Author: Erik Bergman

Erik Bergman has been in the online casino industry since 2005, startingout as a professional poker player. In 2008 he moved from playing pokerto marketing, first with a focus on online bingo and later to casino. In 2012he co-founded the company Catena Media that very quickly grew to be asignificant player in the world of gambling affiliation.Catena Media built both large scale casino guides as well as small nichewebsites focused on specific casino bonuses or various slot games. Erikhad all kinds of roles within the company working with everything fromcontent and SEO to strategy and developing the business.In 2015 Catena Media started acquiring a lot of other online casino guidesand grew into a powerhouse within the space. Erik moved on to focus a loton mergers and acquisitions while simultaneously working to get thecompany listed on the Nasdaq First North stock exchange in Stockholm.In 2016 Catena Media entered the stock market with a valuation ofapproximately $200 million. Erik stayed on for about another year butthen decided to move on.From 2017 Erik has focused on the unusual mix of philanthropy and onlinecasinos. He has done several large donations focused mainly on climateand environmental causes. Among others donating $1.2 million to TeamSeas efforts to clean the oceans of plastic, and another €1 million to CleanAir Task Force’s work to stop climate change.Today his focus is a mix of philanthropy and online casinos. He hasfounded Great.com, a company built to partner up with gamblingcompanies and donating all profits to buy food, clean water, medicine etc.for people that need it the most. Great.com is an online casino guide as that has already partnered withhundreds of different casinos including giants like Betsson, Unibet,Tropicana NJ, Stake, Roobet and many others.

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Caritas of Austin – Ending Homelessness in Austin

#278 Great.com Talks With… Caritas of Austin Among the 3100 homeless individuals in Austin, Texas, 70% of those that are homeless are unable to find temporary shelters for themselves. Being disabled, suffering from mental health conditions caused by trauma and abuse and inability to find housing because of familial conditions are among some of the […]

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#275 Great.com Talks With… Phoenix Rescue Mission Everyday there are about 6,000 homeless individuals in Maricopa county. Some would even have to go looking for food in dumpsters and stay in places where no human being should live in. Lacking resources to make a positive change in their lives, homelessness becomes an incredibly difficult situation […]

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Diabetes Foundation – Fighting Diabetes In New Jersey

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DreamYard: Cultivating the Artistic Voice of the Youth

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Restavek Freedom: Ending Child Slavery In Haiti

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Bridges To Prosperity – Bridging Rural Communities to the World

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Cheetah Conservation Fund: Saving the Cheetahs

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#263 Great.com Talks With… Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) As an employee, one should always speak up if their organization has some practices that harm the environment. Illegal logging, planting genetically modified crops in a wildlife refuge or dumping of chemicals in waterways that can poison living things and disrupt the ecosystem – these […]

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United Community Corporation: From Dependency to Self-Sufficiency

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Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM): Individualized Justice

#259 Great.com Talks With… Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM) In the US, there is still an ongoing conversation about the justice system. Too often, individuals are incarcerated with mandatory minimums – which does not always fit the gravity of the accused’s offence. Families are left devastated and confused over their loved one’s sentences. In this […]

NumbersUSA: Numbers-based Approach for US Immigration

#258 Great.com Talks With… Numbers USA The US is without a doubt, the most prevalent superpower in the world’s recent history. What supports it is its economy – a balancing act that needs reforms and adjustments every so often. Millions of immigrants move to the US every year, and not all of them can find […]

New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Children

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The Progeria Research Foundation: Making Progress Toward The Cure

#254 Great.com Talks With… Progeria Research Foundation Progeria is an ultra rare genetic condition that affects approximately 400 people around the world at the moment. Children develop symptoms by the age of around 2, when they stop growing but begin rapidly ageing, before tragically dying of heart disease in their teens. In this episode we […]

Child Aid: Inspiring Guatemalans To Read And Escape Poverty

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Sierra House: Breaking Free From Homelessness

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AIDS Foundation Houston: Ending The HIV-AIDS Epidemic

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ProLiteracy: Raising Adult Literacy All Over The World

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National Sports Center for the Disabled

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Filling In The Gaps

#239 Great.com Talks With… New Yorkers for Children In many countries government support and fund for the care of youth in foster care and those that are in low-income families is rarely enough. A significant number of these individuals either drop out from school, or leave foster care with no direction or support. In this […]

Empowering Education with Positive Peer Influence

#238 Great.com Talks With… PeerForward In many parts of the world, the quality of education is severely lacking. Even in developed countries like the US, marginalization & financial disparity hampers individuals from low income communities to achieve post-secondary education. Without this education, these individuals may struggle to find meaningful careers. In this episode, we talk […]

How Can We Uplift And Delight Impoverished Bay Area Children?

#236 Great.com Talks With… Family Giving Tree More than four hundred thousand underprivileged kids live in the Bay Area of California. Families from some of the region’s poorest neighborhoods find themselves isolated, disenfranchised and in a world far from the glitz and glamor California is known for. In this episode we talked with Jennifer Cullenbine […]

How Can We Help Rehabilitate Cancer Survivors?

#235 Great.com Talks With… National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship When discussing cancer, we mustn’t forget that a health journey doesn’t end once the cancer goes away. Patients need as much help and support as possible to readjust and thrive. In this episode we talked with Shelley Fuld Nasso from the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship […]

Colorado’s Alliance Center Is Driving A More Sustainable Future

#234 Great.com Talks With… The Alliance Center The COVID pandemic has highlighted the significance of trust and open communication as well as local, national and international cooperation between people and organizations. In this episode we talked with Brenna Simmons-St. Onge from The Alliance Center about the importance of the commune and the power of discussion. […]

How The Heartland Institute Safeguards Your Individual Freedoms

#232 Great.com Talks With… The Heartland Institute Our elected officials can’t possibly become experts on every issue. They rely instead on detailed analysis to help them make sound decisions. In this episode we talked with H. Sterling Burnett from The Heartland Institute about how his organization persuades legislators to champion liberty, opportunity and sound economic […]

Fighting to Keep Our Water Sources Clean, Safe and Secure

#229 Great.com Talks With… Waterkeeper Alliance A staggering 2 billion people do not have access to clean water. And the number of people at risk might spiral in the next few years if we don’t take positive action today. In this episode we talked with Marc Yaggi from Waterkeeper Alliance about the importance of clean […]

Empowering Women to Choose If and When They Want Children

#228 Great.com Talks With… Pathfinder International Pregnancy, periods and abortions – such topics of conversation can be taboo even in developed nations with advanced healthcare systems and relatively liberal laws. In this episode we talked with Shaylyn Stanley from Pathfinder International about the importance of spreading information about reproductive health. Pathfinder International currently operates in […]

Finding Forever Families

#227 Great.com Talks With… Citizens for Animal Protection (CAP) Every year, millions of stray animals are taken into shelters, providing some relief from homelessness. But not all of these struggling souls find homes or receive appropriate care before they are taken in. In this episode, we talked with Ana Rodriguez from Citizens for Animal Protection […]

Helping Create a Level Playing Field for Kids in Poverty

#226 Great.com Talks With… Children Incorporated It’s often said that a good education grants the best odds of social mobility. But even the simplest things can keep the poorest kids away from school: lack of new clothes, new shoes or basic books and stationery. In this episode we talked with Shelley Callahan from Children Incorporated […]

How to Empower the Self-Sufficiency of Native Americans

#225 Great.com Talks With… Partnership With Native Americans Native American culture is hardly monolithic. Its rich and diverse heritage is spread across 154 different languages in nine different states. But there are still a number of problems many tribal communities share. In this episode we talked with Mark Ford from Partnership With Native Americans about […]

The Marine Hospital Caring for 8 Sea Turtles

#224 Great.com Talks With… Clearwater Marine Aquarium The world’s burgeoning population is demanding more food and producing ever more waste, leaving an indelible mark on the world’s oceans. In this episode we talked with Caitlin Smith from Clearwater Marine Aquarium about the importance of marine conservation and animal rescue. Protecting Dolphins, Manatees and Sea Turtles […]

How Sustainable Development Can Futureproof Your Company

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Prioritizing Public Policy over Politics

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Helping Latina Women in Oregon Make Positive Societal Change

#219 Great.com Talks With… Adelante Mujeres Being an immigrant can bring a whole host of disorienting challenges: prejudice, a language barrier, legal difficulties and cultural pressures. Many women and girls of Latin American origin find it especially difficult to stand up and be counted. In this episode we talked with Bridget Cooke from Adelante Mujeres […]

How Can We Save America’s Native Wildlife from Extinction?

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What Checks and Balances Are there to Make Sure America Stays Secular?

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Type 1 Diabetes: Searching for the Hows and the Whys

#210 Great.com Talks With… Children’s Diabetes Foundation We commonly think of diabetes as a result of poor dietary choices and lack of exercise. This is more characteristic of Type 2 diabetes though, and differs starkly from Type 1, which is a genetic disorder often manifesting in children and young teens. Despite the high number of […]

How IRCT Is Helping Torture Victims to Reconnect With Society

#209 Great.com Talks With… International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims Many people suffer cruel, dehumanizing treatment as a result of their political views, religion or sexual orientation. It’s important that we help empower them to come to terms with their ordeal. In this episode we talked with Lisa Henry from the International Rehabilitation Council for […]

How Can We Empower Researchers to Cure Cancer in Children?

#208 Great.com Talks With… National Pediatric Cancer Foundation Only 4 percent of cancer funding in the USA goes towards researching effective childhood cancer treatments. And since 1980, scientists have produced a mere 10 new cancer-fighting drugs for children. In this episode we talked with Chelsea Wagner from the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation about increasing pediatric […]

Thomas Edison and the Importance of Persistence After Failure

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Why So Many Sexual Assault Crimes Go Unreported and How to Change This

#205 Great.com Talks With… WEAVE Domestic violence rates are now higher than ever. Exacerbated by the widespread lockdown, people have been literally trapped inside their own homes with their abuser. Woven into this topic though, are a myriad of complexities which often result in crimes remaining unreported. Victims deal with shame, guilt and embarrassment; often […]

How Can We Empower Minority Voices in America’s Northwest?

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My Body, My Choice: Changing the Landscape of Abortion Care

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How Assistance Dogs Bring Dignity for Those Living with Disabilities

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Delivering Health and Hope Through Medical Donations

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An Unjust System Wrongfully Demonizes Immigrants in the US

#196 Great.com Talks With… American Immigration Council The tensions surrounding immigration in America reached new heights under the Trump administration, with fear-mongering of ‘terrorists’ and ‘job-stealers’ at the centre of the media spotlight. The characterization of vulnerable, desperate people into faceless criminals has only worked to further divide the government and the mind’s of the […]

How New Brunswick Became a Hub for Jazz Music

#194 Great.com Talks With… New Brunswick Jazz Project The city of New Brunswick boasts a rich theatre scene, as well as restaurants and galleries. However, for music lovers—especially jazz enthusiasts—there was nowhere to go to enjoy the delights of bebop or swing. That is, until the New Brunswick Jazz Project took matters into their own […]

How Can We Help Low-Income Victims of Domestic Abuse?

#193 Great.com Talks With… Partners for Women and Justice One act of domestic violence occurs every eight minutes and twenty nine seconds in New Jersey. In this episode we talked with Julie Murphy from Partners for Women and Justice about the importance of legally supporting abuse victims from disadvantaged backgrounds. What Does Domestic Abuse Look […]

Helping Young Adults Achieve Their Dream Careers

#192 Great.com Talks With… Year Up Many of us will finish college or university with excellent knowledge and expertise, and yet lacking the practical skills or know-how of how to apply these attributes in the corporate world. In this episode, we spoke with India Jonassaint and Jazmin Dekle from Year Up about their mission to […]

How Can We Stop People in Our Community from Going Hungry

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How to Connect With Animals to Learn More about Ourselves

#188 Great.com Talks With… Ellie Laks Animal Communication Do you ever wonder what stories your animals would share with you if they had the opportunity to do so? Animals, too, are navigating through complex emotions – possibly traumas – which our openness and understanding could help to heal. Through this, we can also learn more […]

Eagle Protect: The Only Glove Company with B Corporation Status

#187 Great.com Talks With… Eagle Protect Before the coronavirus pandemic began, the USA used a staggering 120 billion disposable gloves a year. As the world grows increasingly familiar with masks, sanitizer and PPE, the number of gloves we use is also rocketing. In this episode we talked with Steve Ardagh from Eagle Protect about the […]

How to Equip African Farmers with the Tools to Beat Poverty

#183 Great.com Talks With… KickStart International Twenty percent of the world’s farmland is irrigated, producing a hefty forty percent of the world’s food. In this episode we talked with Dr. Martin Fisher from KickStart about lifting Sub-Saharan African farmers out of poverty by teaching them to use cost-effective irrigation technology. Saturated Markets Drive Down Prices […]

How to Invest in a Liveable Climate whilst Saving Money

#182 Great.com Talks With… Acadia Center It is likely not an over-statement to say that most people enjoy saving money and ensuring a liveable climate. Yet, when faced with day-to-day choices we tend to appease our short-term desires rather than thinking 10 or 20 years down the line. On top of this, the way we […]

Decisions Informed by Science Benefit People and the Planet

#181 Great.com Talks With… Global Council for Science and the Environment Most of us remain blissfully unaware of the incredible amount of research and documentation being carried out in the science world at all times. This is partly due to the difficulty of ‘translating’ deep scientific studies into digestible knowledge, and partly due to the […]

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#180 Great.com Talks With… Healthy Gulf The Gulf of Mexico is home to more than 750 estuaries and bays, containing a vibrant variety of coral reefs as well as dolphins, whales, sea turtles, manatees and at least 49 different species of sharks. Devastatingly, though, all of these habitats are at risk due to the effects […]

Improving the Education System for Students with Learning Disabilities

#179 Great.com Talks With… National Center for Learning Disabilities We all approach learning in a unique way. Understanding learning disabilities is about fostering an environment in which every student is cherished and encouraged to reach their potential, no matter how they learn. In this episode we talked with Joey Hunziker from the National Center For […]

How Can We Build Eco-Friendly Laws That Work For Everyone?

#178 Great.com Talks With… Environmental Law Institute Robust legislation should form the bedrock of every nation’s environmental policy. To be most effective in our global effort to save the planet, we must empower every country to build its own legal framework. In this episode we talked with Jay Pendergrass from the Environmental Law Institute about […]

A Sustainable Solution to Hunger Straight from Your Soil

#177 Great.com Talks With… AmpleHarvest.org The issue of hunger in the US has grown worse since the pandemic, with 48-50 million food insecure people unsure of where their next meal will come from. The question has to arise: how is one in every six people going hungry whilst almost 100 billion pounds of food is […]

Bridging the Gap Between Aid and Sustainability

#176 Great.com Talks With… Brother’s Brother Foundation If we look at the humanitarian sector and aid industry historically, there is not generally a trend towards locally-led solutions which work to sustain and empower people. Rather, what we see is temporary ‘quick fix-it’ techniques being implemented which work only to perpetuate cycles of dependency and wasteful […]

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Wealthy Parents Breed Wealthy Children: Economic Immobility in the US

#173 Great.com Talks With… Archbridge Institute It surely doesn’t come as a surprise to hear that children from wealthy backgrounds tend to enjoy advantages over those from lower-income families. In fact, recent studies from Stanford University show that approximately half of parental income advantages are passed on to children. These figures are at the high […]

Children Thrive Upon What We Feed Them

#168 Great.com Talks With… Center for Ecoliteracy The last 70 years have seen us moving more and more towards processed, packaged foods. This has created a centralized, highly manufactured system especially apparent in the meals young people receive in school. Many children who participate in the National School Lunch Program come from food-insecure homes and […]

Working Towards a Better Today for People Living with Cancer

#166 Great.com Talks With… Livestrong For a person living with cancer, there are many physical and emotional pressures which they must tackle in their day-to-day lives. On top of medical treatment, there are incredible financial strains, nutritional needs and social issues which can all lead to heightened stress and poor mental health. In this episode, […]

How Can We Improve the US Foster Care System?

#165 Great.com Talks With… Youth Law Center There are over 400 thousand children in foster care in the USA. To get a fair shot at life, each one deserves the highest standard of help, support and encouragement. In this episode we talked with Jennifer Rodriguez from Youth Law Center about prioritizing love and strong childhood […]

How a Medical Condition Can Leave Girls and Women Ostracized in Kenya

#164 Great.com Talks With… Beyond Fistula Obstetric fistulas are severe medical conditions resulting from prolonged and difficult childbirths. There are two main types which can occur during pregnancy if professional healthcare is not available, and both conditions can lead to devastating life-long problems. In this episode, we spoke with Debra Matityahu from Beyond Fistula about […]

How Neighbors in Illinois Are Coming Together to Address Inequity

#163 Great.com Talks With… People’s Resource Center The current pandemic has added multiple extra strains onto communities which were already strife with injustice and inequity. On a positive note, though, we have seen new and unprecedented levels of collaboration within the past year, with people and communities coming together to support each other in crucial […]

How a Youth-Led Movement is Fighting for Our Futures

#162 Great.com Talks With… Sunrise Movement Politicians and leaders should be held responsible for ensuring the health and wellbeing of all people. Yet all too often they pursue destructive policies which put us as the population and our planet in danger. In this episode, we spoke with Wallace Mazon from Sunrise Movement about the urgency […]

Finding a Cure for the Number 1 Inherited Kidney Disease

#161 Great.com Talks With… PKD Foundation Many people have never heard of PKD, even though it affects between 1 in 400 and 1 in 1000 people worldwide. In this episode we talked with Dr. Chris Rusconi from the Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation about pushing forward the development of treatments for PKD. What Is PKD? PKD […]

How Can We Help Poor Rural Central Americans Most Effectively?

#160 Great.com Talks With… Agros Many rural families in Central America struggle to make ends meet. Working seasonally on land they don’t own, there is the constant threat of displacement and a daunting search for new work. In this episode we talked with Alberto Solano from Agros about empowering Central Americans to break the cycle […]

A Life-Line for Working Poor Families in Virginia

#159 Great.com Talks With… The Child & Family Network Centers Many parents from low-income families face the impossible situation of choosing between going out to work or staying home to care for their young child. Head Start is the only federal support scheme that the US provides for children in need of free-of-charge preschool care. […]

A New Understanding of Aspergers and Autism

#158 Great.com talks With… The Asperger/Autism Network Although figures have long-shown significantly higher autism traits in boys and men than in girls and women, new studies are helping us understand how autism and aspergers manifest differently amongst genders. ‘Autistic masking’ is a term used to describe people who manage to ‘mask’ their autistic behavior traits […]

How Can Your Pet Help Improve Community Wellbeing?

#156 Great.com Talks With… Pet Partners Connecting with animals is proven to confer a whole host of mental and physical benefits. Pets reduce our stress levels, offer us companionship and even help us feel less pain. In this episode we talked with Dr. Chastain Griffin from Pet Partners about empowering human-animal therapy teams to delight […]

Protecting the Wilderness for the Benefit of All

#155 Great.com Talks With… Big Life Foundation Illegal poaching in Africa poses the biggest threat to endangered species such as elephants, rhinos and other majestic wildlife. If it were to continue at its current rates then we may lose these precious species within our lifetimes. In this episode, we spoke with Amy Baird from Big […]

We are Always at the Centre of Positive Change

#154 Great.com Talks With… Points of Light When we are faced with huge social, environmental and global challenges—such as climate change, equal rights and COVID-19—it is easy to fall into inaction due to the scale and severity of these issues. But we must remember that people, such as you and I, will always be at […]

The Power of the Push of a Button

#152 Great.com Talks With… O. Brian Toon from the University of Colorado Boulder When we think of nuclear weapons there are usually two cities that come to mind: Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Nuclear weapons were first engineered towards the end of World World 2; creating for the first time the potential to destroy entire cities and […]

Understanding Our Shared History Has Never Been So Important

#151 Great.com Talks With… National History Day To keep the peace and maintain social cohesion in turbulent times, future leaders must know their history. By learning what motivated the movers and shakers of our past, they can make informed and well-rounded decisions in the present. In this episode we talked with Dr. Cathy Gorn from […]

Potential is Randomly Distributed, Privilege is Not

#150 Great.com Talks With… Bottom Line Unlike talent and tenacity, which are allocated randomly at birth, opportunities await young people at differing and unequal rates. That is to say, the strands of systemic racism and classism run deep in society, and the education system is a prime example of this. Students from privileged backgrounds are […]

Does Climate Change Equal More Tropical Storms?

#149 Great.com Talks With… Thomas R. Knutson from GDFL at NOAA Records of tropical storm activity trace back as far as the 1800s, including weather observations from land and ship reports, as well as reports on hurricanes and storms collected in archival documents and newspapers. This information, however, is not as accurate or complete as […]

Treating 10 Children for Parasitic Worms Costs as Much as a Cup of Coffee

#148 Great.com Talks With… SCI Foundation A billion people in the developing world are exposed to parasitic worm infections. Luckily, treatment is simple, cheap and highly effective. In this episode we talked with Wendy E Harrison from the SCI Foundation about empowering local governments in Sub-Saharan Africa to fight preventable disease. What is Schistosomiasis? Schistosomiasis […]

What We’re Yet to Discover: NASA and the Climate Crisis

#146 Great.com Talks With… NASA’s Dr Robert Cahalan Besides nuclear war, global warming is the most threatening challenge for the planet and human species. Although the disastrous effects of climate change may seem fast-looming and uncontrollable, we must realise that we are responsible on a personal and global level to instigate effectual change now. Dr […]

What Defines a Disaster and How We React to It?

#144 Great.com Talks With… Center for Disaster Philanthropy The most powerful hurricane in 2020 didn’t touch land or harm any individuals, and thus nobody talks about it. A natural disaster is only defined by its destruction; it becomes a disaster when it has economic or human cost, and this is the issue that the disaster […]

A Watershed Moment that Can’t Be Ignored

#143 Great.com Talks With… Charles River Watershed Association The Charles River snakes an 80-mile course from Hopkinton to Boston, flowing through 23 communities and collecting water from a total land area of 308 square miles. It has infamously been known for its murky, polluted and fetid waters, a municipal dump for raw sewage. In this […]

How Can We Protect Our Constitution and Strengthen Our Rights?

#141 Great.com Talks With… Canadian Constitution Foundation Your country’s constitution is so much more than a stuffy legal document. It is a framework built to enshrine your rights and freedoms, protecting you against unfair treatment by your politicians. In this episode we talked with Joanna Baron from Canadian Constitution Foundation about the importance of keeping […]

Relive Boardwalk Empire Today

Are you a fan of the HBO series Boardwalk Empire? To get you into the New Jersey casino spirit, we’ve put together some info about the show to help you take a walk in the shoes of Nucky Thompson himself.

Homelessness is Not a Choice

#140 Great.com Talks With… Atlantic City Rescue Mission There are currently over half a million people experiencing homelessness in the US, and this number has risen by almost one percent in recent years. In New Jersey alone, there are over 9,000 people without a home; including families, children, and people with physical and cognitive disabilities. […]

How Stories Can Shape Public Perception

#139 Great.com Talks With… Black Belt Community Foundation The power of storytelling should never be underestimated. The stories that circulate within our societies are incredibly persuasive, often holding the key to people’s mindsets and emotions. Selma, Alabama, is considered the heart of the civil rights movement, and yet there still exists the hierarchy of human […]

Renewed Hope for the Abolishment of Death Penalties

#138 Great.com Talks With… Death Penalty Action In the last few months of the Trump administration, an unprecedented 13 executions were carried out. But are the winds about to change with Joe Biden’s inauguration? Biden is the first US president to openly oppose the death penalty, and there is certainly renewed hope amongst those who […]

Closing the Gaps of Injustice

#137 Great.com Talks With… Appleseed México Within every social issue there is a legal aspect that needs to be attended to; whether that’s changes in legislation, public policy or legal support for individuals and communities. In this episode, we talked with Maru Cortazar from Appleseed México about their pro bono legal support model, which helps […]

Exposing the Hypocrisy of ‘Sustainable’ Sweden

#136 Great.com Talks With… Marcus Westberg Healthy ecosystems, rich with wildlife, need a variety of mature trees and species to thrive. In Sweden, 80-90% of old-growth forests have been cut down in the last 100 years. Whilst new trees are being planted, habitats are being destroyed and monocultures have replaced resilient, varied ecosystems. In this episode, we talked […]

How Do We Stop People Dying of Colorectal Cancer?

#135 Great.com Talks With… Fight Colorectal Cancer Colorectal cancer sounds scary, but in reality it’s 90% preventable with proper screening. In this episode we talked with Michell Baker from Fight Colorectal Cancer about raising awareness and banishing the stigma that is stopping many people getting a checkup. Why Should I Get Tested? A staggering 50 […]

With Pets, You Get Out What You Put In

#134 Great.com Talks With… Animal Welfare Association New Jersey One of the most important ways to end animal suffering is by educating pet owners about their animal’s needs. When an owner prioritize s the wellbeing of a pet, the pet can improve the wellbeing of its owner. In this episode we talked with Nanci Urban […]

How to Develop Crops that Will Feed Us Sustainably

#133 Great.com Talks With… The Land Institute Seventy percent of the calories we consume come from grain crops. But the way these grains are cultivated is currently unsustainable, and we risk damaging the land we rely on for food. In this episode we talked with Rachel Stroer from The Land Institute about perennial agriculture and […]

Nature Knows No Borders

#132 Great.com Talks With… Turtle Island Restoration Network Many endangered species have been discovered to be using underwater highways in the Eastern Tropical Pacific to migrate along. Once these species move outside of the waters protected by the marine reserves, they are at great risk of being injured, captured or killed. In this episode, we […]

Glossary of Sports Betting Terms

Whether you’ve been into sports betting for years or you’re just getting started, you need to know how to talk the talk. Check out this glossary of some of the most common sports betting terms so you won’t be left guessing.

Supporting Livelihoods for Sustainable Futures

#131 Great.com Talks With… American Foundation of Children with Aids With the increased demands of COVID-19, resources are being diverted towards various emergency funds and many organizations providing critical services have suffered a loss of financial support. In this episode, we talked with Tanya Weaver from the American Foundation of Children with Aids (AFCA) about […]

Holding Technology Accountable for Accessibility

#130 Great.com Talks With… Carroll Center for the Blind Technology is a game-changer for those who are visually impaired. It enables people to take ownership of life tasks, educate themselves and keep up with their peers. Yet, the rapid development of technology in response to global demands (such as the current pandemic) often means that […]

An Introduction to Effective Altruism with Dr Stefan Schubert

#129 Great.com Talks With… Dr Stefan Schubert from from The Social Behaviour and Ethics Lab, University of Oxford What is Effective Altruism? And what are the internal obstacles blocking people from making effective donations? Effective Altruism can be separated into 2 parts, altruism and effectiveness. The first part, altruism, is the idea that we should […]

Erasing the Stigma of Seeking Financial Support

#128 Great.com Talks With… Family Reach Finance plays a critical role in every cancer patient’s journey, yet despite this fact the support structures critical for navigating this issue are often unavailable. People diagnosed with cancer are almost three times more likely to file for bankruptcy than the average person; medical bills must be prioritized and […]

One Health: Together We Are Stronger

#127 Great.com Talks With… NYC’s Animal Medical Center The human-animal bond is stronger than ever before and this increasing connection must call for advanced research into our ecosystems as well as human and animal health. The global One Health Initiative was formed to integrate human medicine, veterinary medicine and environmental science; a cooperation that aims […]

Mobilizing the Network of Pro-Liberty Student

#126 Great.com Talks With… Students For Liberty What are the foundational and essential aspects of a free society? Smaller governments, cryptocurrency and free market economy? In this episode, we talked with Wolf von Laer from Students for Liberty about their mission to educate and empower students all over the world in the principles of a […]

Much Work to Be Done: Building Bridges in Florida and Beyond

#125 Great.com Talks With… CAIR Florida Islamopobia is on the rise, with an accumulated $1.4 billion raised in the last three years in support of Islamophobic groups perpetuating harmful ideologies. In this episode we talked with Raniah El-Gendi from CAIR Florida about their mission to protect and uphold civil rights through education, systematic change and […]

Get Value for Money from Your Clean Water Charity

#124 Great.com Talks With… Water for Good Donors throughout the world are keen to ensure developing countries have access to clean water. But some charities merely offer a band-aid solution. In this episode we talked with Rich Klopp from Water for Good about securing the long-term health of water infrastructure in the Central African Republic. […]

True Democracy Serves Its People, Not Its Corporations

#123 Great.com Talks With… MapLight In a well-established democracy, we often take our right to vote for granted. But what happens when powerful lobbyists and special interest groups try to subvert the democratic processes we rely on? In this episode we talked with Daniel G. Newman from MapLight about the importance of transparency and accountability […]

Look After the Natural World and It Will Look After Us

#122 Great.com Talks With… WILD We all know the adage ‘Never bite the hand that feeds you’. Mother Nature provides our planet’s life support system; she is our lungs, our water and our food. But she is also threatened by human activity. In this episode we talked with Vance Martin from WILD Foundation about the […]

Providing Free Healthcare to Vulnerable Palestinian Children

#121 Great.com Talks With… Palestine Children’s Relief Fund A child should never be cut off from vital medical care simply because of their nationality, politics or religion. In this episode we talked with Steve Sosebee from the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund about the humanitarian work that saves children caught in the crossfire of the Middle […]

Now is the Best Time for Progressive Climate Policy

#120 Great.com Talks With… ActionAid USA The poorest and most vulnerable people deserve to be heard in the halls of power. In this episode we talked with Kelly Stone from ActionAid USA about addressing climate change to alleviate the effects it can have on fragile livelihoods. Making Politicians Take Notice The close link between climate […]

Interesting NJ Online Gambling Laws

New Jersey is known to have some of the strictest laws governing online casinos in the United States. Learn about some of the most interesting New Jersey online gambling laws and how you can stay on the right side of the law.

Investing in Human Potential as the Most Useful Development Strategy

#119 Great.com Talks With… Boma Project As the primary care providers for families, women’s unique role in development is of the utmost importance. Addressing extreme poverty must be inclusive of women and focus on solutions that foster self-reliance for durable success. In this episode, we spoke with John Stephens from The Boma Project about how […]

How Might Instructional Technology Help Achieve a More Inclusive Education System in a Time of Crisis?

#118 Great.com Talks With… New America The coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated digital and social divides that have long been the reality for  students and teachers across the U.S. With millions of students learning online, and many districts facing calls for more inclusive and responsive content and instructional materials, questions of culturally responsive education and the […]

Why Refugees Need a Louder Voice

#117 Great.com Talks With… Asylum Access Humanitarian work throughout the world helps millions of refugees escape wars, persecution or threats to their safety. The next step is giving them the tools to rebuild their lives. In this episode we talked with Deepa Nambiar from Asylum Access about challenging wider perceptions of refugees and recognizing the […]

Educating Citizens in How to Restore Localism

#116 Great.com Talks With… Free the People Politicians tend to garner a notorious reputation for false promises to solutions that could very well be decided at a local level. Connecting people to resources centered around individual liberty, while prioritizing community-based resolutions that value civil liberties, has the potential to renew trust in bottom-up politics. In […]

How Can We Prevent the Extinction of Our Native Wildlife?

#115 Great.com Talks With… The National Wildlife Federation Humans have an innate affinity for the natural world. But we have also caused a biodiversity crisis that threatens over one million species across the globe. In this episode we talked with David Mizejewski from the National Wildlife Federation about the importance of uniting various interests in […]

Is Weed Legal in the United States?

#114 Great.com Talks With… Marijuana Policy Project Fifteen states in the United States made the decision to legalize the sale and consumption of recreational marijuana over the past eight years and more states are jumping aboard. However federal anti-drug policies render the herb illegal despite economic growth, reduction in crime and greater interest in medicinal […]

How Can You Help Protect Europe’s Only Species of Bear?

#112 Great.com Talks With… Arcturos Many people who visit Greece for its cultural heritage and its famous beaches are unaware that the country is home to a growing population of bears and wolves. In this episode we talked with Panos Stefanou from Arcturos about the work his organization is doing to protect these animals from […]

Broadening the Debate for an Animal-Forward Future

#111 Great.com Talks With… L214 Ethique & Animaux Many mainstream movements towards a world devoid of meat consumption often position themselves against meat eaters and against blind consumption. Some organisations approach this polemic as a fight against corporations, or legislation, or very well the individuals consuming meat themselves. In this episode, we spoke with Isis […]

A New Method Can Stop Young People Turning to Violence

#110 Great.com Talks With… Alive & Free Almost one percent of the American population is behind bars. But there is a solution that could thin prison populations not only in America but throughout the world. In this episode we talked with Dr. Joseph Marshall Jr. from Alive & Free about bringing an end to violence […]

How Has COVID-19 Made Food Banks More Important than Ever?

#109 Great.com Talks With… All Faiths Food Bank One of the greatest logistical challenges we face is delivering surplus food to those who need it most. In this episode we talked with Sandra Frank from All Faiths Food Bank about the importance of reaching hungry families whose lives have been turned upside down by the […]

Creating a Better Way to Deal with Global Hunger

#108 Great.com Talks With… Action Against Hunger Chronic hunger remains one of the largest, ongoing global health emergencies to date. In just the past year, Covid-19, locust swarms, droughts and other crises have contributed to rising rates of hunger. In this episode, we spoke with Eric Bebernitz from Action Against Hunger about the role that […]

Galvanizing Regional Development through Affordable Education

#107 Great.com Talks With… Davis College In post-genocide Rwanda, education plays a crucial role in processes of reconciliation and restoration. The costs and family restructuring necessary to access higher education in urban Kigali present a substantial challenge to young people seeking furthered learning. In this episode, we spoke with Elizabeth Dearborn Hughes from Davis College […]

A Child With Cancer Is Still a Child

#105 Great.com Talks With… Camp Quality USA We all deserve physical and emotional support through periods of ill health. In this episode we talked with Anneliese Kulakofsky from Camp Quality USA about creating fun bonding experiences for children with cancer and their families. The Importance of Exciting New Experiences Why should serious illness preclude good […]

How to Deliver Improvements that Stand the Test of Time

#104 Great.com Talks With… Embrace Relief Have you ever donated money to a charity without truly knowing where it was going or how it would be spent? What if you could choose to be involved in a specific sustainable project, backed up by important research, where almost all your money went to those who needed […]

Your Vote Matters – How New Laws Can Protect the Electorate

#103 Great.com Talks With… Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington The official you elected should act in your best interest. But legal loopholes and mysterious donations from wealthy backers can muddy the ethical waters of the political process. In this episode we talked with Jenna Grande from Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington […]

Save Money and Protect the Environment, All from Your Smartphone

#102 Great.com Talks With… Washington Policy Center The smartphone has revolutionized the way we interact with the world. Such technology has enormous untapped potential to fix many of society’s biggest problems. In this episode we talked with Todd Myers from the Washington Policy Center about the importance of cost-effective technological solutions to the climate crisis. […]

How to Balance Individual Freedoms with the Government’s Role

#101 Great.com Talks With… Mackinac Center for Public Policy Our elected officials can’t possibly become experts on every issue. They rely instead on detailed analysis to help them make sound decisions. In this episode we talked with Michael J. Reitz  from the Mackinac Center for Public Policy about how their organization persuades legislators to champion […]

Is Technology Sounding the Death Knell for Dictatorships?

#100 Great.com Talks With… Human Rights Foundation When we in democracies want positive political change, our laws let us protest, expose injustice and vote for new leaders. But more than four billion people around the world don’t enjoy these same luxuries. In this episode we talked with Alex Gladstein from the Human Rights Foundation (HRF) […]

Why Alzheimer’s Disease Is Not a Normal Part of Aging

#99 Great.com Talks With… Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Nearly everyone has known someone affected by Alzheimer’s Disease and the traumatic effects of forgetting the faces and names of loved ones. Researchers have yet to pinpoint the causes of the disease due to the multitude of reasons as to why individuals lose mental capacity. In this […]

How Can We Best Support the Seriously Ill?

#98 Great.com Talks With… CaringBridge Everyone deserves togetherness and compassion when they experience serious illness or injury. In this episode we talked with Liwanag Ojala from CaringBridge about connecting families and friends through an online support network. Controlling the Narrative around Your Health Journey  It is important that we normalize health issues and encourage people […]

How Listening to Middle Schoolers Fosters Empowerment

#96 Great.com Talks With… After School All Stars Once the school bells ring to conclude the day’s lesson, many children face a different reality at home and may not have a moment to decompress, cultivate a new skill or confront complicated new emotions. With working parents and differing socio-economic contexts, individual attention towards adolescent development […]

The Clever Money Is on Plant – Not Animal – Farming

#95 Great.com Talks With… The Transfarmation Project Farmers show respect and compassion for the animals they raise. Unfortunately, many end up in a debt cycle that forces them to maximise yields at the expense of animal welfare. In this episode we talked with Rashmit Arora from The Transfarmation Project about empowering farmers to make the […]

More than Fifty Percent of Sight Loss Is Preventable

#94 Great.com Talks With… Sightsavers Over two billion people have poor vision. Most of them would notice drastic improvements after essential medical intervention. In this episode we talked with Imran Khan from Sightsavers about stopping preventable sight loss. Simple Cures to Big Problems With untreated poor vision, many children struggle to keep up in school. […]

These New Societies Will Float in the Middle of the Ocean

#93 Great.com Talks With… The Seasteading Institute Could readily available technology solve political stagnation, overpopulation and rising sea levels? In this episode we talked with Joe Quirk from The Seasteading Institute about the many advantages of building autonomous cities on our oceans. Successful Societies: A Virtuous Circle Most of the world’s waters belong to no […]

A Reminder that Food Is Not Garbage

#92 Great.com Talks With… Table to Table Confusion surrounding expiration, sell-by and use by dates is ubiquitous. Unease spurred by fear of moldy bread or curdled milk lead to billions of pounds of edible food thrown in landfills; 100 billion pounds is thrown away every year in the United States alone. In this episode we […]

Face-to-Beak: Better Than Industrial Meat

#91 Great.com Talks With… Animal Place Meat, dairy and egg production is notorious for its inhumane and unethical treatment of animals; however business is booming and changes in industry standards are limited-to-non-existent. Despite knowing that standards are poor, we – consumers – actively choose to blind ourselves from the realities of the industry. But why […]

Subsurface Ocean Rubbish Removal, Unit by Unit

#90 Great.com Talks With… Project AWARE As an unfortunate reality of the implications of ocean pollution, those who spend the most amount of time in and around the sea are those who are faced most acutely with the realities of trash’s misplacement in the sea. Social media campaigns bring essential awareness to the destructive nature […]

How Can We Avoid a Repeat of the Coronavirus Pandemic?

#89 Great.com Talks With… Brighter Green Human development is a tricky balancing act. But decision makers often overlook its effect on animal welfare, sustainability and the environment. In this episode we talked with Mia MacDonald from Brighter Green about influencing public policy by putting forward a compelling case for animal rights. Mother Nature Will Not […]

How to Show That Going Vegan is a Positive Thing

#88 Great.com Talks With… ProVeg International There is an ever increasing range of healthy, delicious and environmentally friendly plant-based food in shops today. One major challenge is spreading this good news both to consumers and large organizations. In this episode we talked with Jimmy Pierson from ProVeg International about promoting sustainable alternatives to meat. Why […]

How Do We Empower Scientists to Enact Eco-friendly Change?

#87 Great.com Talks With… The Institution of Environmental Sciences If scientists are to drive eco-friendly behavior, they need strategies that can persuade politicians and the general public. In this episode we talked with Adam Donnan from the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) about promoting cross-disciplinary best practice for science professionals.  The Issue Is No Longer […]

A Faith-Based Approach Rehabilitating Underage Trafficking Victims

#86 Great.com Talks With… Agape International Missions As the international market for sex workers continues to grow, young women in countries like Cambodia can fall victim to non-consentual sexual labor. This vicious cycle targets young people in impoverished situations and is trapping; more than 80% of human trafficking victims fall back into situations of forced […]

The Truth Taxpayers Don’t Know About Government Debt

: #85 Great.com Talks With… Truth In Accounting Taxpayers around the world deserve accurate and easily-digestible information about their government’s financial performance. Unfortunately, official reporting can be deliberately misleading, deceptive or downright wrong. In this episode we talked with Sheila Weinberg from Truth In Accounting about holding governments to account. Shining a Light into Dark […]

The Uncomfortable Truth About Pig Farming

#84 Great.com Talks With… Toronto Pig Save Many believe we don’t appreciate how meat ends up on our plates. In this episode we talked with Anita Krajnc from Toronto Pig Save about why it’s important to gain a first-hand experience of animal slaughter. Empathy Is the Key to Understanding By holding vigils at slaughterhouses and […]

Why the USA Needs More College-Educated Native Americans

#83 Great.com Talks With… American Indian College Fund Native American culture is rich, diverse and offers a vital contribution to US society. In this episode we talked with Dina Horwedel and Cheryl Crazy Bull from the American Indian College Fund about supporting young Native Americans through higher education. Removing Barriers to Learning For American Indians […]

We Should Act Now To Protect The American Arctic

#82 Great.com Talks With… Alaska Wilderness League The Alaskan wilderness is one of the world’s final frontiers. But its pristine nature is threatened by heavy industry. In this episode we talked with Adam Kolton from Alaska Wilderness League about the importance of preserving this natural landscape for Indigenous people and our climate. Ancient Forests, Tundra […]

How Can We Fight Breast Cancer Most Effectively?

#81 Great.com Talks With… Breast Cancer Alliance One in eight women and approximately one in eight hundred men is affected by breast cancer. In this episode we talked with Yonni Wattenmaker from Breast Cancer Alliance about breast cancer misconceptions and strategies for reducing its prevalence. Getting Screened Is Half the Battle Contrary to popular belief, […]

Is Cheap Renewable Energy the Answer to Climate Change?

Special Episode: Founders Pledge Interview #2 Fighting climate change requires collective global action. In this episode we talked with John Halstead from Founders Pledge about scalable zero-carbon solutions to the climate crisis. Rich Countries Must Create Financial Incentives We need to slash carbon emissions to stop global warming. If our planet warms by as little […]

Free Trade and the Consumer’s World

#80 Great.com Talks With… The Consumer Choice Center During Berlin’s anti-Uber demonstrations, a small collective of activists put together a mini-protest to support Uber’s ingenuity and show solidarity for its innovative vision. Slowly, a few more individuals joined their counter-protest, establishing their belief that consumers aren’t being taken into account. In this episode we spoke […]

Time’s Up for Single-Use Items

#78 Great.com Talks With… Regenesis Living sustainably does not have to leave us out of pocket. In this episode we talked with Erin Cochrane and Tristan Laing from Regenesis about creating scalable grassroots programs that change the way we think about sustainability. How Free Stores Benefit Consumers and the Environment ‘Sustainable’ has become a marketing […]

AIDS Is No Longer the Killer It Used to Be

#77 Great.com Talks With… Aid for AIDS HIV is one 100% preventable if we get accurate information and effective medication to those who need it most. In this episode we talked with Jesus Aguais from Aid for AIDS about controlling the AIDS epidemic in developing countries. You Can Live a Normal Life with AIDS Many […]

Rich New Cities: How Can We Build Africa’s First Singapore?

#75 Great.com Talks With… Charter Cities Institute Some of the world’s most prosperous city states – Singapore, Dubai and Hong Kong – are also among the youngest. In this episode we talked with Dr. Mark Lutter from Charter Cities Institute about tackling poverty in the Global South by building brand new urban spaces. What Are […]

Why We Should All Care About River Conservation

#73 Great.com Talks With… American Whitewater Conserving rivers protects the environmental lifelines that we depend upon for irrigation, recreation and a healthy ecosystem. These natural resources have been dammed and polluted, which impacts our ability to enjoy rivers for their characteristic beauty. In this episode, we spoke with Thomas O’Keefe from American Whitewater about their […]

How Can Carbon Be Captured Before It Reaches Our Atmosphere?

#72 Great.com Talks With… Zero Carbon Dioxide emitted from the burning of fossil fuels is one of the largest drivers of climate change. Norway, is seeking to change the way we think about CO2 from industry and other large emitters. In this episode we spoke with Camilla Svendsen Skriung from Zero, Zero Emission Resource Organization, […]

Don’t Ignore the Subtle Signs of Domestic Abuse

#71 Great.com Talks With… Jersey Battered Women’s Service One hallmark of a healthy relationship is the ability to discuss difficult issues without risking your physical or emotional security. In this episode we talked with Diane Williams from Jersey Battered Women’s Service about tackling domestic abuse in all its forms. How does JBWS help victims? Domestic […]

Biochar: Smoke Free Burning of Crop Waste

#70 Great.com Talks With… Warm Heart Worldwide In the developing world, agriculture often produces two – even four – times as much field waste as food. Since poor farmers grow about 10 billion tonnes of food every year that means a lot of waste! In this episode, we spoke with Dana Brown and Michael Shafer […]

Understanding What It Means to Be Old

Understanding What It Means to Be Old Many of society’s senior citizens need a voice that promotes their autonomy, dignity and well-being. In this episode we talked with Diane Menio from CARIE about advocating for the elderly and helping them with many of the issues they face. How Does CARIE Empower the Elderly? For those […]

How Donating Unused Diapers Can Reduce Generational Stress

How Donating Unused Diapers Can Reduce Generational Stress The cost of diapers for newborn babies can total $1,000 per year, and government programs assisting with the costs associated with starting a family simply do not exist. If a family cannot afford enough diapers for their child, this creates a stressful situation – stress that can […]

Why Sustaining Landscapes is Important: The Ripple Effect

Why Sustaining Landscapes is Important: The Ripple Effect To solve humanity’s most pressing issues, like climate change and inequality, we must remember that our planet is one intricately connected ecosystem. In this episode, we talked with John Colmey from Global Landscapes Forum about international collaboration and harnessing collective knowledge to deal with shared problems. What […]

How Do You Make More People Care About Climate Change?

How Do You Make More People Care About Climate Change? Looking after the environment is a question of getting the right message to the right people. In this episode, we talked with Ben Strauss, CEO and Chief Scientist at Climate Central, about the importance of strategic communication in the fight against climate change. Climate Central […]

Choose your own salary?!

Transcript [00:00:00] Welcome to Becoming Great podcast. [00:00:03] Today we’ve got to talk about salaries. We’re got to talk about Eric’s experience setting salaries in his previous companies. What kind of downsides and upsides of setting salaries in a traditional way. And most interestingly, we’re going to be talking about Eric’s unicorn and rainbow salary […]

How do you teach students sustainability?

How do you teach students sustainability? How do you sail from Europe to America without using modern technology? You use a compass. A compass is a tool that helps you navigate. What if that tool was not an object but instead an integrated awareness inside of you? That is how we see the Earth Charter, […]

Is suffering in the wild something natural, or should we prevent it?

Is suffering in the wild something natural, or should we prevent it?  “Humans tend to think of themselves as the most important beings in the universe.”  When hearing the words “wild-life suffering”, many people think of things like hunting and climate change. Not considering other sources of suffering like hunger, thirst or parasites. Is suffering […]

Can We Reach 3,5 Billion Climate Actions Before 22nd April?

Can we reach 3,5 billion Climate Actions before 22nd April? What happens every year on April 22nd? A billion people around the globe take part in Earth Day. Earth Day Network is the world’s biggest environmental movement and this year Earth Day celebrates its 50th anniversary.  What happens when an organization with millions of people […]

BORING TASKS, how to deal with them?

Summary Today’s episode is an update episode, where me, Emil Ekvardt and my good friend Erik Bergman, explore the very real challenges and problems that come up when building Great.com. A company that gives away 100% of its profit to protect the environment. This is an opportunity for you to get a behind the scenes […]

Job opening & launching a NEW becoming-great – Update

Summary We have just launched one of our biggest projects ever. A new podcast! We are interviewing charity organisations with the purpose of building more trust and understanding between the causes and people that want to donate. Our ambition is to launch 7 episodes every week and now we are hiring to make this dream […]

A future free from animal suffering, is it possible?

A future free from animal suffering, is it possible?  “Using media to share messages is often even better than one to one conversations. Because when people see something in the media, they know that they are not the only ones who get influenced. People don’t want to be weird. “ To reduce animal suffering, should […]

Why Are Forests So Vital in Slowing Down Climate Change?

Why Are Forests So Vital in Slowing Down Climate Change? If you watch a football game, some players will play offense and some will play defense.  The same strategy applies to climate change. “Carbon Offense” represents actions that primarily focus on capturing carbon from the air. One of our most important Carbon Offense strategies is […]

Should animals have the same rights as human beings?

Should animals have the same rights as human beings?  Why don’t animals have the same rights as human beings? It’s allowed to put an animal in a cage, but not a human being. Why are animals seen as “things”, without any legal rights? Science clearly shows that many of them have behaviors just like us. […]

Influencing as an animal advocate – what does science say?

Influencing as an animal advocate – what does science say?  “We haven’t had the data to answer these questions, so animal advocates have kind of been flying blind.” If you want people around you to eat less meat, what do you tell them?  Historically, animal advocates have had to rely on instinct. Now, there is […]

Stopping carbon emissions through new technology

Stopping carbon emissions through new technology In the last 30 years, humans have released as much carbon into the atmosphere as we have since the industrial revolution started. We are taking the planet into unknown territory.  Clean Air Task Force was named as one of the most effective organizations to combat climate change by the […]

What gives life its true meaning?

What gives life its true meaning? In the human body, we have internal organs that ensure our soul can stay alive. What happens if our lungs stop working? What happens if our kidneys fail? What happens if our heart stops beating? In today’s episode of Great.com Talks With…, our guest is Max Wilbert from the […]

What happens to animals when a disaster strikes?

What happens to animals when a disaster strikes?  The importance of helping animals that get abandoned in disastrous situations is often overlooked. Since 2016, American Red Lion have been tirelessly working to provide relief to animals affected by these situations. Today, our very own Emil Ekvardt from Great.com speaks with Janelle Babingtong and Keith Cooper […]

Are You an “Agent of Change”?

Are You an “Agent of Change”? How would it feel to be locked into a glascage for 1 week in the middle of an open square where everybody could look right at you as they passed along? Every year in December, the Swedish Radio Aid hosts a Music Aid collection where 3 famous people get […]

How do we stop species from going extinct?

How do we stop species from going extinct? Last Monday, 200 species went extinct. Last Tuesday, 200 species went extinct. Tomorrow, another 200 species will become extinct. According to the UN, 200 Species go extinct every day. How do we stop this?  That’s the question that WildlifeDirect asks themselves every day. In today’s episode of […]

How do you change the eating habits of a population?

How do you change the eating habits of a population?  Most of us are aware that a plant-based diet is a better option than a diet based on animal products, both for our health and for the environment. The challenge is to change habits. Today, Felix Hnat from Vegan.at speaks with Emil Ekvardt from Great.com […]

The New Currency to Help People Out of Poverty

The New Currency to help people out of Poverty Would you ask for business advice from a naked person? Would you walk into a corporate office in your underwear? When you don’t have clothes, people don’t ask you for your expertise, because in many areas of the world, “clothing is the first visible sign of […]

The Fight for a Fairer Criminal Justice System

The Fight for a Fairer Criminal Justice System “African-Americans and Latinos in this the US are targeted more harshly by law enforcement.” Equal voting rights and a police force that protects us all equally is something many of us take for granted. This is not a reality for many Latinos living in the US.  Today, […]

The World’s Largest Environmental Education Organisation

If you want to change the world – you don’t have to go further than to yourself “If you want to change the world, start with yourself.” That’s the message our environmental guest Daniel Schaffer emphasizes as a key philosophy to create a better world. Daniel is working at the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) […]

Is Depression Africa’s Most Debilitating Illness?

Is depression Africa’s most debilitating illness?  “In many African families, it’s really the woman who is the backbone of that household. When she is strong, the family thrives. When she is weak or suffering, the entire family suffers.” -Sean Mayberry, Strong Minds When we think of problems the extremely poor in Africa are facing, our […]

Can Unconditional Cash Transfers End Extreme Poverty?

Can unconditional cash transfers end extreme poverty? “ A solution to the problem that people not having enough money, is to give them some. “ Joe Huston, Give Directly.  Imagine a world where nobody has to live under the extreme poverty line. Where people would have their basic needs met, not having to spend all […]

Circumcision: The Surprising Key to Preventing HIV/AIDS.

Circumcision: the Surprising Key to preventing HIV/AIDS. In South Africa, the rate of HIV is one of the highest in the world and remains a big concern to this day. Infections occur on a daily basis, and the cause needs more support and awareness from overseas. One promising way to curb the infections is voluntary […]

Equal Rights to Education

Equal Rights to Education In Ghana, there is mandatory IT education in schools, but access to computers is scarce.  How do you teach a child IT education without using a computer?  In today’s episode, our guest Torsten Kjellgren from IT For Children tells Great.com how he visitedisited a school in Ghana, where a teacher was […]

How Do You Multiply Entrepreneurship?

How do you multiply Entrepreneurship?  YoungDrive is an organization helping younger people gain the confidence and skills needed to start their own business.  But does the world really need more companies producing things?  Today we speak with the strategic team at YoungDrive, Dan Lainio. He says that creating more companies could have a negative impact […]

The Purpose Of This Podcast

The Purpose Of This Podcast Great.com is a philanthropic project which donates 100% of its profits to fund the most effective cause areas in the world.  So far the founder of Great.com Erik Bergman has donated several hundreds of thousands of dollars to organizations like Clean Air Task Force, Founders Pledge and Coalition for Rainforest […]