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The Way Forward Regenerative Conversations

The Way Forward Regenerative Conversations

著者： Dr. John Izzo Alain Gauthier & Jim Burke
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 Three Elders explore how to renew the world we helped mess up The Way Forward Podcast is dedicated to Regenerative Conversations about the future of humanity and planet. We think we need to re-think the current paradigm. Each episode explores how we can find a positive future forward for society and for ourselves. We explore the question: What is the Way Forward? We don’t have the answers, but we hope to stimulate all of us to imagine what is possible. We bring a wide variety of guests – including people at the leading edge of their field and willing to think out of the box – and engage into stimulating conversations with them, in a place of open curiosity. Topics will include a wide range of issues including environmental change, technology, governance, organizational design, sustainability, international peace, agriculture, and personal renewal. Alain Gauthier and Dr. John Izzo (the co-hosts) and Jim Burke (the producer) offer together more than a hundred years of organizational experience in the forms of consulting, change facilitation, keynote speaking and research/teaching for a wide variety of businesses, non-profits, government, and universities both in the US and abroad. We would like to thank our sponsors Elders Action Network “Building a movement of elders to address the environmental, governance and social issues of our time“ and Blueprint “Enhancing the well-being of men and communities.” You can reach us at the email address thewayforwardrc@gmail.comCopyright 2022 All rights reserved. 社会科学
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  • From Retirement to Regeneration: Why Elders Matter More Than Ever

    From Retirement to Regeneration: Why Elders Matter More Than Ever
    2026/02/13
    Episode Overview In a culture obsessed with youth, are elders still relevant — or more necessary than ever? Across traditional societies, elders were honored as wisdom keepers and guides. Yet in modern Western culture, aging is often equated with retirement, retreat, and irrelevance. What if this moment in history calls for something radically different? In this powerful episode of The Way Forward: Regenerative Conversations, Dr. John Izzo, Jim Burke, Diana Shoemaker, and Alain Gauthier explore the rise of the Regenerative Elder — blending inner transformation with outer activism to serve future generations. A Regenerative Elder is someone who consciously integrates inner growth, community wisdom, and courageous action to help regenerate society, democracy, and the living Earth for future generations. Together, through the work of Elders Action Network (EAN) and its educational and activist initiatives — including Elders Rising — they examine how elders can move from retirement to regeneration and become a vital force for societal renewal. Whatever your age, this conversation may transform how you see aging, leadership, activism, and the future itself. 🌱 The Role of Elders Action Network This episode highlights the unique role of Elders Action Network, a national organization committed to combining inner development with meaningful civic engagement. Unlike many organizations that focus solely on activism, EAN integrates personal reflection, worldview transformation, and community-building with action in climate, democracy, and regenerative living. A special focus in this episode is Elders Rising, the emerging educational and community hub within EAN. Elders Rising serves as an entry point for elders seeking: A deeper exploration of purposeCommunity with like-minded eldersTraining for regenerative leadershipTools for activism rooted in reflectionIntergenerational collaboration Elders Rising centers and connects EAN’s programs — including the Regenerative Elder Process, Resilience & Acceptance, Future Design, and Exploring Elderhood — into a coherent pathway for elder transformation and contribution. ⏱ Episode Chapters 00:00 Introduction – The Role of Elders in Modern Society 01:09 John’s Experience with Elders in Tanzania 02:42 Introducing the Elders Action Network 04:25 Why Elder Activism Matters Now 05:42 EAN: Purpose and Practice 13:43 The Regenerative Elder Process (REP) 20:17 Upcoming Courses & Community Engagement through Elders Rising 24:38 Why Elder Cohorts Matter 27:21 Community & Belonging in Later Life 28:14 Elders Taking Action Locally 30:33 Intergenerational Collaboration & Future Design 31:54 Elders, History & Patriotism 33:37 Education, Resilience & Sacred Activism 36:19 Rebuilding Community & Cooperation 46:41 How to Get Involved with Elders Action Network 50:41 Final Reflections & Encouragement 🌱 How to Get Involved with Elders Action Network & Elders Rising If this conversation speaks to you, here are ways to engage through Elders Action Network and Elders Rising: Join a Climate or Sound Democracy action teamParticipate in the Regenerative Elder Process (REP)Begin your journey with Exploring ElderhoodJoin the Resilience & Acceptance (RA) communityParticipate in the EAN Book ClubVolunteer in a leadership roleSupport intergenerational initiatives through Future Design EAN operates through volunteer leadership and community engagement — elders are not just participants, but co-creators of the work. 🔗 Resources & Links Dr. John Izzo’s TEDx Talk (Boomers & Legacy) The Defining Moment for a Generation-In-Waiting: Dr. John Izzo at TEDxVancouver Elders Action Network (EAN) https://eldersaction.org/ Elders Rising https://eldersaction.org/elders-rising/ Regenerative Elder Process (REP) https://eldersaction.org/regenerative-elder-process/ Future Design Program Future Design Intergenerational Workshop - Session 1 of 3 — Elders Action Network Podcast Episode on Future Design 👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Bbsu-Ph-R0 Resilience & Acceptance (RA) Resilience & Acceptance in the Face of Collapse — Elders Action Network EAN Book Club & Programs Book Study Group — Elders Action Network Exploring Elderhood Course Exploring Elderhood — Elders Action Network 👥 About Our Guests Dr. John Izzo Leadership expert, bestselling author, and TEDx speaker. John serves on the board of Elders Action Network and is a global voice on purpose-driven leadership, legacy, and generational responsibility. Jim Burke Producer of The Way Forward: Regenerative Conversations, longtime healthcare leader, Vietnam veteran, and regenerative elder activist. Jim is deeply involved with Elders Action Network, Elders Rising initiatives, and climate resilience efforts in Washington State. Diana Shoemaker Executive Director of Elders Action Network. Diana leads national initiatives in elder activism, community resilience, and regenerative leadership, and oversees the ...
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  • Is Trump a Symptom—or a Wake-Up Call? Reflections on 2025

    Is Trump a Symptom—or a Wake-Up Call? Reflections on 2025
    2026/02/10

    Was 2025 a year we should forget—or the year everything finally became undeniable? As we step into 2026, the hosts of The Way Forward: Regenerative Conversations take on the hardest questions of our time: polarization, democracy, violence, climate disruption, and the collapse of shared meaning. This conversation is honest, provocative, and deeply personal—and we don’t all agree. If you’re wondering where to put your energy now, this episode is for you.

    🧭 Show Notes – Episode Summary

    In this special 2025 Reflections / 2026 Looking Forward episode, all three hosts—John Izzo, Alain (Alon) Gauthier, and Jim Burke—come together to examine what 2025 revealed about the state of humanity, democracy, and the planet.

    They explore:

    • How social media algorithms curate entirely different realities—and fuel polarization
    • Why the rule of law and social norms are breaking down globally
    • Whether figures like Donald Trump are causes—or symptoms of a deeper systemic failure
    • The rise of narcissism at every level: individual, national, and even species-wide
    • Why mitigation alone is no longer enough for climate change—and why adaptation and regeneration must happen together
    • The twin inflection points of democracy and artificial intelligence in 2026
    • Why the real work ahead is inner and outer, personal and systemic

    The conversation moves beyond headlines and elections to ask a deeper question: Who are we becoming—and how will we choose to respond?

    This episode also gives listeners a rare chance to get to know the hosts personally: what grounds them, what challenges them, and where they’re putting their energy in the year ahead.

    👥 Host Bios

    Dr John Izzo, PhD

    John Izzo is a bestselling author, speaker, and former Presbyterian minister whose work focuses on purpose, meaning, leadership, and the future of humanity. He brings moral clarity, historical depth, and a gift for asking the questions most people avoid. John is the author of multiple books, including The Purpose Revolution: How Leaders Creae Engagement and Competive Advantage in an Age of Social Good, and a longtime voice calling for deeper reflection in times of disruption.

    Alain Gauthier

    Alain is a systems thinker, facilitator, and co-creator of the Regenerative Elder process. Drawing from Indigenous history, lived experience, and spiritual inquiry, he helps individuals and communities integrate inner transformation with outer action. His work focuses on regeneration, resilience, and the re-emergence of elder wisdom in a fractured world.

    Jim Burke

    Jim Burke is the producer of The Way Forward and a lifelong health professional, systems thinker, and climate activist. He serves on multiple local and regional committees focused on infrastructure, climate resilience, and regenerative community development. Jim is deeply interested in longevity, lifestyle medicine, clean energy, and redefining elderhood for the 21st century.

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  • No More Illusions: McKibben, McLaren & Read on the Climate Truth We Can’t Ignore

    No More Illusions: McKibben, McLaren & Read on the Climate Truth We Can’t Ignore
    2025/12/05

    In this episode of The Way Forward: Regenerative Conversations, John Izzo hosts Bill McKibben, Brian McLaren, and Dr. Rupert Read for a raw and urgent dialogue on the climate crossroads. Together, they confront illusions, speak truth we can’t ignore, and explore what agency we still hold in shaping our future. Perfect for listeners seeking depth, courage, and clarity in the climate conversation.

    Summary

    In this powerful conversation, recorded live at The Climate Crossroads, our panel explores the defining moment humanity now faces. Bill McKibben highlights the accelerating physical realities of a warming planet — and the political forces working to slow progress. Dr. Rupert Read explains why adaptation, resilience, and community transformation may be our most underused leverage points. Brian McLaren examines the spiritual and psychological roots of the crisis, and why outdated worldviews continue to hold us back.

    Together, they illuminate how technological change, moral courage, and community-scale action must converge to create a livable future. They invite us to move beyond false optimism and paralyzing doom — toward grounded, regenerative action rooted in compassion, clarity, and connection.

    This is the first in a series of Crossroads Conversations exploring how elders, activists, and communities can rise to meet the challenges of our time.

    👥 Guest Mini-Bios

    Bill McKibben

    Bill McKibben is a pioneering climate author, journalist, and activist who wrote the first major book on global warming, The End of Nature. He is the founder of 350.org and Third Act, mobilizing older Americans for climate action. His latest book, Here Comes the Sun, explores the global revolution in solar energy. 🔗 https://thirdact.org 🔗 https://350.org 🔗 “Here Comes the Sun” (2024)

    Brian D. McLaren

    Brian McLaren is a former pastor, public theologian, and bestselling author whose work explores spirituality, social transformation, and climate consciousness. His recent book, Life After Doom, examines our spiritual response to the ecological crisis and the path to deeper courage and connection. 🔗 https://brianmclaren.net 🔗 “Life After Doom” (2023)

    Dr. Rupert Read

    Dr. Rupert Read is a philosopher, author, and co-founder of the Climate Majority Project, focused on mobilizing broad societal engagement in climate adaptation. He served as a prominent spokesperson and strategic voice for Extinction Rebellion, helping shape its early messaging and global impact. His work, including Why Climate Breakdown Matters and Transformative Adaptation, calls for a profound shift in how communities prepare for a rapidly changing world. 🔗 https://rupertread.net 🔗 https://climatemajorityproject.com 🔗 “The Climate Majority Project” (2024) 🔗 “Transformative Adaptation” (2024)

    🙏 Sponsor Acknowledgment

    This episode is brought to you by the Elders Action Network (EAN) and Elders Climate Action (ECA) — two organizations mobilizing elders across the world to stand for democracy, climate justice, and a regenerative future. 🌐 https://eldersaction.org 🌐 https://eldersclimateaction.org

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