
27/01/2025
Empowering Change Through Creativity: A Conversation with Ruben Hazelzet
What if we could see treasure in what we often overlook? That’s the vision of Ruben Hazelzet, founder of SoapboxSA and one of UNICEF’s Innovation30 Young Climate Innovators. In this week’s episode of the Hantu Podcast, Ruben shares his incredible journey from Amsterdam’s creative scene to South Africa’s mountains, where reconnecting with nature inspired him to drive real change.
Through projects like , , and , Ruben is empowering individuals and communities to take ownership of their choices. From turning kids into “plastic pirates” to inspiring young professionals to align their careers with purpose, Ruben’s work blends creativity, community, and playful action to spark meaningful impact.
In this episode, we explore:
🌱 How reconnecting with nature transformed Ruben’s perspective and work.
🏴☠️ The story behind Captain Fanplastic and the movement.
🌀 Inspiring moral ambition through the SDG Challenge.
🥗 Simple ways to make conscious food and consumer choices with The Climate Diet.
🎶 The importance of creativity, playfulness, and joy in creating ripples of change.
If you’ve ever wondered how to align your life and career with purpose, or how to make a meaningful impact in your community, this episode will leave you inspired to take that first step.
Head to the link in our bio and discover how small, intentional actions can create a more conscious, connected world.
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