Best Tony Kaizen Podcasts (2024)

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Global update on sustainability laws and standards with Andrew Peterson 21:54

3h ago21:54

21:54

ESG regulation is evolving fast. Whether it’s mandatory sustainability-related reporting, modern slavery regulations, or circular economy laws – what exactly do practitioners need to know? In this episode, Andrew Peterson joins FS Sustainability senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of ESG regulation…

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94. Relationships Are Not Rewards 20:10

8h ago20:10

20:10

So many of us have such backwards ideas about the purpose of relationships and how one goes about developing them. Personally, I think there are a lot of reasons for our backwards mentality, and that’s what we’ll be talking about in this episode. — This will be a good chance for you to hear both an American and a British accent while exploring inte…

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Researching ESG investment products with Aman Ramrakha 19:18

6h ago19:18

19:18

When it comes to investing, information really is everything. Finding the right ESG investment product that delivers returns alongside positive impact, while side-stepping potential greenwash or unethical business practices can be a rocky road – whether you’re an institutional investor, a wholesale investor, or a financial advisor. Here to shine a …

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93. More Women Should Be Doing This 36:38

2d ago36:38

36:38

Being assertive and taking risks are typically viewed as masculine behavior reserved for men. But our friend Maya (from Chicago, IL) thinks that there’s no reason women can’t display the same behavior. In fact, she believes that women will be much more satisfied with their lives if they chose to do so. — This episode will give you a chance to hear …

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Nature-related financial disclosures with TNFD’s Tony Goldner 17:12

15d ago17:12

17:12

When it comes to ESG, there are so many acronyms. From TCFD to ISSB, GRI and GSSB. But today, we are talking about reporting against the TNFD – that is, the Taskforce on Nature-Related Financial Disclosures. In this episode, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass sits down with Tony Goldner, executive director of the TNFD, to talk about busin…

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92. Modern Women's Dilemma 50:40

16d ago50:40

50:40

In her article titled "A Partial Explanation of Zoomer Girl Derangement,” writer Zinnia, talks about the changes girls go through as they become women, focusing on how society views them. She explains the mixed feelings girls have about getting attention from men, feeling both powerful and vulnerable. Zinnia also criticizes how social media and mod…

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Disability inclusion: The missing piece of ESG investing – with Corene Strauss 21:53

15d ago21:53

21:53

Around one in six (18%) people in Australia live with a disability – around 4.4 million people – and roughly 90% of those have ‘invisible’ or ‘hidden’ disabilities. Australians living with a disability have so much to offer organisations. From longer employee retention and fewer workers’ compensation claims to better leadership styles, disability i…

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91. The STRONGEST American Accent 32:23

19d ago32:23

32:23

Let’s take a trip to the Deep South so you can hear a classic Mississippi accent and understand what makes it so unique. For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:22 The STRONGEST American Accent 0:49 A quick word from Tony Kaizen 1:…

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Federal Budget, Climate Week, clean energy and the case for a price on carbon, with Tim Buckley 17:59

24d ago17:59

17:59

Last week the Australian Federal Budget 2024-25 was handed down, coinciding with Sydney’s inaugural Climate Action Week. In this episode of The Greener Way, we hear from Tim Buckley, founder and director of Climate Energy Finance, a public interest pro bono think tank that produces research and analysis on accelerating the global energy transition.…

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90. Why Are You So Quiet? 18:18

28d ago18:18

18:18

If you’re someone who’s comfortable being quiet in the presence of others, you might have noticed that your tendency to remain quiet drives some people crazy. You probably know how annoying it is to find out that someone doesn’t like you simply because you don’t speak as much as they would like you to. Well in this episode, I’m gonna share a few id…

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ESG jobs in 2024: salaries and career tips with Simon Gvalda of Kaizen Recruitment 17:45

27d ago17:45

17:45

In this episode of The Greener Way, we hear from Simon Gvalda, manager of the ESG and Responsible Investment Recruitment team at Kaizen Recruitment, which recently released its much-awaited salary guide for ESG roles in 2024. Join senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass as we sit down with Simon to get career tips and advice on job hunting and…

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RIAA: Fund flows, greenwashing, AI and disability inclusion with Michelle Baltazar 10:07

1M ago10:07

10:07

In the midst of massive change for the industry, both companies and financiers are grappling with what to do next. To help practitioners navigate changing tides, the Responsible Investment Association of Australasia (RIAA) held a conference in Sydney last week, where more than 800 attendees had the opportunity to learn from – and network with – the…

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Timber talks: Cultivating natural capital with Sarah Clawson 20:32

1M ago20:32

20:32

This episode of The Greener Way, we hear from Sarah Clawson, Global Head of Investor Relations at New Forests – an international investment manager of nature-based real assets and natural capital strategies. Join senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass and explore forestry investment, as well as best practice approach to generating returns whi…

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#89 - Talking about Nothing 8 50:04

1M ago50:04

50:04

Going nowhere at a very rapid pace. For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio Download my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1o Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Advancing First Nations outcomes with Phil Usher 15:43

2M ago15:43

15:43

When it comes to advancing outcomes for First Nations Peoples, economic empowerment, accessibility, and financial literacy are at the fore. In this episode of The Greener Way, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass is joined by Phil Usher, a proud Wiradjuri man, born and raised on Gomeroi country. He serves as CEO of Australia’s only national…

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#88 - Why Is Making Friends So Hard? 21:06

2M ago21:06

21:06

“Sometimes trying to make friends as an adult can feel hopeless and embarrassing.” — If you identify with this statement, then this episode is for you. For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio Timestamps: 0:00 Why is making friends so hard? 1:07 Greetings f…

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Degrowth economics and social tipping points with Erin Remblance 19:28

2M ago19:28

19:28

In this episode of The Greener Way, we welcome to the show Erin Remblance – founder of (re)bBiz and Project Tipping Point. Erin runs programs teaching professionals how implementing the theories of de-growth and post-growth economics into their business strategies can address the ecological and climate crises. FS Sustainability senior journalist an…

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#87 - Which Kind of Communicator Are You? 23:19

2M ago23:19

23:19

Have you ever wondered why communicating with certain people is so easy, while talking with others feels impossible? You might be surprised to know that it often boils down to a poor understanding of how communication works. Many of us tend to misinterpret the things people say and do; which influences the way we see, think about, and treat them. I…

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Divestment, impact, and all that good stuff - with Sharon Davis of Future Super 19:43

2M ago19:43

19:43

Today, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass sits down with Sharon Davis, Executive Director of Investments at Future Super, a superfund that invests for a fossil fuel free future with no coal, oil and gas holdings, and an ethos rooted in ethical investment with a focus on clean energy and social impact projects. The pair chat impact investi…

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#86 - Are You Lonely? 31:39

2M ago31:39

31:39

Loneliness has become a global issue. Many of us are often surrounded by people, and yet we often don’t feel connected to any of them. And contrary to what most people believe, this all started long before cell phones and social media were invented. The psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Robert Waldinger believes there's a simple resolution to this iss…

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Boeing, Qantas and corporate governance in aviation – with Megan Motto 17:35

2M ago17:35

17:35

In the wake of the Qantas and ongoing Boeing scandals, investors – and the public – are asking questions on corporate governance, risk management, and ethical conduct. Today we chat with Megan Motto, CEO of the Governance Institute of Australia - a professional association for company secretaries, governance advisers and risk managers. Aircraft man…

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#85 - Modern American Slang (Part 1) 33:51

2M ago33:51

33:51

When it comes to foreign languages, one of the things that people want to learn more than anything else is slang. So in this episode, you’re gonna learn a few words and phrases that’ll help you sound cooler in your next conversation. Timestamps: 0:00 Modern American Slang 1:34 Greetings from Tony Kaizen 2:06 Middleschooler, Highschooler 3:03 Baby f…

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The international fight against greenwashing - John Pabon 18:33

3M ago18:33

18:33

In this episode of The Greener Way, host Rose Mary Petrass welcomes sustainability expert John Pabon to discuss the importance of international collaboration in combating greenwashing. They discuss cultural attitudes, consumer awareness, and regulatory frameworks around greenwashing, and dissect Australia's new climate reporting laws and its impact…

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#84 - How to Overcome Social Anxiety 9:53

3M ago9:53

9:53

Many of us go through life trying to avoid embarrassing situations because we’re afraid that people might think we’re silly or ignorant. But if you can adopt the mindset that I share in this episode, I guarantee that you won’t feel the need to run from embarrassment ever again. … For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episod…

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#83 - English Vocabulary Game: Restaurant, Airport, Hotel 18:51

3M ago18:51

18:51

The English vocabulary game, Audio Pictionary is a fun and simple way to test your vocabulary and learn new words. I’ll be describing different objects, people, places, and situations, and you’ll have to figure out the name of whatever I’m describing. *In order to take full advantage of this game, I suggest you download or print the study guide and…

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#82 - English Vocabulary Game: Relationship, Body, Street 21:21

3M ago21:21

21:21

The English vocabulary game, Audio Pictionary is a fun and simple way to test your vocabulary and learn new words. I’ll be describing different objects, people, places, and situations, and you’ll have to figure out the name of whatever I’m describing. *In order to take full advantage of this game, I suggest you download or print the study guide and…

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Growing the impact of corporate sustainability: Kylie Porter 30:27

3M ago30:27

30:27

On this episode of the Greener Way, we’re talking sustainability and intersectionality with Kylie Porter, Group Head of Sustainability, SunRice Group. Kylie has worked across a wide variety of organisations, but always at the intersection of the E the S and the G in sustainability.By FS Sustainability

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#81 - English Vocabulary Game: House, Soccer, Car 21:44

3M ago21:44

21:44

The English vocabulary game, Audio Pictionary is a fun and simple way to test your vocabulary and learn new words. I’ll be describing different objects, people, places, and situations, and you’ll have to figure out the name of whatever I’m describing. *In order to take full advantage of this game, I suggest you download or print the vocabulary guid…

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Driving high (ESG) performance: Fiona Mann 18:12

3M ago18:12

18:12

Joining us for this conversation on The Greener Way is Brighter Super head of Aussie equities and ESG Fiona Mann to talk about the fund’s approach to ESG and what high performance means in a variety of settings and professions.By FS Sustainability

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#80 - The EASIEST Way to Keep A Conversation Going 25:23

3M ago25:23

25:23

You might be one of the many people who want to practice speaking English but don’t know how to maintain a conversation long enough to get they practice you need. The conversations are always superficial, you run out of things to say, and then you or the other person loses interest altogether. Well, in this episode, I’m going to be sharing the abso…

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Making the SDGs count - Fiona Reynold 26:31

3M ago26:31

26:31

On today's episode, we are talking to the multi-hyphenate sustainability and responsible investment leader Fiona Reynolds about the intersection of the E and the S and why it matters for business.By FS Sustainability

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#79 - 3 Lessons from Learning 3 Languages 45:22

3M ago45:22

45:22

There are many things that traditional language schools fail to teach their students. One of the most important is the proper mindset for learning effectively. So many students spend years struggling to reach and advanced level of English and they end up thinking that the language is just too difficult for them… when actually they’ve just been taki…

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#78 - Talking about Nothing 7 1:26:00

4M ago1:26:00

1:26:00

I don't know where we're going nor how long it'll take to get there... buckle up. … For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio Download my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1o Find me on social media! https://bio.link/tonykaizen Hosted…

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The economic case for being a net zero superpower: Ross Garnaut 28:01

3M ago28:01

28:01

Our guest today has been a leading voice in the economic case for managing climate change since before net zero was a thing. In addition to authoring two landmark papers on climate change and Australia’s future in 2008 and 2011, Ross Garnaut was the principal economic adviser to Australian Prime Minister Bob Hawke from 1983 to 1985, and Australian …

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Taking the ESG temperature of ASX companies – Emilie O’Neill 23:42

4M ago23:42

23:42

What’s on the sustainability agenda for Australia’s publicly listed companies? Every Year, Perennial Better Futures takes the temperature of a wide range of companies to answer just that question, and on this episode, we’re talking with Emilie O’Neill, co-head of ESG and equities analyst of the Perennial Better Future Trust on the results of their …

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#77 - The Conformity of Silence 1:11:29

4M ago1:11:29

1:11:29

In today’s episode, I’ll be reading a brilliant article about one of the easiest and most effective ways to become a better communicator (in any language). The author, Bryan Caplan, is a Professor of Economics at George Mason University, and a New York Times Bestselling author. You can check out his work at https://substack.com/@betonit. No matter …

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Driving net zero in infrastructure – Niall Mills 25:02

4M ago25:02

25:02

In this episode brought to you by Igneo Infrastructure Partners, part of First Sentier Investors, we’re talking poles, wires and utilities – the infrastructure sector. Infrastructure is one of those asset classes that is heavily exposed to the risks of climate change, but which is also key to decarbonizing our global economy. Joining us to talk abo…

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#76 - The Best Quality One Can Possess 30:30

4M ago30:30

30:30

In my humble opinion, the world would be a much better place if we all adopted this quality. It improves conversations, friendships, careers and so much more. And you wanna know the best part? All of us can adopt this quality immediately. … For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patr…

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Climate and cyber and nature, oh my - Julia Leske 21:34

4M ago21:34

21:34

We’re well into the beginning of 2024, so it’s a good time to look back at what happened in sustainability in 2023 and what the big events and trends will be this year. Joining us for this conversation is Julia Leske, senior consultant ESG strategy at ISS ESG. ISS STOXX is the owner of both ISS ESG and ISS Media, publisher of this podcast.…

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#75 - Deposits or Withdrawals? 14:08

4M ago14:08

14:08

If you want the quality of your life to improve, it can be helpful to think of yourself as a bank. … For access to transcripts, PDF study guides, and bonus podcast episodes, subscribe on Patreon! 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradio Download my e-book Mastering English with Podcasts 👉 https://rb.gy/kgh1o Find me on social media! https://bio.link/…

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Speaking truth to power on climate finance: Nishtha Aggarwal 17:50

5M ago17:50

17:50

On this episode, we’re going to do a deeper dive into how we measure sustainable finance, and how we value the dollar impact of financing emissions-intensive activities. This is a key discussion point particularly as we look at Australia’s sustainable finance strategy and net zero targets. Here to help us understand it all is Nishtha Aggarwal, fina…

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#74 - The Joy of Riding Motorbikes in Bangkok 50:01

5M ago50:01

50:01

Riding my motorbike around Bangkok, Thailand is one of my favorite things to do these days. It fast, flexible, cheap, and it’s a great way to see the city. But it does come with a certain amount of tradeoffs. So in this episode, I’ll be talking about the pros and cons of traveling on two wheels. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:46 Modes of transport 6:45 T…

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#73 - 2 Types of People (Continued) 22:14

5M ago22:14

22:14

In the last episode, I talked about the 2 distinct approaches that one may take when trying to learn a new skill; the theoretical approach and the practical approach. —The former focuses on preparation and research while the latter focuses on action and feedback. And although you probably understood the point of that episode with no problems, I’d l…

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Greening Gold - Terry Heymann 24:54

5M ago24:54

24:54

In this conversation, we’re talking about making gold a little more green. If noted commodities experts and rock group Smashmouth taught us anything, it’s hey now, all that glitters is gold. Now the World Gold Council is working to make gold more sustainable and traceable. Link: https://www.gold.org/industry-standards/responsible-gold-mining…

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#72 - There Are Only 2 Types of People 52:12

5M ago52:12

52:12

The parable of the rock climbers is a story about 2 friends who have the same goal but end up taking drastically different approaches to achieve that goal, and it’s a perfect example of the mistake that most people make when learning something new. — In today’s episode, you’ll discover whether or not you’re making your life harder than it needs to …

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Responsible investment – top down, bottom up – Kate Turner 20:51

5M ago20:51

20:51

On this episode brought to you by First Sentier Investors, we’re talking responsible investment from the top down and the bottom up, and how an institutional investor builds its responsible investment strategy through an organisation. Joining us for this conversation is FSI global head of responsible investment Kate Turner, who is pretty much every…

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Banking on the future with Australia's green bank - Richard Lovell 23:18

5M ago23:18

23:18

The Clean Energy Finance Corporation is Australia’s green bank. Over the last 10 years, the CEFC has deployed more than ten billion dollars to invest in decarbonising Australia with an annualised cumulative return of 4.24%. But almost more importantly, because of their co-investment model, each dollar of CEFC capital attracts just over five dollars…

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#71 - How Do I Love Myself More? (Part 2) 51:46

5M ago51:46

51:46

Self-love is a topic that has gotten much more attention in recent years, and many people have distinct ideas about what it really means to love oneself. With the help of Comedian Duncan Trussel, I’m going to explore a few of those ideas in the episode. — This is part 2 of a 3-part series about self-love. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:21 Explanations of…

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#70 - How Do I Love Myself More? (Part 1) 36:49

5M ago36:49

36:49

Self-love is a topic that has gotten much more attention in recent years, and many people have distinct ideas about what it really means to love oneself. With the help of Psychologist Ram Dass, I’m going to explore a few of those ideas in the episode. Links to the content used in this episode: Ram Dass - Emotions and Personality https://www.youtube…

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One easy step to improving financial return - Raymone Jackson 19:39

5M ago19:39

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Empirical evidence is clear: having a workforce that is diverse across a broad range of gender, cultural background and cognitive background results in better decision making. Here to talk about this topic is Raymone Jackson, head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at T. Rowe PriceBy FS Sustainability

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