Oct 24, 20258 minS3
<p>This episode discusses the importance of breaking up silos within municipalities to achieve sustainability and climate neutrality. Sara Gustafsson, professor at Linköping University, shares her insights on the...
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Talking Transformations
Hosted by IIIEE | Lund University · education · EN
About this Podcast:
Research shows conversations matter - both for learning and inspiring action. In this new podcast collection, we are 'Talking Transformations' with thought leaders from government, industry, and academia. Our mission is to discuss current trends in science, technology, governance, and behaviours to transform our society and economy towards sustainability. 'Talking Transformations' is produced by the International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) at Lund University. We release a mini-series several times a year, consisting of a bundle of episodes around a common theme. Our inaugural mini-series focuses on cities, climate, and change. Also, check out our regular long-form podcast 'Advancing Sustainable Solutions'.
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What is Talking Transformations about?
Research shows conversations matter - both for learning and inspiring action. In this new podcast collection, we are 'Talking Transformations' with thought leaders from government, industry, and academia. Our mission is to discuss current trends in science, technology, governance, and behaviours to transform our society and economy towards sustainability.
Who hosts Talking Transformations?
Talking Transformations is hosted by IIIEE | Lund University. The show has published 16 episodes to date.
What has Talking Transformations covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Critical Collaboration and Local Integration of Sustainability Goals: insights from the Breaking Up Silos project - Talking transformations with Sara Gustafsson (Linköping University)" (24 October 2025, 8 minutes), "The Mission Approach as a Catalyst for Silo Breaking: insights from the Breaking Up Silos project - Talking transformations with Lars Johansson (Viable Cities)" (24 October 2025, 16 minutes), and "Collaboration and Sustainability as a "Sauce": insights from the Breaking Up Silos project - Talking transformations with Christiaan Norde (City of Amsterdam)" (24 October 2025, 13 minutes).
How often does Talking Transformations publish?
Talking Transformations publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 11 minutes across 16 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Talking Transformations?
Booking probability for Talking Transformations is 19%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Talking Transformations requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Talking Transformations's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Talking Transformations?
The strongest fits for Talking Transformations are Scientific Research & Development and Universities & Colleges. Talking Transformations has an education audience.
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IIIEE | Lund University hosts Talking Transformations, an education podcast with 16 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 24, 202516 minS3
<p>In this episode, Lars Johansson from Viable Cities discusses the strategic innovation program aimed at achieving climate neutrality in 48 Swedish cities by 2030. The conversation focuses on the importance of breaking...
- Oct 24, 202513 minS3
<p>In this episode, Christiaan Norde from the city of Amsterdam discusses the Breaking Up Silos project, focusing on the importance of sustainability and climate action across various departments. He highlights the...
- Oct 24, 202510 minS3
<p>This episode shares insights on the challenges and advantages of working across departments and the impact of a climate investment plan on fostering inter-departmental cooperation. Björn Hugosson, Chief Climate...
- Oct 24, 20258 minS3
<p>This episode discusses the concept of silos in climate governance and the role of the EU Cities Mission in bridging these silos. Naghmeh Nasiritousi, senior research fellow at the Swedish Institute of International...
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- Dec 18, 202414 minS2
<p>The conversation revolves around the Transform project, a research initiative focused on sustainability entrepreneurship. Professor Jose Di Bello, discusses the project's approach, key lessons, and challenges. Jose...
- Dec 18, 202411 minS2
<p>Barry Ness, Director of Lund University's Center for Sustainability Studies, discusses his involvement in the Transform project and his work with sustainability experimentation. Barry shares his experiences with a...
- Dec 18, 202420 minS2
<p>The conversation revolves around the Transform project, a transdisciplinary solution-oriented sustainability project. Professor Arnim Wiek, shares his experiences and insights from working on the project and...
- Nov 29, 202412 minS2
<p>Sarah Burch, a professor at the University of Waterloo in Canada, shares her insights on sustainability entrepreneurship in small firms, specifically highlighting the case of 100 Kilometer Foods. This organization is...
- Nov 29, 202419 minS2
<p>In this podcast mini-series, we talk with members of the TRANSFORM project, which is a vibrant global partnership helping to accelerate sustainability entrepreneurship in local spaces and cities. The TRANSFORM...
- Oct 5, 20227 minS1
<p>Medals at the Olympics, the Oscars in Hollywood, Nobel Prizes for scientists – but what about an award for cities working with sustainability? In this episode, we discuss the ‘Prize for Cities’ recognising...
- Sep 21, 20229 minS1
The mission to the moon – an extraordinary achievement by humanity. But can we take that mission approach and apply it to cities? In this episode, we discuss the mission for 100 climate neutral cities in Europe by 2030...
Episode #4
Resilience and Cities: Spotlight on USA - Talking Transformations with Angie Fyfe (ICLEI USA)
Sep 21, 202211 minS1The ‘Race to Zero’ emissions is here, where cities around the world have recognised the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase resilience to the impacts of climate change. In this episode, we focus on...
- Sep 21, 202211 minS1
We don’t just need action, we need informed action. That’s the ambition behind the global research and action agenda for cities. In this episode, we discuss collaborative urban research and what co-creating means in...
Episode #5
Nature and Cities: Spotlight on Africa - Talking Transformations with Ingrid Coetzee (ICLEI Africa)
Sep 21, 202210 minS1It’s time for Africa. A continent that is home to 1.2 billion people. But how are cities and communities responding to a changing climate and building resilience? In this episode, we discuss how cities in Africa are...
- Sep 21, 20228 minS1
The Taj Mahal, Bollywood, and a cricket powerhouse. India means many things to many people. It is also a country of some 1.3 billion people where mitigation and adaptation to climate change is rising up the agenda. In...
Sep 21, 20227 minS0Medals at the Olympics, the Oscars in Hollywood, Nobel Prizes for scientists – but what about an award for cities working with sustainability? In this episode, we discuss the ‘Prize for Cities’ recognising...
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Matthew Baldwin
Deputy Director-General, European Coordinator for Road Safety and Sustainable Mobility, NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia
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Sara Gustafsson
Linköping University
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Lars Johansson
Viable Cities
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Christiaan Norde
City of Amsterdam
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