Best Fs Sustainability Podcasts (2024)

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Beyond ESG: UN PRI stewardship and engagement initiatives with David Atkin 16:23

2h ago16:23

16:23

Enhancing sustainability and incorporating environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) matters into investment decision-making and ownership practices can be a vast and overwhelming task. To get the job done right, it is a path that no responsible investor or asset manager should tread alone. The United Nations-supported Principles for Re…

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

3d 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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Creating Value for Brands in the Digital Age with Ian Navarro, founder of Navarro Culinary Connection 55:41

3d ago55:41

55:41

In today’s episode, Ian Navarro, founder of Navarro Culinary Connection, shares his journey from distribution roles to establishing his own food service brokerage in Denver, Colorado. Ian explains the concept of food brokerage as a fractional sales team aiding brands in navigating the food service industry. Highlighting the importance of storytelli…

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Researching ESG investment products with Aman Ramrakha 19:18

10d 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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Nature-related financial disclosures with TNFD’s Tony Goldner 17:12

17d 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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Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Foodservice, Revolutionizing the Foodservice Supply Chain through Data and Technology 38:58

17d ago38:58

38:58

Join us as we sit down with Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Technologies and a visionary transforming the food supply chain through technology. Starting as a Texas girl with a love for wine and music, Kim shares her fascinating transition from running a winery to pioneering product innovation at Starbucks, and later, enhancing shipping security with b…

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

24d 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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Federal Budget, Climate Week, clean energy and the case for a price on carbon, with Tim Buckley 17:59

1M 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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Trailblazing Sustainability and Innovation in Today's Foodservice Supply Chain: An Interview with Armada's Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, Debi Gann 48:46

1M ago48:46

48:46

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we sit down with Debi Gann, Vice President, of Marketing and Business Development at ARMADA Supply Chain Solutions to explore the critical role of data and technology in the food service supply chain. With almost a decade in the supply chain industry, Debi shares her background and ARMADA's focus on …

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

1M 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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Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs): Webinar Bonus Episode with a Board of Datum FS Advisors | Featuring Jeff Abramson, Brendan Clarke, and James Kennedy 44:08

1M ago44:08

44:08

Welcome back to another episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. This monthly webinar episode is especially geared toward those sprouting new food service ventures or who consider the industry second nature. Today we are joined by esteemed industry veterans Jeff Abramson, Brendan Clarke, and James Kennedy as light is shed through the lens of the th…

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

2M 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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Mani Kulasooriya Co-Founder and CEO of Cut+Dry. Feeding the Future: Innovations in Foodservice Distribution Tech 47:59

2M ago47:59

47:59

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we are joined by seasoned tech entrepreneur Mani Kulasooriya, who has spent the last decade dissecting the kinship between the foodservice industry and technology. With a laid groundwork in building Fintech payment systems at Citibank and Yahoo to co-founding CAKE, a restaurant technology startup acq…

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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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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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Behind the Scenes: Navigating Shake Shack's Supply Chain with Jeffrey Amoscato, Senior Vice President Supply Chain & Menu Innovation at Shake Shack 51:11

2M ago51:11

51:11

In this episode of "Farm to Fork: The Innovators," host David Maloni interviews Jeffrey Amoscato, the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Menu Innovation at Shake Shack. Jeff shares his journey from culinary school to his current role, highlighting the importance of understanding the source and quality of ingredients. He discusses the unique …

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Conquering Belly Fat and Cellulite: Hormones, Detox, and the Power of the Four F's with Laura London 19:12

2M ago19:12

19:12

Struggling with stubborn belly fat and cellulite can be an uphill battle, but I'm here to arm you with the strategies you need to conquer it! As your fitness and nutrition specialist. I will delve deep into the perplexing world of body fat, the hormonal whirlwind of menopause, and the truth behind cellulite. Get ready to learn how stress hormones l…

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Achieving Fitness Consistency: Laura London's Secrets to a Sustainable Transformation 5:05

2M ago5:05

5:05

Ever feel like you're on a never-ending treadmill when it comes to fitness, making strides only to lose your footing? Let me be your guide to breaking the start-stop cycle that's keeping you from seeing the results you crave. I will cut through the noise with a candid conversation on the power of consistency. Let me tackle your frustration head-on,…

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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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Food Traceability: FSMA 204 and the Restaurant Industry - Webinar Bonus Episode with a Board of Datum FS Advisors | Featuring Angela Fields, Richard Buttner, Brady Cunningham, and Rich Wolverton 45:40

2M ago45:40

45:40

Welcome back to another installment of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. This special webinar episode is especially geared toward those sprouting new food service ventures or who consider the industry second nature. In this episode, David Maloni discusses the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) 204, also known as the food traceability rule. He is join…

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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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Trends Across Menu Data: Insights into Consumer Preferences with Mike Lukianoff, CEO and Founder of SignalFlare.ai 45:02

3M ago45:02

45:02

Welcome back to the show! Today's guest innovator is Michael Lukianoff, seasoned restaurant revenue and analytics manager and current CEO and Founder of SignalFlare.ai by Extropy 360. In this episode, Mike offers a data buffet that emphasizes understanding and adapting to economic shifts in the general food service industry. He shares his insights …

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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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Aluminate Life: Liz Lehman's Journey from Anesthesiology to Crafting Wellness Candles 20:56

3M ago20:56

20:56

When Liz Lehman stepped away from the demanding world of anesthesiology, she embraced a journey that many of us only dream of - transforming a passion into a purpose-driven business. Tune into our latest episode to hear how Liz's personal health battle led her to found Aluminate Life, a company infusing the art of candle making with wellness and he…

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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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Supply Chain: Meeting Demand in a Fast-Growing Market with Kristi Kingery, Senior Vice President, Supply Chain at Tropical Smoothie Cafe 44:42

3M ago44:42

44:42

Welcome back to the show! Today's guest innovator is Kristi Kingery, a powerhouse in supply chain management. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Kristi is currently the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Tropical Smoothie Cafe and the chair of the National Restaurant Association Supply Chain Expert Exchange. In this episode, Kr…

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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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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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Unpacking Supply Chain: Lessons with Linda Dunn, Faculty Director and Assistant Professor for the Supply Chain Management Master's Program at Georgetown University 58:06

4M ago58:06

58:06

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we have the pleasure of speaking with Linda Dunn, Faculty Director and Assistant Professor for the Supply Chain Management Master's Program at Georgetown University. Leveraging on Linda's seventeen-year wealth of experience at HMSHost, our conversation delves into the evolution of supply chain manage…

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The State of Supply Chain: Webinar Bonus Episode with a Board of Datum FS Advisors | Featuring Scott Schmitz, Keith Anderkin, Thomas Healey, and Charlie Lousignont 32:19

4M ago32:19

32:19

Welcome back to another installment of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. This special webinar episode is especially geared toward those sprouting new food service ventures or who consider the industry second nature. Our carefully selected Datum FS panel of seasoned experts: Scott Schmitz, Keith Aderkin, Thomas Healey, and Charlie Lousignont render soun…

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

4M 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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Financial Perspectives on Restaurant Dynamics & Distribution with Michael Halen, Senior Restaurant Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence 58:11

4M ago58:11

58:11

Today, I have the opportunity to welcome Michael Halen, a Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Restaurant & Foodservice Analyst who researches and publishes analyses of over eighteen publicly traded restaurant companies as well as the major foodservice distributors. In this episode, Mike gives us a rundown of the state of the consumer market as we also ex…

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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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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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Strategies for Enhancing Foodservice Distribution: Maximizing Chain and Supplier-Manufacturer Relationships with Rich Wolverton, Former VP of Category Management at US Foods 55:29

4M ago55:29

55:29

Welcome back to another episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. Our guest for today is Rich Wolverton, a current Datum FS advisor who served as former VP of category management at Food Services of America and led their merchandising integration into US foods. Tapping into Rich’s 40+ years wealth of knowledge in food sales and merchandising leaders…

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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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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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Expand your restaurant brand beyond the store into delivery and retail. Best practices with Brandon Tammaro, Wow Bao’s Vice President of Strategic Growth 55:33

5M ago55:33

55:33

In Today’s episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Brandon Tammaro, Vice President of Strategic Growth at Wow Bao. Brandon shares his early career at C.H. Robinson and The Kraft Heinz Company, emphasizing the importance of efficient freight management and mastery of supply chain coordination in the food service industry. Exploring the company'…

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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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Talking Tech-Driven Food Traceability with Katy Jones 51:27

5M ago51:27

51:27

Welcome back to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. Our guest for this episode is the magnificent Katy Jones, an experienced, growth-focused tech executive who embarked on her journey in the food industry in 2015 as the CMO of FoodLoqiQ. Rising through the ranks, she secured the CEO seat by 2020 and currently serves as the Chief Customer Officer of Trust…

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

6M ago19:39

19:39

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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Price Stability in the Food Supply Chain: A Conversation with Rich Counsell 47:42

6M ago47:42

47:42

Hi Folks! In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we engage in a conversation with the one and only Rich Counsell. With a rich career in the Supply Chain, including roles as CEO at WARBLER, Director at STOKE FARMS, and currently serving as CEO in his latest venture Stable. Commodities in Food supply chain have never been more fragile, and …

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The Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Green and Ethical Bikini - Charys Caldarella 15:20

6M ago15:20

15:20

As we’re now in peak summer season, we here at the Greener Way are reviewing our swimwear wardrobe with an eye as always on the intersection of fashion and ethics. Joining us is Charys Caldarella, founder of ethical swimwear line Styelle Swim to talk about how to build a sustainable fashion brand from the ground up.…

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Deep dive: Blue Finance explained – Lucy Holmes 20:39

6M ago20:39

20:39

Sure, you’ve got the know-how on all shades of green – but have you heard of blue finance? In our latest episode Lucy Holmes, Senior Director of Blue Finance at WWF US Oceans Markets & Finance, joins FS Sustainability senior journalist Rose Mary Petrass. Lucy works with banks and investors to identify the risks of a business-as-usual approach and t…

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New year, new portfolio: ethical investing with Louise Edkins 16:19

6M ago16:19

16:19

It’s that time of year when we pause to reflect on the past and plan for the future. Is one of your New Year's resolutions to help save the world and align your investments with your values? In this podcast we hear from Louise Edkins, one half of the co-founders of Ethical Investment Advisers, a boutique ethical investment firm she co-founded in 20…

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Tracing Success: Rick Buttner on Traceability in Foodservice 47:23

6M ago47:23

47:23

Hello everyone. In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we welcome Rick Buttner. With a rich and lengthy career journey, Rick has held key roles, including Manager of Quality and Distribution at Subway and later, Senior Director of Supply Chain Operations at IPC (Owned by Subway). Join us as we look into Rick's journey, exploring his exper…

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Recognising 60,000+ years of care for country - Josh Gilbert 24:03

7M ago24:03

24:03

We’re joined by Joshua Gilbert, a Worimi man who lives and works on country. Josh is a Senior Researcher at the UTS Jumbunna Institute of Indigenous Education and Research and is completing his PhD at Charles Sturt University, focusing on the post-colonial involvement of Indigenous peoples in Western agricultural systems. We’re here to talk about J…

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