The Gloaming

In this episode, we spoke to Morag Gamble, a global permaculture and ecovillage ambassador, speaker and educator. Morag spoke to James and Angelo about her family’s journey into eco-village life and how the new patterns of life she wove in that place over the course of two decades have provided abundant nourishment and resilience for her family and community during the COVID-19 pandemic. About our guest Morag Gamble is a global permaculture and ecovillage ambassador, speaker and educator....

In this episode, we spoke to Rhia Nix about the challenges created by COVID-19 for small business and the call to simplicity that some are responding to aid the crisis. Rhia and her husband, Francesco Laera are the owners of Trulli Woodfire Pizzeria, Gusto Gelateria and the Meeniyan Pantry and Cellar. in Meeniyan in South Gippsland. Subscribe to The Gloaming. Rhiannon Nix, along with her husband Francesco Laera, is the owner of Trulli Woodfire Pizzeria, Gusto Gelateria and the Meeniyan...

In this episode, we were joined again by Professor Daniel Aldrich of Northeastern University in Boston to discuss how communities might get through the tough times ahead during the COVID-19 pandemic. Professor Aldrich reminded us again of the unparalleled importance of caring for the ties that bind us together during times of uncertainty. Subscribe to The Gloaming. Stuff we talked about in this episode: Daniel P. Aldrich is professor and director of the Security and Resilience Program at...

In the second part to their conversation, James and Angelo spoke to regenerative farmer and sustainability consultant, Jason Alexandra about some of the big issues affecting the future of Gippsland. Jason drew on his deep knowledge of the region, the economy and governance in a chat that ranged from a more adaptive approach to strategy, the food and fibre prospects for Gippsland, the circular economy, and the nature of cooperation. If you love digging into the big issues, this episode is for...

In this episode, James and Angelo spoke to regenerative farmer, Jason Alexandra. As the creator and owner of Hazeldean Forest Farm in West Gippsland, Jason and his partner, Marg, were one of the pioneers of the regenerative approach in Gippsland. We spoke with Jason as he gave us a tour of the farm about how they regenerated the landscape and created a sustainable business at the same time. Just listen to those sounds in the background - the place is teeming with life! About our guest in...

In this episode, James spoke with Nora Bateson, an award-winning filmmaker, writer, systems thinker and driving force behind Warm Data. Nora discusses her work in experimenting with new ways of perceiving the world so that we might find other species of information and new patterns of connection not visible though current methodologies. She calls this information ‘Warm Data’, and explains how ordinary citizens are using Warm Data to build stronger communities. Nora is visiting Melbourne and...

In this episode, James spoke with Euan Semple during his brief jaunt to Gippsland. Euan is where zen and social media intersect. In a world where public discussions seem increasingly polarised and rage-filled, Euan suggests a more humble, gentle and mindful use of digital communications technologies. He brings a healthy dose of humanity back to the digital realm with his message: the game-changers aren't in connecting things, but in connecting people. About our guest in this episode… Euan...

In this episode, Angelo and James joined the gang at Earthworker Energy Manufacturing Cooperative at their Morwell factory for a chat about how the cooperative business model challenges the idea that we have to choose between the economy and the environment. Our guests were three legends of the Valley, Dan Musil, Chris Barfoot and Dickie Savva, who gave us the low-down on the state of the Valley and how the Earthworker Energy Manufacturing Cooperative isn’t waiting for a fairer and more...

In this episode, Angelo and James spoke with three leaders in the Gippsland art world: Mark Themann, Rob Robson and Anton Vardy. Our conversation meandered through some of the big questions about art, like what art actually is, the important role it plays in our personal and public lives as well as supporting the social and psychological resilience of Gippsland communities. About our guests in this episode… Dr. Mark Themann is an artist who creates visual and time-based art. He has been...

In this episode, Angelo and James spoke with Corrinne Armour, a Gippsland born-and-bred leadership specialist and author of Leaders who ask: Building a Fearless Culture by telling less and asking more. We spoke to Corrinne about fearless leadership, how vulnerability makes for better leaders, and how to tell if you may be the leader your community or organisation needs right now. Subscribe to The Gloaming. Stuff we talked about in this episode: Corrine Armour is a Gippslandian and...

In this episode, Professor Daniel Aldrich of Northeastern University in Boston joined us to discuss how social capital can help get communities through tough times, be it earthquakes, economic crises or flooding.We so are excited to bring you this conversation because it excavates some of the foundational ideas on which The Gloaming rests: As Gippsland strides forward into an uncertain future, Professor Aldrich reminded us of the unparalleled importance of caring for the ties that bind us...

BONUS! Here's a little prezzie for you all! Angelo joined the Binary Shift after party at Hogget Kitchen for a chinwag with some of the good folk who attended the conference. In between chowing down on some of Chef Trevor Perkin's finest work and maybe a splash of vino courtesy of local winemaker, William Downie, Angelo got a download on the conference from its participants, speakers and founders.

In this episode, Angelo & James continued their conversation with Erika McInerney (Mac & Ernie Social Media Training) and Elena Kelareva (GippsTech), two of the founders of the Binary Shift conference. Elena and Erika mapped out Gippsland's digital technology and innovation landscape for us - it turns out it doesn't all hinge on ones and zeros, but also some very human skills and connections. We talked all things startups, technology, artificial intelligence and education. We even dabbled...

In this episode, Angelo & James spoke to Erika Mcinnerney (Mac & Ernie Social Media Training) and Elena Kelareva (GippsTech), two of the founders of the Binary Shift conference, due to take place on 27 August at Lardner Park. Binary Shift is all about supporting the growth of Gippsland's startup community, building our capacity to ‘hack’ problems and innovate, bring talent together to generate and synthesise ideas, and use appropriate technology to deliver real solutions to real...

The Gloaming's own cohost, Angelo, gives the low-down on what went down at a recent public conversation hosted by Gippslandia and Creative Victoria. The theme was 'Shaping a new narrative for the region', and featured special guest Aaron Foley, the Chief Storyteller for the City of Detroit (USA). Stuff we talked about in this episode: The public conversation was called 'Shaping a new narrative for the region: a conversation with Aaron Foley'. The event was held at The VRI in Traralgon on...

Angelo & James continue meandering through the Baw Baw Sustainability Festival, this time focusing on food. They spoke with Terry Avery from the West Gippsland Permaculture Group, and Yvonne Noble, a volunteer with the Baw Baw Food Hub. Stuff we talked about in this episode: 1) 3:54 - Terry Avery, a leading member of the West Gippsland Permaculture Group. Terry explained what permaculture is and how it can benefit your health and your community. You can learn more about permaculture on...

Angelo & James take a wander through the Baw Baw Sustainability Festival and chat all things renewable energy in Gippsland with Imogen Jubb from Beyond Zero Emissions, Lorraine Bull from the Latrobe Valley Sustainability Group, and Anthea Merson from the Baw Baw Sustainability Network. Stuff we talked about in this episode: 1) 3:22 - Imogen Jubb, National Manager of Zero Carbon Communities program with climate think tank, Beyond Zero Emissions. We talked about alternative energy models,...

Liz Meggetto & Nikki Robinson from the Central West Gippsland Primary Care Partnership join us for a chat about food security in Gippsland, the real price of food, and the many projects underway that are building resilience into our food systems. Keep up to date with some of Liz and Nikki's efforts to raise awareness of food security and promote the richness of the Baw Baw food bowl by following the Baw Baw Food Movement on Facebook. Stuff we talked about in this episode: Curious about...

Leni & Paul Mirams live and breathe the philosophy of being the change you want to see in the world. We spoke with Leni and Paul in their home in Hill End where they are building an off-grid homestead, and doing it in ways that strengthens their connections with community. Follow Leni & Paul Mirams on Facebook on the Willow Grove Natural Home Garden page. You can buy fresh veggies and seedlings from Leni & Paul from Warragul Farmers Market (3rd Saturday of every month) or Rokeby Market...

In our first ever interview, we speak to Steve Ronalds and Sallie Jones, the co-founders of Gippsland Jersey. We discuss the genesis of a new and more resilient dairy business model, founded in the wake of the 2016 dairy crisis. Follow Gippsland Jersey on Facebook or Instagram. Stuff we talked about in this episode: For background on the 2016 dairy crisis, watch Waleed Aly’s summary of the crisis on The Project. The ABC also published an excellent explainer on why the bubble burst and...