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Be the Change Podcast
by Be the Change Media Network and Lily Mott
Be the Change Podcast is a platform for leaders, activists, and changemakers to share their powerful stories and transformative ideas. Hosted by Lily Mott, each episode is packed with inspiring conversations that highlight how people around the world are driving extraordinary change in their communities and beyond. Whether you’re already engaged in social action or looking for motivation to make a difference, this podcast will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take action. Tune in to Be the Change Podcast every Wednesday and discover how you can "be the change you want to see in the world" too!
Episodes
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Conor Warren and Paddy Crump on Why We Need to Talk About AI
Whether you use AI every day, refuse to touch it, or fall somewhere in the middle, chances are you’re still finding your line, and we need to talk about that. This is the first episode in a three-part Creative Futures Lab series on Be the Change Podcast. Lily Mott talks with Conor Warren, founder...
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Grace Wankelman on "From the Frat House to the White House"
Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence, drugging, and the aftermath of assault. Please take care while listening. Today, October 8th, is the National Day of Action to end sexual violence, and Grace Wankelman is helping organize the "From the Frat House to the White...
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Filip Janevski on Bringing Integrity Back Into Politics
Change comes when we listen to each other, even when we disagree. In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott talks with Filip Janevski, a member of the Council of the City of Skopje in North Macedonia, whom she met at the Changing Narratives Conference with the No Hate Speech Network in...
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Jessica Arden Lefford on Community, Grief, and Why She Still Runs
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide. Please take care while listening. Some of the darkest chapters of our lives can become the reasons we keep showing up and moving forward, one step at a time. In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott talks with Jessica Arden...
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Troy Njenje Mbanga on the Youth Sector's Purpose Problem
Pay, recognition, competition for opportunities... oh my! Somewhere along the way, the youth sector may have lost the plot on why it does this work in the first place. In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, recorded to mark the second anniversary of The Forgotten Generation Podcast, Lily Mott...
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Tom Spare on Creativity, AI, and the Future of Politics
What does creativity mean in a world increasingly shaped by AI? And how does creativity shape politics? In this episode, Lily Mott is joined by Tom Spare, the creator of Spare a Thought and co-host of The Political Dispatch, to explore both of these questions. Lily and Tom talk about what...
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Natasha Pavey on Turning Climate Anxiety Into Action
For climate activists, watching the impacts of the climate crisis unfold can bring a particular kind of anxiety: knowing what is happening, understanding what is at stake, and still having to find the energy to keep fighting for change. In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott sits…
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Folusho Bello on Finding Confidence as an Autism Practitioner and Advocate
For many young people, the biggest barrier to making change isn't a lack of ideas or opportunities. Instead, it's the confidence to act on them. In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott sits down with autism practitioner, researcher, and #iwill Ambassador Folusho Bello to talk about…
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De-Mario Knowles on Why Real Human Connection Still Matters
In a world of AI and algorithms, it's easy to feel more connected than ever... and further apart than ever, all at once. In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott talks with award-winning public speaker and poet De-Mario Knowles about how a single poem, written almost by accident during...
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Thomas Grimwood on Finding Your Wildcats
Finding your passion is one thing. Finding your people is another, and sometimes if you're lucky, they arrive together. In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott talks with Thomas Grimwood, host of two Be the Change Media Network podcasts, Performing Passions and Super Summers, and a...
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Change Comes Through Challenge
In (another) solo episode, I reflect on the last six years of Be the Change Podcast and shares a vision for its next six. After spending the past year immersed in a community of changemakers, social impact leaders, and purpose-driven storytellers, I took some time to ask myself some difficult...
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Six Years of Be the Change Podcast
The first episode of Be the Change Podcast was released on June 2, 2020, and this episode marks six years since that first episode. I've spent six years asking my guests: "Lots of young people want to make change but might not know where to get started. What is your advice for those people who...
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Zander Moricz, Kahlil Greene, Anita Okunde, and Michael-Akolade Ayodeji with VoxPop
This episode features Anita Okunde, Michael-Akolade Ayodeji, Zander Moricz, and Kahlil Greene. On 14 May 2026, Zander Moricz, founder and executive director of SEE Alliance, and Kahlil Greene, also known as the Gen Z Historian, debated at The Oxford Union, where I recorded a live interview with...
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Dyar Hussain on Incorporating Creativity Into Making Change
For Dyar Hussain, changemaking doesn't fit neatly into one box, and neither does he. In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott talks with Dyar Hussain, Director of Education and Knowledge Exchange at YouthTheGap and host of Be the Change Media Network podcast Legacies Lost & Found…
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Cosima Wiltshire on Why Your Vote (and Your Voice) Matters
Ahead of the UK's local elections, it's a crucial time to ask one very important question: why does voting actually matter? In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, recorded ahead of the UK's May 7th, 2026 elections, Lily Mott talks with Cosima Wiltshire, an advocate and researcher building...
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Olivia Krawczyk on Refusing to Put Herself in a Box
Who says graphic design and social change don't belong in the same sentence? In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott talks with Olivia Krawczyk, founder of OneKind Creative, an award-winning design studio bridging graphic design and social impact, about building a career that feels…
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Nika Stastny on Choosing to See the Brighter Side
What does it take to stay motivated in a field where the work feels endless and the need never stops? In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott talks with Nika Stastny, a PhD student in Global Health and host of Be the Change Media Network podcast Global Health Talks: On the Brighter...
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Dany Shibu and Dani Onyewuenyi of Migrant Democracy Project
Ahead of the UK's April 20th voter registration deadline, one question sits at the heart of this episode: what happens when people who call a country home still can't vote in it? In this episode of Be the Change Podcast, Lily Mott talks with Dany Shibu and Dani Onyewuenyi, spokespeople for the...
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Emerging Leaders of Anthropy 2026
Change comes when we take up space. This special episode takes you inside Anthropy 2026, a gathering of leaders and organizations working toward a more united future for the United Kingdom. Recorded live from the Rainforest Biome at the Eden Project in Cornwall, this episode features clips from...
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World Autism Awareness Day Special
Today is World Autism Awareness Day, and this special episode features a conversation with the following members of Be the Change Media Network: Thomas Grimwood: Host of Performing Passions Tom Spare: Host of Spare a Thought Podcast and co-host of The Political Dispatch Throughout this episode…
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Rameen and Mahnoor from Daak Chithi
Change comes through creativity and community. Rameen Bajwa and Mahnoor Rehan are part of the team developing Daak Chithi, which is a global youth organization that is bringing back the age-old, golden tradition of letter writing and adding a modern twist. To get connected with Rameen and…
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Lilah McKim
Change comes when we all play a part. Lilah McKim is an activist, and this episode focuses on her climate activism. To get connected with Lilah, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram:...
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International Women's Day Special
Change comes when you pass the mic. Today is International Women's Day, and this special episode features a conversation with the following members of Be the change. Media Network: Zarin Khan: Host of This Stays Between Us Keyari Page: Host of Shadow and Light Nika Stastny who is developing a...
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Lauren Bennett and AMPLIFY 2026
Change comes when you dare to deserve. This special episode of Be the change. Podcast features interviews from AMPLIFY 2026, which is the University of Bath's student-led International Women's Month Summit. To learn more about AMPLIFY, find them on Instagram. To get connected with Lauren, find…
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Jack Walters
Change comes when you try new things and take risks. Jack Walters is the CEO and co-founder of HapWare, which is a company providing people with disabilities more information in social interactions using AI and haptic technology through wearables. To get connected with Jack, find him on Instagram...
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Arissa Roy
Change comes through collaboration and community. Arissa Roy is the founder and CEO of Project Power Global, which is a non-profit committed to spreading awareness about lack of access to education and to addressing the problem by directly supporting communities in need. To get connected with...
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Le'Shaé Woodstock
Change comes when you believe in your sense of what’s right and what’s wrong. Le'Shaé Woodstock is a registered midwife and an activist dedicated to reducing maternal health inequalities and advocating for workers’ rights. To get connected with Le'Shaé, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn. Please...
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Lucy Grimshaw
Change comes when you understand that your voice counts. Lucy Grimshaw is a Case Manager at the Fathers & Families Support Center in St. Louis, Missouri. She is also a Fulbright alumni, who earned her MRes in Criminology from the University of Manchester. To get connected with Lucy, find her on...
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Cici Manwa
Change comes when you’re proactive. Cici Manwa is a public speaker and one of the youngest elected councillors in the United Kingdom. To get connected with Cici, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on...
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A Year of Hope, A Future Filled with Community
Change comes through community. As 2025 comes to a close, I'm taking a moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead to 2026. In this special New Year’s Eve episode, I'm stepping away from my usual interviews with changemakers to record a solo episode reflecting on a year shaped by political...
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Puneet Singh Singhal
Change comes when you’re open to sharing your story. Puneet Singh Singhal is working at the intersections of disability, the climate crisis, inhumane urbanization, and mental health. To get connected with Puneet, find him on Instagram and LinkedIn. Learn more about Green Disability here:...
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Molly Taylor and Nathaniel King
Change comes when you’re ready to listen and learn. Molly Taylor and Nathaniel King joined me to talk about their experiences as estranged students, following Estranged Students Solidarity Week 2025. Content warning: This episode features personal experiences of domestic abuse. Listener…
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Simon Klinga
Change comes when you love your work. Simon Klinga is the CEO of LASAR. LASAR is based in the Czech Republic and was founded by a team of high school students to develop advanced laser systems for orbit cleanups and satellite recovery. To get connected with Simon, find him on Instagram and...
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Millicent Wenlock
Change comes when you’re willing to listen. Millicent Wenlock is an advocate for social justice, sustainability, and inclusivity. Millicent is also an estranged and care-experienced young person, so she joined me for Estranged Students Solidarity Week to discuss her experiences and her advocacy.…
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Beata Jonite
Change comes from being on the right side of history. Beata Jonite is a policy expert on gender-based violence and human trafficking, who is based in Latvia. Beata has been heavily involved in organizing protests, following a recent vote by Latvian Members of Parliament to withdraw from the...
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Kaz ChuFoon
Change comes when you cause a little bit of mischief. Kaz ChuFoon is a youth voice activist and a Member of UK Youth Parliament for Essex, as well as being involved with FlippGen, Bite Back, the Epping Forest Youth Council, the Jack Petchey Foundation, and other organizations. To get connected…
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Kaia Allen-Bevan
Change comes when you recognize that your dream was placed in your heart for a reason. Kaia Allen-Bevan is a racial justice advocate, public speaker, the founder and director of YouthTheGap, and a director at Edge of Difference. To get connected with Kaia, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram. To...
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Lewis Swire
Change comes when you take a chance. Lewis Swire is an award-winning social entrepreneur and the founder of Reel It In, which is a youth-led campaign committed to raising awareness about social media addiction and fighting for ethical tech legislation. To get connected with Lewis, find him on...
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Ricky Yao
Change comes when you take action and take action fast. Ricky Yao is a content creator, who is passionate about turning ambitious Gen Z individuals into confident and resilient leaders. To get connected with Ricky, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and...
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Paddy Crump is Back
Change comes when you put yourself out there. Paddy Crump is a mental health campaigner, as well as the host of Now We're Really Talking on Be the change. Media Network. Now We're Really Talking launched on Be the change. Media Network on October 6, 2025, so you can listen now via our website. To...
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Giuliano Sarubbi
Change comes when you embrace your uniqueness. Giuliano Sarubbi is a youth leader from Paraguay, who is currently making change in Taiwan. To get connected with Giuliano, find him on his personal Instagram or his organization's Instagram. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe!...
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Jodie Bailey-Ho
Change comes when you say "yes" before you’re ready. Jodie Bailey-Ho is a climate justice campaigner, who is based in the UK. To get connected with Jodie, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn. Please leave a rating, share a comment, and subscribe! Follow Be the change. Media Network on Instagram:...
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Evergreen Strong: Lessons from Tragedy, Healing Together, and Building a Better Future
On September 10th, a shooting took place at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Colorado. Two students were injured, and countless other students, teachers, and community members were left shaken by an event that has become tragically familiar across the United States. In this episode of Be the...
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Eduarda Zoghbi
Change comes when you turn your feelings of loneliness into a community. Eduarda Zoghbi is a climate and energy specialist, as well as the founder of MPower Brasil. To get connected with Eduarda, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn. For more information about MPower Brasil, visit their website:...
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Ashleigh Streeter-Jones
Change comes when you're married to the problem, not the solution. Ashleigh Streeter-Jones is an activist, founder, speaker, writer, and advisor, who is working to close gender inequality gaps locally, nationally and internationally. To get connected with Ashleigh, find her on Instagram and...
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Zarin Khan
Change comes when you hold onto that voice that says “you can do it.” Zarin Khan is the host of This Stays Between Us, which she describes as “more than just a podcast. A mic for the girls at the back.” This Stays Between Us launched on Be the change. Media Network on August 15, 2025, and you can...
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Amanda Amaeshi
Change comes when you take advantage of opportunities. Amanda Amaeshi is an award-winning activist, campaigner, and writer, specializing in gender equality, anti-racism, and youth voice and political participation. To get connected with Amanda, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn. Please leave a...
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Ging Chen Sow
Change comes when you balance your “one for you, one for me” ratio. Ging Chen Sow is a production designer and art director, and we discussed his role as the production designer for the short film, Obligatory. Set during the oppressive military rule in Greece in the early 1970s, Obligatory…
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Paddy Crump
Change comes when we’re brave. Paddy Crump is a mental health campaigner from the United Kingdom who is working with a variety of organizations, including YoungMinds and The Hero Project, to make change. To get connected with Paddy, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram. Please leave a rating, share…
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Sandra Martyna Rowińska
Change comes when we do it ourselves. Sandra Martyna Rowińska is the host of Formula Amateur, which is your podcasting destination to learn everything you need to know about Formula 1 racing from another amateur. Formula Amateur launched on Be the change. Media Network on January 25, 2025, so you...
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Be the Change Podcast is a platform for leaders, activists, and changemakers to share their powerful stories and transformative ideas.
Hosted by Lily Mott, each episode is packed with inspiring conversations that highlight how people around the world are driving extraordinary change in their communities and beyond. Whether you’re already engaged in social action or looking for motivation to make a difference, this podcast will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take action.
Tune in to Be the Change Podcast every Wednesday and discover how you can "be the change you want to see in the world" too!
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