42 episodes
Custodians of the Planet Deniz Yildiz
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Custodians of the Planet is an interdisciplinary podcast dedicated to being the voice of the environment and nature. Each episode will provide news, interviews, and narration on a wide range of environmental issues. The platform aims to reveal the tensions and harmony of human activities in a changing climate and invites listeners to tune in to nature. Through innovative storytelling, immersive interviews, and a critical analysis of current environmental news Custodians of the Planet will blend our experiences in everyday life with the endless beauty and dynamic environments of our world.
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Mindfulness and planetary health: Connecting with the self, each other and the world
In this episode, we explore the relationship between mindfulness, climate crisis, politics, and policy with Jamie Bristow. Our conversation encompasses topics like importance of mindfulness, the possibility of mindful politics, a trial of mindfulness practice among politicians in the UK, and how all these relate to the climate crisis and relevant policies.
Credits:
Deniz Yildiz - Host & Producer
Jamie Bristow - Guest Contributor
♪ - It hangs over us subtle as a cloud – Vieo Abiungo, William Ryan Fritch -
Respect at the Crags: Finding common ground between rock climbers and traditional owners
In this episode, we explore rock climbing in Australian landscapes focusing on the interactions between traditional owners and climbers through the lens of respect. This conversation is an audio exploration with Jerath Head, the author of "The geography of respect", a highly recommended read.
Credits:
Deniz Yildiz - Host & Producer
Jerath Head - Guest Contributor
♪ - Mountains Pt 2 & 3 DjRUM -
GreenGroove: Formidable Vegetable
In this episode, Charlie Mcgee joins us, representing the band Formidable Vegetable. We discuss sustainable living and permaculture, and how these elements intersect with music, dance, and having fun.
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Reproductive choices and climate change
In this episode, we discuss a crucial and often overlooked aspect of the climate crisis, its impact on reproductive decisions with Yardena Tankel. Our conversation focuses on uncertainties, differing opinions, and considerations surrounding having children in a world facing climate crisis.
Credits:
- Emille Boulot - Script Editor
♪ Baby- Guitar Edit Arms and Sleepers, Richard Houghten -
Reflecting on the social aspects of landscape change and navigating the unknown in Australia
This episode is an interview with Professor Lesley Head, the President of the Australian Academy of the Humanities. We explore Australia's public perception of environmental issues (e.g bushfires and the concept of wilderness) and tipping points for social change in the last 25 years. We also discuss what goes on behind the scenes of academic work and life.
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- Bonnie Perris - Script Editor
- Taylor Coyne - Graphic Designer
♪ When the World Was One - Matthew Halsall, The Gondwana Orchestra -
Time for a genuine conversation- holistic ways to rest in peace
This episode is an interview with Broderick Floyd who was a funeral director of Mark J. Floyd Funeral Services in Euroa, Victoria. Our conversation explores holistic ways to rest in peace that includes psychological, environmental and ethical dimensions of ceremonies. If you wonder what it is like to be a funeral director, don't miss this episode.
Credits:
- Bonnie Perris - Script Editor
- Taylor Coyne - Graphic Designer
- Luke Purse- Tech
♪ Chopin-Marche Funebre