Awe and its potential as a catalyst for change.

In this episode Laura Francois delves into the importance of experiencing awe and how it can shift perspectives, make us feel interconnected, drive behaviour change and reduce stress.

Laura discusses her research on awe and its various facets, including nature, music, collective effervescence, death, and moral beauty.

She emphasizes the importance of curiosity and wonder in experiencing awe and suggests that awe-based strategies can be used to inform decision-making and drive positive change in sustainability and beyond.

With the idea that awe-based change-making can move us away from the oppressive fear and guilt-driven strategies.

From the mind altering power of Curry Wurst to the brain wave pattern of a chair. In The New Story of Normal with former cognitive Neuroscientist turned artist, activist and interactive storyteller, Herwig Egon Casadoro-Kopp, together with host James William Harrup, we discover how language shapes our reality and why challenging norms is essential for progress in our ever-changing world.

In this episode of the Pure Story podcast we dive deep into the intricate world of language and its cultural implications with the aim to challenge and create new societal norms.

We explore the power dynamics of words and the dangers of normalising harmful beliefs and behaviours. From dissecting personal encounters with offensive language to ways you can challenge traditional norms and embrace diversity.

A personal episode of Change The Story Change The World in which married couple, host, James William Harrup and Intercultural Trainer, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultant Rosina Budhani talk about her mission, to foster a real sense of togetherness in us all. And what we can do in our day to day lives to make sure everyone feels like they belong.