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Aspects of CrimeLESLEY KARA talks to Aspects of CrimeLesley Kara talks to Paul Burke about her new psychological thriller Troublemaker, inspirations, domestic noir, The Rumour on tv and getting a bit part in it.
Troublemaker : Storm used to be just like her name. Wild and strong. A force to be reckoned with.But ever since her younger brother was killed in a violent mugging, she has led a very different life: quiet and cautious, seeing danger everywhere. Storm’s tendency to panic has resulted in several false alarms, so when she witnesses a murder with uncanny similarities to the way her brother was killed, an...
2026-01-221h 02
Money for Change (EN)UK special: Gillian Burke talks to new Triodos Bank UK CEO Mark ClaytonMark Clayton took over the reins of Triodos Bank UK in May of this year. He recently caught up with biologist, presenter and Triodos customer Gillian Burke to provide a flavour of what he has been doing in his first six months in the role and answer questions posed by customers.Mark covers questions across a wide range of topics, including executive pay, business banking, community energy projects, and what prompted his decision to make the leap to a values-based bank. We hope you enjoy getting to know Mark better, and our thanks to the UK customers...
2025-10-2224 min
House of LifeS1:E13 - Do we need to disconnect to reconnect?In episode 13, we explore a deceptively simple question: do we need to disconnect to reconnect? But as we quickly discover, it’s not so straightforward — what exactly are we disconnecting from, and what are we trying to reconnect to?The conversation weaves through personal experiences and bigger questions about modern life. Tom shares insights from a recent Reiki course where he experienced an unusual depth of human connection, which made him wonder: why isn’t this normal? Why do we have to seek out special experiences to feel truly present with other people?We dig into t...
2025-10-021h 27
The Midlife Critics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 30: R.I.P. Ozzy + #FreshCuts Vol. 70We start the episode paying tribute to the late great Ozzy Osbourne before getting into our songs of the week in #FreshCuts Vol. 70. Nathan Ferrell, Steve Strait, Wellington Davis, and Claire Knight join your host Burke Wasson. We discuss the changing dynamics of the crowd at live shows, Trent Reznor making songs for Disney movies, and we ponder if The Midlife Critics are a curse or in tune with the world. You'll also hear a clip of Bryan Mosby rapping to Wu-Tang Clan. If you enjoy this podcast, you can donate any amount, big...
2025-07-251h 40
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke40: I would MANDATE MILITARY CARBON REPORTING with Dr Benjamin NeimarkClimate and War: Understanding the Intersection of the Military Sector and the Climate & Nature CrisisThis episode delves into the challenging topic of carbon emissions and other environmental impacts of peacetime and wartime military activities. From the impact of burning fossils fuels, construction of military bases and the use of concrete, a high carbon-emitter material, in the construction of military bases as well as defensive and offensive structures. The discussion with Dr Benjamin Neimark, Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University of London, is wide-ranging and urgent, particularly in the face of hot wars in Ukraine and the Ga...
2025-07-2058 minIf I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke39: I would END IMPUNITY with Cal MajorIn episode 39 of the 'If I Ruled The World' podcast, host Gillian Burke records an impromptu episode as she engages in a raw and heartfelt discussion with ocean activist Cal Major. Responding to an Instagram post about the ongoing genocide in Gaza, and the escalation of war in the Middle East in general, Cal Major opens up about her feelings of helplessness and the challenges of speaking out.Together, they explore why the nature & environmental sector remains largely silent on issues of war, the interconnectedness of environmental destruction and military conflict and more nuanced barriers t...
2025-06-271h 04
Our OceanWar, System Change, and Speaking UpThis is a "podcast share" with 'If I Ruled The World' - a show all about system change, with the brilliant Gillian Burke. What that means is that we've recorded this episode together, to sit on both of our platforms. It's a slightly different format to what you might be used to on Our Ocean - a little bit longer, and less of an interview, more of a conversation. Less facts and figures, and more exploring concepts.It's by far the most challenging episode we've recorded so far - stepping into the realm of the impacts of...
2025-06-271h 04If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke38: I would DISMANTLE CAPITALISM with Grace BlakeleyUnpacking Modern Capitalism: From Gaza to Global InequalityA deeply introspective and wide-ranging discussion, that explores environmentalism, climate activism, and critiques of capitalism. The conversation dives into the historical context of the Gaza conflict, the inherent authoritarianism in capitalism, and systemic inequalities it inevitably creates positing that socialism is now true democracy. Grace asserts the need for community and collective action being necessary to support the revolutionary change, the challenges faced by those pushing against the status quo, and the potential for revolutionary change fuelled by grassroots movements. Links & Mentions:https://graceblakeley.co.u...
2025-06-201h 17
The Midlife Critics PodcastSeason 3 Episode 19: #FreshCuts Vol. 60 (I'm So Tired)Our songs of the week for #FreshCuts Vol. 60 are an ethereal trip of heaviness and funk. They’re also maybe a sign that we need to slow things down a little bit. Burke Wasson is joined by fellow Midlife Critics Travis Boots, Nathan Ferrell, and Wellington Davis to talk all about our songs. We talk life, social issues, and humorous bullshittery. It’s a good hang with great music. Dig it!If you enjoy this podcast, you can donate any amount, big or small, to keep it going through the following apps...
2025-05-091h 37If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke37: I would BAN STOCK MARKETS: Tamsyn Widdon (Green Economics Educator)In this conversation, Tamsyn Widdon explores the principles of Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and its implications for economics, environment, and society. Tamsyn shares her journey from a background in education and development to becoming an economist and advocate for MMT, emphasizing the need to rethink our understanding of money, government spending, and economic growth. The discussion looks at the origins of money, the role of government in shaping economies, and the potential for a new economic future focused on wellbeing rather than profit. The conversation also touches on the importance of democratic engagement and participation in local and national...
2025-04-2854 minIf I Ruled the World by Gillian BurkeBONUS: I would CITIZEN'S ARREST the biggest polluters: Gail Lynch (CAN:Citizen's Arrest Network)In this emergency bonus episode, host Gillian Burke interviews Gail Lynch, an organiser and member of the newly formed Citizens' Arrest Network, discussing the urgent need for new citizen-led approach, based on corporate accountability, to the poor systemic response to climate and ecological crises. Gail shares her personal journey, the motivations behind the Citizens' Arrest Network, and the legal mechanisms they employ to hold corporations accountable for environmental and societal harm. The discussion emphasises the importance of collective action, community engagement, and the role of individuals in driving systemic change.takeawaysGail e...
2025-04-0754 min
For What It’s Earth[Listener Questions] Solar roads in the UK, water use in airports and cleaning up the North Sea oil tanker crashWe've got three absolutely corking listener questions on the show this week, including one from the wonderful Gillian Burke! We're answering: A South Korean motorway has a solar panel-covered bike lane in its central reservation - can we do this in the UK? How much water and waste accumulates at airport security, and can we reduce it? What's the env. impact of the north sea oil tanker crash, and how do we clean jet fuel/nurdles out of the ocean?
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2025-04-0241 minIf I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke36: I would restore Britain as a RAINFOREST NATION: Merlin Hanbury-TenisonIn this conversation, Merlin Hanbury-Tenison shares his multifaceted journey as a veteran, conservationist, and author. He discusses his new book 'Our Oaken Bones', which explores themes of healing through nature, personal trauma, and the interconnectedness of mental health, the environment and a new 'agrorainforestry' model that holds a 1,000 year vision of restoring Britain as a rainforest nation. Merlin reflects on his experiences in Afghanistan, the healing power of the Atlantic temperate rainforest, and emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to land use that incorporates food production and the role of apex predators in maintaining ecological balance. T...
2025-03-301h 09If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke35: I would DECOLONISE CONSERVATION with Sophie Grig (Survival International)In this episode of 'If I Ruled the World', host Gillian Burke explores the human cost of conservation with Survival International's Asia Campaigns Director, Sophie Grig. Conventional 'fortress conservation' models, rooted in colonial ideals of wilderness areas emptied of people, fenced off and defended, with brute force if necessary. Systemic human rights abuses, mass displacements of tribal peoples, and land grabs are the result.Links & mentionsSurvival International: For tribes, for nature, for all humanityBlack2Nature: Helping inner-city VME children connect with natureWWF accused of...
2025-03-1958 minIf I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke34: I would PROTECT THE PEOPLE not profitsToday’s episode is a little bit different... where Gillian gets to the guest on a podcast swap with The Starlit Stories podcast. Artist and podcaster, Stella Marie for holds space for Gillian to rediscover her voice as she transitions towards quiet quitting the system (see previous episode). In this episode, the tone and direction is set for the coming year on If I Ruled the World.A huge thank you to Stella for permission to use this interview. Do check out The Starlit Stories podcast (see links below).Keywords:syste...
2025-02-281h 15
The Plodcast287. A wander on the Cornish coast with wildlife presenter and podcaster Gillian BurkeEnjoy a wander and deep dive into some of the big issues facing our wild world with zoologist and BBC tv presenter Gillian Burke during a beautiful walk along the Cornish coast near Falmouth.Gillian hosts her own podcast If I Ruled the World which explores big ideas and big themes, looking at the challenges facing the modern world and finding potential solutions. Listen on for a fascinating discussion.If I Ruled the World is available on all good podcast providers.The BBC Countryfile...
2025-02-2551 minIf I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke33: I am QUIET QUITTING CAPITALISM (I think)In this episode of 'If I Ruled the World', Gillian Burke reflects on her journey as a podcaster, the challenges of navigating current events, and the importance of storytelling. She discusses the upcoming guests, indigenous rights, and social justice. Gillian also shares her personal experiences stepping away from the BBC and her commitment to fostering change through her podcast. The episode emphasizes the need for understanding extremism, the true cost of development, and the power of diversity in recognizing our shared humanity.Takeaways · Storytelling is an intimate act, akin to confi...
2025-02-1424 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke32: I would reestablish the RULE OF INTERNATIONAL LAW: Gillian Burke (Xmas 2024)Give us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!As 2024 draws to a close, If I Ruled the World flips the script. Producer Sam takes the reins, interviewing Gillian! Together, they reflect on a groundbreaking year of system-change conversations. From capitalism’s unraveling to the wisdom of nature and indigenous perspectives, Gillian shares her biggest takeaways, lessons learned, and hopes for the future.And the moment you’ve all been waiting for… Gillian reveals what she would do if she ruled the world and why she believes re-establishing the gl...
2024-12-271h 29
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke31: I would put NATURE on the BOARD: Simeon Rose (Faith in Nature)What would the world look like if nature really had a voice? Welcome back to 'If I Ruled the World' featuring a unique perspective on leadership and decision-making from Simeon Rose, the Creative Director at Faith in Nature. In this episode, we explore how this pioneering company became the first globally to make nature the boss, setting a groundbreaking precedent in corporate governance.Give us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!Key Points Discussed:Journey of Faith in Nature: Delve into the company’s evolution from a...
2024-12-131h 12
ConversationsAntarctica, Kiribati and outback Australia — the adventures of a GP doctorWhen Dr Gillian Deakin became a GP, she knew she didn’t want to work behind a desk. Instead, she travelled overseas to make a difference. More recently, she has focused on treating patients with functional illnesses — symptoms that come and go despite all tests and scans showing up as normal.Dr Gillian Deakin grew up close enough to hear the lions roaring at night in Sydney's Taronga Zoo.She was part of a large, Catholic family and learned social justice and critical thinking from a young age.When Gillian became a doctor, she...
2024-12-0247 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke30: I would use MUSIC to PROTECT NATURE: Sam LeeGive us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!If you don’t know what ‘Artivism’ means and why it matters, you’re about to! Today, we explore the intricate melodies of change through the perspective of Sam Lee, a Mercury Prize-nominated musician and passionate nature activist. Sam shares his unique journey from the bustling streets of London to the tranquil wilderness, harmonising folk traditions with urgent environmental advocacy. Hear how Sam is advocating for systemic change and a deeper connection to our natural roots.Episode Highlights:Musical...
2024-11-2959 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke30: I would DISMANTLE MONOPOLIES: Cory DoctorowGive us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!Brace yourselves! In this episode, we delve into the dynamics behind runaway consumption and throwaway culture with Cory Doctorow, writer, journalist, and a fervent advocate for digital rights and freedoms. From examining monopolies in the tech industry to exploring the mechanisms of corporate influence over our digital lives, Cory shares his insights on how we might rebalance power and stop everything getting worse for the greater good of societyEpisode HighlightsMonopolies and Corporate Power: Cory discusses the...
2024-11-151h 05
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke29: I would DISCONNECT to RECONNECT: Tom Greenwood (Wholegrain Digital)Give us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!In this episode, we delve into the seemingly shiny world of digital technology, only to discover that it may just be a facade on top of a more troubling reality. Tom Greenwood, co-founder of Wholegrain Digital, shares his insights on digital sustainability—a critical aspect of our modern life that's often overlooked. From his early disillusionment with eco-design to spearheading innovations in digital impact assessment, Tom's journey is not just about technological advancement but also a moral quest to reshape the di...
2024-11-011h 23
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke27: I would put FUTURE GENERATIONS FIRST: Matua Marc PeardGive us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!Slow down. Make some space. Today's discussion focuses on cultural resilience, the power of reclaiming identity, and the shared human experiences that connect us all, regardless of geography. Join me as I delve into these themes with Matua Marc Peard; an influential voice in both broadcasting and Maori cultural advocacy.Episode Highlights:Cultural Reclamation and Everyday Life:Marc shares insights into how Maori cultural practices and language have been interwoven into everyday life in Aotearoa...
2024-10-181h 23
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke26: I would make MONEY WORK FOR POSITIVE CHANGE: Bevis Watts (CEO, Triodos Bank)They say money makes the world go round… let’s find out how! Welcome back to "If I Ruled the World," the podcast where we delve into the minds of those who dare to imagine a better future. Today, we're joined by Bevis Watts, the UK's first environmentalist banker and CEO of Triodos Bank UK (Our wonderful sponsors). Inspired by the pioneering nature writer Richard Jefferies, Bevis discusses his unique journey from conservation to the being at the forefront of banking system reform.Episode Highlights:Richard Jefferies' Legacy: We start with the poignant history behind Bevis' name...
2024-10-0455 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke25: I would bring ANCIENT WISDOM to present day problems: George ThompsonWelcome to another episode of If I Ruled the World, where I ask my guests what they would do if they ruled the world! In today’s episode, we delve into the heart of personal and planetary transformation with George Thompson. A system change practitioner, filmmaker, Tai Chi teacher, and a communicator of Daoist philosophy, George shares his profound journey from the Wudang mountains of China back to the heart of modern civilisation, exploring how ancient wisdom can guide us through today’s challenges.Episode Highlights:The Interconnection of All Beings:George begins by r...
2024-09-201h 23
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke24: I would ABOLISH THE MILITARY: Joe GlentonGive us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!“All you have when the shit hits the fan is each other... Often that is enough.” Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of "If I Ruled the World." Today, I sit down with Joe Glenton, a former British soldier turned journalist and anti-war activist. Joe shares his transformation from a ‘good’ military operative to a voice for peace, dissecting the complexities of military ethics and the true cost of war.Episode Highlights:Military Lessons: Joe opens up about the valuable...
2024-09-061h 38
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke23: I would GREEN THE GHETTO: Majora CarterGive us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!Since recording this episode, Kamala Harris has been nominated as the US Democratic Party’s presidential candidate. So strap yourselves in for a seriously timely conversation about leadership challenges for women of colour! Today, I’m joined by Majora Carter, an urban revitalisation strategy consultant and real estate developer, who is famously known for her pioneering work in green urban planning in the South Bronx.Episode Highlights:Majora's Early Influence:Growing up in South Bronx, Majora shar...
2024-08-231h 09
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke22: I would restore the SACREDNESS of ALL LIFE: Stella MarieBrace yourselves, this one is a little different…My guest this week, Stella Marie, shares her explorations into animism and her personal & ancestral connections to the land. A heavy lean into discussions about the sacredness of all life, indigenous wisdom, and the potential transformative power of reconnecting with traditional knowledge systems is at the heart of this conversation. This episode delves into Stella's personal story of spiritual awakening and recovery from loss & addiction through reconnecting with nature, the potential of therapeutic psychedelics, and the broader implications for ecological and collective healing.Key Points Discussed:The Po...
2024-08-091h 02
Seismic PodcastingKISS: The Right Podcast Workflow for YouLearn from the "Keep It Simple, Stupid" principle to guide youself through setting up the technical infrastructure for your podcast. Whether you're based in an office, working from home, or always on the go, this episode offers practical advice to ensure your podcast setup is as straightforward and effective as possible.Key Topics Discussed:Introduction to Keeping It Simple: The history and importance of the "Keep It Simple, Stupid" principle and its application to podcasting.Office-Based Setups: Exploring the benefits and challenges of recording in a dedicated office space.Home Setups...
2024-08-0112 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke21: I would give INDIGENOUS nations a voice: Leah Penniman (Soul Fire Farm)“Indigeneity is ancient, but it’s also present and future.” Today, we explore the profound connection between humanity and the natural world. Gillian is joined by Leah Penniman, a dedicated farmer, soil enthusiast, mother, and co-founder of the Afro-Indigenous Centered Community Farm in New York State, known as Soul Fire Farm.Key TakeawaysRevisiting Youthful Idealism:Hear a powerful recording from Leah’s high school graduation speech, questioning the motivations behind our life choices and our impact on the planet.Reflections on Personal and Social Identity:Leah discusses her unique experiences as a bla...
2024-07-261h 22
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke20: I would ban BILLIONAIRES: Polly Smythe (Novara Media)Work, wealth, people & planet…Welcome back! Today, we dive into the profound impact of work on our lives and society. Our guest, Polly Smythe, a journalist and labour movement correspondent, offers her perspective on the transformation of work, the erosion of worker protections, and the intersection of labour rights with broader social and environmental issues. What would you do, if you weren’t working all the time?…Key TakeawaysHistorical Context and the Modern Work Crisis:Polly provides a historical overview of the labour movement, connecting past struggles to current challenges in the workplace. She di...
2024-07-121h 04
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke19: I would ban GUNS: Tyrique Glasgow (Young Chances Foundation)In today's episode, we meet Tyrique Glasgow, a South Philadelphia native who transformed his life from a trajectory marked by gun violence and incarceration to one of community service and mentorship. Tyrique is the founder of the Young Chances Foundation, a community organisation that addresses the deeper systemic issues affecting urban communities, such as access to quality nutrition, generational trauma, and environmental pollution.Key TakeawaysCommunity and Personal Transformation:Tyrique shares his personal journey from surviving multiple shootings and imprisonment to becoming a pivotal community figure. His transformation began with mentoring local youths, eventually...
2024-06-2858 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke18: I would get JUSTICE for Grenfell: Ed Daffarn (Grenfell United)In this moving and powerful episode, Gillian delves into the Grenfell Tower tragedy with Ed Daffarn, a resident and activist who foresaw the disaster. Ed shares his first-hand account of the events leading up to, during, and following the devastating fire on June 14, 2017, that claimed 72 lives and destroyed 127 homes in West London.Key TakeawaysForewarning and Neglect:Ed details the persistent warnings issued by the residents about the tower's safety issues, which were systematically ignored by the management and local authorities. These included concerns over faulty fire doors, sprinklers, and the dangerous cladding that...
2024-06-1456 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke17: I would create a Gross Gaia Happiness Index: Tim LentonGive us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!What would society look like if we scrapped GDP as a measure of progress? This week, Gillian chats with Professor Tim Lenton, a seasoned expert in Earth System Science from the University of Exeter to find out. We dive into the profound connections between our planet's systems and the Gaia hypothesis; exploring how the conditions of life on earth are maintained by self-regulating systems in the ocean, atmosphere, rock and by life itself.Key Takeaways:Understanding Earth...
2024-05-3148 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke16: I would catch up with my previous guests.Give us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!It’s stock taking time! Today I’m checking in with some of the previous guests on the show to see how they’re getting on and what progress they have made since we last spoke. This episode threw up some real curve balls and I had no idea what to expect! Sit back and relax as we kick off the episode with a beautiful quote from Angela Davis speaking back in 1972…Key Takeaways:Global Student Activism: Insight into the...
2024-05-1746 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke15: I would make HOUSING affordable globally: Juha Kahila (Y-Säätiö)Should housing be a human right? Today we delve into a transformative solution to homelessness, inspired by Finland’s success. Our guest, Juha Kahila, brings over a decade of expertise and currently serves as the international coordinator of the Y Foundation (Y-Säätiö) in Finland. This episode explores the Housing First approach, showcasing its effectiveness and potential as a global blueprint for ending homelessness.Key Takeaways:Understanding Homelessness in Finland:Juha provides an overview of homelessness in Finland, including the historical context and current status.Insights into why Finland's approach is uniqu...
2024-05-0353 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke14: I would scale AGROFORESTRY across the globe: George YoungGive us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!Continuing with the food theme… today we explore the vital relationship between agriculture and ecology. Join me as I sit down with George Young, a visionary farmer who has transitioned from conventional to agroecological farming practices. Discover how George integrates biodiversity and sustainable methods to enhance the 'aliveness' of his family farm and the broader implications for our environment and food security.Key Takeaways:George's Farming Evolution:George shares his personal journey of becoming a farmer and transitioning fr...
2024-04-191h 04
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke13: I would ban JUNK FOOD advertising!: Luke (Bite Back 2030)Give us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world!Enjoying your lunch break? Not so fast… Today, we dive into the pressing issue of junk food marketing and its impact on youth with Luke, an 18-year-old school student, food justice campaigner for Bite Back 2030, and youth parliament member. Join us as Luke shares his journey into activism, the significant challenges posed by unhealthy food marketing, and the collective efforts required to forge a healthier future for his, and future generations.Key Takeaways:The Catalyst for Change:The mo...
2024-04-0552 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke12: I would give YOUNG PEOPLE the vote: Craig Bennett (CEO The Wildlife Trusts)Good data, good decision making, values and accountability! A recipe for change. Join us as we engage in a profound conversation with Craig Bennett, CEO of The Wildlife Trusts. This episode navigates Craig's journey to becoming a beacon of environmental activism, the intertwining of politics and conservation, and how leadership shapes the course of environmental advocacy. Delve into Craig's critical views on current global environmental policies, and the imperative role of diverse, youthful voices in forging a sustainable future.Key Takeaways:Craig Bennett's Path to Environmentalism:An introduction to Craig's backstory and pivotal moments with Friends...
2024-03-221h 07
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke11: I would ban post-90's music!: John BoyleBrace yourself, as we embark on a voyage through the profound insights and stories of ex-lawyer turned documentary filmmaker John Boyle and an array of personalities. This episode unravels the complex tapestry of global issues—from piracy and environmental crises to revolutionary politics—through the lens of individual experiences. Most importantly, it poses some questions: Who are the good guys? Who are the bad guys? And who get’s to decide?Key Takeaways:John Boyle's Pioneering Path:Boyle's early life and transition from a legal career to documentary filmmaking, fuelled by his love for the ocean.Insigh...
2024-03-0857 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke10: I would reduce global energy CONSUMPTION: Mike Webb (Gwent Wildlife Trust)Today, we delve into the complex relationship between renewable energy development and biodiversity conservation. Gillian speaks with Mike Webb from the Gwent Wildlife Trust, exploring the nuanced challenges that solar power station developments pose to biodiversity-rich habitats in South Wales and beyond. While recognising the crucial shift towards green energy, our discussion uncovers the need for strategic, sustainable planning to ensure that this transition supports both progress and nature preservation. Importantly, we also learn the importance of soldiering on to win the war even if you lose the battle.Key Takeaways:Journey to Environmental Advocacy:Mike...
2024-02-2349 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke9: We would break up BIG TECH!: Rosa Curling & Martha Dark (Foxglove Legal)Today, I’m joined by Rosa Curling and Martha Dark from Foxglove, a pioneering digital rights law firm in the UK. Rosa and Martha share their insights into the tech industry's exploitative practices and Foxglove's role in challenging these behaviours to ensure technology serves the greater good.Key Takeaways:The Mission of Foxglove:Introduction to Foxglove and its commitment to fighting for digital rights and against tech exploitation.The inspiration behind Foxglove's name and its relevance to their mission.Exposing Tech Giants:Discussion on the exploitative practices within the tech industry.Foxglove's legal battles against te...
2024-02-091h 13
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke8: “What am I not saying, that I would like to say?” - Change, Justice, & New PerspectivesToday, is a moment to reflect and express gratitude for our amazing audience & sponsors, and consider the global changes and challenges that have emerged since the inception of the podcast. The ongoing conflict in Gaza and Israel is discussed with strong emphasis on the ever-increasing need for international law to address these issues. I recall conversations with Jojo Mehta, co-founder of 'Stop Ecocide International', around ecocide as an international crime. But most importantly I remind myself of the question posed to me by Hal Rhoades of Action for Conservation: “What am I not saying, that I would like to sa...
2024-01-2621 min
A Pair of BookendsMinisode: My Beautiful Psychosis with Emma GoudeWelcome back Bookends to an exciting January minisode where we were joined by the brilliant, award-winning documentary filmmaker Emma Goude. We discuss how she turned her experiences with psychosis into her memoir My Beautiful Psychosis, the importance of having a support system in place and her time working at the BBC. If you wish to follow more of Emma and her work you can do so here.To check out Emma's book and other books/authors we discussed on today's episode: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/emma-goude-episode?Other recommendations mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...
2024-01-2443 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke7: I would stop UNELECTED BILLIONAIRES from ruling the world: Candace RondeauxToday, we explore the complex interplay of social, industrial, and environmental factors in shaping our world. In this thought-provoking episode, we are joined by Candace Rondeaux, a distinguished investigative journalist and academic. Candace delves into the pressing issues of climate change, discussing the intricate connections between digitisation, decarbonisation, and the future of democracy, and the urgent need for ethical leadership in addressing these global challenges.Key Takeaways:Candace's Journey into Russian Affairs:An overview of Candace's unexpected foray into studying Russian mercenaries.Her journey from journalism to academia.Nature, Climate Crisis, and Geopolitics:Exploring the...
2024-01-1232 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke6: We would organise our societies based on NATURE'S LOGIC: Action for ConservationToday, we delve into the inspiring world of conservation and intergenerational learning. In this episode, we are joined by Hendrikus van Hensbergen and Hannibal Rhoades, affectionately known as 'Driky' and 'Hal'. Together, they share insights from their work with Action for Conservation (AFC) and the transformative Penpont project, a far-reaching nature restoration effort set in a 2,000-acre Welsh estate in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park.Key Takeaways:Action for Conservation - The Early Days:Hendrikus van Hensbergen's founding of AFC, initially a youth-focused charity.The evolution of AFC to encompass broader conservation goals.The Penpont Project...
2023-12-2957 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke5: I would stop destructive INDUSTRIAL AGRICULTURE: Edie MukiibiWelcome back to If I Ruled the World! Today, we explore the transformative power of traditional farming practices. In this insightful episode, we're joined by Edie Mukiibi, a Ugandan agronomist, smallholder farmer, and the President of Slow Food International. Eddie brings a passionate perspective on the critical need to embrace traditional agricultural methods in Africa. He delves into the adverse effects of industrial farming and champions the health, dignity, and sustainability that traditional farming offers.Key Takeaways:Challenging Industrial Farming in Africa:Edie's critical view on the adoption of industrial farming practices in Africa.Discussing the...
2023-12-1542 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke4: I would reconnect humanity with NATURE: Robbie Blackhall-MilesToday, we delve into the profound connections between humans and nature. In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Robbie Blackhall-Miles, a renowned botanist, conservation scientist, and Vice President of the Linnean Society of London (Amongst many other things!). Robbie takes us on a journey through his deep bond with the natural world, sharing experiences as guardian of some of the world’s rarest and most endangered plant specimens, to the creation of his backyard botanical garden in North Wales. Get ready to explore the transformative power of mindset system change, and why it makes sense to make room for a...
2023-12-0149 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke1: Introduction: System Change Without Saying “System Change”In the inaugural episode of Gillian Burke's podcast, 'If I Ruled the World,' she shares the purpose and planned trajectory of the series. The podcast aims to explore ideas around system change, engaging with change makers across various sectors to discuss how they would enact positive change if they ruled the world. The podcast intends to delve into how different sectors can contribute to making the world a better place, examining the interconnectedness of human and natural worlds. Burke also introduces Triodos Bank UK, the podcast's sponsor, and shares her excitement about her first guest, Jojo Mehta, the...
2023-11-1717 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke3: I would design a fair future for ALL: Kené Umeasiegbu"Never get so far ahead of your army that you look like the enemy”. In this enlightening episode, we're joined by Kéne Umeasiegbu, a sustainability and corporate affairs leader with a rich background extending from Nigeria to international arenas. Listen as Kéne shares profound insights on the interplay of patience, understanding, and community in shaping a sustainable future.Key Takeaways:Journey from Nigeria to Global Stage:Kené's upbringing and experiences in Nigeria, setting the foundation for his perspective on sustainability.The influence of diverse cultural and environmental experiences on his approach to global susta...
2023-11-1745 min
If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke2: I would make ECOCIDE an international crime: JoJo Mehta of Stop EcocideIn this compelling episode, Gillian welcomes JoJo Mehta, co-founder and Executive Director of Stop Ecocide International. Join us as we explore the pressing concept of 'Ecocide' and its potential recognition as a criminal act under international law. JoJo discusses the transformative impact such legislation could have on environmental practices and the path to sustainable solutions.Key Takeaways:Understanding Ecocide:Introduction to the concept of 'Ecocide' and its importance.Advocating for its recognition as a criminal act under international law.Legislation for Environmental Change:The need for Ecocide laws to alter harmful environmental practices.How such...
2023-11-171h 01
Changing ConversationsE93. In conversation with Gillian HamiltonIn this episode, we chat with Gillian Hamilton, the Interim Chief Executive at Education Scotland. Following on from our conversation with Santiago and the Scottish Learning Festival we were keen to learn more about what where next.
2023-10-2748 min
For Tech’s SakeDr Conor Linehan, psychology researcherIn this extended interview with UCC’s Dr Conor Linehan, we talk more about how people respond to deepfakes, why some people don’t want the ability to recast every film at a whim, and why sometimes too much choice is a bad thing.As well as the risks and potential harms deepfakes pose, we discussed some positive uses of deepfakes, such as in assistive tech or artistically, such as in this Kendrick Lamar video.If you want to jump to the stuff that wasn’t covered in the main episode, jump to about 2...
2023-10-1134 minChanging ConversationsE85 Exploring Educational Psychology with Gillian HorribineGillian is a Chartered Educational Psychologist who teaches on the MSc in Educational Psychology at Dundee University. In this conversation, we explore how Gillian came to be an Educational Psychologist which interestingly connects with her PhD focus. We take a bit of a deep dive into the focus of her PhD and in particular cultural-historical activity theory. We also reflect on and unpick some of the misunderstandings around educational psychology and where it might make its best contribution in the future.
2023-06-201h 08
Costing the EarthSave the Microbes!It's said that a teaspoon of soil contains more life than all of the humans on earth. Microscopic life that is - bacteria, fungi, protozoa, nematode worms and microarthropods like springtails and mites, but there's increasing evidence that this invisible world, the earth's microbiome, is under threat. Author, biologist and presenter Gillian Burke is fascinated by soil and has fond memories of playing with the ochre-red soils of Kenya. Gillian digs into the science of soil to ask how to get more people to understand and care about this the trillions of organisms that exist beneath our feet in...
2023-05-1627 min
Great LivesKofi AnnanIn 1997 Kofi Annan became the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations. The nineties were a turbulent period for the organisation and it had received criticism for a lack of action in both Rwanda and Bosnia leading to thousands of deaths. Kofi was born in Ghana and after a brief spell in the USA slowly worked his way up through the organisation and his appointment was seen by many as a return to a consensus and multi-lateral approach to diplomacy.Choosing Kofi is the writer, biologist and presenter Gillian Burke. Gillian's Mum worked for the UN and Gillian...
2023-05-0227 min
The Wild Cornwall PodcastSpecial episode: Rewilding. Our last hope or a current craze?Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s panel discussion event, which took place on Wednesday 26th April 2023 at Heartlands, Pool to discuss "Rewilding. Our last hope or a current craze?"
The speakers on the panel were as follows:
• Cheryl Marriott - Head of Conservation, Cornwall Wildlife Trust
• Benedict Macdonald – Television Producer, Nature Writer and Conservationist
• Chris Jones - Organic Livestock Farmer, Woodland Valley Farm
• Dr Sarah Crowley – Senior Lecturer in Human and Animal Geography, University of Exeter.
Each speaker brings their own unique experiences and expertise in relation to the question.
...
2023-04-271h 15
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,Dr. Gillian Lockitch. Consistency, Spontaneity and ResilienceListener alert: Today's podcast is going to be a little different from my usual format of a conversation with a featured guest. First of all, it's not the podcast that I had planned, featuring 3 guest interviews - and there is a story behind this. Instead it's about mindset - my mindset and where the attributes of consistency, spontaneity and resilience come into play. And I 'm recording it spontaneously so my frustration and irritation may become obvious. So here is how this tale unfolds. Last week, I had the fun and pleasure of being a featured podcast h...
2022-11-0707 min
One to OneGospel and social change: Gillian Burke and Karen GibsonIn 2014 the biologist and presenter Gillian Burke joined a community choir in Falmouth in a bid to strengthen her voice. Singing is Gillian's passion and it's her way of switching off from work and the pressures of life.In this third programme Gillian speaks to the conductor of The Kingdom Choir, Karen Gibson. Karen grew up singing in church and Gospel groups, before graduating to the role of choir conductor on a BBC radio programme called The Gospel Train. She was asked to perform on the 35th anniversary of 'Songs of Praise', and The Kingdom Choir was...
2022-09-2013 min
Beyond 90Why Can't We Have Both? (Cap 114: Gillian Foster)Australia’s longest-running women’s football podcast (est. April 2019).
History: Gillian Foster, Matildas Cap 114
Matildas Debut: 2002 (played for the national team until 2005)
Grassroots Club:
Appearances: 39 A international appearances (1 goal), 48 appearances total
Position: Midfielder
2003 Women’s World Cup
2003 OFC Women’s Championship
Played for Canberra Eclipse (32 games, 2000-2004) and Central Coast Mariners (9 games, 2008-2010)
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2022-09-1958 minOne to OneGospel in Cornwall: Gillian Burke and Richard PenroseIn 2014 the biologist and presenter Gillian Burke joined a community choir in Falmouth in a bid to strengthen her voice. Singing is Gillian's passion and it's her way of switching off from work and the pressures of life.In this second programme Gillian delves deeper into the mechanics of gospel music and asks Musical Director Richard Penrose exactly what makes a Gospel song. They discuss Richard's own route into Gospel music which began when he was a teenager in his home town of Porthleven.Produced for BBC Audio in Bristol by Toby Field
2022-09-1313 minOne to OneGospel music in Cornwall: Gillian Burke and Ley AdewoleIn 2014 the biologist and presenter Gillian Burke joined a community choir in Falmouth in a bid to strengthen her voice. Singing is Gillian's passion and it's her way of switching off from work and the pressures of life. Ley Adewole is the Director of the Falmouth Community Gospel Choir. Ley began singing in a Pentecostal church in Coventry; she joined various singing groups, got spotted and went on to do session work. She relocated to Falmouth and set-up a gospel music workshop to fill-in the winter months. The choir was born, welcoming in people of all faiths, and even...
2022-09-0613 min
Natural Wanders - The Plodcast.Gillian Burke: ‘A small little moment can alter someone’s course’In a blustery Cornwall we meet biologist, writer and presenter Gillian Burke. We chat about Gillian’s career path from behind to in front of the camera, unpopular options and living like it’s 1999.
The Watches: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000ww4q
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Website: www.gillianburkevoice.com
Instagram: instagram.com/gillians_voice?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
For more information about Natural Wanders, go to: www.thebiglight.com/naturalwanders
2022-04-2749 min
A Good ReadGillian Burke and Dee CaffariGillian Burke and Dee Caffari discuss their favourite books with Harriett Gilbert. Gillian picks 'Braiding Sweetgrass' by Robin Wall Kimmerer which explores the author's relationship with the natural world. Dee's choice is 'Turn the Ship Around' by L. David Marquet, which is a submarine Captain's account of how he changed the leadership style aboard the USS Santa Fe. Harriett's pick is 'O Caledonia' by Elspeth Barker, a darkly comic story of a perpetually misunderstood sixteen year old in Scotland.Produced for BBC Audio in Bristol by Toby Field
2022-02-1527 min
400 Seconds Per PodcastGillian Burke: ’In Many Indigenous Languages there Simply isn’t a Word for Nature’We speak to Gillian Burke – biologist, writer, and presenter of BBC2’s Springwatch and its seasonal spinoffs – about the importance of language in the Climate Crisis, the power of singing, and local solutions to global issues.
2022-01-3006 min
The Lodge CastA Christmas Cracker - with Iolo WilliamsJoin Eva and Sophie for a final time (honestly) for 2021 in a jolly round up of the year, and one last chat with an amazing guest!
Together we'll reminisce the best bits of Season 2 with our amazing guests including Dr Amir Khan and Gillian Burke.
And we also have a wonderful, happy time with the inimitable Iolo Williams, Welsh naturalist and broadcaster. Tune in for an honest, inspiring chat about his life and career, from spending 14 years working for the RSPB, to wildlife guiding and being a beloved face of The Watches on BBC Two.
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2021-12-141h 01
advaya podcastVisioning the Future with Rob Hopkins, Jane Davidson & Gillian BurkeIn this highly thought-provoking talk, Hopkins, Davidson and Burke explore the place of imagination & stories in the birth of a new world. Rob Hopkins, environmental activist and writer, discusses research on the steady and persistent decline of our imagination, linked to the loss of a culture of play, less time spent in nature and anxiety, stress and trauma. He touches on the lack of imagination in today’s politicians and explores what the imagination actually is and the ways in which we can feed it to bring about the changes we want to see in the world. He also sh...
2021-10-082h 00
The Poet Laureate Has Gone to His ShedGillian BurkeGillian Burke is best known to us as a presenter of the 'Watch' television series - Springwatch, Autumnwatch and Winterwatch .She talks to Simon Armitage about her childhood in Kenya where she had a hands-on experience of wildlife, running barefoot outside her house searching for insects . Her love of conservation was inspired by her mother who worked in Nairobi for the UN on environmental projects . From the natural world to a love of Cornwall, along the way their conversation takes in deep sea diving and gospel singing .Produced by Susan Roberts
2021-08-0755 min
The Bearded Tit‘s PodcastPutting a Voice to Nature ft Gillian Burke #77In todays show I’m chatting to springwatch presenter Gillian Burke. Gillian finds herself living in Cornwall now and over the years has done lots of narration and voicework before making the leap to the big screen and presenting for many BBC wildlife programmes most notably the watches. She’s also a biologist, public speaker and writer.
Today we talk about how voice work is different to presenting , if she was nervous joining the watches team and why we see so few people from BAME communities on nature reserves.
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2021-07-1355 minThe Lodge CastBuilding a new table - with Gillian BurkeWelcome back lovely listeners! We are so thrilled to launch SEASON 2 of The Lodge Cast. Eva and Sophie bring you six shiny new episodes and fabulous guests, with topics ranging from nature prescriptions, beavers and plants, beavers and river health, environmental policy and so much more!
To kick us off, we have the fantastic Gillian Burke talking to us about diversity in conservation, and the importance of restoring nature in a just way - and why we must have these conversations. Gillian is a highly respected broadcaster, writer, activist and journalist, best known for presenting BBC Springwatch.
...
2021-06-1557 min
Sean's Wild LifeGillian Burke, Earth Warrior, Eco FreakBiologist, presenter, public speaker, voiceover artist, writer and mother, Gillian Burke has a lot to say. So it was a delight to have a proper chat about her upbringing and career journey to date, her hopes for our planet and humanity as well as the challenges we are facing. Perhaps best know for her presenting role on BBC Springwatch and the spin off Autumn and Winterwatch shows, we talk about her somewhat tumultuous appearance and public reception on the show, as well as the importance of diversity in the natural sciences and the natural history field....
2021-04-231h 30
The Case for Conservation Podcast9. Is there still racial discrimination in conservation? (Gillian Burke)Many Western nations have been undergoing a period of intense reflection on issues of discrimination. Recent incidents have re-ignited social movements like Black Lives Matter. Public intellectuals are addressing the topic with a variety of opinions - often confined to their own echo chambers. Are all concerns about discrimination justified? Are people too easily assuming that discrimination is the reason for injustice? And... what on Earth does any of this have to do with conservation?Gillian Burke tackles this topic with me. Gillian is a biologist by training, and her career has been mostly with...
2021-04-0555 min
Slow RadioTake Me to Your Happy PlaceWinterwatch's Gillian Burke chooses music and natural sounds that encourage her own personal wellbeing, including lapping waves, doves and crickets from her childhood in Kenya.
2021-02-0131 min
The Impossible Network148: Gillian Burke – Comfortably Living Life In A State Transition And Environmental CertaintyGillian Burke is this week’s guest. Biologist, TV producer, presenter, public speaker, voiceover artist, writer, and mother, Gillian Burke, is second generation Kenyan, has lived a life transition – or as she refers to as a state of liminality. In this broad-ranging interview, Gillian deconstructs the complexity of her racially ambiguous ‘creole’ identity. Part West […]
2021-01-131h 43
The Impossible Network148: Gillian Burke - Comfortably Living Life In A State Transition And Environmental CertaintyGUEST OVERVIEW This week's guest, biologist, TV producer, presenter, public speaker, voiceover artist, writer, and mother, Gillian Burke, is second generation Kenyan, has lived a life transition - or as she refers to as a state of liminality. In this broad-ranging interview, Gillian deconstructs the complexity of her racially ambiguous 'creole' identity. Part West Indian, part SriLankan Gillian was born in Kenya, grew up in Vienna, and studied and settled in the UK, where she has built a successful career in broadcasting with the BBC. Gillian recounts her early memories of al...
2021-01-131h 43
Inspiring People: Environmental Funders NetworkEnvironmental Philanthropy: Stories to InspireGillian Burke moderating a panel discussion with Sir Mark Rylance, Sophie Marple, Ben Goldsmith and Kevin Cox to launch EFN's new publication, Environmental Philanthropy: Stories to Inspire. The panel discuss their shared passion for the environment and the role and impact of philanthropy.
2021-01-0657 min
ReframeS1E11 Sustainability & Wellbeing with Natural History TV Producer & Presenter Gillian BurkeThe relationship between the physical world and our own wellbeing.Gillian Burke is a biologist, presenter, public speaker, voiceover artist, writer, and mother. With a passion for science and storytelling, Gillian seeks to use her experience, knowledge, platform, and voice to help make the world a better place.Gillian shares how her relationship with food and her body has changed over time, with the influence of fitness, family, and a deep connection to the natural world.You can learn more about Gillian and her work below or catch her co-presenting the current series...
2020-11-0547 min
Reframe FoodS1E11 Sustainability & Wellbeing with Natural History TV Producer & Presenter Gillian BurkeThe relationship between the physical world and our own wellbeing.
Gillian Burke is a biologist, presenter, public speaker, voiceover artist, writer, and mother. With a passion for science and storytelling, Gillian seeks to use her experience, knowledge, platform, and voice to help make the world a better place.
Gillian shares how her relationship with food and her body has changed over time, with the influence of fitness, family, and a deep connection to the natural world.
You can learn more about Gillian and her work below or catch her co-presenting the current series...
2020-11-0547 min
Rock Pool by Inspector SandsChapter 6 - The BucketRock Pool by Inspector Sands
A 6-part audio play for kids aged 4-7 (and grown ups) narrated by Gillian Burke, presenter for BBC Springwatch.
A big storm leaves two very different creatures stranded together in a lonely, little rock pool. Prawn and Crab must learn to get on swimmingly if they're to survive hunger, boredom, deadly seagull attacks, and each other. All this whilst unexpectedly forming the world's most banging underwater rock band!
A kind of crustacean Waiting for Godot for kids, with songs.
Made by Inspector Sands in association with T...
2020-10-2919 min
Rock Pool by Inspector SandsChapter 5 - HotRock Pool by Inspector Sands
A 6-part audio play for kids aged 4-7 (and grown ups) narrated by Gillian Burke, presenter for BBC Springwatch.
A big storm leaves two very different creatures stranded together in a lonely, little rock pool. Prawn and Crab must learn to get on swimmingly if they're to survive hunger, boredom, deadly seagull attacks, and each other. All this whilst unexpectedly forming the world's most banging underwater rock band!
A kind of crustacean Waiting for Godot for kids, with songs.
Made by Inspector Sands in association with T...
2020-10-2912 min
Rock Pool by Inspector SandsChapter 4 - BoredRock Pool by Inspector Sands
A 6-part audio play for kids aged 4-7 (and grown ups) narrated by Gillian Burke, presenter for BBC Springwatch.
A big storm leaves two very different creatures stranded together in a lonely, little rock pool. Prawn and Crab must learn to get on swimmingly if they're to survive hunger, boredom, deadly seagull attacks, and each other. All this whilst unexpectedly forming the world's most banging underwater rock band!
A kind of crustacean Waiting for Godot for kids, with songs.
Made by Inspector Sands in association with T...
2020-10-2913 min
Rock Pool by Inspector SandsChapter 3 - The DarkRock Pool by Inspector Sands
A 6-part audio play for kids aged 4-7 (and grown ups) narrated by Gillian Burke, presenter for BBC Springwatch.
A big storm leaves two very different creatures stranded together in a lonely, little rock pool. Prawn and Crab must learn to get on swimmingly if they're to survive hunger, boredom, deadly seagull attacks, and each other. All this whilst unexpectedly forming the world's most banging underwater rock band!
A kind of crustacean Waiting for Godot for kids, with songs.
Made by Inspector Sands in association with T...
2020-10-2914 min
Rock Pool by Inspector SandsChapter 2 - HungryRock Pool by Inspector Sands
A 6-part audio play for kids aged 4-7 (and grown ups) narrated by Gillian Burke, presenter for BBC Springwatch.
A big storm leaves two very different creatures stranded together in a lonely, little rock pool. Prawn and Crab must learn to get on swimmingly if they're to survive hunger, boredom, deadly seagull attacks, and each other. All this whilst unexpectedly forming the world's most banging underwater rock band!
A kind of crustacean Waiting for Godot for kids, with songs.
Made by Inspector Sands in association with T...
2020-10-2911 min
Rock Pool by Inspector SandsChapter 1 - Where Am I?Rock Pool by Inspector Sands
A 6-part audio play for kids aged 4-7 (and grown ups) narrated by Gillian Burke, presenter for BBC Springwatch.
A big storm leaves two very different creatures stranded together in a lonely, little rock pool. Prawn and Crab must learn to get on swimmingly if they're to survive hunger, boredom, deadly seagull attacks, and each other. All this whilst unexpectedly forming the world's most banging underwater rock band!
A kind of crustacean Waiting for Godot for kids, with songs.
Made by Inspector Sands in association with T...
2020-10-2913 min
Rock Pool by Inspector SandsRock Pool by Inspector Sands - PrologueRock Pool by Inspector Sands
A 6-part audio play for kids aged 4-7 (and grown ups) narrated by Gillian Burke, presenter for BBC Springwatch.
A big storm leaves two very different creatures stranded together in a lonely, little rock pool. Prawn and Crab must learn to get on swimmingly if they're to survive hunger, boredom, deadly seagull attacks, and each other. All this whilst unexpectedly forming the world's most banging underwater rock band!
A kind of crustacean Waiting for Godot for kids, with songs.
Made by Inspector Sands in association with T...
2020-10-2904 min
Rock Pool by Inspector SandsRock Pool by Inspector Sands - TrailerRock Pool by Inspector Sands
A 6-part audio play for kids aged 4-7 (and grown ups) narrated by Gillian Burke, presenter for BBC Springwatch.
A big storm leaves two very different creatures stranded together in a lonely, little rock pool. Prawn and Crab must learn to get on swimmingly if they're to survive hunger, boredom, deadly seagull attacks, and each other. All this whilst unexpectedly forming the world's most banging underwater rock band!
A kind of crustacean Waiting for Godot for kids, with songs.
Made by Inspector Sands in association with Tr...
2020-10-2900 min
beneath the stream28. Gillian Burke ~ storytelling and the light and shade of being aliveGillian Burke is a biologist, TV presenter, public speaker, voiceover artist, writer and mother, and she joins us to discuss how people can relate to, and tell stories of, the human and non-human world. At a critical time for our environment scientists and artists can tell stories, especially when every single person and every single organism has a story to tell, about staying alive.
With her African, Asian, European, Native American, Oriental and Polynesian ancestry she uses different perspectives is to push past boundaries and discover greater empathy and connection with each other and the world we...
2020-10-1044 min
Sustainababble#183: Gillian Burke meets SustainababbleThe BBC's Springwatch is a cultural institution in the UK, showcasing the extraordinary but often overlooked wildlife of these crumbling isles with warts 'n all realism (i.e. lots of baby Blue Tits getting munched). Biologist Gillian Burke has for three years been at the heart of the show's presenting team, earning the nation's affection for her passion and powers of communication as much as for her unblinking resolve in the face of uncooperative protagonists and innuendo-tastic co-presenters.Gillian is also a Black woman in an industry - conservation, nature TV and the environment movement as a whole - notable...
2020-07-2657 min
Sustainababble#183: Gillian Burke meets SustainababbleThe BBC's Springwatch is a cultural institution in the UK, showcasing the extraordinary but often overlooked wildlife of these crumbling isles with warts 'n all realism (i.e. lots of baby Blue Tits getting munched). Biologist Gillian Burke has for three years been at the heart of the show's presenting team, earning the nation's affection for her passion and powers of communication as much as for her unblinking resolve in the face of uncooperative protagonists and innuendo-tastic co-presenters.Gillian is also a Black woman in an industry - conservation, nature TV and the environment movement as a whole - notable...
2020-07-2657 min
So Hot Right NowWar of the WordsCan we harness the power of language more effectively to focus minds on nature and climate? That’s what this episode aims to find out. For some reason when discussing the planetary crisis we’ve often found it really difficult to get the language right, both when talking about nature and climate, and when talking about ourselves. In this episode Lucy and Tom zero in on the words we use, and discover how small changes can make a massive difference. We talk to Damian Carrington, Environment Editor at The Guardian where editorial changes mean that ‘climate change’ is now ‘climate cris...
2020-07-071h 17
All Things Cozy78 - The Beautiful, the Sublime, and the Cozy Mystery (w/ Dr. Brian Clack)Why do so many people find reading stories about murders and crimes cozy? Dr. Brian Clack, Professor of Philosophy at the University of San Diego, engages Matt and Gillian in an application of Edmund Burke's definitions of the sublime and the beautiful on the cozy mystery genre. Learn more about Dr. Clack's work at USD's Humanities Center here: https://www.sandiego.edu/cas/humanities-center/
2020-06-2158 min
Loose EndsDavid Mitchell, Donovan, Maureen Lipman, Gillian Burke, Tankus The Henge, Arthur Smith, Clive AndersonClive Anderson and Arthur Smith are joined by Donovan, David Mitchell, Maureen Lipman and Gillian Burke for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Donovan and Tankus The Henge.Producer: Tim Bano
2018-12-2237 min
Grab the Essential Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseThe Sudden Appearance of Hope by Claire NorthPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/264599 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Sudden Appearance of Hope Author: Claire North Narrator: Gillian Burke Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 16 hours 33 minutes Release date: May 17, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 2.5 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 1 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: The World Fantasy Award-winning thriller about a girl no one can remember, from the acclaimed author of The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August and 84K. My name is Hope Arden, and you won't know who I am. But we've met before -- a thousand times. It started when I was sixteen years...
2016-05-1703 min
Journey Through Into A Uplifting Full Audiobook While Cooking.The Grownup by Gillian FlynnPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/139574to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Grownup
Author: Gillian Flynn
Narrator: Julia Whelan
Format: mp3
Length: 1 hr and 17 mins
Release date: 11-03-15
Ratings: 4 out of 5 stars, 1,423 ratings
Genres: Thriller & Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
A canny young woman is struggling to survive by perpetrating various levels of mostly harmless fraud. On a rainy April morning, she is reading auras at Spiritual Palms when Susan Burke walks in. A keen observer of human behavior, our unnamed narrator immediately diagnoses beautiful, rich Susan as an unhappy woman eager to give her lovely life a drama injection. However...
2015-11-031h 17
Stream Popular Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseThe Grownup: A Story by the Author of Gone Girl by Gillian FlynnPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/248147 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Grownup: A Story by the Author of Gone Girl Author: Gillian Flynn Narrator: Julia Whelan Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 1 hour 18 minutes Release date: November 3, 2015 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.89 of Total 19 Ratings of Narrator: 4.5 of Total 2 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Gillian Flynn’s Edgar Award-winning homage to the classic ghost story, published for the first time as a standalone. A canny young woman is struggling to survive by perpetrating various levels of mostly harmless fraud. On a rainy April morning, she is reading auras at S...
2015-11-0310 min
Fantasy Dating RadioFantasy Dating Radio: Save My AssHave you ever accidentally sent a text about someone to that person?
That's exactly what happened to SAVE MY ASS™ (SMA) friends and co-creators Gillian Burke and Wendy Hall. Gillian rapid-fired off a text to Wendy complaining about a guy she was dating and realized she sent the text to him by mistake. After Wendy helped her draft a response, Gillian exclaimed "There should be an app for this!"
SMA is an app featuring thousands of witty, pre-written texts, a "talk dirty to me" category and even a first-of-its-kind "alibi" feature. Whether you send a text intended for someone to th...
2015-03-1900 min
Connect to Top-Rated Digital Audiobooks for Your LibrarySusannah Sandlin's Lovely, Dark, and DeepPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/212773 to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Lovely, Dark, and Deep
Series: #1 of The Collectors
Author: Susannah Sandlin
Narrator: Amy McFadden
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 30 minutes
Release date: June 24, 2014
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Mystery
Publisher's Summary: Winner of the Holt Medallion for Romantic Suspense Winner of the Booksellers Best Award for Romantic Suspense From award-winning author Susannah Sandlin comes a heart-pounding romantic thriller that pits a quick-witted scientist and a scarred ex–combat diver against a ruthless billionaire treasure hunter with ties to...
2014-06-2410h 30
Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Romance, ModernLovely, Dark, and Deep by Susannah SandlinPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/212773 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Lovely, Dark, and Deep Series: #1 of The Collectors Author: Susannah Sandlin Narrator: Amy McFadden Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 30 minutes Release date: June 24, 2014 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1 Genres: Modern Publisher's Summary: Winner of the Holt Medallion for Romantic Suspense Winner of the Booksellers Best Award for Romantic Suspense From award-winning author Susannah Sandlin comes a heart-pounding romantic thriller that pits a quick-witted scientist and a scarred ex–combat diver against a ruthless billionaire treasure hunter with ties to the White House. When biologist Gillian Campbell makes an...
2014-06-2403 min
Download Top Free Audiobooks in Romance, MysteryLovely, Dark, and Deep by Susannah SandlinPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/212773 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Lovely, Dark, and Deep Series: #1 of The Collectors Author: Susannah Sandlin Narrator: Amy McFadden Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 30 minutes Release date: June 24, 2014 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1 Genres: Mystery Publisher's Summary: Winner of the Holt Medallion for Romantic Suspense Winner of the Booksellers Best Award for Romantic Suspense From award-winning author Susannah Sandlin comes a heart-pounding romantic thriller that pits a quick-witted scientist and a scarred ex–combat diver against a ruthless billionaire treasure hunter with ties to the White House. When biologist Gillian Campbell makes an...
2014-06-2403 min