Biophilic Solutions: Nature Has the Answers

Biophilic Solutions: Nature Has the Answers

Author: Serenbe Media Network Language: English Episodes: 119
There’s a quiet but profound intelligence in the way a forest manages resources or how a mycelial network communicates-an intelligence we’ve often overlooked in our rush to build and innovate. Biophilic Solutions: Nature Has the Answers explores this very premise, asking what happens when we stop seeing nature as merely a resource and start recognizing it as the ultimate mentor. Hosted by Monica Olsen and her co-host, this podcast from the Serenbe Media Network delves into conversations that feel both urgent and restorative. You’ll hear from scientists, artists, urban planners, and philosophers who are applying nature’s blueprints to solve complex human problems in design, healthcare, community building, and leadership. Each episode is a deep dive into the patterns and processes that have sustained life for millennia, offering tangible, often surprising, ways to reintegrate them into our daily lives and systems. It’s not just about sustainability; it’s about reciprocity and learning to listen again. The dialogue in this podcast moves beyond theory, focusing on real-world applications that remind us our well-being is inextricably linked to the natural world. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration that bridges science, culture, and education, revealing how a rekindled connection can reshape our society from the ground up.
Episodes
Nature and Renewal with Mindfulness Expert Nina Smiley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:31
Adherents of biophilia know that humans have an innate connection to nature and living things. But in a fast-paced and technology-driven world, how do we cultivate - or even discover - that connection in the first place?…
The Case For Climate Optimism with Anne Therese Gennari [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:13
An optimistic outlook on life tends to make people happier, more successful, and even healthier - but how do we apply optimism to a situation that oftentimes feels as serious and dire as the climate crisis? Enter today’s…
Introducing Season 3 of Biophilic Solutions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:59
Season 3 of Biophilic Solutions premieres on January 24th! This season, we'll explore some new topics like climate optimism, national parks, and eco tourism. We'll also take a deeper dive into some familiar territory lik…
Amplifying Your Impact with The Carbon Almanac’s Paige NeJame [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:58
This week, we’re talking all about how to amplify your impact with Carbon Almanac contributing writer Paige NeJame. Have you ever wondered whether your efforts to recycle, compost, and eat a plant-based diet make a real…
Biophilic Books for the Holidays [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:37
We firmly believe that this time of year should be all about slowing down, enjoying quality time with friends and family, and of course enjoying some time outdoors (weather permitting). So, as the holiday season approach…
Building With Nature & Scaling Biophilic Ideas with Mary Davidge [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:30
Mary Davidge has spent her career at the forefront of biophilic design. Between 2014 and 2021, Mary served as Google’s Director of Global Design, where she worked closely with biophilic leaders like Bill Browning and Jud…
Saving The World’s Quiet Places with Matt Mikkelsen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:35
Natural places, untouched by man made noise pollution, are practically nonexistent in the modern world. Unfortunately, the lack of quiet in today’s world doesn’t bode well for our health; noise pollution is tied to an ar…
Restorative Spaces Inspired by Nature with Oliver Heath [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:25
Picture this: you’re at the office and you’re having a terrible day. We’ve all been there at one time or another. So … where do you go to cry? That is the question that designer Oliver Heath poses to all of his prospecti…