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In this short introduction episode, host Michael Hanf introduces Matters of Consequence. Michael shares why he is starting this podcast and the kind of conversations he wants to have: open, curious discussions with interesting people about the things they care about and the work they are trying to do.
This episode sets the tone for what’s to come. No fixed topic. No tight format. Just space for conversation, exploration, and learning.
In this episode of Matters of Consequence, host Michael Hanf speaks with Stuart Goldsmith about humour and the climate crisis. They talk about whether it’s okay to laugh about something this serious, what humour makes possible that other forms of communication don’t, and how people stay engaged without burning out or pretending to be perfect. A conversation about responsibility, hypocrisy, and why laughing doesn’t necessarily mean not caring.
In this episode of Matters of Consequence, host Michael Hanf speaks with Clover Hogan about climate anxiety and action. They talk about what it means to take the climate crisis seriously without shutting down, how anxiety can be a response to paying attention, and what helps people stay engaged over time. A conversation about responsibility, discomfort, and what it takes to hold concern and action at the same time.
In this episode of Matters of Consequence, host Michael Hanf speaks with Sönke Marahrens about hybrid threats and how conflict increasingly unfolds below the threshold of war. They talk about disinformation, cyber pressure, and small disruptions that gradually undermine trust and decision-making, and what this means for leaders, organizations, and societies. A conversation about preparedness, responsibility, and how disruption becomes normal long before anyone feels under attack.
In this episode of Matters of Consequence, host Michael Hanf speaks with Maggie Tokuda-Hall about refusal, responsibility, and the cost of staying with a decision over time. They talk about what followed her public refusal to change her work, how that moment reshaped her understanding of being an author, and what it means to keep going once writing stops being enough. A conversation about consequence, visibility, and living with uncertainty without a clear endpoint.
In this episode of Matters of Consequence, host Michael Hanf speaks with Alexandra Allred and Liz Parr-Smestad about what it took to open bobsled to women. They talk about the moment Alexandra first realised women were excluded from the sport, what followed in the years after, and what it was like to be part of changing the sport from the inside. A conversation about competition, physical risk, and staying involved over time when the outcome is uncertain.
>> Scheduled for 17.2.2026
In this episode of Matters of Consequence, host Michael Hanf speaks with Moritz Neumeister about trust, illusion, and responsibility in close proximity. They talk about working just a few centimeters away from people, earning a living from something that depends on not fully explaining itself, and moments when magic feels less like play and more like a moral question. A conversation about doubt, care, and what stays once the magic ends.
>> Scheduled for 24.2.2026
In this launch episode, host Michael Hanf kicks off the FoS Podcast, unveiling the vision behind Future of Sustainability and why rethinking how we live, work, and create is crucial in today’s changing world. Michael introduces the podcast’s core themes, what listeners can look forward to, and how each episode will challenge ideas, spark meaningful conversations, and connect a community driven to shape a more sustainable future.
In this first episode, host Michael Hanf sits down with Heidi Hautala, former Vice President of the European Parliament, to explore how sustainability, human rights, and business responsibility intersect in shaping Europe’s future. Heidi shares her journey from activist to policymaker, why transparency and integrity are essential for rebuilding trust, and how collaboration across society can drive the just transition we need.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Gary A. Bolles, Chair for the Future of Work at Singularity University and author of The Next Rules of Work, about how we can redesign work, learning, and capitalism for a sustainable future. Gary explores why adaptability and purpose are the new superpowers, how AI can enable lifelong learning, and why inclusive, regenerative systems are key to unlocking human potential.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Alena (14) and Sophie (10) Saleem, the sister duo behind Glowie.fi — a privacy-first AI chatbot designed to support teens with everyday questions about mental wellness, relationships, and life. They share how a library road trip across Europe sparked their AI journey, why they built “glass-box” technology that puts trust before profit, and what it means to create ethical, human-centered innovation from the ground up.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Peppi Stünkel — entrepreneur, activist, and co-creator of the global art exhibition I Was Born a Girl. Peppi shares how art, empathy, and storytelling can drive social change, from transforming workplaces through creativity to bringing human rights to life through portraiture and poetry. A powerful conversation about how feeling leads to caring — and caring to action.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Marc de Jong, Head of Business Development at the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), about how one of the world’s most demanding motorsport series is driving a bold sustainability transformation. From introducing 100% sustainable fuel and hybrid technologies to protecting biodiversity and reducing emissions across logistics and broadcasting, WRC is proving that high performance and responsibility can go hand in hand.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Paul Rice, founder and former CEO of Fair Trade USA, about how trade—not aid—can build a fairer, more sustainable global economy. From his early work with Nicaraguan coffee farmers to creating one of the world’s leading ethical sourcing movements, Paul shares how conscious capitalism, fair pricing, and consumer choice can turn markets into engines for equity and impact.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Aino Försti-Smith, Head of Communications at Bayer Finland and Board Member of UN Women Finland, about why women’s health and reproductive rights are essential to building equitable, resilient societies. Aino shares how Bayer’s goal to provide access to contraception for 100 million women by 2030 connects business with impact—and why empowering girls and women creates ripple effects that strengthen families, communities, and economies.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Graihagh Jackson, Senior Broadcast Journalist at the BBC and host of The Climate Question, about how journalism can cut through noise, combat climate fatigue, and inspire informed action. Graihagh shares how her team makes complex issues human and relatable—telling stories that connect science, society, and emotion while reminding us that climate is not just a topic, but a thread running through everything.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Venkata “Serish” Gandikota, co-founder of InnoFrugal and co-lead of the Frugal AI Hub at Cambridge Judge Business School, about how we can rethink innovation for a resource-constrained world. Serish introduces the concept of Frugal AI—a practical, inclusive, and efficient approach that challenges the “bigger is better” mindset and focuses on solutions designed for real-world impact across diverse contexts.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Ali Russell, Managing Director of Extreme E / Extreme H, the world’s first hydrogen-powered off-road racing series launching in 2025. Building on the legacy of Extreme E and Formula E, Ali shares how motorsport can become a catalyst for clean energy innovation—advancing hydrogen fuel cell technology, infrastructure, and awareness. Extreme H isn’t just about racing—it’s about proving what’s possible in the race toward a sustainable mobility future.
In this special episode, recorded live at the Nordic Business Forum 2025 in Helsinki, host Michael Hanf explores what it means to move forward in the never normal—a world where disruption is constant and stability no longer guaranteed. Featuring insights from Howard Yu, Peter Hinssen, Riina Bhatia, and other leading voices, the episode unpacks how leaders can perform and transform at once, redefine growth beyond GDP, and build organizations ready to bounce forward instead of back.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Dr. Debbie Saunders, Co-Founder and CEO of NatureHelm and Founder of Wildlife Drones, about how biodiversity intelligence can bridge the gap between science, technology, and business. From tracking endangered parrots to building AI-driven platforms for global companies, Debbie shares how data, storytelling, and innovation can turn nature from a risk to be managed into a partner for resilience and long-term value.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Vidar Helgesen, Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO and former Norwegian Minister of Climate and Environment, about why the ocean is humanity’s beating blue heart. Vidar shares how ocean science, policy, and global cooperation can help protect the planet’s life-support system—and why awareness, investment, and innovation are essential to keeping it alive and thriving.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Kathleen Biggins, Founder of C-Change Conversations, about how reframing climate change can open dialogue across political and ideological divides. Kathleen shares why focusing on risk, resilience, and everyday impacts can be more effective than moral arguments, and how creating space for shared understanding makes constructive action possible even in polarized contexts.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Rebecca Thompson, Founder and CEO of Sustainable Travel Tech, about how data transparency can help rebuild trust in sustainable travel. Rebecca shares how making the climate impact of accommodation visible at the point of booking can turn sustainability from a vague aspiration into a practical decision factor, and why credible data matters for travellers, hotels, and platforms alike.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf shares insights from the Future of Sustainability Slush 2025 Special, where sustainability moved from the margins to the centre of the innovation agenda. Drawing on conversations with founders and operators across energy, food, finance, and behaviour change, the episode explores why the sustainability transition is now driven less by breakthrough science and more by removing friction, simplifying systems, and enabling technologies to scale in the real world.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Barri Harris and Shane Lapp, co-leads of Circularity.One, about how community enterprise models can reshape the way value, ownership, and decision-making are shared. Drawing on pilot projects in energy and food resilience, they discuss why evolving capitalism is less about new technology and more about redesigning governance, finance, and trust to serve communities over the long term.
In this episode, host Michael Hanf speaks with Joel Carboni, Founder and President of Green Project Management, about why sustainability ambitions often fail at the point of delivery. Joel shares how embedding sustainability directly into project management can turn high-level goals into everyday decisions, and why focusing on outcomes, risk, and long-term value makes sustainability a practical advantage rather than a compliance exercise.
In this final episode of The Future of Sustainability, host Michael Hanf reflects on why the original framing of the podcast no longer felt sufficient. After months of conversations with leaders, founders, and practitioners, it became clear that many of the most important questions could not be contained within a single theme. This episode closes The Future of Sustainability and explains why the conversation continues in a different form in January.