The WAVE Arrábida Podcast

In this episode, Brechtje Smidt sits down with André Amaro, who together with Maarten Baas found Downtown Palmela in 2022 (www.downtownpalmela.com). They explore the deeply personal story behind this unique creative space. Born from tragic circumstances, Downtown Palmela became more than just an art hub—it grew into a laboratory for meaningful creation, connection, and vision-driven projects. André opens up about the transformative journey that led him to channel grief into purpose, and how Downtown Palmela now fosters an inspiring environment where the creative process becomes a tool for healing and change

Chris shares how baking bread became a daily ritual of connection and contribution within the Servivo community (www.servivo.earth)

In conversation with Brechtje Smidt, he reflects on Servivo’s evolving journey, its community-first values, and how small crafts like breadmaking nourish both people and purpose.

Neste episódio, Inês Mateus (@conscientemente) conversa com Pedro Amado Gomes, fundador do projeto Led by Horses (ledbyhorses.pt). Diretamente de Palmela, exploram como os cavalos podem guiar processos de cura emocional e reconexão com a natureza, com base em práticas sustentáveis e respeito profundo pela terra. Uma conversa inspiradora sobre escuta, regeneração e sabedoria silenciosa.

Marie Sztana, co-cocreator of 2 Girls 1 Reusable cup, sits down with clinical psychologist Pedro Oliveira for a powerful conversation on how we feel—and deal with—the climate crisis. Together, they explore eco-anxiety, emotional resilience, and the role of climate psychology in turning fear into meaningful action. Pedro shares insights on his emerging model: GPS for Climate, a new psychological framework to help individuals and communities navigate the climate emotions If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by climate change, this episode offers insight, support, and a path forward.

Join us for a special online interview with Dr. Ferah Şenaydın, WAVE Manager in Turkey, whose work is based at Ege University SFL and Pangea Youth Association. Hosted by Axel Bugge—author of The Caramel Vineyard and ecological winemaker—this episode explores how WAVE is empowering young people in Turkey through education, community projects, and university-based initiatives. Discover how the project supports students’ personal and professional growth while building a local movement for climate action. Tune in and get inspired by WAVE Turkey’s vision for a thriving future.

In this episode, Marie Sztana from 2 Girls 1 Reusable Cup Pod speaks with Filipe Alves, co-founder of Biovilla, about redefining tourism as a meaningful pilgrimage — a deep connection to place, purpose, and nature. Filipe shares how Biovilla moves beyond sustainability toward true regeneration, focusing on restoring ecosystems and supporting local communities. They explore what sets Biovilla apart: from its intentional design to food and waste systems that embody positive impact. A powerful conversation on what tourism can — and should — become.

Check out Biovilla at biovilla.org

Meet Mathias Davesne and Izabella Peregrino, co-founders of Regen Waves (www.regenwaves.com), a movement born in Arrábida to make regeneration real, achievable, and scalable.

In this episode, Sandra Gouveia sits down with them to explore how Regen Waves is helping people and places move beyond sustainability, toward healing and thriving.

From immersive education to hands-on projects, their five-wave strategy is making regeneration personal, practical, and powerful. Tune in for real stories of hope, action, and transformation, one conversation at a time

In this episode, Marie Sztana, co-founder of 2 Girls 1 Reusable Cup Podcast (@2g1reusablecup), is joined by Nuno da Silva — systemic facilitator, educator, and co-founder of Lucida (www.lucidathinking.com) — to explore the powerful and transformative concept of regenerative development.

Together, they dive into what it means to go beyond sustainability by actively restoring ecosystems, strengthening communities, and reshaping economies. Nuno shares his perspective on regeneration not only as an ecological practice but as a holistic, human-centered approach to systemic change.

Perfect for anyone curious about the shift from doing less harm to creating real, positive impact.

One conversation at a time

In this episode, Guilherme Garcia, founder of @eccos.channel, sits down with Joaquim Espada, facilitator and permaculturist at Biovilla, to dive deep into the world of permaculture.

Together, they explore what permaculture really means, why it’s crucial in today’s world, and how it can be applied to design resilient, regenerative systems. Whether you're new to permaculture or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode offers a thoughtful and engaging introduction to the power of working with nature—one conversation at a time.

In this episode, Brechtje Smidt sits down with Joaquim Espada to explore agroforestry—an inspiring alternative to conventional farming. Learn how planting trees alongside crops enriches soil, conserves water, and boosts biodiversity. Discover why seeds matter in building resilient, regenerative systems that sustain both people and the planet.

Tune in and grow with us, one conversation at a time.