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When your work takes you outside the boundaries of our atmosphere, the Earth and her limits come into sharp focus. James Chin Moody is co-founder and CEO of Sendle, a 100% carbon neutral technology company and major disruptor revolutionising parcel delivery around the globe. Born into a family of engineers on his father’s side — he’s named after his great-great-uncle, who built the Sydney Harbour Bridge — and artists on his mother’s, he possesses the unique and powerful combination of a mind that’s both mathematical and creative. As an Engineering and IT graduate he landed the job of Chief Systems Engineer for FedSat, the first Australian satellite to be launched in 30 years, and has held influential positions with the CSIRO and UNESCO. A recognised expert on innovation, sustainability and the circular economy, he is the co-author of The Sixth Wave: How to Succeed in a Resource-Limited World, published in 2010. Listen in as Vince and James discuss how his experience as a Sa

Is it possible for businesses to balance their responsibilities to people and the planet, while also making a profit?   As the CEO of B Lab Australia and New Zealand, Andrew Davies’ job is to help corporations transform and grow in terms of environmental and social factors, without sacrificing their bottom line. And it’s not just about a management ethos, it’s about the seismic changes happening in our world and businesses of all shapes and sizes realising their current model may not survive the next ten years.   In this first episode of our Design for Good series, focused on some of the incredible people running B Corps around the world, Davies explains how businesses become B Corp certified, and why this isn’t a trend.   Listen in as Vince and Andrew deep dive into the birth of corporations, how Patagonia have done it right, and consider the question – could Coca Cola ever become B Corp certified?    https://www.bcorporation.com.au/ See omnystudio.

Are we all born with the same potential for success and happiness? Is it just a matter of being lucky enough to fall into what we’re supposed to be doing with our lives? Or can we take actions to improve our chances of a story that sings?   David Trewern is the founder and CEO of Fliteboard, makers of the world’s first electric foiling surfboard. He’s a design and technology innovator, an entrepreneur, and an early adopter who founded DT - one of the world’s largest and most awarded digital agencies - in 1996 at the age of 23.   He’s also a watersports fanatic and in 2005 broke the kitesurfing GPS speed world record on a board he designed with a 500m average speed of 44.9 knots.   Listen in as Vince and David discuss witnessing the birth of the internet, pushing boundaries and living with passion.    https://au.fliteboard.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As 2021 comes to a close, we’d love to share with you some truly inspiring moments we’ve had on the podcast this year.   From Karl Fender’s thoughts on how we can make the world a better place to Yasmine Ghoniem on growth and Flack Studio on human connection.   From Koichi Takada on nature in the built environment to Sarah Beard on changing behaviours and Konrad Bergström on balancing sustainability with profit.   Listen in wherever you get your podcasts – and we’ll let our guests do the talking.    Also, we’d love to hear from you. What do you want us to explore on the podcast in 2022? Who would you like to hear from? What would you like to learn about? Visit the link below to contribute.    https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QKWMZ6D See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you grow up in a family of inventors, you learn no idea is a bad idea, and anything is possible. With confidence in the knowledge that mistakes are learnings, and the way to make better innovations is to push the boundaries, Konrad Bergstöm is changing the world. Described as one of the most successful entrepreneurs of our time, the Swede is the founder of the multi-billion-dollar company Zound Industries, the makers of the innovative headphones and speakers loved the world over. These days he’s focussed on saving the oceans through his electric boating company, X Shore. After turning his life around, switching a fast-paced international career to a life closely connected to his roots in nature, his energy and passion are contagious. Listen in as Vince and Konrad discuss his game-changing electric boats, Scandinavian design culture and how his experience in the Swedish Special Forces shaped his connection to nature.  https://www.xshore.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privac

How do you recognise a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, a moment you can’t put a price on, right at the time it’s happening? How do you know when a twist of fate is pushing you in the right direction? And how do you access the clarity and confidence to put the thing you love before everything else?   Spencer Frost is a multi-award-winning film maker whose 2021 film A Corner of the Earth - an experimental surf adventure set on the rugged, remote and often dangerous coastlines of Iceland - has won accolades around the world.   At 26, he’s found what he wants to do with his life. A blessing he doesn’t take for granted. Among his many achievements he counts BBC Earth, National Geographic and RED BULL Media House as just a few of his clients.   In this latest episode in our Tide for Change series, tune in as Vince chats to Spencer about a near-death experience in the Arctic, fighting to protect Australia’s coastline, and&

The smallest change can make the biggest difference, especially when it starts a groundswell. This was the case for Sarah Beard – filmmaker and CEO of the pollution revolution; Take 3 For The Sea.  If everyone took just three pieces of rubbish from the beach, we could all make a real difference. Growing up in Fiji, Sarah saw her crystal-clear beaches quickly turn to rubbish dumps. Like many countries, the lack of infrastructure to deal with waste effectively meant little was being done to fix the problem.   For Sarah – visual storytelling was a crucial component in helping combat the climate crisis; if she could show the world how dire our situation was, perhaps she could provoke meaningful change. For over 25 years, she produced some of the world’s most thought-provoking conservation films. Most recently, she’s extended her positive impact by joining Take 3 For

If you've ever seen a picture of Bondi Beach, you've seen Eugene Tan's work. He's the founder of the infamous photography studio, Aquabumps – a nod to the waves in the ocean.   What began as a humble hobby soon transformed into an iconic part of Australian history. His work can be found in people's homes, workplaces, restaurants, and hotels – by taking Sydney's stunning coastline around the world, Eugene has brought an incredible amount of attention and love for our sea.   In our latest 'Tide for Change' episode – Vince and Eugene discuss his love for finding something special in the mundane, how connecting with water has impacted his life, and why taking stunning pictures of our oceans could be the key to rescuing them.    https://www.aquabumps.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In another special edition episode for our architecture series, from Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to visionary architect Koichi Takada.    Koichi and his team belong to a new generation of architects who bring nature back into the urban environment. Informed by his Japanese design sensibility, each project embodies Koichi’s commitment to nature’s organic forms—light, air, water, and even sound.   In conversation with Vince, they explore how Japanese culture has influenced his craftsmanship, why architecture should emulate nature to create an emotional connection, and how his unique design approach will shift the construction industry into a more sustainable future.   To explore Koichi’s forward-thinking practice, grab a copy of his first monograph – ‘Koichi Takada: Architecture, Nature, and Design’.    Explore the monograph  https://koichitakada.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our planet works tirelessly to keep us alive, so why aren’t we doing more to protect it? Home to dolphins, surfers and tonnes of plastic – oceans are both healing places and places in need of healing. ‘Tide for Change’ explores the life of creative entrepreneurs and the depths they’ll dive to make a positive change for our oceans. In this episode, Vince chats with the “Mother of Sharks”, Melissa Cristina Márquez. She’s a Latina marine biologist and conservationist, author, television presenter and founder of The Fins United Initiative – all aimed to educate people about diverse sharks, the scientists who study them and why both matter to the future of our oceans.   They discuss how misunderstanding sharks has cost our ecosystem, the scary discovery from her latest National Geographic expedition to the Arctic, and what we can all do to ensure the survival of sharks – and ultimately – ourselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for pri

In a special edition episode for our architecture series, from Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to David Flack and Mark Robinson of Flack Studio.   Flack Studio is a visionary collective of designers and architects. Whether they’re designing the interiors for Sydney’s soon-to-open Ace Hotel or Troye Sivan’s stunning Melbourne home, every project is an imaginative expression of character and context.    In this episode, we explore their country upbringing, why their yin and yang relationship helps each project find its individual aesthetic, the importance of commissioning Australian artists, and how they foster creativity from a playful place of ponder.    https://flackstudio.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home to dolphins, surfers and tonnes of plastic – oceans are both healing places and places in need of healing. ‘Tide for Change’ explores the life of creative entrepreneurs and the depths they’ll dive to make a positive change for our oceans.   For our second episode, Vince chats to world champion Kiteboarder and product developer Ewan Jaspan. Ewan has been competing with Naish Kiteboarding since finishing high school at 17, and more recently, developing their gear and branded content.     This episode explores how a kid from Edinburgh became a world champion Kiteboarder, the importance of design for athletes, and why designing his life around kiteboarding has led him on the deepest of adventures.   https://www.youtube.com/c/ewanjaspan https://www.instagram.com/ewanjaspan/?hl=en See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home to dolphins, surfers and tonnes of plastic: oceans are both healing places and places in need of healing. ‘Tide for Change’ explores the life of creative entrepreneurs and the depths they’ll dive to make a positive change for our oceans.    First up is Nick Dutton, co-founder of socially-driven surf brand; Mami Wata (aka Mother Water). Based in South Africa, they aim to be a creative force for good – designing and manufacturing locally to create jobs; supporting surf therapy organisation, Waves for Change; and strengthening surf tourism to grow Africa’s economy.    Speaking with Vince, they explore the need for diverse representation in surf culture, how Nick’s background in advertising has helped build an honest brand, and why they're taking the African surf community worldwide.   https://mamiwatasurf.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the final episode in our Architecture Series – From Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks with the profoundly significant architect, Karl Fender.     As an avowed urbanist who loves life in the city, Karl and his firm Fender Katsalidis are responsible for designing some of Australia’s most groundbreaking buildings – from Eureka Tower, Australia 108 and Hobart’s daring MONA gallery to the Merdeka 118 mega skyscraper in Kuala Lumpur.   Vince and Karl explore how an adventurous childhood and early apprenticeship with Robin Boyd shaped his practice, the white lie that shifted his remarkable career, and why apartments mark the future of urban living.    https://fkaustralia.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you design homes that inspire feeling?  In this episode of our Architecture Series – From Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to the founder of Decus Interiors, Alexandra Donohoe Church.  The true measure of a home is how it makes us feel, from comfort and romance to inspiration and connection. Alexandra’s rebellious approach to form, balance and tension creates spaces with deep sensory resonance.  Vince and Alexandra explore their love-hate relationship with Pinterest, how sourcing inspiration can help and hinder originality, and why designing the feeling of space comes down to trusting your gut.    https://decus.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of our Architecture Series – From Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to the co-founder of Casey Brown Architecture, Rob Brown.   They are behind the award-winning project 'Permanent Camping' – a sustainable retreat surrounded by Australian bush. Described as a flower that blossoms with the sun – it’s a shelter-like structure chiselled back to the essentials; a place for respite, reconnecting with nature and a return to simple living.   But for all its simplicity, it’s anything but simple. Vince and Rob explore the importance of this wild landmark project for our ever-busy lives, how design can redefine the relationship between humans and nature, and why minimalism can transform the way we live.   http://www.caseybrown.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you design urban jungles?    Vince chats with Jock and Hanna Gammon, the founders of Junglefy – one of Australia's leading living infrastructure specialists.    Junglefy cultivates critical connections between people, places and plants. From helping botanist Patrick Blanc build and maintain the world's tallest vertical garden at One Central Park to the ground-breaking Green Spine of Southbank by Beulah – they are turning our cities into urban jungles.    This episode explores what influenced their mutual love for the natural world, how their breathing walls are building healthier environments for our communities, and why we must design our cities for living things.    Listen to discover how we can design a greener, better future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you design a future-proof city?    Vince speaks with the founder Ben van Berkel and Associate Director Sander Versluis of UNStudio – the international architecture firm behind Southbank by Beulah – the residential skyscraper set to change Melbourne for good.   From climate change and social inequality to technology and global pandemics – designing greener, healthier and smarter built environments must work for the future of our growing communities, our cities and our planet.   But how can we design a city ready for this kind of future? How might following people on the streets of London help? How can we use data to maintain the serendipity of chance encounters within a space? How can we use architecture to solve the world’s most pressing challenges?    Tune in to discover how we can future-proof our cities for generations to come. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of our Architecture Series – From Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to Michael McCormack – founder of Melbourne’s prominent property developer: Milieu Property.   Recently named Top Property Developer in the world by Monocle Magazine’s inaugural Design Awards was no fluke. By working across diverse projects, exploring innovative collaboration, and cultivating the everyday culture of design, Milieu sets the global creative standard for property developers.   Listen in as they discuss how an ongoing dialogue with people and place creates a liveable home; and why responding to this context may restrict Milieu’s signature aesthetic but enables their positive contribution to our communities, cities, and urban design.    https://milieuproperty.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Next in our Architecture Series – From Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to the prolific British designer, Tom Dixon – internationally heralded for his extraordinary furniture, lighting, accessories and interiors.     Designing his life has been one of constant creative reinvention – playing punk music and running nightclubs, welding steel into radical furniture, working with luxury Italian goods with Cappellini, Creative Director at Habitat and Artek, and finally instigating his iconic eponymous brand.   Listen in as they explore what it means to be a commercial designer, how a motorbike accident drove him towards design, and why after so much world-renowned success, Tom still considers himself an up-and-coming designer.    https://www.tomdixon.net/en_gb/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.