In this inspiring episode of CircularityPODCAST, Chris sits down with Samantha Niblett, who shares her extraordinary journey of becoming a Member of Parliament. Samantha discusses personal reflections and life experiences that led her to take this leap into public service, fueled by her deep love and pride for South Derbyshire. Together, they explore what it truly means to be the change you want to see in the world—from listening to community voices and embracing new perspectives, to challenging yourself to step outside your comfort zone. Samantha also shares her practical approaches to making meaningful change, her commitment to her constituents, and how finding joy keeps her motivated in the face of challenges. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your values into action or make a difference in your own community, Samantha’s story will leave you feeling inspired and empowered to take that first step.

80. Shine a Light on Other People (with Samantha Niblett)

In this episode, Chris and Neil discuss the Derbyshire Makes festival in Swadlincote with People Express CEO, Julie Batten, and capture a range of voices and experiences from the day.

79. Derbyshire Makes (with Julie Batten)

In this episode, Chris and Dr. Mark Knight dive into the fascinating world of historical graffiti found on church buildings. From medieval carvings to cryptic symbols etched into sacred walls, they explore how people across centuries have used graffiti to express their beliefs, fears, and spiritual connections. What do these markings tell us about the intersection of faith, identity, and cultural practice? Join us for an engaging conversation that uncovers the hidden stories etched in stone and how they reveal the enduring human need to leave a mark—both physical and spiritual.

78. Folk Belief Dies Hard (with Dr Mark Knight)

Chris catches up with Dr Mark Knight to update our listening community of the journey he has taken into the development of an exciting new sculpture which celebrates nature and the divine feminine.

77. Trisentona (With Dr Mark Knight)

Chris and Ben reconnect and reflect on a two year epic journey of self discovery and building cool things!

76. Baby Bear's Porridge (with Ben Lynch)

Chris catches up with Dr Mark Knight to talk about an exciting discovery at The National Memorial Arboretum.
 
A short film telling the story of the project will be soon available for viewing.

75: Scratching The Surface (with Dr Mark Knight)

The Circularity.org Team spent the weekend at Timber Festival 2023 with the Wellbeing Wagon and captured the voices of those present.

74. Timberfolk

Rob and Chris present the Circularity.org podcast featuring interesting conversations with inspiring people.

In this episode we provide an update on all things Circularity. We have come a very very long way since we last did a podcast.
Find out more about Circularity at Circularity.org

73. It Takes A Village

Rob and Chris present the <a href="//Circularity.org" target="_blank">Circularity.org</a> podcast featuring interesting conversations with inspiring people.
 
In this episode we talk with Pinar Guvenc.
 
Pinar Guvenc is Partner at <a href="https://www.sour.studio/" target="_blank">SOUR</a> - an international, award-winning hybrid design studio with the mission to address social and urban problems - where she leads business and design strategy. Prior to SOUR, Pinar co-founded various ventures where she helped set-up and grow them through incubation, achieving international recognition and funding from innovation centers and accelerators such as Plug and Play and Climate KIC.
Pinar is part-time faculty at Parsons School of Design, MS in Strategic Design and Management program, as well as author and facilitator of the workshop series "Strategic Marketing Collaborations" at Pratt Center for Community Development. She serves on the <a href="https://www.openstylelab.org/" rel="nofollow">Board of Directors at Open Style Lab</a>, a nonprofit organization initiated at MIT, with the purpose of making style accessible to people with disabilities.
Pinar is a frequent public speaker and host of the podcast "<a href="https://www.sour.studio/podcast" target="_blank">What's Wrong With</a>": series of discussions with progress makers and experts to diagnose problems in industries, ideate solutions and raise awareness to the general public. She has a BSc in Industrial Engineering from Bilkent University, and a MSc in Economics and Finance from Southern Illinois University.
 
Find out more about Circularity at Circularity.org

72. Changing the world and having fun at the same time! (with Pinar Guvenc)

Creative Compassionate Collaborative Communities

Chris and Rob have interesting conversations with inspiring people discussing key themes and ideas connected within the context of Creative Compassionate Collaborative Communities

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