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Episode SummaryEpisode 126 delivers comprehensive analysis of Australian and international news, politics, and sport. The hosts tackle everything from sovereign citizen movements and government policy disasters to AFL finals and international political chaos, maintaining their trademark blend of serious analysis and wry humor.Listener CorrespondenceGrant ("Tri-Valve") - Multiple TopicsNRL Trainers on Field: Criticism of excessive trainer presence during games, particularly Alfie Langer's extended field time with Broncos and Queensland Origin teamsMedia Language Issues: Channel 9's problematic "Exonerated Child Murderer Folbigg" banner - classic oxymoronInternational Travel: Amusing encounter with Collingwood supporters in the Sahara Desert, Libya (2010)Bike Lane Safety: Melbourne bike lanes creating pedestrian hazards, particularly for country visitors unfamiliar with urban cycling infrastructureAFLW vs Netball: Questions about potential impact of women's AFL on traditional netball participation and viewershipAndrew - Sovereign CitizensCommunity Support: Concerns about significant local support for Paul Punker and Desi Freeman in high country communitiesHidden Numbers: Unexpected prevalence of sovereign citizen ideology among seemingly ordinary citizensMajor News AnalysisSovereign Citizen Movement & WieambillaGeographic Clusters: Identified hotspots including Gladstone/WA Wheatbelt, Albury-Wodonga, Northern Rivers, SW QueenslandPolice Risk: Increased threat assessment protocols required for warrant servicesHistorical Context: Long-standing anti-establishment culture in remote eastern Victoria dating to 1970sFreeman Manhunt: Police belief in community assistance for Desi Freeman; rugged Buckland Valley terrain complicating searchErin Patterson SentencingSentence: Life imprisonment with 33-year non-parole period (eligible 2056)Judge's Reasoning: Justice Chris Beale noted extensive premeditation required for crimeSolitary Confinement: 22 hours daily due to case publicityCommunity Impact: Butchers no longer selling mushroom-based products; "Beef Wellington" renamed "Beef en Croute"Bruce Lehrmann Federal Court AppealAppeal Failure: Federal Court unimpressed with Lehrmann's challengeFiona Brown: Only figure emerging with reputation intact despite career destructionCompensation Disparity: Call for equal treatment compared to Brittany Higgins settlementJacinta Price Immigration CommentsABC Interview Controversy: Claims about Labor's immigration strategy targeting Indian community votesLiberal Response: Julie Bishop apologized on Price's behalf; Price refused personal apologyBusiness Backlash: Harris Park businesses refusing Liberal engagement until unconditional Price apologyElectoral Strategy: Cos Samaras noted elections won/lost in NSW/Victoria, not through minority group alienationPolicy DisastersBlack Market TobaccoMarket Indicators: Small country town (25,000) now has five tobacconists - unprecedentedPolicy Failure: Excise increases creating massive black market, including Iraqi cigarette factories serving Australian marketPrice Comparison: Legal cigarettes $55-60 per pack vs $120 for carton of 10 packs illegallyLaw Enforcement: Hundreds of millions spent on policing sophisticated black marketsHistorical Parallel: Ignoring 20th century prohibition lessons from alcohol and bettingRespectability of Law-breaking: Creating acceptance of illegal activity, similar to SP bookmaking eraVaping PolicyJoint Failure: Bipartisan decision ignoring harm reduction evidenceUnregulated Danger: Current black market vapes potentially more dangerous than regulated alternativesInternational PoliticsThomas Sewell Deportation PetitionPetition Numbers: 117,000+ signatures on Change.org for neo-Nazi leader deportationLegal Challenges: New Zealand citizenship complications; military service precedent (Bertie Kidd case)Current Charges: Violent disorder, assault by kicking, discharge missile, police intimidationUS Politics - Trump/Epstein FilesBirthday Book Evidence: House Oversight Committee confirms Trump birthday message to EpsteinWhite House Response: Claims of forgery; potential legal battle with Wall Street JournalEconomic Concerns: US jobs market weakened (22,000 jobs vs expected higher), unemployment 4.2% to 4.3%Tariff Impact: Goldman Sachs reports 86% absorbed by importers, unsustainable long-termJohn Deere Warning: Agricultural equipment manufacturer's poor results concerning for rural Trump baseEuropean Political ChaosFrance - Government CollapseConfidence Vote: PM François Bayrou lost 364-194, far-right and far-left coalitionSpending Cuts: Proposed welfare caps and public holiday removal triggered downfallFiscal Crisis: 5.8% GDP deficit, 114% debt-to-GDP ratioPolitical Paralysis: No major party willing to make necessary hard economic decisionsUK - Boris Johnson Influence ScandalThe Boris Files: Leaked data reveals post-PM profiteering from office connectionsGreensill Echoes: Similarities to David Cameron lobbying scandalLabour Leadership: Keir Starmer faces deputy leadership election, working-class voters moving to ReformPolling: Reform UK leading but insufficient for parliamentary majorityImmigration Policy: Dublin Agreement unavailable post-Brexit; family reunion advantages drawing Channel crossingsGermany - Migration PoliticsCologne Agreement: All parties except AfD pledge only positive migration discourse in local electionsStrategic Error: Likely to entrench support for far-right AfD by dismissing legitimate concernsInternational RelationsChina EngagementBob Carr & Dan Andrews: Attending 80th anniversary of Japanese defeat in ChinaPhoto Opportunities: Andrews pictured with Kim Jong-un and Vladimir PutinCommercial Motivations: Unnamed political friend claims Andrews "making millions" from China connectionsInfluence Trading: Xi Jinping meetings providing significant business leverageMiddle East & UkraineMarina Hyde Quote: "The path to peace still goes through politicians with power. Many of them are still terrible people. They will still have to have unpleasant and even toxic conversations in which horse trading and moral compromise are inevitable"UN Role: Defense of UN as necessary forum for engaging "terrible people" while criticizing corrupt agenciesSports CoverageNRL Finals Week 1Matchups: Raiders v Broncos (Canberra), Storm v Bulldogs (Melbourne), Warriors v Panthers (Auckland), Sharks v Roosters (Shark Park)Venue Criticism: Shark Park described as "disaster" with rat problems, unfit for purposeForm Analysis: Storm struggling after losses to Roosters and Broncos; Raiders in strong formAFL Finals AnalysisGeelong Dominance: Cats looking "head and shoulders" above competitionUmpiring Controversy: AFL acknowledged mistake in Geelong v Brisbane Lions match; three-goal turnaround from questionable decisionsUpcoming Matches: Hawks v Crows, Suns v Lions at GabbaJai Newcombe: Hawks midfielder top-rated in all three finals appearancesCharlie Curnow: Carlton star's ordinary finals performances raising trade speculationRugby UnionWallabies Form: Positive signs despite slow starts; exciting brand attracting attentionLions Tour Revenue: Significant funds from upcoming British & Irish Lions tourScheduling Issues: Argentina match poorly timed at 2pm North QueenslandMedia & CultureChildren's Humor AnalysisAnne Althaus Insight: Children funny because not yet socialized, willing to take risksComparison: Ricky Gervais model of saying "unsayable" thingsNew Yorker: Magazine quality decline noted, but cartoons "back in form"Comedy RecommendationsStewart Lee: Ricky Gervais' favorite comedian; unconventional styleQueen/Paddington Joke: Stewart Lee's material about marmalade sandwiches and Prince AndrewMedia BusinessThe Free Press Sale: Bari Weiss publication acquired by Paramount/CBS for $100-200 millionEditorial Control: Weiss reportedly getting "free reign" over CBS political coverageAlternative Media Success: Examples include Claire Lehmann's Quillette, Megyn Kelly's expansionDemocratization Concerns: Tendency toward sensationalism in independent mediaContact InformationJack the Insider: X/Twitter DMs @JacktheInsiderHong Kong Jack: hongkongchat.substack.comEmail: theconditionalreleaseprogram@gmail.com

Send us a textIn this episode we speak with Michael Cusack, an accomplished abstract painter, educator, and co-founder of the Byron School of Art in Mullumbimby. Michael's career has spanned over three decades, with his paintings exhibited widely across Australia and internationally. His work is represented in major public and private collections, and he is known for his richly layered abstractions that explore colour, form, and the tension between control and chance.Michael began teaching at TAFE NSW, where he developed a strong connection to art education and mentoring younger artists. In 2013, alongside fellow artists Emma Walker, James Guppy and Christine Willcocks, Michael co-founded the Byron School of Art. Based in Mullumbimby, the school has grown into a respected independent art institution in the Northern Rivers, offering a range of programs, exhibitions, and a strong sense of creative community outside of the metropolitan art centres.We talk about Michael's journey from Ireland to Australia, his ongoing fascination with abstraction, and the role of teaching and community-building in sustaining a meaningful artistic practice.Michael is represented in sydney by Olsen Gallery. 

n this episode of Dish the Dirt, I chat with the inspiring Kathy from Plumtree Floral Farm in the Northern Rivers of New South Wales.Kathy's story is a reminder that it's never too late to chase your dreams. After a long career in media and even a stint as Australia's “shopping queen,” she traded city life for gumboots and flower fields. Since moving to the subtropics, Kathy and her husband have faced drought, floods, cyclones, and endless curveballs from the weather. But through resilience, adaptability, and passion, they've built a flourishing flower farm that continues to grow and evolve.In our conversation, Kathy shares:

Northern Rivers based trainer, Ethan Ensby, joins Dave to chat about his childhood, why he used to hate racing, his best horses and future plans.

Evan Strong and Lea Kapiteli from Forgotten Origin: Our Alien Ancestry are here this week to tell you about the scary incident that happened a few months ago with an angry dooligarl at their home in the Northern Rivers area of NSW. They've been experiencing yowies on their property for the last three years or so, some of which was shared on EP109 if you want to check it out. While all of their previous experiences had been positive, this time, there was something sinister in the air and it appeared that the yowie in question did not have good intentions towards them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we're helping you hone your emotional fitness so you can enhance performance, deepen relationships, and master self-discipline.Steve is a Men's coach and consultant based in Northern Rivers, NSW. He helps men in high performance roles elevate their business, relationships, and health.With over a decade of experience, Steve has trained in cutting-edge personal and professional development modalities, ensuring his clients receive the most effective transformation tools available. His work goes beyond surface-level change - he guides men to break through personal barriers, develop unshakable clarity and confidence, and lead with strength and purpose.Recognized as one of Australia's leading men's coaches, Steve is committed to helping driven men step into their fullest potential, creating lasting success in all areas of life. Whether it's enhancing performance, deepening relationships, or mastering self-discipline, Steve delivers real, lasting results.Connect with Steve Here: https://linktr.ee/wildmanrevolution?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=85158320-8e13-486f-a472-c732881fdb3bhttps://www.wildmanrevolutioncoaching.comGrab the freebie here: https://www.wildmanrevolutioncoaching.com/free-resources===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/

While it might seem like medicine is for the well healed, it’s actually a course that creates opportunities for everyone. Rhi Noble, now a Junior Doctor at Lismore Base Hospital, is an extraordinary example of fighting through disadvantage, with purpose, grit, knowing exactly who she is and what she wanted to do with her life. Raised and supported, mainly by her grandmother and the LGBTQIA community of the Northern Rivers, it was this group of people that formed her community, helped her grow and believe in herself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yowie Sightings in the 1970s: Media Coverage and Key WitnessesDuring the 1970s, reports of Yowie sightings experienced a resurgence in the Australian media. Such coverage typically required two essential elements: first, a sighting report that caught enough attention to reach a newspaper, and second, a journalist with both an interest in the topic and the desire to write about it.One such journalist was Gary Buchanan from the Northern Star newspaper, serving the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Buchanan documented several notable Yowie encounters, including one of the most famous incidents of that era. While he covered an early sighting from 1935 in South Lismore, it was two reports from Woodenbong during the 1970s that captured national attention.Thelma Crewe's EncounterIn 1976, Mrs. Thelma Crewe found herself unable to sleep and stood by her kitchen window at 1 a.m. Although there had been reports in previous weeks of two Yowies roaming near her home, this was not on her mind at the time. As she looked out on the moonlit scene, she observed two Yowies, each about five feet tall, standing in a vacant lot beside her house.She insisted there could be no mistake, as the area was well-lit and the figures were close enough to distinguish clearly. The creatures' heads appeared to sink into their shoulders, and they moved bipedally. Their arm hair was notably long—about six inches—longer than the hair elsewhere on their bodies, which reminded her of an orangutan. She also noted their resemblance to the description given by George Grey, who was reportedly attacked by a small Yowie in 1965, west of Kempsey. Thelma provided AYR with sketches of the creatures she saw.Jean Maloney's SightingLess than a year later, another sighting took place on Lindsay Street, just a few streets away. Jean Maloney was awakened at 2:30 a.m. by the distressed yelping of her Australian Terrier in the backyard. Yowie encounters seldom end well for dogs; many animals react with fear, and those that confront the creatures often return with serious injuries or go missing altogether. In this case, the dog died from its injuries.Like many earlier witnesses, Jean has since passed away. Fortunately, her experience was documented and not lost to history.Witness TestimonyThe account of Jean's encounter was later recorded during an interview with Paul Cropper. For more comprehensive information, reports and history of the Yowie, visit our Website at www.yowiehunters.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/yowiehunters-witness-reports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textIn this episode, we speak with Linda Sparrow - long-time Bangalow local, former media buyer, and the passionate force behind Bangalow Koalas. Linda grew up in the Blue Mountains before building a life in Sydney's Northern Beaches, eventually settling in Bangalow over two decades ago with her mum.She shares reflections on the sense of belonging she found in the Northern Rivers, the value of community when starting fresh, and how her career in media led her to something entirely different. That ‘something' is now one of the most impactful conservation initiatives in the region. As President of Bangalow Koalas, Linda talks about how a small group of neighbours grew into a powerful not-for-profit determined to protect the area's unique koala population. She explains their ambitious goal to plant 500,000 trees, the types of plants they're focusing on, and why this gene pool of koalas might be key to the species' survival.Linda's journey is a reminder that passion and persistence can build something bigger than ourselves. In her words, if you want to make a difference - start local.Learn more at: https://www.bangalowkoalas.com.au/ If you'd like to share your story or provide feedback, please contact us via email at chrishanley@byronbayfn.com 

Climate change has led the Northern Rivers has been inundated by flood and flood threats, but it has also shown Australia - and the world - what it looks like to lead a community response to climate change. In this episode we talk with Rebecca McNaught, a community researcher on disaster response who shares with us how the community did respond to the extreme floods in 2022, and what all communities can learn from what they did.Bec has decades of experience in community-led climate work, having worked across the Pacific and the world before focusing on researching best practice in community strategies. She was undertaking field work when the 2022 floods began, and she helped lead emergency support with others in her neighbourhood before she finished her PhD documenting best practice.In this conversation she argues that big concepts like "climate change adaptation" and creating climate infrastructure are at their heart about building strong social bonds between people who can be there for each other when dialling 000 no longer works.For more on the Northern Rivers Community Resilience Alliance see here.For information on the University of Sydney's University Centre for Rural Health see here.For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)On Facebook, Instagram, Threads - https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Blue Sky Social - changemakerspod.bsky.aocial & amandatattersall.bsky.socialOn X/Twitter - @changemakers99 or @amandatattsOn LinkedIn - Amanda.Tattersall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Climate change has led the Northern Rivers has been inundated by flood and flood threats, but it has also shown Australia - and the world - what it looks like to lead a community response to climate change. In this episode we talk with Rebecca McNaught, a community researcher on disaster response who shares with us how the community did respond to the extreme floods in 2022, and what all communities can learn from what they did.Bec has decades of experience in community-led climate work, having worked across the Pacific and the world before focusing on researching best practice in community strategies. She was undertaking field work when the 2022 floods began, and she helped lead emergency support with others in her neighbourhood before she finished her PhD documenting best practice.In this conversation she argues that big concepts like "climate change adaptation" and creating climate infrastructure are at their heart about building strong social bonds between people who can be there for each other when dialling 000 no longer works.For more on the Northern Rivers Community Resilience Alliance see here.For information on the University of Sydney's University Centre for Rural Health see here.For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)On Facebook, Instagram, Threads - https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Blue Sky Social - changemakerspod.bsky.aocial & amandatattersall.bsky.socialOn X/Twitter - @changemakers99 or @amandatattsOn LinkedIn - Amanda.Tattersall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textIn this episode, we speak with Steve Snow - celebrated seafood chef, founder of the iconic Fins Restaurant, and lifelong lover of food, family, and the ocean. Born on the Gold Coast and raised in Cronulla, Steve's path didn't start in the kitchen. He began with business and law, but quickly realised the corporate life wasn't for him. What followed was a leap into a world where he could surf by day and cook by night.Steve shares stories of learning to cook with his mum, working on boats in France, and why his love for fish - especially locally caught - has never wavered. He reflects on opening the original Fins in Brunswick Heads in the early 90s, how he brought global flavours to the Northern Rivers, and what still drives him today.From TV appearances and best-selling cookbooks to decades of restaurant success, Steve's journey is a reminder that doing what you love really can shape a life. As he puts it, cooking is about passion - and doing it with love.If you'd like to share your story or provide feedback, please contact us via email at chrishanley@byronbayfn.com

Hello and welcome to the Monday Breakfast show for Monday the 14th of July 2025. On today's show: Headlines: French parliament recognises 'New Caledonia' as its own state despite Indigenous Kanak resistance. NDIA admits to removing participant from scheme following participant's alleged criticism of scheme on social media Last Monday members of the Allan government met with what's called the 'anti-hate task force' in response to a number of events around so-called Melbourne, including an attack on a synagogue and continued protest against genocide in Palestine and ties to Israel. Both the Allan government and multiple media outlets such as The Age, the Herald Sun and the ABC were quick to conflate these events as anti-Semitic in yet another attempt to stifle criticism of Israel, the Victorian government, and other entities which have partnered with the Zionist settler-colony. The Monday Breakfast show was joined by Ohad Kozminsky, executive member of the Jewish Council of Australia, an independent Jewish voice supporting human rights and opposing antisemitism and racism, to speak about the task force and the false conflation of anti-genocide protest with anti-Semitism. Edmi spoke with Ian Hamm about the Yoorrook Justice Commission report and its findings, the responsibilities of First Nations people and settlers alike in pushing for First Nations sovereignty and land back, as well as using a framework of looking to the future when taking part in the struggle. Ian is a Yorta Yorta man who has been actively involved in the Victorian Indigenous community in a personal and professional capacity for over 30 years. He has had a wide exposure to, and led, policy reform and program implementation for both the State and Federal Governments at executive level, mostly notably in Aboriginal Affairs. Since 2000, Ian has been a board member of a range of NFP's, including a number as Chair. He has led some of these organisations through change and adaption to ensure they are well placed for the challenges of improving the lives of people in a rapid changing environment. Ian is Chairperson of the Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation, First Nations Foundation, and President of the Community Broadcasting Foundation up until a couple of weeks. He is also a Board Director on The Healing Foundation, Yarra Valley Water, and Aboriginal Housing Victoria. Ian is also a sessional panel member on the Australian Financial Complaints Authority and Planning Panels Victoria. We play a segment from the Earth Matters show, providing Sasha Mainbridge's perspective on what she's learnt from life after a flood and the need to build back better after extreme weather events. Sasha is a resident of Mullumbimby, in the flood-prone Northern Rivers region of NSW, She is the founder and president of Mullum Cares, a non-profit organisation that focuses on resource conservation. Listen to the full episode and more from the Earth Matters crew at 3CR.org.au/earthmatters or listen live on Sunday from 11 to 11:30AM. The show ends with a conversation between Edmi and Emily, one of the editors from Dissolution Magazine, a local radical print publication. (Dis)solution creates and publishes work to unravel the knots of injustice in the post-end-of-history Anthropocene. It turns a critical eye to the machinations of exploitation at the intersections of politic, culture, and ecology, and the crisis and contradiction that follows. (Dis)solution believes in work that analyzes our world without insularity, work that informs our everyday-political movement through the eroding topographies of the 21st century—not merely to understand it, but to change it. Read more about Dissolution mag here.  Community announcements: Sri Lanka's tea industry – the second-biggest source of tea imports to Australia – is at a turning point. Plantation workers, who already work to unfair quotas in unsafe conditions, have been facing a shift from permanent, full-time employment to casualisation – losingincome, benefits, leave, job security and the right to unionise. On Saturday 19 July at Balam Balam Place, join Ceylon Workers' Red Flag Union activist Menaha Kandasamy to learn about their struggle for a fairer life, and find out how you can support them. Balam Balam Place is wheelchair accessible, masks are encouraged. Read more about the event here.   Songs played: SONGS PLAYED:'I Care' - Turnstile [https://lajuardi7.bandcamp.com/track/i-care]'Let Love Rule' - Archie Roach [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdHHL_kOEW4]'Forging On' - Turnstile [https://outright-hc.bandcamp.com/track/forging-on]'All For One' - Caution [https://mobcaution.bandcamp.com/track/all-for-one]

Ibis island....Gibbo and Buster unpack one of the wildest weekends to hit poor old Murwillumbah. From the boys robbing the Riverview pokies to Gibbo doing his signature fruit bat and a couple mad blokes swimming to Ibis island, the live show had it all! If today's what caught my eye can teach you anything, its DO NOT TAKE PHOTOS WITH BEAR CUBS!Thanks you all you flogs to made the live show one to remember and if you enjoyed your stay on the Northern Rivers....p1ss off we are full Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are living on a compromised planet. Alongside acting to slow the pace of change, we have to adapt; and prepare for increasingly challenging conditions. Communities everywhere are already doing this, often independent of - and in spite of - the actions of their governments. On this show, and next month, I share some examples of community-led climate adaptation on this continent. You'll hear how individuals and organisations are working to build resilience, respond collectively to climate impacts, and prepare for escalating disaster. Amanda Kelly is the CEO of Women's Health Goulburn North East, a feminist organisation based in North-east Victoria which co-produced a research report on disaster resilience called ‘Care Through Disaster'.  Sasha Mainbridge is a resident of Mullumbimby, in the flood-prone Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. She is the founder and president of Mullum Cares, a non-profit organisation that focuses on resource conservation. Catherine Strong is an associate professor in the RMIT University's Music Industry program. She researches extensively on industry work conditions, gender in music and the impacts of the climate emergency. The Climate Adaptation Fair took place at Borderlands Cooperative in Footscray, Narrm (melbourne), as part of the National Sustainability Festival. It was organised by Friends of the Earth's Act on Climate collective.Earth Matters #1509 was produced by Mia Audrey.

Want to test your water?Get $50! off your first comprehensive water test at ⁠⁠mywaterscore.com.au⁠⁠ with code "PRACTICAL" visit the site here: http://bit.ly/44osI54Tuck yourself into a shady spot or stroll through the garden — today we're heading to the Northern Rivers to hear how one homesteader is turning challenge into abundance.

Cyclone Alfred should not have tracked as far south as it did. But in March it tore through Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Northern Rivers, affecting about four million people. One of them was climate scientist and IPCC lead author, Joëlle Gergis. She says the storm’s freak southward drift, driven by record-warm ocean temperatures, shows the climate crisis is outrunning politics. Today, Joëlle Gergis on how far governments have fallen behind their climate promises – and the bold action Australia must take before the next disaster strikes. If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Climate scientist and lead author for the IPCC, Joëlle Gergis. Photo: David Gray / AFPSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie catches up with Irish singer-songwriter and activist Áine Tyrrell as Áine prepares to move back to Ireland after more than ten years living in the Northern Rivers region of... LEARN MORE The post Áine Tyrrell – Show #355 (part 2), 8 June 2025 appeared first on Miss Chatelaine.

Amber Alekhamis is a qualified naturopathic herbalist (BHSc), certified in iridology and flower essences. Her work and life revolve around being in reverie with nature and advocating for us as people to be in a reciprocal relationship with the earth. She continues to try to always be a proponent for traditional practices of Naturopathy and to be guided by the light of nature. Amber lives in the Northern Rivers of NSW with her husband, where she runs her small business known as From The Eartha.During this episode, Amber shares how an upbringing steeped in the philosophy of nature connection alongside a childhood living on the wild islands off the coast of Western Australia heavily influenced her belief systems and the way that she practices and connects with herbal medicine today. Amber's passionate about keeping alive the traditions and constitutional approaches of early naturopathic founders- focussing on the whole person, rather than reducing someone to their symptoms. She uses herbal oils as a way of deepening her connection to herbal medicine, but also as a beautifully gentle introduction to using herbs for those that are new to plant medicine. Helping her clients experience the potency and effectiveness of plants in a way that asks them to slow down and use all their senses. I loved chatting with Amber about two often overlooked herbs- Chamomile and Comfrey and the way she uses these in her herbal oils.This is a beautiful nature infused chat which I think you're going to love!**SHOW NOTES**Amber references philosopher Victor Schauberger who you can read more about hereShe also shares a quote from Stephen Harrod Buhner- you can listen to our Sacred Herbalism podcast segment featuring a tribute to Stephen hereShe also speaks of a plant spirit communication journey on which she was guided by Heidi Wedd- you can listen to Heidi in conversation with Stephanie Hazel on this episode of Sacred Herbalism and with Tatiana Dawn on this episode of Herbal Education. **CONNECT**You can connect with Amber and purchase her divine herbal oils via her website here, read her gorgeous Substack here or stay in touch via instagram here.You can connect with JESS via instagram and facebook here and here,  join her newsletter community here, buy her handmade herbal products here or book an appointment here.**BUY ME A CUPPA**If you liked the episode and want more, a cuppa fuels my work and time, which is given for free. Leave a comment and a few bucks here: https://buymeacoffee.com/theeldertree**THE ELDER TREE TROVE PATREON COMMUNITY**You can join our Patreon ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ and gain a deeper connection to our podcast. Pay only $2 per week to have access to bonus and often exclusive resources and opportunities- plus support the Elder tree at the same time! To find out more about The Elder Tree visit the website at ⁠www.theeldertree.org⁠ and donate to the crowdfunding campaign ⁠here⁠.You can also follow The Elder Tree on ⁠Facebook⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠sign up to the newsletter⁠.Find out more about this podcast and the presenters ⁠here⁠. Get in touch with The Elder Tree at:  ⁠asktheeldertree@gmail.com⁠The intro and outro song is "⁠Sing for the Earth⁠" and was kindly donated by Chad Wilkins.  You can find Chad's music ⁠here⁠ and ⁠here⁠.

"The future of Food is in Agroforestry" says Tom Bjorkston, the founder of Misty Creek Agroforestry, a regenerative farm in the Northern Rivers of NSW producing beyond organic eggs, chicken and various seasonal crops.We discuss the cutting edge syntropic and agroforestry practices that Misty Creek are implementing to create a self-sustaining ecosystem that enhances soil health and nutrient density in food production.The conversation highlights the function of Nguni cattle for regenerative grazing, the challenges of direct-to-consumer model, regulatory nanny state creating regulatory barriers for small scale farmers, the potential for regenerative agriculture to revitalize rural communities and more. TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction to Misty Creek Agroforestry06:41 Understanding Syntropic Agriculture13:29 The Role of Animals in Agroforestry18:19 Cattle and Nutrient Density in Farming25:36 The Future of Regenerative Agriculture28:59 The Nguni Cattle: A Resilient Choice for Grazing37:35 Navigating the Challenges of Direct-to-Consumer Sales52:42 The Vision for Misty Creek: Building a Sustainable FutureFollow TOM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mistycreek.agroforestry/Follow DR MAXWebsite: https://drmaxgulhane.com/Private Group: https://www.skool.com/dr-maxs-circadian-resetCourses: https://drmaxgulhane.com/collections/coursesTwitter: https://twitter.com/MaxGulhaneMDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_max_gulhane/Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1661751206Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/6edRmG3IFafTYnwQiJjhwRLinktree: https://linktr.ee/maxgulhanemdDISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is purely for informational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or YouTube channel. Do not make medication changes without first consulting your treating clinician.#agroforestry #syntropicagriculture #regenerativefarming #nutrientdensity #permaculture #ngunicattle #nguni #regenerativeagriculture,  #foodsovereigntySend us a textSupport the show

February and March 2022 saw close to 1,000 schools in the Northern Rivers region temporarily close, with some schools unable to return to their original locations. The disaster resulted in damaged infrastructure and educational materials, displaced families and impacted teachers. Southern Cross University researchers have launched the Floods + Me project to work with young people in gathering their experiences during and following the natural disaster and its impact on their schooling. Dr Simone Blom and Dr Liberty de Rivera speak on the SCU Buzz podcast about the research project and their upcoming education framework aimed at helping schools prepare for floods. Learn more: https://www.scu.edu.au/education/research/sustainability-environment-and-the-arts-in-education-seae-research-cluster/floods--me/ The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.

This ep is a wild ride—think lice. Yep, they're back, they're savage, and they've made themselves right at home on Sarah's head (and on pretty much every child in the Northern Rivers). But these pesky invaders are no match for our girls and their arsenal of potions and lotions. We also dive into pregnancy updates, gender dreaming, soul baby connections, and the messier bits too—like intrusive thoughts and the anxiety that can follow pregnancy loss. It's itchy heads and full hearts this week, and we're here for all of it. Resource links: Lice products Emily the Medium This episode is proudly sponsored by OSEA!  Follo​w Sarah Wright Olsen: IG: @swrightolsen Follow Teresa Palmer: IG: @teresapalmer  FB: https://www.facebook.com/teresamarypalmer/ DISCOUNT CODES: • Go to www.baeo.com and get 20% when using the code MOTHERDAZE20 • Go to www.lovewell.earth and get 20% when using the code MOTHERDAZE20 More about the show! • Watch this episode on YouTube here • Co-founders of @yourzenmama yourzenmama.com • Read and buy our book! "The Zen Mama Guide To Finding Your Rhythm In Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Living where people know your name, and are keen to stop and chat, is high on Dr Courtney-Anne Blackhall’s priority list for life, as is having a broad-based career in this friendly environment. So the Northern Rivers, with its beaches, restaurants and cool sea breezes is the perfect location to work as a rural GP. Courtney-Anne shares the story of her journey from Perth to Lismore, discussing the unique challenges of rural healthcare and why saying “yes” shaped her path to becoming a compassionate and adaptable GP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the week that was TC Alfred, we move forward to sunny days, a bright full eclipse moon & a landscape that evolves with shifting tides and learnings for a more sustainable future.

Welcome back, Cyclone Alfred was more piss then wind it turned out but still took its toll on the Flog family's and our loyal flogs in the Sth East and Northern Rivers, it was approached very differently in the Gibson and Kirby house holds Ang has a “fall” and it's somehow Kirbs fault, Mrs Gib gets a black eye and a busted arm the Gibsons all huddle around a phone to watch the footy, the Kirby's get cabin fever and two of them end up skidding down the front lawn. Moose finds a productive way to use his electric car and goose went and surfed snapper, it's all happening on this weeks epwe hope all you legends are ok and please reach out if your not Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Krakers die in leegstaande, door water beschadigde huizen in de Northern Rivers regio van New South Wales wonen, zeggen te blijven ondanks dat de premier van de staat heeft beloofd de panden te slopen.

Những người cư trú trái phép sống trong các ngôi nhà từng bị bỏ hoang và hư hại do nước ở vùng Northern Rivers của bang New South Wales đã tuyên bố sẽ ở lại, bất chấp cam kết của Thủ hiến bang về việc phá dỡ những căn nhà này. Những người cư trú trái phép nói rằng họ không còn lựa chọn nào khác trong bối cảnh khủng hoảng khả năng chi trả nhà ở vốn đã tồn tại từ trước.

This episode is all about The Big Eight challenge by Johnny Gannon! We start this episode with JG himself as we prep for a life changing experience of health, fitness and wellbeing. Jason Gilbert adds in his exercise & nutritional advice for optimising performance throughout the eight weeks along with some great tips on maintaining longevity with these health benefits. Wagyu Huey has the best rumps in the business- listen in as he breaks down the finest meats and where you can get them in the Northern Rivers. Last but not least we talk to Kelly Macdonald, an extremely well decorated Nutritionist who breaks down the scientific benefits of eating a healthy well-balanced diet. Kelly also shares her favourite smoothies which aren't to be missed. https://big8challenge.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conversations is bringing you a summer treat — a collection of Richard's most memorable guests through out the years. After a cruel and abusive childhood and an adulthood full of unemployment and homelessness, Gregory Smith decided to step out of society and into the solitary life of a hermit, living in the elements in a forest in Northern NSW. Gregory is an academic in the School of Arts and Social Sciences at Southern Cross University in New South Wales.He recently completed his PhD highlighting the experiences of children raised in institutional care.For much of his adulthood Gregory was homeless; and by his own admission, a 'do not approach' figure.For ten years he lived as a hermit in a forest in northern NSW, catching his own food.After decades of life on the margins, he now has a place of his own, and is a popular teacher.Gregory's childhood, in and out of orphanages, boys' homes and youth detention centres, made getting a foothold in regular society a massive challenge.This episode of Conversations contains discussions about child abuse, orphanages, boys homes, child psychology, sociopaths, homelessness, unemployment, hermit, solitude, forests, rainforest, New South Wales, NSW, recluse, sociology, university, relationships, memoirs, autobiographies, Southern Cross Univerity, PHD, Order of Australia. 

This week we welcome back our good mate Jason Gilbert for a Health and Wellness Optimiser leading into the Christmas break! Jason is a human performance optimiser, health and wellbeing coach and educator based in the Northern Rivers with over 20 years experience at an elite level. Jason has devoted his life to changing others' lives for the better and today we got a Christmas kick-start into the New Year for all the positive changes we can make to feel better every day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I'm in conversation with Heike Hamann. Heike was born in Tanzania, East Africa to German parents, and lived in England, Papua New Guinea and Germany before moving to Australia as a teenager. She is currently the custodian of a beautiful property in Tyagarah, in the Northern Rivers, surrounded by nature and close to the ocean. Heike has been sailing, running, bushwalking and paragliding to name but a few of her sporting activities, and has represented Australia as a runner and paragliding pilot. She graduated from the Process Work Institute in Portland Oregon with two Process Oriented Psychology Masters, and works in private practice as a psychotherapist.  She is constantly astounded and amazed by the magic and deep transformation that happens when people's processes are lovingly and attentively followed, and the depth of wisdom that each of us has, is accessed.  Connection is important to Heike.  Connection to the Divine, to Herself and herself, to Nature, to her partner, friends and family and to community.  These days she loves having spaciousness in her life, which facilitates this connection.  She loves sailing with hump back whales – so much so that she bought herself a boat late last year and has been living and sailing on it along the east coast of Australia and Tasmania for the last 12 months. The journey has helped her grow more and more into a place of trusting Life, and the feeling of being held and loved unconditionally (by Below and Above, – aka Mother Earth and the Divine).  We talked about three levels of reality; working with pain and body symptoms; the impact of living in many places on the making of a person; belonging; slowing down; loneliness; inner knowing  and her very special encounter with whales. Heike's FB page: Beyond the Bay of Dreams If you like this podcast, please ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe/ Follow it ,share it with your friends, leave a comment and rating in Apple podcast (or wherever you get your podcast) and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠join ⁠⁠our list ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to get notified when a new episode is on air. If you wish to support the podcast by donating, please click the PayPal link ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/PayPal-Souloist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Thank You for your generosity. Find us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Face Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin

Daniela è arrivata Down Under con un working holiday visa, tanta curiosità ma anche anni di esperienza come chef alle spalle. Ora ha tanti nuovi progetti, e conta di vivere tra Byron Bay e la sua regione d'origine, dove la sua famiglia ha da generazioni un ristorante.

The Ball & All presents a LIVE Podcast from the Book Launch of Col Lee's 'Turning the Tide'. Col Lee is an absolute champion bloke and an integral part of the Northern Rivers community. ‘Turning The Tide' is about the extraordinary story of Ballina Rotary's response to the 2022 floods crisis, written by Col with assistance of his neighbour & former journalist Christine McNeil. We're unbelievably grateful to be in the same postcode as Col Lee, let alone support him with his book launch a few Fridays ago.  Copies of ‘Turning The Tide' are available for $20 from the Ballina-on-Richmond Rotary Club, with profits going to help the Hot Meal Centre and future community projects of the club. In Ballina you can find copies at: Wallace & Co, the Commonwealth Bank, 101.9 Paradise FM, and the Ballina Maritime Museum.https://www.echo.net.au/2024/11/ballina-flood-book-launched-in-style/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back in the shed and this week we welcome a very special guest Dave Gyngell! Australian businessman and former CEO of Nine Entertainment Co, Gynge has played a major role in developing the Media and Television industry throughout his career. A keen surfer growing up in Bondi and proud member of the ITN Boardriders, to a now local of the Byron Shire, he shares his time now giving back to the community and has helped raise awareness about the mental health crisis in the Northern Rivers of Australia. A family man with an illustrious career and life experiences, we were honoured to have him join the podcast. Dont miss this episode as we welcome the full Ball & All cast back! Barnsey returns from his hiatus with a hilarious intro to the podcast; Woody asks all his deep business questions including whether Gynge can help his beloved Tigers; & Condo holds down the anchor after spending 38 weeks on the NRL segment with Mr Matrix wondering if the Dragons will ever win again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Oni Blecher speaks with Zoë Rose Gameau to hear Zoë's breech birth story. Zoë is a mother of two girls and lover of nature. She lives with her daughters in a tiny studio home nestled amongst the trees and streams of the Northern Rivers of New South Wales. Her current work is in creative development as Executive Producer at a sustainable film production company, Green Thumb Media.  In the past, whilst being primary carer mothering two young children, she worked closer to home, founding How We Gather, a profit for purpose company facilitating health coaching for individuals and groups with creative methods and circle gatherings.  She also worked part time for the not-for-profit group Environmental Leadership Australia which further deepened her engagement with the reality of the challenge we face environmentally and some of the solutions available. Previously an actress, Zoë worked with almost every major TV network in Australia, also contributing behind the scenes and featured in the documentaries That Sugar Film and 2040.  As a published author she contributed to books 1 & 2 of That Sugar Guide - A Pan Mac Millan publication. The weaving of these worlds leads Zoë to where she is today; combining all her efforts to bring about the sharing of meaningful stories to help shape a healthy society and environment in a responsible, wise and artistic way, whilst taking time to enjoy the simplicity of her surroundings and raising her children lovingly.Find Zoë at her film production company here: https://www.greenthumbmedia.com.au

Andy Dozier, a team member of Orbis Ministries (Ken Fish) spoke recently at the Northern Rivers school of the prophetic. He presented a phenomenal message that gave a wonderful introduction to the ministry of inner healing. He opened by talking about the fragility of the human soul, and how we were never designed to be exposed to so much trauma and rejection. He went on to explain how God brings healing to reverse all of the choices we have made in our negative responses to the trauma and the pain of life on planet earth. This is a tremendous message and we would encourage everyone to give it a listen Andy was a tremendous blessing at the school of the prophetic. We hope you enjoy this message and that you are also blessed. Andy's biggest point was that a heart that is healing is a heart that is hearing everything God is saying.

A horny bloke has his way with a park bench and it doesn't end well. Kirb calls for the Hillbillies of the Northern Rivers to unit at the hillbilly games. We have a huge update from the pigeon flock we have a bullet like bird on our hands. The G Rodge records have all been beaten and we speak to the new champ. We destroy mooses Browser history and father gibbo hands out some well Deserved Hail Marys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this captivating episode of the "Body of Wisdom" podcast, we delve into the incredible world of Oni Blecher—a dynamic force in the realms of birthwork, the healing and creative arts, and community advocacy. Oni's expertise encompasses Visionary Craniosacral work, Arvigo® Techniques of Mayan Abdominal Therapy, myofascial release, and visceral osteopathy, all of which she seamlessly integrates to support women through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Oni has also trained as a midwife and is well-known as a doula and birth-advocate in the Northern Rivers, NSW, region. Oni shares her heartfelt stories and experiences, highlighting the profound impact of working with women, and especially babies and children. Her insights reveal the astonishing capacity of these young beings to integrate and heal from their early life experiences. As the co-facilitator of "Earthed to Birth," a weekly pregnancy and gardening group, and a vital member of PBB Media, Oni's advocacy work aims to educate and inspire on the topic of maternity health. Through PBB Media, she blends stories, science, traditions, and innovative ideas to transform perspectives on childbirth and parenting. With a background in literature, creative writing, photojournalism, and visual arts, Oni brings a  creative, embodied and holistic approach to her work. Her dedication to connecting to the intuitive body with confident expression shines through her poetry and community initiatives. Recently, Oni completed a master's degree focusing on Australian masculinities and male mental health, aiming to foster harmony within family dynamics by promoting embodied awareness, which we also discuss in this episode. Highlights of This Episode: Sisterhood, and Oni's powerful bond with her three beautiful sisters Discover Oni's journey from midwifery to the healing arts Learn about her transformative work with babies and children Understand the evolving roles of doulas and midwives Explore insights from her research on masculinity and mental health Dive into her advocacy efforts with PBB Media Get inspired by "Earthed to Birth" and community-driven care Join us for an inspiring conversation that bridges the realms of birth, healing, sisterhood, and community care. Tune in and be inspired by Oni Blecher's holistic approach to nurturing women, families, and communities. Oni's website: https://oniblecher.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oni_keeperofthehearth/  Earthed to Birth: https://www.instagram.com/earthedtobirth/  PBB Media: https://www.pbbmedia.org/  PBB Media podcast: https://www.pbbmedia.org/the-pbb-podcast.html  Visionary Cranio-Sacral Work: https://milneinstitute.com/ Shemana Elixirs: https://www.shemana.com.au/       

You may recall the name ‘Esther Rockett' from episode 2, season 3 of this podcast, which was all about Universal Medicine – Serge Benhayon's esoteric healing cult in the Northern Rivers region of NSW. Esther has been blogging about the more alarming elements of Serge's ‘modalities' since 2012, and he sued her for defamation in 2015. The case went to trial in 2018, and in an incredible David and Goliath tale, Esther's defence proved that the bulk of the defamatory claims found to have been conveyed in her writings were true. Esther's new book 'Universal Predator' is out now and it's all about this battle. It is riveting reading.Full episode page here. You can support us on Patreon or with a one-off donation or merch purchase.Links:Universal Predator — by Esther Rockett, 2024Esther Rockett's official websiteUniversal Medicine Cult Exposed and Universal Medicine Accountability — Esther Rockett's blogsBenhayon v Rockett (No 8) [2019] NSWSC 169 — Supreme Court New South Wales judgement, 6 December 2018With thanks to our episode sponsor, The Finance and Property Survival Guide podcast. If you have been personally affected by involvement in a cult, or would like to support those who have been, you can find support with or donate to Cult Information and Family Support if you're in Australia, or with the International Cultic Studies Association. Subscribe and support the production of this independent podcast, and you can access early + ad-free episodes at https://plus.acast.com/s/lets-talk-about-sects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Songwriter Trysts, we sit down with Vanessa Lawless, an inspiring singer-songwriter from Grafton, deeply connected to the Northern Rivers. Vanessa shares her journey of discovering her artistic identity, starting from her early inspirations like Shirley Temple to her high school days where she began to realize her potential in songwriting. She reflects on her father's influence, the encouragement she received, and her struggles with self-doubt and perfectionism. Vanessa opens up about her transformative path, which includes a detour into healing and spirituality as a massage therapist before fully embracing her musical career. She discusses the importance of genuine connections, role models like Lauryn Hill and Alicia Keys, and the challenges of navigating the modern music industry. With a focus on creating music that truly represents her values and experiences, Vanessa emphasizes the importance of authenticity and community in her artistic journey. Join us as Vanessa Lawless candidly shares her story, her growth, and her vision for the future. Watch Vanessa Lawless's liver performance in the Songwriter Trysts Studio HERE Connect with Vanessa: Website Instagram Spotify YouTube

Meet Bridget (pronouns: she/her) and Soph Thomson (pronouns: they/them), the passionate duo behind an innovative wildlife education platform, the Wildlife Twins that aims to ignite a spark of curiosity and conservation in people of all ages. With a background in wildlife science from the University of Queensland, Bridget leads the charge in bringing wildlife closer to the hearts and minds of their audience, while Soph, a seasoned dog trainer, adds her expertise in handling and training their furry and scaly ambassadors. Based in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia, this dynamic duo work as wildlife educators and mobile exhibitors for their family of native wildlife throughout that region and online! Together, they form a dynamic team dedicated to spreading awareness about the importance of coexisting with wildlife. #ITSAWILDLIFE #itsawildlife is an online platform supporting you to start and sustain your career with wildlife. Whether you're just starting out or you've been about the traps for a while, you're in the right place! Tune in each week to talk all things wildlife conservation work - amazing projects to expand your experience, inspiring ecologists to grow your network, and step-by-step advice to magnify your impact and land your dream job with wildlife!  FREE RESOURCES: Feel like you've tried everything to land your dream job in wildlife conservation? We got you! struggling to get your foot in the door and find paid work with wildlife? or searching for strategies to battle burnout, maintain your momentum, magnify your impact – and create a more sustainable and successful career? so, what's the next step? ✨⁠⁠Book a free clarity call⁠⁠ for personalized career pointers- DM me on ⁠⁠Instagram @itisawildlife⁠⁠ or email hello@itisawildlife.com✨Check out our free resources on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.itisawildlife.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT & CONNECT: Want to hear more from Bridget and Soph? Follow them on social media to connect and join their wild adventure — Instagram @thewildlifetwins, TikTok @thewildlifetwins, Facebook, and YouTube @thewildlifetwins8076. If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and review to support the show and share the love with your network. We'd love to hear from ya! Get in touch by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@itisawildlife.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or connect on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram @itisawildlife⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠TikTok @itisawildlife⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Can't wait to connect!

The UK's Nana's against Fracking are a grassroots movement that spread across regional UK communities to stop gas fracking. The movement was led by a legion of women who had never, or only at a distance, been involved in making change, but felt compelled to act when they found out about the catastrophic effects of fracking on the environment and community Tina and the Nanas were a magnificent example of people seeking and achieving ordinary hope - showing the kind of community power that lies in all of us.This episode is a ChangeMakers #UKSpecial.Nanas against Fracking take some inspiration from their sisters the Knitting Nanna's in Australia! ChangeMakers produced an episode on gas extraction in the Northern Rivers that features these Nanas back in our first season, and you can find it on ACAST or on our website.You can find the UK Nanas on X/Twitter here @UK_Nanas and Tina Rothery @tinalouiseUK.ChangeMakers 2024 is supported by the Civic Power Fund and work with the UCL Policy Lab. This year they are supporting ChangeMakers to bring together a collection of Chats filled with extraordinary ideas and everyday experience to understand how we can change the world, www.ucl.ac.uk/policy-lab/ucl-policy-lab and www.civicpower.org.uk.For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)On Facebook, Instagram, Threads - https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/On X/Twitter - @changemakers99 or @amandatattsOn LinkedIn - Amanda.Tattersall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Cathy is a journalist from Sydney, executive producer at 'Consortium News". Courtroom reporter on Assange hearings. Filmmaker and musician. http://www.consortiumnews.com/  GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Eddie Lloyd lives in the Northern Rivers of NSW. She is an Accredited Specialist Criminal Lawyer, a former politician councillor elected to Lismore City Council, a community advocate and a single mum to a unique 10 year old boy. She is also an accredited Doublespeak translator and dedicated to promoting truth and transparency in government and getting justice for David McBride.

Where old railway routes are no longer used for trains, the corridor has been turned into something special.

Did you know that there are four Jungles and counting… Dyl’s talks to Paul about his recent trip to our NR’s sister gym’s and his time spent with Teora (Jungle Botnay and Jungle Ballina Founder) and Esther (Jungle Cabba Founder) What similarities and differences do they have to our OG space here in Botany? People, […] The post #02 Dyl’s Northern Rivers Adventure appeared first on Jungle Botany.

John Seed is a 78-year-old world-renowned Australian environmental educator, author, activist, artist and filmmaker. A recipient of the Australian government's Order of Australia medal, John is the founder and director of the Rainforest Information Centre and, since 1979, has been involved in 100s of campaigns and education initiatives that have protected remaining rainforests and helped humanity rethink our relationship with nature. John and his family first came to Australia as Jewish refugees who experienced incredible hardship and devastating loss during the Nazi occupation of Hungary. They went on to create a new life in Australia, where John's mother, Judy Cassab, went on to become one of Australia's most celebrated painters.  John also has an artistic flair, and he and his mother had an exhibition together during the final years of Judy's life. John has had a fascinating and adventurous path in life.After a short career in computing with IBM, John joined the hippy trail, travelling overland through Afghanistan and onto India, where he studied meditation before arriving back in Australia and co-founding an intentional community in Bundjalung Country,  and the Northern Rivers ‘rainbow region' of Northern NSW at Bodhi farm, which still exists to this day. It was here that John found his true calling, or it found him. As you're about to hear, at the time, outside of Indigenous culture, there was little respect or appreciation for the value of rainforests, and they were being destroyed at an alarming rate. John joined locals in blockading the site at Terania Creek and said the experience at the time was as if nature was speaking to him. The protesters succeeded, and John went on to found the Rainforest Information Centre, a pioneering global organisation that has been instrumental in rainforest protection and conversation throughout Latin America, Cambodia, India, Papua New Guinea, Australia, and the South Pacific. His work also helped initiate the creation of the US Rainforest Action Network.John has written and lectured extensively on the concept of deep ecology. With Joanna Macy, Pat Fleming and Professor Arne Naess, he wrote "Thinking Like a Mountain - Towards a Council of All Beings" which has been translated into 12 languages including Korean and Tibetan.In 1987 he co-produced a television documentary, "EARTH FIRST!" for Australian national television about the struggle for the rainforests. In 2003 he spearheaded RIC's endangered species campaign and made the film "On The Brink" with David Attenborough, David Suzuki, Olivia Newton-John and Jack Thompson. You can find that via the Rainforest Information Centre online, as well as lots of other great videos, including one of John in conversation with Ram Dass in 1992.In 2021 – after an arduous and prolonged struggle with life-threatening cancer, John got back in the saddle and jumped straight into action. Some of his campaigning at this time helped lead to Ecuador's Constitutional Court ruling that mining in the Los Cedros Protected Forest is a violation of the constitutional rights of nature and is therefore prohibited in the forest. This has created an important national and worldwide precedent.More recently, John was involved in the Rising Tide blockade of coal ships leaving the world's Largest Coal Port in Newcastle, NSW. 3000 protesters gathered, and John was one of over 100 people in Kayaks arrested as part of a collective stand against Australia's continued investment in fossil fuels.   I should add that John is also an accomplished songwriter and has produced 5 albums of environmental songs, as well as numerous other environmental films. 

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0:00:00 Introduction Richard Saunders 0:02:30 Once More Unto The Breach Tim Mendham, Sue Ieraci, Darryl Colquhoun and Richard Saunders head to Sydney's Festival of Mind Body Spirit to discover what quackery is on display. Will they survive the paranormal parade of pretend psychics? 0:12:54 You Can Count On Adrienne. With Adrienne Hill Kelly Burke and Faith Newsome Rodriquez join Adrienne Hill to talk about refutations regarding the Stanford Marshmallow Experiment that was initially conducted in 1972 with follow-up studies declaring that a child's ability to delay gratification could be a predictor of future success, including better SAT scores, higher levels of education and lower body mass index. https://theness.com/neurologicablog/index.php/the-marshmallow-test 0:32:54 The Book of Tim. With Tim Mendham Phoney Fauna - Part #2 By Tim Mendham Tim looks at all the strange and weird fake animals that have been invented over the years in order to delight, con, fool, or gain publicity for their creators. A reading from The Skeptic, Vol. 34 No. 4 http://www.skeptics.com.au 0:46:10 A Dive into a Trove A wander through the decades of digitised Australian newspapers on a search for references to Mind Body Spirit. http://www.trove.nla.gov.au Also   10 Years Ago The Skeptic Zone #260 - 13.October.2013 Maynard's Spooky Action... Maynard visits SkeptiCamp Sydney and interviews a wide range of people about all sorts of things. Highlights include a chat with Heidi Robertson from the Northern Rivers, Spoon Bending with Saunders and Cup Cakes! - The Royal Institution of Australia (RiAus) is a national scientific not-for-profit organisation with a mission to bring science to people and people to science. https://skepticzone.libsyn.com/the-skeptic-zone-260-13-oct-2013

Psychiatrist Dr Harry Freeman on the memorable patients, LSD, and medical epiphanies from his 50 years in psychiatry