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Fix The News

Fix The News
Climate Change
Malaria
Mental Health
Global Health
Malaria Vaccine
Hope
Clinton Global Initiative
Vaccines
Renewable Energy
Water Security
Sustainable Food Networks
Public Health
Social Change
Plastic Pollution
Environmental Conservation
RTSS
Child Health
Education
Gaza
Conservation

What does it take to change the world? Fix The News (formerly Hope Is A Verb) brings you stories from the frontlines of progress. From grassroots problem-solvers to global big thinkers, each episode explores the people, ideas and innovations creating a better future - because the story of the world isn’t just what’s broken, it’s also what's working. New episode every second Wednesday. Hosted by An... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when two solutions-focused news platforms compare notes on how to change the narrative of the world? Meet Myra Anubi - BBC journalist and host of People Fixing the World - who, like Fix The News, is part of a growing movement to challeng... more

This week’s headlines include – a historic shift in the global energy transition as renewables meet all new electricity demand; Africa’s measles vaccination drive saving 19.5 million lives; a breakthrough gene therapy restoring hearing; major global ... more

What happens when two friends in rural Australia take on the global hunger crisis? Meet Rob Houghton and Ken Dachi - a third-generation farmer and a multicultural advisor from Leeton, NSW - who turned a single conversation into Grain of Hope: a grass... more

This week’s headlines include – a global milestone in ocean protection; Brazil’s new deforestation crackdown using satellite monitoring; major gains in women’s rights and maternal health; record renewable energy growth in the US and Europe; and a gro... more

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Recent Guests

Ken (farmer)
Farmer from Leeton, co-founder of Grain of Hope
Grain of Hope
Episode: Grain of Hope – How Australian Farmers Are Tackling Global Hunger
Rob (farmer)
Farmer from Leeton, co-founder of Grain of Hope
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Episode: Grain of Hope – How Australian Farmers Are Tackling Global Hunger
Jane Goodall
Renowned primatologist and human rights advocate
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Episode: Big News: Hope Is A Verb Is Now Fix The News Podcast
Damon Gameau
Filmmaker and founder of Future Council
Future Council
Episode: Future Council - No More 'Adult Washing'
Enric Sala
Marine ecologist and founder of Pristine Seas
National Geographic
Episode: Enric Sala - Ocean Time Machine
David Fajgenbaum
A physician scientist who co-founded Every Cure, focusing on repurposing medications.
Every Cure
Episode: David Fajgenbaum - The Medicine We Missed
Rutger Bregman
Bestselling author known for his works 'Utopia for Realists' and 'Humankind'
Episode: Rutger Bregman – Quit Your Job, Change The World
Paulie Stewart
Lead singer of The Painters and Dockers, music journalist, and author
The Painters and Dockers
Episode: Paulie Stewart - Punk Magic
Boyan Slat
Founder of The Ocean Cleanup
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Episode: Boyan Slat - The Impossible Cleanup

Hosts

Angus Hervey
Host of Hope Is A Verb; likely primary host with deep involvement in sustainability and future-focused storytelling.
Amy Davoren-Rose
Co-host of Hope Is A Verb; engaged in storytelling that highlights positive global change and activist voices.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • Such a breath of fresh air

    It’s so nice to listen to a round up of positive news stories in the world to offset the negative fear inducing stories from the regular news. Really a well-being promoting experience listening to this podcast. Thank you guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sweeneyyoung
    Australia3 months ago
  • A shot at history

    The 3-part story about the development of the malaria vaccine is incredibly well done. Thank you for sharing so many perspectives and stories from this enormous cooperative effort.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrSquirrel
    Canada7 months ago
  • Thank you - what a wonderful suprise for the ears and mind

    Absolutely loved these insightful interviews and the first ask me anything is an absolutely brilliant discussion … Thank you for sharing solutions based news in this way; an energising listen in a world often highlighting gloom.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rebecca Newman
    Australia8 months ago
  • Original and informative

    Such valuable content. This podcast showcases stories you are unlikely to hear elsewhere. Uplifting listening. Don’t miss it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Them Changes first single
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Fine people focus on solution

    find the wave underway, dream up a better day, stay wholy together fueled by constant fruitation of hope.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sigve
    Finlanda year ago

Listeners Say

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Guests bring unique insights and practical solutions.
Feel-good but substantive; great for mental reset and motivation.
Positive, hopeful energy; a refreshing counterpoint to doomscrolling.
Entertainment value paired with informative, solution-oriented content.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Enric Sala - Ocean Time Machine
Q: When you're talking about saving the ocean, how do you measure success?
Success is helping to create Marine Protected Areas and ensuring they are financed and well managed for marine life to recover.
Enric Sala - Ocean Time Machine
Q: How do you protect a patch of ocean?
A country passes a law designating the area as a Marine Protected Area, with clear boundaries and regulations.
Enric Sala - Ocean Time Machine
Q: What do you wish more people knew or thought about the ocean?
The ocean is important for a healthy ecosystem and everything is connected; we depend on it.
Enric Sala - Ocean Time Machine
Q: What does the word hope mean to you, Enric Sala?
Hope is the only choice. In these moments that are so difficult politically, environmentally, socially, hope is the lifeline that the world needs.
Future Council - No More 'Adult Washing'
Q: Can you tell us about your journey and why you care so much?
Both Skye and Cece shared personal experiences that sparked their eco-activism, with a strong influence from their communities and families.

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A positivity-forward show that highlights progress across health, environment, science, and social issues through in-depth interviews and roundups. Episodes frequently feature environmental activism, conservation breakthroughs, health and education milestones, and innovative policy shifts, all framed around practical solutions and human stories. Notable is the blend of field reporting, youth voices, and expert guests that illuminates what's working and how listeners can contribute to change. This combination makes it a strong fit for audiences seeking hopeful, action-oriented perspectives on global challenges and opportunities.

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Fix The News launched 3 years ago and published 71 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Fix The News include:

1. Ken (farmer)
2. Rob (farmer)
3. Jane Goodall
4. Damon Gameau
5. Enric Sala
6. David Fajgenbaum
7. Rutger Bregman
8. Paulie Stewart

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