For the final episode of BTB, it was only fitting to bring back a guest from the first season back in 2020, Yianni Efkarpidis from the Molonglo Group - the team responsible for such New Acton award-winning developments as Nishi and ApARTments. 

We spoke then about the evolution of Canberra and how to create legacy through design, built environment, or architectural work for the benefit of others in the community.

In this conversation, we look to the future and discuss what kind of impact the latest Canberra precinct project may have on the city’s evolution for decades to come. 

It’s a conversation not only about projects but also about the bigger philosophy around bringing people together under a common vision, how to be truly present in your work and the value of closely relating to each other. 

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Ashley Feraude in conversation with Ben Appleton, who heads up Photox.

Ben specialises in professional photography, videography, and commercial drone services. For a decade and a half, he’s been capturing visuals for businesses, government agencies, national institutions, and major brands, with work published worldwide.

Ben’s journey from a teenager obsessed with sport and fitness to an owner of an established creative business is an insightful one, especially considering his path was forged by a regrettable accident.

If you’re in the photography field, love taking pics, or want to hear how someone built a career out of passion and deep technical interest - this is the episode for you.

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Ashley Feraude in conversation with Jenny Telford, who looks after the Census at the Australian Bureau of Statistics. 

If you have ever wondered how the Census is organised, gathered, interpreted and used, then this is the episode for you. 

Jenny discusses the process of designing the research, gathering the data and interpreting it so that major and highly informed decisions affecting Australians can be made at a government level. 

The insights into our community, culture, and society are fascinating, not only providing a snapshot of the present but also offering an insight into the future through data-driven projections. 

Interestingly, our results are also compared to those of partnering countries also undertaking this research activity.

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Ashley Feraude in conversation with Kaylee Rutland, who has over 15 years of experience in strategic communications, community engagement, and emergency services.

Currently serving as the Interim Assistant Commissioner at ESA, and plays a pivotal role in shaping partnerships and enhancing public safety outcomes for the Canberra community.

Kaylee has built much of her career consistently focused on improving public awareness, crisis communication, and internal reform. With a strong foundation in community education, media liaison, and strategic reform, Kaylee has a deep commitment to resilience-building across Canberra and the broader ACT region.

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Ashley Feraude in conversation with Brad Tucker, who works as an Astrophysicist and Cosmologist at the Australian National University Mt Stromlo Observatory.

In this conversation, we discover the distinction between the two titles and how he came to love physics, with its endless loop of enthralling questions and answers.

We chat about Sci-Fi and its place in the scientific community, including the work he does as an advisor to Hollywood and explore his work, which ranges from black holes to efficient street lamps.

It's a fun conversation, and not just for those heavily into science but for those who want to discover more about those who are at the forefront of human understanding.  

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Ashley Feraude sits down with Paul Whitehorn, head of the National Zoo & Aquarium, including the iconic Jamala Wildlife Lodge.

In this conversation, we dive into the fascinating world of zoo operations and uncover the complex work involved in caring for, presenting, and protecting animals.

Paul has always wanted to work with animals, and his deep passion for our connection with other species shines through. He shares his personal journey and reveals the important work the zoo undertakes—much of which goes unnoticed by casual visitors. The discussion also highlights the broader impact of our visits, not just on the zoo itself, but across national and international networks focused on animal conservation, protection, and care.

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Ashley Feraude in conversation with Chris Condon who is the Assistant Director of Strategic Risk Management Bushfire at ACTRFS.

Chris began his emergency management career in rural New South Wales, inspired by a passion for the rural sector developed during his time at an agricultural high school. He joined the NSW Rural Fire Service in 2002 and later the ACT Rural Fire Service in 2017.

His formal career in emergency services began with the ACT Parks and Conservation Service, later transitioning to ACT Biosecurity and Rural Services.

Now Assistant Director, Strategic Risk Management Bushfire at ACTRFS, Chris focuses on bushfire risk mitigation and disaster preparedness. He collaborates with government and land management agencies at both state and national levels.

Chris has contributed to major incidents including the 2003 Canberra Bushfires, 2009 Black Saturday Fires, and 2019–2020 Orroral Valley Bushfires, and has twice deployed to Canada to assist with wildfire response.

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Ashley Feraude in conversation with Meagan Loader with is the Chief Curator at NFSA.

Meagan has a rich background in community radio, having founded three music radio stations. She was instrumental in designing each station’s sound and brand, selecting and training presenters and producers, and developing programming and digital content strategies.

A passionate advocate for music and Australian arts, culture, and identity, Meagan brings over three decades of radio and audio experience to her role as Chief Curator at the NFSA. It’s a position that allows her to combine her skills and passions to connect with and celebrate Australian culture through film and audio.

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Ashley Feraude in conversation with Claire Fenwicke, who leads the Region Media journalist team.

Claire has a great back story that takes us through the career progression of a passionate journalist, communicator and editor.

Starting with a degree in Journalism, Claire worked her way though writing of regional press, then working in the high pressured environment of TV as a news producer, then a stint in Canberra FM before landing a position as the Editor or Region Media - a Canberra and region news channel that provides wide ranging coverage of news and events that really matter to the community.

We chat about her love of pressure and how she handles it, her love of calculus and how that fits into her thinking, why news outside of the social media echo-chamber is important for balance and how journalists aim to stay objective.

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Ashley Feraude in conversation with Will, who is an experienced dancer, actor and presenter, as well as Marketing Manager at the National Zoo & Aquarium and Jamala Wildlife Lodge.

He manages to balance both sides to his professional passions with drive and deep meaning, especially when it comes to communicating with audiences, whether they be via performance or marketing.

Will has been cast in the Australia and New Zealand Tour for the brand new acclaimed work, Trent Dalton's Love Stories. Learn more about him before you catch the Australian production and Will at the Canberra Theatre (September 24-27 to September 27, 2025).

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