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Hope Is A Verb

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What does it take to change the world? This podcast will introduce you to the people who are who are mending our planet, stitching together a new future and showing us the best of what it is to be human. Hosts: Angus Hervey, Amy Davoren-Rose

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Depending on where you get your news, 2024 probably sounded like a complete disaster. And while a lot of terrible things happened, not everything that happened in the world was terrible. From breakthrough treatments for HIV and obesity, to the rise i... more

Meet Steven Pinker, a cognitive psychologist and public intellectual who is one of the world’s greatest thinkers on the topic of progress. He is the author of 12 books, including ‘Better Angels of Our Nature,’ which played a key role in the origin st... more

Meet Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo, a psychologist and narrative therapist who uses a travelling caravan to bring mental health services to townships on the outskirts of Johannesburg. Tackling gender-based violence and high rates of youth depression, Ncazelo’s... more

Meet Sonia Vallabh, a lawyer turned scientist with one of the most compelling stories we have ever heard. In 2011, Sonia was diagnosed with prion disease, a rare and fatal genetic illness with no viable treatment. Against all odds, Sonia and her husb... more

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Recent Guests

Steven Pinker
Johnston Family Professor of Psychology at Harvard University, author, and public intellectual
Harvard University
Episode: Steven Pinker – Why Progress Is Possible
Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo
Psychologist and Narrative Therapist
Polar NGO
Episode: Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo – The Caravan of Joy and Tears
Sonia Vallabh
Biomedical scientist retraining to find a cure for prion disease
Co-founder of a research lab
Episode: Sonia Vallabh - A Scientist's Quest to Cure Her Own Disease
Jane Goodall
Renowned primatologist and conservationist
Episode: Clinton Global Initiative - Millions of Little Bits
Zach Wyatt
Founder of Carolina Farm Trust, focusing on sustainable food networks
Carolina Farm Trust
Episode: Clinton Global Initiative - Millions of Little Bits
Gavita Gulhati
Leader in water security initiatives
Episode: Clinton Global Initiative - Millions of Little Bits
Bridget Helms
CEO of Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship
Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship
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Erica Koh
Global leader at McKinsey Health Institute
McKinsey Health Institute
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Jules Chappell
CEO of Cockro, involved in mental health funding initiatives
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Hosts

Angus Hervey
Co-host with a passion for storytelling and social advocacy.
Amy Davoren-Rose
Co-host focused on promoting hope and solutions for global challenges.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • 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 Kingdom6 months 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
    Finland7 months ago
  • Great antidote to daily news.

    Gulp. Gulp.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Integral coach.
    Canadaa year ago
  • What a refreshing outlook on life and the world!

    I love the newsletter - informative, balanced and hopeful. The podcast is equally informative but most importantly, hopeful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve4theworld
    Canadaa year ago
  • The best and most healing thing I’ve ever heard.

    This show is a must listen for anyone.

    Makes me want to engage with the world and help make it better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Durero
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the positive outlook and inspiring stories shared, highlighting how the content offers hope and motivates action.
Feedback often mentions a strong connection with the hosts, who effectively convey the importance of individual and collective efforts in making a difference.
Many find the episodes to be an enlightening contrast to typical news narratives, focusing on solutions instead of problems.

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Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo – The Caravan of Joy and Tears
Q: Why should the world be celebrating?
Celebration is important as it acknowledges survival and small achievements in life.
Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo – The Caravan of Joy and Tears
Q: What does the word hope mean to you? What does it look like?
Hope looks like reconnecting with one’s sense of self outside of trauma stories.
Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo – The Caravan of Joy and Tears
Q: Is there anything in the world that is giving you hope right now?
Ncazelo expresses hope through connections with people helping disadvantaged communities.
Steven Pinker – Why Progress Is Possible
Q: What counts as progress?
Progress consists of improvements in measures of human well-being like longevity, health, education, and prosperity.
Steven Pinker – Why Progress Is Possible
Q: Is there anything good happening in the world right now?
Yes, there are many advancements in technology, health, and rights, despite current global challenges.

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2. Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo
3. Sonia Vallabh
4. Jane Goodall
5. Zach Wyatt
6. Gavita Gulhati
7. Bridget Helms
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