The Impact Stories
As we look ahead to Katapult Future Fest 2025, scheduled for May 21-23, we find ourselves reflecting on the deep connections and pivotal moments from KFF24. The videos, photos, and podcasts captured last year aren’t just archives – they’re reminders of the real conversations and shared ideas that continue to shape our collective path forward.
We’re genuinely excited to introduce a new interview series that brings to light the voices of the investors, changemakers, founders, and thought leaders who were at the heart of KFF24. These individuals, each with their unique perspectives and relentless drive for change, played a crucial role in advancing the mission.
The content, produced by New Nordic Way, offers a rich collection of content, including on-site studio recordings, thoughtful reports, and in-depth podcast interviews with remarkable individuals from KFF24. The discussions span vital topics like activism, systemic impact, mental health investment, ethical AI, innovative approaches to land and sea stewardship, and the role of art in storytelling for social good. These conversations reflect the real-world expertise and personal reflections of global pioneers, offering honest insights into what the future holds.
These interviews are a reminder of the community we’ve built together and the shared sense of purpose that drives us. Listening back, we’re reminded of the hope and determination that fuel our ongoing work. We remain committed to this journey, knowing that the road ahead is filled with opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 34
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2024
Laura Francois: Transforming the world through wonder and awe
What if the key to meaningful change lies in awe rather than fear? Join us for a compelling conversation with socio-environmental impact strategist Laura Francois, who challenges conventional change-…
Philippe Birker: What if we made farming sexy again?
In this episode, we sit down with Philippe Birker, co-founder of Climate Farmers, a world record holder in simultaneous fire breathing, and a member of Ashoka Changemakers and the BMW Foundation’s Re…
Mara Lehmann: What if we included nature in decision-making?
In this episode of the Impact Series, Ronny Eriksson interviews Mara Lehmann, a self-proclaimed data nerd and pragmatic activist who is on a mission to bring non-human voices into the conversation.
A…
Dr. Craig Wing: What if we valued questions more than answers?
In this episode of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson interviews Dr. Craig Wing, a futurist, entrepreneur, and investor whose expertise spans over 50 countries and influential organizations like Google X…
Anne Beate Hovind: What if urban spaces were designed to evolve with us?
In Episode 9 of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson interviews Anne Beate Hovind, curator of Oslo’s renowned Future Library. With a vision stretching over a century, Anne Beate shares insights into the po…
Ruchir Punjabi: What if profit took a backseat to purpose?
In Episode 8 of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson from New Nordic Way interviews Ruchir Punjabi, founder of Distributed Energy, to explore how technology and business can catalyze transformative change.…
Ida Faldbakken: What if impact gatherings were catalysts for systemic change?
In this episode, Ida Faldbakken, CEO of Katapult X and Co-Founder of Katapult Future Fest, joins Ronny Eriksson from New Nordic Way to explore the power of community-driven gatherings in fostering sy…
Thomas Bjelkeman: What if we really took a systems approach to everything we do?
In this episode of Impact Stories, host Ronny Eriksson sits down with Thomas Bjelkeman, a visionary technologist and entrepreneur dedicated to leveraging software and data to tackle global challenges…
Theresa Perez: What if more artists and multidisciplinary minds were leaders?
In this episode of Impact Stories, Ronny Eriksson engages in a thoughtful conversation with Theresa Perez, the managing director of Atmos – a platform and biannual magazine leading the way in climate…
Alexandre Prate: What if governments became decentralized?
Ronny Eriksson sits down with Alexandre Prate, Co-Founder, Venture Builder & DAO Operations at Hypha Energy, and a pioneer in decentralized governance and well-being intelligence. They delve into how…
Jacqueline van den Ende: What if everyone invested in climate tech as an investment in their future?
In this episode, we sit down with Jacqueline van den Ende, co-founder of Carbon Equity and a leader in democratizing climate investment. With experience on both sides of the investment table, Jacquel…
Henry De Sio: What if every leader would see themself as a changemaker?
In the first episode of the Impact Series by Katapult X, we sit down with Henry De Sio, a leader who has spent his career transforming bold ideas into real-world change. From shaping the Obama campai…
Introducing The Impact Stories
Since 2017, Katapult Future Fest has brought together bold thinkers, change-makers, and impact investors to turn visionary ideas into action. Now, in collaboration with New Nordic Way, we proudly pre…
SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.6: Systemic Solutions for Net Zero
Are we on track to meet the scale of system change needed to get anywhere close to a 1.5-degree world?
We produce 50 billion tons of Co2 each year, or 6-7 tons per capita per year - that's 100x more …
SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.5: Systems Thinking
Gifted author, social critic and women’s advocate, Minna Salami shares her theory and solution for what needs to take place for successful systems change. Prepare to learn about Systems Change from t…
SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.4: Future Opportunities for Women
Prepare to be inspired and ignited into action after listening to the stories and wisdom that our hosts Kate Byrne and Lynn Casey gleaned from this powerhouse female panel - Julia Zhou (Tidal Impact)…
SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.3: The Edge of History: Effective Altruism meets Impact Investing
How do we do the most good possible? What’s the difference between effective altruism and impact investing? How do the two differ in assumptions, solutions, rigor and approach? These are the question…
SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.2: The Future of Food: Alternative Proteins
What are the impact opportunities and investment opportunities associated with alternative proteins and food tech?
The industrial animal agriculture industry contributes almost 20% of the world's car…
SPECIAL: Katapult Future Fest Conversations Ep.1: Good Mental Health
What would a mentally healthy world look like? What if all of us understood mental health and had access to mental health care in the way that many of us do for physical health care?
1 in 4 of us are…
Rebels With a Purpose S1E16 Beena Ammanath
Trustworthy AI - Yes It is Possible!
Beena Ammanath, Award-winning Author," Trustworthy AI," Executive Director of the Global Deloitte AI Institute and Founder of Humans For AI, shares with us a very …