Waste Not Want Not

Philippa Ross

Making the most of our natural resources - minimising environmental waste and maximising human potential in order to reconnect and rebuild our relationship with the planet – the way nature intended

  1. Sep 12

    How Penguins Helped Heal and See Life Through a Wider Lens – Ursula Franklin S5 E15 (90)

    Ursula Franklin shares a deeply personal story of how penguins helped her navigate grief and unexpectedly shaped the way she saw life. She set herself a mission to see every species of penguin in their natural environment – then ‘Mission Penguin’ grew into something beyond her wildest dreams – gifting back peace of mind, courage to move forward and see the joy of her own journey help others. A moving reminder that when we stay true to what we need, and follow what matters to us, we can change the landscape of our world inside and out.   Ursula’s Website:   f4inspirationalimages.co.uk.  Ursula’s Favourite Book: Leadership from the Inside Out’ - Kevin Cashman https://www.penguin.co.nz/books/leadership-from-the-inside-out-9781523094356 Ursula’s Favourite Quotes: “ Leaders either shed light or cast a shadow on everything they do." – Kevin Cashman “It's a fool who plays it cool by making his world a little bit colder." - Hey Jude lyrics “ Above all .. to thine own self be true."  - Shakespeare   PIP's Pu™ penguin inspired oracle deck – buy on Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pips-pu/pips-putm-oracle-deck-and-guidebook   My Website: https://philippaross.com/ Email me: info@philippaross.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enthusiologist/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippa-ross-a7775513/ Waste Not Want Not Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075991457588   ©2026 Philippa Ross. All rights reserved. Content from Waste Not Want Not Podcast is protected under copyright law. Legal Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on Waste Not Want Not are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Philippa Ross or the Waste Not Want Not Podcast. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    How Penguins Helped Heal and See Life Through a Wider Lens – Ursula Franklin S5 E15 (90)
  2. Sep 4

    The 20,000 Penguin Rescue and the Power We Have to Make a Difference – Dyan deNapoli – S5 E14 (89)

    Dyan deNapoli — aka The Penguin Lady — shares the heart-wrenching story of her involvement in the world’s largest and most successful animal rescue, where 25,000 volunteers tended to 20,000 traumatised penguins affected by an oil spill. The outcome was miraculous on so many levels, leaving lifelong memories and faith in humanity — who demonstrate.' d resilience, community, courage, possibility and the extraordinary things we can achieve when we come together. When a feat feels foreboding — remember anything is feasible when you focus your faith on a favourable future.   Dyan’s website: https://thepenguinlady.com Email: dyan@thepenguinlady.com Dyan’s Books: The Great Penguin Rescue All About Penguins: Discover Life on Land and in the Sea   Dyan's favourite book: '21 Yaks and a Speedo' by Lewis Pugh Dyan’s favourite quotes: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Ghandi “ Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all." Helen Keller ”It's never too late to be what you might have been." George Elliott “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light not our darkness that most frightens us.” Marianne Williamson “The moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. Whatever you think you can do or believe you can do, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it." William Hutchinson Murray The Jane Goodall film Dyan couldn't remember is 'Reasons for Hope.' - https://reasonsforhope-movie.com/   Check your carbon footprint: https://footprintcalculator.org/ Seafood guide: https://www.seafoodwatch.org/ Lewis Pugh website: https://www.lewispugh.com/ SANCCOB: – Penguin Rescue Centre - https://sanccob.co.za/ Global Penguin Society: https://www.globalpenguinsociety.org/ Earthwatch: https://earthwatch.org/ PIP's Pu™ penguin inspired oracle deck – buy on Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pips-pu/pips-putm-oracle-deck-and-guidebook My Website: https://philippaross.com/ Email me: info@philippaross.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enthusiologist/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippa-ross-a7775513/ Waste Not Want Not Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075991457588     ©2026 Philippa Ross. All rights reserved. Content from Waste Not Want Not Podcast is protected under copyright law. Legal Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on Waste Not Want Not are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Philippa Ross or the Waste Not Want Not Podcast. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    The 20,000 Penguin Rescue and the Power We Have to Make a Difference  – Dyan deNapoli – S5 E14 (89)
  3. Aug 27

    The Symphony of Life: Mission for Ecological Wellbeing – Dr Sylvia Earle S5 E13 (88)

    In this rich and far-reaching conversation, legendary Oceanographer and marine biologist Dr Sylvia Earle explores why the ocean is Earth’s life-support system, and what is at stake as we warm and acidify our seas and strip them of life through industrial extraction, destructive fishing and deep-sea mining. Sylvia emphasises that one of nature’s greatest lessons is that there is no such thing as waste – something we desperately need to wake up to, alongside recognition of the scale of destruction we have inflicted on our living planet. Partly through ignorance and partly through arrogance, we have dismissed the integral role of every living plant, animal and organism, every mineral and every element of the natural world. We have failed to recognise the interconnected web of life, held and sustained by the great blue heart of our planet: the ocean. Sylvia is full of hope for the future – speaking about the resilience of nature, the power of the human mind and spirit, and the vital role of curiosity, evidence-based learning and action to create the change we want to see in the world.   Mission Blue website:  https://missionblue.org/ Founders Day: https://missionblue.org/2026/08/mission-blue-launches-founders-day-on-august-30/   Facebook: Mission Blue:  https://www.facebook.com/missionblue Sylvia Earle:  https://www.facebook.com/sylvia.a.earle   LinkedIn: Mission Blue:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/missionblue/home/ Sylvia Earle:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvia-earle-6931946/   Instagram:  Mission Blue:  https://www.instagram.com/mission_blue/ Dr Sylvia Earle:  https://www.instagram.com/dr.sylviaearle/   Sylvia’s 2009 Ted talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/sylvia_a_earle_we_re_keeping_the_ocean_wild_and_you_can_join_us     Email me on info@philippaross.com if you have a subject or guest you’d like me to consider for future episodes My Website:  https://philippaross.com/ PIP”s PU Oracle Cards:  https://philippaross.com/pipspuoraclecards-2/ Pledge to buy my penguin inspired oracle deck - PIP's Pu™ on Kickstarter. Get in early to grab Early Bird special in the first 48 hours. Campaign ends 27th September 2026: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pips-pu/pips-putm-oracle-deck-and-guidebook   Schedule an Exploratory call with me: https://philippaross.com/schedule/ Waste Not Want Not Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075991457588 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/enthusiologist/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippa-ross-a7775513/     ©2026 Philippa Ross. All rights reserved. Content from Waste Not Want Not Podcast is protected under copyright law. Legal Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on Waste Not Want Not are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Philippa Ross or the Waste Not Want Not Podcast. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    The Symphony of Life: Mission for Ecological Wellbeing – Dr Sylvia Earle S5 E13 (88)
  4. Aug 13

    Penguins, Passion & Prose - Hazel Prior - S5 E12 (87)

    A long-awaited conversation with novelist Hazel Prior, author of my favouritest book of all time, Away with the Penguins. As fellow sphenisciphiles (penguin lovers!), we enthuse about the cheerful, resilient, curious and feisty characteristics of penguins — and the profound impact they can have on us. These qualities are woven through Hazel’s trilogy of novels centred around penguins, bringing wildlife and human stories together in unexpected and deeply moving ways. A must-listen for writers and creatives, Hazel takes us behind the scenes of the long journey from research and logistics to letting go, feeling into her characters and allowing them to come alive — quite literally zing off the page and into your heart. We explore how weaving the richness of human experience with the wildness of wildlife can bring out the best in both — beautifully mirroring the purpose behind PIP’s Pu™, my own penguin-inspired oracle deck: helping us reconnect with our natural rhythm, rediscover ourselves and find our way to True North. Hazel’s details: Website:  https://www.hazelprior.co.uk/home Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/hazelpriorbooks/ Favourite book: The Chronicles of Narnia  Favourite quote: “Do all the good you can, and make as little fuss about it as possible." Charles Dickens Books Hazel has authored so far: Away with the Penguins Call of the Penguins Gone with the Penguins Ellie & The Harpmaker Life and Otter Miracles New book being released in May 2027 – Title to be revealed! Email me on info@philippaross.com if you have a subject or guest you’d like me to consider for future episodes My Website:  https://philippaross.com/ PIP”s PU Oracle Cards:  https://philippaross.com/pipspuoraclecards-2/ Schedule an Exploratory call with me: https://philippaross.com/schedule/ Waste Not Want Not Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075991457588 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/enthusiologist/   ©2026 Philippa Ross. All rights reserved. Content from Waste Not Want Not Podcast is protected under copyright law. Legal Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on Waste Not Want Not are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Philippa Ross or the Waste Not Want Not Podcast. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    Penguins, Passion & Prose - Hazel Prior - S5 E12 (87)
  5. Jul 23

    Biological Sovereignty – Developing a Lifestyle that serves your needs – Tommy Diependaal – S5 E11 (86)

    What if the greatest act of self-care wasn't buying another gadget or following the latest health trend, but learning to trust your own biology? In this month's Waste Not Want Not, Tommy Diependaal explores what it means to reclaim your biological sovereignty by making conscious lifestyle choices that work with your body rather than against it. From the food you eat and the labels you wear, to strength training, gut health, sleep, stress, sunlight, breathwork, circadian rhythms and EMF exposure, this conversation challenges the idea that there's a one-size-fits-all formula for wellbeing. Tommy invites us to become more present, more aware and more discerning—tuning into the signals our bodies have been sending us all along. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this episode offers a refreshing reminder that your greatest health technology has been with you from the beginning. Because true wellbeing is about creating a lifestyle that genuinely serves you. Tommy Diependaal’s Contact information: Website:  https://twinfit-lifestyle-fitness-coaching.mailchimpsites.com/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommydiependaal/ Tommy’s Favourite book: ‘Be Useful’ by Arnold Schwarzenegger – YouTube audio - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iot5nsNar3o Quote:  A day not laugh is a day not live.  Tommy’s Grandmother’s wisdom   Jules Bright episode talking about the eco-friendly sunscreen she created ‘The Potent Power of Plants - https://open.spotify.com/episode/01pAHzNrTL95MYvy0py5Pt   Email me on info@philippaross.com if you have a subject or guest you’d like me to consider for future episodes My Website:  https://philippaross.com/ PIP”s PU Oracle Cards:  https://philippaross.com/pipspuoraclecards-2/ Schedule an Exploratory call with me: https://philippaross.com/schedule/ Waste Not Want Not Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075991457588 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enthusiologist/     Theme music ‘Joyful’ by TimTaj from Pixabay https://pixabay.com/users/timtaj-16489647/   ©2026 Philippa Ross. All rights reserved. Content from Waste Not Want Not Podcast is protected under copyright law.   Legal Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on Waste Not Want Not are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Philippa Ross or the Waste Not Want Not Podcast. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

    Biological Sovereignty – Developing a Lifestyle that serves your needs – Tommy Diependaal – S5 E11 (86)
  6. Jul 1

    Be the Change You Want to See in the World: Sustainable Choices for a Happier, Healthier You - Preetah Bolaky - S5 E10 (85)

    Preetah Bolaky shares her journey to reduce plastic – what influenced her to start and the invaluable lessons she learned along the way – lessons that mirror her belief that sustainability can only be attained when we learn to lead ourselves - be the change we want to see in the world, and make choices that lift us up and have the right people in our corner supporting us. 00:00 Welcome and Theme 01:24 Meet Preetah 02:13 Health Sparks Change 03:34 Food Prep Reality 05:38 Switching Containers 08:13 Plastic Free July Origin 11:25 Ripple Effect Conversations 14:02 Beyond Plastic Kitchen 16:03 Clothes and Repair Culture 17:55 Health Mindset Shift 21:25 Leadership and Purpose 24:42 Three Cs Framework 25:32 Identity Beyond Titles 26:28 Sustainable Leadership Mindset 27:46 Happiness Is Now 33:42 Influences and Family Values 35:36 Women in Male-Dominated Work 39:17 Trusting Intuition Over Status 42:57 Self-Care When You’re Low 46:02 One Wish Community Support 49:38 TEDx Community Proof 51:53 Closing Reflections   Connect with Preetah: LinkedIn:                  https://www.linkedin.com/in/preetahbolaky/ Instagram:                https://www.instagram.com/preetahbolakyofficial/ Facebook:                https://www.facebook.com/preetah.bolaky    Preetah’s Quote: “Champions are built in the ring, and rise higher with the right people in their corner."   Email me on info@philippaross.com if you have a subject or guest you’d like me to consider for future episodes My Website:  https://philippaross.com/ Schedule an Exploratory call with me: https://philippaross.com/schedule/ Explore my Oracle Cards:  https://philippaross.com/pipspuoraclecards-2/ Waste Not Want Not Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075991457588 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enthusiologist/   Theme music ‘Joyful’ by TimTaj from Pixabay https://pixabay.com/users/timtaj-16489647/

    Be the Change You Want to See in the World: Sustainable Choices for a Happier, Healthier You - Preetah Bolaky - S5 E10 (85)
  7. Jun 21

    The Busyness Myth - Louis Swart - S5 E9 (84)

    The June solstice is a turning point when the sun momentarily stands still before changing direction - a timely reminder that you don’t have to be busy to be productive. Louis Swart shares ways we can conserve time and energy in both our business and personal lives to avoid wasted effort through small steps, delegation, and systems. Connect with Louis Swart Website: https://louisswart.com/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachlouisswart/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/coachlouistswart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coachlouisswart Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/louistswart/ Millionnaire Speaker Summit – 6th to 9th July (7th to 10th Australia and NZ) https://themillionairespeakersummit.com/super-ai-course-architect-register-page  Alex Hormozi website:  https://www.acquisition.com/ Books: Who Moved My Cheese – Dr Spencer Johnson https://www.penguin.co.nz/books/who-moved-my-cheese-9780091816971 Atomic Habits – James Clear https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits The E Myth – Michael Gerber https://www.emyth.com/about-us Quotes: “ Technology has never moved so fast, and will never move so slow again." "If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change."  Wayne Dyer   Email me on info@philippaross.com if you have a subject or guest you’d like me to consider for future episodes My Website:  https://philippaross.com/ Schedule an Exploratory call with me: https://philippaross.com/schedule/ Explore my Oracle Cards:  https://philippaross.com/pipspuoraclecards-2/ Waste Not Want Not Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075991457588 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enthusiologist/   Theme music ‘Joyful’ by TimTaj from Pixabay https://pixabay.com/users/timtaj-16489647/

    The Busyness Myth - Louis Swart - S5 E9 (84)
  8. May 31

    Alchemising Conscious Leadership – Mike Handcock S5 E8 (83)

    Mike Handcock has decades of experience as a business alchemist, musician, speaker and philanthropist. He shares what he believes conscious leadership is all about and how people have different “soul notes” and rhythms, why connection and relationships matter – core strengths that cannot be replicated by AI.  We explore how his interests influence the way he lives his life – how listening, accountability, learning from setbacks, ancient wisdom, the pyramids, and living intentionally create a cacophony of meaningful memories for him.   00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 02:00 Serendipity and Awards 03:26 What Is Conscious Leadership 05:29 Soul Note and Resonance 09:40 Intuition Exercises 12:15 Nature for Clarity 13:53 Essence Values and Boundaries 16:43 AI and Human Connection 18:37 Orphaned and Giving Back 22:30 Failure Labels and Lessons 26:36 Relationships and Communication 29:26 Phones Accountability and Choice 32:50 Fix Mistakes Fast 33:04 Say No to Bad Clients 34:38 Walking Away From Millions 36:28 Hire Better Than You 38:40 Values as Your GPS 40:28 Resourcefulness and Hope 41:34 Listening That Sells 42:50 Excellence and the Dragon 45:35 Pythagoras and Planet Music 47:52 Egypt and Pyramid Power 51:34 Books Quotes and Good Days 54:16 Music Dance and One Wish 56:11 Make Memories and Farewell 56:56 Host Wrap and Next Steps   Mike Handcock’s contact details: Mike Handcock website:  https://www.mikehandcock.net/ Circle of Excellence:  https://www.circleofexcellence.biz/ Mike’s favourite books: Giza Power Plant by Christopher Dunn Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield Mike’s Quote:  ‘These are the good old days.’   Interview with Karen Salmansohn: – ‘Your To-Die-For Life’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ncer5Pp0sII&t=2s   Email me on info@philippaross.com if you have a subject or guest you’d like me to consider for future episodes My Website:  https://philippaross.com/ Schedule an Exploratory call with me: https://philippaross.com/schedule/ Explore my Oracle Cards:  https://philippaross.com/pipspuoraclecards-2/   Waste Not Want Not Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075991457588 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enthusiologist/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UAvpJA5VGT4lhem44owIC Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/waste-not-want-not/id1599933381 iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-waste-not-want-not-89896254/ Podbean: https://wastenotwantnot.podbean.com/ Directly from my website: https://philippaross.com/podcast/   Theme music ‘Joyful’ by TimTaj from Pixabay https://pixabay.com/users/timtaj-16489647/

    Alchemising Conscious Leadership – Mike Handcock S5 E8 (83)

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