An excerpt from a speech Nick Jankel gave at The Global Summit II: Humanity Uniting for a Global Future, November, 8-10, 2010, San Francisco, California. A "Mind Maverick" & Global Expert on

An excerpt from a speech Nick Jankel gave at The Global Summit II: Humanity Uniting for a Global Future, November, 8-10, 2010, San Francisco, California. A "Mind Maverick" & Global Expert on Collaboration, Leadership and Innovation, Nick Jankel is the founder of an influential global community of 1500+ ethical innovators called RadicalReinvention.org (formerly Disruptive Social Innovators) and has worked on social innovations in many countries, consulting to, and collaborating with, the Young Foundation, the National Council of Voluntary Organisations, the Carbon Trust, the World Wildlife Foundation, the Social Enterprise Coalition, Mars Sustainable Innovation and the British Heart Foundation amongst others.

Nick is a practical philosopher -- and the thinking man's life coach -- who blends together enlightening and enabling scientific insight, sharp political and social thinking and a treasure trove of psychological and spiritual wisdom researched over 20 years of personal exploration and professional commitment.

His newest book, Switch On: How to Ignite Your Creative Spirit with the New Science of Breakthrough is available through Amazon (click on image) or check with your local bookstore.

Kim Stanley Robinson is an acclaimed science fiction writer, celebrated for over 20 award-winning books translated into 26 languages. His influential works, notably *Ministry for the Future*,

Kim Stanley Robinson is an acclaimed science fiction writer, celebrated for over 20 award-winning books translated into 26 languages. His influential works, notably *Ministry for the Future*, brilliantly explore global ecological, economic, and socio-political crises, offering visionary solutions for a climate-disrupted future. He was a featured speaker at COP-26.

Robinson's extensive accolades include the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy awards. In 2016, asteroid 72432 was named "Kimrobinson" in his honor.

Learn more at www.bioneers.org.

David Buckland, Director of Cape Farewell, presented at The Walrus Talks

David Buckland, Director of Cape Farewell, presented at The Walrus Talks Sustainability.

Cape Farewell is an international not-for-profit program. It is based at the Science Museum's Dana Centre in London, with a North American foundation located at Toronto's MaRS centre.

Published on November 26, 2013.

Author and research scientist Lewis Dartnell joins us to discuss his book, "Being Human: How our Biology Shaped World History." This exploration delves into how our biology has influenced

Author and research scientist Lewis Dartnell joins us to discuss his book, "Being Human: How our Biology Shaped World History." This exploration delves into how our biology has influenced relationships, societies, economies, and wars, and continues to define human progress. Get the book here. For more information on Lewis, please visit lewisdartnell.com.

Professor Dartnell is a London-based astrobiologist, author, and science communicator. He researches the search for microbial life on Mars and is recognized for his science writing, outreach work, and numerous media appearances.

Moderated by Rob Leworthy.

An upcoming forum will address what's working, what's not, and potential improvements for homelessness by next year. Panelists include Multnomah County Chair-Elect Deborah Kafoury, Portland City

An upcoming forum will address what's working, what's not, and potential improvements for homelessness by next year. Panelists include Multnomah County Chair-Elect Deborah Kafoury, Portland City Commissioner Dan Saltzman, Suzanne Hayden (Citizens Crime Commission), Traci Manning (Portland Bureau of Housing), Matt Morton (Native American Youth and Family Center), and Leo Rhodes (Street Roots). KGW's Reggie Aqui will moderate.

This initiative builds on past efforts, such as Nan Roman's (National Alliance to End Homelessness) April 4th presentation on causes and solutions. A City Club research committee is also studying how Multnomah County's homeless population can benefit from healthcare reforms, with results due in January. The City Club of Portland has dedicated 2014 to finding practical solutions to end local homelessness through research, advocacy, and public forums.

Father Charles Moore (1927-2007) was a spiritual teacher, historian, and

Father Charles Moore (1927-2007) was a spiritual teacher, historian, and scholar. A Stanford Law graduate, he served as Santa Cruz County District Attorney in 1954. He later became a Roman Catholic priest in 1964, holding degrees in philosophy and theology from Catholic University.

Known as "Father Charlie," he studied many languages, including Native American. His teachings blended wisdom from Buddhist, Jewish, Hindu, Hawaiian, Celtic, and Native American spiritualities, and he particularly enjoyed working with the Esselen people of Monterey County.

Actor and activist Jared Leto supports protecting Ecuador's Yasuni National Park, the Amazon's most biodiverse region, from oil drilling. Partnering with Yasunidos and Amazon Watch, he urges

Actor and activist Jared Leto supports protecting Ecuador's Yasuni National Park, the Amazon's most biodiverse region, from oil drilling. Partnering with Yasunidos and Amazon Watch, he urges global support to safeguard this natural wonder. Leto recorded his message while on tour with "Thirty Seconds to Mars" in Ecuador.

A video featuring Jared and other celebrities advocating for Yasuni can be found here.

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The global commodity system that has served society for centuries is no longer fit for purpose; its vulnerability only amplified by the pandemic. Hear how companies are altering sourcing models,

The global commodity system that has served society for centuries is no longer fit for purpose; its vulnerability only amplified by the pandemic. Hear how companies are altering sourcing models, simplifying and localising supply chains, and putting purpose and impact at the heart of a resilient, sustainable procurement process.

Speakers include:
- Barry Parkin, Chief Procurement and Sustainability Officer, Mars
- Terry Slavin, Editor-in-Chief – Sustainable Business, Reuters Events