The No Nonsense Sustainability Podcast

Ildiko Almasi Simsic

No fluff. Just real talk. Tired of jargon-filled panels and sustainability spin? So are we. Hosted by industry expert Ildiko Almasi Simsic, The No Nonsense Sustainability Podcast lifts the hood on today’s sustainability talk to expose what’s real, what’s greenwash, and what actually works in the field. Each time, we invite real practitioners—not just theorists—to break down a sustainability buzzword, explain it in plain English (or so even our moms can understand), and share what it looks like in practice. If it gets too fluffy, we hit the buzzer. Literally. Whether you're a sustainability professional, a curious citizen, or someone just trying to understand what “circularity” or “stakeholder engagement” really means, this show will give you the insight—and honesty—you’ve been missing. 🎙️ Expect real conversations on: Community engagement, supply chains, and watchdogsAI’s role in climate and environmental decision-makingCircular economy case studies and what makes them real vs greenwashWhat works on the ground—not just on paperSolo episodes, mini explainers, and interviews with the people doing the hard work of sustainability. No filler. No green-glossed nonsense. Just thoughtful, bold, and buzzer-ready conversation. #NoFluff #RealTalk #TNNSP

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  1. Episode 22

    S2 EP22 What is a Health Impact Assessment? with Ben Cave

    Did you know that 1 in 4 global deaths are preventable by correcting environmental factors? When it comes to sustainability, human health isn't a separate issue—it’s right at the center of how we design our policies, projects, and environments. In this episode of The No Nonsense Sustainability Podcast, host Ildiko sits down with global HIA authority and past president of the IAIA, Ben Cave. Alongside his co-editors Francesca Viliani and Mirko Winkler, Ben has just published the definitive textbook for the industry: the Handbook of Health Impact Assessment. We cut through the academic jargon to deliver a highly practical discussion on what it actually takes to build healthier, more equitable systems. What we cover in this episode: The true determinants of health: Why our wellbeing is shaped far more by our environments than by healthcare systems alone.Integrating HIA into ESIA: How health fits into the broader Environmental and Social Impact Assessment framework.A career in impact assessment: Practical advice on how to build expertise and become a recognized health impact professional.The Handbook: Why this comprehensive guide was published Open Access and how you can use it in your daily work.Links & Resources: Download the Handbook for FREE: https://www.e-elgar.com/shop/gbp/handbook-of-health-impact-assessment-9781035328604.htmlNote from the host: We keeping things entirely transparent here—this episode was recorded in two takes, which means a small continuity error snuck into the final edit. Think you can spot it? Head over to our social channels and let us know where we slipped up!

    S2 EP22 What is a Health Impact Assessment? with Ben Cave

  2. Season 2 Trailer

    Season 2 of The No Nonsense Sustainability Podcast with Ildiko Almasi Simsic

    Lenders hide behind bureaucracy. Developers hide behind budgets. Advocates hide behind ideals. In a multi-billion-dollar world of ESG, sustainability, and mega-infrastructure, we have built a massive, expensive fortress of paperwork while real-world impacts get left behind. Welcome to Season 2 of The No Nonsense Sustainability Podcast, hosted by frontline E&S practitioner and author Ildiko Almasi Simsic. This season, we are stripping the international development industry down to its absolute foundations. No corporate fluff, no sanitized PR scripts, and no macro slogans allowed. We tackle the structural realities, social risks, and operational crises of global capital allocation—ranging from the high-stakes sands of futuristic megaprojects and the chaos of permitting in fragile, un-governed states, to deep-dives into modern impact accounting, diversity frameworks, and frontline human safety. Every episode kicks off with our signature 60-Second Buzzword Challenge. Our guests—including the literal godfathers of international disciplines, global banking executives, and frontline human rights defenders—have exactly one minute to explain their work in plain, conversational English. If they slip into academic boilerplate or institutional jargon, Bob the Buzzer strikes. No exceptions. New episodes drop bi-weekly on Thursdays, starting July 16, 2026. It’s time to move past the jargon, step into the shoes of the people executing on the ground, and look at what actually works. Step into the mud, look past the headlines, and keep it real. Connect with the show: https://linktr.ee/thenonensesustainability

    Season 2 of The No Nonsense Sustainability Podcast with Ildiko Almasi Simsic
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No fluff. Just real talk. Tired of jargon-filled panels and sustainability spin? So are we. Hosted by industry expert Ildiko Almasi Simsic, The No Nonsense Sustainability Podcast lifts the hood on today’s sustainability talk to expose what’s real, what’s greenwash, and what actually works in the field. Each time, we invite real practitioners—not just theorists—to break down a sustainability buzzword, explain it in plain English (or so even our moms can understand), and share what it looks like in practice. If it gets too fluffy, we hit the buzzer. Literally. Whether you're a sustainability professional, a curious citizen, or someone just trying to understand what “circularity” or “stakeholder engagement” really means, this show will give you the insight—and honesty—you’ve been missing. 🎙️ Expect real conversations on: Community engagement, supply chains, and watchdogsAI’s role in climate and environmental decision-makingCircular economy case studies and what makes them real vs greenwashWhat works on the ground—not just on paperSolo episodes, mini explainers, and interviews with the people doing the hard work of sustainability. No filler. No green-glossed nonsense. Just thoughtful, bold, and buzzer-ready conversation. #NoFluff #RealTalk #TNNSP

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