Rephonic
Artwork for People Fixing The World

People Fixing The World

BBC World Service
Climate Change
Mental Health
Kenya
Education
Loneliness
India
Environmental Sustainability
World Health Organization
Organ Donation
South Africa
Biodiversity
Transplants
Waste Management
Rhino Poaching
Deforestation
Sustainable Fashion
Water Scarcity
Madagascar
Healthcare
Plastic Waste

Discover the people and the projects trying to make the world a better place.

A weekly programme looking at common challenges around the world and the creative ways people are trying to tackle them.

Presenter Myra Anubi speaks to reporters, experts and innovators to investigate how effective different solutions are, share their successes and inspire listeners with what is possible.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes505Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Health & FitnessScience

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for People Fixing The World

Latest Episodes

For International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (October 13th), we're finding out how technology can help prevent disasters, save lives and help rescuers. In Argentina, we’ll meet Franco Rodríguez Viau whose family friends lost their home in a fire... more

How something as simple as a walk can improve our wellbeing, sharpen our thinking and bring communities closer together. We try out an innovative walking map of the UK on a journey through London, then head to the United States and Hungary, where doc... more

Wular and Dal lakes are among Kashmir's most famous natural treasures, but decades of pollution, encroachment and neglect have taken their toll. Chhavi Sachdev follows conservationists, farmers and local communities as they attempt an ambitious resto... more

We look at three solutions connected to the “three Rs” – reduce, reuse and recycle. The city of Brussels in Belgium is in the process of moving all 40 municipal nurseries over to reusable nappies – and have managed to do it without their staff kickin... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Food Chain
The Food ChainBBC World Service
CrowdScience
CrowdScienceBBC World Service
Lives Less Ordinary
Lives Less OrdinaryBBC World Service
The Inquiry
The InquiryBBC World Service

Recent Guests

Daniel Raven Ellison
Founder of Slow Ways, national walking network
Slow Ways
Episode: The joy of walking
Jakab Thorpe
Reporter who covered Walk With a Doc in Hungary
BBC
Episode: The joy of walking
David Subgier
Cardiologist featured in Walk With a Doc segment
Walk With a Doc
Episode: The joy of walking
Borbala Stern
Head of local Walk With a Doc branch in Hungary
Walk With a Doc Hungary
Episode: The joy of walking
Nermina Abdurakhmanovic
Researcher from the Fraunhofer Society in Germany
Fraunhofer Society
Episode: Clever ways to cut waste
Makafui Awuku
Entrepreneur transforming plastic packaging into school desks
Makin Touch Africa
Episode: Clever ways to cut waste
Makafui Awoku
Entrepreneur and activist in Ghana; founder of Makin Touch Africa
Makin Touch Africa
Episode: The pictures that help and heal
Justice Bedu
Reporter in Accra
BBC World Service
Episode: The pictures that help and heal
William Kremer
Reporter who contributed the Brussels nappies segment
BBC World Service
Episode: The pictures that help and heal

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 945 ratings
  • Good news & great journalism

    Well researched, globally relevant & engaging storytelling ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meganeth
    Australia3 months ago
  • People Fixing the World

    I love this podcast because it Inspires Hope! Each episode tells of people from communities around the world who are coming together to solve huge, vexing problems by creating innovative strategies that address difficult situations. Their work is improving their own lives & our world. And THAT is what we all need to learn about & to celebrate! Thank You!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LindaCares
    United States2 years ago
  • Good source of infomation

    Her narrative is quite listenable and the content is excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    09015713352
    Japan2 years ago
  • Wonderful

    Really this is what's needed, a vision for how to solve problems and examples we can look to for ideas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Opium1984
    United States3 years ago
  • Wizard

    Love hearing about wizard and prophet solutions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dame Davies
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise hopeful, solution-focused storytelling with global relevance.
Many appreciate high-quality reporting and diverse, on-the-ground perspectives.
Some note requests for tagging guests more clearly or labeling repeat episodes.
Audience cites inspiring, concrete examples of community impact and scalable ideas.
Overall, listeners find the content informative, uplifting, and trustworthy.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#176
United Kingdom/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#136
Japan/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#138
Netherlands/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#168
Spain/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#175
New Zealand/Health & Fitness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The pictures that help and heal
Q: Do these gamified approaches have lasting impact, or do motivation and engagement fade over time?
Engagement tends to decline without ongoing personalization, but adaptive gamification that tailors challenges to individual engagement can maintain interest and improve long-term adoption.
The pictures that help and heal
Q: Could you give me some examples of how gamification has been used to encourage energy savings?
Studies in places like Singapore showed personalized targets and feedback leading to higher savings, while UK programs like Energy Aware used storytelling and competitive elements to achieve measurable reductions in electricity and gas use.
Living longer, living better
Q: What sparked the idea for Generation and Aldrinx Festival?
Anna explains she saw vast potential when working with the elderly in municipalities and wanted to connect research, health organizations, and non-profits to create an inviting, inclusive space.
The dogs that bring hope
Q: How do the dogs help heal trauma and why does this work?
Dogs respond to trust, touch, and eye contact which triggers oxytocin and calming responses; the human-dog bond offers a narrative space to share experiences and find renewed hope, effectively functioning as part of a broader therapy approach.
The dogs that bring hope
Q: What has been the impact of having this dog in your life?
The dog companionship has reduced nightmares, provided emotional support, and helped the guardian feel safe and connected, transforming traumatic memories into manageable experiences and offering a trusted friend in daily life.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About People Fixing The World

What is People Fixing The World about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A globally focused, solution-oriented series exploring how communities tackle large-scale challenges. Episodes spotlight projects in areas like wildlife connectivity, sustainable tourism, gender equality, urban planning, repair culture, aging, trafficking prevention, and neurodiversity in the workplace. The show blends on-the-ground reporting, expert analysis, and human-interest storytelling to assess what works and why, often featuring policymakers, researchers, NGO leaders, and innovators. A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on practical impact, scalable models, and the human stories behind cutting-edge initiatives, making it useful for listeners who want actionable ideas and examples from diverse contexts.

Where can I find podcast stats for People Fixing The World?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for People Fixing The World. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to People Fixing The World and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does People Fixing The World get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for People Fixing The World, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for People Fixing The World?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for People Fixing The World, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does People Fixing The World have?

To see how many followers or subscribers People Fixing The World has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to People Fixing The World?

These podcasts share a similar audience with People Fixing The World:

1. The Food Chain
2. CrowdScience
3. BBC Inside Science
4. Lives Less Ordinary
5. The Inquiry

How many episodes of People Fixing The World are there?

People Fixing The World launched 10 years ago and published 505 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact People Fixing The World?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for People Fixing The World?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for People Fixing The World from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for People Fixing The World?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of People Fixing The World. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on People Fixing The World?

Recent guests on People Fixing The World include:

1. Daniel Raven Ellison
2. Jakab Thorpe
3. David Subgier
4. Borbala Stern
5. Nermina Abdurakhmanovic
6. Makafui Awuku
7. Makafui Awoku
8. Justice Bedu

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days