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Business & Society with Senthil Nathan

Inspiring and thought-provoking conversations with eminent thinkers and sustainability leaders about business in society. Hosted by Senthil Nathan, Chief Executive of Fairtrade Australia New Zealand.

  1. #16 Chain of challenges: Inside the Global Supply Chains with Peter Goodman

    JAN 14

    #16 Chain of challenges: Inside the Global Supply Chains with Peter Goodman

    Discover the changing landscape of global supply chains with Peter Goodman, The New York Times' global economic correspondent. He sheds light on the seismic shifts in global supply chains and the vulnerabilities laid bare by the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions. Uncover how the rise of economic nationalism and elite influence is reshaping trade and labour, turning the promise of liberalised trade on its head.Peter's insights from his book, "How the World Ran Out of Everything: Insi...

    36 min
  2. #15 The Enlightened Capitalists - Exploring Virtuous Leadership in Business with James O'Toole

    12/18/2024

    #15 The Enlightened Capitalists - Exploring Virtuous Leadership in Business with James O'Toole

    Can business ethics and profitability coexist in harmony? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Professor James O'Toole, author of 17 books and a renowned expert in business ethics and leadership, as we explore the intricate relationship between principled leadership and financial success. Drawing from his acclaimed book, "The Enlightened Capitalists," Professor O'Toole shares stories of influential leaders like Jim Burke of Johnson & Johnson and Bill Gore of Gore-Tex, who hav...

    47 min
  3. #14 Market Power: Competition, Consumer Welfare, and Society with Allan Fels

    12/03/2024

    #14 Market Power: Competition, Consumer Welfare, and Society with Allan Fels

    Have you ever wondered how market competition affects societies? Join us as we explore this provocative idea with Professor Allan Fels, a towering figure in the sphere of competition law and regulation in Australia. As the inaugural chair of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Allan has spent decades challenging powerful institutions to create a fairer market landscape. Together, we unravel his motivations and the broader impacts of competition—beyond mere price reduction, tou...

    34 min
  4. #13 In Troubled Waters? Profit and Pollution on the High Seas with Olive Heffernan

    11/20/2024

    #13 In Troubled Waters? Profit and Pollution on the High Seas with Olive Heffernan

    Discover the untamed expanse of our planet's high seas with Dr. Olive Heffernan, a distinguished science journalist and author, as she navigates through her latest work, "The High Seas: Ambition, Power, and Greed on the Unclaimed Ocean" Dr. Heffernan’s unique perspective, fueled by her upbringing in the coastal town of Dun Laoghaire, Ireland, and her transition from fishery scientist to authoritative voice in science journalism, promises to immerse you in the legal and ecological intricacies ...

    42 min
  5. #12 In Business We Trust - Lessons from The Edelman Trust Barometer with David Bersoff

    11/07/2024

    #12 In Business We Trust - Lessons from The Edelman Trust Barometer with David Bersoff

    Discover why businesses are taking the lead in societal trust, with David Bersoff from the Edelman Trust Institute sharing insights from their latest Trust Barometer Report. You'll learn why companies now outscore governments, media, and NGOs in trust ratings and how they are stepping up to address global challenges where traditional institutions fall short. We tackle the complexities behind these trust metrics and explore the evolving expectations placed on businesses to champion social issu...

    45 min
  6. #11 Corporate Sustainability: Rethinking Responsibility and Impact with Auden Schendler

    10/17/2024

    #11 Corporate Sustainability: Rethinking Responsibility and Impact with Auden Schendler

    Can global brands really lead the charge against climate change, or are they just playing a part in a much bigger distraction? Join us in a thought-provoking conversation with Auden Schendler, Senior Vice President of Sustainability at Aspen Skiing Company, as he pulls back the curtain on corporate sustainability efforts. With a bold critique, Auden challenges the traditional focus on individual carbon footprints, arguing it often distracts from the systemic changes necessary to dismantle the...

    28 min
  7. #10 Demystifying ESG - Sustainability and Investor Value with Todd Cort

    10/03/2024

    #10 Demystifying ESG - Sustainability and Investor Value with Todd Cort

    Unlock the secrets of ESG and sustainability investing with Professor Todd Cort from the Yale School of Management. Explore the nuanced differences between ESG investing, impact investing, and corporate sustainability efforts, and understand how they cater to various stakeholder concerns and investor motivations. This episode promises to clarify how corporate sustainability impacts stakeholders like customers and employees, while ESG investing focuses on the financial materiality of environme...

    38 min
  8. #9 Changing Minds - How to Harness Behavioural Science for a Sustainable Future with Liam Smith

    09/16/2024

    #9 Changing Minds - How to Harness Behavioural Science for a Sustainable Future with Liam Smith

    Unlock the secrets of sustainable development through the lens of behavioural science with our special guest, Liam Smith, Director of BehaviourWorks Australia. Discover how understanding human behaviour can accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the role of incentives in driving change. From the highs and lows of solar panel adoption to the balance between financial motivations and intrinsic environmental values, this episode offers compelling insights into h...

    26 min
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