JOY Drive

25 Feb 2025

Martin Geissdoerfer: Circular Economy

Consumer Affairs, Environment, Fashion & Beauty

The holiday season, particularly Boxing Day, is a time of heightened consumer activity. But behind the sales and celebrations lies a growing concern: the environmental impact of our take-make-dispose culture. This linear economic model contributes to overproduction, waste, and greenhouse gas emissions, posing significant challenges to sustainability.

Hear about the concept of the circular economy – a transformative approach that prioritises reuse, repair, and recycling to keep materials in use for as long as possible.

Guest: Associate Professor Martin Geissdoerfer, Director of Circular Economy Labs at the Monash Sustainable Development Institute

Presenter: Warren Andrew

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 8:45 — 12.0MB)

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16 Apr 2025

Dr Edith Hill: TikTok and Designer Bags

Consumer Affairs, News & Politics, Popular Culture, Social Media

The trade war has gone TikTok. Chinese factory workers show exactly how your designer bag gets made, and they throw ...

16 Apr 2025

Nicole Rich: Ticketing Scams

Consumer Affairs

Whether it is Gaga, footy finals or a night at the theatre, getting your hands on hot tickets can be ...

16 Apr 2025

Maria Atienzar-Prieto: Live Location Sharing and Relationships

Personal Safety, Popular Culture, Relationships, Social Media

Snapchat, Life360, Find My… are apps many young Australians use daily to check in on their mates, organise hangouts or ...