Why on earth-logo

Why on earth

Business & Economics Podcasts

In the midst of great change, we pause to question, “Why on Earth?” Why we believe the human kind will always be wired for togetherness? Why is the view on sustainability not serious enough? Why are we betting on more connection between humans & nature? In this podcast series we explore big ideas around purpose and dissect a world of change through the lens of optimism. We’ll address your questions about design and how decisions made today will impact our tomorrow. Grab a beer. Share some cheer. Join us. Questions? Contact us at podcast@extremis.com

Location:

Belgium

Description:

In the midst of great change, we pause to question, “Why on Earth?” Why we believe the human kind will always be wired for togetherness? Why is the view on sustainability not serious enough? Why are we betting on more connection between humans & nature? In this podcast series we explore big ideas around purpose and dissect a world of change through the lens of optimism. We’ll address your questions about design and how decisions made today will impact our tomorrow. Grab a beer. Share some cheer. Join us. Questions? Contact us at podcast@extremis.com

Language:

English

Contact:

+32 57 346020


Episodes
Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

#2 | Why you need more nature in your life

2/10/2021
Why you need nature in your daily life If we understand our connection with nature, why have we built ourselves away from it? In the second episode of ‘Why on earth’, we uncover how our connection to the nature is rooted in our evolution, and why you may need more of it, for your benefit and the planet. “We design zoos for animals better than we design buildings for people,” a quote by pioneer in the field of biophilic Judith Heerwagen. A view on architecture and design that stops many...

Duration:00:34:14

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

#1 | Why on earth do we keep designing new stuff

12/17/2020
When Can we Be Together Again? As we wind down this turbulent year, we pause in the midst of change and uncertainty to question our ‘why.’ Dirk Wynants shares how he’s sticking to his purpose when a changing society stands to question it. This is a story of why unity and good design are timeless. The Year We Questioned Everything After a year apart, we question our purpose. When will we come together again? What does the future of a brand making so-called “tools for togetherness” look...

Duration:00:30:31