Podcast appearances and mentions of jake morcom

If beer has no alcohol in it, is it still really beer? Today's BITE: Should kids be allowed to drink beer if it's non-alcoholic? Thanks to Harry for this excellent question. Bites producer: Jake Morcom

Do you get pocket money, and if so, do you have to do something to earn it? Today's BITE: Should I get pocket money for doing chores? Bites producer: Jake Morcom

If beer has no alcohol in it, is it still really beer? Today's BITE: Should kids be allowed to drink beer if it's non-alcoholic? Thanks to Harry for this excellent question. Bites producer: Jake Morcom

Do you get pocket money, and if so, do you have to do something to earn it? Today's BITE: Should I get pocket money for doing chores? Bites producer: Jake Morcom

Port Augusta once supplied 40% of South Australia’s electricity through its huge coal-fired power station. But the town saw the writing on the wall for fossil fuels and began to campaign for a transition to renewable energy to secure jobs for future generations. Jake Morcom and Adam Morton discuss what went wrong for the town’s promising renewables projects

What is a viral scare and where do they come from? This episode we look at internet urban legends and how hoaxes spread in the age of online misinformation.Featuring:Marcella Tambuscio - Postdoctoral Fellow at the Austrian Academy of Sciences.Giovanni Luca Ciampaglia - Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of South Florida.Anne Kruger - Bureau Editor of First Draft Australia, University of Technology Sydney.Produced by Jake Morcom and Victor Petrovic.

How are your Facebook posts impacting the health of the planet? It might sound like a contradiction in terms but this episode from Think: Sustainability’s Jake Morcom explores the environmental impact of online data. Jake chats to Ella Barclay, an artist and graduate student at the University of Technology Sydney; Senior Analyst Rodney Getta; and Lecturer Tanya Notley from the Institute for Culture and Society at Western Sydney University.

Guest host Jake Morcom takes you on a Christmas apple journey. That's right. Here at An Apple A Day we are not afraid to say Christmas. We believe apples are the first line of defense against the politically correct, inner city latte sipping, Green voting Left's war on Christmas.

This show originally aired on Think: Sustainability.Noise pollution is the only cardiovascular risk that can't be resolved by doctors or medications, it's purely up to the politicians.Speakers:Kirsten Parris - Associate Professor of Urban Ecology at the University of Melbourne.Thomas Muenzel - Chief in Caridology in the University Hospital in Mainz, Germany. Dino Pisaniello - Professor of Occupational and Environmental Health at the School of Public Health at University of Adelaide.Xiaojun Qiu - Director of the Centre for Audio-acoustics and Vibration at the University of Technology Sydney.Producer: Miles Herbert, Jake Morcom. Presenter: Jake Morcom.

The Great Barrier Reef has taught us much about marine ecology, but there's still so much we don't know. Do we have enough time to learn everything we can before the natural landmark is lost forever? Presenter: Jake Morcom. Producers: Miles Herbert and Jake Morcom.

Noise pollution is the only cardiovascular risk that can't be resolved by doctors or medications, it's purely up to the politicians. Speakers: Kirsten Parris - Associate Professor of Urban Ecology at the University of Melbourne. Thomas Muenzel - Chief in Caridology in the University Hospital in Mainz, Germany. Dino Pisaniello - Professor of Occupational and Environmental Health at the School of Public Health at University of Adelaide. Xiaojun Qiu - Director of the Centre for Audio-acoustics and Vibration at the University of Technology Sydney. Producer: Miles Herbert, Jake Morcom. Presenter: Jake Morcom.

Last year, billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates announced his foundation would donate 100,000 chickens to impoverished nations in an effort to help bring them above the poverty line. But with the Bolivian government already slamming the gesture calling it 'offensive', is the plan as feasible as Gates says it is? Producers: Miles Herbert, Jake Morcom, Lia Tsamoglou. Presenter: Jake Morcom.

Does steering off meat and turning to a leafy green diet lower the impact of our global carbon footprint? Hosted by Jake Morcom. Produced by Lia Tsamoglou.

Mother of two Giedre likens her family dynamic to that of Bart and Lisa Simpson - her daughter is very well mannered and compliant, while her son often acts out and takes things out on his sister. When regular discipline wasn't working for Giedre, she looked for help elsewhere. Hosted and produced by Jake Morcom.

They're cute, they're charismatic, but they're also on the cusp of dying out - can we save the Weedy Seadragon before it's too late? Hosted by Jake Morcom and Cheyne Anderson. Produced by Jake Morcom.

72.5% of our freight in Australia is transported by truck drivers, and new research has found they're not only more at risk to physical health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, but too mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression. Hosted and produced by Jake Morcom.

'You matter, your care matters. Palliative care can make a difference.' For National Palliative Care Week, you'll hear from Imelda who developed a palliative care plan for her husband living with dementia, and how that made a significant difference for him at end of life. Hosted by Jake Morcom.

What is the social sustainability of the built environment? How are we using architectural design to cater for the growing and changing needs of the population? Speakers: William Feuerman - Senior Lecturer from the University of Technology Sydney. Phillippa Carnemolla - Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the School of the Built Environment at the University of Technology Sydney. Tim Schork - Associate Professor in the Faculty of Design, Building and Architecture at the University of Technology Sydney. Hosted and produced by Jake Morcom.

Agriculture, mining and climate change are three factors driving up the salinity levels in our freshwater basins. What implications might this mean for the biological diversity of these ecosystems? Hosted by Jake Morcom and Lia Tsamoglou.

We don't completely understand how memories form in the brain, but why they're important? We already have the answer to that. Speakers: - Bryce Vissel - Professor of Neuroscience and Director of Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine in the Faculty of Science at the University of Technology Sydney. - Pawan Sharma - Chancellor's Post Doctoral Research Fellow from the University of Technology Sydney. - Bronwen Dalton - Director of the Masters of Not-for-Profit and Community Management Program at the University of Technology Sydney. Hosted by Jake Morcom. Produced by Jake Morcom and Lia Tsamoglou.

Honey has been historically favoured for it's antibacterial properties, so why aren't we using it as a first intervention for infection over antibiotics? Speakers: Daniel Bouzo - PHD Student in iThree Institute at University of Technology Sydney. Rachel Cohen - Registered Psychologist in the Graduate School of Health at the University of Technology Sydney. Sara Wilkinson - Associate Professor in the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building at the University of Technology Sydney. Fiona Orr - Lecturer of Mental Health Nursing in the Faculty of Health at the University of Technology Sydney. Hosted by Jake Morcom.

Aside from picking off a berry and kissing your significant other in the doorway, what is the ecological significance of mistletoe? Speakers: Melinda Cook - Masters Candidate at the University of Technology Sydney. Samira Aili - PHD Candidate from the University of Technology Sydney. Adrian Merrick - Founder of Energy Locals. Hosted by Jake Morcom and Lia Tsamoglou.

The Garuwanga Project is working to build a legal framework that would protect Aboriginal traditional knowledge of biodiversity. Historically, corporations have taken Aboriginal knowledge from communities and patented those practices, leaving the community without financial reward or even barring them from practicing their own knowledge. Hosted and produced by Cheyne Anderson and Jake Morcom.

In the United States, prescription medication advertisements will pop up regularly in the commercials between your favourite TV show. These ads could be for things like sleeping pills, anxiety medication and even anti-depressants. In Australia, our legislation is a little stricter and such things are not advertised and are only accessible through a referral. But should we be loosening what we can and can't advertise when it comes to medications? Hosted and produced by Jake Morcom.

What are new pyschoactive substances and just how dangerous are they? Hosted by Jake Morcom.

What are our goals when it comes to space exploration? Are we still searching for sentient life beyond Earth? How far away are we from colonising on another planet or celestial body? Speakers: Dr Alice Gorman - Senior Lecturer in the Department of Archaeology at Flinders University. Steven Freeland - Professor in International Law at Western Sydney University Emily Bathgate - Casual Academic at the University of Technology Sydney. Hosted by Jake Morcom.

Think about all the electrical devices in your home. Your phone, kettle, computer, washing machine... the list goes on. It's estimated that each household in Australia has 350 kilos of electrical material, and we chuck out 35 kilos of the stuff per person per year. And the worst part? Australia only recycles 10% of our e-waste. So what do we do with all those cables and devices? In a special collaboration with Think: Sustainability, we delve deep into the e-waste problem to try and find some solutions. Producers/Presenters: Jake Morcom Ellen Leabeater Speakers: Spyro - Manager, Mobile Muster Ashleigh Morris- Researcher, University of New South Wales Damien Giurco - Professor in Resource Futures, University of Technology Sydney Dr Neil Gordon - Lecturer in Computer Science, University of Hull, England Benjamin Gaulon - Media artist and Associate Professor, New School Parsons Paris Erin Lewis Fitzgerald - Founder and Managing Director of Bright Sparks For more info visit 2ser.com/thinkdigitalfutures To hear more from Jake Morcom, subscribe to Think: Sustainability in your podcast app. Think: Digital Futures and Think: Sustainability are supported by 2SER and the University of Technology Sydney.

Ever heard of nanosilver? They're microscopic silver particles found in consumer products from hair gels to hairdryers. Historically they've been favoured for their antimicrobial properties, but the potential for humans to form resistances to these silvers mean we could soon lose them as an antimicrobial. Hosted by Jake Morcom.

Your typical car will emit near 5 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide per year. Multiply that by the number of drivers in the world and the figure becomes scarily high. Electric or hybrid cars are one way to put a plug in greenhouse gas emissions but how do they work? And will they ever come down in price? Hosted by Jake Morcom and Cheyne Anderson.

We now have more obese people on the planet than people who are malnourished. On top of that, an estimated 50% of all pregnant women in Australia are overweight or obese when they become pregnant. That means increased health risks for mother and baby and more strain on the healthcare system. Hosted by Jake Morcom. Produced by Ellen Leabeater.

Chemical pesticide use in Sri Lanka is widespread and subsidised by the government, but are they doing more harm than good? This week Think: Sustainability addresses some of the global concerns around pesticide use and why organic farming is often thrown to the wayside. Hosted by Jake Morcom and Lia Tsamoglou. Produced by Jake Morcom and Cheyne Anderson.

More than 44,000 people died from cancer in 2014 making it the second most common cause of death in Australia that year, accounting for 3 in 10 deaths. Research and treatments for cancer are improving, however a common issue that has the medical community rattled is when people develop multi-drug resistances to cancer. These resistances prevent people from recovering as the cancer cells become immune to the effects of treatment. Hosted by Jake Morcom.

Every year, 1 in 3 seniors have a fall. For older people, a loss in balance can do serious harm like cause brain injuries, damage to legs, arms or hips or can result in a fear of falling which effects someone's sense of independence and confidence. Step Kinnection is an interactive video game aiming to get those who've experienced a fall back on their feet, and help develop faster response times and ability to make quick decisions to prevent more falls in the future. Hosted by Jake Morcom.

Bee populations around the globe are in crisis, what can we do to save them? Also, what is thunderstorm asthma and how will it get worse with climate change? Hosted by Jake Morcom and Lia Tsamoglou.

Our jobs are changing, and so are our cities. We have data coming out of our ears to make cities efficient and more sustainable. But are we at risk of losing the humanness in the urban jungle? SPEAKERS: Sarah Barnes- Research Fellow, Institute for Culture and Society at Western Sydney University and Co-Director, Esem Projects Jess Scully - Councilor, City of Sydney Professor Ed Blakely - City Leaders Institute Adam Beck - Executive Director Smart Cities Council Australia New Zealand Stuart White - Director of Institute of Sustainable Futures University of Technology Sydney Marcus Foth - Director of QUT Design Lab at the Queensland University of Technology PRODUCERS: Ellen Leabeater, Jake Morcom

The weaving practices of Kullu are one of their oldest traditions, but how can a hand-made crafting industry compete with big business? Think: Sustainability takes a trip to the bottom of The Himalayas to look at sustaining an old, regional culture and we look at how climate change is making turbulence worse on international flights. Hosted by Jake Morcom and Lia Tsamoglou.

This week on Think: Health we take a closer look at the role of the general practitioner. We look at the patient-GP relationship and what that says about modern primary health care, administering the right contraceptives and how doctors and nurses may be losing empathy towards their patients. Hosted by Jake Morcom. Produced by Jake Morcom and Lia Tsamoglou.

Predictions from climate scientists are indicating more frequent climate events like flash flooding, drought and heatwaves are on the way. How will not only we deal with these climate events, but the towns, cities and systems we've built around us? Hosted by Jake Morcom and Lia Tsamoglou.

The e-cigarette or 'vaping' trend has become increasingly popular in recent years, but is the alternative to smoking all it's cracked up to be? This week on Think: Health we look at the health ramifications of smoking e-cigarettes, take a closer look at antimicrobial resistance and assess successful alcohol abstinence campaigns like Dry July are in steering people off drinking in the long term. Hosted by Jake Morcom. Produced by Jake Morcom and Lia Tsamoglou.

What kind of creepers and crawlers does summer time bring out? This week we dissect exactly what will be causing you grief in the insect department coming into the hot months, and it's not pretty. Hosted and produced by Jake Morcom.

Why are we so scared of climate change? Who are the climate change deniers? What happened at the UN Climate Conference this year? Think: Sustainability takes a hard look at some of the conversations around climate change and addresses why it's an issue that has the world rattled. Speakers: - Joseph Sikulu from 350 Pacific. - Research Director Dena Fam from the Institute for Sustainable Futures at the University of Technology Sydney - Senior Lecturer Brad Murray from the School of Life Sciences at the University of Technology Sydney. - Chancellor's Post-Doctoral Research Fellow Penelope Ajani from the University of Technology Sydney. - Carol Ride, Convenor of Psychology for a Safe Climate. - Dr Ian McGregor from the UTS Business School. Hosted and produced by Jake Morcom.

What are the do's and don'ts of sustainable clothes shopping? How feasible is a 100% renewable energy system here in Australia? And how might dehydration help decrease food waste going to landfill? Hosted by Jake Morcom and Ellen Leabeater. Produced by Jake Morcom.

Located in Wiradjuri country, Murrin Bridge started as a 'mission'. It was a place the government of the time set up to accomodate Aboriginal Australians driven out of their lands. Murrin Bridge is no longer a mission today, but with a population of just over 1400 and a 13km walk separating the community from the main town, facilities and services have become run down and displaced. A brief from the Prime Ministers Cabinet has issued a 'revitalisation project' for Murrin Bridge with specific outlines to develop a community centre, the refurbishment of other local buildings and programs for the community. Allan Teale and Campbell Drake are part of a design team working on the revitalisation of Murrin Bridge. And as a surprise to Allan, a recent revisiting down his family tree linked his ancestors to Wiradjuri country in which Murrin Bridge resides. Hosted by Jake Morcom and Ellen Leabeater. Produced by Jake Morcom.

Why should we mend the relationship between farmers and dingoes? How are eBooks revolutionising the practice of libraries? And what is phytoremediation? Hosted by Jake Morcom and Ellen Leabeater. Produced by Jake Morcom.

How can we make Sydney's roads more cyclist friendly? And how long until algae takes over the coal industry? Presenters: Ellen Leabeater and Jake Morcom. Producers: Jake Morcom.

We take a look at the jarring impact of disruption and what it will mean for future careers. And just because you're a digital native, doesn't mean you're safe from emerging technologies. Presented by Ninah Kopel. Produced by Ninah Kopel, Lawrence Bull and Jake Morcom. Features: -Monica Scott, Former Owner of Movie HQ -Rob Livingstone, Fellow at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology at the University of Technology Sydney - Grigory Punanov, Co-Founder of CODE4FUN Sydney Programming School - Professor Glenn Whightwick, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Research) at the University of Technology Sydney On iTunes: itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/think...d1101575564?mt=2 On Android: www.subscribeonandroid.com/feeds.sound.../sounds.rss

Two societies. One with financial institutions larger than governments, the other with almost no banking. Are there realistic alternatives to big banks? Produced and presented for 2ser by Lawrence Bull Executive production by Miles Martignoni Research assistance by Jake Morcom and Sam King On iTunes: itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/think...d1101575564?mt=2 On Android: www.subscribeonandroid.com/feeds.sound.../sounds.rss

We look at a new Danish study that has found midwives and obstetricians feel guilty following a traumatic birth; could we save taxpayer money by encouraging more women to birth at home? And, we celebrate the work of WWI nurses. Presenter: Ellen Leabeater Producers: Ninah Kopel & Jake Morcom 2ser.com/thinkhealth