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Welcome to the third episode of our mini-series on Australia's hydrogen future!

We're moving through the questions that need to be answered to secure Australia's hydrogen future, and now it's time to talk about hydrogen in the home.

How, and when, can you expect to have a hydrogen-powered shower or stovetop?

The Australian Gas Infrastructure Group has set a bold vision to decarbonise their networks around Australia by 2040. So, how will they do it?

On this episode, AGIG CEO Craig de Laine will lay out the plan for you, from the blending projects that are already underway, to the steps required to scale up.

Next up on Michelson Alexander Explains... we'll be discussing the commercialisation of the entire sector with Alex McIntosh from ARENA, and Justin Nash from bP.

Finally, thanks to our partner, the Australian Hydrogen Forum, for making this series possible.

There's going to be plenty more discussion of all things H2 during Australian Energy Week. On June 8th, several key hydrogen industry players will gather again to discuss the future of hydrogen as part of Australian energy mix. More details here: https://energyweek.com.au/

Welcome to the second episode of our mini-series on Australia's hydrogen future!

In collaboration with the Australian Hydrogen Forum in Sydney, Michelson Alexander Senior Associates James Fitzpatrick and Elyse Gatt caught up with political and industry leaders to discuss what's next for the hydrogen economy.

In this episode, we're taking you through some of the technologies that can help us to produce more H2 at a lower cost, something that will be vital to scale-up the entire sector.

Talk of electrolysis and methane pyrolysis can seem a little overwhelming. Thankfully, you'll be hearing from Roger Knight, the Managing Director of Energys, and Chris Dunks, the managing director of Synergen Met.

Roger and Chris will walk you through the technical complexities, so you can turn your mind to the market impacts of cost-effective H2 production.

GUEST TIMINGS:

Roger Knight, the Managing Director of Energys (1:23)

Chris Dunks, the managing director of Synergen Met (15:10)

Next up on Michelson Alexander Explains..., we'll be discussing AGIG's H2 vision, and their plans for H2 in your home, with their CEO, Craig de Laine. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss the episode.

Finally, thanks to our partner, the Australian Hydrogen Forum, for making this series possible.

There's going to be plenty more discussion of all things H2 during Australian Energy Week. On June 8th, several key hydrogen industry players will gather again to discuss the future of hydrogen as part of Australian energy mix. More details here: https://energyweek.com.au/

Welcome to the first episode of our mini-series on Australia's hydrogen future!

In collaboration with the Australian Hydrogen Forum in Sydney, Michelson Alexander Senior Associates James Fitzpatrick and Elyse Gatt caught up with political and industry leaders to discuss what's next for the hydrogen economy.

In this episode, you will to hear the voices of the Honourable Lily d'Ambrosio, Victoria's Energy Minister; the Honourable Mick de Brenni, Queensland's Minister for Hydrogen; Jordan McCollum, National Policy Manager for the Australian Pipes and Gas Association; and Kobad Bhavnagri, the Head of Strategy for Bloomberg NEF.

These four will step you through the themes that dominated discussions at the forum in Sydney, from the war in Ukraine, which has turned the energy market on its head, to the ongoing debate within energy circles about the respective merits of blue and green hydrogen.

GUEST TIMINGS:

The Hon. Mick de Brenni, Queensland's Minister for Hydrogen (1:55)

Kobad Bhavnagri, the Head of Strategy for Bloomberg NEF (6:50)

The Hon. Lily d'Ambrosio, Victoria's Energy Minister (19:15)

Jordan McCollum, National Policy Manager for the Australian Pipes and Gas Association (22:50)

Next up on Michelson Alexander Explains..., we'll be discussing some of the cutting-edge technology that can change the hydrogen production game with Chris Dunks from Synergen Met, and Roger Knight from Energys.

Finally, thanks to our partner, the Australian Hydrogen Forum, for making this series possible.

There's going to be plenty more discussion of all things H2 during Australian Energy Week. On June 8th, several key hydrogen industry players will gather again to discuss the future of hydrogen as part of Australian energy mix. More details here: https://energyweek.com.au/

An introduction to Michelson Alexander's mini-series on Australia's Hydrogen Future, prepared in collaboration with the Australian Hydrogen Forum

The Winter Olympics in Beijing have finished, and one of the lead headlines was that several nations opted not to send any government representatives, mostly in protest of alleged human rights abuses by the Chinese Government against the Uyghur population in Western China's Xinjiang region.

The United States instigated the diplomatic boycott, shortly joined by Canada, Australia, the UK, India, Lithuania, Kosovo, Belgium, Denmark and Estonia. Athletes from these countries are still allowed to compete. France and South Korea have said they will not be participating in the diplomatic boycott.

The International Olympic Committee has always maintained its political neutrality however the Olympics have often been used to make political statements, such as the boycotting of the Moscow Olympics in 1980 during the height of the Cold War.

This week on Michelson Alexander Expains... we explore the diplomatic boycotts and whether they are likely to achieve anything.

HOSTS: Steve Michelson, Founder & Director of Michelson Alexander; Elyse Gatt, Senior Associate & Jack Banister, Head of Content

In a time where people are hungry for more binge-worthy TV dramas, the sport of Tennis has provided in spades, offering a legal drama that not even Netflix could script.

World No.1 tennis player, Novak Djokovic was deported from Australia on the opening day of the first Grand Slam event of 2022, the Australian Open. And while the tennis tournament rolls on, questions around immigration laws, proper governance, international relations, the role of celebrity and the long term effects of the COVID-19 crisis rumble away in its wake.

In this episode of Michelson Alexander Explains... we will explore the "Novax Saga" in three parts. First, we will explore the process that led to Djokovic's deportation, then we will analyse - from a strategic communications viewpoint - the performance of each of the major stakeholders and finally predict the fall out from such a major international political event.

Our special guest today is MA Special Advisor Dr Abul Rizvi.

Abul is the former Deputy Secretary of the Department of Immigration, and of the Department of Communications.

During his career, Abul was awarded the Public Service Medal and the Centenary Medal for services to the development and implementation of Australian immigration policy. He recently completed a PHD on immigration via the University of Melbourne.

HOSTS: Sabrine Navarro, Michelson Alexander Associate & James Fitzpatrick, Michelson Alexander Senior Associate

Michelson Alexander along with clients, family and friends meet to celebrate the year that was and amongst the festive season cheer, people were invited to reflect on their biggest learnings from 2021 and forecast what's ahead in 2022.

Hosts: Jack Banister, Michelson Alexander Head of Content & Sabrine Navarro, Michelson Alexander Associate

Guests: Steve Michelson, Michelson Alexander Founder and Director; Hugh McFarlane, align.me Founder & CEO; James Fitzpatrick, Michelson Alexander Senior Associate & Head of Operations; Steve Staikos, Mayor at Kingston City Council; Greg Chipp, Drug Policy Australia Chairman and Managing Director; Abul Rizvi, Michelson Alexander Special Adviser; Monique Dawson, VicForests Chief Executive & Anna Stefanatos, VicForests Director of Communications

This week, we're very lucky to be joined by one of the world's most creative minds to discuss all things artificial intelligence, and big, city-reshaping tech.

Assaf Biderman has a big CV. He is the CEO and co-founder of transportation robotics company Superpedestrian, a client of ours. And he is a founding member and Associate Director of the Senseable City Lab at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

On this episode, we pick Assaf's brain about the ways A.I. is already being used (hint: it's way more than you might think) and quiz him about how A.I. can work for the public good, and how new technology can unlock more liveable cities right across the globe.

Host: Jack Banister, Michelson Alexander Head of Content

Guests: Assaf Biderman, CEO & Co-Founder Superpedestrian; Andrew Stewart, Michelson Alexander Senior Associate & Sabrine Navarro, Michelson Alexander Associate

If you're interested in strategic communications advice for your business, the Michelson Alexander team is here to help. Get in touch with us:

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The pandemic is once again the force that is driving most of the stories on the front pages, and there's plenty at stake for politicians, businesses, and citizens alike.

This week, Michelson Alexander's Jack Banister and Shannon Gill are joined by Jen Hewett, the Australian Financial Review's National Affairs Columnist.

Jen has followed the pandemic since March 2020, and we'll chat to her about how our leaders have responded to it and communicated during it, and how the media have covered these leaders and their messages.

Topics discussed in this episode:

•How leadership has changed throughout the pandemic.

•What has the pandemic revealed about the Federation?

•Andrews, Berejiklian, and Morrison - what has worked for them, and what has failed?

•Have the goal posts shifted when it comes to public expectations of our leaders? How?

•Has Delta delayed or derailed Australia's economic recovery? Does it depend on who you ask, or is it too early to tell?

•How will the last two years shape the next twenty?

If you're interested in strategic communications advice for your business, the Michelson Alexander team is here to help. Get in touch with us via our website, LinkedIn or Twitter.

Hosts: Jack Banister, Michelson Alexander Head of Content & Shannon Gill, Michelson Alexander Senior Associate

Guest: Jen Hewett, Australian Financial Review's National Affairs Columnist

Jen has been working in journalism since the 1970s, when she began as a cadet. Her career has taken her to a range of publications, from the Sydney Morning Herald to The Australian, and has also included stints in Washington, New York, and Canberra. She holds a Master of Journalism from Columbia University's Journalism School.