episodic
The podcast features straight talking conversations with global thought leaders and professionals, asking: ‘What are businesses doing to protect our future and what more can be done?’

Hosted by John Steel, CEO of popular British ethical pioneer coffee brand Cafédirect. ]]>
The podcast features straight talking conversations with global thought leaders and professionals, asking: ‘What are businesses doing to protect our future and what more can be done?’

Hosted by John Steel, CEO of popular British ethical pioneer coffee brand Cafédirect. ]]> no
They discuss the future of our food, how ethical sourcing is shifting, and why a fair food system is the only way forward. ]]> full
They discuss the future of our food, how ethical sourcing is shifting, and why a fair food system is the only way forward. ]]> http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/Fairtrade_Fortnight_Social_-_V4-1725525335810531970-Mzk1ODQtNzU4ODQ4MjM=.mp3 00:52:42 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000 no
Our panel of expert guests reveal the how the Government and the law can tackle the climate crisis with business. Sahil gives his insights on why Good Law Project won a landmark victory against the Government’s unlawfully inadequate Net Zero strategy. Becky and Mhairi explain how changes to business law and contracts would provide a level playing field for companies to operate in a greener way. Zack explains the fundamental role Government needs to play in society to facilitate our climate goals.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> full
Our panel of expert guests reveal the how the Government and the law can tackle the climate crisis with business. Sahil gives his insights on why Good Law Project won a landmark victory against the Government’s unlawfully inadequate Net Zero strategy. Becky and Mhairi explain how changes to business law and contracts would provide a level playing field for companies to operate in a greener way. Zack explains the fundamental role Government needs to play in society to facilitate our climate goals.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_Law_V5-1678795214947607545-MzYyMzktNjUwOTY5NTE=.mp3 00:45:13 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0000 no
“Everyone needs to come onboard, and we fight this giant that is called climate change.”

We risk losing our food supply if we don't take global collective action together with farmers, says Martin from Fairtrade Kenyan coffee cooperative, Mutira Coffee Farmers Association.

This Fairtrade Fortnight special podcast features Martin's first-hand experience of climate change, and the Co-op supermarket's initiatives to combat it. We hear from Oikocredit who explain why food can only be secured if farmers receive stable, high prices and agriculture is invested in.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> full
“Everyone needs to come onboard, and we fight this giant that is called climate change.”

We risk losing our food supply if we don't take global collective action together with farmers, says Martin from Fairtrade Kenyan coffee cooperative, Mutira Coffee Farmers Association.

This Fairtrade Fortnight special podcast features Martin's first-hand experience of climate change, and the Co-op supermarket's initiatives to combat it. We hear from Oikocredit who explain why food can only be secured if farmers receive stable, high prices and agriculture is invested in.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_Fairtrade_Fortnight_V3-1677849400084678160-MzYxNzctNzAxNTA2NjU=.mp3 00:48:43 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0000 no
How can we move towards a sustainable use of plastic? Plastic plays a big part in our daily lives, but its detrimental effect on the environment regularly makes the headlines. Our guests share how this is being tackled by business alongside NGOs such as WRAP, and what we can do to help.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> full
How can we move towards a sustainable use of plastic? Plastic plays a big part in our daily lives, but its detrimental effect on the environment regularly makes the headlines. Our guests share how this is being tackled by business alongside NGOs such as WRAP, and what we can do to help.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_Plastics_V5-1677503193520214927-MzYxNDgtNDgzMzA3OTg=.mp3 00:33:34 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0000 no
Good business governance means its stakeholders - like staff, the environment and farmers - are considered in company decisions. In this episode we talk about why this leads to real positive change – and how this had led to the criticism of Nespresso becoming a B Corp.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> full
Good business governance means its stakeholders - like staff, the environment and farmers - are considered in company decisions. In this episode we talk about why this leads to real positive change – and how this had led to the criticism of Nespresso becoming a B Corp.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_Governance_V5-1677009193524293604-MzYxMDctNTUzNTU3NzI=.mp3 00:38:27 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +0000 no
Despite small-scale farmers contributing a third of the global food supply, their work is often undervalued and under paid. Our three guests explain the failings of a commodity market which leaves farmers very often living in poverty. They discuss the tactics needed to improve livelihoods on the ground but also the system change required for a fair and equitable trade transformation.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> full
Despite small-scale farmers contributing a third of the global food supply, their work is often undervalued and under paid. Our three guests explain the failings of a commodity market which leaves farmers very often living in poverty. They discuss the tactics needed to improve livelihoods on the ground but also the system change required for a fair and equitable trade transformation.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_Supply_Chain_V5-1676384271627434185-MzYwNjctNDY2NDE4NTQ=.mp3 00:32:24 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +0000 no
Did you know the food we eat is the main driver of deforestation? We hear from WWF and Tesco about why preserving our precious forests is vital to our existence. Find out what’s being done to preserve them, and how we can all help.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> full
Did you know the food we eat is the main driver of deforestation? We hear from WWF and Tesco about why preserving our precious forests is vital to our existence. Find out what’s being done to preserve them, and how we can all help.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_FoodForests_V6-1675797956101259129-MzYwMzUtNTc1ODE4Mjk=.mp3 00:40:00 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +0000 no
“Our food system accounts for 50% plus of biodiversity loss and 25% of climate change.”

Guy and Sam unpick how our food system urgently needs to change. Hear how big agriculture has produced cheap food on mass but now 'threatens life on earth'. Learn what companies are doing to protect our future, but importantly, what more can be done.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> full
“Our food system accounts for 50% plus of biodiversity loss and 25% of climate change.”

Guy and Sam unpick how our food system urgently needs to change. Hear how big agriculture has produced cheap food on mass but now 'threatens life on earth'. Learn what companies are doing to protect our future, but importantly, what more can be done.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_Agriculture_V7-1675160536440354093-MzU5ODYtNzExNjk3ODU=.mp3 00:49:26 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +0000 no
Mike Berners-Lee, author of ‘There is No Planet B’, ‘How Bad Are Bananas?’ and ‘The carbon footprint of everything’, professor and consultant.

“The food industry is a huge part of the climate problem.” With predictions of dangerous global temperatures and failing government policies, two leading experts discuss how food businesses are tackling carbon emissions. They debate where obstacles lie, who should provide support, and how.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> full
Mike Berners-Lee, author of ‘There is No Planet B’, ‘How Bad Are Bananas?’ and ‘The carbon footprint of everything’, professor and consultant.

“The food industry is a huge part of the climate problem.” With predictions of dangerous global temperatures and failing government policies, two leading experts discuss how food businesses are tackling carbon emissions. They debate where obstacles lie, who should provide support, and how.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_ReducingCarbon_V6-1674579225297634790-MzU5NDktNTk2NjY0MTI=.mp3 00:41:27 Wed, 25 Jan 2023 06:00:00 +0000 no
Jane and Erinch discuss their different approaches to tackling the issues facing the coffee industry. Jane provides an overview of the Nescafé Plan 2030 while Erinch argues that more significant change is needed to address the poverty that coffee farmers experience despite growing company profits and shareholder dividends.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> full
Jane and Erinch discuss their different approaches to tackling the issues facing the coffee industry. Jane provides an overview of the Nescafé Plan 2030 while Erinch argues that more significant change is needed to address the poverty that coffee farmers experience despite growing company profits and shareholder dividends.

For more information head to: www.cafedirect.co.uk/podcast ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_Coffee_V5-1673258517436562378-MzU4MzAtNTA2MTE5NDA=.mp3 00:35:09 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 06:00:00 +0000 no
The podcast features straight talking conversations with global thought leaders and professionals, asking: ‘What are businesses doing to protect our future and what more can be done?’

Hosted by John Steel, CEO of popular British ethical pioneer coffee brand Cafédirect. ]]> trailer
The podcast features straight talking conversations with global thought leaders and professionals, asking: ‘What are businesses doing to protect our future and what more can be done?’

Hosted by John Steel, CEO of popular British ethical pioneer coffee brand Cafédirect. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Season2_Trailer-1673861291323828588-MzU4OTktMTM4MDE2OA==.mp3 00:00:58 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 09:00:00 +0000 no
Our guests delve into how climate change is affecting the farmers that grow our food, what that means for all of us and how we can all help.

We cover:

- The reliance on small-scale farmers for food and commodities and their vulnerability to climate shocks

- The challenges facing small-scale farmers and who benefits from the trading system

- The reasons behind monocrop farming and its consequences

- Business greenwashing and the need to democratise climate data access

- How and why we need to create resilient landscapes to grow crops

See Cafédirect website for more information. ]]> full
Our guests delve into how climate change is affecting the farmers that grow our food, what that means for all of us and how we can all help.

We cover:

- The reliance on small-scale farmers for food and commodities and their vulnerability to climate shocks

- The challenges facing small-scale farmers and who benefits from the trading system

- The reasons behind monocrop farming and its consequences

- Business greenwashing and the need to democratise climate data access

- How and why we need to create resilient landscapes to grow crops

See Cafédirect website for more information. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_Live_Episode_-_FINAL2-1646304834492711914-MzQwNzYtNjg0ODIwMjQ=.mp3 00:47:34 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000 no
Mike established Clipper in the mid 1980’s and as Managing Director, he ran the business for 25 years until 2008. Mike worked with the Fairtrade Foundation in their early days and defined what Fairtrade looked like in the tea industry.

He shares how he’s seen Fairtrade tackle the extreme inequality that exists in these tea communities, and how he’s witnessed the wildlife benefits of organic tea plantations. ]]> full
Mike established Clipper in the mid 1980’s and as Managing Director, he ran the business for 25 years until 2008. Mike worked with the Fairtrade Foundation in their early days and defined what Fairtrade looked like in the tea industry.

He shares how he’s seen Fairtrade tackle the extreme inequality that exists in these tea communities, and how he’s witnessed the wildlife benefits of organic tea plantations. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Mike_Brehme_FINAL_2-1642517270500342539-MzM4MjgtMzM2MzMyMzA=.mp3 00:23:22 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 06:00:00 +0000 no
Erinch tells us about doughnut economics – the theory by British economist Kate Raworth, which argues that 20th century economic thinking is not equipped to deal with the 21st century reality of a planet teetering on the edge of climate breakdown. The theory calls for a new way of business that will better serve our communities within the planet’s boundaries, rather than an endless pursuit of profit.

Erich shares how DEAL is turning this radical idea into transformative action. ]]> full
Erinch tells us about doughnut economics – the theory by British economist Kate Raworth, which argues that 20th century economic thinking is not equipped to deal with the 21st century reality of a planet teetering on the edge of climate breakdown. The theory calls for a new way of business that will better serve our communities within the planet’s boundaries, rather than an endless pursuit of profit.

Erich shares how DEAL is turning this radical idea into transformative action. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_19_-_Erinch_Final-1641911488677804258-MzM3OTEtMzgyMjYxOTI=.mp3 00:26:33 Wed, 12 Jan 2022 06:00:00 +0000 no
From building markets for social enterprises to public facing campaigns, they amplify the voice of their members and influence decision makers.

Peter has had a fascinating career working at Oxfam, Greenpeace and other charities, and now campaigns for economic change by advocating business models that consider all its stakeholders and the environment. ]]> full
From building markets for social enterprises to public facing campaigns, they amplify the voice of their members and influence decision makers.

Peter has had a fascinating career working at Oxfam, Greenpeace and other charities, and now campaigns for economic change by advocating business models that consider all its stakeholders and the environment. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_18_-_Peter_FINAL-1641304215224361239-MzM3NjYtNDAyMjkzOTI=.mp3 00:27:59 Wed, 05 Jan 2022 06:00:00 +0000 no
Albert Tucker’s career has been dedicated to working to create equal partnerships with producer cooperatives and community leaders to change the way trade is done.

Albert was instrumental in pushing for farmers to take leadership roles at Fairtrade and Cafédirect and he tells us how this brought their entrepreneurial expertise and origin knowledge to great advantage, something he strongly advocates for all businesses. ]]> full
Albert Tucker’s career has been dedicated to working to create equal partnerships with producer cooperatives and community leaders to change the way trade is done.

Albert was instrumental in pushing for farmers to take leadership roles at Fairtrade and Cafédirect and he tells us how this brought their entrepreneurial expertise and origin knowledge to great advantage, something he strongly advocates for all businesses. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_17_-_Albert_Tucker_FINAL-1639480910136439312-MzM2ODEtNDIxMjc0MjQ=.mp3 00:29:16 Wed, 15 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000 no
Kresse inspires us to think about the huge potential of the waste that normally goes into landfill, and how we can make something truly special out of it.

We get Kresse’s thoughts on what solutions are needed to tackle waste, one of the biggest environmental challenges we face, and hear about the remarkable regenerative agriculture project that she is undertaking. ]]> full
Kresse inspires us to think about the huge potential of the waste that normally goes into landfill, and how we can make something truly special out of it.

We get Kresse’s thoughts on what solutions are needed to tackle waste, one of the biggest environmental challenges we face, and hear about the remarkable regenerative agriculture project that she is undertaking. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_16_-_Kresse_Final-1638888635425681507-MzM2NDktNTgwMTI4MDA=.mp3 00:40:18 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000 no
Ben Greensmith started his career in food and drink over 20 years ago, and he has grown brands including Innocent and Proper Snacks and now as UK Country Manager at the sixth biggest chocolate brand in the UK, Tony’s Chocolonely.

Ben tells us who are the culprits, what Tony’s Chocolonely is doing to change consumers’ habits and industry practice, and how their how their sourcing principles are helping other businesses. ]]> full
Ben Greensmith started his career in food and drink over 20 years ago, and he has grown brands including Innocent and Proper Snacks and now as UK Country Manager at the sixth biggest chocolate brand in the UK, Tony’s Chocolonely.

Ben tells us who are the culprits, what Tony’s Chocolonely is doing to change consumers’ habits and industry practice, and how their how their sourcing principles are helping other businesses. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_15_-_Ben_Greensmith_FINAL-1638264152278819877-MzM1OTgtNTk4NjI2MzA=.mp3 00:41:35 Wed, 01 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000 no
Jenny started the business through her passion for avoiding food waste and desire to tackle the enormous problem that it poses globally. Food production and waste is a huge contributor to climate change, and Jenny saw a situation so wrong that she wanted to make change.

Here is her story on how she started Rubies in the Rubble and how she grew it into the successful business it is today. ]]> full
Jenny started the business through her passion for avoiding food waste and desire to tackle the enormous problem that it poses globally. Food production and waste is a huge contributor to climate change, and Jenny saw a situation so wrong that she wanted to make change.

Here is her story on how she started Rubies in the Rubble and how she grew it into the successful business it is today. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_14_-_Jenny_Costa_FINAL-1637585109857813855-MzM1NTgtNTQwMzg5NTI=.mp3 00:37:32 Wed, 24 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000 no
Mike explains how working closely with producers and leveraging these relationships has incredible advantages for a business. ]]> full
Mike explains how working closely with producers and leveraging these relationships has incredible advantages for a business. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_13_-_Mike_Gidney_FINAL-1637052087474961743-MzM1MjctNTkzNzQ5NzY=.mp3 00:41:14 Wed, 17 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000 no
The hand-made frozen food company has been ranked in the top 100 Best Companies To Work For every year since 2013 and Chief Creative Officer, James Rutter, shares how being people focused has been their recipe for success. ]]> full
The hand-made frozen food company has been ranked in the top 100 Best Companies To Work For every year since 2013 and Chief Creative Officer, James Rutter, shares how being people focused has been their recipe for success. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_12_-_James_Rutter_FINAL-1636469176054546909-MzM0NjMtNTUzNTQ4MDQ=.mp3 00:38:27 Wed, 10 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000 no
Andrew gives us insights into where our tea comes from and why buying ethical tea that pays a fair price to farmers is vital in ensuring its future. We discuss how tea prices and climate change are the biggest challenges faced by tea farmers, which can only be combated collectively.

Andrew recalls his time as a Director on the Cafédirect Board and how his farming experience was valuable in shaping the business.

Hear his accounts of some of Cafédirect’s producer support programmes that worked alongside tea co-operatives to strengthen their businesses. ]]> full
Andrew gives us insights into where our tea comes from and why buying ethical tea that pays a fair price to farmers is vital in ensuring its future. We discuss how tea prices and climate change are the biggest challenges faced by tea farmers, which can only be combated collectively.

Andrew recalls his time as a Director on the Cafédirect Board and how his farming experience was valuable in shaping the business.

Hear his accounts of some of Cafédirect’s producer support programmes that worked alongside tea co-operatives to strengthen their businesses. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_11_-_Andrew_Ethuru_FINAL-1635853432904295836-MzM0MjgtMzM5OTYzMTA=.mp3 00:23:37 Wed, 03 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000 no
Oxfam sees enterprise as a hugely powerful tool to tackle poverty, improve lives and livelihoods where it’s needed most.

CEO Danny Sriskandarajah notes how current levels of global consumerism are deeply unsustainable and that business as usual must change urgently so that resources are shared more fairly and to live safely within the planet’s boundaries.

Hear him explain the direct link between climate action and tackling poverty and hunger, both of which are on the rise as inequality rises in countries around the world. ]]> full
Oxfam sees enterprise as a hugely powerful tool to tackle poverty, improve lives and livelihoods where it’s needed most.

CEO Danny Sriskandarajah notes how current levels of global consumerism are deeply unsustainable and that business as usual must change urgently so that resources are shared more fairly and to live safely within the planet’s boundaries.

Hear him explain the direct link between climate action and tackling poverty and hunger, both of which are on the rise as inequality rises in countries around the world. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Episode_-_Danny_V2-1635358029488985533-MzMzNTQtNDc2OTYzMjA=.mp3 00:33:08 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no
Kate Sandle Director of Programmes and Engagement at B Lab tells us about B Corps who are leading the way in transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities and the planet.

Kate explains how business is the key to tackling the climate emergency, racial injustice and social inequality and offers insights into what support is on offer for businesses and how to get certified.

We discuss how society’s expectations of business have changed and how both business and the legal system needs to catch up with modern demands. ]]> full
Kate Sandle Director of Programmes and Engagement at B Lab tells us about B Corps who are leading the way in transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities and the planet.

Kate explains how business is the key to tackling the climate emergency, racial injustice and social inequality and offers insights into what support is on offer for businesses and how to get certified.

We discuss how society’s expectations of business have changed and how both business and the legal system needs to catch up with modern demands. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_9_-_Kate_Sandle_FINAL-1634634104379720082-MzMzNTMtNDk0ODM1NTA=.mp3 00:34:22 Wed, 20 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no
Producers Direct is led by farmers and runs programmes to turn smallholder farms into sustainable businesses. Claire talks about the advantages of a charity led by international smallholder farmers and how its seen huge entrepreneurial successes by harnessing their knowledge.

With 80% of the world’s food and commodities coming from smallholder farmers, they are essential to our food and agricultural systems. As farmers battle with the effects of climate change Claire explains how urgently businesses need to protect and replenish the environment they operate in for the survival of their livelihoods and our food supply. And only by collaborating – across organisations and countries – can we do this. ]]> full
Producers Direct is led by farmers and runs programmes to turn smallholder farms into sustainable businesses. Claire talks about the advantages of a charity led by international smallholder farmers and how its seen huge entrepreneurial successes by harnessing their knowledge.

With 80% of the world’s food and commodities coming from smallholder farmers, they are essential to our food and agricultural systems. As farmers battle with the effects of climate change Claire explains how urgently businesses need to protect and replenish the environment they operate in for the survival of their livelihoods and our food supply. And only by collaborating – across organisations and countries – can we do this. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_8_-_Claire_FINAL-1633960887694326200-MzMzMTctNTk4MjUwNzA=.mp3 00:41:33 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no
Sophi shares her experiences of 21 years leading a truly unique business that was set up by cocoa farmers in Ghana who also sit on the Board and own shares in the company.

Sophi recollects the thrills of working for a radical business model that has improved the lives of cocoa farmers in West Africa and through its success has been the catalyst for change in the chocolate industry.

Hear Sophi’s views on inhouse ethical certifications on chocolate and her excellent advice for those looking to start a purpose-driven business.

And for all of us as consumers, Sophi explains how shoppers can identify which companies are running their businesses responsibly, and which are not. ]]> full
Sophi shares her experiences of 21 years leading a truly unique business that was set up by cocoa farmers in Ghana who also sit on the Board and own shares in the company.

Sophi recollects the thrills of working for a radical business model that has improved the lives of cocoa farmers in West Africa and through its success has been the catalyst for change in the chocolate industry.

Hear Sophi’s views on inhouse ethical certifications on chocolate and her excellent advice for those looking to start a purpose-driven business.

And for all of us as consumers, Sophi explains how shoppers can identify which companies are running their businesses responsibly, and which are not. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_7_-_Sophie_FINAL-1633424551471407421-MzMyODItNDkwODYwNDA=.mp3 00:34:06 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no
Pauline has worked to make trade fair for over 30 years: as company director, innovator, advisor, consultant and writer.
Pauline explains how she sees recent social movements like Black Lives Matter as an evolution of the fair trade movement and what consumers need to look out for when trying to buy ethically.

Pauline is also the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Fair Trade which brings together critical thinking on how to make trade fairer to people and planet – which is free to view online. ]]> full
Pauline has worked to make trade fair for over 30 years: as company director, innovator, advisor, consultant and writer.
Pauline explains how she sees recent social movements like Black Lives Matter as an evolution of the fair trade movement and what consumers need to look out for when trying to buy ethically.

Pauline is also the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Fair Trade which brings together critical thinking on how to make trade fairer to people and planet – which is free to view online. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_6_-_Pauline_FINAL-1632819464934792243-MzMyNDItNTIxNzQwOTg=.mp3 00:36:14 Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no In this episode we speak to Bevis Watts, UK CEO of sustainable bank Triodos. Triodos only invests in sustainable projects that benefit both people and planet. They work side by side with social enterprises and companies looking to invest in a brighter, purpose-driven future.

It’s clear banking needs to play a different role in society if we’re going to rectify our current climate crisis – investments need to be made based more on their societal value rather than the financial returns.

Hear Bevis explain why dramatic action needs to take place now – and why those businesses that don’t, will be left behind. ]]> full In this episode we speak to Bevis Watts, UK CEO of sustainable bank Triodos. Triodos only invests in sustainable projects that benefit both people and planet. They work side by side with social enterprises and companies looking to invest in a brighter, purpose-driven future.

It’s clear banking needs to play a different role in society if we’re going to rectify our current climate crisis – investments need to be made based more on their societal value rather than the financial returns.

Hear Bevis explain why dramatic action needs to take place now – and why those businesses that don’t, will be left behind. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_5_-_Bevis_FINAL-1632131824294947499-MzMyMDAtMzcxMjEzMDI=.mp3 00:25:47 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no
John Philips has over 30 years of experience in building successful global businesses and brands including DIAGEO, Barcardi and Fosters.

In recent years, John joined as Chair of Cafédirect where he has been instrumental in modernising the business. He shares his wisdom on the fundamentals to get right, both externally and internally, so that the business can deliver on people, planet and profit. ]]> full
John Philips has over 30 years of experience in building successful global businesses and brands including DIAGEO, Barcardi and Fosters.

In recent years, John joined as Chair of Cafédirect where he has been instrumental in modernising the business. He shares his wisdom on the fundamentals to get right, both externally and internally, so that the business can deliver on people, planet and profit. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_4_-_John_Philips_FINAL-1630666811206540752-MzMxMjQtMzgxOTczOTY=.mp3 00:26:32 Wed, 15 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no
Paul is the previous Chief Executive of the online fair trade organisation, Traidcraft and former President of the European Fair Trade Association. He is a Board member of the Co-op Group amongst other Board positions within other ethical companies.

We discuss the need for the right guardianship in any business with purpose, to ensure it stays true to its values – and how credibility and diversity is critical for this.

Paul reflects on the growth of Fairtrade movement over his career, from a time when big corporations thought it had no future, to customers demanding Fairtrade products in their supermarkets. ]]> full
Paul is the previous Chief Executive of the online fair trade organisation, Traidcraft and former President of the European Fair Trade Association. He is a Board member of the Co-op Group amongst other Board positions within other ethical companies.

We discuss the need for the right guardianship in any business with purpose, to ensure it stays true to its values – and how credibility and diversity is critical for this.

Paul reflects on the growth of Fairtrade movement over his career, from a time when big corporations thought it had no future, to customers demanding Fairtrade products in their supermarkets. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_3_-_Paul_Chandler_FINAL-1630660758201193274-MzMxMjAtNDI0MjQxNDg=.mp3 00:29:28 Wed, 08 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no
It’s taken him to remote farming communities across the globe in search of small coffee cooperatives. He’s had tremendously exciting and challenging journeys, the greatest reward being the pride farmers took in having their coffee and hard work recognized and rewarded for the first time. Through discovery and development, the cooperatives realised the potential of their coffee.

He explains how this relationship worked for both sides – better income and market knowledge for the seller and better coffee for the buyer. ]]> full
It’s taken him to remote farming communities across the globe in search of small coffee cooperatives. He’s had tremendously exciting and challenging journeys, the greatest reward being the pride farmers took in having their coffee and hard work recognized and rewarded for the first time. Through discovery and development, the cooperatives realised the potential of their coffee.

He explains how this relationship worked for both sides – better income and market knowledge for the seller and better coffee for the buyer. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_2_Final-1630419309216172791-MzMxMDgtNDIwNTM1NTY=.mp3 00:29:13 Wed, 01 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no
Bob explains why the traditional pursuit of business profit is destructive and offers advice to businesses and consumers on what we can do in our daily lives to do better and make change.

He explores where our food comes from and comments on the fragility of a food system under threat and how beneficial it is for academia and business to work together in finding solutions.

And we also gain insight from Bob’s marketing expertise as he tells us what’s important for a social enterprise to get right and how rewarding working in the sector has been. ]]> full
Bob explains why the traditional pursuit of business profit is destructive and offers advice to businesses and consumers on what we can do in our daily lives to do better and make change.

He explores where our food comes from and comments on the fragility of a food system under threat and how beneficial it is for academia and business to work together in finding solutions.

And we also gain insight from Bob’s marketing expertise as he tells us what’s important for a social enterprise to get right and how rewarding working in the sector has been. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/CD_-_Ep_1_Final-1629374285564495546-MzMwNTEtMzk2NzYwMDg=.mp3 00:27:34 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000 no
Each week, join John Steel, CEO of Cafédirect, the pioneering social enterprise that works in direct partnership with the farmers that grow your coffee, tea and cocoa. We’ll be exploring extraordinary tales of 30 years of doing business differently, speaking with those that believe business is more than making money and looking forward to how we all can build better business.

If you want to hear personal stories about the birth of a different business, the challenges of scaling a purpose driven enterprise and the impact this can have on producers, business and the environment, then this podcast is for you.

Join us as we share the stories of those on the front line of social enterprise from business leaders, academics and farmers themselves and hear how we can all contribute to the evolution of sustainable 21st century food and drink production. ]]> trailer
Each week, join John Steel, CEO of Cafédirect, the pioneering social enterprise that works in direct partnership with the farmers that grow your coffee, tea and cocoa. We’ll be exploring extraordinary tales of 30 years of doing business differently, speaking with those that believe business is more than making money and looking forward to how we all can build better business.

If you want to hear personal stories about the birth of a different business, the challenges of scaling a purpose driven enterprise and the impact this can have on producers, business and the environment, then this podcast is for you.

Join us as we share the stories of those on the front line of social enterprise from business leaders, academics and farmers themselves and hear how we can all contribute to the evolution of sustainable 21st century food and drink production. ]]> https://p.podderapp.com/1062296502/http://audio.thisisdistorted.com/repository/audio/episodes/Trailer_-_Final-1625478023462632645-MzI4MzktMTgzOTMxNg==.mp3 00:01:17 Mon, 05 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0000 no