What if we stopped racing against time and started dancing with it? A year ago, I did an experiment. After years of chasing the sun, I let winter pull me in. I stayed. I listened. I let the darkness stretch, the quiet deepen. And in that stillness, something unexpected happened- I saw more.

What does it take to create something that lasts 100 years? To dream so big that the future feels close enough to touch? Anne Beate Hovind knows. She commissions art in public spaces, but not just any art – meaningful actions of positive disruptions, geared with radical hope. Projects like the Future Library, where trees are growing today to one day become books for people not yet born, and Losæter, a communal urban farm reimagined as art. With two decades of experience at the crossroads of culture, business, and public spaces, Anne Beate transforms cities from the heart outward, encouraging us all to think bigger, dream bolder, and act braver. In this episode, we explore the story of the Future Library Project and what it takes to commission art for a century-long project. How taking risks can lead to the magic of the unexpected, and might we embrace the much-needed dance between linear and explorative thinking. If you’ve ever wondered how imagination can shape the future, and what it really means to be a good ancestor - this episode is for you. How good is it? We recorded it twice! For show notes & links visit TNM official website

What does it mean to truly be “in” a place? In Norwegian, the phrase for being outdoors translates to "being in" - a profound reminder of our inherent connection to the world around us. Today’s guest, Martin Lee Mueller, holds a PhD in philosophy and serves as the General Secretary for the Arne Næss Center for Ecology and Philosophy in Oslo, Norway. A philosopher, author, and storyteller, his work invites us to rediscover our reciprocal relationship with nature. This episode was recorded outdoors, in conversation with the land. Among the topics we explored: How to tune into a place. The transformative questions that led Martin to the Nordic landscape and shaped his understanding of the interplay between culture and place. Deep ecology as a Nordic branch of earth philosophy, inspired by Arne Næss and his love for the land. The lessons lichen, salmon, and other elements of the natural world offer in challenging the notion of human separation and superiority. Philosophy as a path to personal and collective liberation, breaking free from habits that no longer serve vitality. The importance of raising generations capable of independent thought. Martin also shares insights into the Arne Næss Center’s mission to build a school that take us from wonder to wisdom and his vision of 100 years of listening. If you’re curious about deepening your connection to the world around you, this episode is rich with inspiration and practical steps to begin. For show notes & links visit TNM official website

What does it mean to save a seed? And how can something so small carry the potential to reshape our ecosystems - and ourselves? In today’s episode, my guest is Andrew McMillion, a regenerative farmer, teacher, and passionate seed saver.

What does it take to turn a dream into a thriving reality? – again and again? In this episode, Antonio Bortolotti - Husband, Father, Visionary Dreamer, and the creative force behind the Vacation Rental World Summit - shares his remarkable journey.

What if our buildings could carry the stories of the past while paving the way to a CO2-neutral future? In this episode, I sit down with Dominik Campanella, CEO and Co-Founder of Concular...

What if we celebrated ‘a night in?’ In this episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Rinat Sherzer, a visionary dreamer, passionate creator, and relentless advocate for both the earth and humanity.

In this episode, I had the immense pleasure of hosting someone who has profoundly expanded my understanding of hunter-gatherer societies and their worldview, and what it means for our lives today and the current state of the world.

Growing architecture is an innovative approach that integrates living plants into architectural designs, addressing ecological issues such as climate change adaptation and promoting sustainable living environments. This concept challenges traditional design methodologies by incorporating elements like growth, decay, chance, and probability into the creation of resilient and beautiful structures...

Have you ever heard about the living root bridges of Meghalaya? This episode was recorded in Northeast India, in the enchanting state of Meghalaya, known as one of the wettest places on Earth. The Khasi people have developed an extraordinary method...

If you hear seagulls in the background, it’s because this episode was recorded in Tangier, Morocco, where Michael Bungay Stanier and I sat down for a conversation. It began during a dinner he hosted as part of the House of Beautiful Business gathering, under the intriguing theme – How to Be a Stranger.

To end this season, I would like to share with you something that touched me deeply, a dream walk that was originally exhibited as a sound installation in an art exhibition called Revealed, in Melbourne in 2017...

Ever heard of Davos, the annual World Economic Forum meeting in Switzerland? Now, what about its intriguing counterpart, unDavos? Meet Mark Turrell, the visionary mind questioning everything, forging new ideas, and disrupting conventional structures...

In the dynamic world of coliving, the heartbeat isn’t just the physical space but the vibrant communities that thrive within. Join us in an upcoming episode where we break ground on the fascinating landscape of coliving...

Bloxhub, the Nordic hub for urban innovation, is a captivating ecosystem that has left me truly fascinated. From companies matchmaking through a unique collaborative methods...

What values should modern education systems embrace? What does the future of learning look like? These were the very questions that consumed Rekha when she...

In the world of design, some believe there’s a one-size-fits-all formula, a magical checklist that, once completed, transforms a project into a masterpiece. However, the reality is far more nuanced...

Prepare for a mind-altering experience as we unravel the secrets of how our brains decode space, guided by the extraordinary Natalia Filvarova—neuroscientist and UX trailblazer at Google, reshaping the boundaries of digital identity systems...

Let’s dive into the captivating world of experience design, where the crafting of unforgettable moments becomes both an art and a science. In this episode..

In the closing chapter of his book The Business Romantic, Tim extends an intriguing invitation. What started as a light-hearted jest has grown into a thriving community, uniting some of the most innovative and imaginative minds on the planet...