Reboot Business

Julien Devaureix & Impact Labs
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Reboot Business is an exploration of the urgent transformation businesses must undergo to address the ecological crisis and the broader societal shift in mindset. What are the key challenges? What strategies can drive change? What obstacles stand in the way, and what levers can help overcome them? And most importantly, which businesses are leading the way? Join us as we investigate the future of business in a world that demands regeneration. ----- Reboot Business est une enquête sur la nécessaire transformation des entreprises pour répondre à l’urgence écologique et au changement de paradigme sociétal. Quels sont les défis ? Quelles sont les stratégies ? Quels sont les freins et les leviers de changements ? Quels sont les exemples à suivre ?  S01 Français S02 English Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  1. Nora Bateson: Living Systems, Warm Data & the Ecology of Communication

    07/29/2025

    Nora Bateson: Living Systems, Warm Data & the Ecology of Communication

    In this episode, Julien Devaureix speaks with Nora Bateson, filmmaker, writer, and president of theInternational Bateson Institute. Together they explore how to navigate today’s complex world through systems thinking, relational approaches, and Nora’s concept of warm data. Drawing from her book Combining, Nora shares why solutions can’t be isolated, how identity and intergenerational living shape our future, and why cultivating an ecology of communication is key to creating authentic hope and thriving life.Episode timestamps 00:00 Introduction & Nora’s background; perceiving interdependencies in living systems 04:14 The “meadow” metaphor and the relational nature of complexity 16:59 Problems of reductionism in education and society 34:25 Excerpts from Combining: the idea of combining vs. combined 43:26 Rethinking problems and solutions; cultivating an ecology of communication 54:02 Double binds, transcontextual issues, and aiming for possibility & vitality 01:00:50 Warm data and the lost art of intergenerational living 01:06::06 False hope vs. real hope; culture and unexpected change 01:10:05 The role of art, weirdness, and creativity in shaping the future 01:15:23 Closing poem Mama Now: reflections on parenting, integrity, and uncertainty Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    1h 26m
  2. Steffen Müller - Sustainability by Design: Rethinking Tech and AI for Impact

    06/02/2025

    Steffen Müller - Sustainability by Design: Rethinking Tech and AI for Impact

    In this episode, Julien speaks with Steffen Müller, head of Salesforce's Sustainability & Transformation Advisory team, about how companies can align technology, data, and AI with their ecological goals. From carbon accounting to AI’s environmental impact, they explore how sustainability is becoming a core business strategy—not just a compliance issue.Episode timestamps00:00 Introduction – The shifting context for business and Stefan Müller’s journey02:50 Why some companies are backpedaling on sustainability—and why others are not05:30 Corporate ecological transition: Where are we really?07:30 Finance and nature: Understanding the $7 trillion gap09:20 Geopolitical contrasts: US, EU, and China in the sustainability race12:30 Beyond carbon: Measuring waste, water, and biodiversity impact15:00 Tackling Scope 3: From spend-based data to real supplier metrics18:15 Ensuring data integrity: Verification, auditability, and trust22:00 AI’s footprint: The hidden environmental cost of artificial intelligence27:30 Designing sustainable AI: Small models, smart principles, and market influence32:00 AI for good: Empowering farmers, NGOs, and regenerative practices34:20 The rise of the “sustainability technologist” and evolving team structures36:40 From dashboards to decisions: Embedding sustainability in business systems40:10 Case study: Manufacturing, CRM integration, and incentivizing low-impact choices44:30 Regenerative business: Tech as a tool—if used with intent47:50 The reboot button: Rethinking the concept of “we”51:30 Closing thoughts and a call for integrity-driven transformation Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    52 min
  3. Alexandra Palt: From Corporate Sustainability Officer to WWF President - Navigating the Limits of Change

    05/07/2025

    Alexandra Palt: From Corporate Sustainability Officer to WWF President - Navigating the Limits of Change

    In this episode, Julien speaks with Alexandra Palt, recently appointed President of WWF France. Alexandra shares her unique journey from human rights lawyer to Chief Sustainability Officer at L'Oreal, where she drove ambitious transformation, to leading France's largest environmental NGO. The conversation explores the challenges of driving sustainability from within large corporations, the structural hurdles faced when profit and sustainability collide, insights from her experience navigating the "sustainability hype" and backlash, and her research on ethical leadership and the virtues necessary for leaders today. Alexandra also discusses the role of NGOs like WWF, the importance of local action and cooperation, and identifies the awareness of sustainable value chains as an underrated solution for businesses. This episode offers a profound look at navigating complex environmental and social challenges and redefining impact. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    1h 11m
  4. Otto Scharmer - Systems Thinking: Addressing Global Divides and Collective Action

    04/10/2025

    Otto Scharmer - Systems Thinking: Addressing Global Divides and Collective Action

    "Reboot Business" podcast host Julian Devaureix interviews Otto Scharmer, a senior lecturer at MIT and creator of Theory U, about navigating the current radical transformation of the business world due to social, energy, and environmental demands. Scharmer discusses systems thinking as a way to understand interconnected global crises like ecological damage, socioeconomic inequality, and mental health issues, emphasizing that these are symptoms of deeper disconnects. He introduces Theory U as a framework and set of tools for achieving organizational and societal change by shifting consciousness and enabling systems to see and sense themselves more fully. The conversation highlights the power of attention as crucial for individuals and leaders to intentionally shape the future and move from reactive patterns to co-creative action, advocating for personal awareness practices, deep listening in small groups, and aligning work with purpose to foster widespread change starting at the individual level. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    1h 8m
  5. Paul Hawken - Interconnected Futures - Fixing Business by Fixing Our Thinking

    03/12/2025

    Paul Hawken - Interconnected Futures - Fixing Business by Fixing Our Thinking

    In this episode, Julien is sitting down with Paul Hawken—visionary thinker, entrepreneur, author and founder of Project Drawdown. A leading, pioneering voice in the regeneration movement, Paul challenges the way we approach climate, biodiversity, and corporate responsibility. Not only doing less harm is not enough—businesses must actively do good. But to truly transform, we need more than new solutions; we need a fundamental, ontological shift in how we see the world and our role within it. His latest book, Carbon: The Book of Life, reminds us that all life-supporting systems are deeply interconnected. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on rethinking business, reimagining our relationship with the planet, and moving beyond sustainability toward true regeneration. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    1h 6m
  6. Gaya Herrington: From Growth to Well-Being - A New Economic Paradigm

    02/19/2025

    Gaya Herrington: From Growth to Well-Being - A New Economic Paradigm

    In a world where perpetual economic growth is the default objective, what happens when we reach the limits of our planet’s capacity? Gaya Herrington, econometrician and sustainability researcher, has dedicated her research to answering this question. Her update to the famous Limits to Growth study—originally published by MIT in 1972—went viral for its stark conclusion: we are on track for a steep economic and social decline unless we radically rethink our approach. In this episode, Gaya discusses the transition from a growth-centric to a well-being economy, one that prioritizes human welfare and sustainability over GDP. She explains why degrowth is not about collapse, but about rebalancing our economy within planetary boundaries. She also delves into the corporate challenges of navigating this shift, the limitations of current economic metrics, and the role of resilience over efficiency in business strategy. As someone who operates within the corporate sector while challenging its mainstream economic assumptions, Gaya offers a unique perspective. This is a conversation about rethinking our economic future—before it's too late. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    47 min
  7. Dennis Meadows: Resilience Beyond Sustainability – A New Approach to the Future

    01/22/2025

    Dennis Meadows: Resilience Beyond Sustainability – A New Approach to the Future

    This episode features a thought-provoking conversation with Dennis Meadows, co-author of the seminal 1972 report Limits to Growth. Meadows explores the consequences of humanity’s pursuit of infinite growth in a finite world and the urgent need to shift our focus from sustainability to resilience. The discussion dives into the challenges of systemic change, including the societal and political resistance to acknowledging physical and planetary boundaries. Drawing from decades of research and observation, Meadows shares insights on adapting to a post-growth economy, fostering resilience at individual and community levels, and rethinking long-term goals in the face of ecological and societal constraints. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    58 min
  8. Lubomila Jordanova: Leveraging the Business Case for Sustainability to Accelerate the Transition

    12/17/2024

    Lubomila Jordanova: Leveraging the Business Case for Sustainability to Accelerate the Transition

    This episode features an interview of Lubomila Jordanova, a sustainability expert, discussing the complexities of corporate decarbonisation.  Lubomila Jordanova details her work with Plan A, a SaaS platform for carbon management, and the Green Tech Alliance, a community supporting green entrepreneurs. The conversation explores obstacles to corporate sustainability, including confusing reporting standards, short-term versus long-term pressures, and the need for a unified approach to reporting and action. Finally, Jordanova underscores the crucial role of data and technology in accelerating the transition, advocating for a holistic approach that prioritises both economic and environmental sustainability. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    52 min
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Reboot Business is an exploration of the urgent transformation businesses must undergo to address the ecological crisis and the broader societal shift in mindset. What are the key challenges? What strategies can drive change? What obstacles stand in the way, and what levers can help overcome them? And most importantly, which businesses are leading the way? Join us as we investigate the future of business in a world that demands regeneration. ----- Reboot Business est une enquête sur la nécessaire transformation des entreprises pour répondre à l’urgence écologique et au changement de paradigme sociétal. Quels sont les défis ? Quelles sont les stratégies ? Quels sont les freins et les leviers de changements ? Quels sont les exemples à suivre ?  S01 Français S02 English Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Julien Devaureix & Impact Labs
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Labs 4 Earth Limited
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    Reboot Business