16: I would catch up with my previous guests.
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Give us your feedback and tell us what you would do if you ruled the world! It’s stock taking time! Today I’m checking in with some of the previous guests on the show to see how they’re getting on and what progress they have made since we last spoke. This episode threw up some real curve balls and I had no idea what to expect! Sit back and relax as we kick off the episode with a beautiful quote from Angela Davis speaking back in 1972… Key Takeaways: Global Student Activism: Insight into the expansive student protests demanding divestment from companies profiting from Israeli apartheid, capturing the essence of global solidarity and the impact of collective action.Advancements in Ecocide Law: JoJo Mehta shares exciting developments in ecocide legislation, highlighting recent international movements and legal victories that mark progress in environmental protection.Personal and Ecological Grief: Robbie Blackhall-Miles discusses his personal journey through grief and its parallels with ecological loss, providing a poignant view on the emotional dimensions of environmental activism.Combatting Global Hunger Amidst Climate Crisis: Edie Mukiibi of Slow Food International gives us a sobering look at how the climate crisis exacerbates global hunger, especially in conflict zones, underscoring the urgent need for global awareness and action.Conservation Efforts by Mike Webb: Updates on Gwent Wildlife Trust’s campaigns to protect biodiversity against industrial developments, stressing the importance of community engagement and legal strategies in conservation.Challenging Big Tech's Exploitative Practices: Foxglove Legal gives us an overview of the ongoing legal battles against exploitative practices of big tech companies, highlighting the critical role of digital justice in protecting individual rights and freedoms.Youth-Led Environmental Restoration: Hal from Action for Conservation updates us on youth empowerment in environmental restoration, showcasing how intergenerational collaboration fosters significant positive environmental impacts. Follow the show: You can follow ‘If I Ruled the World’ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your preferred platform of choice. Follow Gillian a href="https://www.instagram.com/gillians_voice/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...
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