Conversations with people who are living with purpose and having a positive impact in our world. Host Steven Moe asks about their life journeys and what has shaped them into who they are today.
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Mark Banicevich interviews a series of experts about governance, including company directors, lawyers, executive managers, and governance consultants. Each interview is on a different topic related to governance, tied to the guest's expertise. He also asks interviews for the best governance advice they've received, or they would give to new directors.
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A steady stream of encouragement to help you persevere. This is our gift to you. We hope it’s helpful.
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In the vast multiverse we live within, three mere mortals come together every week to discuss their current entertainment vices, upcoming titles in gaming and film, their ever-growing backlogs, and maybe even give some good (bad) advice every now and then. Join Zdiggidy (Zach), Bonsaibandit (Steven), and RyanDamask as they sink further into the chaos that they thrive in. Welcome to the Chaotic Pubcast! New episodes posted every Monday!
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AUTM on the AIR is the weekly podcast that brings you conversations about the impact of research commercialization and the people who make it happen. Join us for interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders on the issues and trends that matter most.
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Governance Bites #107: director liability, with Steven Moe
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31:38Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich asks Steven Moe about the liability of directors. They discuss penalties for breaching the core duties in the Companies Act 1993, and also list several other Acts of Parliament that enact director liability. They discuss potential penalties and defences, and whether there may be liability under common…
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Governance Bites #108: challenges preparing for board meetings, with Jamie Green
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15:53Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich asks Jamie Green about the challenges directors have preparing for board meetings. He asks about the signs of directors being overwhelmed, and the characteristics of board packs that make preparing for meetings challenging. They discuss how directors digest information both within board packs, and acr…
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The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower: A Global Symbol of Inclusion with Paul White
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32:01In honor of Disability Pride Month, I'd like to talk about a simple image that's quietly making a big difference around the globe. You might've seen it, a sunflower printed on a lanyard or pinned to someone's jacket, but maybe you weren't exactly sure what it meant. Well, that little sunflower is a lifeline, a subtle sign helping millions of people…
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There Is Nothing Too Hard for God (by Tim Simpson)
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24:19Sermon on Genesis 1:1-2 (by Tim Simpson) on Sunday, July 6, 2025.Learn more about Cornerstone Church: https://cornerstoneatl.org/ To give: https://cornerstoneatl.org/give/By Tim Simpson
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The Power Behind Evolutionary Change Featuring Dr. Geerat Vermeij
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36:04Have you ever tried to picture the natural world without relying on sight? It’s a wild thought, but for Dr. Geerat J. Vermeij, it’s just how he experiences life. Blind since the age of three, Dr. Vermeij built an extraordinary career as an evolutionary biologist. He’s a MacArthur “Genius” Fellow, a celebrated author, and Professor Emeritus of Earth…
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Economic Pulse with Shamubeel Eaqub
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1:01:51In this session I got insights from Shamubeel Eaqub the Chief Economist at Simplicity on a huge variety of topics - the economy, mountains, measuring value, wars, the working poor, superannuation, public forums for discussion, social cohesion, butter prices - we covered a lot! Who might you tag in or share this with? I also describe my new book The…
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Governance Bites #106: startup CEO reporting to the board, with Jon Davies
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14:20Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks with Jon Davies about startup CEOs reporting to their boards. He asks about the relationship between the startup CEO and the board, and managing accountabiity. They discuss board packs, key performance indicators, and meeting frequency. They also discuss the CEO disagreeing with the board, and h…
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Doug Moe on WARF, Warfarin, and the Power of University Research
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37:03What if one of the most important medical breakthroughs of the 20th century began with a dead cow and a desperate young farmer? That’s exactly what happened in 1933, when 21-year-old Ed Carlson arrived in Madison, Wisconsin, carrying a bucket of blood and a mystery that would eventually lead to the discovery of warfarin. This unlikely starting poin…
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Latesha Hearth on Curiosity, Chocolate, Entrepreneurship, Yoghurt, and meeting Strangers on Planes
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1:02:48Latesha Hearth has led a fascinating life of curiousity which makes for a conversation touching on many topics - yoghurt, strangers on planes, home schooling, community, chocolate, Edmund Hillary Fellowship and much more. Links to things discussed: Weave Cacao https://weavecacao.com/ The Values Trust https://valuestrust.co.nz/ The Raglan Food Co ht…
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Governance Bites #105: collaborative governance in sport, with Professor Lesley Ferkins
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27:31Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Professor Lesley Ferkins about collaborative governance in sport. Lesley outlines what she means by "collaborative governance", and how it relates to federated sports structures (e.g., with national bodies, regional bodies, and local clubs). She talks about critical success factors for it to …
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Green by Design: Integrating Sustainability into Innovation Strategy with Josh Dorfman
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35:51What happens when climate innovation isn’t just a buzzword but a blueprint for real change? In this episode, we explore how climate-focused technologies are being developed, commercialized, and scaled in ways that go far beyond traditional models. My guest, Josh Dorfman, brings a rare mix of experience in both business and policy, with a track reco…
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In this session Luke Peez (my colleague at Parry Field Lawyers) and I break down key considerations for organisations when it comes to use of AI - what do you need to think about and how do you stay safe? The paper we talk about is a free download here: https://www.parryfield.com/artificial-intelligence-ai-hub/ For more content visit www.parryfield…
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Governance Bites #104: maximising your chance of a good board, with Martin Snedden
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49:00Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks with Martin Snedden about maximising your chance of a good board. Martin recently studied the board selection process of 9 top Australasian sports, and shares his findings. They discuss the optimum size of a board, elected and appointed board members, and a process for attaining the right mix of…
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Transforming Tech Transfer with AI-Driven Insight with Steven Lehmann and Ashish Uppala
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35:16What if universities had a smarter way to surface the innovation already happening across their campuses? In this episode, I’m joined by Steven Lehmann, Managing Director of Stargaze at Portal Innovations, and Ashish Uppala, Head of Engineering and Product for Stargaze. Steven brings over a decade of experience in venture building and university in…
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The Sounds of the Spirit (by Tim Simpson)
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37:08Sermon on Acts 2:1-13 (by Tim Simpson) on Sunday, June 8 2025.Learn more about Cornerstone Church: https://cornerstoneatl.org/ To give: https://cornerstoneatl.org/give/By Tim Simpson
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'Careers with Impact' book release ... and your help!
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2:40This is a short message out to ask for your help – yes, I need you, my seeds community! To participate my email is [email protected] I’ve reflected a lot on my own life and work and crafted something that is short and to the point but I really think will help you. It also reflects many concepts from guests I've learned on Seeds. Will be releasing …
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Governance Bites #103: safe spaces in the boardroom, with Steven Moe
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18:15Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich asks Steven Moe about safe spaces in the boardroom. Steven opens by explaining the context, and who safe spaces are for. They discuss whey safe spaces may be necessary, how they are implemented, and what sort of behaviour results in needing safe spaces. They discuss the importance of safe spaces, and …
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Navigating Software, AI, and Open Source in Tech Transfer: A Conversation with Dan Dardani
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38:25The world of software innovation is evolving faster than ever, and Tech Transfer professionals are being asked to make critical decisions around open source, copyright, patents, and AI. In this episode, we take a deep dive into this complex landscape with Dan Dardani, Director of Physical Sciences and Digital Innovations Licensing and Corporate All…
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A conversation on my Journey, Careers, Legal Structures for Impact and answering questions (live session held in New Plymouth)
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1:10:23In this session held in New Plymouth recently I share about my journey and things I have learnt in my career as well as legal structures for Impact and answering audience questions. Thanks to DOSO, Venture Taranaki and New Plyouth Council for the invitation to some and share with many startups. More content for startups is at www.parryfield.com And…
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Sermon on Hebrews 5: 7 (by Tim Simpson) on Sunday, June 1, 2025.Learn more about Cornerstone Church: https://cornerstoneatl.org/ To give: https://cornerstoneatl.org/give/By Tim Simpson
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Charities & Tax post Budget with Jenny, Craig and Steven recorded 30 May 2025
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1:11:16In this live session recorded on 30 May 2025 Jenny Gill, Craig Fisher and I discuss the budget and related issues - and even end with a story of The Apple Tree! More resources and earlier recordings and papers https://www.parryfield.com/charities-information-hub/ And audio versions are at www.theseeds.nz The Apple Tree story read at the end https:/…
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Governance Bites #102: startup governance and advisory boards, with Jon Davies
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20:59Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks with Jon Davies about governance in startups and advisory boards. He asks about the journey that startups take towards governance: their value, common mistakes, what founders should seek, and the ideal size of an advisory board. They also discuss the best way to remunerate directors, keeping the…
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Unlocking Innovation with AI-Powered IP Tools featuring Dr. Marcia Chang
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38:01AI is no longer just a concept in IP. It’s part of how teams work, make decisions and create value. In this episode I talk to Dr. Marcia Chang, VP of IP Operations and Client Success at Tradespace. Dr. Chang has over 20 years of experience in IP strategy, operations and commercialization and has a unique blend of engineering and legal expertise. Sh…
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Governance Bites #101: recruiting directors for not-for-profits, with Stephen Upton
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34:24Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Stephen Upton about how not-for-profit organisations can recruit directors. Stephen outlines the key skills and competencies required for a not-for-profit board. They discuss the process of identifying skills on the board, and skill gaps, and the role of diversity in board composition. They d…
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Dividing the Equity Pie: Biotech Startup Realities with Dr. Jahanara Ali
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28:31When you start a biotech company, equity isn't just a line on a spreadsheet. It can literally determine who gets to keep pursuing their dream and who has to step aside. In this episode, we're digging into equity distribution, an aspect of launching a startup that's easy to overlook but critically important. It shapes whose ideas ultimately make it …
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Explorers and Optimisers: a short overview with Arron Judson
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12:36I saw a LinkedIn post from Arron Judson on the topic of different people having different skill sets and the framing of 'Explorers' and 'Optimisers'. This is the short conversation we had where he explained more on this. To find out more the site for Eidotic which is here (but check back later as being built still): Coming Soon EIDOTIC This is the …
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Your Prayers Tell A Story (by Steven Gilchrist)
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25:41Sermon on 1 Timothy 2:1-7 (by Steven Gilchrist) on Sunday, May 18, 2025.Learn more about Cornerstone Church: https://cornerstoneatl.org/ To give: https://cornerstoneatl.org/give/By Steven Gilchrist
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Seán Barnes on becoming an Impact Professional, writing a book and hosting podcasts
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43:23Seán has written a book on being an Impact Professional and we hear all about it on this episode of seeds as well as his life story. For more episodes visit www.theseeds.nz Seán's book site https://www.impactprofessional.nz Impact Professional podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6liZrE1y3BN6Q31z0rHTrG Also check out the 232 Degrees podcast on boo…
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Governance Bites #100: developing governance in sport, with Martin Snedden
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30:07Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks with Martin Snedden about the Sport and Active Place Sector Governance Project that he runs for Sport New Zealand. Martin outlines the project, its inception, some of the sports that are involved, and what the programme entails. Martin shares feedback he's received, his biggest learnings, and th…
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Helping Universities Navigate Europe’s New Patent Landscape with Dr. Rose Hughes
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38:05When cutting‑edge science collides with the realities of commercialization, tech transfer stops being paperwork and starts shaping the future of innovation. That intersection is exactly where European patent attorney and IPKat writer Rose Hughes has built her career, and today she’s here to break down what the latest headline decisions mean for any…
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This is the converstion I just had with Shamubeel Eaqub about the report on Social Cohesion that he has recently co-authored. It is a wide ranging conversation where we cover: How to foster Social Cohesion, one positive step each day The negative side and reality of poverty in Aotearoa New Zealand Whether some issues like education, health and hous…
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Housing, Partnerships, Green Shoots and Challenges: Panel with Ali Hamlin-Paenga, Paul Gilberd, Cate Kearney and Steven Moe
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43:19In this panel discussion we get to hear on Housing in Aotearoa New Zealand from the following speakers at the New Zealand Green Building Council Housing Summit held on 7 May 2025 (more on NZGBC is here): Ali Hamlin-Paenga - Chief Executive of Te Matapihi (Site: https://www.tematapihi.org.nz) Cate Kearney - Chief Executive of Ōtautahi Community Hous…
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Governance Bites #99: future directors, with Heather Roy
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18:43Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Heather Roy about future directors. Heather defines the topic, outlines the purpose of future director programmes, and shares her experience with future directors. They discuss the target audience for future directors, recruitment, training and mentoring. Mark asks about their legal position …
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CRISPR Breakthroughs in Tuberculosis and Tech Transfer with Dr. Valwynne Faulkner
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15:21This episode will illustrate how scientific research and tech commercialization can create a powerful impact. I'm excited to have Dr. Valwynne Faulkner on the show today. She is a postdoctoral researcher at the Francis Crick Institute and a LifeArc Knowledge Transfer Innovations Fellow. Her fascinating work spans cutting-edge molecular biology rese…
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Governance Bites #98: purpose and governance, with Steven Moe
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20:23Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich asks Steven Moe about purpose and governance. He asks what we mean by "purpose", the role of governance in an organisation, and why purpose is at the heart of governance. They discuss how purpose influences governance and board meanings practically, other tools a board can use to understand and implem…
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How TTOs Can Lead the Way on Inclusion and Neurodiverse Innovation with Andy Williamson
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42:52Building inclusive workplaces is not just good ethics, it is a major catalyst for innovation, creativity, and long term success. In this episode we take a closer look at how tech transfer offices can harness the untapped potential of neurodivergent talent and why doing so could transform not just individual careers but entire organizations. My gues…
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Governance Bites #97: Robert's Rules of Order, with Susan Leahy
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32:26Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Susan Leahy about Robert's Rules of Order. He asks what they are and how they evolved, the benefits of using Robert's Rules, and common misconceptions about them. Susan outlines the seven key types of motion, and how they work. They discussed when they might be adjusted for specific settings,…
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The Future of Tech Transfer: Navigating Chaotic Innovation with Nick Webb
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32:16Innovation isn’t just evolving—it’s accelerating, fragmenting, and reshaping everything in its path. In this episode, we dive into what that means for the world of technology transfer, where traditional systems are being pushed to adapt or risk falling behind. If you’ve ever wondered how Tech Transfer Offices can keep up with the chaos of rapid inn…
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Ali Adams on Revitalised Ōtautahi Christchurch and the power of Community
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1:12:43Ali Adams shares about the revitilised city of Ōtautahi Christchurch as well as her life lessons and journey to becoming the CEO of ChristchurchNZ. Seeds is a long term project with more than 440 conversations with inspiring people, most of whom are based in Christchurch. Find out more and listen to other conversations at www.theseeds.nz Ōtautahi C…
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