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For PerspectiveNotion goes Offline, Apple's Emotional Marketing, Rising TechApple's Emotional Marketing Strategy, Notes Apps War Heats Up, and Why Tech Prices Keep Rising | For Perspective PodcastIn this week's episode, I dive into Apple's shift toward emotional marketing with their powerful "No Frame Missed" short film about accessibility, the escalating battle between Notion, Obsidian, and Craft for productivity supremacy, and why tech prices seem to be going up everywhere.Get my new Apple Notes Guide here: https://billmclean.gumroad.com/l/wdsjzWhat We Cover:Apple CarPlay gets Live Activities...
2025-08-2521 min
She Can - The PodcastCommunicating with confidence with Bill McFarlanIn this episode, I’m joined by Bill McFarlan, internationally recognised communication expert, former BBC broadcaster, and bestselling author of 'Are You Good Enough?' and 'Drop the Pink Elephant'.Bill shares powerful insights on how to let go of self-doubt, eliminate unhelpful language, and communicate with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re leading a team, building a business, or simply wanting to express yourself more effectively, this conversation will inspire you to drop the pink elephants in your own life and step into your true potential.Hope you love it!Meg X...
2025-08-2231 min
For PerspectiveAI Job Crisis, Notion Updates, Billionaire Drama and more!🎯 What I Cover:* Bloomberg's report on AI impacting entry-level jobs for college graduates* Why the job market has me genuinely worried (plus my traffic jam revelation)* Notion CEO's appearance on The Verge's Decoder podcast - key takeaways* My experiment moving from Apple Notes/Reminders to Notion* Billionaire drama: Elon vs Apple vs Sam Altman (featuring Grok's hot take)* Perplexity's $34.5B bid for Google Chrome* Apple Watch blood oxygen feature returns* ChatGPT-5 controversy and user complaints* Sam Altman admits AI is in a bubble⠀💡 Key Insi...
2025-08-1819 min
For PerspectiveBig Brother at Work, $500K AI Salaries, and Your Charger Has Firmware?Welcome back to Four Perspective! In this week's episode (Season 2, Episode 2), I'm diving into the biggest tech stories making waves right now.What we're covering:* Companies are getting serious about return-to-office policies with badge tracking and surveillance - but is this the right approach?* Meta is poaching AI talent from Apple with insane salary offers ($350K-$500K for product managers!)* OpenAI hits a $500 billion valuation but only 10% of users actually pay* My hands-on experience with GPT-5 and why it's now the default model* Apple...
2025-08-1214 min
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and AnalysisPutin’s Defiance, Sean McLean on Caitlin Clark and WNBA Racial Bias, & Epstein Subpoena Schedule ReleasedTonight's rundown: Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Stand Up for Your Country.
Talking Points Memo: Bill examines President Putin's defiance and explains why China holds the leverage to turn things around quickly.
An update on Gaza and Bill’s view that Hamas is to blame for the situation.
In 2024, Jewish Americans made up 70% of victims in religious hate crimes, according to new FBI data.
Sean McLean, founder of Origin Advocacy, joins the No Spin News to discuss his perspective on the Caitlin Clark situation in the WNBA and the p...
2025-08-0733 min
For PerspectiveAI Spending, Apple is LAST, Figma IPO and more!Dive into the week’s biggest tech stories as we unpack Big Tech’s record-shattering $344 billion AI spend in 2025, ChatGPT vs. Google Gemini head-to-head performance, and Tim Cook’s bold stance on Apple Intelligence, all from my brand-new basement studio. We break down how on-device AI, privacy-first machine learning, and cloud LLMs are reshaping productivity, plus why Mark Gurman’s “We’ve rarely been first” report signals Apple’s next move. If you’re tracking AI news, large-language-model trends, Apple Shortcuts automation, or the best AI tools for creators, this episode is packed with insights you can’t miss.Whether you’re a tec...
2025-08-0614 min
WSJ's Take On the WeekBarclays Analyst on What Investors Should Know About Trump’s Tax BillIn this episode of WSJ's Take On the Week, we jump straight into a topic on many minds: the GOP's One Big Beautiful Bill. Co-hosts Gunjan Banerji and Telis Demos are joined by Michael McLean, public policy senior analyst at Barclays, to unpack what some investors are paying attention to when it comes to the GOP’s One Big Beautiful Bill. McLean explains the differing viewpoints between Washington and Wall Street and the role of a rising U.S. deficit. Plus, the hosts share and answer listener questions about tax policy asked at WSJ’s Future of Everything conference in M...
2025-06-2924 min
For PerspectiveApple User Reacts to Google IOIs Google already winning the personalized AI race? While Apple Intelligence was expected to lead with personal context, it seems Google is storming ahead, leveraging its vast ecosystem – Search, Drive, Gmail – to train an AI that truly knows you. But is it all good news for users, especially with confusing new paid plans on the horizon?In this episode of 'For Perspective,' we dissect Google's latest barrage of AI announcements. From the impressive (but still gapped) 400 million Gemini users to the truly interactive potential of Project Astra, we're breaking down what these advancements mean for your productivity, creativity, and...
2025-05-2619 min
For PerspectiveM4 iPad - A Pro Paperweight!In episode 12 of For Perspective, I dive into the DOJ's case against Google, discuss Claude's exciting new business integrations, and share my honest thoughts about what my iPad Pro is actually good for now that I've added a MacBook Pro to my setup. Plus, I reflect on making intentional tech purchases and finding the right tools for your specific workflow. Whether you're tech-obsessed or just curious about optimizing your Apple ecosystem, this episode offers some practical insights from my recent experiences.Chapters0:00 - Intro
2025-05-1215 min
For PerspectiveWhen Boring Productivity is actually PERFECT!Are you tired of the endless search for the perfect productivity app? In this For Perspective episode, I cut through the noise of complex systems and make a case for the power of "Boring Productivity." First up, I'll give you a quick hit of tech and AI news: Apple's been quiet, Beats has new cables (but I'm still Team Anker!), and Verizon's offering intriguing bundles like Google One with Gemini Advanced. Plus, OpenAI might be building another social app (why?), while Elon Musk's xAI snaps up X (Twitter) to boost Grok.
2025-04-2819 min
For PerspectiveAll About Notes AppsIn this episode of For Perspective, I dive deep into the world of note-taking apps, sharing my personal journey. Starting with grad school using OneNote, exploring the markdown capabilities of Drafts, and detailed experiences with Apple Notes, Obsidian, Notion, and Bear Notes.Plus, stay tuned for:Apple News: AirPods Max update and WWDC keynote anticipation.AI News: First impressions of Gemini 2.5 Pro and its potential for creative collaboration.Whether you're seeking the perfect "second brain" or just need a reliable place to jot down ideas, this episode provides valuable perspective on choosing the right notes app for your needs.
2025-04-2126 min
For PerspectiveApple Pricing Ladder is Seriously Effective!FOR PERSPECTIVE EP9: Apple's M4 MacBooks, My Setup Overhaul & AI EvolutionIn this packed episode, I dive into Apple's latest announcements including the new M4 MacBook Air and refreshed Mac Studio lineup. I share my personal journey upgrading to a MacBook Pro with the nano texture display (and how Apple's pricing ladder got me again).Plus, I reveal the changes to my office setup - including how I finally separated my filming station from my workstation to make content creation more efficient.We'll also explore:- My return to Apple Notes & Reminders after falling down the Notion rabbit hole- The...
2025-04-0718 min
Bite Sized Nightmares PodcastThe SkinwalkerSend us a textYou've heard campfire tales of creatures lurking in the woods, but Bill Green's encounter transcends typical wilderness horror into something far more sinister. When this veteran wildlife photographer ventures deep into New Hampshire's White Mountain National Forest, his camera captures more than spectacular scenery—it becomes witness to something profoundly unnatural.The first warning signs appear subtly: trees clawed and contorted, a deer carcass mangled beyond recognition. Then emerges the creature itself—towering, fur-covered, with amber eyes that don't merely observe but understand. The attack leaves Bill bloodied but alive, managing a de...
2025-03-2914 min
For PerspectiveWhere to Start with AI? 3 Easy StepsWhere to Get Started with AI in 2025 | From Beginner to AdvancedIn this episode of For Perspective, I break down three levels of AI engagement everyone should know about in 2025. As an engineer exploring the AI landscape, I share my practical approach to getting started with artificial intelligence tools and understanding the current state of AI technology.LEVEL 1: Practical AI Usage- Top AI models compared: ChatGPT vs Claude vs Grok vs Perplexity- Why prompt engineering isn't just for engineers- How to improve your AI prompting skills through experimentation- Using AI for deep research and brainstorming without a paid subscriptionLEVEL 2: Expanding...
2025-03-2327 min
For PerspectiveIs Subscription Fatigue Real?Subscriptions are everywhere. People are tired of them, but they aren't going away.I go through the value proposition of subscriptions, do a review of ones that I have and could probably cancel as well as my gripes with subscriptions, specifically within the Apple Ecosystem.Sign up for my new weekly Newsletter The Digital Pulse!https://billmclean.substack.com/Check me out on Social:https://www.threads.net/@williambmcleanhttps://x.com/wbmcleanhttps://bsky.app/profile/billmclean.bsky.socialMust-have...
2025-03-0920 min
For PerspectiveThe Evolution of Content - Podcasts vs YouTube VideosIn this episode, I talk about the blurring lines between podcasting and YouTube content creation. As a content creator managing multiple channels, I've been fascinated by how these formats are evolving and converging.Key Topics:- The changing landscape of podcast production and visual elementsAnalysis of different podcast styles: from Joe Rogan to MKBHDExamining authenticity in highly produced content vs. natural conversationsThe future of podcasting and video contentFeatured Examples and Analysis...
2025-02-2315 min
Basic AF: a (mostly) tech podcastWho Pays for Calendar Apps & Next-Level Notes with Bill McLeanJeff and Tom are joined by Bill McLean for a great discussion on third-party calendar app subscriptions, extending the capabilities of Apple Notes with Forever Notes, and a round-up of AI tools that Bill uses.Where to find more from Bill McLean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BillMcLeanWeb: https://www.williambmclean.comThreads: https://www.threads.net/@williambmcleanLinks from the show:About migrating Apple Account purchases between accounts - Apple SupportFantasticalMorgen - Daily...
2025-02-171h 01
Climate ConversationsClimate News: 'What do I do?, she asked. We can only do what we can do from where we are. John Grimes damns nuclear powerMy friend was distressed, feeling useless and unable to make an impact, John Grimes (pictured), by comparison, is motivated and calling out Peter Dutton's nuclear power place.
"Dutton defends nuclear costings as opponents warn of power bill hit";
"China’s ‘artificial sun’ has sent shockwaves through the West";
"Australia can be a winner from Trump’s climate retreat";
"Australian Security Leaders Climate Group";
"Lies, damned lies and catastrophic risks";
"Climate change and Australian security: a conversation with Admiral Chris Barrie";
"Climate Adaptation Fair";
"Extreme...
2025-02-0730 min
For PerspectivePros/Cons of a Full-time Job AND YouTubeJoin me as I break down the advantages and challenges of balancing a corporate career with content creation. Drawing from experience as both an engineer and YouTuber, I give my honest perspective on maintaining creative freedom while enjoying the security of traditional employment.Key topics covered:Benefits of keeping your day job while building a YouTube channelNavigating brand deals and sponsorship contracts as a part-time creatorManaging creative freedom vs financial pressureReal experience with contract negotiations and IP rights
2025-02-0123 min
For PerspectiveMac Studio and iPad Pro - The Overlooked Killer ComboFor Perspective Podcast - Why I Switched from MacBook to Desktop + iPad Pro Setup | Tech Workflow Evolution
In this episode, I break down my unexpected journey from being a MacBook Air user to adopting a Mac Studio + iPad Pro M4 workflow. After years of keeping my MacBook in clamshell mode and dealing with battery degradation, I made a decisive switch that transformed my creative process.
Key Discussion Points:
Why the traditional laptop setup wasn't optimal for my workflow
How the M2 Max Mac Studio changed my desktop experience
iPad Pro M4 as a portable powerhouse for content creation
Real-world...
2025-01-1914 min
For PerspectiveTop 3 Books of the Year - Creativity, Storytelling, ProductivityThis week I go throughout the top 3 books that I read throughout 2024.
The Creative Act by Rick Rubin
Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks
The PARA Method by Tiago Forte
These three books were all setup in bite sized chunks packed full of information that has me clamoring for a second read through. I share some of the most impactful quotes and look back on the book summaries I wrote as soon as I finished these three books.
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2025-01-0534 min
For PerspectiveCan you be a tech YouTuber without buying the latest gear?In this podcast I talk about my experience as a tech creator. I've tried to break down some ways to become a tech creator, without having to pony up the money to buy all of the latest releases.
I cover the alarming rate of tech releases, why I choose to not cover tech like a news outlet and how I am shifting my focus to try to make more videos about the tech that I already own and how it makes my life better to use.
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2024-12-2719 min
For PerspectiveIntroverted YoutuberCreating YouTube videos as an introvert with a full-time job is no joke. From battling nerves on camera to balancing scripts, comments, and editing, it’s tough—but rewarding. In this video, I share how I navigate the challenges of filming, finding balance, and embracing growth while staying true to my creative process. Join me for an honest look behind the scenes!
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2024-12-0712 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Good and encouraging news in the climate space can be rare and almost impossible find and then along come Ayana Elizabeth JohnsonAyana Elizabeth Johnson, the author of "What If We Get it Right?", has been described as the"rock star" of the climate movement. Here, she appears on "Climate One" with Bill McKibben and Abigail Dillen.
"Hot, wet summers becoming the norm in Australia";
"Pollution from cremations is set to double. Can saying goodbye be a greener process?";
"Australia still a contender in green hydrogen race, says BP";
"‘Gas is here to stay’: Opposition pledges public funds for fossil fuels":
"The one simple change you can make to cut household bill...
2024-10-1743 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Bill McKibben of the catastrophe that is Donald Trump; The Guardian reports on our record breaking summerBill McKibben (pictured) writes in The Guardian about the danger of Donald Trump winning the U.S. Presidential election - "Donald Trump gets everything wrong about the climate crisis";
"Hottest summer on record could lead to warmest year ever measured";
"Households, EVs to the rescue as Australia’s emissions cuts stagnate";
"‘Make good on what they promised’: Greens ultimatum on Labor’s signature policy";
"Fossil Fuel Funding Is ‘Embedded’ Across Academia. What Does That Mean for Climate Research?";
"How Oil And Gas Companies Infiltrate Higher Education to Maintain Influence";
"Fossi...
2024-09-0817 min
Milk Crates and Turntables. A Music Discussion PodcastEp. 153 - The Unforgettable Music and Moments of 1976Send us a textWhat if we told you that 1976 was more than just a year, but a defining era in music and pop culture? Join us on this nostalgic trip back to a time when The Eagles' "Greatest Hits" was the first album certified platinum, and Paul Simon and Captain and Tennille ruled the Grammy Awards. We welcome our good friends Lou Colicchio and Mark Smith from the Music Relish Show, whose playful banter and inside jokes add an extra layer of fun to our walk down memory lane. Together, we respond to live audience comments...
2024-07-122h 18
Rural Health Leadership Radio™A Conversation about “The Fearless Organization” by Amy EdmondsonIn this episode of Rural Health Leadership Radio, Dr. Bill Auxier reflects on his recent experience at the Coaching and Leadership in Healthcare event co-hosted by Harvard Medical School, the Institute of Coaching, and McLean Hospital. He discusses the concept of "intelligent failure" as presented by Harvard Professor Amy Edmondson, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing intelligent failures, which are well-considered and lead to valuable learnings, from mere sloppy mistakes. The discussion explores how embracing intelligent failures can foster innovation and growth within organizations and the pivotal role of leadership particularly in rural settings. “Intelligent failure happens all th...
2024-05-2135 min
I Love Neuro214: What To Know About Being Non-Participating With Medicare With Tyler Horton, PT, DPT, NCSThere are a lot of reasons you can go into private practice. Most of which have to do with the desire to provide care in a different way than you’ve seen in your community. But the way you set up your practice can be as unique as you are. One challenging question most neuro clinicians face when setting up their private practice is what to do about Medicare? As policies with Medicare continue to change, many opt to enroll in Medicare as a non-participating provider. This means you work with Medicare beneficiaries to deliver covered services but you bi...
2024-05-2045 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: 'This is sick', Executive Director of The Australia Institute, Richard Denniss, on Tuesday night's BudgetRichard Denniss (pictured) heads The Australia Institute and is alarmed at the Australian Labor Government's latest Budget that champions gas, a fossil fuel.
"More than 200 authors renew call for Baillie Gifford to divest from fossil fuel";
"Solicitor general to appeal over case of climate activist who held sign on jurors’ rights";
"Wet winter could cut UK food self sufficiency by about a tenth";
"Talking Shop: Telling the Climate Story Locally";
"The unsung heroes keeping our lights on";
"The 1.5C global heating target was always a dream, but it...
2024-05-1723 min
Climate ConversationsInterview: Modern Money Lab founder, Gabrielle Bond, helps me understand the myths of deficitsJust 40 minutes, along with a fair bit of research, with Gabrielle Bond (pictured), the woman behind the Modern Money Lab at Adelaides Torrens University, changed, no, exploded my views about economic ideas, particularly those of Federal Government deficits.
Gabrielle is an enthusiast of the Modern Money Theory (MMT) and an ardent supporter of her contemporary from the university, Assistant Professor Steven Hail, who explained MMT through an article in The Conversation, entitled, "Explainer: what is modern monetary theory?".
In that article, he discussed one of MMT's pioneers, Professor Bill Mitchell, who has long explored the w...
2024-04-1425 minMilk Crates and Turntables. A Music Discussion PodcastEp. 142- Exploring One-Hit Wonders and Musical Nostalgia: A Journey Through Music HistorySend us a textEver wonder what happened to those one-hit wonders that captured our hearts for a brief, shining moment? Mark Smith, Lou Colicchio, and I are your tour guides on a nostalgic expedition through the twists and turns of music history. We kick things off with a playful round of '45 Poker,' rifling through our records to unearth once-cherished tunes like "Black Water" and "Lady Marmalade." The debate heats up as we toss party anthems into the ring, putting "Love Rollercoaster" head-to-head with "Fire," and we don't shy away from a little controversy as we...
2024-04-052h 19
Climate ConversationsClimate News: From Friends of Earth (Melbourne) to a teenage journey around Australia, working for the 'dark side'The Program Coordinator with Geelong Sustainability, Karina Donkers (pictured) encouraged me to talk about my time working with an oil and gas exploration company, The Western Geophysical Company of America.
This word journey began for me following an unexpected meeting with the Melbourne-based Friends of the Earth.
"VFF names policy and advocacy leaders";
"Fuels versus food fight becoming ‘less emotional’";
"Crackdown on dark roofs in plan for growth suburbs";
"Three homes lost as fire tears through bushland in WA’s south";
"Energy shortage fears prompt minister to pump u...
2024-03-2728 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: XR frustrates travellers on Melbourne's West Gate Bridge, being criticized loudly by most and quietly praised by a fewTraffic on Melbourne's West Gate Bridge was disrupted and slowed to a halt when three people from Extinction Rebellion blocked two lanes of traffic with a large truck - the trio was arrested: "Three charged after climate activist Deanna ‘Violet’ Coco and others block traffic on Melbourne’s West Gate Bridge";
"Serial climate protesters jailed for blocking West Gate Bridge";
"View from The Hill: Peter Dutton talks up nuclear replacements for coal-fired generators";
"New rules will force U.S. firms to divulge role in warming the planet";
"Air pollution kills 1 million a year...
2024-03-0839 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Claims of being 'disingenuous' levelled at those concerned about carbon capture and storageChief Executive of Australian Energy Producers, Samantha McCulloch (pictured), interviewed on Radio National - "Federal Court dismisses case brought by Tiwi traditional owners against Santos";
"The climate-nuclear nexus: What climate change means for nuclear security";
"Tracking Freezing Temperatures in the U.S.";
"‘Cheaper to save the world than destroy it’: why capitalism is going green";
"EU adding wind farms at record pace, enabling accelerated coal phase-out";
"Disruption. Implications. Choices.";
"All-electric skyscraper nears completion in Brooklyn";
"PR giant Edelman worked with Koch network, despite climate pledges";
2024-01-1721 min
This Happened Once BeforePhish @ Ian Mclean's Farm 5/25/89 w/NoahWelcome to This Happened Once Before, a conversation between generational Phish fans. I’m your host Bill and this week I’m joined by Noah, who has attended 130+ shows over his time seeing the band. Noah brings his knowledge, experience, and passion as we discuss his journey to Phish, highlights from the shows he’s attended, and then we discuss the show from 5/28/1989 at Ian McLean’s Farm Hebron, NY. Also, I share my thoughts on Derek's recommendation from 7/24/22 at the Meadows in Hartford, CT. Let's get the show on the road. To be par...
2024-01-021h 28Milk Crates and Turntables. A Music Discussion PodcastEp. 128 - Deck the Halls with Christmas Tunes, Christmas Movies and Tales of Christmas CheerSend us a textEver wondered how a warm, vinyl groove of Otis Redding's "Merry Christmas Baby" might duke it out with Band Aid's controversial "Do They Know It's Christmas?" for a spot on your holiday playlist? Well, strap in your sleigh bells, because that's exactly the kind of festive face-off we're bringing in this jolly jaunt through Christmas music and movies. Alongside music aficionados Mark Smith, Luke Collichio, and the ever-insightful guest from Music Relish, we're stirring the eggnog of debate, sprinkling in some hearty laughs, and, yes, even airing a few grievances in true Festivus...
2023-12-212h 25
Climate ConversationsClimate News: 2050 targets are just too late - Graeme Pearman; How to talk about climate change - Dr Katherine Hayhoe; Billionaires are out of touch - Rebecca SolnitListen as a retired Australian climate scientist, Graeme Pearman (pictured) , wonders about where he went wrong - "‘Where did I go wrong?’ The scientist who tried to raise the climate alarm";
"How to Talk About Climate Change at Thanksgiving Dinner";
"Billionaires are out of touch and much too powerful. The planet is in trouble";
"Richest 1% account for more carbon emissions than poorest 66%, report says";
"Uber driver switches to EV, saves money";
"The climate scientists who saw the crisis coming – Weight of the world podcast, part 1";
"The right is bab...
2023-11-2123 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Bill McKibben alarmed by U.S. LPG plans; The kids are back protesting on our streets; When two wheels are better than fourBill McKibben, probably the world's pre-eminent climate activist, was a recent guest on a Canary Media webinar: "How LNG exports threaten our clean energy future";
"After-school meetings, recycled signs: School climate strike returns to Melbourne";
"Horse Trading: Senate stoush less about Penny Wong’s Sea Dumping bill than Matt Canavan’s renewables inquiry";
"Saudi Arabia is building a futuristic ski resort in the middle of the desert";
"Kicking the can down the road: Australia risks missing climate transition opportunities";
"When two wheels are better than four: a buyer’s guide...
2023-11-1931 min
Climate ConversationsInterview: Climate epiphany - 'It just felt like living in nightmare' - Amy Blain; And John Smith from Canberrra's Peoples Climate AssemblyThe Australian 2019-20 bushfires saw Amy Blain and her young family trapped on the beach at Bermagui in New South Wales.
Amy had always been concerned about environmental issues, but that moment of "living in a nightmare" was an epiphany for her.
Returning safely from her bushfire/Bermagui experience, Amy decided it was time to take her activism to a new level and now she chairs Canberra's Peoples Climate Assembly.
Climate Conversations made contact with Amy via the group's treasurer, John Smith, during a webinar organized by Anjali Sharma, to talk about the "...
2023-10-0741 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: 'I don't plant trees' -Bill Gates; Antarctic winter sea ice hits 'extreme' record lowBill Gates (pictured) doesn't plant trees as he is not into "brute force" solutions climate change.
"Black Saturday bushfires";
"Scientists found the most intense heat wave ever recorded — in Antarctica";
"Farmers are bracing for another drought. Here's what it might mean for food prices";
"Households boost renewable supply, but big projects dwindle";
"Antarctic winter sea ice hits 'extreme' record low";
"Hydrogen port gets funding deal as federal government spruiks Whyalla 'green steel' ";
"Don’t choose LEGO bricks made from recycled plastic Economy";
"Fishers fine...
2023-09-2609 min
Climate ConversationsInterview: Anjali Sharma eager to see a 'duty of care' impact all government decisions, especially those that worsen climate changeAnjali Sharma (pictured) played a lead role in arguing that the Federal Government owed all young Australians a duty to take reasonable care to protect them from climate change harm - they case initially fell in their favour, but then was lost on appeal.
Anjali and her contemporaries not disheartened by that "defeat", continued with preparation of their argument and now with the support of Australian Capital Territory Senator, David Pocock, a private members Bill calling for a duty of care is now before the Senate.
People can learn more about the BIll's proposals through...
2023-09-2326 min
WHEN DATING HURTSPatrisha McLean - Married to Famous Recording Artist and Marital Abuser.Patrisha McLean was married to a world-renowned singer for 29 years. It started as a fairytale relationship but devolved into a 24/7 nightmare. For 29 years!Like many survivors, it took Patrisha a long time before she recognized this as classic domestic violence. Getting out almost cost her life. This episode teaches what can happen to anyone who doesn't know the warning signs. It also informs you on what to do when these red flags are detected.Thank you for listening to our WHEN DATING HURTS podcast,
2023-08-181h 04
Climate ConversationsBill Chandler: A skeptical optimist who saw good urban design as critical to combatting the climate crisisBill Chandler (pictured) was a beautiful gentleman who attracted, people of similar ilk and it was along with a few others that in 1986 he set up the Melbourne-based Urban Design Forum (UDF).
The group had serious intent in ensuring Australia was creating towns and cities focussing on people rather than machines. Yet, it went about its work in an understated and informal manner.
Bill was vitally implicated in major projects throughout Melbourne and never stepped back from the UDF's guiding philosophy that people rather than machines needed to be given priority at every stage of...
2023-07-1616 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: The evidence is hard and indisuptable; Bill McKibben talks about saying "No" and "Yes"; The military climate blind spot; Uganda oil pipeline has ‘devastated’ livelihoods"Global heat in ‘uncharted territory’ as scientists warn 2023 could be the hottest year on record";
"Even ‘Safe’ Places Are Experiencing Climate Chaos in America";
"Floods, fires and deadly heat are the alarm bells of a planet on the brink";
"Extreme heat wave reaches Arizona and swelters southern U.S.: Live weather updates";
"A Major Heat Wave Arrives in California";
"Coast-to-coast heat dome sends temperatures soaring, threatens all-time records";
"Stopping Climate Change Is Doable, but Time Is Short, U.N. Panel Warns";
"Uganda oil pipeline has ‘devastated...
2023-07-1314 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Amanda McKenzie in bid for Climate Council cash; Alan Finkel talks about new book, "Powering Up; Scientists consider cloud brightening to save Great Barrier ReefClimate Council CEO, Amanda McKenzie (pictured) in call for cash - "Climate Council builds an unstoppable wave of momentum for climate ambition";
"79% of Plants Remaining on Earth Must Be Saved to Meet UN Climate Goals, Study Says";
"Uber backs pollution caps to slash electric car costs in Australia";
"Australia has introduced a new bill that will allow us to ship carbon emissions overseas. Here’s why that’s not a great idea";
"Severe weather update | Bureau of Meteorology";
"As a bushfire bore down on his home, Ed ignored crucial advic...
2023-06-2814 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Rihanna - financial help for climate-struck communities; African cities and climate change; The kids are alright - Bill Mckibben; NSW push to stop climate protesters livestreaming"Rihanna (pictured) calls for financial reform to help climate-struck communities. Here’s why she can talk";
"Sydney Cycling Hits Record Highs as Moore Park Cycleway Retained";
"Three climate interventions: Reduce, remove, repair";
"Extreme Heat Is Deadlier Than Hurricanes, Floods and Tornadoes Combined";
"Rampant Groundwater Pumping Has Changed the Tilt of Earth’s Axis";
"Billionaire Cannon-Brookes keeps heat on AGL to hasten coal exit";
"COP27’s ‘loss and damage’ fund for developing countries could be a breakthrough – or another empty climate promise";
"Energy for Everyone";
"Path to Ze...
2023-06-2314 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Climate crisis impacting on Aussie youth; Scepticism of the basic climate science is dying out; Taking climate action - Humanists Australia; El Niño is forecast to return in 2023Ruby Bron (pictured) feels “helpless” and “anxiety-ridden” when she thinks about the future - "‘They are despairing’: climate crisis weighs heavy on mental health of young Australians";
"ACT turns focus to old houses as it seeks to kick gas out of national capital";
"First sod turned at Australia’s biggest wind and battery project";
"Woodside’s carbon bill from new gas fields could hit $63bn by 2050, report says";
"El Niño is forecast to return in 2023. Here’s what it means for extreme weather and global warming";
"Barcelona is heading for a ‘drou...
2023-04-2118 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Charasmatic, farseeing leadership is missing, right when it is needed; Desperate race to avoid pathway to human extinction; Another view on degrowth; Worst ever Queensland floodsHumanity's efforts to avoid the worst of the climate crisis hinge on bold, charismatic, innovative and farseeing leadership and it fell to Miriam Mohammed (pictured) o explain something about leadership when she appeared on ABC's "The Drum", although she was talking about Australia's indigenous Voice to Parliament, rather than climate change. Good leadership is, however, interchangeable and not necessarily topic dependent.
One who understands leadership is the author of "The End of Nature", Bill McKibben, in conversation here with "Ezra Klein".
"A desperate race to avoid locking in the pathway to human extinction";
"D...
2023-03-1220 min
Recovery Machine PodcastBill 36 Update - The Health Professions and Occupations ActCar chases, gun fights, moonlight romance, and riveting drama are all things you won't find in this episode! However, you will find important information regarding Bill-36 in B.C. How will it affect healthcare providers? How will it affect the public? Find out now on the Recovery Machine Podcast!#bill36 #healthprofessionsbc #drugaddiction #drugpolicyRECOVERY MACHINE PODCAST🔊 All Platforms: https://recovery-machine.captivate.fm/listen▶ YouTube Handle: https://youtube.com/@recoverymachine?sub_confirmation=1✔ Website: https://recoverymachine.org📭 EMAIL Corey and Nathan at us@recoverymachine.org🙏 To support Recovery Machi...
2023-02-031h 01
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Bill Gates blunt message on climate crisis; California wasn’t prepared for the atmospheric rivers; Auckland floods are a sign of things to come; Books can help action on climate changeBill Gates (pictured) of Microsoft fame is fantastically wealthy and promotes solutions for many issues, and was recently in Australia - "Looming El Niño could push us into a new era of global heating".
"Want to take action on climate change? These books can help";
"Louisiana Democratic Party ‘Funneled’ Utility Donations to Climate Candidate Challenger";
"Op-Ed: Why California wasn’t prepared for the atmospheric rivers";
"A Warmer, Wetter World Could Make ‘Enhanced Rock Weathering’ a More Useful Tool to Slow Climate Change";
"One of the World’s Coldest Places Is Now...
2023-01-2912 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Fossil fuel companies knew about the cause and impact of global heating, but denied and obfuscated the factsWorld-recognized climate activist, Bill McKibben (pictured), has regularly made the point that fossil fuel companies are the villains in the whole climate issue.
"Revealed: Exxon made ‘breathtakingly’ accurate climate predictions in 1970s and 80s";
"Let’s face reality. Fossil fuel interests have destroyed the Cops – we need something new";
"ExxonMobil ignored accurate global warming studies by its scientists for decades, research finds";
"Michael Pascoe: There’s a quantifiable cost to George Pell’s style of climate denial";
"ExxonMobil predicted climate change while downplaying risk";
"Assessing ExxonMobil’s global warming...
2023-01-1712 min
Climate ConversationsInterview: Professor Bill McGuire - a wise and gentle man takes us through a complex and disagreeable problemProfessor Bill McGuire wrote the book, "Hothouse Earth: An inhabitant's guide" and through his wise and gentle counsel, he helps readers better understand the complex and disagreeable issue of global heating.
People can learn much more about Bill from his website or from The Word Forest Organisation where he has been appointed as the group's Special Scientific Advisor.
Bill is the Professor of Volcanology, volcanic risk, volcanic hazards, volcano instability, climate change, geophysical hazards, and natural disasters at the University College of London.
2023-01-1438 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: 'Hothouse Earth' author, Bill McGuire; Billionaire troubles stops massive Sun Cable project; Something for Project Drawdown supporters; U.S. carbon emissions still risingProfessor Bill McGuire (pictured) wrote "Hothouse Earth" and was kind enough to have a chat with Climate Conversations.
"Greens showdown with gas sector threatens Labor’s climate reforms".
"UAE to launch Cop28 presidency with oil boss tipped for leading role";
"The past eight years were the hottest on record, despite La Nina";
"Cannon-Brookes takes swipe at Forrest, commits to rebuilding Sun Cable";
"Giant solar farm project in doubt after disagreement between Mike Cannon-Brookes and Andrew Forrest";
"Project Drawdown: A Cautious Case for Climate Optimism";
"U.S...
2023-01-1311 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Professor concerned about Great Barrier Reef; Pigeons on the pill; Wind turbines become the 'Skybrator'; Global energy bill dwarfs climate billProfessor Jodie Rummer (pictured) looks on as her childhood dream succumbs to climate change - "Are we really prepared to lose this natural wonder?"
"Oil and gas firms planning ‘frightening’ fossil fuels growth, report finds".
"EU approves France’s short-haul flight ban — but only for 3 routes".
"Wind turbines have an image problem but silent, bladeless designs could change all that".
"Pigeons on the pill: Cities tackle climate-related pest boom".
"Our US$10 trillion global energy bill dwarfs what’s needed to limit global heating".
"‘The climate extremists have won’".
2022-12-0508 min
Climate ConversationsClimate News: Hothouse Earth author, Bill McGuire, sees COPs as 'Bloated global talking shop'Professor Bill McGuire rattled a few cages when he published "Hothouse Earth" and has now written an opinion piece in The Guardian: "The big takeaway from Cop27? These climate conferences just aren’t working".
"Analysis: Australia's climate policies don't match its big talk at COP27".
"It’s time to add climate change and net-zero emissions to the RBA’s top 3 economic goals".
"Long-duration storage firm Energy Vault pivots to short-term batteries".
"What planting tomatoes shows us about climate change".
"How electric vehicles will change cities".
"Chefs, doctors and real...
2022-11-2310 min
Secrets of Successful Business PodcastAlex Elliot Howery - The Food Saver's A-Z - How to reduce waste in your kitchenSend us a textDid you know that of the 7.6 million tonnes of food we waste in Australia every year around 70% of that is edible? 7.6 million tonnes, it equates to about 312kg of food wastage per person. I mean wow, but we’ve all been there, it’s the end of the week, tomorrow is bin day and you’ve got a fridge full of food you meant to use. But one thing led to another and it would be so much easier to order Uber Eats that have to deal with it. Can you relate. Well...
2022-11-0735 min
Climate ConversationsHealthy Futures: Kate and Harry talk about how climate change concerns and it's impact on health fostered the organizationDr Scott Abbinga (pictured) was my first physical contact with Healthy Futures.
Scott was at the recent Doctors for the Environment Melbourne conference on an information stand talking with conference attendees about the group.
And check out the Benjamin Preiss story from The Melbourne Age: "‘I haven’t paid a bill since 2008’: Country towns empower themselves".
Other climate links are:
"King Charles may well prove the monarch for his time";
"China’s drought raises spectre of a new threat from climate change";
"The Defence Strategic Review – we need to urg...
2022-09-1104 min
Climate ConversationsCarbon Clock tells us we haven't much time left!Dr Brigitte Knopf (pictured) is the Secretary General of the Mercator Research Institute on Global Commons and Climate Change and here discusses the group's "Carbon Clock".
Other climate links are:
"Ice Covering Swiss Mountain Pass Since at Least Roman Era Will Soon Be Gone";
"Energy ministers power up renewables transition with new deal";
"IAG chief says climate change is adding to rising insurance costs";
"How the New Climate Bill Would Reduce Emissions";
"Arctic now warming four times faster than rest of the world, scientists say";
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2022-08-1304 min
Climate ConversationsSimone Fox Koob tells us it's all 'smoke and mirrors'Climate activist shareholder groups have slammed Commonwealth Bank’s new fossil fuel targets for failing to rule out lending for oil and gas extraction projects, according to a story from today's Melbourne Age by Simone Fox Koob.
Her story - "‘Smoke and mirrors’: CBA climate lending targets under fire" - helps us understand how the climate crisis will never be resolved using existing economic tools.
A second story from The Age by Laura Chung and Nick O'Malley is headed: "As big as two Harbour bridges: The giant wind farms you’ll see from the coast".
Ot...
2022-08-1103 min
Climate ConversationsComing up: Bill McGuire to talk with Climate Conversations about his new book: 'Hothouse Earth"Bill McGuire (pictured) is a Professor of Geophysical & Climate Hazards at the University College of London and has written many books, the latest being "Hothouse Earth: an inhabitant's guide", and he has agreed to chat with Climate Conversations just as soon as he has navigated fallout from the book.
Writing in the Melbourne Age, Ben Cubby tells us about "Nation in clean car traffic jam after decade of delay".
And the World Resources Institute writes about "5 Reasons Cities Should Include Trees in Climate Action".
The City of Greater Shepparton is already advanced in...
2022-08-1004 min
Climate ConversationsWebinar: Australian Security Leaders Climate Group discussing the unfolding challengesIan Dunlop (pictured) is the chair of the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group and leads listeners through a webinar during which they hear about the unfolding challenges of climate change.
The webinar was entitled "A Nation at Risk".
The Melbourne Age newspaper published an editorial today (August 8) pointing out that arrival at a position to tackle climate change will be "messy" - it says: "It’s messy, but co-operation on climate is the only way forward".
Other climate links are:
"Can Kenya’s youngest MP candidate step up the climate fight?";
2022-08-0805 min
Climate ConversationsWebinar: Advice about the challenges of reporting on our changing climateMiki Perkins (pictured) reports about climate matters for both The Sydney Morning Herald and The Melbourne Age and was on of a trio of speakers on a webinar organised by the Media Arts and Entertainment Alliance.
The webinar was entitled: "Climate Reporting - Every Journo's Round"
And Climate One talks wonders: "Can We Get Clean Energy Without Dirty Mines?".
Other climate links are:
"How floods become human catastrophes";
"This could be the coolest summer of the rest of your life";
"‘We’re way behind the game’: Bowen takes...
2022-08-0612 min
Climate ConversationsClimate Bill: 'It's not a perfect Bill, it's not everything everyone wants, but it's much better to get on with it' - Helen HainesHelen Haines (pictured) has always campaigned on climate matters and was delighted to hear that the Lower House of Australia's Federal Parliament had adopted the Labor Party's Climate Change Bill, particularly because that move had included four amendments for which she had been the prime mover and had effectively written them.
The Independent for the Seat of Indi was, sadly, not in Canberra, for this historic moment as she was locked at home wrestling with Covid-19.
Ms Haines has worked closely with engineer, entrepreneur and the "electricity everything" fellow, Saul Grittith, and recently the pair...
2022-08-0407 min
Climate ConversationsHothouse Earth: Bill McGuire's latest book is both timely and of critical importance.Hothouse Earth (pictured) by Bill McGuire warns us of both challenging and difficult times ahead.
Read the story "‘Soon it will be unrecognisable’: total climate meltdown cannot be stopped, says expert" from The Guardian by Robin McKie.
Other climate links for today are:
"What can I do about climate change? 14 ways to take positive action";
"Study Sees Potential Ways to Mitigate India's Risk of Groundwater Depletion";
"Energy Efficiency in Transportation";
"Humanity can’t equivocate any longer. This is a climate emergency";
"Record rain in St. Louis...
2022-07-3104 min
Climate ConversationsAnika Molesworth again emphasises why we need to be urgently concerned about the climate crisisAnika Molesworth (pictured), who is on the board of directors of Farmers for Climate Action, is on the New South Wales Committee of the Crawford Fund and is a Governor of WWF, Australia, regularly turns to Twitter to air her views about the urgency of our need to address the climate crisis.
Anika's argument, which aligns with most other climate-conscious people around the world, was underlined with the recent release of the Australian 2021 State of the Environment Report.
U.S. President Joe Biden is equally concerned about the climate crisis and has committed huge sums...
2022-07-2304 min
Climate ConversationsWebinar: Bill McKibben explains how off-shore wind can match, and exceed, a nuclear power stationRenown climate activist and the man behind 350.org, Bill McKibben (pictured), was the guest at the regular monthly meeting of 350 Brooklyn.
Nearly 70 people at the meeting listen intently as the author and inspiration for many talked about the important role played by groups such as 350 Brooklyn.
Bill joined the event wearing a "Th!rd Act" shirt explaining that he had initiated the organization to hopefully engage with the millions of older people from across the nation and have them align with the urgent need to combat climate change. He said the Th!rd Act had b...
2022-07-1358 minSecrets of Successful Business PodcastMolly Benjamin - How to get your personal finances back on trackSend us a textAre you good with money, got your sh*t together or is it a constant struggle? For most people money and personal finance aren’t on the top of the to-do list. Finance can be boring, complicated and often we think we’ll never get a handle on it, so it’s easier to forget it altogether than confront it. But the reality is, when it comes to women and finance there’s still a massive financial gap in salaries, super, investments and pensions and that gap will be felt for a lifetime, literall...
2022-07-1131 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: Marty Kady had a notebook and pen in his crib, but now takes us through Politico's second Sustainability SummitMarty Kady (pictured) is the editorial director for subscription platforms at Politico and takes us through the group's second Sustainability Summit - "Fast-tracking a sustainable future".
Dr. Britt Wray is a Human and Planetary Health Postdoctoral Fellow at the Stanford Center for Innovation in Global Health, Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment and London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Centre on Climate Change and Planetary Health - you can hear her on the "What could possibly go right" podcast.
Other Quick Climate Links for today are:
"Labor now has the chance to act with gusto on climate policy";
"Nationals could...
2022-05-2403 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: Musicians using their craft to help us better understand the climate crisisMusicians are increasingly turning to their craft to help us, and them, better understand and deal with the climate crisis.
A podcast from Climate One "Coping with Climate through Music" takes us into this growing field.
Other Quick Climate Links for today are:
"Scientists call for incentives to help households transition away from gas use in homes";
"Critical climate indicators broke records in 2021, says UN";
"Public health expert promotes benefits of electric vehicles";
"5,000 firefighters tackle wildfires across US south-west";
"Net Zero Delivery Summit";
"The Remote Work Revolution Spawns a New Class of Supercommuters";
"World leaders not doing enough to deliver...
2022-05-2102 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: Much happening at Climate Conversations; Preparing to interview Dr Haydn WashingtonMuch is happening at "Climate Conversations" and today (April 19, 2022) we will be chatting with Dr Haydn Washington, an adjunct professor at the University of New South Wales, a prolific author, a man who is sensitive to the needs of the environment and a fellow who is prepared to call it like it is with regard population.
Today's Quick Climate Links are:
"Australian researchers show solar power can be generated at night";
"Greens to unveil $7.8 billion federal election home resilience package for flood-prone regions";
"Gas giants paying zero income tax on Australian operations, new data shows";
"How to Scale Up Nature-based...
2022-05-1902 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: The Sweaty Penguin; The Net-Zero Innovate podcast; Great Barrier Reef bleached, againHere is something different, "The Sweaty Penguin" podcast, argued to be "Antarctica's Hottest Podcast".
Take a listen to the Business Green podcast: "Net Zero Innovate Podcast 2 Lord Adair Turner and the exciting world of green industrial innovation".
Other Quick Climate Links for today are:
"‘Criminalising our right to protest’: green groups’ anger over public order bill";
"Queensland floods: woman dies after vehicle is swept away as more heavy rain forecast";
"‘Shocking’ coral bleaching report quietly released after accusations of political interference";
"Nigeria, 10 other countries demonstrate actions to meet climate goals";
"There will never be a better time to save the planet";
...
2022-05-1302 min
Exit Coach RadioScott McLean - What do the Three Blind Mice have to do with Your Financial Plan?
Scott McLean, of McLean Advisory Group, is also the author of “Three Blind Mice,” a book intended to help prevent people from ending up in a #financial mousetrap. With over 35 years of experience, Scott’s expertise cannot be denied, and his client retention rate further proves this. He prioritizes client relationships so they can truly be on the same page and make the wisest decisions together.
Throughout his interview, Scott discusses the significance of an advisor’s relationship with their client. Planning for #retirement is not a cookie-cutter process. He also stresses the importance of education...
2022-05-1019 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: Join the Tour de Carmichael - Cycle for Country 2022Hello everyone! Ngadyu narri Coedie - My name is Coedie
As a Wangan Jagalingou man, I invite you to come to my Country.
I am writing to you from Waddananggu, where we have occupied Wangan and Jagalingou homelands for over 6 months now opposite the Adani/Bravus Carmichael mine pit.
I am inviting you to join me on my homelands for the Annual Tour De Carmichael – Cycle for Countrybeing held on Wangan and Jagalingou Country on 23rd until 27th May.
Tour De Carmichael is not a protest but a guided cultural tour on pushbikes. Come and learn about significant sites including Twin H...
2022-04-2903 min
Climate ConversationsInterview: Bill Lodwick cares deeply about people and wants to illustrate that as the Member for NichollsBill Lodwick (pictured) represented the Australian Labor Party at the 2019 Federal Election when he contested the Seat of Nicholls and he is back again to contest the seat in the May 21 election.
The Labor candidate was one of nine who fronted an audience of about 200 people at a "Nicholls Federal Election Candidates Forum " organized by the Committee for Greater Shepparton.
The candidates' forum was held at Shepparton's Eastbank Centre on Tuesday, April 26.
Enjoy "Music for a Warming World".
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/climateconversations
2022-04-2722 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: Marshallese climate envoy, activist, poet, Kathy Jetn̄il-Kijiner shared the speakers' platform with Bill McKibbenKathy Jetñil-Kijiner (pictured) is a Marshallese climate activist and a poet convinced that words and art will help us deal with the climate crisis - she shared the stage with fellow climate activist and wordsmith, Bill McKibben in the final event in the 2022 Global Shifts Colloquium staged by Perry World House, "Islands on the Climate Front Line: Risk and Resilience."
By coincidence, we feature a second story involving Bill McKibben, this one from the New Yorker in 1989 which was a piece about his then-new book, "The End of Nature".
Other Quick Climate Links for today are:
"NATURE BASED CLIMATE S...
2022-04-2604 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: Svitlana endures bombs and war to tell the story of climate changeUkrainian climate scientist Svitlana Krakovska (pictured) outlines how climate change relates to Russia's invasion of Ukraine - "Ukrainian climate scientist says Russia's invasion is a 'fossil fuel war'".
NASA climate scientist Bill Putman helps us understand "A Year in the Life of Earth's CO2".
The small Pacific Island nation of Tuvalu "went to" Glasgow to present its case and what they did is quite moving - "'We are sinking': Tuvalu minister gives Cop26 speech standing in water to highlight sea level rise".
Other Quick Climate Links for today are:
"Traditional Indigenous burning protecting last-known koalas on NSW far south coast";
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2022-04-1909 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: James Hansen, The New Yorker; More takes from Hot TakesJames Hansen (artist's impression) took a day off work in 2009 to join a protest - "The Climate Expert Who Delivered News No One Wanted to Hear".
More takes from Hot Takes - "April 20 Is #FUBPday".
I promised a story from The New Yorker by Bill McKibben, but now, it seems, I'm locked out but you might have more success and so here is the link.
Other Quick Climate Links for today are:
"You ain't sneezed nothing yet";
"Southern Africa storms fuelled by climate change - study";
"India: Workers face health risks in world’s ‘most polluted’ city";
"The Earth Is Facing...
2022-04-1806 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: A farmer's warning and then the scientific realityProfessor Frank Jotzo (pictured), from the "Australia National University's Institute for Climate, Energy and Disaster Solutions", of which he is the Director of Energy, was interviewed this morning on ABC's RN Breakfast by the host Patricia Karvelas in a session entitled: "Climate scientists say it's "now or never".
Other Quick Climate Links for today are:
"'A file of shame': UN chief takes aim as damning new climate report urges phase-out of coal and oil";
"'It’s undemocratic': NSW anti-protest laws spark a civil society backlash";
"How Officeworks is integrating sustainability into all its decision-making";
"Building a Climate Resilient Community Sector Co...
2022-04-0504 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: Trying to make sense of the 'plastic man' while volunteering for Farmers for Climate ActionFarmers for Climate Action is an organization mostly celebrated and applauded, but every so often someone comes along with some bizarre reasoning that obviously provides them with some emotional comfort, allowing themselves to be emotionally distracted from the impending difficulties, while attributing troubles the world faces to some other "thing", in the most recent case, plastic.
The 'plastic man' visited a stand at the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo held over three days, April 1, 2 and 3.
Other Quick Climate Links for today are:
"The Off-Grid Power System Specialists";
"Centre for Climate Science and Engineering";
"Solid aerosols in Arctic may change clouds and...
2022-04-0302 min
Climate ConversationsEvent: 'Bill' on climate change: "People are going to have to start hurting before they take it seriouslyThe small town of Tatura, just 18 kilometres west of Shepparton, got together today to "Re-boot your Mojo".
The event was led by the town's Comunity House and saw involvement from a host of local organizations, among them Zero Cabon Tatura; Tatura Transition Towns; the local; the town's "Irrigation and War Museum"; "GV Health": the Tatura station of Ambulance Victoria; Climate Conversations went along and was able to have short chats with two fellows.
Tatura's Mojo was successfully rebooted.
Enjoy "Music for a Warming World".
Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/climateconversations
2022-03-1915 min
Climate ConversationsQuick Climate Links: Anjali Sharma is both angry and devastated feeling she has lost her right to a safe futureAnjali Sharma (pictured) was among a group of young people who had felt success, but then have it turn to tragedy when a court case considered their future safety from climate change fell from being in their favour to be reversed, allowing Australia's Environment Minister, Sussan Ley, to again progress fossil fuel projects without consideration of Australia's young people.
An outraged, and obviously unhappy Anjali penned a story in The Melbourne Age: "Losing this court case feels like we’ve lost our chance for a safe future".
Listen to The Guardians 'The Full Story' in which you will hear about "Th...
2022-03-1608 min
The CISO DiariesChris Russell - CISO, tZERO, Cybersecurity Mentor, Snyk Ambassador, Advisory Council Member at NightDragonCHRISTOPHER RUSSELL, CISO, tZERO GroupAbout Christopher Russell:Christopher Russell is the Chief Information Security Officer for tZERO. Apart from holding a master’s degree in cybersecurity, he also has several certifications in cloud security, endpoint detection and response, SIEM, NGFWs, and blockchain. He has a background as a human intelligence (HUMINT) collector for the U.S. Army and as a combat Veteran. Christopher graduated from the Defense Language Institute with a specialization in Arabic.Christopher Russell is the Head of Information Security for tZERO Group Inc. He has a Masters Degree in Cy...
2022-02-1736 min
Parenting News & the Culture War - Mommy Answer LadyLEGOS Warning - White Privilege Conference! Episode 12Parents think they can trust the LEGOS company to produce fun playsets for their children ages 5-12. Warning: They are pushing the leftist agenda just like all the rest. Follow up about the man who exposed himself in the women's locker room – A Bill passes in CA that protects pedophiles from prosecution for their attacks on minors. A school in Cleveland assigns a pornography writing assignment to high schoolers. Mayor blasts them and calls for their resignations and threatens criminal charges. Dimwits & Darlings too! HOW TO TRAIN YOUR CHILD TO BEHAVE FREE ONLINE COURSE - New post lesson EVERY MO...
2021-09-241h 00
The Parking Lot - A Beer League Hockey PodcastThe Parking Lot - Episode 29Bill Winters joins the show to talk about refereeing beer league hockey games and his podcast called Mr Throw Back Thursday. Enjoy.
2021-04-0349 min
WHEN DATING HURTSPatrisha McLean - Heroic survivor of 29 years of marital abuse.Patrisha McLean was married to a world-renowned singer for 29 years. It started out as a fairytale relationship but devolved into a 24/7 nightmare. Like many survivors, it took Patrisha a very long time before she recognized it as classic domestic violence. Getting out almost cost Patrisha her life. This episode teaches what can happen to anyone who doesn't know the warning signs. It also informs you on what to do when these red flags are detected.
2021-01-251h 01
On Property PodcastHow To Increase Your Rental Incomehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91qi5Rcfrpk
As a property investors you want to make sure you get the most rent possible so you can get the best return on investment possible. Today we talk about how to increase the rental return on your property.
0:00 - Introduction0:55 - Differentiate your property3:33 - Marketing your property better7:36 - Doubling rental income9:10 - Presenting your property well12:00 - Increasing rents over time
Rental Results - https://rentalresults.com.au
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Transcription
Ryan 0:00As a property investor, one of the things you want to be able to do is...
2020-12-1617 min
Mother the Mother062 | When Motherhood Is Different Than Expected | with Christina SolettiAs the Director of Community at Ergobaby, Christina Soletti oversees social media, PR, content, influencer marketing, events and customer care. She has developed and works to maintain the brand voice, manages the content and works closely with influencers to tell authentic and compelling stories.She is a trained babywearing educator and has had the benefit of working with Dr. Bill Sears, Raylene Phillips, MD and Lela Williams, PhD, among others on the importance of babywearing and the fourth trimester. She is currently editing The Babywearing Book with Dr Bill Sears. With a background in P...
2020-06-171h 09