Welcome to 68 Culture!  Join us on a journey of transformation in making our world a more just, more kind, more humble place… starting with ourselves. We are about Global stories from people sharing their groundbreaking adventures in justice, kindness, and humility.  

In Episode 1, Rob McKinley walks us through what 68 Culture is and what to expect in future episodes.  Our podcasts (with the exception of this episode) are of an interview format.  

68 Culture isn’t something we do. It’s a way of being… a movement, a conduit where people can inspire – and be inspired. An oasis where we can discover being the recipients – and conduits of change rather than agents projecting change on others. 

Our Podcasts interview those with compelling stories of 68 Culture life. The vision of a 68 culture begins with the individual. The ethics of justice, kindness, and humility are at the core of a virtuous person and an equitable society. Most people can identify with the value of these three pillars. The 68 Culture is based on the triumvirate of justice, kindness, and humility. Equal in value and interdependent. 

The essence of 68 Culture is not an organization but rather a movement. Our vision isn’t ‘our vision’. It’s one of humanity where everyone is a participant and no one is a spectator. It takes little effort to act in just ways, to be kind, and to walk in humility. And yet, it seems to be one of the greatest challenges humanity faces. It really is as simple as beginning now. In our day to day interactions, in our thought life, in our focus. Contrary to what society propagates, it isn’t all about me. It never was. 

68 CULTURE subscribes to setting our own houses in perfect order before criticizing the world. Organic, positive, macro change comes to the world as we transform wholly from the inside out. Self examination isn’t easy when we’re honest with ourselves. When a wrong is committed against us, we want justice. When we commit wrongs, we want mercy... Yet, only through humility can our subjective inclinations for true justice and mercy thrive. Come join us on our journey of transformation in making our world a more just, more kind, more humble place… starting with ourselves.

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David Katz is President and founder of The Plastic Bank, an innovative and rapidly growing organization that's been making enormous global inroads in poverty alleviation and environmental stewardship.   Join us as he shares his journey from his earliest beginnings to affecting positive global transformation in partnering with some of the most influential decision makers on the planet... not only hear his story but join us in becoming transformed through it.

https://plasticbank.com/team/david-katz/

Episode 2 - The Plastic Bank Part 1

David  Katz is President and founder of The Plastic Bank, an innovative and  rapidly growing organization that's been making enormous global inroads  in poverty alleviation and environmental stewardship. Join us for Part 2 as David discusses his experience on reality TV, meeting with Pope Francis and the praxis behind the movement of The Plastic Bank.  

https://plasticbank.com/team/david-katz/

Episode 3 - The Plastic Bank Part 2

Brian McConaghy is the founding Director of Ratanak International.  A former forensic scientist with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, his is a compelling story of triumph against all odds.  

From his early life in violence ravaged Northern Ireland, to being instrumental in solving Canada's most notorious serial killer case of Robert 'Willy' Pickton, Brian is as tenacious as he is compassionate - overcoming numerous obstacles.  Notably, his work also brought one of the most documented cases of a Canadian pedophile to justice when the system was failing.  

Brian continues to advocate for the most exploited, marginalized, and trafficked people in the country of Cambodia.  Join us for Part 1 of this remarkable  individual whose life has affected untold thousands for the better.  His stories will leave you both shocked and amazed... 

Even better, inspired.

Episode 4 - Brian McConaghy, Ratanak International - Part 1

Brian McConaghy is the founding Director of Ratanak International.  A former forensic  scientist with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, his is a compelling  story of triumph against all odds.

From his early life in violence ravaged Northern Ireland, to being  instrumental in solving Canada's most notorious serial killer case of  Robert 'Willy' Pickton, Brian is as tenacious as he is compassionate -  overcoming numerous obstacles.  Notably, his work also brought one of  the most documented cases of a Canadian pedophile to justice when the  system was failing.

Brian continues to advocate for the most exploited, marginalized, and  trafficked people in the country of Cambodia.  

Join us for Part 2 as Brian illumines the dark world of human trafficking in Cambodia and SE Asia.  You will witness the transformative work Ratanak is doing to combat it.  Prepare to be changed as you not only hear stories of gross injustice but of incredible redemption and hope... in Episode 5 of 68 Culture.

Episode 5 - Brian McConaghy, Ratanak International - Part 2

Ali Matthews is a Canadian, multi-award winning recording artist.  She has been a  performing songwriter since her teens and has built a strong  following across Canada and beyond. She has released 9 critically acclaimed CD’s since 2000.

Ali has yielded an impressive  collection of international awards. She holds the GMA (Gospel Music Association Canada) record as the artist with the most awards - 23 GMA Covenant awards and 49 nominations in 10 years.   She was a winner in the 2006 International Songwriting Competition, The Canadian  National Songwriting Competition, The Word Guild Canadian Writers  Awards and she was named Woman of the Year in the City of Stratford  for her outstanding contribution to the Arts.  Through her many talents, she has spent her career tirelessly advocating for the world's most impoverished people.