Walk Talk Listen Podcast

By: Maurice A. Bloem
  • Summary

  • Walk Talk Listen, an attempt to connect people and make this world a bit better by sharing opinions and experiences based on the belief that everyone’s perspective is true albeit partial. It is also an effort to create awareness and to inspire a growing group of listeners to be engaged with the Global Goals (SDGs) and their attainment. A spin-off of the 100 mile walk. #gotheextra100mile
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Episodes
  • Listening to the Heart with Romanna Remor on Politics, Regeneration, and Sustainable Development - Walk Talk Listen (Episode 166)
    Oct 23 2024
    In this episode of Walk Talk Listen, Romanna Remor, a social and regenerative entrepreneur from Brazil shares about her incredible background in politics, education, and environmental regeneration. This conversation explores her inspiring journey from politics to entrepreneurship and how she uses her experiences to transform communities and restore ecosystems. Romanna shares personal reflections on her time in politics—where she battled corruption, championed sustainability, and fought for public welfare—and explains the challenges she faced as a minority of minorities in a male-dominated space. Now, as an entrepreneur focused on regenerative agriculture and sustainable development, Romanna has found a new way to reconnect with her political ideals, healing both land and communities through innovative agroforestry systems and fair trade. We also discuss the importance of peace, both inner and global, as a foundation for tackling issues like inequality, environmental degradation, and human development, as well as the role of faith in driving her mission. Tune in to hear Romanna’s insights on leadership, personal resilience, and making an impact—one person and one tree at a time. Listener Engagement:
    • Discover more about Romanna’s work and her brand, Viva Regenera: vivaregenera.
    • Connect with Romanna and her e-commerce venture, Viva Floresta: viva-floresta.com, focused on health and regenerative products.
    • Share your thoughts on this episode at innovationhub@cwsglobal.org. Your feedback is invaluable to us.
    • Discover the songs picked by Romanna and other guests on our #walktalklisten playlist here.
    Follow Us:
    • Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by liking and following us on Twitter and Instagram.
    • Visit our website at 100mile.org for more episodes and information about our initiatives.
    • Check out the special WTL series "Enough for All," featuring Church World Service (CWS) and the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Leading with Purpose with Heleen van den Berg - Walk Talk Listen (Episode 165)
    Oct 16 2024
    In this episode of Walk Talk Listen, we welcome Heleen van den Berg, the CEO of Dutch organization Cordaid, who began her role on October 1, 2023. Heleen shares her deep commitment to Cordaid’s mission to work for—and with—people living in some of the world’s most challenging areas. With poverty and insecurity rising globally, Heleen emphasizes the importance of linking emergency relief to sustainable development and the power of partnerships and collaboration in humanitarian work. Heleen brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles, including Director of National Assistance at the Netherlands Red Cross, and leadership positions at the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and Royal Dutch Touring Club (ANWB). Throughout this conversation, she reflects on the role of leadership in fostering resilience and how Cordaid is driving lasting change in communities affected by crisis. Tune in to hear more about Heleen’s vision for Cordaid, the challenges facing global development, and how partnerships are key to achieving lasting impact. Quote of Heleen: "I truly believe that if you have a single act of kindness each day, would be, that would change the world." Listener Engagement:
    • Discover more about Cordaid’s work on their website: Cordaid.org
    • Connect with Cordaid and Heleen on social media: LinkedIn Cordaid | LinkedIn Heleen van den Berg | Twitter Cordaid | Instagram Cordaid
    • Share your thoughts on this episode at innovationhub@cwsglobal.org. Your feedback is invaluable to us.
    • Discover the songs picked by Heleen and other guests on our #walktalklisten playlist here.
    Follow Us:
    • Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by liking and following us on Twitter and Instagram.
    • Visit our website at 100mile.org for more episodes and information about our initiatives.
    • Check out the special WTL series "Enough for All" featuring CWS, and the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).
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    48 mins
  • Brews, Bites, and Banter - A Sustainability Sip and Share with Allen Ottaro (episode 18) - A Special Series of Walk Talk Listen at the UN.
    Oct 2 2024
    This is the last of the Special Series of Brews, Bites and Banter - A Sustainability Sip and Share in which Allen Ottaro, founder and Executive Director of the Catholic Youth Network for Environmental Sustainability in Africa (CYNESA) reflects on the importance of social sustainability, especially in the context of Africa, where issues of conflict, social justice, and environmental crises often intersect. He emphasizes the importance of intergenerational dialogue, faith, and community to build cohesive societies capable of addressing both ecological and social challenges. Allen also highlights his experiences attending the United Nations General Assembly, the Summit of the Future, and Climate Week, where he engaged in discussions about long-term planning and the need for collective action to address the interconnected crises of our time. Allen Ottaro leads CYNESA, which operates across 10 African nations, addressing environmental challenges through faith-based engagement and youth mobilization. He has participated in international efforts to address climate change and biodiversity loss and advocates for integral ecological approaches rooted in social justice. Allen’s work centers on the belief that a true ecological approach must listen to both the cry of the Earth and the cry of the poor, bridging environmental advocacy with the needs of the most vulnerable communities. Allen his personal social media: LinkedIn. CYNESA social media handles Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and website . Follow Us:
    • Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by liking and following us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
    • Visit our website at 100mile.org for more episodes and information about our initiatives.
    • Check out the special WTL series "Enough for All" featuring CWS, and the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).
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    19 mins

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