[Learn about the climate crisis] Sounds of the sea with Nathalie Aubourg

What if the sea could teach us how to live more sustainably?

Theme: Learn about the climate crisisTopic: Eco Anxiety & Mental Health

Language: English

In this episode, Nathalie Aubourg shares her story on the shores of the Corinthian Gulf, reflecting on her first experience of the sea and its lasting impact on her life. Through her journey, Nathalie reveals how she brings sustainability into her day-to-day life in meaningful and practical ways.

You'll learn:

• How a first encounter with the sea can shape a lifetime of environmental connection

• Ways to integrate sustainability into everyday life 

• How sailing and travel can deepen our relationship with nature and inspire sustainable living

This episode travels across borders, explores feelings, communities, and sailing, and provides an invitation to discover how the natural world can guide us toward a more conscious way of living.

Key Quotes:

“I fell in love with the ocean... it blew my mind. I felt at home and was really happy.”

Guest Bio:

Nathalie Aubourg

Nathalie Aubourg is a creativity facilitator working at the intersection of design, impact, and collective intelligence. She’s dedicated to enabling collective climate action in communities and schools—with a twist of entrepreneurial mindset to move beyond words and build resilience through action. Passionate about igniting the little glitches and nurturing the meaningful conversations that spark change, she brings energy and imagination to every project she is involved in.

Website: https://www.naau.at

Host Bio:

Dr. Shirley Gallagher, Science Communicator

Dr. Shirley Gallagher is an accomplished Scientific Communicator with over 25 years of experience in the environmental arena. Her profound dedication to sustainability began in 1986 as a result of the nuclear explosion in Chernobyl. Working in the environmental space since the 1990’s in contaminated land, water, energy and now in the circular economy, her deep scientific knowledge supports her communication style.

A dynamic speaker and trainer, Dr. Gallagher has utilised diverse formats, including a TEDx Talk and the 'islanders' TV series. A passionate storyteller, she gathers narratives including #IslandLife, and develops podcasts as diverse as 'Energy Summit,' ‘Talkshow for talkers,’ and 'Sounds of the sea,' exploring legacy in human and environmental terms.

Actively involved with 'Voices for Climate Action,' Toastmasters, and environmental forums, Shirley champions sustainability, circular economy, and biodiversity by creating conversations that develop sustainable systems.

Website: www.syspro.ie www.sustainablesystems.eu 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/syspro-systems-for-progress-limited/?viewAsMember=true

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/second-life-battery-services-ltd/?viewAsMember=true

Moira O'Brien, Producer

Moira cut her teeth in Community Radio as presenter and producer of her own programming. She then co-founded internet station Irish Radio International covering all the technical and producing as well as station manager . When that station folded after 4 years, she moved on to producing, presenting and editing Irish Talkers Podcast which grew out of a programme on the radio station. She now majors on production and audio editing alongside a long career as a YouTuber.

Brighdin Carr, Composer

Brighdín Carr is an Irish composer based in County Donegal, whose evocative work delves into themes of memory, place, and identity. Drawing profound inspiration from Donegal's rugged landscapes and rich cultural heritage, she translates these elements into her distinctive Celtic inspired music using mother tongues, Gaelic and English. Primarily working with songs and stories, Carr's style is characterised by a sophisticated command of both languages expressing a sense of place with colour and light. There is also dance and a bit of craic there too.