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Climate Humans

Climate Humans lifts the lid on the reality of climate mobilization. Candid chats with the next generation of climate leaders on the actions they’re taking to drive change, and the personal impact this has on them. Join HERO’s Mauricio Porras to debunk why climate mobilizers are more than heroes; they"re humans, just like you and me. HERO is the first subscription platform providing a stable income for climate mobilizers working on climate policy change. Subscribe today for just €6 a month at

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00:29:06

Climate justice & collective liberation with poet and...

Climate Humans ·

2025/07/15

“Stepping up as a hero for me means collective redemption; this collective arc of solidarity and liberation,” says poet and activist Liba Ravindran on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Liba shares how the 2004 boxing day tsunami in his homeland of Sri Lanka set him on his climate action path, how poetry helps him connect to his roots, and his experiences today living in a community project. References: Anti-Oppression Circle:

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00:23:24

Why climate funding needs a justice-first approach,...

Climate Humans ·

2025/05/13

“Now is the time to really double down on tackling equity and justice as part of climate work, rather than shying away,” says the CEO of Impatience Earth, Yasmin Ahammad, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Yasmin shares a 101 explainer on climate philanthropy and its role in climate action, explores the challenges of climate funding today and routes forward, and why the biggest risk is doing nothing. Climate Humans is brought to you by HERO, the first

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00:40:25

Why truth is the new frontlines for climate action,...

Climate Humans ·

2025/03/20

“If there’s no shared understanding of what is true, we’re going to have a hard time organizing for real change,” says Germany’s Fridays for Future leader, Luisa Neubauer, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Luisa warns how far-right movements are derailing democracy and climate action, why courage and discomfort go hand in hand as an activist, and insights on best-in-class group organizing. Climate Humans is brought to you by HERO, the first platform where

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00:37:46

Why real climate leadership is about empowering...

Climate Humans ·

2025/02/24

“If somebody's really empowered, it's from within.” Former Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado joins the Climate Humans podcast to share why true climate leadership isn’t about authority—it’s about building movements. In this conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Carlos explores the risks great leaders must take, the power of coalition building and allyship, and why real change comes from both the top and the bottom.Climate Humans is brought to you by HERO, the first platform where you

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00:33:26

Building the parent-led climate movement of love...

Climate Humans ·

2025/01/13

“I think many parents are everyday heroes,” says Our Kids’ Climate co-director and Mothers Rise Up co-founder, Maya Mailer, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Maya shares how parent-led campaigning style is rooted in intergenerational love, duty, and care, how it is expanding around the world, and memorable moments demonstrating with her daughter. Further resources Open Letter to World Leaders - ourkidsclimate.org Our Other Mother - ourkidsclimate.org

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00:49:02

Igniting the creative climate revolution, with Lucy...

Climate Humans ·

2024/11/18

“If this work isn't valued now, what hope do we have as a humanity?” asks Lucy von Sturmer, the founder and director of Creatives for Climate, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Lucy shares how she’s mobilizing and upskilling the creative industry to drive solutions and not pollution, what it means to be an activist communicator, and why being a hero is all about “lifting while leading”.Visit the Creatives for Climate hub. 00:27 Meet Lucy von Sturmer, the

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00:39:39

Behind the scenes of one the UK’s most successful...

Climate Humans ·

2024/09/24

“I had that rebellious understanding that nobody was going to come and solve this for us,” shares Lauren MacDonald, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Lauren shares their experiences as part of the #StopRosebank and #StopCambo campaigns to stop new oil projects in the UK, why it’s important for activists to take rest, and processing the reality of growing up as a young climate activist in the media. Introduction and welcome (1m) Quickfire questions

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00:24:18

Take your climate career from zero to one hundred,...

Climate Humans ·

2024/09/09

“No one is going to hold your hand through the process. So you need to figure out things for yourself,” shares Juanita Silva Mir, a Chilean sociologist and climate storyteller, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Juanita shares how she was thrown into the deep end of climate action at COP25 and the career insights she learnt along the way, why we must expand our understanding of climate activists as value creators, and how to reduce the divides in the climate

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00:25:30

Bridging grassroots climate activism and corporate...

Climate Humans ·

2024/08/12

“Activism quite literally changed my life,” says Futerra chief solutionist and co-founder Solitaire Townsend, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Solitaire shares her story of climate mobilization, from getting started protesting nuclear waste being dumped in her neighborhood, to transitioning her climate activism skills from the frontlines to the boardroom of global businesses, and why accessibility is key to improving the success of the movement. Climate

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00:25:14

Resilience and reality in climate activism, with...

Climate Humans ·

2024/07/08

“It's really a process of continuing to believe that what we are doing is actually bringing about change. Sometimes it may be slow, but it eventually comes,” says climate activist Vanessa Nakate, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Vanessa shares personal stories from her early activism days, the importance of sustaining activists within the movement, and why we must redefine what it means to be a hero today.00:23 Quickfire questions 03:21 Vanessa's

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00:28:17

Founding a global climate comms agency as a...

Climate Humans ·

2024/05/13

“We need new ways of storytelling,” says founder and CEO of Kibbo Kift Agency, Sam Narr, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Sam shares why growing up in a single parent household on a council estate got him into climate, why standing out and daring to be different is central to his creative approach, and the Tuvalu digital nation campaign that captured his imagination. Climate Humans is brought to you by HERO, the first platform where you can directly fund

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00:27:34

How a newsletter grew into a global climate...

Climate Humans ·

2024/04/29

“No one can accomplish anything on their own in this movement,” says co-founder and editor-in-chief of Atmos, Willow Defebaugh, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Willow shares how she’s bringing a fresh approach to climate storytelling and media, why passion alone is not a sustainable energy source for those working in climate, and why Fridays for Future is her favourite climate success story. Show notes: 01:15 Meet Willow: A climate storyteller 01:27

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00:21:28

In it for the long haul: tips and approaches for...

Climate Humans ·

2024/03/19

“In order to fight for justice, you need to be nourished and not burnt out,” says climate justice advocate and educator, Samia Dumbuya, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Samia shares why it’s important to remember that change doesn't happen overnight, why community is the only real antidote to burnout, and why she centres her work around joy, peace and serenity. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herocircle/support

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00:21:28

Influencing companies from the inside-out, with Force...

Climate Humans ·

2024/03/04

Intergenerational activism can drive change from inside the world’s biggest companies, says Force of Nature’s Kat Hamilton, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Kat shares why being a hero is about acting from a place of love, why the not-for-profit business model doesn’t work in a capitalist world, and what it’s really like working for your high school friend. Climate Humans is brought to you by HERO, the first platform where you can directly fund

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00:01:21

Welcome to Climate Humans

Climate Humans ·

2024/02/23

Welcome to Climate Humans – a podcast by HERO. Stories about why climate mobilizers are more than heroes; they're humans, just like you and me. HERO's Mauricio Porras explains more.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herocircle/support

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00:21:43

Why climate mobilizers and politicians are more alike...

Climate Humans ·

2024/02/23

“I think certain climate activists can be fantastic politicians,” says the co-founder and CEO of the Apolitical Foundation and ex-public servant, Lisa Witter, on the Climate Humans podcast. In conversation with HERO’s Mauricio Porras, Lisa shares what Barack Obama, AOC and Arnold Schwarzenegger all have in common, why she’s passionate about helping climate mobilizers transition into politics to drive change from inside the system, and why she believes superheroes are just people who dare and dream

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00:24:38

19. Finding Your Power: Pia Carazo's Journey of...

Climate Humans ·

2023/06/13

Welcome to another episode of the HERO Podcast! Join the HERO movement at https://herocircle.app/ to support the crucial policy work of climate mobilizers for as little as €6 a month. In this episode, joining us is Pia Carazo, co-founder of Quantum Leap, an NGO working on advancing holistic solutions for climate change, to shift from old systems and mind frames to regenerative ones. Throughout this episode, we'll explore Pia's transformative path, from lawyer to environmental champion

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00:01:39

Join us in funding the next generation of climate...

Climate Humans ·

2023/06/04

At HERO, our mission is clear: to accelerate climate policy worldwide and keep the world temperature below the 1.5-degree threshold. We believe that climate mobilizers have the power to drive change. These dedicated individuals shape public narratives, spark political debates, and propose legislation to push for the policies we need. Now, you have the opportunity to be part of this movement. By subscribing to HERO at herocircle.app for as little as 6 EUR per month, you provide a stable monthly

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00:32:59

18. The LATAM Feminist Circle's Journey towards the...

Climate Humans ·

2023/06/04

Join the HERO movement at https://herocircle.app/ to support the crucial policy work of climate mobilizers for as little as €6 a month. Welcome to another episode of the HERO Podcast! In this episode, we join Emiliana and Sofía from the LATAM Feminist Circle on their journey to secure the ratification of the Escazu Agreement—the first regional treaty defending environmental defenders' rights and access to environmental information. They share their experiences as mobilizers, emphasizing the

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00:20:52

17. Insights from a Social Business Pioneer

Climate Humans ·

2023/04/06

Welcome to another episode of the HERO podcast, where we feature the inspiring voices of those who are pushing for the most effective solutions to the climate crisis. HERO is the first subscription platform providing a stable income for climate mobilizers working on climate policy change. Subscribe today for just 6 euros a month at https://herocircle.app/ and join the journey of the most effective climate campaigners around the world. This podcast episode features Saskia Bruysten, Co-founder of

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