s

Do you want to drive meaningful change while doing your job, so you can contribute to the global crisis humanity is facing? Are you willing to look at the opportunities you can embrace to drive change and create awareness in your organization?

The Know Show – coping with overwhelm in a time of madness

Nov 10th, 2023 1h 24m

The news is intense, and many are switching off, unable to cope. The daily reminder of suffering hurts the soul and infects us with fear for the future. What will happen next? Will it boil up and consume us all, turning into World War III? And

Climate Courage: why equality is critical

Nov 3rd, 2023 1h 23m

Twelve months ago, a UN Report stated that achieving equality could take nearly 300 years if the current rate of progress continues. In the study, it was revealed “how gender disparities are worsening in the face of “cascading” global crises –

The Know Show – without peace, do we have a future?

Oct 27th, 2023 1h 35m

Welcome back after a short break from The Know Show, and this week we’re going to tackle a big topic - how can we secure our future if we cannot secure peace? Were you aware that we have as much war and unrest today as we did before World War T

Australia’s Referendum, The Voice – what’s it all about?

Oct 6th, 2023 1h 5m

Welcome to a unique show, where three special guests will help me understand what is going on in Australia, as it builds towards it’s referendum aka The Voice. Australians are being asked to vote for an alteration to the Australian Constitution

The Know Show – let’s talk about China

Sep 29th, 2023 1h 33m

As we are all based in Asia, we have access to a perspective on China that is rarely reflected in the global media, especially if it’s from the Northern Hemisphere. This means we see a lack of balance presented in the media, as well as by polit

Climate Courage: get prepared for extreme heat

Sep 22nd, 2023 1h 7m

Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has finally called the start of El Nino, even though the US’s NOAA claimed it started a few months ago. The BOM’s announcement, combined with a positive Indian Ocean Dipole, means in the coming months, th