Losing Our Cool

Michael Childs
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Sharing stories from people who are making changes and finding a more sustainable way to live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 09/27/2024

    Plastic-Free Cheltenham

    Plastic does not go away. It simply breaks down into micro and nano plastics which have now been found to enter our bodies through our food, our drinking water, toiletries and cleaning products. We talk to Carol Febry from Plastic-Free Cheltenham about how to reduce our plastic consumption. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min

  2. 03/01/2024

    How to cope with climate anxiety

    Climate change, damage to our environment and biodiversity loss all can lead to climate anxiety. We talk to Linda Aspey about how we can cope with this anxiety and still move forward to make a positive difference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min

  3. 02/13/2024

    Business and Sustainability Hand in Hand

    Can a business be both successful and environmentally friendly? Eoin McQuone from Go Climate Positive believes the two go very much hand in hand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  4. 10/20/2023

    The Edible Garden

    The Francis Close Hall Edible Garden champions the benefits and value of getting closer to nature. A self sustaining system and oasis of calm in the middle of Cheltenham town centre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  5. 09/29/2023

    Sam Attard - Ethical Revolutionary

    Sam Attard, Ethical Revolutionary challenges the status quo with his self belief that a change can make a difference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min

  6. 07/29/2023

    From The Ground Up - Vanessa Angelo-Thompson

    Communities are powerful, when we act on that empowerment, councils and government nationally and globally will have no choice but to really listen and make impactful changes before it is too late. Vanessa Angelo Thompson talks about her organisation From The Ground Up inspiring people to make changes from the moment you walk through your gate to the end of your garden.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min

  7. 06/29/2023

    Climate Anxiety with Dr Paul Vare

    For many young people climate change is causing feelings of powerlessness and anxiety heightening the risk of mental health issues. Dr Paul Vare, senior lecturer in research development at the University of Gloucestershire, explores ways our education system can best meet the needs of the younger generation in the face of an uncertain future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  8. 06/02/2023

    The biggest plants on the planet with Chris Chavase talking about the vital role of trees

    Trees are vital. As the biggest plants on the planet they give us oxygen, store carbon, stabilise the soil and give life to the world's wild life. They provide us with the materials for tools and shelter. Chris Chavase is senior trees officer at Cheltenham Borough Council. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
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Sharing stories from people who are making changes and finding a more sustainable way to live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Michael Childs
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Michael Childs
  • Show Website
    Losing Our Cool