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Video: James Martin on the challenges of the 21st century
“At the start of the 21st century, humankind finds itself on a non-sustainable course – a course that, unless it is changed, will lead to catastrophes of awesome consequences. At the same time, we are unlocking formidable new capabilities that could lead to much more exciting lives and glorious civilizations. “This could be humanity’s last…
Read MoreVideo: Cinematic Orchestra – To Build A Home
From YouTube and Song Meanings: There is a house built out of stone / Wooden floors, walls and window sills / Tables and chairs worn by all of the dust This is a place where I don’t feel alone / This is a place where I feel at home Video embedded from YouTube Lyrics (excerpts)…
Read MoreThe Engagement Pyramid
The most effective social change organizations understand how to wield their portfolio of engagement tactics in Zen-like fashion; knowing just what kind of touch is called for to influence the outcomes of a particular decision. They also know how to meet people where they are at, and craft their calls to action appropriately so as…
Read MoreOrganizing Genius
In a society as complex and technologically sophisticated as ours, the most urgent projects require the coordinated contributions of many talented people.
Read MoreOld Peter’s Russian Tales retold by Arthur Ransome
The stories in this book are those that Russian peasants tell their children and each other. In Russia hardly anybody is too old for fairy stories, and I have even heard soldiers on their way to the war talking of very wise and very beautiful princesses as they drank their tea by the side of…
Read MoreVideo: Kate Bush – Man with the Child in His Eyes
From Daily Motion I hear him before I go to sleep And focus on the day that’s been I realise he’s there when I turn the light off And turn over Nobody knows about my man They think he’s lost on some horizon And suddenly I find myself Listening to a man I’ve never known…
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