On Episode 35, I chat with Liesl Ulrich-Verderber who is the CEO of Ever Widening Circles. Ever Widening Circles is a positive news platform that has set out on a mission to change the negative dialogue about our times to prove "It's still an amazing world!" Liesl proves everyone can live safer and healthier lives online.

On today's episode Liesl shares:

- The role of traditional media in our lives.

- Skills we can use to reframe negative situations.

- Advice on finding our passions

Ever Widening Circles website: https://everwideningcircles.com/

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On Episode 34, I chat with Geoff Bell who is the director and CEO of MicroBioGen. MicroBioGen is an Australian Industrial biotech company that has created a modified version of a common yeast that can turn non-food products, like agricultural waste and timber offcuts, into low-carbon bioethanol and high-protein food products.

MicroBioGen’s work underpin products worth around US$2 trillion per year.

After a successful career in the finance world, Geoff turned his focus to the biotech industry.

MicroBioGen recently finalised a yeast product for the efficient production of 2nd generation biofuels, with The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) supporting MicroBioGen with their $8 million dollar optimisation program.

In today’s episode Geoff is here to discuss:

- Why MicroBioGen was established?

- Benefits of the biotech industry.

- The future of biotech.

MicroBioGen’s website: https://microbiogen.com/

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On Episode 33, I speak to good friend CEO and founder of VidUp, Jason Yu.

After struggling with a Year 10 high school video assignment, Jason experienced firsthand how frustrating and time-consuming creating videos can be. From humble beginnings, Jason set out on a mission to make video creation as easy as possible!

VidUp is a video creation company that uses Artificial Intelligence that converts text and audio into high-quality videos for content creators in just minutes.

In 2021, Jason was involved in the Peter Farrell Startup competition in Sydney where his company placed second in a field of eighty startups.

In this episode we explore:

- Why Uber and Airbnb succeeded in a digital world

- The future of AI technology

- How to upgrade your mindset for success - consistency, execution, and communication

Ready to learn about the exciting world of technology?

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VidUp's website: https://www.vidup.ai/

On Episode 32, I speak to blockchain expert and CEO of Geora, Bridie Ohlsson.

At Geora, Bridie works with farmers, agribusinesses and financiers, to build technology to improve supply chains in the agricultural industry through blockchain technology.

As a former law student, Bridie has turned her focus and passion towards a career in technology. She's driving cutting-edge digital solutions that are helping solve some of the world's toughest sustainability challenges of our generation.

Bridie is also an active member of the Australian National Blockchain Roadmap supply chain working group and has written articles for CSIRO and the United Nations.

On today’s episode Bridie is here to discuss:

Ready to learn about one of the newest technologies - Blockchain!

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Geora website: https://www.geora.io/

On Episode 31, I speak to distance runner and YouTuber, Sota Maehara.

Sota was the Vice-President of the University of Sydney Run Club in both 2019 and 2020.

Sota has a YouTube channel focused on running and he currently has over 3.8k subscribers.

On this Episode Sota talks about:

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Sota’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoxkdP_f_KXNx_tZC-65bhg

Sota’s Instagram: @sotamaehara

On Episode 30, I speak to Elinor Moshe, who is an entrepreneur, mentor, author, podcast host, and industry leader in construction. Elinor is here to share her passion for construction.

Elinor is the host of the podcast Constructing You. She’s the author of the best-selling book Constructing your Career and Founder of The Construction coach where she guides, inspires and directs industry professionals and future leaders within the construction industry.

Elinor has also been listed as Top 100 women in Construction.

In this episode Elinor talks about:

Elinor’s website: https://www.elinormoshe.com/

Elinor’s podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0I2meuAsqSYrGGxHlHYlpH

On Episode 29, I speak to NSW Minister for Energy and Environment and Member for Hornsby, Liberal Party politician, Matt Kean.

Since starting his political career in 2011, Matt has established himself as a senior politician and has actively campaigned for greater national action towards Climate Change and the environment.

In 2019, Matt was appointed Minister for Energy and Environment.

In 2020, he delivered the biggest renewable energy policy in Australia’s history. The Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap: a 20-year plan for NSW’s energy infrastructure that incentivises private renewable energy investment that reduces emissions and lowers electricity bills for families and businesses of NSW.

Today Matt is here to talk about:

To learn more about Matt's work:

Matt's website: https://mattkean.com.au/

Matt's Instagram: @mattkeanmp

Thank you to Kloudii for creating this podcast theme song.

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On Episode 28, I am joined with Sam Rigney, lead vocalist and guitar player of the band Highline. 

Highline is an anthem-style rock band. Since forming in 2019, they've played at various venues across Sydney including The Vanguard, Freda's, and The Lansdowne Hotel to sold-out crowds.

On this episode we talk about:

- Sam's music journey

- Starting the band Highline

- Best experiences on stage and long-term goals

If good music is your thing be sure to checkout Highline.

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Instagram: @highlinemusic_

Facebook: @highlinemusicau

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Episode 27, Part B of The Passion Effect podcast - with clinical haematologist, Dr. James Morton. Dr. Morton is the founder of World’s Greatest Shave and founder of the Autism Early Intervention Outcomes Unit Foundation for Children with Autism.

In January 2015 Dr. Morton was awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his significant service to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and oncology.

In Part B of this podcast, we discuss:

Dr. Morton’s work with the AEIOU Foundation and why he established it.

Dr. Morton's work:

AEIOU Foundation: https://aeiou.org.au/

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On Episode 27, I am joined by clinical haematologist, Dr James Morton.

Dr Morton is the founder of Shave for a Cure, which is now known as World's Greatest Shave. This initiative raises funds to support research efforts and help families affected by blood cancers. Since the event’s inception in 1998, World’s Greatest Shave has raised over $100m dollars for blood cancer in the last decade alone.

Dr Morton and his wife also helped established the Autism Early Intervention Outcomes Unit which provides individualised therapy and care for young children with autism.

In January 2015 Dr Morton was awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his significant service to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and oncology.

In Part A of this podcast, we will discuss:

Dr Morton’s journey into medicine, World’s Greatest Shave, and innovative treatments related to blood cancers.

Dr Morton's work

AEIOU Foundation: https://aeiou.org.au/

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