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Shaken Not BurnedWeathering the costs: climate risk and the new business reality with FISExtreme weather is here. Supply chains are vulnerable. Insurance costs are rising. And whether or not governments pull funding for climate science or roll back disclosure rules, businesses, economies, and insurers still have to grapple with the very real impacts. Insurers can’t afford to ignore mounting losses, and companies can’t afford to ignore their exposure. Risk still needs to be priced, especially in a world where the costs are only going up.In the latest episode of Shaken Not Burned, host Felicia Jackson sits down with Tom Sabbatelli-Goodyer, VP of climate risk at FIS, to unpa...2025-05-0146 min
Shaken Not BurnedConcrete change: why decarbonising cement is key with Eco Material TechnologiesCement might not be sexy, but it is responsible for 8% of global emissions – and it's in everything from critical infrastructure to homes. It's fundamental to development and its decarbonisation is critical to net zero success.This week, Felicia dives into the future of construction with Grant Quasha, CEO of Eco Material Technologies, the largest supplier of low-carbon cement alternatives in North America.They unpack how industrial waste like coal ash and steel slag are being transformed into sustainable building materials, why AI is reshaping power and construction demands, and how policy and carbon tar...2025-04-1733 min
Shaken Not BurnedSatellites, soil & forest carbon with ArbonicsOver the last couple of years forest carbon credits have become an increasingly contentious solution to the climate challenge because of questions around additionality, permanence and leakage. Scandals have emerged over how carbon credits are estimated and assessed, much of which stems from outdated or flawed methodologies. The risk of greenwashing is a core concern, that credits have been used by companies to appear climate-friendly without delivering real impact.With advancing technology, stronger regulation and the introduction of dynamic baselines however, nature-based solutions like forest conservation and reforestation are critical to the capture and storage o...2025-04-0335 min
Shaken Not BurnedWhy the future of food needs a radical shift with Cibus CapitalAgriculture is responsible for around a quarter of global emissions, yet the environmental impact isn’t reflected in the cost of food. The food industry faces the challenge of balancing supply and demand in a world of finite resources, alongside the externalities that modern food production has created – from biodiversity loss to rising health concerns linked to ultra-processed foods.This week Felicia talks to Alastair Cooper, head of venture at Cibus Capital, to explore one of the most pressing challenges of our time: the need for a sustainable food system. The conversation uncovers the hidden cost...2025-03-2040 min
Station Square with Robert JacksonStation Square: Felicia FinleyFelicia Finley joins me on Station Square to talk shop about her journey into showbiz and performing on Broadway theatre!Felicia's website: https://www.feliciafinley.com/My website: https://robertjackson.carrd.co/2025-03-191h 49
Shaken Not BurnedSeason 4 Ep 7: Frugal innovations: solutions for the Global South with a2iClimate resilience is essential to protect communities in vulnerable regions against extreme weather events. But the volume of funding for adaptation in the Global South, which bears the brunt of climate change, remains far smaller than that for mitigation, which is driving communities to find their own homegrown solutions. Richer nations, which contribute the majority of emissions, must be held accountable. This week, Felicia talks to Ashfaq Zaman, strategic communication advisor for Aspire to Innovate (a2i), the Bangladeshi government’s innovation agency, about resilience, vulnerability and reorganising the way we understand value.We...2025-03-0633 min
Shaken Not BurnedSeason 4 Ep 5 - Is the Paris Agreement fit for purpose?Multilateral treaties underpin so much of what's needed to achieve climate and sustainability goals, but few understand the complexities of international treaties or the real challenges of global cooperation.Nearly 200 nations with different economic and geopolitical interests have to negotiate emissions cuts, financial responsibilities, commitments and strategies for how to achieve their goals. Is it any wonder that most of us look at the annual climate meetings and wonder why progress is so slow?This week Felicia talks to Dr. Harald Heubaum, chair of the Centre for Energy and Climate Policy at SOAS, University of...2025-02-2035 min
Shaken Not BurnedSeason 4 Ep 4 - Understanding biodiversity in business with EcoVadisBiodiversity is the foundation of nature’s ability to function, yet it’s vanishing at an alarming rate; so much so that experts call it the sixth mass extinction. With over half of the world’s GDP relying on nature, businesses ignoring this crisis risk major disruptions: biodiversity loss, largely driven by resource extraction and industrial activity, already has major effects on global supply chains and the economy. This week, Felicia chats with Nicole Sherwin, chief impact officer at sustainability intelligence company EcoVadis, about why biodiversity matters for businesses and how a risin...2025-02-1332 min
Shaken Not BurnedSeason 4 Ep 2 - Climate change: a super wicked problem? With Professor Mark MaslinClimate change is a super wicked problem: time is running out to address it; the same people who caused the problem are also the ones responsible for fixing it, from governments to the fossil fuel industry; and there's no central body or authority to turn to. On top of this, policymakers are in the habit of discounting the future, meaning they look at short-term wins rather than long-term solutions for which they may not be rewarded. For example, if the UK had pushed heavily into renewables early enough, the current cost of living crisis, largely driven by...2025-01-3041 min
Shaken Not BurnedSeason 4 Ep 1 - Sustainability: how did we get here?Sustainability has become a business imperative. What years ago may have been dismissed as “hippie, tree-hugging” talk in the boardroom is now being seriously demanded by investors, customers, and consumers.But how did we get here?In the first episode of the fourth season, Shaken Not Burned co-host and co-founder Felicia Jackson takes the guest seat, interviewed by fellow co-host and co-founder Giulia Bottaro. Felicia has over two decades of experience in the sustainability world as a lecturer, consultant, researcher, and journalist.We cover the history of business sustainability, touching on the...2025-01-2346 min
Shaken Not BurnedSeason 4: A new startSeason 4 of Shaken Not Burned is about to start!Our new iteration is all about providing the tools to build sustainability literacy. Many professionals are being thrust into a world they are not familiar with, having to learn new jargon or come up with strategies to keep up with what's going on in their industry and beyond.We have compiled a list of topics that are ever-present and ever-changing in sustainability debates, such as the history and outcomes of the Paris Agreement, the concept of degrowth, the practicalities of the G of ESG, what climate...2025-01-1601 min
Co-Parent CourtCPC: SE2-AI-Episode1 - Introducing Felicia and WardIn this episode, Judge Rochelle Jackson introduces the AI parents for season 2 of Co-Parent Court, Felicia and Ward. The co-parents are introduced to a coparenting communication strategy to improve their communication skills. 2025-01-1314 min
Rethinking Our HistoryEpisode 13: Andrew Jackson Part 2:Send us a textWe have come to the end of the tale of the life and legacy of the 7th president of the United States of America, Andrew Jackson.After his busy military career Jackson set out, and accomplished, reaching the highest office in the land. His presidency was filled with drama, petty disputes, and genocide. Which aren't they all?But I do believe one of the greatest takeaways from learning this history is to be able to recognize when it is repeating itself right before your eyes.ROH EP 13...2024-11-2552 minRethinking Our HistoryEpisode 12: Andrew Jackson Part 1:Send us a textSo last week we looked at the forced removal of native nations from the southeastern US. One of the largest proponents of this removal was Andrew Jackson, the 7th president of the US.But Jackson's life did not start out in circles of power. In fact tragedy would strike his family just weeks before Andrew was even born. And at the young age of 14 Jackson would become and orphan due to a series of events that set him up to be the man written about in history books.But...2024-11-1855 min
Shaken Not BurnedSeason 3 Ep 11: Balancing plastic waste with Seven Clean SeasEight million metric tons of plastic enter the ocean annually, averaging to about 22,000 metric tons per day – roughly equivalent to dumping one garbage truck of plastic into the ocean every minute. That plastic ruins rivers and shorelines, affects fish, birds and corals, and harms ecosystems and communities. We need both upstream (design, reduction) and downstream (collection, recycling) solutions. Felicia talks to Tom Peacock-Nazil, founder of Seven Clean Seas, an organisation with a dual approach: cleaning up plastic waste from the ocean while helping companies measure and reduce their plastic impact. They discuss the im...2024-11-1448 min
Brown Mama BearEpisode 144: CPR Made Simple with Felicia JacksonThank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson. Today on the show, Shanera talks with the inventor of CPR Wrap, a product that helps people quickly and effectively administer CPR to anyone if needed. Felicia Jackson turned her child’s near-death experience into an opportunity to help others save lives. CPRWrap.com Connect with Felicia Jackson: Instagram, LinkedIn Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at...2024-11-0527 min
Shaken Not BurnedSeason 3: Ep 9 Linking sustainability to performance with AnthesisBusinesses face challenges and opportunities in adapting to climate change regulations and sustainability reporting. Linking sustainability strategies to performance and progress is a crucial aspect of this journey.In this episode, Felicia talks to Stuart McLachlan, chief executive of sustainability firm Anthesis, about the shift from traditional business models to sustainable practices, emphasising the need for organisations to take responsibility for their externalities and adopt circular economy principles. Adaptability and collaboration are fundamental, as seen in sustainable agriculture and pre-competitive collaboration during the pandemic - in the end, so much of what we need to...2024-10-3138 min
Shaken Not BurnedSeason 3 Ep 8: Carbon markets uncovered with EcoSecuritiesIn this week's episode, Felicia talks to Pablo Fernandez, chief executive of global climate solutions company EcoSecurities. The carbon markets are a contentious, but effective, tool for leveraging finance for action on climate change. Carbon offsets, an important tool within these markets, allow companies to invest in emissions reduction projects, often in developing countries, as a cost-effective way to meet climate goals. However, issues such as weak demand, inconsistent pricing, and trust in project quality have challenged the effectiveness of carbon markets.What matters is understanding which credits are appropriate for your industry and business, a...2024-10-2455 min