The Greaterverse

Anne-Marie Kruk
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The Greaterverse is a podcast about extraordinary people doing unexpected things to make the world a better place. Hosted by Anne-Marie Kruk, each episode explores the incredible stories, ideas and experiences of fascinating guests from around the world, from from athletes and filmmakers to entrepreneurs, scientists, wildlife rescuers, conservationists, authors, artists and everything in between. Each week you'll discover remarkable people, learn something new, and leave feeling more hopeful about what's possible. New episodes every Tuesday.

  1. 2d ago

    Mat Bowtell: Giving Away 3D-Printed Hands for Free

    One hand for one child changed the direction of Mat Bowtell’s life. In this episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by Mat Bowtell, engineer and founder of Free 3D Hands, which creates 3D-printed hands and arms for people around the world completely free of charge. Mat’s journey began while he was working as a senior engineer at Toyota Australia. After making an Iron Man-style hand for four-year-old Eli, the reaction he received made him realise he had found something he wanted to dedicate his life to. Today, Free 3D Hands is about much more than the devices Mat and his team make themselves. Their designs are open source, with more than 10,000 people and organisations around the world now making them too. Mat talks about the personal choices behind that journey, why access matters more to him than ownership, and his mission to do something wonderfully simple: manufacture joy. In this conversation, you’ll hear: How one little boy’s smile changed Mat’s life foreverWhy Mat and his wife put buying their first home on hold to pursue Free 3D HandsHow Mat is radically reducing that cost of assisted devices so that more people can access what they needHow open-source designs have helped Free 3D Hands reach far beyond what Mat could achieve aloneWhy Mat believes life shouldn’t be about winning and losing, but finding ways for everyone to winNew Episodes Every Tuesday pisode Resources: The Greaterverse Instagram → @thegreaterverseTikTok → ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreaterverse⁠YouTube → ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thegreaterverse⁠Amazon Music → ⁠https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d352edc3-c3c1-4680-af9d-787a5c9b7b16/the-greaterverse⁠ Episode Resources: Free 3D Hands Instagram → @free3dhands Website → www.free3dhands.org

  2. Aug 11

    Lucca Bevan: Living Out Loud With Epilepsy

    What happens when your greatest struggle becomes your greatest purpose? In this episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by Lucca Bevan, epilepsy advocate, neuroscience graduate and corporate leader. Together, Anne-Marie and Lucca explore what it was really like being diagnosed with epilepsy at just 14, how it changed her life overnight, and why she spent years hiding her condition. Lucca also shares how finding her voice has led her to become an advocate for people with epilepsy, challenging misconceptions, helping others feel seen, and creating more inclusive workplaces. In this conversation, you'll discover: What it was like being diagnosed with epilepsy at just 14 and how it changed Lucca's life overnightWhy Lucca kept her epilepsy secret for years — and what made her finally speak outThe realities of living with an invisible disability and the misconceptions that still surround epilepsyWhy self-advocacy is so important and how to find your voice when navigating a health conditionHow Lucca is working to make workplaces more inclusive and improve opportunities for people with epilepsy New episodes every Tuesday. Episode Resources: The Greaterverse Instagram → @thegreaterverseTikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreaterverseYouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@thegreaterverseAmazon Music → https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d352edc3-c3c1-4680-af9d-787a5c9b7b16/the-greaterverse Episode Resources: Lucca Bevan Instagram → @lucca.epilepsy TikTok → @lucca.epilepsy

  3. Aug 4

    Kevin Wekesa: From Rugby to the Olympics to Climate Action

    What happens when reaching the Olympic stage becomes the beginning of something bigger? In this episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by Kevin Wekesa, Kenyan rugby sevens player, Paris 2024 Olympian, mechanical engineer and founder of Play Green. Together, Anne-Marie and Kevin explore his journey from discovering rugby as a teenager to representing Kenya on the world stage, the setback that made him think his sporting career was over, and the extraordinary comeback that took him to the Olympics. Kevin also shares how seeing children unable to play rugby because of increasingly dry conditions inspired him to create Play Green, using sport to engage young people in climate action. In this conversation, you'll discover: How Kevin went from starting rugby as a teenager to becoming an OlympianWhy relegation made him believe his sporting career was over — and how Kenya fought backWhat competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics meant to himHow seeing children unable to play rugby helped inspire Play GreenWhy Kevin believes sport can be a powerful force for climate action and opportunityNew episodes every Tuesday. Episode Resources: The GreaterverseInstagram → @thegreaterverse TikTok → ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreaterverse⁠ YouTube → ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thegreaterverse⁠ Amazon Music → ⁠https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d352edc3-c3c1-4680-af9d-787a5c9b7b16/the-greaterverse Episode Resources: Kevin Wekesa / Play GreenInstagram → @_yokoohWebsite → @playgreenwithkevinwekesa

  4. Jul 28

    Rob Kenney: The Dad, How Do I? Story

    How did a simple YouTube channel become a source of comfort for millions? In this episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by Rob Kenney, creator of Dad, How Do I?, the YouTube channel that has helped millions of people learn the life skills many of us take for granted. Together, Anne-Marie and Rob explore the childhood that shaped him, the unexpected journey behind Dad, How Do I?, what it means to choose forgiveness over bitterness, and how one small act of kindness grew into a global community. In this conversation, you'll discover: How Dad, How Do I? began with one simple videoWhy millions connected with everyday life skillsHow his childhood experience shaped the parent Rob chose to becomeWhy forgiveness is about freeing yourself, not forgettingThe power of showing up for others, even in the smallest waysNew episodes every Tuesday. Episode Resources: The Greaterverse Instagram → @thegreaterverse TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreaterverse YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@thegreaterverse Amazon Music → https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d352edc3-c3c1-4680-af9d-787a5c9b7b16/the-greaterverse Episode Resources: Dad, How Do I? Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/dadhowdoi/?hl=en Tiktok → https://www.tiktok.com/@therealdadhowdoi YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@DadhowdoI

  5. Jul 21

    Marie, Kae, Kathryn and Malini: AI Meets Climate

    What happens when four women decide to solve some of the world's biggest problems? In this episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by four extraordinary entrepreneurs who are tackling climate change from completely different angles, from fashion and AI to construction, manufacturing and venture building. Together Kae, Kathryn, Malini and Marie share what inspired them to leave conventional careers, the challenges of building purpose-driven businesses, and why they believe entrepreneurship can be a powerful force for good. In this conversation, you'll discover: Why entrepreneurship is about taking a bet on yourselfHow AI is helping solve real-world climate challengesWhy solving the right problem matters more than having the perfect ideaWhy integrity can be a competitive advantage in businessThe advice these founders wish they'd known before starting their businessesNew episodes every Tuesday. Episode resources: The Greaterverse Instagram → @thegreaterverseTikTok → ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreaterverse⁠YouTube → ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thegreaterverse⁠Amazon Music → ⁠https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d352edc3-c3c1-4680-af9d-787a5c9b7b16/the-greaterverse⁠ Episode Resources: Guests Marie Cheong100x100 → https://www.100x100.com/ Kae RelaoValtor Solutions→ ⁠https://valtorsolutions.com/⁠ Kathryn Knight Muun AI → https://muun-ai.com/ Malini KannanNūll → ⁠https://nul.global/⁠

  6. Jul 14

    Louise Prashad: A Second Chance at Life

    What do you do when life gives you a second chance? In this episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie speaks to Louise Pritchard about unimaginable loss, a life-saving liver transplant, and the decision to truly live. After losing her twins and facing a devastating health crisis, Louise was given a donor liver and a second chance at life. In a letter to her donor's family, she made a promise: she would look after this gift of life and live it to the fullest. Since then, Louise has completed 320 races, raised £350,000 for charity and competed in the Transplant Games. Her belief in the power of sport also runs through her work with Special Olympics Great Britain. In this conversation, you will learn: ​How Louise navigated profound grief and trauma​What it meant to receive the gift of a donor liver​How sport took Louise from transplant recipient to Transplant Games competitor​Why running became her therapy and a non-negotiable part of her life​How Louise has used her experiences and the power of sport to make a difference for others New episodes every Tuesday. Episode resources: Louise Prashad Instagram → @a_gifted_life Website → https://etg2026.nl/ (Transplant Games) Website → https://www.specialolympicsgb.org.uk/ (Special Olympics) The Greaterverse Instagram → @thegreaterverse TikTok → ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreaterverse⁠⁠ YouTube → ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thegreaterverse⁠ Amazon Music → ⁠https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d352edc3-c3c1-4680-af9d-787a5c9b7b16/the-greaterverse MgwTNfTwV8sNSAG0hyPj

  7. Jul 7

    Dance God Lloyd: One Dancer: A Global Movement

    What can dance teach us about life? More than you might think. In this episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by internationally renowned dancer, choreographer and founder of Dance Grow Live, Dance God Lloyd. Together, Anne-Marie and Dance God Lloyd explore how dance took him from Ashaiman, Ghana to the global stage, why Ghana has become a destination for dancers from around the world, and how he's using dance to mentor young people, create opportunities and change lives. In this conversation, you will learn: How Dance God Lloyd built an international career through danceWhy Ghana has become a global destination for danceWhat happened after a viral challenge caught Beyoncé's attentionThe lessons success, setbacks and dance have taught himWhy mentoring the next generation is at the heart of everything he doesNew episodes every Tuesday. Episode resources: Dance God Lloyd Instagram → @dancegodlloyd TikTok → @dancegodlloyd The Greaterverse Instagram → @thegreaterverse TikTok → ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreaterverse⁠ YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@thegreaterverse Amazon Music → https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d352edc3-c3c1-4680-af9d-787a5c9b7b16/the-greaterverse

  8. Jun 30

    Paul Gabie: A Bottle of Wine. A 10,000 Year Problem

    What happens to a bottle of wine after the last glass is poured? It could take 10,000 years to break down. In this episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by Paul Gabie, founder and CEO of ecoSPIRITS, a company developing innovative circular packaging solutions for the wine and spirits industry. Together, Anne-Marie and Paul explore why more than 70 billion single-use wine and spirits bottles end up in landfill every year, why recycling alone isn't enough, and how innovation, collaboration and commercial thinking can help create a more sustainable future. In this conversation, you will learn: Why more than 700 billion single use glass units are produced and consumed every yearWhy recycling alone isn't enough to solve the problemWhat a circular economy actually looks like in practiceHow ecoSPIRITS is rethinking the future of wine and spirits packagingWhy sustainability and commercial success must go hand in handNew episodes every Tuesday. Episode resources: Website → https://ecospirits.global LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/ecospirits/ Instagram → ⁠@ecospirits.global The Greaterverse Instagram → @thegreaterverse YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@thegreaterverse TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreaterverse

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The Greaterverse is a podcast about extraordinary people doing unexpected things to make the world a better place. Hosted by Anne-Marie Kruk, each episode explores the incredible stories, ideas and experiences of fascinating guests from around the world, from from athletes and filmmakers to entrepreneurs, scientists, wildlife rescuers, conservationists, authors, artists and everything in between. Each week you'll discover remarkable people, learn something new, and leave feeling more hopeful about what's possible. New episodes every Tuesday.

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  • Creator
    Anne-Marie Kruk
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Anne-Marie Kruk
  • Show Website
    The Greaterverse

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