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Did you hear Donald Trump say: “Right now, a number of state laws allow a baby to be born from his or her mother’s womb in the ninth month. It is wrong. It has to change.” Cray cray right? And yes, he really did say it. In Missouri, if you’re pregnant you can’t get divorced – women’s rights are really progressing over there – not to mention we had the whole IVF debacle which is sending people into a tail spin; and of course, adding to the “what will he do next” campaign, Donald Trump launched his gold sneakers, which comes with a whole host of further craziness. 

Beyond America: research has shown that every single placenta tested in a research study had microplastics in it: the situation in Ukraine is horrendous and we now know 31,000 troops have been killed while the US continues to dither on proving support; Mexico, one of the world’s most populous cities, could run out of water within months; and billionaires are not only building bunkers to escape when it all collapses, but now they’re adding flammable moats to keep the rest of us out. 

No wonder everyone is a bit strung-out at the moment. Everywhere you look, something crazy is going on. How do we calm everything down and come back together?

To help us dig in, we’re thrilled to welcome Chantelle Botha, affectionately known as "The Catalyst" to the show. Chantelle is a well-known expert in identity-driven purpose and is celebrated for her unique ability to instigate change among her clients. A professional speaker, life coach, career coach and influencer, she is all about helping her clients embrace vision, identity and purpose. 

The Know Show is a Livestream held every fortnight on Friday, where Andrea T Edwards, Tim Wade and Joe Augustin, and at least one special guest, review the news that’s getting everyone’s attention, as well as perhaps what requires our attention. We’ll talk about what it means to us, the world and we hope to inspire great conversations on the news that matters in the world today. 

The Know Show is based on Andrea T Edwards Weekend Reads, which are published every Saturday on andreatedwards.com, and covers the planetary crisis, topical moments in the world, global politics and war, business and technology, social issues, and passion/humour/history. Join us. 

#TheKnowShow #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

We celebrated Valentine’s Day this week and messages of love are flooding our social media channels, which is always a nice balm for the soul. However, then you turn on the news and see the shooting in Kansas City during the Super Bowl celebrations, the planned attack on Rafah still going ahead, X taking payment from terrorist organizations, the US reconsidering its relationship with South Africa after taking Israel to the ICJ for genocide, and of course, Trump threatening NATO members if they don’t pay up…. It’s hard to find the love. 

António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, released an article on LinkedIn this week, and it’s a call for peace. Peace in the world. Peace within communities. Peace with justice. Peace with nature. It’s also a call to love and a call to action, for the greater good of all life on earth, and yet our leaders continue to move in the other direction. War is growing, but how can we continue to fight wars today, when the stability and resilience of the earth system is hanging in the balance? Our biosphere is on it’s knees, and yet war and it’s devastation is growing. 

We’ve got to turn this all around! That’s just a flavour of some of the news we’ll discuss, so do come and join us and you’ll be up to date with all the major news happening in our world. 

To help us dig in, we’re thrilled to have the Culture Catalyst, Scott Harrison join us this week. He’s an ICF performance coach, a leadership, sales and recruitment trainer, mentor, host of the Culture Catalyst Podcast and a professional speaker. We are looking forward to hearing his thoughts. 

The Know Show is a Livestream held every fortnight on Friday, where Andrea T Edwards, Tim Wade and Joe Augustin, and at least one special guest, review the news that’s getting everyone’s attention, as well as perhaps what requires our attention. We’ll talk about what it means to us, the world and we hope to inspire great conversations on the news that matters in the world today. 

The Know Show is based on Andrea T Edwards Weekend Reads, which are published every Saturday on andreatedwards.com, and covers the planetary crisis, topical moments in the world, global politics and war, business and technology, social issues, and passion/humour/history. Join us. 

#TheKnowShow #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

We are back for 2024, so come and join us as we cover the major news happening around the world, with our theme this year on misinformation and disinformation, the number one issue in the World Economic Forum’s Global Risk Report, and with 49% of the world’s population going to the polls this year, it is critical we all learn how to navigate this risk. 

There is a lot more going on, from the latest Taylor Swift shenanigans to the war in Gaza, the growing risks of the Houthi’s actions in the Red Sea, extreme weather events, farmers blocking cities and towns across Europe, the ICJ ruling on whether Israel is guilty of genocide. This event was quickly followed by the announcement that UNRWA had members involved in the October 7th attack, resulting in countries all over the world announcing they would stop funding until a thorough investigation happens. With the Palestinians now forced to eat grass and drink polluted water, the situation couldn’t be worse.

And that’s just a flavour of what we will discuss, so do come and join us and you’ll be up to date with all the major news happening in our world. 

The Know Show is a Livestream held every fortnight on Friday, where Andrea T Edwards, Tim Wade and Joe Augustin, and at least one special guest, review the news that’s getting everyone’s attention, as well as perhaps what requires our attention. We’ll talk about what it means to us, the world and we hope to inspire great conversations on the news that matters in the world today. 

The Know Show is based on Andrea T Edwards Weekend Reads, which are published every Saturday on andreatedwards.com, and covers the planetary crisis, topical moments in the world, global politics and war, business and technology, social issues, and passion/humour/history. Join us. 

#TheKnowShow #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

The negotiations have been taking place in Dubai, and breaking news suggests an agreement to move away from fossil fuels has been agreed, however, the words phase-out is not in the final text. What this means is the recognition of the need for deep, rapid and sustained reductions has been agreed, which is a milestone for a Cop, because no previous event has seen agreement on the need to move away from oil, gas and coal.

Are we on the right path now? We wait and see. In the meantime, alongside Cop28, Dr. David Ko and Richard Busellato, with SirCollins Manyasi and a dedicated team of climate advocates, hosted a virtual event called ‘12 Days of Cop,’ with the theme #Its4U. The news surrounding Cop28 often felt dark and hopeless, so this show was a bolt of bright light throughout the negotiations, as amazing people from across the world shared inspiring work happening in all corners of the world, but especially on the front lines, where the greatest impacts are already being felt. 

So, what’s next? Our leaders - in government, business, the media and humanitarian organizations - have finally “read the room” and made a positive decision, which means we might finally be moving in the right direction at last, so come and join us this Friday, as we go through the results of Cop28, discuss #Its4U and what it means to you, as well as look ahead to 2024, and the on-going fight to ensure a live-able future for humanity and all life on earth. We will even talk about how we keep oil, gas and coal in the ground. 

This is the last Climate Courage of 2023, so come and join us, make sure you ask lots of questions. 

Climate Courage is a fortnightly Livestream and podcast published on Uncommon Courage, where we go big picture on the climate crisis and focus on the actions you and I can take to be part of the solution. Whether individual action, community action, or national/global action - every single one of us can be part of ensuring a live-able future for our children and grandchildren. We owe them that!

#ClimateCourage #UncommonCourage 

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

When Mohammad Ali Jinnah understood his city, Karachi in Pakistan, would be under water by the 2060s due to climate change and sea level rise, he knew he had to do something about it and get involved – for his children and grandchildren. 

Pakistan is one of the 10 most vulnerable countries to climate change risk, and it is time for the world to come together and act, especially to help the developing countries in the Global South, who have done little to contribute to the challenge.

The more we do to stop emissions rising, as well as help the Global South, the more people in this region can adapt to a changing climate and it also means less climate refugees, a challenge that will cause social chaos across the world. It is time to act, it’s our shared responsibility. 

You can sign up to Its4U at bit.ly/signup2its4U 

Join the Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017721559112354 

@RethinkingChoices on YouTube and LinkedIn 

@RethinkChoices on Twitter/X

its4u_2023 on Instagram

Use the hashtag #Its4U when sharing the beauty of life, the dignity of all living beings, or how you are supporting local businesses to help your community thrive. 

Join us over the next two weeks for 12 days of Cop and find some inspiration from amazing people. 

#Its4U #ClimateCourage #UncommonCourage 

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

Did this year pass like lightening or what? It’s time for our last show of the year, and that means a wrap up of 2023, as we reflect on all the main news that’s been flying across our screens. From wars to political shenanigans, good news to living through the hottest year in 250,000 years, celebrity losses and moments that achieved headlines, and of course, what’s going on at Cop28, the need for peace, the health of the global economy, and why we must focus on developing strong resilience as the years ahead look to be challenging for all of us.

Of course, it’s not all bad. We’ll talk about the word of the year, the person of the year, the stupidest celebrity or political antics we’ve seen, and much much more, so please come and join us as we wrap up the year that was. It’s always amazing to reflect and remember how much has truly happened in a year. 

We are delighted to welcome two guests, the lovely Louisa Lee and Dr. Weng Cheu Yue, who both own DP Dental in Singapore. Louisa Lee is a serial entrepreneur, and her focus is on sleep, health, and wellness. Dr. Yue Weng Cheu completed his BDS degree at National University of Singapore, and his expertise is pain management, sleep and he is known as a tongue trainer. Between them, I know they are going to add a lot of value around how we can take care of ourselves when times are so challenging! 

The Know Show is a Livestream held every fortnight on Friday, where Andrea T Edwards, Tim Wade and Joe Augustin, and at least one special guest, review the news that’s getting everyone’s attention, as well as perhaps what requires our attention. We’ll talk about what it means to us, the world and we hope to inspire great conversations on the news that matters in the world today. 

The Know Show is based on Andrea T Edwards Weekend Reads, which are published every Saturday on andreatedwards.com, and covers the climate crisis, topical moments in the world, global politics, business, social issues, and passion/humor/history. Join us. 

#TheKnowShow #UncommonCourage

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

Kaaka Issac, also called Wakili, is part of the Masai Tribe in Kenya. He is seeing first-hand the impact of climate change on his family, community and the animals they care for. This frontline experience inspired him to become a climate advocate and to be even more impactful, he is currently studying at Kwame Ngurummah University of Law. 

Kaaka is a jurist, Founder of the East Africa Campuses and Colleges Green Network, Climate Clock lead for the Kenya Chapter, he is an award winner at the Centre of Climate on Humanity and Sustainability, a delegate at Cop27, and Africa Youth Climate Assembly (AYCA) lead. Did I tell you he’s still in his early 20s?

Amazing man, amazing contribution, and an inspiring example of how we can all jump in, in whatever way makes sense to us, and drive changes where we are, rippling out our impact, and ultimately, consuming the world and creating change everyone. I hope you’re as inspired by Kaaka as I was. 

Connect with Kaaka and support his work

Instagram: https://instagram.com/kaakaspeaks?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaaka-speaks-637063276?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app 

Twitter: https://x.com/mckakaofficial1?s=21 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064714368799&mibextid=LQQJ4d 

You can sign up to Its4U at bit.ly/signup2its4U 

Join the Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017721559112354 

@RethinkingChoices on YouTube and LinkedIn 

@RethinkChoices on Twitter/X

its4u_2023 on Instagram

Use the hashtag #Its4U when sharing the beauty of life, the dignity of all living beings, or how you are supporting local businesses to help your community thrive. 

Join us over the next two weeks for 12 days of Cop and find some inspiration from amazing people. 

#Its4U #ClimateCourage #UncommonCourage 

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

Are you creative? Well, you need to listen to Sveinung Nygaard! he’s a composer, an artist, musician and he’s part of the Bards for Climate, because he believes the artistic mindset is capable of solving the biggest problems the world faces. In this wonderful conversation we discuss how climate is an identity issue and what we can do about it, as well as why it’s so important to have a purpose driving you, something you can give your life too. So much inspiration in this chat, have a listen and make sure you follow Sveinung too. Amazing inspiration. 

Follow Sveinung on Instagram – liquidjourney and Prisms_of_bards 

You can sign up to Its4U at bit.ly/signup2its4U 

Join the Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017721559112354 

@RethinkingChoices on YouTube and LinkedIn 

@RethinkChoices on Twitter/X

its4u_2023 on Instagram

Use the hashtag #Its4U when sharing the beauty of life, the dignity of all living beings, or how you are supporting local businesses to help your community thrive. 

Join us over the next two weeks for 12 days of Cop and find some inspiration from amazing people. 

#Its4U #ClimateCourage #UncommonCourage 

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

Sadaf Khalid is the global coordinator for the virtual Cop 28 on behalf of Rethinking Choices. She is a power woman, who believes in taking action and getting involved. I so enjoyed this conversation with a lady committed to the future of our world, especially tackling the challenges Pakistan face, the home of her birth, and she shares the harrowing experience of the devastating floods, not just in 2022, but in 2010, when her mum was stranded in the mountains for five days. This is a lady to follow. 

You can sign up to Its4U at bit.ly/signup2its4U 

Join the Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017721559112354 

@RethinkingChoices on YouTube and LinkedIn 

@RethinkChoices on Twitter/X

its4u_2023 on Instagram

Use the hashtag #Its4U when sharing the beauty of life, the dignity of all living beings, or how you are supporting local businesses to help your community thrive. 

Join us over the next two weeks for 12 days of Cop and find some inspiration from amazing people. 

#Its4U #ClimateCourage #UncommonCourage 

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

I am so delighted to introduce you to SirCollins Manyasi, who works with grassroots women’s organisations in Kenya, Africa. He is inspired to make a difference in women’s and children’s lives, ensuring the most basic needs are met, like access to water for drinking, cooking and farming. He’s got a smile that lights up a room, so have a listen and maybe you’ll be inspired too.

You can sign up to Its4U at bit.ly/signup2its4U  

Join the Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017721559112354 

@RethinkingChoices on YouTube and LinkedIn 

@RethinkChoices on Twitter/X

its4u_2023 on Instagram

Use the hashtag #Its4U when sharing the beauty of life, the dignity of all living beings, or how you are supporting local businesses to help your community thrive. 

Join us over the next two weeks for 12 days of Cop and find some inspiration from amazing people. 

#Its4U #ClimateCourage #UncommonCourage 

To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards

My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage

My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar