Best RMIT University Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 50 - Threads of Time (Griffith University) 30:01

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It's a '50s' theme. For our 50th episode, journalism students from Griffith University look back…and forward. They take us back to events in 1975 to report on the enduring influence of The Dismissal and the land rights movement in Australia. And we trace the echoes of those stories through our 50 episodes to present day issues about food security a…

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Episode 49 - Out of the Shadows 28:13

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Sex work is legal and it's in-demand. So, why are those who do sex work feeling unsafe and isolated? Sex workers rarely speak publicly but Curtin University reporter Camila Equsquiza Santa Cruz spent months interviewing some of these workers in Western Australia on a campaign they say is all about basic human rights. Host / Reporter: Camila Equsqui…

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Episode 48 - Journey of Discovery (RMIT) 27:19

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Journalism students from RMIT bring us stories of people emerging from tragedy, misadventure and personal angst, and what we learn when our backs are against the wall. Host: Dashiel Agar Stories: 'From The Ashes' - Reporter: Jessica Nguyen 'You Only Have To Ask' - Reporter: Elisha Walker 'Up The Creek' - Reporter: Ella Curry "Breaking Silence' - Re…

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Episode 47 - A Rock and a Hard Place (Curtin University) 22:57

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Murujuga – the sacred rock art site in Western Australia’s Pilbara – has just been listed by UNESCO for World Heritage status. But scientific experts say preservation of the carvings – some dating back 50-thousand years – is still precarious after the federal government’s decision last month to conditionally extend the neighbouring North-West Shelf…

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Episode 46 - Running Your Own Race (Edith Cowan University) 30:28

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This month’s episode by journalism students at Edith Cowan University features the male ballet dancer, the adult with ADHD, the vision-impaired, the lifesaving nurse, the person seeking connection, the ‘body positive’ woman. And the link between them all? They’re all trying to pave their own way, often against formidable challenges and the expectat…

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Episode 45 - Mind The Gap (University of Sydney) 18:22

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It’s a good thing that as a society, we’re more open to discussing mental health and the challenges it poses for many people. University of Sydney reporter Ben Fragiadakis investigated this transformation on what used to be a very taboo topic. What he found were the unintended consequences of such openness. And despite all the attention, serious do…

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Episode 44 - Hoo Gives A Hoot (Curtin University) 31:35

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It's a story full of compromises, contradictions and unsuspecting victims. The use of rat and mice baits help to keep our home free of rodents. But they also pose a serious threat to native wildlife and ecosystems. A team of journalists at Curtin University investigates how precious owl species are becoming the victims of secondary poisoning from r…

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Episode 43 - Confronting Threats (Swinburne University) 30:01

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We deal with threats – both real and perceived – all the time. In this episode, journalism students at Swinburne University look at how we are confronting some of those threats. From having the right to protest, to supporting the wellbeing of children, to some of life’s basics like driving a car, swimming at the beach and trying to find a job. And …

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Episode 42 - Looking Out (Deakin University) 26:22

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Keeping people safe, helping people out, giving people a leg-up, giving people a chance to shine – it’s what a functioning society does. In this episode of Making a Difference, journalism students at Deakin University bring us stories about looking out for people: keeping apprentices safe on the job, helping those with addiction and incarceration, …

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Episode 41 - Understanding Next Gen (UNSW) 29:01

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As Gen Zers become more socially and politically aware, they’re starting to understand the world they inhabit and will inherit. In this episode, journalism students at UNSW Sydney look at the impact of some of those issues such as social media, politics and smoking. And possibly one of the biggest – mental health – is explored through the experienc…

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Episode 40 - I See Me (Griffith University) 32:50

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Representation matters because it helps us imagine our place in the world: our identity, self-worth and sense of belonging. Come on an entertaining and informative ride as journalism students from Griffith University look at representation: how it’s being done well and where it can improve. *Language warning for this episode. Hosts: Lucy Ingham, So…

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Episode 39 - I Am Not Afraid (Western Sydney University) 30:02

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In a world of heightened tension and conflict, there is lots to be wary and anxious about. But as the experts say: focus on the things you can control and don’t worry about what you can’t. This episode is the first appearance on our podcast by students from Western Sydney University. And they look at the things that scare us…and how people deal wit…

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Episode 38 - Signals of Belief (Curtin University) 32:52

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This episode by student journalists at Curtin University in Perth makes us think about the concept of trust and the belief in the goodness of people. The things they say, the way we rely on them…and the potential risk of placing our trust in others. Hosts: Madigan Spooner and Camila Egusquiza Santa Cruz Stories: ‘Man or Bear’ – Reporter: Camila Egu…

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Episode 37 - No Plate Like Home (Long Read series) 26:15

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For many people, food and the simple act of cooking can provide solace and comfort, particularly for those who go through the upheaval of migrating to another country. Cooking reminds them of home – not just the food but the people and places as well. Nicole Alcantara from the University of Sydney spent an evening with two young men from Nepal. And…

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Episode 36 - Paying The Rental Price (Long Read series) 20:13

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It’s hard enough for anyone to find a home to rent in Australia. The difficulty factor is multiplied many times more for hundreds-of-thousands of international students who come to the country each year, also needing a rental. In this episode, reporter Gwen Liu reveals the desperate measures many students are turning to that are exposing them to po…

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Episode 35 - Our Past Is Our Future (Long Read series) 16:18

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Our Long Read series continues with a reckoning from Australia's past and the way it might influence our future. Our reporter Sydney Lang looks at the legacy of governor Lachlan Macquarie from the early colonial settlement days. Macquarie was considered a visionary who wanted to turn a penal colony into an egalitarian nation. But there is a dark si…

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Episode 34 - On The Rocks (Long Read series) 21:36

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In the next episode of our Long Read series, Tylah Tully from Curtin University reports on the site of two of Australia's greatest riches. The Burrup peninsula in the north of Western Australia is home to more than one million rock carvings by First Nations people that date back tens-of-thousands of years. It's also the site of a multi-billion doll…

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Episode 33 - The Professional Recyclers (Long Read series) 15:55

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In this episode, Aston Brown from University Technology Sydney – and now a rural and regional reporter at Guardian Australia – takes us inside the world of people who forage through rubbish bins to collect bottles and cans for cash. Are they environmental warriors? Is it a hobby job? Or are they trying to earn precious money to make ends meet? This…

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Episode 32 - Essential Care (Deakin University) 27:50

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In this episode, our reporters from Deakin University look at how important health issues – period poverty, loneliness and therapy for young offenders – are being tackled. And there’s some fun in there, as well, with roosters on the loose, the cult following of an anime classic and how AI might be creeping into your music playlists. If you or someo…

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Episode 31 - Changing Identity (UNSW) 29:37

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Shifts in trends and attitudes - some good and some less so - means that at the end of 2023, we are seeing ourselves and our country differently. This episode by students from the University of New South Wales explores the changing identity of Australia. Host: Jade Psihogios Stories 'The Matilda effect' - Reporter: Maddie Nixon 'On the drink' - Rep…

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Episode 30 - Centering Support (Griffith University) 28:01

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In this episode by journalism students at Griffith University in Queensland, we talk to people needing support in difficult times. And for all those people needing support, there are individuals, communities and organisations who are there to provide help. Hosts Merced Hernandez and Olivia Schoenauer Stories 'Youth detention' - Reporter: Merced Her…

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Episode 29 - Para Power (University of the Sunshine Coast) 27:48

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Para athletes don’t get the headlines or recognition of their able-bodied peers yet their stories are the epitome of resilience and overcoming adversity. Less than a year until the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, we speak to four athletes about how sport has transformed their lives. Hosts Ella Bradford and Julia Forbes Stories Emily Beecroft – Repo…

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Episode 28 - Changing Places (RMIT) 27:50

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Every place has a story to tell: its past, present and what might lie ahead in the future. In this episode, our reporters from RMIT take us to native forests, a former prison, a public housing estate and a community on bushfire alert to find out how those places are changing. Hosts Annabel Fleming and Ned Coleman Stories ‘Citizen Scientists’ – Repo…

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Season 1 Finale 8:55

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Phaedrus and Reikuman wrap up Season 1 of POTK by looking back at the conversations and experiences they've had since the inception of the podcast. From talking to the World Economic Forum and pioneers in the ReFi movement to interviewing researchers using KlimaDAO as a case study, it's been an incredible journey. We couldn't have done it without t…

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Episode 27 - Challenging Convention (Curtin University) 26:57

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This episode by journalism students at Curtin University in Perth challenges conventions that have dictated our lives and the progress of society. We look at ways people are taking on and dealing with accepted norms around housing, families, drug use, gender equality and identity. Host: Andrew Du Stories 'Grand Designs' - Reporter: Xander Sapsworth…

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Episode 26 - Breaking the Binaries (University of Melbourne) 27:01

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This episode by journalism students at the University of Melbourne explores the binaries that govern us: good and bad, real and virtual, life and death. But life often exists in the grey zones in-between and we look at what happens when you bend, blur or break those binaries. Host: Thomas Phillips Stories: ‘Human-made nature’ – Reporter: Meghan Dan…

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Rex St John - Co-founder of ReFi Summit 31:42

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Rex St John is a software engineer, technical evangelist and community organizer working on edge computing, IoT and web3 technologies. He joins us in the studio to talk about his motivation behind starting ReFi Summit and how the ReFi community can lay the foundation for a Network State centered around Regenerative Finance. What they touch on: (1:0…

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RMIT University - Marta Poblet & Andres Diaz 31:59

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Professor Marta Poblet and PhD-Candidate Andres Diaz from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology joins us in the studio to talk about their research regarding ReFi and the Voluntary Carbon Markets. They dive into the role governance plays in ReFi and the inspiration behind applying economic theories to a nascent industry. What they touch on: (…

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Episode 25 - Standard Deviations (University of Sydney) 27:43

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This month’s episode is the first in a three-part podcast by Nicola Brayan from the University of Sydney. We’ve all been told that there’s a “proper” way to speak English. What if that wasn’t true? There are thousands of dialects of English that are “non-standard” yet they still carry cultural and historic significance. Nicola’s deep-dive into Engl…

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Ben Stelter - Silverpine Founder & CEO 22:35

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Ben is the CEO and Founder of Silverpine - an early stage fintech startup which allows users to invest in high value classic cars. Ben joins Phaedrus and Reikuman in the studio to as they connect over their shared passion of cars and explore the opportunity of people being able to make micro investments in luxury products. What they touch on: (0:58…

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0xymoron - KlimaDAO Co-Founder 28:53

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0xymoron is a serial problem solver and one of the early leaders behind KlimaDAO. As one of the pioneers, he joins Phaedrus and Reikuman in the studio to talk about his insight into the 'Why' behind KlimaDAO and the benefits of operating as a DAO. What they touch on: (1:03) Reflecting on 2022 (3:26) Measuring Decentralization (7:55) DAO Business Mo…

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Episode 24 - Food For Thought (University of Canberra) 27:46

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This episode by journalism students at the University of Canberra tells stories that make us think about some of the important things in life: our health, our happiness and our fellow human beings. Hosts Maddi Green and Lila Greyling Stories 'The 'New' Australian Dream’ – Reporter: Lara Stimpson ‘Nutrition For The Mind’ – Reporter: Hannah Donald ‘A…

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David Garpenstahl - Play2Learn Foundation 27:25

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David Garpenstahl is a serial entrepreneur and the current Executive Director of the Play2Learn Foundation. As one of the pioneers in the gaming and e-sports industry, he joins Phaedrus and Reikuman in the studio to talk about his experience and what he sees for the future of gaming technology. What they touch on: (1:03) David Background (3:26) Wha…

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Web Cubed (live episode) 40:05

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Web3 is an online ecosystem based on decentralised blockchain technology. With web3 you can transfer value directly to another person without using third party services. Can the tools and infrastructures of web3 be built according to Indigenous governance principles? This final episode of Disconnect features a panel of speakers on the topic of web3…

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Episode 23 - Preservation (Curtin University) 31:27

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This episode by journalism students at Curtin University in Perth tells stories about preservation: preserving the environment, our reputation, our identity and our well-being. Hosts Ruby Devlin and Amy Figueiredo Stories 'Money For Marks’ – Reporter: Elliahn Blenkinsop ‘Saving the River’ – Reporter: Bronte Holmes ‘The Young and the Restless’ – Rep…

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Mitchell Morrison - Founder of Carbonlink 20:03

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Mitchell from Carbonlink joins Phaedrus and Reikuman in the studio to talk about the personal motivation pushing him to help improve the carbon market and the unique partnership between KlimaDAO and Carbonlink. Tune in to hear them explore how ReFi has matured from inception and what the future looks like for the space. What they touch on: (1:13) M…

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LBA x Swappable - Simon & Howard 20:52

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Simon from Liechtensteinischer Banks Association and Howard from Swappable joins Phaedrus and Reikuman in the studio to talk about the unique partnership between the 3 organizations. The LBA has fulfilled its commitment to be climate neutral using NFTs to retiree its total CO2 footprint. Simon and Howard describe how the partnership came to be and …

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Scoopy Trooples - Co-Founder of Alchemix 20:17

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In this episode, Phaedrus and Reikuman invited Scoopy into the studio to talk about Alchemix, their recent proposal to partner with KlimaDAO, and the importance of security when choosing to self-custody. What they touch on: (1:14) Scoopy’s Crypto Story (4:09) What is Alchemix? (8:24) Self-Custody & Security (10:34) Klima x Alchemix (12:00) Offsetti…

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Episode 22 - A Changing World (Deakin University) 27:56

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This episode by journalism students at Deakin University tells stories about our changing world and how people are finding ways to navigate these new times. You will meet Australia’s first dental therapy dog who is helping people overcome their fear of going to the dentist, and join theatre workers as they delight in a return to the stage after lon…

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KLIMAVERSARY ft Asfi & Archimedes 47:23

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In this episode, Phaedrus and Reikuman invite two special guests to help them celebrate KlimaDAO's one year anniversary and look back into the achievements of KlimaDAO throughout the year. The 2 guests were POTK's first interviewee and KlimaDAO's core founder: Asfi: Co-founder of WAGMI LABS Archimedes: C0-founder of KlimaDAO What they touch on: (1:…

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Join us for our live episode recording! 1:12

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Join us at RMIT University in Melbourne on 14 December. Tickets are free and available to be booked here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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TOKEN2049 Carbon Panelists 23:57

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The POTK team was invited to Singapore for TOKEN2049. We had the unique opportunity to interview the 3 panelists on carbon panel and dive deeper into each of their experiences and thoughts surrounding the future of carbon markets. The 3 interviewees were: Alex.klima from KlimaDAO BreAnne Yek from Carb0nfi Max Song from Carbonbase What they touch on…

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Episode 21 - No Place Like Home (Griffith University) 27:56

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This episode by journalism students at Griffith University in Queensland tells stories about ‘home’. From campaigns that support people facing housing crisis to acknowledging the importance of feeling at home in your own body. We also investigate the impact of natural disasters on ecosystems - which we like to think of as non-human homes - and ther…

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Takeshi Suzuki - Co-Founder of Senkusha 22:44

3y ago22:44

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Takeshi is the co-founder and COO at Senkusha. He created a blockchain-based crowdfunding platform that helps early-stage artists reach new heights and allows investors to rise up with them. He joins Phaedrus and Reikuman in the studio to talk about Senkusha and how they are revolutionizing how fans connect and support new artists and professionals…

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Episode 20 - Challenging Prejudice and Bias (UNSW) 27:50

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In this episode, journalism students at the University of NSW explore prejudice and bias, sometimes unconscious, sometimes ignorant and sometimes deliberate. There are stories that look at the issues of racism and identity from the perspective of victims, and why it’s so important to hear those voices. Production Host: Kyle Smitizis Stories 'We are…

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Marco van den Heuvel - Founder of Merit Circle 31:56

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Marco van den Heuvel is the founder and CEO at Merit Circle. He created a DAO around Web3 gaming and is focused on developing the play-to-earn economy. He joins Phaedrus and Reikuman in the studio to talk about Merit Circle DAO and how they are revolutionizing the gaming industry by creating a new economy. What they touch on: (1:34) Marco’s backgro…

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Rufus Wright & Jacob Van Der Stam - Crypto Caverns 31:32

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Rufus and Jacob, CEO & CTO of Crypto Caverns, join Phaedrus in the studio to talk about Crypto Caverns. We get a chance to explore their deeply aligned values and their partnership with Klima Infinity. Listen for a chance to hear the issues surrounding crypto energy's consumption, how mining could be the missing piece to help transition towards 'gr…

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Episode 19 - Bearing Up (Charles Sturt) 27:50

3+ y ago27:50

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This month's episode was produced by journalism students at Charles Sturt University. The range of stories emphasises the challenges right now, particularly for rural and regional communities. If it's not the pandemic, it's the threat of varroa mite and foot and mouth disease. And then there's the damage of months of heavy rainfall. We hear how com…

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Santos & Anthony - Co-founders of As You Are 29:17

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Santos and Anthony, co-founders of As You Are, an innovative record label, join us in the studio to talk about how Klima Infinity is allowing them to take the music industry to a new level. They dive into the problems artists currently face in the music industry and how AYA aims to provide a solution to a broken system using blockchain as the solut…

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Daniel Hwang - Head of Protocols @ Stakefish / Special Projects @ F2Pool 35:11

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Daniel is an original thinker who has been an early advocate for the tokenization of carbon offsets. He joins us in the studio to talk about his background with the carbon markets, his experience with Stakefish / F2Pool and how ReFi projects need to come together to fight our existential crisis. What they touch on: (1:41) Daniel’s background (11:04…