The Klosters Forum Podcast
by The Klosters Forum
Hannah MacInnes joins some of the participants and guests of The Klosters Forum to discuss some of the key environmental issues of today including themes of plastic pollution, biodiversity and food systems. The Klosters Forum is a neutral platform that brings together disruptive and inspirational minds to address some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Hannah MacInnes is a Freelance Journalist and a regular interviewer and Podcast Host for the How To: Academy, chairing interviews, panels and debates across a wide range of subjects and current issues. Before going Freelance she worked for over 7 years at BBC Newsnight as Planning Editor and as a Producer / Filmmaker. The Klosters Forum is a neutral platform. The views and opinions expressed by the participants during these podcasts are that of the participant and may not necessarily represent the views of The Klosters Forum. Music by IB Audio https://www.ibaudio.com
Episodes
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How to Tell the Climate Story Without Overwhelming Audiences with Chase Cain
In this episode of The Cultural Turn, host Hannah MacInnes sits down with meteorologist and former NBC News national climate reporter Chase Cain. After stepping away from network television, Chase chose to trade short, reactive broadcast soundbites for independent, in-depth digital storytelling.…
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How can art make ecological stewardship second nature? With Rolf Sachs
In this episode of The Cultural Turn, host Hannah MacInnes is joined by acclaimed multidisciplinary artist Rolf Sachs at The Klosters Forum. Rolf shares how visual art cultivates empathy, why caring for our planet must become an instinct rather than a chore, and how human authenticity stands…
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Can an on-screen story change policy in parliament? With Danielle Turkov Wilson
In this episode of The Cultural Turn, host Hannah MacInnes sits down with Danielle Turkov Wilson, Founder and CEO of Think-Film Impact Production. As an actionist, Danielle operates at the intersection of cinema and political strategy, turning narratives into measurable systemic change. Together,...
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Healing ecological grief through art & action with Alison Tickell
Can art help us navigate climate grief and inspire true systemic change? In our very first episode of The Cultural Turn, host Hannah MacInnes sits down with Alison Tickell, CEO of Julie’s Bicycle, to discuss the transformative power of art and culture. Together, they explore how creative…
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How nature-based design can heal our sinking cities with Kotchakorn Voraakhom
In this episode, landscape architect Kotchakorn Voraakhom joins host Hannah MacInnes to discuss how Bangkok is reclaiming its identity as a water-based city. From creating massive flood-retention parks to building Asia’s largest urban rooftop farm, Kotchakorn shares how nature-based design can…
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Why high-tech innovation is the unlikely ally of urban biodiversity with Dr. Nadina Galle
Can technology and nature coexist to create truly resilient urban environments? Host Hannah MacInnes explores this question with ecological engineer Dr. Nadina Galle, who describes how a digital revolution is finally reaching urban ecology. In this episode, Nadina dives into the "Internet of...
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How to Design for Climate Transformation in a 'Messy' World with Kirsten Dunlop
In this episode of The Resilient City, host Hannah MacInnes and Kirsten Dunlop (CEO, Climate KIC) discuss how real change needs a complete, systematic change that goes beyond individual solutions. Kirsten explains that big, radical shifts only happen when there is a crisis, and the change is…
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"I've been to the future. We won." A conversation with Rob Hopkins
In this episode of The Resilient City, host Hannah MacInnes is joined by inspiring activist and author Rob Hopkins. Rob reveals his unique, radical approach to climate action: taking audiences on a theatrical "time machine" journey to a successful 2030. He argues that we must abandon the language...
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Bhutan's Bamboo Blueprint: How Ancient Materials Could Build Future Cities with Sonam Choden
In this episode of The Resilient City by The Klosters Forum, host Hannah MacInnes is joined by Sonam Choden, Lead Researcher at ReBuilt Bhutan. Drawing on her 20+ years of experience, Sonam shares her mission to transform the built environment from a carbon emitter into a bio-based,...
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Why Nature Needs AI and Why AI Needs Nature with Carlo Ratti
In this episode of The Resilient City by The Klosters Forum, host Hannah MacInnes is joined by world-renowned architect, engineer, and inventor, Carlo Ratti. Carlo, Professor at the Politecnico di Milano and at MIT, and founding partner of CRA–Carlo Ratti Associati, and Director of the Biennale...
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The power of community engagement in creating climate resilient cities with Dr. Jennifer Lenhart
How can we create cities that are truly resilient to climate change? The answer lies in engaging the public. In this episode of The Klosters Forum's Resilient Cities podcast, host Hannah MacInnes explores the crucial role of public engagement with Dr. Jennifer Lenhart, WWF's Global Cities Lead....
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Climate-proofing our cities: insights from UN-Habitat's Shipra Narang Suri
In this episode, Hannah MacInnes sits down with Shipra Narang Suri, a leading expert in sustainable urbanisation, urban resilience and Senior Policy Advisor to the Executive Director of UN-Habitat. She was the Chief of Urban Practices Branch at UN-Habitat until January 2024 when this episode was...
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Is adaptive reuse the key to creating more sustainable and resilient cities? With Calvin Chua
In this episode of The Klosters Forum's Resilient Cities podcast, host Hannah MacInnes dives into the topic of urban neighbourhoods and adaptive reuse with Calvin Chua, Founder of Spatial Anatomy, an expert in urban adaptation and author of a book about adaptation strategies for ageing shopping...
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Why urban resilience is now a necessity with Lauren Sorkin
COVID-19 exposed a critical truth: cities need to be ready for anything. In this episode of The Klosters Forum's Resilient Cities podcast, host Hannah MacInnes sits down with Lauren Sorkin, Executive Director of the Resilient Cities Network, to discuss why urban resilience is an urgent necessity…
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Building cities that flourish and thrive in the face of climate change with Rob McDonald
In this episode of The Klosters Forum's "The Resilient City" podcast, host Hannah MacInnes sits down with Dr. Robert McDonald, Lead Scientist for Europe at The Nature Conservancy, to discuss how cities can not only survive but thrive in the face of climate change. Robert, an expert in urban…
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The 3-30-300 rule: a new vision for urban greening with Cecil Konijnendijk
In this episode of The Klosters Forum 'The Resilient City' podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of urban forestry and the 3-30-300 rule with renowned expert Cecil Konijnendijk. With over 30 years of experience, Cecil shares his insights on how trees can transform our cities, improve our...
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Extreme weather, extreme inequality: it's time to protect our most vulnerable with Sheela Patel
Climate change is hitting our vulnerable communities hardest. In this episode of The Resilient City, we're joined by Sheela Patel, founder of Society for Promotion of Area Resource Centres (SPARC), an NGO working with Mumbai's urban poor communities. In this episode, Sheela shares insights on how...
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Can cities help us heal? Designing cities to improve human and planetary health with Helle Søholt
How can we create cities that prioritise people? Join our host of The Resilient City podcast, Hannah MacInnes, as she talks to Helle Søholt, CEO of Gehl, about building resilient cities that support mental health, combat loneliness, and promote sustainability. In this episode, Helle shares…
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Lifting communities from both poverty and pollution with Ani Dasgupta
In this episode of The Klosters Forum podcast, host Hannah MacInnes engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Ani Dasgupta, President and CEO of the World Resources Institute. They delve into the complex relationship between poverty and climate change in urban areas, spotlighting Delhi's...
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How to inspire climate action in cities with Katharine Hayhoe
In this episode, we join climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe as she delves into the surprising transformation of Texas from a climate laggard to an emerging leader in sustainability. Katharine explores how Texas' cities are confronting the increasing threat of extreme weather events head-on,...
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How Tirana's past regime has shaped its sustainable future with Mayor Erion Veliaj
In this episode, Mayor Erion Veliaj, the three-time re-elected Mayor of Tirana, the capital of Albania, shares his story about the extraordinary transformation of his city. Once under a dictatorship that caused mass exodus, Tirana is now a shining example of urban sustainability and…
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The Importance of the "15-Minute City" with Professor Carlos Moreno
In this episode, Professor Carlos Moreno, Scientific Director of the research lab “Entrepreneurship Territory Innovation” at the IAE Paris-Sorbonne, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne and Professor at IAA, International Academy of Architecture, speaks to Hannah MacInnes about the ’15-Minute…
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Resilient Cities – An Introduction with Mark Watts
In this new series, we explore how cities across the world can rise to the ecological challenges created by a rapidly changing climate. Join Hannah and the guests as they consider innovative approaches to building resilience into the urban landscape. In this episode, Mark Watts speaks to Hannah...
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Thinking Long Term with Ella Saltmarshe
Ella Saltmarshe speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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Robotics, AI and digitisation: a force for good?
Professor Catherine de Wolf speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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Spatial Justice and Equality with Liz Ogbu
Liz Ogbu, Founder and Principal at Studio O, speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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Bio-Based Breakthroughs: Exploring Sustainable Materials with Mae-Ling Lokko
Mae-Ling Lokko, Assistant Professor at Yale University speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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Turning Plastic Waste into Bricks in Africa and beyond with Kidus Asfaw
Kidus Asfaw, CEO and Co-Founder of Kubik, speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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Regenerative Design with Bill Reed
Bill Reed speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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Biomimetics and their role in the Future of Construction
Dr. Ehab Sayed, Founder and Chief Evolution Officer at Biohm and Board Member of Fast Forward 2030, speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment...
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Burning Man's Sustainability Road Map with it's CEO Marian Goodell
Marian Goodell, the CEO of Burning Man Project, speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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The Future of the Built Environment with Sarah Mineko Ichioka
Sarah Mineko Ichioka, Founding Director of Desire Lines, a Singapore-based consultancy for environmental, cultural, and social-impact organizations and initiatives, speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design…
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Rethinking Affordable Housing With Gilles Retsin
Gilles Retsin, Architect & Founder at AUAR Ltd speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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Tim Smit: Making the leap from Consumer to Citizen
Sir Tim Smit speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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The Power of Fungi with Dr. Merlin Sheldrake
Recorded live at The Klosters Forum in June 2022, Dr. Merlin Sheldrake speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing population.
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The Future of Building Materials: Smart Windows
Recorded live at The Klosters Forum in June 2022, Professor Sarbajit Banerjee speaks to Hannah MacInnes to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing...
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Understanding our role in nature, learning from indigenous cultures
In this episode of, In Line with Nature, Dr. Mamphea Ramphele, Co-President at The Club of Rome. She speaks with Hannah to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for…
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Adapting Architecture with an Industry Leading Expert
In this episode of, In Line with Nature, Hannah MacInnes talks to Ron Bakker, Founding Partner, PLP Architecture. He speaks with Hannah to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built...
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What are the challenges of building zero carbon buildings?
In this episode of, In Line with Nature, Hannah MacInnes talks to Amanda Sturgeon, CEO of Built by Nature | Laudes Foundation. She speaks with Hannah to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and...
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Why we should ALL care about the Built Environment and its impact
In this episode of, In Line with Nature, Hannah MacInnes talks to Indy Johar, an architect, co-founder of 00 (project00.cc) and most recently Dark Matter, Studio Master at AA. He speaks with Hannah to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to...
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How to create a Sustainable Built Environment
In this episode of, In Line with Nature, Hannah MacInnes talks to Julia Watson, a designer, activist, and academic. Julia Watson is a leading expert on nature-based technologies for climate-resilient design and she speaks with Hannah to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current...
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The Future of Building Materials – Hemp
Hannah MacInnes interviews Steve Allin, an author, teacher and consultant on ecological building especially with a focus on using hemp materials, on the future of building materials. Is Hemp the answer?
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The Future of Climate Resilient Housing
Hannah MacInnes interviews Elizabeth Hausler, the founder and CEO of Build Change, on the future of climate resilient housing.
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The Future of Building Materials
In this episode of, In Line with Nature, Hannah MacInnes talks to Karen Scrivener, a material chemist, to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for our growing...
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Beyond Buildings with Brinda Somaya
In this episode of, In Line with Nature, Hannah MacInnes talks to Brinda Somaya, an architect and urban conservationist, to discuss why there is such a pressing need to rethink current norms in construction in order to design and create a healthy, resilient and sustainable built environment for…
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The Future of Eco Design: Changing Trends
In this episode of, In Line with Nature, Hannah MacInnes talks to Albert Hill & Matt Gibberd, Co-Founders of Modern House & Inigo, to understand what the future of eco design holds and which materials are the most sustainable to make our homes more eco-friendly.
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What is the Built Environment and why does it matter?
In this episode of, In Line with Nature, Hannah MacInnes talks to James Drinkwater, the Head of the Built Environment programme at Laudes Foundation, an independent foundation joining the growing movement to accelerate the transition to a climate positive and inclusive global economy - to...
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Feed & Flourish: The Klosters Forum in conversation with Roger Lienhard
Hannah MacInnes joins Roger Lienhard, Founder and Executive Chairman of Blue Horizon, an investor in game changing companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods at the forefront of modern plant protein production on The Klosters Forum Feed & Flourish Podcast series, to discuss the topic of...
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Feed & Flourish: The Klosters Forum in conversation with Otto Brockway
Hannah MacInnes joins Otto Brockway, Director of the latest film 'Eating Our Way to Extinction' out 16th September 2021 on The Klosters Forum Feed & Flourish Podcast series, to discuss the topic of biodiversity and ways in which we can transform our food systems in order to positively preserve…
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Feed & Flourish: The Klosters Forum in conversation with Henry Dimbleby Part 2
Hannah MacInnes joins Henry Dimbleby, Co-Founder of Leon Restaurants, Director of London Union and lead non-executive board member of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs for a second interview with The Klosters Forum to discuss his latest National Food Strategy, an independent...
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Hannah MacInnes joins some of the participants and guests of The Klosters Forum to discuss some of the key environmental issues of today including themes of plastic pollution, biodiversity and food systems. The Klosters Forum is a neutral platform that brings together disruptive and inspirational minds to address some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Hannah MacInnes is a Freelance Journalist and a regular interviewer and Podcast Host for the How To: Academy, chairing interviews, panels and debates across a wide range of subjects and current issues. Before going Freelance she worked for over 7 years at BBC Newsnight as Planning Editor and as a Producer / Filmmaker. The Klosters Forum is a neutral platform. The views and opinions expressed by the participants during these podcasts are that of the participant and may not necessarily represent the views of The Klosters Forum. Music by IB Audio https://www.ibaudio.com
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