24 episodes

Climate Humans lifts the lid on the reality of climate mobilization. Candid chats with the next generation of climate leaders on the actions they’re taking to drive change, and the personal impact this has on them. Join HERO’s Mauricio Porras to debunk why climate mobilizers are more than heroes; they're humans, just like you and me.

HERO is the first subscription platform providing a stable income for climate mobilizers working on climate policy change. Subscribe today for just €6 a month at herocircle.app Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herocircle/support

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Climate Humans lifts the lid on the reality of climate mobilization. Candid chats with the next generation of climate leaders on the actions they’re taking to drive change, and the personal impact this has on them. Join HERO’s Mauricio Porras to debunk why climate mobilizers are more than heroes; they're humans, just like you and me.

HERO is the first subscription platform providing a stable income for climate mobilizers working on climate policy change. Subscribe today for just €6 a month at herocircle.app Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herocircle/support

    How a newsletter grew into a global climate community, with Atmos co-founder and editor-in-chief Willow Defebaugh

    How a newsletter grew into a global climate community, with Atmos co-founder and editor-in-chief Willow Defebaugh

    “No one can accomplish anything on their own in this movement,” says co-founder and editor-in-chief of Atmos, Willow Defebaugh, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Willow shares how she’s bringing a fresh approach to climate storytelling and media, why passion alone is not a sustainable energy source for those working in climate, and why Fridays for Future is her favourite climate success story.  



    Show notes: 

    01:15 Meet Willow: A climate storyteller

    01:27 Quickfire questions

    02:38 Willow's early inspirations

    05:00 Early career as an NYC fashion journalist 

    07:31 The vision for Atmos: science and spirituality 

    13:51 The power of nature in storytelling and healing

    21:02 Symbiosis in climate action and the importance of paying people 

    24:49 Defining heroism 

    26:24 Thank you



    Climate Humans is brought to you by HERO, the first platform where you can directly fund people-powered climate solutions.

    Edited, mixed and mastered by Ben Beheshty.

    Produced by Josie Colter.

    Hosted by Mauricio Porras.


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    • 27 min
    In it for the long haul: tips and approaches for sustaining your climate work, with climate justice advocate and educator, Samia Dumbuya

    In it for the long haul: tips and approaches for sustaining your climate work, with climate justice advocate and educator, Samia Dumbuya

    “In order to fight for justice, you need to be nourished and not burnt out,” says climate justice advocate and educator, Samia Dumbuya, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Samia shares why it’s important to remember that change doesn't happen overnight, why community is the only real antidote to burnout, and why she centres her work around joy, peace and serenity. 


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    • 21 min
    Influencing companies from the inside-out, with Force of Nature’s Kat Hamilton

    Influencing companies from the inside-out, with Force of Nature’s Kat Hamilton

    Intergenerational activism can drive change from inside the world’s biggest companies, says Force of Nature’s Kat Hamilton, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Kat shares why being a hero is about acting from a place of love, why the not-for-profit business model doesn’t work in a capitalist world, and what it’s really like working for your high school friend. 



    Climate Humans is brought to you by HERO, the first platform where you can directly fund people-powered climate solutions.

    Edited, mixed and mastered by Ben Beheshty.

    Produced by Josie Colter.

    Hosted by Mauricio Porras.


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    • 21 min
    Welcome to Climate Humans

    Welcome to Climate Humans

    Welcome to Climate Humans – a podcast by HERO. Stories about why climate mobilizers are more than heroes; they're humans, just like you and me. HERO's Mauricio Porras explains more.


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    Why climate mobilizers and politicians are more alike than we realise, with political entrepreneur, Lisa Witter

    Why climate mobilizers and politicians are more alike than we realise, with political entrepreneur, Lisa Witter

    “I think certain climate activists can be fantastic politicians,” says the co-founder and CEO of the Apolitical Foundation and ex-public servant, Lisa Witter, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Lisa shares what Barack Obama, AOC and Arnold Schwarzenegger all have in common, why she’s passionate about helping climate mobilizers transition into politics to drive change from inside the system, and why she believes superheroes are just people who dare and dream to do extraordinary things.



    Climate Humans is brought to you by HERO, the first platform where you can directly fund people-powered climate solutions.

    Edited, mixed and mastered by Ben Beheshty.

    Produced by Josie Colter.

    Hosted by Mauricio Porras.


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    • 21 min
    19. Finding Your Power: Pia Carazo's Journey of Purpose and Change.

    19. Finding Your Power: Pia Carazo's Journey of Purpose and Change.

    Welcome to another episode of the HERO Podcast! Join the HERO movement at https://herocircle.app/ to support the crucial policy work of climate mobilizers for as little as €6 a month.

    In this episode, joining us is Pia Carazo, co-founder of Quantum Leap, an NGO working on advancing holistic solutions for climate change, to shift from old systems and mind frames to regenerative ones.

    Throughout this episode, we'll explore Pia's transformative path, from lawyer to environmental champion. Discover the challenges and lessons learned along the way.

    Get ready to be inspired as we uncover the remarkable story of Pia, empowering you to make a difference!



    NOTES AND RESOURCES



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    Links

    Pía Carazo | Quantum Leap | CR Libre de Perforación | Change Clubs



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    • 24 min

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