About Real Humankind

Real Humankind began with a simple truth: stories change everything.

From the songs we sing to the books we write, from the conversations we share to the dreams we dare to live out loud — stories connect us, heal us, and remind us who we are.

Founded by Rebecca Holder, Real Humankind was born out of both brilliance and brokenness: a journey through love, loss, resilience, and rediscovery. What could have been an ending became a new beginning — a space to transform pain into power, and vision into reality.

Today, Real Humankind is more than a brand. It’s a creative movement:

A podcast where truth is spoken boldly and laughter is never far away.

A music reality show (The People’s Songbook) where every voice matters and the world writes the soundtrack together.

A collection of books and stories that help us remember what it means to be fully alive.

And a community dedicated to rewriting old narratives into ones of freedom, joy, and possibility.

We believe that real power lies in being real people — vulnerable, resilient, imaginative, human.

This is our story. And if you’re here, it’s yours too.

Rebecca Holder is a media innovator, storyteller, and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience spanning the BBC, Accenture, and global consulting. 

She is the founder of Real Humankind, a creative movement that blends storytelling, technology, and spirituality to inspire transformation and connection.

Rebecca has written multiple books, created original shows (The People’s Songbook), and launched podcasts and digital platforms — all with a single goal: to keep the humanity in technology. Her work bridges creativity and innovation, helping people rewrite their narratives and shape a better future.

“Real Humankind was born out of both brilliance and brokenness — my own journey of resilience, rediscovery, and creativity. It’s proof that even in the darkest moments, we can find the light. If you’re here, you’re already part of this story. Welcome.”

Led by our founder, Rebecca Holder, our team of journalists, writers, producers, and editors is united by a shared vision: to keep the humanity in technology and to tell stories that matter.

We come from diverse backgrounds in media, film, publishing, and digital innovation — but we share the same drive: to inform, entertain, and inspire. Whether we are producing a podcast, developing a music reality show, or publishing a new book, our goal is the same: to create work that sparks imagination, deepens understanding, and brings people together.

We are passionate about what we do, and we strive to be the best in the business — not only in accuracy and quality, but in heart. Because great media isn’t just about information. It’s about connection. It’s about leaving people changed for the better.

At Real Humankind, our work is more than content — it’s a movement. And if you think you can join us on our mission, reach out — we are always looking for new talent!

At Real Humankind, we aim to inform, entertain, and inspire through compelling stories, insightful analysis, and thought-provoking commentary. We believe in the power of media to shape our world — and to make it a better place.

But we also believe the future of media must honour what makes us human. That’s why our mission is to keep the humanity in technology by blending creativity, storytelling, and innovation. We use digital tools not to erase human spirit, but to amplify it — building a future where technology serves connection, not disconnection.

AI is with us. We must embrace it, and wrap our arms around our virtual cousins — but remember: we humans are the ones with soul (sorry AI sisters & brothers!). This is what makes us uniquely human.

AI may be our engine, but we are the ones who must start it — and finish it.

Every tool, every platform, every story should serve empathy, imagination, and soul.
Because without humanity, technology is empty.
And without technology, humanity cannot reach its full voice.