In  this interesting episode, we will look into different approaches on how we can choose a better life for animals, from the chickens we eat to the pets we keep.

Joining us is Dr. Sean Wensley who has contributed to animal welfare and conservation projects all over the world.

Dr. Sean Wensley is an award-winning Senior Veterinary Surgeon and the Author of Financial Times' Best Summer Books of 2022 "Through A Vet's Eyes"

We will also dig deeper in the stories in Dr. Wensley's book and get first-hand tips on  how to treat animals better and putting their welfare in the forefront.

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You can Dr. Wensley and his book on:

Twitter: Sean Wensley
His Book: Through A Vet’s Eyes: How we can all choose a better life for animals

On this episode, we are shedding a light in a global problem that is modern slavery.

We have Andrew Wallis to educate us about this illegal commodity trade that is happening around the world and affecting over 50 million people worldwide.

Andrew Wallis is the CEO of the charity Unseen, a national charity working to end Modern Slavery.

Prior  to Unseen, Andrew was compelled to act when he found a report on human trafficking from Bristol to USA.  From there, he has done a ground-breaking research in the field which led to the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

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Find Andrew on:

Twitter: @andyw1
Unseen UK website: https://www.unseenuk.org/

Do you know a narcissist? Have you been affected by one?

Today's episode is very interesting as we look into narcissism, and how it destroys the  people around narcissists mentally and emotionally.

We discuss more about this with two amazing ladies - Kathie Reid and Jasmina Curt.

Kathie Reid is a Rapid Transformational Therapist who help anxious individuals release negative beliefs by reprogramming their mind.

Jasmina Curt is an emotional healer, hypnotherapist, and yoga meditation teacher who uses various mind and body techniques to help people reconnect with themselves.


You can find Kathie Reid and Jasmina Curt on Linkedin.

In  this episode, Chris and Darren are chatting with Lauren Ornelas via Zoom!

Lauren Ornelas speaks about how to "Eat Your Ethics" and the mission of the Food Empowerment Project.

The episode will look into the power of our food choices to create a domino effect in the whole food production stages and how we can contribute in creating equitable access to healthy, sustaining food for all communities

We have the opportunity and privilege to make food choices that will have an effect on various problems that surround food (unfair working conditions, slavery and exploitation, unethical food sourcing, injustices, negligent corporations, environmental racism, etc).

Learn more about Lauren through:
Website: https://foodispower.org/
Linkedin: Lauren Ornelas

Chris and Darren are back in another episode of The POP Pod!

Today we are looking into a serious topic that Scotland is currently facing - high risk of alcohol and problematic drug abuse. Together with Justina Murray, we look at these problems within the context of Scottish culture and families.

Justina's charity - Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs (SFAD) - is one of  Scotland's NCOs and recognised as Scotland’s leading charity for families affected by alcohol and drugs. Their goal is to support anyone concerned about someone else’s alcohol or drug use in Scotland.

If you are concerned about someone else's alcohol or drug use, contact their Helpline today: 08080 10 10 11

As always we'd love you to give us a review or share an episode on your socials so we can reach more people like you!

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Find Justina on:

Twitter: @ceosfad
SFAD website: https://www.sfad.org.uk/

Welcome to our first episode of Season 2!

We kick things off with Dean Dori Tunstall, an anthropologist and Dean of the Faculty of Design at OCAD University in Ontario, Canada.

We spoke about Design Anthropology and what it means in understanding the current world and systems that are in place to figure out possibilities of solutions in a respectful manner.

In the era where we seem to be always at odds with each other (opinions, political beliefs, etc), Dori shares a rather optimistic take - we have a role to explore more possibilities to find a cohesive solution.

As always, if you like the episode give us a share and drop us a review on your chosen player.

Find Dori on:

Twitter: @Dori_Danthro
Linkedin: Dori Tunstall

We wanted to close off the season by taking a brief look back at some of our highlights from the past 50 episodes and give you an insight into the direction we'll be taking the podcast in the not too distant future.

We've loved recording the past 50 episodes and are now going to focus over the next couple of months on some amazing interviews. We'll still be connecting with business owners but will be focussing on the mission more than the person and want to make sure there's some fantastic actionable content for you too.

See you in a couple of months and as always Stay On Purpose!

This week Chris and I are talking to Dino from the Glasgow Grooming Company about how he got into Barbering and found a niche in targeting young professionals in the South Side of Glasgow.

It was such a relaxed conversation and Dino talks with such humility about nudging himself into business and taking action to understand what his passion was before committing to his path. It doesn't need to be a masterplan, but carving out a unique local product can be incredibly fulfilling.

Check out his Insta page here  and if you're liking the pod give us a share on social media or give us a review!