The 5Cs is taking a wee break

Nope, we're not rolling in the grass, dancing on the beach, or even swimming in the ocean. We've officially hit the pause button – giving you time to breathe and us time to plot world domination. (Kidding! Sort of.)

Plot twist: We're actually busier than a golden retriever at a tennis ball factory!

Behind the scenes, we're recording like mad scientists preparing for Year Four. YEAR FOUR, people! Who knew talking about the little beast called Climate Change and its love affair with Business would keep us going this long?

Spoiler alert: It's because of YOU.

1. Meet Your Host IRL (Well, Sort Of)

Friday, September 12th at noon EST – I'm pulling back the curtain! Join me, Charlene Norman, on Zoom for a no-holds-barred Q&A. Bring your burning questions, wild ideas, or just come say hi.

Sign up here for the Zoom link

Fine print: Private event, no recording, maximum fun guaranteed.

2. Binge-Watch... Er, Listen

Missing our Saturday morning coffee chats? I've rescued some fan favourites from the vault:

What is Climate Anxiety? (Spoiler: It's real)

Finding Hope in the Darkness (Plot twist: There actually is some)

Beyond GDP: Exploring Alternatives (Economics gets exciting)

Climate Change is No Joke: Let's Laugh at Our Ignorance (Because sometimes you've got to laugh or you'll cry)

Season Four drops September 6th – mark your calendars, set your alarms, tell your dog (they're excellent at reminding you about important things).

PSA from Your Friendly Neighbourhood Podcaster:

Yes, sunshine feels amazing after our long winter hibernation, but let's not become human jerky, shall we? Keep that water bottle closer than your phone, slather on the sunscreen like you're frosting a cake, and remember – your pets are wearing fur coats in this heat. They're not impressed.

Have you rated yourself on your Stewardship capabilities? Take the Stewardship Quiz today!

The 5Cs podcast, book and community are about shining a light on a better path. Think of it as a global village of business people giving Planet Earth a hand up. You can find Charlene Norman on LinkedIn and here. Consider subscribing for more thoughts from the 5Cs on Substack.

Host Charlene Norman is recovering from hand surgery this month. To help ease her guilt in NOT being able to produce a new episode and to answer the questions about the 5Cs origin story, she has pulled out the original first four episodes. Listen in as she candidly admits her mistakes, discusses why she got into it and then decide for yourself if the podcast has morphed apppropriately.

In this the final episode of the series, she looks at the progress made over the last sixty years.

Key Highlights

-The Generational Backdrop: 1950s–1970s

-The Slow Burn of Climate Awareness

-Misinformation and Missed Opportunities

-From Science to Policy: The Long Road

-International Agreements: Progress and Pitfalls

-The Youthquake: Gen Z and Greta Thunberg

-Actionable Steps

-Leading with Compassion and Clarity

Have you rated yourself on your Stewardship capabilities? Take the Stewardship Quiz today!

The 5Cs podcast, book and community are about shining a light on a better path. Think of it as a global village of business people giving Planet Earth a hand up. You can find Charlene Norman on LinkedIn and here. Consider subscribing for more thoughts from the 5Cs on Substack.

Host Charlene Norman is recovering from hand surgery this month. To help ease her guilt in NOT being able to produce a new episode and to answer the questions about the 5Cs origin story, she has pulled out the original first four episodes. Listen in as she candidly admits her mistakes, discusses why she got into it and then decide for yourself if the podcast has morphed apppropriately.

In this the third episode in the series, she continues to search for who is to blame.

Key Highlights

-Who Are the Boomers, the Joneses, and Gen X?

-The Competitive Edge: How Boomers Shaped Work Culture

-Gen X: The Latchkey Generation’s Resilience

-The Ripple Effects: Society, Equity, and the Environment

-Key Takeaways for Business Leaders

Have you rated yourself on your Stewardship capabilities? Take the Stewardship Quiz today!

The 5Cs podcast, book and community are about shining a light on a better path. Think of it as a global village of business people giving Planet Earth a hand up. You can find Charlene Norman on LinkedIn and here. Consider subscribing for more thoughts from the 5Cs on Substack.