What if your clothes could help fight climate change? Think: Business Futures explores how Australia is leading the charge to decarbonise the fashion and textile industry. From circular supply chains and rental models to designing garments for reuse and repair, we look at how research, design, and industry collaboration are reshaping the future of fashion. We are joined by three experts working at the intersection of research, design, and industry - Dr Maruf Hossan Chowdhury, Associate Professor...
Jul 01, 2025•32 min•Ep. 190
What if the future of work for Indigenous Australians was shaped entirely by Indigenous voices? In this powerful episode of Think: Business Futures, we spotlight a groundbreaking initiative: the Centre for Indigenous People and Work at the University of Technology Sydney - the first Indigenous-led, self-determined research centre of its kind in Australia. We are joined by two trailblazers - Professor Nareen Young, Co-Director of the centre and one of Australia’s leading thinkers on workplace div...
Jun 24, 2025•32 min•Ep. 189
In this episode of Think: Business Futures, we dive headfirst into the shifting tides of women’s surfing. We are joined by two changemakers making serious waves: Dr Ece (AJ) Kaya, Senior Lecturer at UTS Business School and co-author of the landmark report Waves of Change: Women and Surfing in Australia, and Shanice Ryder from Surfing Australia, who’s leading the charge to support women and girls in the sport. Together, we unpack the deep-rooted barriers women have faced in surfing - from being s...
Jun 17, 2025•33 min•Ep. 188
How celebration can be a catalyst for change? In this episode, Think: Business Futures dives into the vibrant world of cultural festivals and their powerful role in shaping a more inclusive Australia. Ali Aitken is joined by Pavlina Jasovska, and Najmeh Hassanli, both senior lecturers at UTS Business School, and Fatma Mohamed from the Africulture's Festival Committee. The conversation explores how events like the Africultures Festival go beyond celebration to foster cross-cultural understanding,...
Jun 10, 2025•30 min•Ep. 187
How does strategy get smarter when it’s designed? In a world of accelerating complexity, traditional strategy alone isn’t enough. Enter design thinking - a mindset and methodology that’s reshaping how we solve problems, lead innovation, and build resilient organisations. Joining Think: Business Futures for a dynamic conversation about design, systems thinking, and strategic leadership are Leanne Sobel and Selwyn D’Souza. Leanne is Director of Strategic Design at Snow Melt, where she helps organi...
Jun 03, 2025•32 min•Ep. 186
In today’s hyper-connected world, brand activism has emerged as a defining feature of modern marketing. No longer confined to selling products or services, brands are increasingly expected to articulate values, take stances, and engage with the social and political issues that matter to their audiences. This shift reflects a deeper transformation in consumer-brand relationships, where alignment on values can be as important as price or quality. But stepping into activism is not without its chall...
May 27, 2025•32 min•Ep. 185
When you think about your best day at work, what made it great? Was it where you were, who you were with, or how you worked? In this episode we dive into a topic that's transforming workplaces around the world: hybrid work. Flexible work modes have come a long way since the 1980s, evolving from part-time and job sharing to the comprehensive hybrid systems we see today. But what does this mean for you? Whether you're an employee navigating the balance between home and office, an employer rethinki...
May 20, 2025•32 min•Ep. 184
Imagine if language barriers, unfamiliar systems, and everyday challenges constrained your dreams for your children's education. This is the reality for many immigrant families living in our diverse communities here in Australia. In this episode of Think: Business Futures we are looking at the challenges faced by immigrant parents as they navigate their children's educational pathways. Joining the discussion are Dr Rayan Merkbawi, a researcher from UTS Business School, and Rola Abdullah, an immi...
May 13, 2025•30 min•Ep. 183
Is digital banking making fraud easier? Think: Business Futures looks beyond bricks to the evolving world of digital banking and the rising tide of consumer fraud. We explore the impact of bank branch closures on consumer behaviour, the sophisticated tactics used by fraudsters, and the measures financial institutions are taking to combat these threats. Bringing invaluable insights to this conversation are Kenny Phua and Sean O’Malley. Kenny is a senior lecturer in finance from UTS and a renowned...
May 06, 2025•31 min•Ep. 182
Can businesses truly drive social change, or are they merely paying lip service to social responsibility? In this episode of Think: Business Futures, we delve into the fascinating intersections of business, society, and social change. We explore the role of business in shaping our world, examining the different scales of capitalism, from small radical businesses to large corporations, and how each contributes to or detracts from social responsibility. We also dive into the integration of social ...
Apr 30, 2025•32 min•Ep. 181
In this powerful episode of Think: Business Futures, we explore how domestic violence extends beyond the home and into the workplace, affecting productivity, safety, and economic security. For this important discussion we are joined by Dr Mahajla Gavin, senior lecturer at UTS Business School, and an expert on domestic violence workplace policies, Thomas Shortridge, Policy and Research Project manager at UTS Business School, and Lisa McAdams, founder and director of Safe Space Workplace, which he...
Apr 22, 2025•31 min•Ep. 180
As the country races towards a more sustainable future, what are the broader social and economic impacts of widespread electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Australia? We are joined by Theresa Harada, a researcher leading the Race for 2030 project, which aims to understand Australian consumers' attitudes towards electric vehicles, and Nathan Moore, a PhD student from UTS Business School who focuses on designing practical strategies and behavioural nudges to make the switch to electric cars more appe...
Apr 15, 2025•33 min•Ep. 179
How do you balance your own consumption habits with sustainability? In this episode, we delve into the complex relationship between consumerism and sustainability. Featuring insights and highlights from a recent panel discussion held during the 2025 Climate Action Week at UTS, the conversation covers the urgency of decarbonisation, the impact of consumer behaviour, and the role of businesses in driving sustainable change. The discussion also tackles the complex balance between profitability and ...
Apr 08, 2025•31 min•Ep. 178
Welcome to a new series of THINK: Business Futures! In this first episode we ask the question: How have international climate policies, particularly during Trump's presidency, influenced Australia's efforts to decarbonise? We are joined by Dr Mona Mashhadi Rajabi, a post-doctoral research fellow at the Centre of Climate Risk and Resilience at UTS, and Professor Damien Giurco, an expert in sustainable resource management and Associate Director of Research at the UTS Institute of Sustainable Futur...
Apr 01, 2025•32 min•Ep. 177
Recently the University of Technology Sydney's Jumbunna Institute of Indigenous Education and Research, the UTS Business School and the Diversity Council Australia (DCA) announced that they will partner on a new Gari Yala report, due to be released in 2025. Gari Yala means 'speak the truth' in the Wiradjuri language. The Gari Yala report aims to detail the lived experience of First Nations Australians at work. It also aims to make recommendations to create culturally safe workplaces free of raci...
Oct 01, 2024•31 min
In this episode of Think: Business Futures, we’ll be diving into just one area of personal finance–superannuation.What is super? Why is a percentage of your potential income siphoned off into a super account I can’t touch for decades, and what does that mean for your future? And, if you’re a woman, why are you retiring with–on average–almost 25% less super than men? To discuss these and other issues related to the superannuation gender gap, we’re joined by Professor Kathy Walsh, Associate Dean (...
Aug 26, 2024•32 min
Think: Business Futures is back, with another stimulating panel discussion. In this episode, we ask the question: are social enterprises the future of business?Joining our panel discussion are Associate Professor Paul Brown from the UTS Transdisciplinary School, Shaun Christie David, the founder of Plate It Forward, and Dr. Adam Cohen, Senior Lecturer in Sport Management from UTS Business School. Paul, Shaun and Adam each shared unique insights, in this two-part podcast. Executive Producer Veron...
Aug 26, 2024•31 min
Think: Business Futures is back, with another stimulating panel discussion. In this episode, we ask the question: are social enterprises the future of business? Joining our panel discussion are Associate Professor Paul Brown from the UTS Transdisciplinary School, Shaun Christie David, the Founder of Plate It Forward, and Dr. Adam Cohen, Senior Lecturer in Sport Management from UTS Business School. Paul, Shaun and Adam each share their unique insights into how social enterprises work in this two-...
Aug 26, 2024•29 min
Following on from the visit of the Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi we return to the Australia China relationship and find that it is moving ahead despite major headwinds. Our guest this week was Professor James Laurencson. Produced and hosted by Anthony Dockrill
Mar 26, 2024•29 min
This week we look at the world of fast fashion that is now moving into ultra-fast fashion with companies like Shein. In this episode, we take a deep dive into ultra-fast fashion and ask why we all should be worried about this trend becoming our new normal. Our guest this week is Dr. Talyor Brydges. Produced and Hosted by Anthony Dockrill.
Mar 19, 2024•32 min
This week we look at our supermarket sector and ask is a lack of competitiveness behind some of the practices of Coles and Woolworths? Our guest this week is Dr Sanjoy Paul Produced and hosted by Anthony Dockrill
Mar 12, 2024•34 min
This week we have a detailed look at China and what it means it to us, our terms of trade, our supply chains, and the risks it poses to our Universities. To discuss this and more we are joined by Professor James Laurenceson who is the Director of the Australia-China Relations Institute at UTS. Produce and hosted by Anthony Dockrill
Feb 23, 2024•28 min
With the continuing attacks on shipping in the Red Sea countries like Australia that are dependent on world trade have been left exposed. In a world of conflict and risk what can we do to protect ourselves? To discuss the problems and some possible solutions we spoke with Dr Sanjoy Paul. Produced and hosted by Anthony Dockrill
Feb 13, 2024•29 min
This week we look at the ways business and finance need to change as the economy transitions to a low-carbon future. Our guests were Alison Atherton and Gordon Noble. Produced and hosted by Anthony Dockrill
Dec 22, 2023•34 min
2023 has been a landmark year for women's sport. In this episode, we talk about this incredible rise and ask what this means for the business of sport and how women's sport will need to change and adapt. Our guest this week is Professor Tim Harcourt Produced and hosted by Anthony Dockrill
Dec 05, 2023•24 min
This week, we shift our focus to the fallout from PwC, Qantas, and Optus. In many ways, it has been the dominant corporate story of the year. Our guest this week is Professor Carl Rhodes. Produced and hosted by Anthony Dockrill
Nov 28, 2023•33 min
This week, we explore the lack of diversity in our corporate boards and discuss potential solutions. Our guest is Professor Sue Wright, Head of the Accounting Discipline Group at the UTS Business School. Produced and hosted by Anthony Dockrill
Nov 14, 2023•30 min
This week we have a recent panel discussion that was given at the University of Technology Sydney titled Embracing the power of AI in Enterprise: Bridging academica & industry for a transformative tomorrow The discussion was moderated by: Michael Blumenstein Deputy Dean, Faculty of Engineering and IT Produced by Anthony Dockrill
Nov 09, 2023•57 min
This week we have a recent panel discussion that was given at the University of Technology Sydney titled Ageing with Dignity: Imagining the Future of Aged Care Services in Australia The discussion was moderated by: Nicole Sutton from the UTS Business School. Produced by Anthony Dockrill
Oct 24, 2023•49 min
This week we look at a new initiative to make shopping and finding a bargain more sustainable. Green Friday is in its third year and brings 260 brands front and centre to shoppers looking for a more sustainable way to shop. We spoke to the CEO of Green Friday Melissa Drennan.
Sep 26, 2023•27 min
