What if even the hardest days held a rainbow?

Every night in hospital, Molly Croft’s parents asked her one simple question:
“What was your rainbow today?”

It meant finding just one thing, however small, that made her smile.

In this episode of The Greaterverse, Molly shares how that daily practice of gratitude became the foundation for something extraordinary.

Today, she has helped raise over $2m for children's charities and sarcoma research, with $1.4m raised through the Tie Dye Project bringing colour, hope and community into a space that can often feel dark.

This is a story about courage. About people power. About choosing light even when life is unimaginably hard.

We talk about:

• Finding your life’s passion at 12

• Turning adversity into action

• Community, leadership and Molly’s Army

• Holding grief and gratitude at the same time

• Why looking for one rainbow each day changes everything

This is a story about courage. About people power. About choosing light even when life is unimaginably hard.

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Episode resources:

The Tie Dye Project: https://tiedyeproject.com/, Instagram: thetiedyeproject_

Molly Croft: mollycroft_

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AI. Robotics. Accessible education. And what happens when your robot gets arrested.

In this powerful episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by Norah Kimathi, founder of Zerobionic, a groundbreaking social enterprise using robotics and AI to make STEM education accessible to hearing-impaired students across Africa and beyond.

What began as a seven-hour classroom struggle, discovering there were no signs for complex STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) terminology, became a full humanoid robot that converts spoken language into sign, instantly.

From sustainable robotics to empowering half a million students, this episode is a reminder that innovation is most powerful when it provides access and inclusion.

In this conversation you will learn:

• How a seven-hour classroom frustration sparked a global innovation
• How AI translates complex STEM subjects
• into sign language in real time
• How Zero Bionic builds robots from recycled
• plastic while creating green jobs
• Norah’s perspective on AI, robotics, and the future of Zerobionic
• How to deal with unruly robots

New episodes every Tuesday.

Episode resources:

Zerobionic: https://www.zerobionicafrica.com/

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When bushfires tore through Australia, Mogo Wildlife Park found itself directly in the path.

In this bonus clip, Zookeeper Chad shares what it was really like being on the ground from the moment they realised they couldn’t leave, to the impossible reality of protecting animals that simply couldn’t be evacuated.

With rhinos, giraffes and lions to care for, the team made a decision few would ever have to face.

This is a story of instinct, responsibility, and an extraordinary group of people who stayed when everything around them was burning.

A lion cub. A newborn gorilla fighting for life. And the man who showed up when it mattered most.

In this extraordinary episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk sits down with Zookeeper Chad, Managing Director of three Australian wildlife parks: Mogo Wildlife Park, Featherdale Wildlife Park and Hunter Valley Wildlife Park, to explore what it really means to dedicate your life to animals.

Chad shares how a chance decision at 17 to “find a job with animals” turned into a 29-year career in conservation, education and leadership. From honing chef knife skills that unexpectedly prepared him to feed zoo animals, to becoming a trusted voice in wildlife media, his journey is anything but ordinary.

At the heart of this conversation are two remarkable stories.

When a lion cub named Maji lost her mother at birth, Chad stepped in raising her from “day dot” while ensuring she would still grow into a true lioness. And when a newborn gorilla, Kaius, was critically ill and rejected in the chaos of a traumatic birth, Chad became his round-the-clock caregiver, feeding him every two hours, sleeping beside him, and guiding him through the thousands of tiny steps needed to reunite him with his family.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to care for creatures weighing 200 kilos… or how you raise a lion in your home without turning her into a house cat… this episode is for you.

This episode explores:

• The profound bond between humans and animals

• What raising a lion and a gorilla taught Chad about love, boundaries and identity

• Why hyenas deserve better PR (and how The Lion King got it wrong)

• The intelligence of animals and why we still underestimate it

• The responsibility we hold as humans to protect habitats while still building our own futures
  It’s a story of resilience, conservation, humility and joy and a powerful reminder that when we listen closely, animals have far more to teach us than we realise.

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Zookeeper Chad - Instagram: zookeeper_chad

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Waste not want not. The things we throw away can hold extraordinary potential.

In this latest episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by Anna Brightman, co-founder of UpCircle Beauty, to explore how discarded coffee grounds became the foundation of a global skincare brand now stocked in over 55 countries.

What began with one simple question in a local café “what happens to all the used coffee grounds?”,  evolved into a pioneering beauty company built on upcycling, circular economy principles and radical positivity. Alongside her brother and co-founder Will, Anna has transformed by-products from primarily the food and drinks industry, into high-performing, award-winning products.

But this conversation goes far beyond sustainable ingredients. It’s about challenging an industry that often profits from insecurity, creating products that feel inclusive and empowering, and placing responsibility with brands, not consumers, when it comes to ethical and environmental impact.

From Forbes recognition to breakthrough product launches and the realities of scaling without compromising values, Anna shares a refreshingly honest look at what it takes to build a mission-led brand that’s both genuinely effective and genuinely good for the world.

You may never look at your morning coffee the same way again.

New episodes every Tuesday

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How one café conversation sparked the idea behind UpCircle Beauty

• How UpCircle’s product development works, and what it takes to turn “waste ingredients” into skincare and haircare with real benefits

• How positivity became a deliberate part of their positioning

• What it’s like building a family-run business with your sibling

Episode resources:

UpCircle Beauty - https://upcirclebeauty.com/, Instagram: @upcirclebeauty

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In this episode of The Greaterverse, I’m joined by one of my favourite humans Pinky Lilani CBE DL: community builder, diversity advocate, and a living reminder that kindness isn’t “soft”… it’s powerful.

From Calcutta to the UK, Pinky shares how curiosity, courage and a deeply people-first philosophy helped her build a life rooted in connection. Through platforms like the Women of the Future Awards, she has spent decades championing women across industries, cultures and generations, creating spaces where talent is recognised and futures are shaped.

As we approach International Women’s Day on 8 March, and this year’s theme“Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls” , this conversation feels especially timely. It’s about opening doors, expanding your tribe, lifting others as you rise, and planting seeds for a future we may never personally see.

If this episode leaves you feeling a little brighter, please follow the show, share it with someone who needs a reminder that good people exist and tell me in the comments: 

Who have you met that made you believe in kindness again?

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

• How Pinky built community from scratch in a new country

• Why kindness is a superpower

• What it takes to build real networks with connection and authenticity

• Her best advice: keep learning, ask boldly, and never give up

Incredible people. Incredible things.

New episodes every Tuesday.

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Pinky Lilani:⁠⁠⁠https://womenofthefuture.co.uk/

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A short loving kindness meditation to help you reset, reconnect, and cultivate compassion, for yourself and for others.

This guided practice is a bonus from Episode 3 of The Greaterverse.

May you be safe. May you be well.

What if meditation isn’t about stopping your thoughts — but learning how to observe them?

This episode is deeply personal.

I’m speaking with Toby McGuire not only because he has over 30 years of experience teaching meditation, but because his work supported me through one of the most difficult periods of my life.

During a time marked by trauma and feeling overwhelmed, meditation became a way to steady myself. To live in the moment. To look forward to the future.

It didn’t erase what happened but it changed how I carried it.

In this conversation, Toby shares how a simple daily practice helped him move from anxiety and depression to a life of calm, clarity and service — and how meditation is less about becoming someone new, and more about gently letting go.

If you’re navigating a challenging chapter or searching for steadiness in uncertain moments, this conversation may offer something grounded and practical.

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Episode resources:

Toby Maguire 7 week mindfulness course: https://www.tobymaguire.com/7-week-mindfulness-meditation-course

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Education can change the direction of a life.

In this powerful episode of The Greaterverse, Anne-Marie Kruk is joined by Meike, co-founder of Alsama Project, and Afraa, one of its extraordinary students, speaking from the Shatila refugee camp in Lebanon.

Set against the harsh realities of displacement, poverty and conflict, this conversation explores how Alsama is transforming the lives of Syrian refugee children, taking teenagers who were once illiterate and supporting them to become university-ready in just over five years.

Through education, creativity, sport and an unwavering belief in young people’s potential, Alsama is proving what’s possible even in the most challenging circumstances.

Afraa’s story is a living example of that transformation: from a shy, illiterate girl whose future felt already decided, to a confident spokesperson, tour guide, debater and aspiring international development leader.

This is a story of courage, mindset shifts, and the extraordinary ability of young people to rise when they are finally given the tools and opportunities to do so.

In this conversation you'll learn:

• How the Alsama Project is redefining what’s possible for refugee education
• What it takes to move young people from illiteracy to university readiness
• Afraa’s personal journey of confidence, voice and leadership
• Why mindset and belief are as powerful as formal education
• How creativity and sport play a role in healing and growth
• What real, long-term impact looks like in humanitarian work

New episodes every Tuesday

Episode Resources:

Alsama Project: https://alsamaproject.com/

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Koalas are currently endangered in Australia, but this episode is a story of hope for the future.

In this conversation, we explore the vital work of Koala Conservation Australia through the eyes of Dr Kate Farquharson, who leads the groundbreaking Wild Koala Breeding Program, born in the aftermath of the 2019–2020 bushfires.

From a GoFundMe campaign that set out to raise $25,000 and went on to raise more than $8 million, to the science and care behind breeding koalas for a wild future, this episode shows what can happen when people come together for a common cause.

In this conversation you will learn:

How a $25,000 campaign went viral and raised over $8 million

Why koala habitats are under increasing threat

What koalas are really like (yes, they have personalities)

How Dr Kate’s career journey led from Tasmanian devils to koalas

Why koalas sleep 18–20 hours a day

Episode Resources:

Koala Conservation Australia - https://koalaconservationaustralia.org.au/, Instagram: @portmacquariekoalahospital

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