Custodians of the Planet

In this episode, we explore the relationship between mindfulness, climate crisis, politics, and policy with Jamie Bristow. Our conversation encompasses topics like importance of mindfulness, the possibility of mindful politics, a trial of mindfulness practice among politicians in the UK, and how all these relate to the climate crisis and relevant policies. Credits: Deniz Yildiz - Host & Producer Jamie Bristow - Guest Contributor ♪ - It hangs over us subtle as a cloud – Vieo Abiungo, William Ryan Fritch

In this episode, we explore rock climbing in Australian landscapes focusing on the interactions between traditional owners and climbers through the lens of respect. This conversation is an audio exploration with Jerath Head, the author of "The geography of respect", a highly recommended read. Credits: Deniz Yildiz - Host & Producer Jerath Head - Guest Contributor ♪ -  Mountains Pt 2 & 3 DjRUM

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

This episode is an interview with Professor Lesley Head, the President of the Australian Academy of the Humanities. We explore Australia's public perception of environmental issues (e.g bushfires and the concept of wilderness) and tipping points for social change in the last 25 years. We also discuss what goes on behind the scenes of academic work and life. Credits: - Bonnie Perris - Script Editor - Taylor Coyne - Graphic Designer ♪ When the World Was One - Matthew Halsall, The Gondwana Orchestra

This episode is an interview with Broderick Floyd who was a funeral director of Mark J. Floyd Funeral Services in Euroa, Victoria. Our conversation explores holistic ways to rest in peace that includes psychological, environmental and ethical dimensions of ceremonies. If you wonder what it is like to be a funeral director, don't miss this episode. Credits: - Bonnie Perris - Script Editor - Taylor Coyne - Graphic Designer - Luke Purse- Tech ♪ Chopin-Marche Funebre

Joe Brewer, a change strategist and cognitive scientist, discusses groundbreaking ideas on bioregionalism and regeneration. He emphasizes how community-driven approaches can create lasting social and cultural shifts in response to environmental challenges. Brewer highlights the importance of reconnecting with local environments to foster sustainability and personal identity. He also delves into designing culture to improve group dynamics and encourages personal growth through self-reflection. Ultimately, he calls for transformative actions that inspire future generations to engage with nature.

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

This episode is an interview with Leonardo Guida who is a shark scientist and shark advocate at the Australian Marine Conservation Society. Our conversation is dedicated to changing one's negative perception of sharks to appreciation. Our conversation also includes topics like their diet; whether we're on their menu, why sharks are threatened, by what/ whom, and things we can do to protect them. Credits: - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech

This episode is an interview with Helen Amanda Fricker who is a glaciologist  and professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego where she is a director of the Scripps Polar Center.   Our informative conversation focuses on how and why glaciers lose/ gain mass and how it affects surrounding  ecosystems and communities. - Bonnie Perris- Script Editor - Polar Bear-  Chairman Maf  - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech

The structure of how we build, design and inhabit cities has been changing during the Covid 19 pandemic. In this episode, we have an intriguing conversation with Rory Hyde who is Designer and Curator of Contemporary Architecture and Urbanism at the Victoria and Albert Museum. Our conversation covers how Covid 19 may affect the way we design and inhabit cities including workspaces, museums and possible new trends such as lower density living.  Credits: - Rachel Raymond- Script Editor - Krisjoe Fuertes- Tech