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Healing the globe can take many different paths. Imagine if most businesses took the lead in healing the planet and helping the people. Imagine the profit; imagine the impact. Imagine if it worked beyond our wildest dreams! Practical insights, provocative points of view. Simultaneously inspiring and educational. Join Charlene Norman every Saturday at 6 a.m. EST for this 2.1 version of Exploring Compassionate Capitalism.

  1. The Logic That Created the Crisis

    2D AGO

    The Logic That Created the Crisis

    Let’s face it: the world is on fire—sometimes literally. The systems that built our prosperity are now threatening our future. As host  Charlene Norman puts it, “You cannot build regenerative systems on extractive foundations. You cannot create sustainable solutions using the same logic that created the crisis.” This episode isn’t about bashing the U.S. or any one leader. It’s about recognizing the global export of American-style capitalism and its consequences. If you’re leading a business, you’re not just a bystander—you’re a participant. The question is: are you perpetuating these patterns, or are you ready to help break them? Diving deep into the work of Richard David Hames, using his essay "The Mirror Cracks: Donald Trump and the American Psyche” as a lens to examine the foundational patterns driving both climate crisis and the broader malaise of modern capitalism, the episodes looks at three of Richard's six insights -The Extractive Imperative -The Spectacle State -The Fortress Fantasy You may also find this 2018 talk illuminating Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance. The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business. Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

    19 min
  2. What Exactly Are They Building?

    JAN 31

    What Exactly Are They Building?

    Business leaders and executives know exactly what power and dominance are.  That is the goal behind every scaling move for market share, for revenue and for profit.  It works until it doesn't.  There is a race in the geo political landscape that will suffer the exact same fate.  The pursuit of energy.   Whether fossil fuel or clean tech, both will indeed scale. Both will work, until they don't.  Because both are EXTRACXTIVE.  Both do nothing for planetary health.  So, why are we doing them?  Power and Dominance.  And who will win that race?  Tune in for the better questions we need to ask.  Because simply swapping one for another comes with a complete set of different issues.   Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance. The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business. Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

    19 min
  3. When Time Runs Out

    JAN 24

    When Time Runs Out

    Business leaders and executives are no strangers to tough decisions, but what happens when the stakes are nothing less than the future of our planet?  Host Charlene Norman presents a masterclass in leadership under uncertainty. She weaves together the urgency of the climate crisis, the fragility of democracy, and the overwhelming complexity of our times. Drawing on insights from sustainability leader Richard Threlfall and climate architect Christiana Figueres, she challenges us to rethink not just what we do, but what we value. You can find the countdown clock here. Key HIghlights -The Climate Countdown: Why Urgency Is Non-Negotiable -The Interconnected Crises: Climate, Democracy, and Human Systems -Beyond Technology: The Real Work Is Cultural -The Power of Voice: Why Silence Is Not an Option -Three Frameworks for Sustainable Action -The Human Work: Shifting Values from Wealth to Stewardship -Your Voice Is Enough—History Proves It Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance. The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business. Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

    21 min
  4. Possibilities: What We've Been Avoiding

    JAN 17

    Possibilities: What We've Been Avoiding

    Host Charlene Norman explores the premise that while this podcast has helped build a bridge between business and the planet, the world on both sides of that bridge is shifting.  And super fast. The question is no longer just how to get across the bridge , but what to do when the ground itself is unstable and the river is rising. She identifies four critical “gaps” that business leaders must now confront: Collective GriefIntergenerational RepairPower DynamicsScale and TriageIn other words, the real work now lies in the messy, uncertain territory beyond:  Facing grief, repairing generational divides, challenging entrenched power, and making hard choices about where to focus our efforts. Clearly there are no easy answers left.   Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance. The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business. Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

    24 min
  5. But It's Impossible! Do It ANYWAY!

    JAN 10

    But It's Impossible! Do It ANYWAY!

    Host Charlene Norman unpacks the key themes of the past podcasts and explores what it truly takes to drive transformation in the face of climate change and entrenched business systems. Spoiler: it’s not about quick wins or clever marketing. It’s about trust, courage, and a willingness to play the long game. What gets covered -Trust is Infrastructure: Rebuilding What We Broke -Market Forces: Not Natural Laws, But Human Constructions -Design for the Margins: Why Inclusion Benefits Everyone -Time Horizons: Aligning Business with Planetary Timelines -Putting It All Together: The Path Forward   Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance. The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business. Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

    31 min
  6. It's Supposed to Feel Impossible

    JAN 3

    It's Supposed to Feel Impossible

    A reflection of the podcast learnings of the last nearly four years.  With host Charlene Norman Covering these key highlights -The Myth of the Success Story -The Decades-Long Timeline of Real Change -Individual vs. Systemic Change: The Paradox at the Heart of Transformation -A Realistic Timeline: The Five Stages of Transformation -Asking Better Questions Together   Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance. The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business. Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

    19 min
  7. Navigating the Uncharted Waters of Transformation

    12/20/2025

    Navigating the Uncharted Waters of Transformation

    In the first episode, host Charlene Norman of Good Stewardship; Lasting Impact took a brutally honest look at the in between stage we are all living through -- the messy middle.  In the second episode, she began sharing the thoughts of Ernesto van Peborgh founder of the Seva Institute and prolific writer on Substack as a case study we can all learn from. In the third episode, she showed how the problems we face are not just personal or organizational—they are systemic. The “multi-polar traps” of complexity theory are everywhere and yes, they can be debilitating.   In this, the final episode, she finishes reading Ernesto's account, and shows how to navigate the messy, uncertain, and often lonely middle passage of transformation, with five practical, deeply-explored practices. She ends with an invitation.   Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance. The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business. Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

    22 min
  8. Into the Vortex

    12/13/2025

    Into the Vortex

    In the first episode, host Charlene Norman of Good Stewardship; Lasting Impact took a brutally honest look at the in between stage we are all living through -- the messy middle.  In the second episode, she began sharing the thoughts of Ernesto van Peborgh founder of the Seva Institute and prolific writer on Substack as a case study we can all learn from. In this episode, she weaves through how the problems we face are not just personal or organizational—they are systemic. The “multi-polar traps” of complexity theory are everywhere and yes, they can be debilitating. Key Highlights -Understanding Systemic Traps: The Real Enemy -Building Capacity: Holding Paradox and Uncertainty -Developing Capabilities: Tools for Navigating Complexity -Embracing the Vortex: The Emotional Journey of Transformation -Living with Grief: Turning Sadness into a Compass -Purpose as Lifeline: Climbing the Ladder Out of Darkness -Action Steps for Leaders: Navigating the Edge Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance. The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business. Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

    22 min
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Healing the globe can take many different paths. Imagine if most businesses took the lead in healing the planet and helping the people. Imagine the profit; imagine the impact. Imagine if it worked beyond our wildest dreams! Practical insights, provocative points of view. Simultaneously inspiring and educational. Join Charlene Norman every Saturday at 6 a.m. EST for this 2.1 version of Exploring Compassionate Capitalism.

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  • Creator
    Charlene Norman
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    169
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2022-2024
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    The 5Cs