In this bonus episode of the Access to Inspiration podcast, host Sue Stockdale announces the release of the 2024 Impact Report, highlighting the podcast’s achievements and how it creates a social impact. Listeners share their love for the inspiring conversations and the hidden gems found in each episode. Notable key points from the report are:…
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Monique Maissan, CEO of Waste2Wear talks to Sue Stockdale about her entrepreneurial journey to manufacture textiles from recycled plastic bottles. Monique saw an opportunity to make a positive impact in the textile industry, one of the most polluting industries in the world, and pivoted her business to focus on this. She explains the process that…
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Host Sue Stockdale talks to Sofia Heinonen, a dedicated biologist and Executive Director of Rewilding Argentina. Sofia shares her journey from a young girl fascinated by the natural world to leading significant conservation efforts in Argentina and beyond. Sophia’s early experiences with biodiversity and bird watching sparked a lifelong passion for conservation. She discusses her…
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Dive deep into the heart of Raleigh International in episode 125 of the Access to Inspiration podcast. Sue Stockdale talks to Managing Director Lucy Constable Fernandez and UK Alumni Society co-chair Jeremy Fish about the transformative power of Raleigh expeditions, sharing personal experiences and insights into the organisation’s evolution from past to present. Jeremy shares…
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In episode 124 we delve into the world of outdoor education with Neil Wightwick, a leading figure in driving national policy in Scotland to make outdoor education accessible to all. Discover how outdoor environments can become powerful classrooms and how physical challenges can foster growth and curiosity in students. Neil shares his passion for varied…
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In episode 123 we explore the world of sports and mindset mastery with Danielle McDonough, a former professional ice hockey player turned mindset coach. Danielle shares her journey from the ice rink to coaching, emphasising the importance of overcoming self-doubt to achieve peak performance. Host Sue Stockdale talks to Danielle about athlete psychology, imposter syndrome,…
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In episode 122, host Sue Stockdale explores the delicate balance between commerce and conservation in the world of forestry with guest Roderick Aitken. As a fifth-generation family business in Scotland importing tropical wood, Roddy shares insights on sustainable practices and the collective responsibility we have towards the planet, discusses the importance of protecting precious ecosystems…
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Sue Stockdale talks to Arild Nydegger Øvre-Eide and Gyrid Dahl, from Øvre-Eide farm in Bergen, Norway. Arild, the fifth-generation owner of a small farm, discusses his decision to become a farmer and how his father’s support played a role in his journey. Gyrid who works at the farm explains what motivated her to change career…
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