Best Natalie Dee Podcasts (2024)

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Everything Is Real: Weird August 2024 1:05:48

11m ago1:05:48

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This month, we read Luis Elizondo's book "Imminent" so you wouldn't have to (it's not great!) Inside, we found that his years-long claim of having new information to disclose about UFOs and aliens was almost completely false. But he did admit to running Guantánamo Bay, the notorious torture camp where the US Government still holds prisoners to this…

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Screening and controversies – tobacco, weapons, and more with Julia Leske 15:39

1h ago15:39

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When investors want to avoid specific activities in their portfolio – like tobacco, gambling, weapons, or adult entertainment – they turn to ESG screening. But what happens behind the scenes when fund managers make these crucial decisions? Are all ESG funds created equal? And how can an investor be sure their money isn’t inadvertently supporting se…

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Investing in low-carbon, energy-efficient green buildings with Davina Rooney 16:23

11d ago16:23

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This episode outlines the climate and commercial case for sustainable buildings. With buildings and building materials in hot demand, especially as the nation grapples with meeting its housing targets, momentum is growing on the sustainability side. To discuss, host Rose Mary Petrass, senior journalist at FS Sustainability welcomes Davina Rooney Da…

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Nuclear power in Australia’s energy transition with Jai Mirchandani 11:06

5h ago11:06

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There are currently more than 400 nuclear power reactors in 32 countries, generating about a tenth of the world's electricity. The Coalition’s plan to build seven nuclear power plants to replace Australia's ageing coal-fired power stations and to abandon the government's 2030 net zero target has been receiving plenty of attention. Is this idea viab…

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A just transition for regional Australia with Amanda Cahill 10:02

20h ago10:02

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No one should be left behind in the transition to a net zero economy – and behind the scenes, both private and public sectors are working hard to understand where funding needs to flow. But putting aside nice-to-haves, will achieving a just transition have an impact on investor returns and reduce risk whether financial, reputational or systemic? Am…

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Everything Is Real Presents: Weird July 2024 47:18

24d ago47:18

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Welp, it turns out that Morgellons is actually aliens. That's not great! Plus: Black Sabbath bassist visited by orb, Van Halen member visited by orb, Bob Dylan visited by devil or alien, and much more. It's Weird July and it's free for you to listen to right now. Please subscribe to our Patreon, by the way. It’s at https://patreon.com/garbagebrainu…

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Can the market solve climate change? Climate finance with Blair Palese 14:12

27d ago14:12

14:12

The US Inflation Reduction Act will crowd in more than $3 trillion US dollars of investment over the next decade. The Future Made in Australia Act has been billed as Australia’s response to the US IRA – but are taxpayer dollars better spent elsewhere? Today, we discuss climate finance and the role of government in de-risking climate investing. And …

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Moving business towards a low carbon economy with Jon Dee 18:47

17d ago18:47

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This episode is all about the power of advocacy and moving business towards a low carbon economy. Influential public figure, philanthropist Jon Dee is the founder of a number of initiatives including Planet Ark, DoSomething, and National Recycling Week. He is also the chair of the Forest Stewardship Council of Australia and New Zealand. Host Rose M…

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Top ethical, sustainable, and responsible stocks and how to find them with Erica Hall 15:54

22d ago15:54

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Today's guest is Erica Hall, director of strategy and distribution at U Ethical Investors. Erica has experience across ESG, advisor solutions and more. She is also the author of 'Top Stocks Special Edition - Ethical, Sustainable, Responsible: A Sharebuyer's Guide to ESG for Leading Australian Companies'. Senior Journalist Rose Mary Petrass sits dow…

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Radical super reform for climate change progress with retirement heavyweight Jeremy Cooper 15:58

2M ago15:58

15:58

“The biggest challenge in our lifetime is the global market failure we call climate change” – Jeremy Cooper. Jeremy has a radical idea to shake up Australia’s superannuation system for climate change progress. With a wide-ranging career spanning over four decades, Jeremy Cooper is a regular commentator on superannuation and retirement income. He wa…

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NAIDOC Week: First Nations cultural heritage and FPIC with Rachel Perkins and Anirudha (Anu) Nagar 12:02

2M ago12:02

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This NAIDOC Week, we welcome two guests to the show to discuss legislation, risk, best practice, storytelling as a tool for change, and the concept of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC). Australia has a crucial responsibility to protect and respect First Nations cultural heritage; there are serious consequences if things go wrong. The recentl…

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Everything Is Real Presents: Weird June 2024 45:27

1M ago45:27

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We share the weirdest stories from June with you, including the world of secret fungus, the alien intervention in NASA exploration, one weird tip to stop an alien abduction, and much more. • natalie & drew This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.garbagebrainuniversity…

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Momentum on nature, biodiversity, and climate with Natalie Kyriacou 14:18

2M ago14:18

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Natalie Kyriacou joins senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass to discuss how Australia is tracking on ESG compared to our global peers. The pair discuss Australia’s Nature Repair Market scheme and the Coalition’s proposal to ditch Australia’s 43% emissions reduction target if it wins the next election and invest in nuclear energy. Natalie’s w…

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

2M ago16:23

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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

3M ago21:54

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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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Researching ESG investment products with Aman Ramrakha 19:18

3M ago19:18

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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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Everything Is Real Presents: Weird May 2024 55:52

3M ago55:52

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Karl Nell, former U.S. Army Colonel, admits that non-human intelligence is real, and on Earth. • natalie & drew This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.garbagebrainuniversity.com/subscribeBy Drew & Natalie Dee

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

3M ago17:12

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

3M ago21:53

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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

3M ago17:59

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

4M ago17:45

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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

4M ago10:07

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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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Everything Is Real Presents: Weird April 2024 46:10

3M ago46:10

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Scientists agree with what we've been telling you for years: animals are conscious and have subjective experiences! We tell you why they came to this conclusion, along with the tales of animals which not only proved to be conscious - but telepathic. Also, we talk about Mothman, omens and prognostication, the mathematical basis of the universe, entr…

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

4M ago20:32

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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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Advancing First Nations outcomes with Phil Usher 15:43

4M ago15:43

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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

4M ago19:28

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

5M ago19:43

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

5M ago17:35

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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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Everything Is Real Presents: Weird March 2024 55:36

4M ago55:36

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This month, we explore the return of the monolith in Wales, the brand-new (more realistic) alien bodies in Peru, the alien handwriting disclosed by an American lawyer, and dozens of other topics. Our Weird Month episodes are free for the public, but if you'd like to hear 400+ more humor-based episodes about aliens, the occult, quantum physics, the …

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The international fight against greenwashing - John Pabon 18:33

5M ago18:33

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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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Episode 7: Announcement of our 30 over 30 winners for 2024 20:20

5M ago20:20

20:20

The 2024 class of the Western Life and Style 30 Over 30 Winners is announced in this episode of the Western Life and Style Trailblazers podcast.By Ali Dee & Nicole James

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

5M ago30:27

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

6M ago18:12

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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

6M ago26:31

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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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Everything Is Real Presents: Weird February 2024 43:12

6M ago43:12

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We recap everything weird that happened this month in the world of aliens, consciousness, quantum physics, and more. Patrons get 400+ Everything Is Real and Garbage Brain University episodes, as well as access to our private subscriber discord, so if you haven't become a patron yet, now's the time! • natalie & drew This is a public episode. If you’…

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

6M ago28:01

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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

6M ago23:42

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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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Driving net zero in infrastructure – Niall Mills 25:02

7M ago25:02

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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

7M ago21:34

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

7M ago17:50

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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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Everything Is Real Presents: Weird January 2024 52:46

7M ago52:46

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Today begins our new series, where we examine the UFO, alien, paranormal, and otherwise weird events of the month, and fill you in on what they mean. This month, we talk about the Jellyfish UFO, aliens at the mall in Miami, what real scientists think about Neil Degrasse Tyson, extra dimensions, alien disclosure, the Department of Defense, and more.…

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Greening Gold - Terry Heymann 24:54

7M ago24:54

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

8M 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

8M 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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One easy step to improving financial return - Raymone Jackson 19:39

8M 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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The Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Green and Ethical Bikini - Charys Caldarella 15:20

8M ago15:20

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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

8M ago20:39

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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

9M ago16:19

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

9M ago24:03

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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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New sex harassment laws – Anna Cody 14:09

9M ago14:09

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From December 12th, workplaces will be legally required to manage psychosocial risk in much the same way as physical risk - meaning workplaces can be held liable for sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination, and investigations can be made regardless of whether a complaint has been filed. In this podcast FS Sustainability Senior Journalist …

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