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The Social Regeneration PodcastRegenerating our Burn-On Work Culture | 020[⚠️ This Episode is in GERMAN language 🇩🇪
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How to build back your resilience buffer through boredom & nature
In this special first-ever German-language episode, I speak with Luisa Wolf, a resilience trainer, speaker, and certified psychotherapist, about the impact of chronic stress in our lives and workplaces.
We explore Luisa’s unconventional journey from the high-pressure world of film and stunt coordination to becoming a leader in nature-based stress regulation. Drawing from...2025-07-241h 35
The Social Regeneration PodcastBridging Divides: Can Belonging fix what Business broke? | 019Reconnecting human hearts inside broken systems & new perspectives on manhood
In this episode, I reconnect with Artem Beckmann, a culture consultant, men’s coach and community builder. We once crossed paths in the corporate world and have now come together again to question how we can create spaces of belonging and trust.
Artem opens up about his early drive to connect people, rooted in childhood moments of bridging divides even in schoolyards. This curiosity led him to navigate the
tension between business development and human-centred transformation.
Artem reflects on his migrant background an...2025-07-171h 07
The Social Regeneration Podcast4-Month Check-in: Celebrate & iterate | 018About the work that I do - currently
Do you ever take the time to reflect, celebrate, and iterate in your projects?
It is the 4-month anniversary of this Podcast! 🎊
And I would love to hear your feedback and resonance!
Tell us about your favourite Episode so far and which perspectives we should explore next.
👉 Here is a 5-minute survey.
Also, welcome to all new listeners! 💕
In this Episode, I share a little bit more about the work that I am doing. If you want to read up on som...2025-07-0522 min
The Social Regeneration PodcastThe Fungi Connection: weaving networks, regenerating systems | 017How cross-sector connectors like Marc act as story-amplifiers for quiet pioneers
In this episode, I speak with Marc Violo, founder of MycoStories and a true connector across sectors. From high-tech startups in Asia to fungal research in the Amazon, Marc’s journey has been anything but linear—and all the more inspiring. He shares how fungi became his unlikely but powerful focus, not just as a biological marvel but as a metaphor for the way we need to work: through networks, relationships, and silent communication. We discuss the vast potential of fungi to heal landfills, disrupt toxic indu...2025-06-2653 min
The Social Regeneration PodcastEntrepreneurship is not the Goal — it's the Vehicle! | 016About the “Not-Enough Trap" and common struggles impactpreneurs face in different phases
Listen in on this conversation between my dear colleague Nihal and I where together we explore what it really means to build a meaningful and impactful business from scratch.
We’ve worked together before on a programme for young eco-entrepreneurs, and I know firsthand how deeply he cares about impact and how experienced as Venture Coach and Entrepreneur himself he is.
I asked him: What keeps you going when everything falls apart? And how do you start when you don't know wher...2025-06-181h 06
The Social Regeneration PodcastEscaping the Game: The Inner Critic is not the Boss | 015An ex-game animator shares his healing journey from survival-mode to soulful service through self-leadership
In this week's Episode, Robin Tamura shares his personal journey how he went from being a game design animator stuck in survival mode to a self-leadership coach using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness practices to help others find healing through presence.
We talked about burnout, hyperthyroidism, and deep existential questioning - and how those moments led Robin to drop the masks, explore therapy, spiritual inquiry and shift into a purpose-led life. Robin shares powerful insights on why many...2025-06-121h 04
The Social Regeneration Podcast"Experts by Experience" - insights into a Social Cooperative | 014Why the Human Rights sector needs to rethink itself from the Ground up
In this Episode, Rebecka Ambjörnsson - @karuna.family - , Managing Director of the social cooperative Karuna in Berlin, gives us insights into why traditional human rights organisations often reproduce the very inequalities they aim to fix.
Drawing from her own disillusionment with top-down aid structures, Rebecka shared how Karuna flips the script by working directly with people who have lived experience of marginalisation.
We talked about how social innovation can flourish when you put a local politician, a...2025-06-0555 min
The Social Regeneration PodcastThe (In)visible Tensions of Change: What We're Learning from This Decade's Major Shifts | 013About mines, memes, mindsets, and multilateralism
In this electrifying and deeply reflective conversation, we dive into the complex interplay between sustainability, geopolitics, and narratives. I speak with Maximiliano, whose unconventional path - from growing up in a mining region in Chile to shaping UN development programs - offers a rare perspective on global transformation.
We discuss why sustainability doesn't happen in a vacuum, how power struggles and security fears distort our collective action, and why memes might be as important as policy papers.
We unpack the hidden tensions in supply chains...2025-05-2958 min
The Social Regeneration PodcastFrom Performance Reviews to Purpose - Breaking the Corporate Spell | 012How a former industrial engineer found freedom in sustainability work
In this episode, I speak with my friend and colleague Kurt Klusch about his radical transformation from industrial engineer to sustainability consultant. We both share a passion for systems thinking and the FSSD framework, which we actively use in our work with organisations. Kurt opens up about the pivotal moments that led him to quit a high-paying corporate job with an american company and embark on a painful, yet liberating three-year inner journey towards alignment with his inner compass. He shares how coaching, self-reflection, and...2025-05-2257 min
The Social Regeneration PodcastAbout Your Inner Capitalist & Self-Leadership | 011Why escaping to a Sabbatical will not heal your Burnout
In this episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow regenerator Judit Saez. We dive into the challenges of redefining work and success beyond the capitalist grind. Judit shares her own story of burnout and how it became a turning point for her personal transformation. We talk about the importance of community, the trap of perfectionism - even in purpose-driven work - and why quick fixes won’t heal a deep-rooted crisis. Judit brings powerful insights from her work as a systemic coach and mentor. We re...2025-05-151h 00
The Social Regeneration PodcastRegeneration begins Within | 010Conflict, leadership, and why Inner Work is crucial for Outer Impact
In this episode, I sit down with a pioneer in regenerative leadership and business. We talk about transforming organisations
internally by supporting leaders on their personal journeys. Our conversation touches on conflict, leadership, and why inner work is
crucial for outer impact. We highlight how regenerative practices not only change businesses but also improve relationships at
home and in society. With stories from the field and personal reflections, we offer a powerful case for integrating emotional
intelligence, cultural awareness, and strategic thinking...2025-05-081h 03
The Social Regeneration PodcastResponsible Rule Breaking - at Work! - with Alex Barker | 009How to be a constructive Rebel, tell Stories & drive Change from within organisation
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In this episode, I speak with Alex Barker about the art of driving change from within organisations. We reflect on our shared experience as "kind challengers" and what it means to challenge power structures with empathy. Alex shares insights from her work in both the public and private sectors, highlighting how to be an activist in the workplace. We talk about the importance of storytelling and language in shifting mindsets and creating lasting change.
We share personal experiences how...2025-05-011h 25
The Social Regeneration PodcastUnpacking Energy Transition, Social Justice, and Economic Systems with Linus Beer | 008How true impact requires shifting resources, responsibilities and power structures - not just technology
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In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Linus Beer, whose commitment to environmental and social justice has deeply inspired me since our shared volunteer year in Ecuador.
We reflect on our early learning journeys, from waste collection with rural communities to eye-opening encounters with extractive industries in the Amazon. Linus shares how these experiences led him to study economics and work at the forefront of energy research in Germany and the US. We e...2025-04-2455 min
The Social Regeneration PodcastUnpacking Energy Transition, Social Justice, and Economic Systems with Linus Beer | 008How true impact requires shifting resources, responsibilities and power structures - not just technology
In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Linus Beer, whose commitment to environmental and social justice has deeply inspired me since our shared volunteer year in Ecuador.
We reflect on our early learning journeys, from waste collection with rural communities to eye-opening encounters with extractive industries in the Amazon. Linus shares how these experiences led him to study economics and work at the forefront of energy research in Germany and the US. We explore why understanding energy markets...2025-04-1855 min
The Social Regeneration PodcastReviewing the Narratives of Identity & Nurturing Belonging | 007Co-creating inclusive Communities through Stories, Startups, and "Social Capital"
Today I welcome Sen Zahn, Co-Director of SINGA Germany, who shares about the transformative power of changing narratives about identity and belonging. We reflect on our shared roots in social innovation and how our paths, like satellites, keep intersecting.
Sen’s leadership deeply moved me at a recent SINGA event, where her intentional design, presence and authenticity left a lasting impression.
Together, we discuss how migration is often framed through the lens of deficiency - and how SINGA seeks to shif...2025-04-1759 min
The Social Regeneration PodcastGrief as a Natural Response to Change: The importance of pausing to honor what came before | 006Why social innovation begins with rethinking loss and letting go
In this deep and humbling episode of the Social Regeneration Podcast, I welcome innovation expert and grief counselor Fenja Jensen. Together, we explore the powerful intersection between creating "the New" and letting go of "the Old".
Every change process inevitably involves some form of loss. From corporate restructures to personal life transitions, pausing to acknowledge what we leave behind is crucial for transformational processes. Fenja shares insights from her design thinking background and her current work supporting people through irreversible loss. The conversation touches on...2025-04-101h 19
The Social Regeneration PodcastFrom Neighbours to Change Agents: Reclaiming Urban Spaces & Social Justice | 005Transformational empowerment through community organizing
Knock, Talk, Organise: Inside the Work of a Tenants’ Movement
In this episode, we speak with Tanja Rakočević, a tenants’ organiser and climate justice activist based in Berlin. Tanja shares her inspiring journey from activist to full-time community organiser, shedding light on what it means to create change from the ground up. She talks about the challenges and joys of building tenant initiatives, how door-to-door conversations can spark collective empowerment, and why social infrastructure is as vital as physical infrastructure in today’s urban life.
We discuss the importance of knowledge-sharing, communit...2025-04-031h 16
The Social Regeneration PodcastFrom Cities to Countryside: Why Redesigning Rural Spaces could hold the Key to Healthier Living | 004Liandra Vianna's Journey towards Sustainable Rural Development & Tourism
In this episode, I speak with one of my former Mentees, Liandra Vianna, about her unique, non-linear career journey - from architecture, operations, and UX design to rural development and sustainable tourism.
Born in Rio de Janeiro and now living in Lisbon, Liandra opens up about how city life sparked her passion to address the mental and social toll of urbanization. She highlights the loneliness epidemic in crowded cities and the hidden costs of being disconnected from community - in comparison to smaller vi...2025-03-271h 11
The Social Regeneration PodcastCan Money be Regenerative? Rethinking Finance for a Better Future | 003Exploring alternative economies and the role of money in a regenerative world
In this episode, we explore the transformative potential of finance with guests Sophie and Stephen, two experts in sustainable finance and regenerative economies.
They share their personal journeys - from studying sustainability to leading global initiatives in impact investing and financial education. We dive into the big question: Can money be a force for good?
Sophie and Stephen discuss the barriers, challenges, and opportunities in shifting mindsets and practices toward finances, emphasizing the need for value-driven decision-making.
T...2025-03-201h 10
The Social Regeneration PodcastWeaving Social Fabric with Lauren Uba | 002Incubating inner and outer transformation through slowing down, presence, and connection
My dear friend and colleague Lauren Uba is one the first guests in this podcast show as she is currently exploring deeply how to weave social fabric.
Lauren is a community builder, urbanist, facilitator, and socio-ecological systems transformation activist. Her goal is to make inner and outer transformation visible, tangible, and accessible. Lauren gives speeches, delivers workshops, initiates and supports climate and social change initiatives, and contributes whatever she can in honor of a more liveable, loving, and connected world.
...2025-03-131h 07
The Social Regeneration PodcastDesigning Systemic Change | The path of a regenerative practitioner with Ashley Scarborough | 001Navigating the delicate balance between radical innovation and stability
In this episode, we sit down with Ashley Scarborough, a designer-turned-system-thinker, to explore her journey from interior architecture to the world of regenerative practices and systems change. Ashley shares how she transitioned from the corporate design world into tackling wicked problems - complex global challenges that cannot be solved with single solutions. We discuss the limitations of circular economy models, the realities of working in the regenerative field, and the delicate balance between radical innovation and financial stability. Ashley also reflects on defining her role in a field...2025-03-061h 07The Social Regeneration PodcastFrom the old to the new | Understanding Paradigm shifts and system changeWhy system change is more than just a buzzword and how we can actively shape it
In this episode, we deeply dive into paradigm shifts and systems thinking. What does it mean to challenge an existing system and bring about fundamental change?
We explore how old paradigms evolve, why some persist, and how new ways of thinking emerge. Using practical examples such as the Two-Loop Theory, we provide tools to help you actively shape transformation.
Learn to identify patterns in existing structures, define your role as a change agent, an...2025-03-0536 minThe Social Regeneration PodcastBetween Impact & Reality | Sustainability as a Career and CallingPersonal insights into challenges, opportunities, and developments in the sustainability working field
In this episode of the Social Regeneration Podcast, host Pia Hillebrecht shares her personal and professional journey in sustainability. She reflects on her university years, the challenges of working in the field, and how the sustainability sector has evolved over the past decade.
Pia discusses how her role has shifted from sustainability analyst to process facilitator and why she now focuses on social transformation. It’s not just about sustainable business models but also about fostering the mindset that enables real change. She sha...2025-03-0427 minThe Social Regeneration PodcastAbout Purpose: A journey into Sustainability & Why this Podcast existsA story about unlearning, awakening, and quitting
In this episode, I introduce myself as your host and share my journey of becoming a sustainability professional - and some of the reasons why this Podcast exists.
Before I start inviting guests, I want to create an intimate and brave space by "going first"—sharing my journey, my WHY, and how an eye-opening experience in Ecuador set me on the path to sustainability, leadership, and social transformation. I talk about the challenges of unlearning, deconstructing old perspectives, quitting,g and finding "my crowd" and path....2025-03-0333 minThe Social Regeneration PodcastWhy Social Regeneration?: Isn't sustainability "enough"?What does social regeneration mean, and why is it important? In this episode, your host Pia Hillebrecht explores the evolution of sustainability thinking and the need for restorative and regenerative approaches in social systems.
While environmental and economic regeneration are gaining traction, social regeneration is still underexplored. Pia shares insights from her background in sustainability sciences and leadership, discussing the shift from sustainability to regeneration, the need for deeper systemic change, and the role of language in shaping our understanding of these concepts.
If you've ever wondered whether sustainability is enough, this episode is for...2025-03-0224 minThe Social Regeneration PodcastWhy another Impact Podcast? Creating space for System Change & Deep InquiryExploring the power of deep conversations, inviting diverse perspectives, and real stories to inspire action in times of uncertainty
Welcome to the very first episode of this podcast! 🤗🎉
After two years of contemplating whether the world really needs another podcast, I’ve decided: YES! There is still a lack of public examples of “normal people” doing extraordinary work in sustainability, social transformation, and system change.
This space invites generative dialogue amongst impact-driven professionals, aiming for conversations that spark action, hope, and courage.
Many aspiring changemakers feel disconnected from like-minded people, and this podcast...2025-03-0109 minThe Social Regeneration PodcastWelcome to the Social Regeneration Podcast!Conversations between Change Agents on climate justice, social entrepreneurship, and collective well-being
Welcome to the Social Regeneration Podcast!
My name is Pia Hillebrecht and I will be your host while we explore together with fellow Change Agents how we can ensure a thriving future for all living beings on this planet.
This Podcast talks about Climate Justice, Social Entrepreneurship, Regenerative Business Models, and the skills and mindsets we need to foster as Change Agents to bring a new paradigm into the world.
Listen to personal sto...2025-02-2802 min
3 Pfund Gehacktes und ne KnackwurstDafür hat's gereicht...Heute gibt es gleich eine doppelte Premiere! Zum ersten Mal sitzen wir Dank gelockerter Corona-Regeln zu viert an einem Tisch, und zum ersten Mal haben wir mit Pia Hillebrecht und Alena Niebuhr zwei Damen zu Gast! Die Frauenquote in unserem Podcast liegt damit nur noch knapp unter der Siegquote des SV Werder in der vergangenen Saison 😁 Unsere beiden Gäste spielen bei der SG Wulften/Lindau/Hattorf Fußball, entsprechend steht auch jede Menge Fußball auf der Tagesordnung. Wer zum Beispiel schafft es in die TOP11 der eigenen Mitspieler? Bei manchen kann man sagen: Dafür hat's gereicht 🤭😅 Natürlich gibt es...2021-06-261h 10