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Futuresteading192 Helena Norberg Hodge - Localism that heals & creates onenessHelena Norberg-Hodge is a writer, filmmaker, international speaker and leader of the global localisation movement. She’s been promoting an economics of personal, social and ecological well-being for more than 40 years, and is one of the world’s most treasured environmentalists and visionaries.Today Helena pulls up an apple crate at the Futuresteading campfire to share stories from Ladakh, lament the madness of globalization and light the way back (and forward) to oneness.We discuss the true wealth of traditional societies, the dangers of scale and tech solutions, pressure to conform to a...2025-07-2055 min
The Great Simplification with Nate HagensGlobalization End Game: How Localization Builds Resilient Communities & Economies with Helena Norberg-HodgeOver the last few decades, humanity has globalized everything – from food production and supply chains to communication and information systems – making countries, businesses, and individuals more connected and reliant on each other than ever before. Yet, with this increased interconnectedness comes more complexity and fragility. What have we lost through the globalization process, and how might we fortify our communities by investing in local economies? In this episode, Nate is joined by Helena Norberg-Hodge – a leading voice in the localization movement – to explore the deep systemic challenges posed by economic globalization. Together, they examine how the global growth mo...2025-06-111h 18The Great Simplification with Nate HagensGlobalization End Game: How Localization Builds Resilient Communities & Economies with Helena Norberg-HodgeOver the last few decades, humanity has globalized everything – from food production and supply chains to communication and information systems – making countries, businesses, and individuals more connected and reliant on each other than ever before. Yet, with this increased interconnectedness comes more complexity and fragility. What have we lost through the globalization process, and how might we fortify our communities by investing in local economies? In this episode, Nate is joined by Helena Norberg-Hodge – a leading voice in the localization movement – to explore the deep systemic challenges posed by economic globalization. Together, they examine how the global growth mo...2025-06-111h 18
The Kainos PodcastImagining Local Futures with Helena Norberg-HodgeJoin Helena Norberg-Hodge, Douglas Rushkoff, John Vervaeke, Nora Bateson, Josh Schrei and more in Sensemaking 102. Navigate complexity and embody new narratives around Tech, Economics, Myth, Power, Systems and Meaning. The live cohort begins on Wednesday, June 11 and the content only option is available throughout the course. McDonalds in the desert. Coca-Cola in the mountains. The International Monetary Fund. The World Bank. The same clothes, the same thoughts, the same ideas recycled through different cultures again and again. Anger at globalisation is one of those rare forces that unites people across the political spectrum. As modern...2025-06-101h 11
Biophilic Solutions: Nature Has the AnswersThe Future Is Local: Rebuilding Economies and Healing the Earth with Helena Norberg-HodgeTime and again, we've examined how the challenges we face – poverty, inequality, environmental degradation, and more – are deeply intertwined. Understandably, it can start to feel pretty overwhelming. But here’s the encouraging part: the solutions are just as interconnected. In this episode of Biophilic Solutions, we speak with Helena Norberg-Hodge, founder and director of Local Futures, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring ecological and social well-being by revitalizing local communities and economies. Helena envisions a world where food is grown by nearby farmers, money circulates within communities, local businesses thrive, and meaningful work is accessible to all.She a...2025-06-101h 02
Veet Karen The Vegan Cooking and Nutrition PodcastInterview with Helena Norberg-HodgeToday I'm so excited to be interviewing Helena Norberg-Hodge. Helena is an author, a filmmaker and founding director of Local Futures. Local Futures is committed to the revitalisation of cultural and biological diversity and the strengthening of local communities and economics worldwide. Helena has published several books including international bestseller 'Ancient Futures' which is a look into tradition and change in Ladakh. She is also the producer of the film 'Economics of Happiness'. On Helena's website she has this beautiful saying: "Localization is the way to repair our fractured world...2025-04-1331 min
Team HumanHelena Norberg-HodgeHelena Norberg-Hodge, Founder and Director of Local Futures, shares the power of local connections and building resilience - even against the globally-scaled abstract monsters threatening human sustainability and sanctity today.About Helena Norberg-HodgeHelena Norberg-Hodge is the founder and director of the international non-profit organisation, Local Futures, a pioneer of the new economy movement, and the convenor of World Localization Day and the International Alliance for Localisation. Helena is the author of several books, including Ancient Futures (“the inspirational classic” -- Random House), an eye-opening tale of tradition and change in Ladakh, or “Little Tibet”...2025-03-121h 11
Waterpeople PodcastPutting Tech in its Place with Helena Norberg-Hodge + friendsWhat's lost when we hand over skills or experiences to technology ? We sat down with localisation pioneer Helena Norberg-Hodge to learn more about the waves of radical economic and social changes she has experienced first hand. In 1975, as a student of linguistics amongst the glacial melt of the Himalayas, Helena witnessed the rapid erosion of traditional culture that followed the introduction of Western ideas and economics to the isolated territory of Ladakh, or "Little Tibet." As an economist, linguist and filmmaker, Helena has worked to popularise an economics of happiness for more than 30 year...2025-02-0548 min
CHOPSUEY ROAMING RADIOW.O.W. Ep. 1 - Helena Norberg-HodgeA CBF grant funded project raising the profile and status of women aged 55-85.
This six-episode series acknowledges the value of older women and their crucial role in society as wisdom holders.
Ep.1: HELENA NORBERG-HODGE.
Linguist, author, filmmaker, pioneer of the new economy movement, and founder/director of Local Futures.
Based on decades of experience in indigenous cultures, in particular Ladakh and Bhutan, Helena has been promoting a big picture understanding of the foundations of human, as well as ecological wellbeing.
Her work has gained her the Alternative Nobel prize, the Arthur Morgan Award and the Goi Peace Prize for...2024-12-231h 00
The DemystifySci PodcastIt Doesn’t Have to Be This Way - Helena Norberg-Hodge, Local Futures, DSPod #297Helena Norberg-Hodge, from Local Futures, joins us to discuss a brighter future than that which is most commonly advertised. Her particular wisdom is drawn from her experiences in pre-globalized Ladakh, highlighting the corrosive effects of 'West envy' and the accelerating race toward techno-utopia. Together, we challenge inherited narratives about progress, exploring the complexities of global trade, urbanization, and modern education on our lives back home. Helena does a killer job of crushing conventional myths surrounding civilizational advancement, depression, sustainable agriculture, free trade, etc.. This mounts to a discussion of what it means to foster resilience, community connection, and a...2024-11-082h 33
Accidental GodsBuilding an Economics of Happiness: How - and why - our Future must be Local with Helena Norberg Hodge of Local FuturesHow do we build the local futures we all know we need? What does it actually take to become a good enough ancestor? Or even the best ancestor we can be? Our guest this week, Helena Norberg-Hodge, has given her life to exploring the answers, and helping birth them into being. Helena Norberg-Hodge is one of the Elders of our culture. She's a linguist, author and filmmaker, and the founder and director of the international non-profit group Local Futures, in which role, she has initiated localization movements on every continent, and has launched both the International All...2024-09-251h 25
Point of Relation with Thomas HueblHelena Norberg-Hodge | Local Action for Systemic HealingThomas is joined by Helena Norberg-Hodge, a bestselling author, filmmaker, and pioneer of the new economy movement. They discuss the fundamental importance of reconnecting with nature, local food systems, and community as antidotes to the damaging impacts of globalization. She shares her experiences working with Indigenous cultures and explores how localization not only heals people and places but also addresses major issues like climate change, food security, and social fragmentation. Together, they explore the intersection of systemic trauma, environmental sustainability, and the path toward a more interconnected and resilient future. ✨ Did you miss the...2024-09-2447 min
The Oneness Connection with Debra MoffittAwaken to Your Power to Bring About Systemic Change with Helena Norberg Hodge - Part 2Don't like the current economic system? Founder of Local Futures, Helena Norberg Hodge takes us on a deep dive into the social, spiritual and ecological costs of the current techno-economic system and gives us some steps to take to change it.In this exploration of the social, spiritual and ecological costs of a globalized economic system, Helena Norberg Hodge, founder of Localfutures.org, sheds light on the big issues and false promises of a technological and AI-based future. Her profound observations invite quesions about, "What can I do to bring power back to my...2024-08-1635 min
The Wisdom & Action PodcastConversation Series with Helena Norberg-Hodge (encore)Today we’re sharing a wonderful archival conversation with Helena Norberg-Hodge. Helena is a linguist, author and filmmaker, and the founder and director of the international non-profit organisation Local Futures. Helena is leading the way to the new economy and a return to the local and by doing so, she is contributing to the revitalisation of cultural and biological diversity. If you’re interested in joining our webinar mailing list, or want more information delivered straight into your inbox, follow the Small Giants Academy newsletter here.Want to turn this wisdom into action?...2024-08-1239 min
The Oneness Connection with Debra MoffittGoing Local to Create Thriving Communities & Economies Part 1 with Helena Norberg HodgeWe're seeing the limits of globalization as our worldwide economies appear to be pushing their limits and breaking down around us. But we have the invitation to build something better. Linguist, author and expert on local economies, Helena Norberg Hodge, founder of localfutures.org joins us to share her experiences and wisdom along with inspiration based on over 40 years of experience. Her focus is ‘going local’ as a key strategy for restoring ecological, social and spiritual wellbeing that brings us back to our neighborhoods and communities. She shares the benefits along with profound observations about the systemic dysfunction that we'r...2024-08-0947 min
all that we areUnlearning Realities with Helena Norberg-Hodge, Anthea Lawson and Jae Spencer-Keyse - E215How do we create planetary scale transformation on a local level? In this live episode entitled ‘Future Visions’ Amisha gathered with Helena Norberg-Hodge, Anthea Lawson and Jae Spencer-Keyse to explore how we can create a collective vision that is aligned with what the majority of humanity is yearning for and that can forge transformation from a local level to a global level. We explore :: our relationship with the more than human world :: diversity :: economic literacy :: localised food economies :: parenting :: radical and meaningful education 2024-07-101h 33
KunstlerCast - Conversations: Converging Catastrophes of the 21st CenturyKunstlerCast 405 -- Helena Norberg-Hodge on Relocalizing EconomiesHelena Norberg-Hodge, linguist, author, filmmaker and pioneer of the new economy movement, is the founder and director of Local Futures, and the convenor of World Localization Day and the Planet Local Summit. She is author of the inspirational classic Ancient Futures, and Local is Our Future and producer of the award-winning documentary The Economics of Happiness, of Planet Local and Closer to Home. She is the founder of the International Alliance for Localisation, and a cofounder of the International Forum on Globalization and the Global Ecovillage Network. She lives in England and in Australia The KunstlerCast theme...2024-07-081h 05
Sense-Making in a Changing WorldPermaculture and Localization with Helena Norberg-Hodge and Morag GambleJoin Morag Gamble in a deep-dive conversation with Helena Norberg-Hodge - internationally acclaimed localization advocate, filmmaker and author. This was recorded live at our June Permaculture Education Institute masterclass. exploring permaculture and localization - the final of our four part world localization day series we hosted in collaboration with Helena’s organisation Local Futures. Helena and Morag explore how we can grow the movement and foster ecological economies, thriving communities and healthy local food systems.ABOUT HELENA NORBERG-HODGEHelena is the author of the inspirational classic Ancient Futures, and Local is Our Futu...2024-06-301h 27
Unstress with Dr Ron EhrlichHelena Norberg-Hodge: Local is Our FutureIn this episode we explore the profound impact of globalisation on our lives and the planet with Helena Norberg-Hodge, a leading advocate for localisation. Founder of Local Futures and a key figure in the global movement towards local economies, Helena discusses the transformative power of shifting from global dependencies to local resilience. Through insights into the economic, social, and environmental benefits of localisation, this conversation illuminates how reconnecting with local communities and ecosystems can lead to greater happiness, health, and sustainability. Helena's experiences and the principles of localisation offer a hopeful perspective on addressing modern challenges by...2024-04-2156 min
SystemShiftHelena Norberg-Hodge: Local Solutions for a Connected WorldFor the last episode of SystemShift season 2, we are joined by Helena Norberg-Hodge, pioneer of the new economy movement, who delves into the far-reaching consequences of the prevailing economic model on local economies and ecosystems. Through her experiences in Ladakh, she describes the erosion of traditional values and community cohesion in the face of modernisation and consumerism. Helena advocates for a movement towards localisation, stressing the importance of decentralised, community-driven initiatives for environmental sustainability and overall wellbeing. From critiquing economic theories rooted in colonisation to proposing actionable solutions for a more interconnected, relationship-based economy, Helena explores the complexities and...2024-03-291h 04
Beloved FuturesE20 Helena Norberg-Hodge: Local Futures and the Economics of HappinessLinguist, author and film maker, Helena Norberg-Hodge is the founder and director of the international non-profit organisation, Local Futures, a pioneer of the new economy movement, and the convenor of World Localization Day.She is the author of several books, including ‘Ancient Futures: Learning from Ladakh’, an eye-opening tale of tradition and change in Ladakh, or “Little Tibet”. Together with a film of the same title, Ancient Futures has been translated into more than 40 languages, and sold half a million copies.Her latest book is ‘Local is Our Future: Steps to an Economics of Happiness’. Other public...2024-03-141h 07all that we areFuture Paradigms // Compelling Voices In Urgent Times with Lyla June Johnston, Manish Jain, Bayo Akomolafe and Helena Norberg-Hodge - E191How do we create radically new perspectives and prosper antidotes that forge systemic change? In this episode entitled Compelling Voices In Urgent Times, we hear powerful voices gathered from previous podcast episodes including Bayo Akomolafe, Lyla June, Manish Jain and Helena Norberg-Hodge; all of whom recently shared their insights at Planet Local Summit. This episode gathers deep insights into the predicaments of our time. It is an invitation to radically inspire our imagination, shift our perspectives, ask different questions and explore new ways to become involved in serving each other and the world we live in during...2023-10-121h 51
Power-Up With The Life-Enhancing Full Audiobook Now, Story Seekers!Local Is Our Future by Helena Norberg-HodgePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/41404to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Local Is Our Future
Author: Helena Norberg-Hodge
Narrator: Roxi Davis
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 29 mins
Release date: 07-06-23
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 3 ratings
Genres: Economics
Publisher's Summary:
'Local is Our Future' by Helena Norberg-Hodge connects the dots between our social, economic, ecological and spiritual crises, revealing how a systemic shift from global to local can address these seemingly disparate problems simultaneously. Distilling the wisdom gleaned from four decades of activism and direct experience in both the global North and South, Helena lucidly deconstructs the old narrative of...2023-07-064h 29
Enjoy Amazing Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Social ScienceLocal is Our Future by Helena Norberg-HodgePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697256 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Local is Our Future Author: Helena Norberg-Hodge Narrator: Roxi Davis Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 29 minutes Release date: June 29, 2023 Genres: Social Science Publisher's Summary: 'Local is Our Future' by Helena Norberg-Hodge connects the dots between our social, economic, ecological and spiritual crises, revealing how a systemic shift from global to local can address these seemingly disparate problems simultaneously. Distilling the wisdom gleaned from four decades of activism and direct experience in both the global North and South, Helena lucidly deconstructs the old narrative of 'progress' through technological advance...2023-06-2905 min
Enjoy Amazing Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Social ScienceLocal is Our Future by Helena Norberg-HodgePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697256to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Local is Our Future
Author: Helena Norberg-Hodge
Narrator: Roxi Davis
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 29 minutes
Release date: June 29, 2023
Genres: Social Science
Publisher's Summary:
'Local is Our Future' by Helena Norberg-Hodge connects the dots between our social, economic, ecological and spiritual crises, revealing how a systemic shift from global to local can address these seemingly disparate problems simultaneously. Distilling the wisdom gleaned from four decades of activism and direct experience in both the global North and South, Helena lucidly deconstructs the old narrative of 'progress' through technological advance and...2023-06-294h 29Grab the Essential Full Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentLocal is Our Future by Helena Norberg-HodgePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697256to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Local is Our Future
Author: Helena Norberg-Hodge
Narrator: Roxi Davis
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 29 minutes
Release date: June 29, 2023
Genres: Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
'Local is Our Future' by Helena Norberg-Hodge connects the dots between our social, economic, ecological and spiritual crises, revealing how a systemic shift from global to local can address these seemingly disparate problems simultaneously. Distilling the wisdom gleaned from four decades of activism and direct experience in both the global North and South, Helena lucidly deconstructs the old narrative of 'progress' through technological advance and...2023-06-294h 29
Grab the Essential Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentLocal is Our Future by Helena Norberg-HodgePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697256 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Local is Our Future Author: Helena Norberg-Hodge Narrator: Roxi Davis Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 29 minutes Release date: June 29, 2023 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: 'Local is Our Future' by Helena Norberg-Hodge connects the dots between our social, economic, ecological and spiritual crises, revealing how a systemic shift from global to local can address these seemingly disparate problems simultaneously. Distilling the wisdom gleaned from four decades of activism and direct experience in both the global North and South, Helena lucidly deconstructs the old narrative of 'progress' through technological advance...2023-06-2905 min
The Revitalising Health Podcast39. What is Localisation? - with Helena Norberg-HodgeIn Episode 39 we are celebrating World Localisation Day (21st June) with Helena Norberg-Hodge!Helena is the founder & director of Local Futures & is a linguist, author, filmmaker & pioneer of the new economy movement. She is author of the inspirational classic Ancient Futures, & Local is Our Future & producer of the award-winning documentary The Economics of Happiness & of Planet Local. She is the founder of the International Alliance for Localisation, & a cofounder of the International Forum on Globalization & the Global Ecovillage Network.Some topics covered in this episode include:What is Localisation?The importance of rebuilding the...2023-06-201h 03
The Examined LifeHelena Norberg-Hodge - Why is life getting harder and faster?Send us a textWhy does life seem to be getting harder and faster day by day? How can we shift the paradigm towards a more sustainable and harmonious existence? Join us as we tackle these questions with Helena Norberg-Hodge, an influential thinker, writer, award-winning filmmaker, and founder of the non-profit Local Futures. Helena shares her insights on the broken economic system and its devastating impact on our mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Drawing from her experience living with the Ladakh in Tibet, we discuss how embracing a more interconnected and interdependent worldview can lead t...2023-06-1057 min