Better Beings

Better Beings
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Better humans, better business, better planet A podcast bringing ideas for happier, more balanced and fulfilling lives.  The Better Beings Podcast brings together innovative and diverse thinkers to discuss the key challenges facing humanity - from the worlds of business, creativity, spirituality and wider society. We believe that a more human approach will unlock the future we need. Kinder connection - to ourselves and each other - is the starting point.  Better Beings is a home for diversity of thought and backgrounds and a safe space for authentic and challenging perspectives.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 17/06/2025

    A New Economy with Nadia Woodhouse

    Nadia Woodhouse is an incredible human. She is leader of EY’s New Economy Unit - which focuses on the long-term, systemic shifts to a new, regenerative economy. In this wonderful conversation we discuss indigenous wisdom, leadership and how a reimagined approach to business and economics can support human and planetary thriving. We also discuss better ways to engage people to move in different directions - experiences not PowerPoint! This is one of our favourite episodes yet and is a fitting way to end season 3. We’ll be back soon ❤️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min

  2. 11/06/2025

    Building Community with Jonathan Brandling-Harris

    Leadership lessons from sport and business with the legendary Jonathan Brandling-Harris. Former rugby star Jonathan is the founder of one of the world’s only B-Corp certified real estate firms and builds community and humanity into the heart of his business. In this episode we discuss how life lessons have led him to be an authentic leader of his company and community. (Apologies for the slightly sub-standard audio on MJ’s microphone 🎤 in this episode - technical gremlins 👹). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min

  3. 30/04/2025

    Over Work with Brigid Schulte

    What if work worked? Why has workaholism become a badge of honour? Journalist and author Brigid Schulte joins us for an uplifting conversation about our broken system and offers inspiration for a hopeful way forward. https://www.brigidschulte.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min

  4. 08/04/2025

    Creativity and Connection with Ilan Eshkeri

    Ilan Eshkeri is an award winning composer known for his concert music, film scores and artist collaborations - linked by his love of emotional narratives. In this super enjoyable episode we discuss the power of music and storytelling, authenticity and human connection in a world of AI and automation. We also explore the creative process, the power of purpose and the importance of taking care of our home planet 🌍 This episode was recorded live at London’s famous Metropolis Studios - thank you to Glenn Herweijer for having us ❤️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min

  5. 13/03/2025

    Moments that Matter with Karl Burns

    Karl Burns is a leadership coach and board advisor who is passionate about inner development, human and planetary flourishing. In this moving and enlightening episode we discuss Karl's journey from a council estate in East London to prestigious institutions such as Oxford University and leading global corporations.   Karl shares how he overcame the profound loss of his family home through the kindness and solidarity of community. We discuss unity and male friendships at a time of division and toxic masculinity and reflect on the good and the bad of life in big business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min

  6. 29/01/2025

    Compassionate Enquiry with Malcolm Stern

    Our guest on this meaningful episode is Malcolm Stern, psychotherapist, leadership coach and host of the Slay Your Dragons with Compassion podcast. He is also the former director and co-founder of Alternatives – a world renowned platform for leading spiritual teachers and alternative thinking. Malcolm shares his experience of overcoming personal tragedy and adversity. We also get into the evolution of leadership, psychedelics, ceremonies, rituals and ego death 🙌 Slay your Dragons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min

  7. 15/01/2025

    Learning by Nature with Louisa Harris

    Louisa Harris is a force of nature. In this enlightening conversation we explore how wisdom from the natural world provides tools for leadership and change. We discuss community building and the drivers of creativity plus burnout, growth and collapse as well as what “heart centred” leadership actually means in practice. Also listen out for a guest appearance from our producer Elliot Fisher ❤️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min

  8. 19/12/2024

    Mindful Leadership with Helen Sieroda

    Do big businesses need to fail and be replaced by better ones? Psychology and management guru Helen Sieroda joins us to discuss the evolution of leadership. In this mind-expanding episode on being we explore empathy, burnout, toxic leadership traits and narcissism. Wild Geese 🪿 by Mary Oliver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
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Better humans, better business, better planet A podcast bringing ideas for happier, more balanced and fulfilling lives.  The Better Beings Podcast brings together innovative and diverse thinkers to discuss the key challenges facing humanity - from the worlds of business, creativity, spirituality and wider society. We believe that a more human approach will unlock the future we need. Kinder connection - to ourselves and each other - is the starting point.  Better Beings is a home for diversity of thought and backgrounds and a safe space for authentic and challenging perspectives.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Better Beings
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Better Beings
  • Show Website
    Better Beings