This week the world has come together to mourn the death of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday, age 88. As speculation mounts about who will replace him, and whether they will be a reformer or traditionalist, we want to reflect on Pope France’s contribution to the climate movement and the change he drove around the world, not just across the 1.4 billion Catholics he led, but beyond to other religions and cultures too.

Pope Francis was an unapologetic environmental advocate, and he used his papacy to raise awareness about the critical need to curb greenhouse gas emissions. While many believed he shouldn’t discuss it, because it was considered ‘political,’ the Pope said that climate change was a spiritual issue, and he clearly laid out the consequences of not tackling it in his 2015 “Laudato Si” - the first-ever papal encyclical focused solely on the environment. In it, he discussed climate change, loss of biodiversity to water scarcity, as well as societal breakdown, and how the poorest would suffer the most.

A follow-up “Laudato Si” was published in 2023, and in this, Pope Francis called for a broad change in the “irresponsible lifestyle connected with the Western model.” So, we must ask - did we listen? Because global emissions have kept rising, including record emissions released in 2024.

One positive sign of the Pope’s contribution is environmental leaders from around the world acknowledging the impact he had in waking the world up to the dangers we face, leaving a legacy firmly entrenched in the climate movement. The Pope was a climate activist.

We had two very special guests join us. Clare Westwood, who is a powerhouse in the climate movement, and regional director of the Roman Catholic Episcopal Commission for Creation Justice of Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, and the Co-Founder and Executive Chair of Laudato Si' Asia – a Coalition for Culture of Care, Resilience and Ecological Justice (LSIA-CAREJ).

Dr Lorna Gold is the Executive Director of the Laudato Sì Movement. Lorna’s focus is on supporting the team at a time of significant change, amplifying the intersection of faith and environmental stewardship. Since 2015, LSM's team's dedication has cultivated a global network advancing ecological conversion. Dr Gold’s tenure as Interim CEO at FaithInvest fortified her resolve to align faith-based investments with environmental and social sustainability, pioneering strategies that resonate with shared values for a healthier planet.

We’ll be discussing the Pope’s legacy and a lot more of the environmental news we think you should be aware of, including the economic and geopolitical situation the world is currently in, so come and join us, 25th April, 8am UK, 2pm TH, 3pm SG, 6pm AEST.

Climate Courage is a livestream, held every two weeks and is co-hosted by Andrea T Edwards, Dr. David Ko and Richard Busellato. On the show, we cover critical topics across the full spectrum of the polycrisis, in everyday language, and we go big picture on the climate crisis, while also drilling down and focusing on the actions we can all take to be part of the solution. Whether individual action, community action, or national/global action - every single one of us can be part of ensuring a live-able future for our children and grandchildren. We owe them that!

#ClimateCourage #RethinkingChoices #UncommonCourage

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It’s been hard to have a break from the show with so much going on in the news, but our sanity is important, as is spending time with family. That said, we are very happy to be back this week, and of course, we are going to talk about the tariff battle between the US and China, digging into the question – who is going to win? If you’re in the US, you might have a different view, but out here in Asia, we see things very differently and we’re looking forward to exploring it.

No question, the news has been relentless, and we will talk about coping with the onslaught, but to give you a flavour for topics, we have to ask - has the US already gone fully fascist? Ignoring a Supreme Court ruling, attempting to control universities, attacking law firms who don’t comply, axing the wire service from the Whitehouse coverage pool, as well suing any media organisations reporting on topics the Trump administration doesn’t like, all the way through to pondering whether it’s legal to send US citizens to El Salvadorian prisons… to name a few, but it doesn’t sound very Democratic, does it?

But what does it all mean to us – living beyond the US? The economy is obviously top of mind, as is world peace, but how do we understand this within the context of the even more alarming research from Copernicus’ Climate Change Service and James Hansen’s latest paper on accelerated warming? It’s a lot, so come and join us as we dig into a complicated time in human history. It’s all happening Friday 18th April, 8am UK, 2pm TH, 3pm SG and 6pm AEST.

To help us this week, we’ve got two special guests, as Tim Wade will be delivering an Easter sermon at this time. First up is Coen (陈坚明) Tan, CSP, whose goal is to help the silenced reclaim their true voice one story at a time. Coen coaches business leaders to inspire and lead through magnetic stories, and he’s the host of "The Wholehearted Podcast.” Our other guest is Philip F. Hisn. Philip is a speaker, author, strategic parenting advisor, investment management advisor, as well as an EduTech and non-profit community advisor. What a great combination of guest speakers to liven up the conversation.

The Know Show is a Livestream held every fortnight on Friday, where Andrea T Edwards, Tim Wade and Joe Augustin, and at least one special guest, review the news that’s getting everyone’s attention, as well as perhaps what requires our attention. We’ll talk about what it means to us, the world and we hope to inspire great conversations on the news that matters in the world today.

The Know Show is based on Andrea T Edwards Weekend Reads, which are published every Saturday on andreatedwards.com, and covers the planetary crisis, topical moments in the world, global politics and war, business and technology, social issues, and passion/humour/history. Join us.

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To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

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My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

In February, Caroline Lucas and Rupert Read wrote an article in The New Statesman titled: It’s time for climate populism. They suggest that as politics turns against net zero, we need to mobilise a genuine mass movement against ecological catastrophe. It’s an adaptation message and concludes with: a depolarising wave of action that mobilises communities’ instinctive protective instincts could really be… popular. And that is climate popularism.

In response, Joseph Gelfer wrote: Climate Populism is Coming, But Not The Way Progressives Think. He argues that progressives may be right that climate populism is coming, but that they fundamentally do not understand the form it is going to take. A primary reason for this is because you can’t take your existing agenda and “make it populist.”

Climate Populism is Coming, But Not The Way Progressives Think - ZNetwork

We think this is a really important issue, so we’re going to discuss the bigger story and opportunity/threat around the idea of climate populism, AND we’re going to talk about how to operationalise it, as well as the barriers leaders of the climate movement face if they are serious about taking real-world action, which must prioritize those most at risk within our societies. If we don’t carry them, we will not succeed, and extremism will continue to rise.

To help us explore this far-reaching topic, we are delighted that Joseph Gelfer said yes to joining us on Climate Courage. Joseph is a British-based sustainability strategist and green jobs advocate. Currently he is thought leadership lead at Kite Insights, which helps businesses and organisations achieve their sustainability, climate and biodiversity goals. Kite Insights focus includes: supporting thought leadership, research, communications and strategy; maximizing presence at major events such as COP, WEF, Climate Week NYC and London Climate Action Week; as well as building capacity via The Climate School and its Sustainability Action Readiness Assessment. Joseph speaks it like it is, so it’s going to be a great conversation, join us!

Climate Courage is a livestream, held every two weeks and is co-hosted by Andrea T Edwards, Dr. David Ko and Richard Busellato. On the show, we cover critical topics across the full spectrum of the polycrisis, in everyday language, and we go big picture on the climate crisis, while also drilling down and focusing on the actions we can all take to be part of the solution. Whether individual action, community action, or national/global action - every single one of us can be part of ensuring a live-able future for our children and grandchildren. We owe them that!

#ClimateCourage #RethinkingChoices #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

Climate scientist, Ben Santer, was recently quoted in an article suggesting we are now at a fork in the road and it’s time to decide which path we take: “The fork we face is the choice between science and ignorance, between climate stability and climate carnage, between democracy and dictatorship. Between bright hope and dark despair. If we do not choose wisely, we will betray the sacred trust of our children and grandchildren.”

This isn’t just about the climate, it’s about multiple crisis’ (the polycrisis), and when we look around the world, or even within our own communities, many prefer to ignore the seriousness of this moment, because acknowledging it is just too hard to bear. And yet this is the road we are on, so how can we mobilize enough people to rise with resolve, strength and courage to make sure we choose the right path, especially as so many remain lost to hopelessness and despair?

All we need to do is look at the United States, the world’s most powerful democracy – (which, incidentally, could lose its democracy status, according to Varieties of Democracy project) – with its leaders making decisions upending the whole world order, creating chaos and increasing the risk of violence and war. It’s certainly not too early to draw the conclusion that we are now firmly going in the unwise direction Ben Santer was talking about.

So, it’s time to ask - will we rise together and embrace this moment to change our path? Or will we fail? As always, lots to talk about, so join us, Friday 21st March, 7am UK, 2pm TH, 3pm SG and 6pm AEST.

To help us this week, we’ve got a super special guest, John Dykes. In his former life, John became Asia's best-known sports anchor through his work with ESPN Star Sports and Premier League Productions, where he covered global events, from the Academy Awards to World Cups, and he has worked alongside leaders in showbiz, sport, and industry, learning what it takes to excel at the top. Today he’s a host, keynote speaker and corporate coach, helping teams and leaders ace presentations, perfect their pitches and perform at their best. We’re looking forward to hearing what he has to say!

The Know Show is a Livestream held every fortnight on Friday, where Andrea T Edwards, Tim Wade and Joe Augustin, and at least one special guest, review the news that’s getting everyone’s attention, as well as perhaps what requires our attention. We’ll talk about what it means to us, the world and we hope to inspire great conversations on the news that matters in the world today.

The Know Show is based on Andrea T Edwards Weekend Reads, which are published every Saturday on andreatedwards.com, and covers the planetary crisis, topical moments in the world, global politics and war, business and technology, social issues, and passion/humour/history. Join us.

#TheKnowShow #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

Does the marketing profession have an outsized impact on the environmental crisis? And if so, how can marketing change track to play a greater role in building a sustainable future? That’s our focus this week, and we’re going to start with the problem with marketing, going back through history to its present day. We’ll look at its role, the harm it does, and the challenges we face in turning the marketing ship around.

We will look at marketing’s role in behaviour change and consumption habits, greenwashing, and it’s even worse cousin, greenhushing, all the way through to the importance of DEI across the profession, but also in the work delivered. Most importantly, we’ll talk through the sustainable marketing compass and the pillars of sustainable marketing maturity modelling – which is the solution piece to address the challenges, and a path forward for the industry.

To help us uncover this fascinating topic, we are absolutely delighted to welcome two guests: Alexis Eyre and Paul Randle. Alexis and Paul are co-authors of the excellent book, Sustainable Marketing: the industry’s role in a sustainable future. Paul is a sustainable marketing professional and a top 100 marketing influencer, and Alexis is also a sustainable marketing expert and a LinkedIn Top Sustainable Marketing Voice. We can’t wait to hear what they have to share.

Come and join us on Friday, 14th March 2025 – 3pm Singapore time, and 7am UK time, or listen to the recording afterwards. We livestream to multiple locations, so follow us all on social media.

You can buy Sustainable Marketing: The Industry’s Role in a Sustainable Future on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Sustainable-Marketing-Industrys-Role-Future/dp/1398613134/ref=sr_1_1?crid=12B7809QCGNGF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Raze9uaE8CarHyAzj5-PlrWXWr80R10IXhPk6gOd4ibGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.-Q8pvZAMT9tcEsDo2xFrmcLip0vr6ENRVjG1PLcboiM&dib_tag=se&keywords=sustainable+marketing+the+industrys+role+in+a+sustainable+future&qid=1741938896&sprefix=sustainable+marketing+the+industrys+role+in+a+sustainable+future%2Caps%2C306&sr=8-1

Climate Courage is a livestream, held every two weeks and is co-hosted by Andrea T Edwards, Dr. David Ko and Richard Busellato. On the show, we cover critical topics across the full spectrum of the polycrisis, in everyday language, and we go big picture on the climate crisis, while also drilling down and focusing on the actions we can all take to be part of the solution. Whether individual action, community action, or national/global action - every single one of us can be part of ensuring a live-able future for our children and grandchildren. We owe them that!

#ClimateCourage #RethinkingChoices #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

We’ve been talking about the failure of imagination in coming to terms with this moment in time geopolitically since the start of the year, so are we imagining enough now? Let’s hope so, because things are certainly getting intense, and fear is ricocheting around the world. Definitely not an easy time for any of us.

As we’ve witnessed in recent weeks, it appears the US is now sprinting towards authoritarianism, while abandoning its allies and joining with its enemies. From the Zelensky debacle in the Whitehouse, aligning with Russia and North Korea in a key UN vote against the war in Ukraine, causing emergency meetings across Europe, with President Marcon discussing nuclear deterrence, and another French politician referring to Elon Musk as a “jester high on ketamine,” and Donald Trump as Nero. No question everything is hotting up.

Within the US, we heard Trump’s State of the Union this week and all the shenanigans surrounding it, along with many other concerning developments within the country, as well as international impacts. This includes international tariffs and all that entails, along with China proclaiming it is ready for “any type of war” with the US, while committing to a 7.2% increase in defence spending. It’s a big discussion, covering a wide array of topics, and we’ll do our best to focus on what matters most.

To help us this week, we are delighted to welcome Michael Chua, a cybersecurity and digital technology consultant who has served banks, big tech and governments in 19 countries across four continents over the last 20 years. But even more interesting is Michael is an award-winning writer, producer, director and actor, appearing in more than 400 productions. He’s also the author of the novel "Maid in Singapore". We are looking forward to hearing what you have to say Michael!

The Livestream kicks off at 3pm Singapore time, Friday 7th February 2025. Come and join us, this is going to be a great conversation!

The Know Show is a Livestream held every fortnight on Friday, where Andrea T Edwards, Tim Wade and Joe Augustin, and at least one special guest, review the news that’s getting everyone’s attention, as well as perhaps what requires our attention. We’ll talk about what it means to us, the world and we hope to inspire great conversations on the news that matters in the world today.

The Know Show is based on Andrea T Edwards Weekend Reads, which are published every Saturday on andreatedwards.com, and covers the planetary crisis, topical moments in the world, global politics and war, business and technology, social issues, and passion/humour/history. Join us.

#TheKnowShow #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

We’ve had to reschedule our marketing show due to a clash for our guest, so we are going to delve deeper into the economic conversation, this time focusing on the fact that the greatest transfer of wealth in history is about to happen. What, we hear you say? The richest group in human history are the Boomers, and as they start to head over the rainbow bridge, $60-80 trillion of their wealth will be transferred to the next generations – Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z and the new Alphas.

This is the great wealth transfer, and where we are today is because of how wealth has been spent up to this point, however, now it is our time to spend it, and this is the place where a massive revolution can take place. It is our chance to separate the world we currently have, with the world we want in the future, and if we get it right, perhaps we can avoid social collapse?

The biggest question we must ask ourselves is, how can we use this inherited wealth to keep hydrocarbons in the ground? Well, we can do business that ensures we grow and thrive at natures pace. How do we do that? That’s what we’re going to discuss in this week’s Climate Courage!

Come and join us on Friday, 28th February 2025 – 3pm Singapore time, and 7am UK time, or listen to the recording afterwards. We livestream to multiple locations, so follow us all on social media.

Climate Courage is a livestream, held every two weeks and is co-hosted by Andrea T Edwards, Dr. David Ko and Richard Busellato. On the show, we cover critical topics across the full spectrum of the polycrisis, in everyday language, and we go big picture on the climate crisis, while also drilling down and focusing on the actions we can all take to be part of the solution. Whether individual action, community action, or national/global action - every single one of us can be part of ensuring a live-able future for our children and grandchildren. We owe them that!

#ClimateCourage #RethinkingChoices #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

Yes it has and it’s a whole lot worse than most thought possible. Of course, we’re not just talking about the chaos in the US, but everything else too - Canada, Mexico, Panama, Greenland, Gaza, China, Ukraine, Russia, to name a few, along with, of course, challenging the very foundations of Europe – that went down well, didn’t it?

Are we witnessing the creation of a New World Order in real-time, as many claim? It certainly can’t be ruled out, so what does it mean for the rest of us? How will the ripples ‘ripple’ out and impact our lives? Can we expect world leaders to respond with strength, or will they be weak? We’ll discuss the signs so far. And what about Europe specifically - what can we expect there? Then again, we could be witnessing the collapse of the US Empire (as many predict) an event of such enormous scale, it would turn the world on its head. If that happens, let’s just say: no empire has ever ‘died’ gently…

It's a tense time and everyone is on tenterhooks quite rightly, and that’s why we are absolutely delighted to welcome the amazing Jessica Figueras to join us this week. Based in the UK - which means she’s bringing a perspective from the UK/EU - Jess is Chair of Trustees for the UK Cyber Security Council and Co-Founder of CxB, which focuses on Cyber Governance for Boards. She’s been named one of Computer Weekly's Most Influential Women in UK Tech (2024, 2023, 2022 and 2021), and is a Security Unsung Heroes Awards winner (2024) too. Essentially, Jess works at the intersection of technology, government and civil society in the fields of cyber security and trust, online safety, risk, regulation, and social impact. She also has a very keen mind for politics, so we can’t wait to hear what she has to say.

The Livestream kicks off at 3pm Singapore time/7am UK time, Friday 21st February 2025. Come and join us, this is going to be a great conversation!

The Know Show is a Livestream held every fortnight on Friday, where Andrea T Edwards, Tim Wade and Joe Augustin, and at least one special guest, review the news that’s getting everyone’s attention, as well as perhaps what requires our attention. We’ll talk about what it means to us, the world and we hope to inspire great conversations on the news that matters in the world today.

The Know Show is based on Andrea T Edwards Weekend Reads, which are published every Saturday on andreatedwards.com, and covers the planetary crisis, topical moments in the world, global politics and war, business and technology, social issues, and passion/humour/history. Join us.

#TheKnowShow #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar