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Planetary Conversations

Dr. Warren Bell

Most observers would agree that we have to turn away from harming our planetary home, and one another, if coming generations are to have any chance of surviving and thriving. They say we have to abandon the path of cruelty, neglect and physical harm to others, and seek out the path of harmlessness towards all living things and especially towards all the peoples on this earth. Simply put, we must learn to share.Planetary Conversations with Dr. Warren Bell is a podcast that explores this idea through

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56:12

Sabina Qureshi - Share International

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/10/02

On this show Warren is in conversations with geneticist, musician and resident of Edmonton, Alberta, Sabina Quereshi. Warren and Sabina will talk about her unusually diverse upbringing, music education, genetics and the work of Share International. Share International states that "without sharing there is no justice, without justice there is no peace, without peace there is no future." Find out about Maetreya, the World Teacher and the ideas that move Sabina's philosophy and life.

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58:27

Nancy Whittier - Smith College: Social movements,...

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/09/25

Nancy Whittier is an American sociologist and a professor at Smith College, in Northampton, Massachusetts. Her research and publications focus on activism against child abuse, sexual violence, and violence against women; and on social movements, social change, and feminism. Nancy and Warren discuss the current state of attitudes and progress around feminism and sexual violence towards children and women.

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58:27

Dr. Trevor Hancock - Policy for a Healthy Population

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/06/12

In this episode Warren's guest is Dr. Trevor Hancock, a retired family physician and now health promotion consultant. Trevor was formerly a Professor and Senior Scholar at the School of Public Health and Social Policy at the University of Victoria. He writes regularly on population and public health for the Times Colonist in Victoria. Warren and Trevor will talk about population health promotion, healthy cities and communities, public health policy, and environmental health.

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59:51

Julia Beatty - Shuswap Climate Action

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/06/05

In this show Warren's guest is Julia Beatty, Chair of the Shuswap Climate Action Society. Julia is a retired Professional Biologist and founder of the SCAS. As Chair she leads programs to help members, subscribers and followers to be more aware of the impacts and solutions to the climate crisis, especially in and around the Shuswap. Warren and Julia will talk about the Society, Julia's experiences as a biologist and the "triple planetary crisis" - the three interlinked, core threats to humanity

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63:12

Sheryl Nestel - A Jewish Voice for Justice in Palestine

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/05/29

In this show Warren's guest is Sheryl Nestel (PhD), a founding member of Independent Jewish Voices (IJV). She is the author of numerous refereed journal articles, book chapters and reports on race and racism in the health professions and the author of Obstructed Labour: Race and Gender in the Re-emergence of Midwifery (UBC Press, 2007). She recently completed a ground- breaking research project, Unveiling the Chilly Climate: The Suppression of Speech on Palestine in Canada written with Rowan

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57:01

Alicia Ely Yamin - Defending Public Health

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/05/22

This week Warren’s guest is Alicia Ely Yamin (JD MPH PhD) who is a Lecturer on Law at Harvard Law School. Known globally for her trans-disciplinary work in relation to economic and social rights, reproductive justice, the right to health, and the intersections between development paradigms and human rights, Alicia Ely Yamin’s career has bridged academia and activism. She has lived in Latin America and East Africa for much of her professional life and worked with local advocacy organizations,

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55:31

Dr. Nicole Redvers - The Science of the Sacred

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/05/15

This week Warren's guest is Dr. Nicole Redvers, a member of the Deninu K'ue First Nation Band and the first Dene licensed practicing naturopathic doctor in North America. Dr. Redvers is an Associate Professor, Western Research Chair, Director-Indigenous Planetary Health at Western University. She has traveled the globe, studying traditional medicine systems in various countries and working with Indigenous patients, helping to bridge the gap between traditional and modern medical systems. In

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52:59

Kawartha Lakes - MuniciPAL AI

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/05/08

This episode is Warren's conversation with Cheri Davidson and Kristy Guthrie. Cheri is the Manager of Communications and Marketing for the City of Kawartha Lakes, Ontario. She has teamed up with Kristy, founder of MuniciPAL AI, to bring artificial intelligence to City services making it easier for citizens to access local government services online. This is the first use of AI in this way in Canada. As a bonus, there may be a discussion about horses as well! Listen in to find out.

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57:56

Julian Branch - Asbestos in our Water Pipes

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/05/01

This week Warren's guest is Julian Branch, an award-winning journalist who spent many years in the business as a national correspondent with The Canadian Press. Following his time in journalism, Julian embarked on a second career in strategic communications, where he served as the Director of Communications for 3 provincial premiers. In his retirement Julian has pursued an issue few people know. Asbestos-cement fabricated water pipes deliver water to millions of people around the world including in

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58:40

Issues in Hospice and Palliative Care

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/04/24

In this show Warren's guests are Salmon Arm residents Kathy DeMille, Jenae Pedersen RN, and Adele Preto MD (Rtd.). These ladies are all associated with the Shuswap Hospice Society and will talk with Warren about the history and value of palliative and hospice care in our area, and around the world. From the valiant work of clinical staff and volunteers in providing palliative and hospice care, to the challenges in finding resources and facilities to support our community, this conversation will

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58:21

Mark Anielski - The Economics of Happiness

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/04/17

In this episode Warren's guest is Economist Mark Anielski, author of The Economics of Happiness and developer of the integrated five-capitals accounting model for measuring and accounting for conditions of well-being in communities, businesses and nations. Mark and Warren will talk about Mark's journey into economics, the role of spirituality in human thriving, and his work to integrate concepts of well-being into our standard economic models.

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56:06

Andrea Copland - Planetary Health Alliance

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/04/10

This week Warren's guest is Andrea Copland, Digital Librarian at the Planetary Health Alliance and Librarian at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Warren and Andrea will talk about her work to assist the Planetary Health Alliance to communicate the organization's research mission to the planetary health and global community. She is also a musician who uses her skills as an information professional to help the planet AND find new ways that music can be a

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57:20

Mike Boudreau - Peace Builders

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/04/03

On this show Warren's guest is Mike Boudreau, Engineer, businessman, Rotarian, member of PeaceBuilders.world and leader of the Peace and Pizza program in Salmon Arm. Warren and Mike talk about Mike's journey from Engineer to peace builder and to the practice of Buddhism. Mike's story is one of personal evolution and change, and finding ways to be at peace with one's self, and to bring peace to the world.

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53:09

Darcia Narvaez - The Evolved Nest

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/03/27

On this show Warren's guest is Darcia Narvaez, Professor of Psychology Emerita at the University of Notre Dam. Darcia has written extensively on issues of character, moral development, and human flourishing. She studies the effects of early life experience on sociality, morality and thriving. She hosts the website EvolvedNest.org which emphasizes the importance of nestedness for all ages in order to maintain wellbeing and compassionate morality.

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57:51

Susan Blacklin - Water Justice

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/03/20

This episode includes Warren's conversation with Susan Blacklin, the author of Water Confidential - Witnessing Justice Denied. In her book she shares stories of the fifteen years during which she observed the challenges in obtaining safe drinking water for Canadians in rural and First Nations communities. Her late ex-husband, Dr. Hans Peterson, developed a biological water treatment process for First Nations. She shares the indifference of Government and sometimes outright discrimination toward

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55:24

Luke Kemp - Goliath's Curse

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/03/06

Listen in on Warren's conversation with Luke Kemp, Ph.D. author of Goliath's Curse. Luke is a research associate at the Centre for the Study of Existential Risk at the University of Cambridge. He has a background in human geography, international relations and economics, all of which he tutored or lectured in at the Australian National University. Luke is the author of the widely acclaimed book Goliath's Curse. Published in 2025, the book is a historical study of the collapse of human societies from

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58:48

Guy LaChapelle - World Values Survey

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/02/27

In this episode Warren talks with Guy LaChapelle about the World Values Survey. Guy is a tenured professor of Political Science at Concordia University in Montreal Canada. He was the Secretary General of the International Political Science Association (IPSA) from 2000-2020 and organized 10 World Congress around the world for the International Political Science Association. Guy will talk about the origins of the World Values Survey, some of the key aspects of the survey scope and content, and how the

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56:46

Dan Meakes - Social Disconnection and Isolation

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/02/20

This episode includes Warren's interview with Dan Meakes, a local educator, pastor, farmer and facilitator of the EDSI program (Economic Disconnection and Social Isolation) in the Shuswap. Dan and Warren talk about the state of social isolation and economic disconnection in our communities and about ways to support individuals who experience these issues or are at risk of disconnection due to their socio-economic status, age or health challenges.

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59:39

Jamie Kneen - MiningWatch Canada

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/01/30

In this episode hear Warren's interview with Jamie Kneen, Outreach Coordinator and Canada Program Co-Lead for MiningWatch Canada. Jamie leads MiningWatch's work on mining policy advocacy and mining activity in western and northern Canada, leading policy reform and providing strategic and technical support to communities affected by mineral exploration and mining projects. Listen in on this insightful conversation on the impacts of mining in Canada, particularly on indigenous communities in the

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57:48

Human Rights in BC - Kasari Govender and Laura Track

Planetary Conversations ·

2026/01/24

Listen in on Warren's interview with Kasari Govender and Laura Track. Kasari Govender is the first independent B.C. Commissioner for Human Rights and is responsible for promoting and protecting human rights in our province through the Office of the Human Rights Commissioner. Laura Track is the Director of the Community Legal Assistance Society’s Human Rights Clinic, as well as its Director of Education. She advocates on behalf of people who have experienced discrimination and assists complainants to

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