In this conversation, film producer Peter Samuelson shares his journey from a young boy with limited expectations to a successful film producer and philanthropist. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the role of helping others in finding happiness, and the lessons learned from risk and failure. Peter emphasizes that true happiness often comes from contributing to the well-being of others and building meaningful connections. His personal anecdotes and insights provide a roadmap for young adults seeking purpose and fulfillment in their lives.

• A mentor can help you aim higher than you thought possible.
• Radical change often starts with a single opportunity.
• Helping others can lead to personal happiness.
• Failure is a stepping stone to success if learned from.
• Building connections can lead to unexpected opportunities.
• Happiness can be divided into short-term, medium-term, and long-term.
• Selflessness can be a form of selfishness that benefits you.
• Volunteering can lead to meaningful relationships.
• The importance of organizing your life for success.
• Taking risks is essential for personal growth. Acting requires a backup plan to mitigate risks.
• Comedy's success is often unpredictable and relies on audience reaction.
• Test screenings can yield surprising results, as seen with 'Revenge of the Nerds.'
• Risk-taking is essential for entrepreneurs and creatives alike.
• Philanthropy brings joy and fulfillment beyond financial success.
• Young men often take greater risks due to brain development.
• Building connections with diverse groups can reduce fear and promote understanding.
• Climate change poses a significant threat to humanity's future.
• Tribalism and othering are detrimental to societal progress.
• Mentorship plays a crucial role in guiding younger generations.

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What does it take to communicate climate action with honesty, without falling into the greenwash trap?

Helen Neal, Co-Founder of HN Communications, joins A Little Bit Radical to share her journey from corporate burnout to founding a values-driven sustainability communications agency.

In this candid conversation with Rob Fawkes, Helen reveals how becoming a parent pushed her out of a job she thought she wanted, how she built a remote, flexible team that works from all over the world, and why radical honesty is the key to meaningful sustainability storytelling.

They also explore the vital role of corporate and NGO partnerships, the quiet power of regional roots, and the transformative conversations that change everything.

In This Episode:

• Growing up as an only child and learning to define her own identity

• From shiny London offices to an accidental business owner

• Why she walked away from her career after becoming a mum

• The moment a client told her to "go all in" and why it changed everything

• What makes great sustainability communications and how to avoid accidental greenwashing

• The underestimated power of NGO and corporate partnerships

• Building a remote, flexible team with real work-life integration

• Why honest conversations and safe spaces are essential for progress

• Helen’s “Climate Leaders Community” and her mission to empower women in sustainability

• The advice she’d give anyone sitting on a radical idea

  
  

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What do running away to a Swedish circus at age 10 and tackling one of the food industry’s biggest hidden problems have in common?

Dini McGrath, Co-Founder of The Wonki Collective, joins A Little Bit Radical to tell her extraordinary story. From wild childhood adventures to founding a business determined to eradicate supply chain food waste, Dini’s journey is anything but ordinary.

Host Rob Fawkes and Dini dig into the shocking statistic that 40% of food never even reaches supermarket shelves. They explore the power dynamics between manufacturers and retailers, and how radical thinking, resilience, and persistence are needed to fix it.

Dini also shares her experiences as a female founder navigating the funding gap, her work with Innovate UK, and why risk-taking should be for everyone, not just the lucky few.

In This Episode:

• Growing up wild: how moving into building sites and joining the Swedish circus shaped Dini’s fearless mindset
• The shocking 40% food waste problem hidden deep in supply chains
• How The Wonki Collective is using AI and technology to match surplus food with where it’s needed
• Why selling surplus cocoa powder wasn’t enough, and how Dini and her team pivoted to something bigger
• Securing a major Innovate UK grant and partnering with Nestlé and FareShare
• The brutal realities of raising investment as a female founder

• • Why we need more women not just founding businesses, but funding them too

  
  

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