Neil Pharaoh Neil is the Co-Founder and Director at Tanck . He is also the Director of Corporate Affairs at Hire Up, and Chair at Climate Action Network Australia. Check out Neil's personal site here . Tanck Sponsorship We are thrilled to be sponsored by Tanck for the coming months. They do incredible work in re-imagining government engagement that works superbly for for-purpose organisations. Promotional Partnerships Our partnerships enable promotional campaigns help to amplify purpose-driven a...
Aug 28, 2023•45 min•Ep. 302
Good Edi My guests today are the Founders of Good Edi , Aniyo Rahebi & Catherine Hutchins. Good Edi make the Edi Cup- a delicious sustainable and eco-friendly edible cup that you consume after you’ve finished drinking your beverage. 300th Celebration Come and celebrate our 300th episode milestone at The Commons Cremorne in Melbourne on 22nd September. Be amongst friends, past guests, listeners and more. Register Here , limited tickets remaining. The Hedgehog's Nest Join our new Substack, The...
Aug 21, 2023•41 min•Ep. 301
Mike Davis Mike is the Chief Podcaster (and only podcaster) at Humans of Purpose and an Executive Leader in the for-purpose world. He also dabbles in a range of things including angel investing, mentoring and advisory work with startups in the climate tech and health tech space and writing about big ideas. Louise is the best wife, mum, cardiologist, reality-TV watcher and podcast host we've had to date. 300th Celebration Come and celebrate our 300th episode milestone at The Commons Cremorne in M...
Aug 14, 2023•42 min•Ep. 300
Dilara Bahceci My guest today is Dilara Bahcheci , who is the Head of Communications at Psylo . She is also a Research Fellow at The George Institute. Psylo are an Australian borne startup developing next-generation therapeutics inspired by psychedelics from nature. Content warning: this podcast will discuss topics of mental health and suicide. Some people may find parts of this content confronting or distressing. If this material raises concerns for you, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or B...
Aug 07, 2023•49 min•Ep. 299
Angus Crowther This week on the podcast I bring you my conversation with Angus Crowther , who is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Tanck . Tanck’s purpose is to build government and stakeholder engagement capability to amplify the impact of organisations that do good in the world. Tanck Sponsorship We are thrilled to be sponsored by Tanck for the coming months. They do incredible work in re-imagining government engagement that works superbly for for-purpose organisations. We look forward ...
Jul 31, 2023•46 min•Ep. 298
Kate Dundas This week I bring you my conversation with Kate Dundas , who has recently joined the United Nations Global Compact Network Australia (UNGCA) as Executive Director. The UNGCNA are mobilising Australia’s leading businesses to create a sustainable future and find opportunities to impact our world – for good. HoP 300th We'd love you fine folks to join us to celebrate our Humans of Purpose 300th episode milestone. We are partying at The Commons Cremorne (Melbourne) on Friday 22nd Septembe...
Jul 24, 2023•47 min•Ep. 297
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Michael Bronfman This week I bring you my conversation with Michael Bronfman , who is the Managing Director and Chief Commercial Officer at Baresop . Baresop is a modern-day zero-waste personal care brand that keeps your body clean – and your conscience too. HoP 300th We'd love you fine folks to join us to celebrate our Humans of Purpose 300th episode milestone. We are partying at The Commons Cremorne (Melbourne) on Friday 22nd September from 5.30pm. This will involve food, drinks, a live DJ set...
Jul 17, 2023•44 min•Ep. 296
James Kahn This week I bring you my conversation with Dr James Kahn , who is Principle Software Engineer at HAL Systems . HAL is predictive (AI-driven) self-learning climate control for commercial buildings. It delivers occupant comfort, while minimising energy use. HoP 300th We'd love you fine folks to join us to celebrate our Humans of Purpose 300th episode release. We are partying at The Commons in Cremorne (Melbourne) on Friday 22nd September from 5.30pm. This will involve food, drinks, spon...
Jul 10, 2023•49 min•Ep. 295
David Zwier This week I bring you my conversation with David Zwier , who is the Founder at Bonny . Bonny is Australia’s favourite Doona and it’s a timely conversation as we are deep into winter here in Melbourne. Bonny produces ethically made and impact-oriented top quality Doonas at affordable prices and he has driven much of Bonny's startup success through his own hard work, enthusiasm and business and marketing nous. Upgrade your old Doona today to an elite Bonny Doona with a handy 10% off, C...
Jul 03, 2023•51 min•Ep. 294
Chris Kotur Chris Kotur is the Leader in Residence at Leadership Victoria . Chris is a Williamson program alumnus from 1994. Chris has had an incredible career to date and more recently has worked with three Royal Commissions – the Bushfires Royal Commission, the Royal Commission into Family Violence and the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System and in each instance she has continued to work with communities and agencies implementing subsequent reforms. Leadership Victoria We are...
Jun 26, 2023•58 min•Ep. 293
Jarahad Valeri Jarahad is the Founder of Welly . Welly is encouraging effortless healthy habits. They do this by providing a ready-made healthy fruit and veggie mix that you can simply shake with your water to create a delicious smoothie. This matters because 96% of children and 90% of adults don’t get their recommended intake of fresh fruit or veg. Welly makes it convenient and easy to get your and your family's nutritional needs met. Click here to get 20% off your Welly fix, compliments of Jar...
Jun 19, 2023•55 min•Ep. 292
Arminé Nalbandian This week I bring you my conversation with Arminé Nalbandian , who is CEO of The Centre for Social Impact (CSI). CSI is a collaboration of Australian universities, who provide education, tools and research to help catalyse social change for a better world. We wish Arminé a big congratulations on her 1-year anniversary as CEO at CSI! Leadership Victoria We are thrilled to be sponsored by Leadership Victoria until August. Leadership Victoria is an innovative, independent social e...
Jun 12, 2023•50 min•Ep. 291
Bernadette McDonald This week I bring you my conversation with Bernadette McDonald , CEO of the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH). The RCH has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 150 years. The RCH improves the health and wellbeing of children and adolescents through leadership in healthcare, research, and education. Leadership Victoria We are thrilled to be sponsored by Leadership Victoria until August. Leadership Victoria is an innovative, independ...
Jun 05, 2023•48 min•Ep. 290
Innovate For Impact You might have heard of Dan and Tracey via either their amazing podcast Innovate For Impact or their great consulting business Impacto Consulting. Innovate For Impact is the bite-sized podcast for busy leaders in the social sector who want practical ideas on how they can innovate for impact! Also checkout, my episode as a guest on their podcast aired a few weeks ago. Promotional Partnerships Our partnerships enable promotional campaigns help to amplify purpose-driven and soci...
May 29, 2023•45 min•Ep. 289
Eden Towers This week’s episode is sponsored by Eden Towers , a dynamic and innovative future food company that is shaking up the fresh produce industry with its cutting-edge vertical farming technology and downstream processing. Today you will hear from their impressive Co-Founder, Christian Prokscha . If you like what you hear, checkout their Swarmer Campaign to be part of the Eden Towers journey. Promotional Partnerships Our partnerships enable promotional campaigns help to amplify purpose-dr...
May 22, 2023•44 min•Ep. 288
Vanessa Gavan Vanessa is the Founder and Joint Managing Director of Maximus International . Maximus is a leadership performance firm. They challenge organisations and the leaders within to reach their full potential, find purpose and achieve lasting impact. They shape leaders who create the future. Brand Partners Checkout our Partners Page to learn more about our growing suite of values-aligned partners that will soon offer you our valued listeners great discount opportunities- Neon Treehouse , ...
May 15, 2023•48 min•Ep. 287
Dr Tahnee Bridson Tahnee is the Founder of Hand n Hand Peer Support . Hand n Hand is a registered charity that provides free, confidential peer support for health professionals in Australia and New Zealand. Tahnee also works as a psychiatry registrar at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Orygen and is the winner of the 2022 Queensland Australian of The Year Award. Promotional Partnerships Our partnerships enable promotional campaigns help to amplify purpose-driven and socially impactful organisati...
May 08, 2023•57 min•Ep. 286
Reflections Holiday Parks This week’s episode is sponsored by Reflections Holiday Parks . They are not your average holiday park, but are in fact Australia’s first holiday park group to be certified as a social enterprise. Social Enterprise certification for Reflection’s recognises their unique role as a profit-for-purpose Land Manager, reinvesting all profits into the 36 holiday parks and 43 community Crown reserves that they care for, for environmental and social benefit. Today you will hear f...
May 01, 2023•41 min•Ep. 285
Kate Sievert Kate is a Research Fellow at Deakin University’s Global Centre For Preventive Health and Nutrition , also known as GLOBE. GLOBE’s mission is innovative preventive health and nutrition research that empowers people and enables healthier environments. She is also Co-Founder and President at Health Food Systems Australia . Gold Member Love Humans of Purpose and sick of all the ads? Join as a monthly or annual Humans of Purpose Gold Member like our rock star supporters Noel, Kathy, Andr...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 284
Tony Johannsen Tony is Family Violence Program Manager at TaskForce . TaskForce is a not for profit supporting Victorians in need, with a focus on drug and alcohol misuse, youth and family services, education and employment. Tony is also a highly experienced psychotherapist and behaviour change expert. His focus is on assisting people with changing their problematic behaviours and living more authentic and rewarding lives. Disclaimer A quick disclaimer that this episode touches on themes of fami...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 283
Michael Coolican Michael is Director at Cirqle Group . Cirqle Group is a technology recruitment and professional services company that exists to shift our world closer to kindness, sustainability, awareness and action. Gold Member Love Humans of Purpose and sick of all the ads? Join as a monthly or annual Humans of Purpose Gold Member like our rock star supporters Noel, Kathy, Andrew 1, Andrew 2, Chris, Nikki, Margaret, Ben, Misha, Sarah and Geoff. You'll get the following awesome perks in retur...
Apr 10, 2023•53 min•Ep. 282
Alex Wadelton Alex is the Co-Founder and Creativity Evangelist at The Right Brain Workout . The Right Brain Workout works with companies, schools and people to help them harness their creativity and to help them improve the quality of their thinking and decision-making. Gold Member Love Humans of Purpose and sick of all the ads? Join as a monthly or annual Humans of Purpose Gold Member like our rock star supporters Noel, Kathy, Andrew 1, Andrew 2, Chris, Nikki, Margaret, Ben, Misha, Sarah and Ge...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 281
Roos Pot-Kolder Roos (pronounced Rose) is a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow and Psychologist at Orygen and The University of Melbourne. At Orygen she is a member of the Orygen Digital’s virtual reality research team, where she is running a fascinating research program aimed at helping young people improve their mental health. Nurecover Deal Want to improve your health and wellbeing using cold therapy? I use the portable ice bath everyday and love the sense of calm and increased vitality it's been ...
Mar 27, 2023•41 min•Ep. 280
Belinda Morrissey This week I’m thrilled to bring you my conversation with Belinda Morrissey. Belinda is CEO of the English Family Foundation , Chair of Social Enterprise Australia and Chair of Action Aid Australia. The English Family Foundation supports transformational change in our world through the growth and development of social entrepreneurs and social businesses. Nurecover Deal Want to improve your health and wellbeing using cold therapy? I use the portable ice bath everyday and love the...
Mar 20, 2023•48 min•Ep. 279
Eileen Bell Eileen is Australia's first female professional E-Sports player. For those unfamiliar with E-Sports, it is video game competition watched by millions globally each year often at stadium filled events. E-Sports has grown significantly over time and is now the E-Sports market is valued at over US1.5bn dollars worth a projected growth to nearly $6bn by 2029. It is estimated that in the US this year around 16% of the population will watch E-Sports at some stage. Eileen now provides consu...
Mar 13, 2023•42 min•Ep. 278
Mike Rinder Mike spent most of his life as a member of the global cult, Scientology. He rose up the ranks in Scientology and was one of the highest ranking members of the organisation until his departure. He spent time working alongside current leader David Miscavige and former leader and founder of Scientology L Ron Hubbard. Since leaving Scientology, Mike has built himself a meaningful life in Florida as an author, media personality and Board Director at the Aftermath Foundation , where he hel...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 277
Eve France Eve is the Founder of Green Up Co and a friend of mine, who I was lucky to meet at The Commons in Cremorne. Eve is passionate about sustainability at home and at work and has turned her education, expertise and sharp mind to helping businesses go green, improving their sustainability, reducing their carbon footprint and to align their day to day activity with their ESG goals. Gold Member Love Humans of Purpose and sick of all the ads? Sign Up as a monthly or annual Humans of Purpose G...
Feb 27, 2023•49 min•Ep. 276
Stephanie Ghajar Stephanie is a Director and Dramaturge as well as a producer at the State Library of Victoria. Learn more about Stephanie via her Website and Instagram . Stephanie grew up in Beirut Lebanon, where she discovered a love of the creative arts and has spent many years developing her education, skills and experience as a Dramaturge. What is a Dramaturge I hear you ask? We discuss this, the darkness of the human condition, how exploring this enables us to find the light and much much ...
Feb 20, 2023•46 min•Ep. 275
Season Preview A bonus episode preview of what's in store for this season of Humans of Purpose I've been away with the family for a week break in the Gold Coast. The weather has been phenomenal and Marlo enjoyed his first crawlings and loved the swimming and playing with the sand. He also now has four teeth! During this holiday and beyond I've been busy pulling together some incredible conversations for the next few weeks of podcast releases. To give you a taste of what's to come we have in no p...
Feb 13, 2023•5 min
