March 31, 2022 The Hopecast S2 E15: Margaret Atwood by the Hopecast Team This episode of the Hopecast features a conversation between two “one and only” icons: Dr. Jane Goodall and celebrated author, inventor, and environmentalist Margaret Atwood brought together through an interview for Harper’s Bazaar’s March issue and for Women’s History Month. Margaret has written over 50 books of various genres including The Handmaid’s Tale, a renowned dystopian novel that has been adapted into a film and award-winning TV series. She is also a dedicated climate activist and uses her platform to raise environmental awareness, which is where Jane and Margaret find tremendous joint purpose. In this episode, Margaret shares her personal stories about her upbringing, how our childhoods shape us, and the importance of legacy – building one’s own legacy, building upon the legacy of others, and the legacy we create in community. Listen in as Margaret and Jane walk the tightrope between utopian hope and dystopian doom, the challenges facing women worldwide, and the interrelated, urgent need to balance environmental and social action. At the End of the Rainbow: Stay to the end of the episode to hear an archival clip of Dr. Goodall reminding each and every one of us of our individual power to make a difference for the betterment of the planet. The Hopecast is available wherever you get your podcasts. Explore Related Content Dr. Jane, Hike for Hope Jane gave us her reasons for hope; here are our reasons for hiking March 31, 2022 Read more Dr. Jane, News and Updates Jane Goodall Day: How you can celebrate by taking action March 31, 2022 Read more Dr. Jane “The Old Wisdom:” Read one of Dr. Jane’s famous poems March 31, 2022 Read more
