Toads and Butterflies

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Welcome to Toads and Butterflies: a podcast about the difficult emotions, conversations and experiences that most of us would probably rather avoid. I’ve spent much of my life trying to create ease: smoothing over tension, keeping the peace and attempting to make discomfort disappear.  More recently, I’ve become curious about what might be lost when we move away from it too quickly - and what we might discover if we can stay with it for just a little longer. I’m Olivia Sibony, co-founder of Impact Amplified and I'm on mission to support the collective movement to transition from extractive to generative business, with authenticity and connection at its heart.  Find out more about me here: https://www.impactamplified.co.uk/ and here https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliviasibony

  1. Sep 24

    Cat Totty on the nature, qualities and richness of discomfort

    Welcome to Toads and Butterflies—a podcast about the difficult emotions, conversations and experiences that most of us would probably rather avoid. I’ve spent much of my life trying to create ease: smoothing over tension, keeping the peace and attempting to make discomfort disappear.  More recently, I’ve become curious about what might be lost when we move away from it too quickly—and what we might discover if we can stay with it for just a little longer. For the first episode of this new season, I’m joined by CEO and co-founder coach Cat Totty. Together, we explore why an experience that feels tolerable—or even exciting—to one person can feel deeply uncomfortable to another. What happens when our head and our gut seem to be saying different things?  Can we trust what we call instinct?  How do we approach a difficult conversation without turning it into a confrontation?  And what do we do when we find the courage to have that conversation—but nothing changes? This is a conversation about the many different shapes discomfort can take, and what might become visible when we begin to pay attention to it.   With special thanks to Cat Totty https://www.cattotty.com/ for the interview and to Shane Ivers for the music https://www.silvermansound.com/

  2. 06/05/2025

    Three Horizons Panel recording Bill Sharpe, Apolline Roger Client Earth, Likumbi Kapihya WWF, Olivia Sibony Impact Amplified

    This conversation explores the Three Horizons framework as a tool for futures thinking and innovation, emphasizing its application in various contexts such as conservation, legal frameworks, and policy shifts. Panelists share their experiences and insights on how the framework empowers teams, fosters agency, and facilitates meaningful conversations about the future. The discussion highlights the importance of balancing short-term and long-term visions while navigating complex challenges in today's world. takeaways The Three Horizons framework democratizes futures thinking. Engaging with the Three Horizons can spark innovative conversations. Empowerment through language is key in using the Three Horizons. The framework helps in visualizing and navigating complex futures. Collaboration and collective intelligence are essential for transformation. Three Horizons can be a 'gateway drug' to deeper futures practices. Understanding different perspectives enhances policy discussions. The framework supports both individual and collective agency. Practical applications of Three Horizons lead to tangible outcomes. Leadership buy-in is crucial for successful implementation. titles Navigating the Future with Three Horizons Empowering Change through Futures Thinking Sound Bites "It gave us a form of compassion." "It's a collective tool." "Just start using it." Chapters 00:00Introduction to the Three Horizons Framework 03:23Panelist Experiences with Three Horizons 16:19Exploring Policy Shifts and Agency 27:08Balancing Short-term and Long-term Visions 38:18Tips for Getting Started with Three Horizons 43:16Closing Reflections and Future Steps   -----------------------------------------------------------------   At Impact Amplified, we support you and your team to build your Future Consciousness muscle and dance with uncertainty.  We support you to understand the context you operate in, build allies in meaningful places and hone in on the tangible actions you can take that will shift the dial.  We inspire leaders to step into their true power, so they can effect change and create a legacy they can be proud of.  You can see our programmes here and you can contact Olivia directly liv@impactamplified.co.uk to find out more.

  3. 06/05/2025

    Three Horizons overview - AI enabled version of Bill Sharpe, Apolline Roger ClientEarth, Likumbi Kapihya WWF and Olivia Sibony Impact Amplified

    This is an AI transcribed summary of a panel session exploring Three Horizons and its applications and tips, featuring Bill Sharpe, Apolline Roger from ClientEarth, Likumbi Kapihya from WWF and Olivia Sibony from Impact Amplified.  --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- At Impact Amplified, we support you and your team to build your Future Consciousness muscle and dance with uncertainty.  We support you to understand the context you operate in, build allies in meaningful places and hone in on the tangible actions you can take that will shift the dial.  We inspire leaders to step into their true power, so they can effect change and create a legacy they can be proud of.  You can see our programmes here and you can contact Olivia directly liv@impactamplified.co.uk to find out more.

  4. 05/27/2025

    Sung-Hyui Park: a how-to guide to rebalance power dynamics

    Brought to you by Olivia Sibony at Impact Amplified.  At Impact Amplified, we support you and your team to build your Future Consciousness muscle and dance with uncertainty.  We support you to understand the context you operate in, build allies in meaningful places and hone in on the tangible actions you can take that will shift the dial.  We inspire leaders to step into their true power, so they can effect change and create a legacy they can be proud of.  You can see our programmes here and you can contact Olivia directly liv@impactamplified.co.uk to find out more.  ------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, I interview Sung-Hyui Park, Partner at the Law Firm Bates Wells. She uses her power and influence in law, to redress power imbalances: she advises on investment and contractual terms that aim to be pragmatic, equitable and mindful of the wider goals and mandates. aiming for the  “best of all worlds”.  In our conversation, we explore the practical ways in which contracts can incentivise and empower all parties to succeed. We delve into some uncomfortable truths around business as usual, as well as exploring the pressure points that can catalyse significant systemic shifts for the organisations involved, as well as the wider stakeholder groups.  As is a theme for us at the moment, we explore ways in which meaningful collaboration is key to unlocking long term value and business opportunities that bring a multiplier effect.  I never thought I’d utter these words, but this conversation with Sung-Hyui (“hair”) Park made me seriously consider shifting my career to retraining as a lawyer, when I understood the significant impact law can have as a tool in service of society.   You can read more about the Equalising Deal Terms project here. ------------------------------------------------------------- With special thanks to Gareth Jones, mix engineer, to Marie Jessel, producer, to Raj Samuel, creative director, and to Shane Ivers for the music.

  5. 05/16/2025

    Sung-Hyui Park extract of balance and power

    Snippet of Olivia Sibony's interview with Sung-Hyui Park describing how to go about addressing power imbalances in a way that is specific and meaningful.

  6. 05/01/2025

    Simon Lewis: the unexpected joys of taking a risk

    In this episode, I interview Simon Lewis, Corporate Partner at the law firm Barbners, in Manchester. As chair of Brabners' sustainability and environmental group, Simon is an advocate for the role of the legal sector in sustainability.  In our conversation, we explore how his desire to go beyond simple charitable giving and carbon offsetting, led to a multitude of co-benefits: Within the law firm For their clients,  And for the wider social and environmental ecosystem all around them  Before long, the measure of their success was far beyond carbon. His curiosity and courage to try something different, has led to a deep mindset shift which continues to have ripples beyond what they could have ever imagined.  I hope this conversation inspires you to embrace your curiosity and take action in an unexpected place.  You can find out more here about the collaboration with Kingsdale Farm  ------------------------------------------------------------- Brought to you by Olivia Sibony at Impact Amplified.  At Impact Amplified, we support you and your team to apply a sustainability lens in the context of your business. The focus is on understanding the context you operate in, and then honing on a tangible action you can take. By collaborating with us, you will know what next step you can take, and how to go about putting that into practice, both through individual and through collective action.  You will see that the little things we do in business can unlock a big impact. Our goal is to inspire you to see the power you hold, to effect change.  You can see our programmes here and you can contact Olivia directly liv@impactamplified.co.uk to find out more.  With special thanks to Gareth Jones, mix engineer, to Marie Jessel, producer, to Raj Samuel, creative director, and to Shane Ivers for the music.

  7. 03/28/2025

    3H Soundbites: Sarah Aird Mash - A future where AI and Human Creativity Flourish in simbiosis

    In this mini soundbite series,  Sarah Aird Mash shares her vision of a future where  AI and Human Creativity Flourish in simbiosis.  We use the Three Horizons framework to explore a hopeful future and what we can do to work towards it.

  8. 03/26/2025

    Manon Obarowski: The collaborative and pragmatic approach to systems change

    In this episode, I interview Manon Obarowski, a programme manager specialising in multi-stakeholder projects. She shares insights from a twin-city partnership between Strasbourg in France and Kampala in Uganda, tackling youth employment, social inclusion, conservation, and urban planning.  Collaboration lies at the heart of Manon’s work. Here we explore how a collaboration evolved, its challenges, and the tools that helped align diverse stakeholders, to ensure the outcomes were far greater than the reach of any stakeholder working in silos. I hope this conversation inspires you to lean into the grey and embrace complexity, to create change far beyond what you imagined possible. ------------------------------------------------------------- Brought to you by Olivia Sibony at Impact Amplified.  At Impact Amplified, we support you and your team to apply a sustainability lens in the context of your business. The focus is on understanding the context you operate in, and then honing on a tangible action you can take. By collaborating with us, you will know what next step you can take, and how to go about putting that into practice, both through individual and through collective action.  You will see that the little things we do in business can unlock a big impact. Our goal is to inspire you to see the power you hold, to effect change.  You can see our programmes here and you can contact Olivia directly liv@impactamplified.co.uk to find out more.  With special thanks to Gareth Jones, mix engineer, to Marie Jessel, producer, to Raj Samuel, creative director, and to Shane Ivers for the music.

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Welcome to Toads and Butterflies: a podcast about the difficult emotions, conversations and experiences that most of us would probably rather avoid. I’ve spent much of my life trying to create ease: smoothing over tension, keeping the peace and attempting to make discomfort disappear.  More recently, I’ve become curious about what might be lost when we move away from it too quickly - and what we might discover if we can stay with it for just a little longer. I’m Olivia Sibony, co-founder of Impact Amplified and I'm on mission to support the collective movement to transition from extractive to generative business, with authenticity and connection at its heart.  Find out more about me here: https://www.impactamplified.co.uk/ and here https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliviasibony

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  • Creator
    Oliviasibony
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
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