Vincent Obisie-Orlu: Need for a Just Energy Transition in Africa | #074

In this podcast episode, I delve into the transformative journey of my 2023 experiences. From setting personal intentions at the year's start to recounting adventures in Spain, Sweden, Portugal, Poland and many other places. Even more important, I discuss the internal transformations that have tkane place during 2023. You will hear me expressing gratitude for deep connections and growth and I emphasize the significance of letting go of what no longer serves me to embrace new beginnings. As I am looking forward to the upcoming year 2024, I will also share some plans for the podcast going forward. Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation. Social Ismael:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode:Ängsbacka: https://www.angsbacka.com/Traditional Dream Factory: https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/Vipassana: https://www.dhamma.org/en/index Timestamps:00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast02:17 Some Major Announcements13:43 Let’s take a look at some pictures44:50 Some key learnings of the year47:30 What’s up in 2024?51:34:Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice

In this episode, you will hear a bit about my summer and I have some major announcements to make regarding the Just Another Mindset podcast. The summer has been very intense and I am looking forward to hear your feedback on the episode. Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation. Social Ismael:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/ Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/ Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode: Ängsbacka: https://www.angsbacka.com/ Traditional Dream Factory: https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast 01:18 Some Major Announcements 09:11:Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.

In this episode, we talk about mindful leadership. Reiner has been a Tech Leader for decades after moving to Silicon Valley in 1996. We elaborate how Silicon Valley has changed over the past twenty years and we talk about burnout. You will learn about Mind Management and different practices that help you to become more aware of your body and mind. We deep dive topics like meditation, measuring thoughts and forming new habits. You will learn about the gadgets that Reiner uses himself to track his progress and we discuss being present. Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation. Socials Reiner Website: https://www.themindfulleader.net/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reiner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themindfulleader/ Podcast: https://themindfulleader.buzzsprout.com/ Socials Ismael Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode:VIC-20: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VIC-20Netscape: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NetscapeIBM Research: https://research.ibm.com/Yahoo!: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yahoo!Neural oscillation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neural_oscillation40 years of Zen: https://40yearsofzen.com/#Ōura: https://ouraring.com/The 12 Mindfulness Leadership Principles: https://www.themindfulleader.net/post/the-mindfulness-leadership-principlesEckhardt Tolle: https://eckharttolle.com/Dave Asprey: https://daveasprey.com/ Timestamps:00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast01:18 What we talked about today02:22 Welcome Reiner03:08 Moving to Silicon Valley in 199609:15 Silicon Valley is changing14:41 Burnout19:57 Mindfulness 30:09 Trained Mind38:07 Measuring thoughts42:42 Mind Management50:00 Where to start01:00:40 Forming new habits01:04:30 Meditation01:10:25 Gadgets01:15:17 Body, Mind, Awareness01:21:25 Final questions01:33:15 Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.

In this episode, we talk about Environmental law and justice. Kate shares which role nature plays in her life and why it is so crucial to fight for our declining biodiversity. You will learn about the interdependencies of nature with basically everything and we elaborate on particular cases that are made for planet earth. We discuss ways on how to reconnect business with nature and what power law has in regard to creating massive changes. Finally, we discuss the role of being a consumer and citizen and how you can influence biodiversity loss.Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation.Socials KateWebsite: https://biodiversitylaw.org/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-handley-85865a51/Illuminem: https://illuminem.com/illuminemvoicesprofile/kate-handley Socials IsmaelNewsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode:Muizenberg: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MuizenbergKate Handley - Biodiversity is declining at an unprecedented rate, and business needs to care: https://illuminem.com/illuminemvoices/biodiversity-is-declining-at-an-unprecedented-rate-and-business-needs-to-careClientEarth v. Shell’s Board of Directors: http://climatecasechart.com/non-us-case/clientearth-v-shells-board-of-directors/Cormac Cullinan: https://cullinans.co.za/who-we-are/our-people/cormac-cullinan/Rights of nature in Ecuador: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rights_of_nature_in_EcuadorThe New Zealand river that became a legal person: https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20200319-the-new-zealand-river-that-became-a-legal-personCentre for Environmental Rights: https://cer.org.za/Allrise: https://allrise.org.za/ Timestamps:00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast01:18 What we talked about today02:06 Welcome Kate02:47 Role of Nature 04:52 Justice08:27 Biodiversity Law Center12:39 Examples of cases15:48 Becoming an Environmental Lawyer21:00 Biodiversity is declining26:26 Reconnecting business with nature29:14 Transparency & Nature being a legal entity36:57 The power of law43:47 Power of Consumers & Citizens48:31 Dependence on nature50:41 Final questions55:42 Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.

In this episode, we talk about communication. Tiffany has learned the hard way that communication is essential in life. Today, she coaches communication and you will learn about words not to use and different communication styles. We talk about her very personal story and we elaborate on what triggers are and how one can deal with them. We discuss the importance of knowing your values and the fact that one has choices in life. You will hear why asking for help is so essential and what role trust and vulnerability play in that.Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation.Socials TiffanyWebsite: https://tiffanybarnard.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-barnard/ Socials IsmaelNewsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode:Nelson Mandela: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nelson_MandelaAbraham Lincoln: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abraham_LincolnTimestamps:00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast01:18 What we talked about today02:01 Welcome Tiffany02:46 Becoming a Coach07:36 Need for communication18:53 Words not to use25:35 Dealing with triggers34:01 Finding your values41:44 Collaboration44:38 Having choices50:11 Self-belief58:23 Asking for help01:02:52 Final questions01:09:37 Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.

In this episode, we talk about a Wellbeing Driven Economy. Fernando has developed a concept that puts the human first and not GDP (growth). You will learn about the three major pillars of a WDE, namely Artificial Intelligence, Economics and Life Science. We talk about balance, personal crisis and mental wellbeing. Fernando shares his personal story and why he is so motivated to help society live more satisfied lives. Finally, you will learn about practical tips for your own wellbeing today.Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation.Socials FernandoMail: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-andr%C3%A9s-s%C3%A1nchez-gonz%C3%A1lez-phd-9724994/Website: https://www.twde.org/ Socials IsmaelNewsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode:Wellbeing Driven Economy: https://www.twde.org/Bertrand Russel: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bertrand_Russell Fernando Andrés Sánchez González - The Wellbeing Driven Economy: https://www.amazon.com/Wellbeing-Driven-Economy-general-public-ebook/dp/B0BM83XXL7 Timestamps:00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast01:18 What we talked about today02:06 Welcome Fernando04:49 Journey to Europe09:57 Balance and Personal Crisis18:03 Wellbeing Driven Economy27:15 Three Pillars of WDE42:30 Who decides what’s good?50:56 New Economics56:23 First steps towards WDE01:01:00 Mindset Shifts01:04:19 Current Wellbeing Economies01:09:01 Tips to stay heathy01:12:25 Final questions01:19:02 Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.

In this episode, we talk about a just Energy Transition in Africa. You will learn about Social Responsibility and Ethical Governance before we dive deep into the current state of the energy transition in Africa. You will learn about COP28, doing business in Africa, holding companies accountable and what each citizen can do in order to make a change. Vincent shares his expert view on a sustainable energy mix and you will learn about the great and oftentimes forgotten role of critical minerals.Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation.Socials VincentLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-obisie-orlu-01829183/?originalSubdomain=zaGood Governance Africa: https://gga.org/author/vincent-obisienunwo/Illuminem: https://illuminem.com/illuminemvoicesprofile/vincent-obisieorlu Socials IsmaelNewsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode:COP28: https://unfccc.int/cop28Inequity responses of monkeys modified by effort: https://www.pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.0707182104The Panama Papers: https://www.icij.org/investigations/panama-papers/African Mining India: https://miningindaba.com/homeAfrican Energy Week: https://aecweek.com/ Future Minerals Forum: https://www.futuremineralsforum.com/ Timestamps:00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast01:18 What we talked about today02:04 Welcome Vincent05:07 Passion for nature06:52 Social Responsibility09:03 Ethical Governance16:22 Global Collaboration22:41 Doing business in Africa25:47 African Energy Transition37:33 Is ESG just Colonialism 2.0?51:07 Hope and Action54:05 Africa and the war in Ukraine01:01:09 Role of Critical Minerals01:08:14 Final questions01:12:53 Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.

In this episode, we talk about regeneration and community. I spent the two months prior to the recording in a place called Traditional Dream Factory and today, you will learn all about it. We discuss the desire to regenerate, what regeneration even means and what role technology plays in that. You will learn about governance, networks of communities and villages and people. We elaborate on challenges and success stories along the way and you will hear about our very reasons to live in co-created playgrounds and community. Finally, you will learn about the ocean, digital nomads, union and hope. Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation. Socials SamOASA: https://oasa.earth/Closer: https://closer.earth/TDF: https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wherebesam/ SocialsIsmael Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode:Freetown Christiania: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freetown_ChristianiaRainbow Gathering: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rainbow_GatheringTraditional Dream Factory: https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/TDF Handbook: https://handbook.traditionaldreamfactory.com/Closer: https://closer.earth/Land Trust: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Land_trustOASA: https://oasa.earth/OASA Whitepaper: https://oasa.earth/papers/OASA-Whitepaper-V1.2.pdfDunbar’s number: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunbar%27s_numberRegenerative Finance: https://www.blockdata.tech/blog/general/what-is-regenerative-financeDecentralised Autonomous Organisation (DAO): https://www.investopedia.com/tech/what-dao/ re:build: https://www.re-build.co/Gathering of Tribes: https://gatheringoftribes.earth/Nomad Cruise: https://www.nomadcruise.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast01:18 What we talked about today03:00 Welcome Sam03:58 Regeneration05:33 Growing up07:41 Technology and Regeneration13:29 Traditional Dream Factory25:17 OASA network31:50 Challenges & Successes35:20 Living in community37:20 Pirate Reincarnation44:26 Final questions48:56 Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.

In this episode, we talk about systems change and how to avoid ecosystem breakdown while maintaining current levels of wellbeing. More than 50 years have passed since the publication of Limits to Growth and Gaya and myself evaluate what has happened since. We talk about insights to avoid global collapse, urgency, tipping points and concrete turnarounds needed. We discuss the need for new narratives and you will learn about the role of spirituality in systems change.Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation.Socials GayaLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gayausa/Book: https://mdpi-res.com/bookfiles/mono/6206/Five_Insights_for_Avoiding_Global_Collapse.pdf?v1681137538Socials Ismael:Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode:The Limits to Growth: https://www.clubofrome.org/publication/the-limits-to-growth/Post Growth Entrepreneurship: https://nonprofit.ventures/Gaya Herrington - Five Insights for Avoiding Global Collapse: https://mdpi-res.com/bookfiles/mono/6206/Five_Insights_for_Avoiding_Global_Collapse.pdf?v1681137538Maria Ressa - How to Stand Up to a Dictator: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58297471-how-to-stand-up-to-a-dictatorKate Raworth - What on Earth is the Doughnut?: https://www.kateraworth.com/doughnut/Riane Eisler: https://rianeeisler.com/Benjamin Casteillo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-casteillo-633a744b/?originalSubdomain=idTraditional Dream Factory: https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/Gijs Spoor: Systems Change & the Interconnectivity of Everything | 048: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgxHbjsO8aoTimestamps:00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast01:18 What we talked about today02:24 Welcome Gaya05:02 The role of optimism08:41 The fallacy of Green Growth12:57 Five Insights for Avoiding Global Collapse23:59 What happened since 197231:27 Urgency for generative changes36:42 Tipping Points40:45 Risk of Collapse 48:17 Five turnarounds needed55:05 Power of Narratives59:57 Systems Change is tough01:07:10 Role of Spirituality01:14:30 Personal tips01:20:09 Final questions01:27:14 Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.

In this episode, we talk about transitioning to a post-growth economy. We discuss why money trauma is so common and yet hardly talked about. Hear about how communities are healing from social isolation using a dynamic group process called the Offers and Needs Market. We elaborate on cash, digital and local currencies and discuss which of these can and will be used in a post-growth economy. We explore ways to decolonize our minds and relationships through inclusive meeting practices. You will learn about decentralisation of governance through models like sociocracy. Make sure to let us know your thoughts and join the conversation. Socials Crystal Mail: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-arnold-0805605/ Website: https://money-morphosis.com/economics-2/Podcast: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/money-wise-women-crystal-arnold-pLU_vWrOoHJ/ Post Growth Institute: https://www.postgrowth.org/Twitter: https://twitter.com/postgrowthPGI linktree: https://linktr.ee/postgrowthinstitute Socials Ismael:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvd4OFK_0rFnCsu7QhtK4PQ?sub_confirmation=1Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismaelvondergathen/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismael_von_der_gathen/Website: http://Ismaelvondergathen.com Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/u2z0q2Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Ismaelvondergathen Links to topics and people discussed in this episode:Offers and Needs: https://offersandneeds.com/Traditional Dream Factory: https://www.traditionaldreamfactory.com/ReBuild Conference: https://www.re-build.co/Wellbeing Economy Alliance: https://weall.org/wegoSacred Economics: Sacred Economics: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11289729-sacred-economicsDavid Graeber - Debt: The First 5,000 Years: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6617037-debtCentral Bank Digital Currency: https://www.cato.org/policy-analysis/central-bank-digital-currencyCatherine Austin Fitts: https://home.solari.com/resume/Donnie Maclurcan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donniemaclurcan/Adrienne Maree Brown - Holding Change: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55814319-holding-changeMoney Wise Women: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/money-wise-women-crystal-arnold-pLU_vWrOoHJ/Se-ah-dom Edmo: https://www.seedingjustice.org/staff/Sociocracy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SociocracyMike Strode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjstrode/Norma Nakai Burton: http://www.journeytocompletion.com/ Timestamps:00:00 Intro - Just Another Mindset Podcast01:18 What we talked about today02:16 Welcome Crystal03:56 Role of Nature05:46 Economics and Psychology08:18 Crystal’s Money Story12:18 Money Trauma25:55 Cash, Digital and Local Currencies30:59 Mindset of Abundance & Enoughness36:10 Post Growth Institute40:14 Offers and Needs Markets54:51 Healing social isolation01:00:19 Touching experiences01:08:29 Governance under Post Growth01:14:00 Final questions01:24:40 Outro - Just Another Mindset Please note that the The Just Another Mindset Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.