The Wisdom & Action Podcast

By Small Giants Academy

How can we get ourselves out of the mess that we’re in and leave a world we want to gift our children and future generations? Join Small Giants Academy co-founder, Berry Liberman, as she speaks with b... more

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February 08, 2024 Anna Funder on erasure and the patriarchy
We’re back with another amazing episode! Our guest this week is Anna Funder, an incredible Australian writer whose books Stasiland and All That I Am are prize winning international best sellers. Her most recent work, Wifedom, is an exploration of Eileen O'Shaughnessy, George Orwell's first wife who was almost successfully erased from history - until now. Anna shares her inspiration for the book, reflecting on her own experiences within a seemingly egalitarian marriage as she unravels the intricacies of patriarchy, a system deeply embedded in language and societal norms. We explore the complexities of gender dynamics, the invisible labor of women, and the need for accurate language to dismantle patriarchal structures so that we can foster a deeper understanding for envisioning new possibilities and emergent futures.

Books mentioned:
Wifedom by Anna Funder
Stasiland by Anna Funder
All That I Am by Anna Funder
Stravinsky's Lunch by Drusilla Modjeska
The Complete Works of George Orwell by Peter Davidson
Animal Farm by George Orwell
1984 by George Orwell

Want to turn this wisdom into action? Visit:
Small Giants Academy - Impact Safari
Small Giants Academy - The Mastery of Business and Empathy
Small Giants Academy - Interconnected Leader

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December 14, 2023Nora Bateson on systems thinking and the meadow crisis
We are so thrilled to introduce you to the legendary Nora Bateson! Nora is a celebrated filmmaker, writer, and president of the International Bateson Institute in Sweden. Her interdisciplinary work combines biology, cognition, art, anthropology, and psychology where she delves into ecological patterns in living systems. Nora introduces us to the concept of “warm logic” and “double binds” and challenges traditional ways of thinking that are rooted in linear causality. We also explore the difference between the "Situation Room" approach, driven by immediate problem-solving, and the holistic perspective of the "Meadow," which emphasises ongoing mutual learning, adaptability and context. It sounds like a lot, but we promise it's worth it. There's even a saucy poem in the mix! We are so excited for you to listen - let us know what you think by leaving a rating and review on your podcast app, or email us at [email protected] and visit us at https://www.smallgiants.com.au/wisdomandaction.

Books mentioned:
Small Arcs of Larger Circles: Framing Through Other Patterns by Nora Bateson
Combining by Nora Bateson
Wilding: The Return of Nature to a British Farm by Isabella Tree
Websites to explore:
Warm Data Lab
Bateson Institute
Nora’s blog
Knepp
Want to turn this wisdom into action?
Small Giants Academy - Impact Safari
Small Giants Academy - The Mastery of Business and Empathy
Small Giants Academy - Interconnected Leader

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December 07, 2023 Ben Goldsmith on grief and the miracle of nature
Welcome to the first episode of the Wisdom and Action podcast, brought to you by the Small Giants Academy. Join host Berry Liberman as she chats with Ben Goldsmith, a leading figure in green investment and the rewilding movement in the UK and Europe. The conversation navigates the complexities of valuing nature, rewilding, and the financial markets in the restoration process. As Berry and Ben explore the mysteries of our connection with nature, they touch on the profound impact of grief and loss, and Ben shares his personal journey about how nature became a source of solace and joy in the aftermath of losing his daughter Iris. Drawing from Ben's book, "God is an Octopus," and his podcast, " Rewilding the World with Ben Goldsmith," we’re introduced to systems thinking, biodiversity and how we can reweave ourselves back into the miracle of life on this planet.

Want to turn this wisdom into action? Visit https://www.smallgiants.com.au/wisdomandaction to find out more, email us at [email protected] or look at our Impact Safari: Rewilding The British Isles.

You can also check out our friends at:
Knepp
The Regenerators
Odonata Foundation
World Wide Fund for Nature

For investors, check out these exciting biodiversity and nature funds:
BCF fund from Sentient
Nattergal

And finally if you want information deliver straight into your inbox, follow these newsletters:
Wisdom and Action Newsletter
Bush Heritage
Rewilding Britain

Big love,
Berry

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December 05, 2023 Welcome to the Wisdom & Action Podcast
We’ve been brewing something special here at The Small Giants Academy and can’t wait to show you. The Wisdom and Action Podcast… coming soon.

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March 21, 2023 Joan Scheckel Works With Feeling
Legendary Hollywood screenwriting teacher Joan Scheckel shares her insights about the true value of meaningful storytelling. Joan has refined a creative process called The Technique – a deep storytelling discipline so deep and profound, you dare not do it if you're not 100 per cent committed to your craft.Joan has worked on hundreds of films: from Little Miss Sunshine to Whale Rider to Transparent. Talking with Joan, we are in the presence of a true master.
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February 21, 2023 Unlocking Enough #3 with Stephen Jenkinson
This week’s conversation is between Berry and Canadian culture activist Stephen Jenkinson. His work is really hard to classify. You may have read his conversation with Pierz Newton-John in issue 54 of Dumbo Feather magazine. Stephen has worked extensively with people who are dying, and their families. He’s worked in medical care, agriculture, and he’s also a canoe builder and sculptor. Stephen’s the author of Come of Age and Die Wise. He travels the world performing the Nights of Grief and Mystery Tour, coming to Australia in late 2023.
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February 13, 2023 Where Are We Headed? with Nate Hagens #2: Energy
This is episode 2 of our mini-series with Nate Hagens, where he and Berry explore the role of energy in our lives and in our economies, and how our short-term thinking around energy in the past two centuries in particular is bringing and will continue to bring huge implications.They wrestle with our collective behaviours and thinking, and unpack some of the adaptive solutions and opportunities available for us to work with the circumstances we are in.You can dive deeper into the work of Nate Hagens through his podcast and programs, “The Great Simplification".You can also explore more in our work over at smallgiants.com.au
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January 23, 2023 Unlocking Enough #2 with Gabor Mate
Gabor Mate is a Hungarian-Canadian physician who specialises in addiction and childhood development.His most recent book, a must read, is The Myth of Normal, all about trauma, illness and healing in a toxic culture. We apologise for the rough audio in this chat, but hope you'll still be able to take in many of the gems it harbours.
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January 09, 2023 Where Are We Headed? with Nate Hagens #1: Human Behaviour
Introducing our new mini-series with Dumbo Feather favourite, Nate Hagens! You may remember our conversation with Nate from a couple of episodes back, where he gave us a big picture overview of the various interlocking crises of this moment, or what he calls "the human predicament."We are going deeper into this with a mini-series that unpacks a range of issues and asks the question, "What can our collective future look like?" In this episode, Berry and Nate explore the topic of human behaviour, and why that is critical to addressing many of the systemic challenges we face. If you haven’t listened to our first chat with Nate, go back now to The Good Society #1.
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December 19, 2022 Unlocking Enough #1 with Dr. Julia Kim
Dr Julia Kim is the Program Director of the Gross National Happiness Centre in Bhutan. Long time readers and listeners of Dumbo Feather will be familiar with the GNH framework, which many organisations, cities and communities around the world have implemented to shape a more sustainable and holistic vision of their success. Julia shares more on that and why Bhutan is such a rich place for leadership exploration in this chat with Small Giants Academy head of programs, Tamsin Jones.You can learn more about the Gross National Happiness Centre over at gnhcentrebhutan.orgJoin Small Giants Academy on an Impact Safari to Bhutan in 2023. Visit impactsafari.com for more
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