Brisbane is at the forefront of transformation and innovation in the lead up to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. In this episode, Professor Sarah Jane Kelly OAM, a board member on the organising committee, shares her experience and knowledge of the upcoming games and what role innovation, sustainability and young people will make in achieving them." 

In the history of our species, we have only ever added new forms to the energy mix. Now, scientists are faced with the necessity of removing energy sources embedded deeply in our everyday lives. Former Chief Scientist of Australia Dr. Alan Finkel shares his leadership advice from a science perspective and advice for future leaders looking to realise the 'Electric Planet'.

In this episode, join AMA Queensland President Professor Chris Perry and Liveris Scholar Dhairy Shah in an intriguing discussion about his personal leadership journey and what it takes to be a leader in the medical profession. It is a must listen for those interested in the future of medical leadership, within and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.

Episode 10: Leela Dilkes-Hoffman by The Liveris Academy: Global Leadership Podcast

Microplastics demonstrate that even the smallest things can have a dramatic collective impact. The topic has become a subject of major international concern and debate, as research unveils the widescale current and future consequences of microplastic pollution. In this episode, the man who first discovered microplastics, Richard Thompson OBE FRS discusses the journey of microplastics research and the importance of shifting our focus from studying their harm to implementing solutions.

The future of our society rests upon Neuroscience. At the core of every industry is human consumption which can only be optimised through understanding the way we think. Join leading Yale Neuroscience Professor Dr. Basavaraju Sanganahalli and Liveris Scholar Vishaak Gangasandra as they outline how you can play a role in this future which has already begun.

Leadership is difficult at the best of times, but even more so in the 21st century socially distanced world. Good workplace relationships are integral for reaching goals and this is no different in politics.

This podcast episode draws upon Cindy Vestergaard’s experience in the nuclear industry to explore leadership through uncertainty and contention. The importance of multilevel, inclusive leadership is applied at the interface of technology, policy and public perception.

In this discussion Ashleigh Morris, CEO of Coreo, and Liveris Scholar Simeon Gover discuss Ashleigh’s approach to leadership and challenges in the tumultuous times of the present. They talk about Coreo’s journey as a young business and how challenging and uncertain times have affected their business structure, along with strategies Ashleigh’s employed to capitalise and grow through the change. Ashleigh also expands on her personal journey and how that has shaped her leadership style and her approach to leadership in a 21st century society.

Episode 4.2: Optimism in Leadership with John Cook by The Liveris Academy: Global Leadership Podcast

Episode 4.1: Optimism in Leadership with Armin Grunwald by The Liveris Academy: Global Leadership Podcast

Whilst many people are passionate about sports or passionate about sustainability, very few combine these areas to create a unique, positive impact. With Dr Nicoletta Piccolrovazzi, we explore how Dow and the Olympic Games are advancing sustainability through sports.

Behind every successful female leader is a tribe of female leaders supporting her. Professor Deborah Terry, Vice-Chancellor at the University of Queensland, discusses the importance of supporting the next generation of female leaders, and offers tips on networking, listening to others and taking chances.

What type of leaders do we need now? In this discussion Andrew Liveris AO, former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Dow Chemical Company and the former Executive Chairman of DowDuPont, and Liveris Academy Scholar Javan McGuckin discuss what makes leaders effective, the current challenges leaders are facing, and how young leaders can rise to these challenges and promote social responsibility.They talk about the need for a new class of leaders and enterprises, Andrew’s own leadership development journey, and the challenges facing a post-COVID world.

There has never been a more important time to make a difference and create better lives. To transform the future with people, skills and technology and to drive innovation using scientific, evidence-based knowledge and business acumen. In this podcast series you will hear from Liveris Academy Scholars interviewing a leader they identify as being important to them. They ask the hard questions about leadership and innovation that we can all relate to.