Best Deniz Yildiz Podcasts (2024)

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Weaving the webs of life: Deep Ecology 1:07:13

19h ago1:07:13

1:07:13

In this episode, John Seed, a dedicated environmental activist and deep ecologist joins us. We share stories and snippets from life in which the deep ecology movement and the significance of rituals are discussed. Credits: Deniz Yildiz - Host & Producer John Seed - Guest Contributor ♪ - Back to Nature (edit) - Nightmares on Wax…

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Mindfulness and planetary health: Connecting with the self, each other and the world 57:31

5M ago57:31

57:31

In this episode, we explore the relationship between mindfulness, climate crisis, politics, and policy with Jamie Bristow. Our conversation encompasses topics like importance of mindfulness, the possibility of mindful politics, a trial of mindfulness practice among politicians in the UK, and how all these relate to the climate crisis and relevant p…

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Respect at the crags: Finding common ground between rock climbers and Traditional Owners 56:08

9M ago56:08

56:08

In this episode, we explore rock climbing in Australian landscapes focusing on the interactions between traditional owners and climbers through the lens of respect. This conversation is an audio exploration with Jerath Head, the author of "The geography of respect", a highly recommended read. Credits: Deniz Yildiz - Host & Producer Jerath Head - Gu…

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GreenGroove: Formidable Vegetable 1:01:52

1y ago1:01:52

1:01:52

In this episode, Charlie Mcgee joins us, representing the band Formidable Vegetable. We discuss sustainable living and permaculture, and how these elements intersect with music, dance, and having fun.

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Reproductive choices and climate change 55:37

1+ y ago55:37

55:37

In this episode, we discuss a crucial and often overlooked aspect of the climate crisis, its impact on reproductive decisions with Yardena Tankel. Our conversation focuses on uncertainties, differing opinions, and considerations surrounding having children in a world facing climate crisis. Credits: - Emille Boulot - Script Editor ♪ Baby- Guitar Edi…

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Reflecting on the social aspects of landscape change and navigating the unknown in Australia 55:40

2y ago55:40

55:40

This episode is an interview with Professor Lesley Head, the President of the Australian Academy of the Humanities. We explore Australia's public perception of environmental issues (e.g bushfires and the concept of wilderness) and tipping points for social change in the last 25 years. We also discuss what goes on behind the scenes of academic work …

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Time for a genuine conversation- holistic ways to rest in peace 1:21:00

2+ y ago1:21:00

1:21:00

This episode is an interview with Broderick Floyd who was a funeral director of Mark J. Floyd Funeral Services in Euroa, Victoria. Our conversation explores holistic ways to rest in peace that includes psychological, environmental and ethical dimensions of ceremonies. If you wonder what it is like to be a funeral director, don't miss this episode. …

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More-than a face mask: At the intersection of risk understandings and health 1:09:37

2+ y ago1:09:37

1:09:37

This episode is an interview with Deborah Lupton who is a SHARP Professor and leader of the Vitalities Lab. We explore the risk discourse and how risk understandings have changed over time. Deborah takes us on a journey where we follow a face mask and examine the changing meaning. Credits: - Bonnie Perris - Script Editor - Taylor Coyne - Graphic De…

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Bioregionalism as a new regenerative paradigm 1:00:00

3+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Most of us agreed on the need for change, yet we still don't know how. This episode is an interview with Joe Brewer who is a change strategist, cognitive scientist, and complexity researcher. We explore notions such as bioregionalism, regeneration, and designing culture. For more: https://earth-regenerators.mn.co/ Credits: - Bonnie Perris - Script …

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Custodians of the Planet Launch: Panel discussion on Regenerative Futures 1:21:46

3+ y ago1:21:46

1:21:46

Custodians of the Planet explores different 'ways of being and ways of thinking' on environmental issues through audio portraits. This episode is Custodians of the Planet's launch event and the live panel discussion on regenerative futures with Associate Professor Tema Millstein (UNSW), Professor Chris Riedy (UTS), Kristen Junor of Reverse Garbage …

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Mining, but beyond the sky; in space and on other planets 46:21

3+ y ago46:21

46:21

This episode is an interview with Alice Gorman who is an archaeologist, heritage consultant, and a space archeologist. We talk about mining activities on Earth and later we head off into space to explore the solar system and space mining. Credits: - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech…

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Human- Shark conflicts: Work in progress from " shark attack" to " shark bite" 40:17

4y ago40:17

40:17

This episode is an interview with Leonardo Guida who is a shark scientist and shark advocate at the Australian Marine Conservation Society. Our conversation is dedicated to changing one's negative perception of sharks to appreciation. Our conversation also includes topics like their diet; whether we're on their menu, why sharks are threatened, by w…

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Tuning in to the edges of the Earth: Glaciers 25:24

4y ago25:24

25:24

This episode is an interview with Helen Amanda Fricker who is a glaciologist and professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego where she is a director of the Scripps Polar Center. Our informative conversation focuses on how and why glaciers lose/ gain mass and how it affects surrounding ecosystems and c…

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Covid19: A catalyst for rethinking the way we live and design 45:57

4y ago45:57

45:57

The structure of how we build, design and inhabit cities has been changing during the Covid 19 pandemic. In this episode, we have an intriguing conversation with Rory Hyde who is Designer and Curator of Contemporary Architecture and Urbanism at the Victoria and Albert Museum. Our conversation covers how Covid 19 may affect the way we design and inh…

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Indigenous knowledges and intellectual property rights 41:04

4y ago41:04

41:04

This episode is an interview with Professor Daniel Robinson who is a researcher at UNSW and works on various projects with the International Centre for Trade and Sustainable Development (ICTSD). This episode helps listeners to engage with the complexity and diversity of Indigenous knowledge and intellectual property rights. Credits: - Bonnie Perris…

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Seaside Scavenge: Plastics 101 52:25

4y ago52:25

52:25

Have you ever wondered what the number inside the three arrow triangle really means at the bottom of a plastic?In this episode, we get to know plastic and its impact on a deeper level with AJ Linke who is the CEO and founder of Seaside Scavenge. AJ shares awesome tips on how to reduce plastic waste and progress towards a plastic-free living. Our co…

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The Routledge Handbook of Ecocultural Identity 1:13:56

4y ago1:13:56

1:13:56

We’re excited to share with you an hour of discussion with The Routledge Handbook of Ecocultural Identity editors and authors Tema Milstein, Jose Castro- Sotomayor and John Carr. In this episode we review the Handbook and explore dominant understandings of who we are and how our ways of identifying have implications on Earth. Book description: "The…

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Carbon dioxide capture and storage technologies 23:04

4y ago23:04

23:04

This episode is an interview with Munir Sadiq who is a PhD at the Materials Engineering Department of Monash University and scientist at CSIRO. Munir explains his exciting study that has set a new record carbon for dioxide capture.Our conversation includes the characteristic of the industry and touch upon issues related to its benefits and harms. C…

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In memory of George Floyd and David Dungay: All discriminative ‘isms’ 31:07

4y ago31:07

31:07

This episode is an interview with Dr Jim Everett who is a social and moral psychologist at the University of Kent. We talk about different types of prejudice and discriminatory behavior and where they come from. Credits: - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech ♪Better days

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"It was a real jump in the dark and it was a jump out of love: I fell in love with coral reefs" 30:51

4y ago30:51

30:51

This episode is an interview with Dr Charlie Veron who is the first full-time researcher on the Great Barrier Reef . Our conversation covers all fundamental things that you need to know about coral reefs. Credits: - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech ♪ Pompidou - Portico Quartet

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“Everything we do and don’t do is changing the world around us.” 33:35

4+ y ago33:35

33:35

Frances Moore Lappe reveals the fundamental truth of our interbeingness and fires up the spirit within us. We talk about living democracy, ecomind, and other intriguing concepts in order to live in a sustainable world. Credits: - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech ♪ Liam Bailey - When Will They Learn…

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Searching for sustainability with Bryan G. Norton 54:01

4+ y ago54:01

54:01

This episode is an interview with Bryan Norton who is a pioneer in environmental pragmatism. We talk about foundational concepts and considerations in environmental ethics and environmental philosophy. Later on, the conversation includes Covid-19 and its signals about the way we are living. Credits: - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor - Krisjoe Fuertes-…

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2020 Earth Day: “We weren’t on a deliberate suicide mission, we were just having a party.” 41:44

4+ y ago41:44

41:44

This episode begins by examining the first Earth Day in 1970 and critiques the ongoing process till 2020 with Catherine Ingram. Catherine is currently a dharma teacher and journalist. Grief is part of life even at the best of times so we acknowledge grief on 2020's Earth Day.We discuss different levels of acceptance on the predicament and talk abou…

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When 'meaning in life' meets Covid-19 40:16

4+ y ago40:16

40:16

In this episode, we interviewed Bernadette Vötter who works at the Institute of Psychology, University of Innsbruck. Her PhD thesis focuses on meaning in life among highly gifted. First, we explore how humans find meaning in life and discuss how the human psyche can evolve and adopt the current circumstances. The conversation includes threats and o…

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A-Z of 2019-2020 Bushfire 1:08:39

4+ y ago1:08:39

1:08:39

We’re back with Season 2! This week on Custodians of the Planet, we are reflecting on the 2019-2020 summer hellscape. Join us in conversation as Scott, John, Guy, and Deniz discuss different aspects of bushfires. The conversation starts with discovering the relationship between climate change and bushfires, followed by the impact on wildlife and la…

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Using humour to talk about climate change 25:20

4+ y ago25:20

25:20

This episode is a conversation with Issy Philips who is a comedian and writer. We talk about finding effective ways to communicate climate change and how using humor can engage the public on climate action. Credits: - Rachel Raymond- Script Editor ♪ Warning bells warning bells by Musicians for Climate Change https://www.facebook.com/musiciansforcli…

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We are on fire! 26:39

4+ y ago26:39

26:39

This episode is an interview with Carlos Nobre who is a climate scientist, a leading expert on the Amazon and climate change. In the aftermath of Amazon fire, this episode broadens our understanding of interconnected system in Amazon including politics, economy and biodiversity. Credits: - Rachel Raymond- Script Editor ♪ Amazonia by The Tree Farers…

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Hacking the planet: A discussion on geoengineering 30:06

4+ y ago30:06

30:06

This episode is an interview with Janos Pasztor who is the Executive Director of the Carnegie Climate Governance Initiative (C2G2). Our conversation delves into intertwined issues such as ethics, governance and public participation in the context of geoengineering.

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Emotions of climate breakdown 41:04

4+ y ago41:04

41:04

This episode is an interview with Carol Ride who is the founder of Psychologists for a Safe Climate. We talk about eco-anxiety and climate grief and followed by self-care tips to cope with them. Credits: - Bonnie Perris - Script Editor ♪ Gaza- Valango Khoza and Leo Dale - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech

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Australian Great Bight - " turn down the volume human!" 26:16

4+ y ago26:16

26:16

This episode is an interview with Peter Owen, Director of Wilderness Society in South Australia. We talk about the Great Australian Bight where is in high demand by oil companies. We conclude this episode with Equinor's statement, as we contacted them to comment on the exploration drilling and ongoing process. Credits: - Bonnie Perris - Script Edit…

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"It's time for us to be very truthful with ourselves and with each other" 38:47

5y ago38:47

38:47

This episode is an interview with Dean Walker who is one of the representatives of 'Deep Adaptation'. Deep adaptation is a framing that acknowledges a near term societal collapse is inevitable due to climate change. We talk about existential scale set of challenges and ways of approaching it. Credits: - Rachel Raymond - Script Editor ♪ Edge of Eter…

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How to offset your carbon emissions when traveling 33:43

5y ago33:43

33:43

This episode is a confession based on an overseas trip. We cognize our carbon footprint and get down to the nitty gritty of carbon offsets with Wayne Wescott, CEO of Green Fleet. Links to check out : https://www.footprintcalculator.org/ Credits: - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor ♪ Get a move on - Mr Scruff - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech…

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"We're occupying the sea now" 23:16

5y ago23:16

23:16

This episode discovers marine urbanisation with Mariana Mayer Pinto who is a marine ecologist. Our conversation takes a dive into Sydney's underwater scene. Credits: - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor ♪ Sunday Stroll - Huma Huma - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech

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Bringing nature to your plate 30:23

5y ago30:23

30:23

This episode is an interview with Diego Bonetto who is a wild food forager. Bonetto deepens our understanding of foraging philosophy and shares tips on how to get started. Credits: - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor ♪ Don't eat something that you don't know what it is -Sergei Boutenko - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech…

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We witnessed the largest environmental protest in history 11:48

5y ago11:48

11:48

This episode is an interview with climate strikers and a discussion of what this strike really means. Credits: Rachel Raymond- Script Editor ♪ We shall overcome- Paul Morton References https://newsroom.unsw.edu.au/news/social-affairs/why-attending-climate-strike-can-change-minds-most-importantly-your-own https://www.notbusinessasusual.co/ https://g…

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Extinction Rebellion: "Be the change that you want to be" 37:51

5y ago37:51

37:51

This episode is an interview that gives us an opportunity to get to know XR closer and discusses nasty issues of our lifetime with Holly Champion who is a member of XR Sydney.

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" Poetry can stop bulldozers, it does make change" 32:25

5y ago32:25

32:25

This episode is an interview with John Kinsella who is a poet and non-violent activist. Kinsella explains the role of language and poetry in justice movements & activism and shares their views on the intersectionality of justice issues. Credits: Bonnie Perris- Script Editor ♪Grace Behind the Curtain - Silent Partner…

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How does connecting with nature help us care for the Earth? 19:34

5y ago19:34

19:34

Given the complexity of conservation in this day and age and challenges up against, this episode explores the role of values in conservation and discusses ways of fostering environmental stewardships with Dr Rosalie Chapple. Credits: Bonnie Perris- Script Editor ♪Blue Infusion

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Why and how to sprout green roofs 17:44

5y ago17:44

17:44

This episode is an interview with Dr. John Blair, an informative conversation about living roofs which is a climate change mitigation measure that may be taken by every individual/ business. Credits to: Bonnie Perris- Script Editor ♪Dan Lebowitz- Parkside Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech

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What do you think about whether coal is a blessing or a curse for Australia? 28:48

5y ago28:48

28:48

This episode is a Climate Change Politics 101 with Prof. John Merson who explains how and why climate change became a political game. Credits to: Bonnie Perris- Script Editor ♪ Lee Dorsey- Working in a coal mine Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech

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"Single use plastic is everywhere!" 11:54

5y ago11:54

11:54

This episode is an interview with Arlian Ecker, AKA Plastic Free Boy who is 13 years old young Australian, sharing his visionary stance towards plastic free future. Credits to: Baran Yildiz - Sansi Bonnie Perris Krisjoe Fuertes

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"When you get the sounds right, everything else falls in places" 27:49

5y ago27:49

27:49

This episode takes us an journey with Andrew Skeoch, who listens with his heart and mind and records sounds of nature. He shares his experiences, feelings and takes us an adventure to Fitzroy River, Western Australia. Credits to: Joey Pecorero- Mornings Rachel Raymond Krisjoe Fuertes

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“We feel like it’s all over, and it’s absolutely not all over" 29:38

5y ago29:38

29:38

This episode takes us on a journey with Prof. Tema Milstein who encourages us to contemplate ' What kind of a discursive formation we want to be part of'. Credits to: ♪Baran Yildiz - Rainbows Krisjoe Fuertes - Tech Rachel Raymond - Script Editor ♪The Madrigal - Ride to the Moon

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