What do you get when you cross a bestselling novelist with a masters in regenerative economics and a healthy dose of shamanic practice? This fascinating conversation with the brilliant Manda Scott, creator of Accidental Gods and the Thrutopia Masterclass.

THE IMPACT. Manda Scott:

- Has been, variously, a veterinary surgeon, veterinary anaesthetist, acupuncturist (people and animals), crime writer, columnist, blogger, economist, and author

- Teaches shamanic dreaming, creative writing and concept-based dog training

- Is the bestselling author of many books, including the Boudica series, and most recently of the upcoming thrutopia novel Any Human Power, to be released in 2024

- Created Accidental Gods, a podcast and membership program for people and ideas at the edge of regenerative change

- Teaches the Thrutopia Masterclass for writers to create inspiring stories that shape our futures

- Holds a Masters in Regenerative Economics from Schumacher College

THE JOURNEY. In our conversation, we explore:

- A different childhood. How a unique upbringing on a rehabilitation center for birds of prey in rural Scotland meant that “being normal was never an option”

- A spiritual journey. As a young child, getting curious about pre-Roman shamanic cultures of her land

- Listening. Asking “what do you want of me?” and following the answer, creating Accidental Gods

- Writing Thrutopia. Writing a future beyond capitalism and extraction, challenging the publishing world

- What are we here for? Not to pay bills and die. What something new and different could look like