Across the Board

Technology has become an integral part of our everyday lives. But while technology has granted us some freedoms and opportunities it also poses huge risks opening the floodgates for hackers and increasing the need for cyber security. Switched On addresses innovation, the need for boards to stay alert, the benefits of integrating tech into the boardroom and the trickle-down effect on the well-being of staff, as well as the changes and challenges presented by technology. Host: Kirsten Patterson Producer: Sonia Yee Sound engineer: Marc Chesterman People: Marian Johnson, David Bullock, Steven Renata, Sonya Williams, Leighton Roberts, Anchali AnandanayagamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Climate action is a matter of urgency that affects society at large and is now at the forefront of Director duties. But what kinds of issues are boards tackling and how will their decisions affect the rest of us? Head in the Trees looks at the importance of climate governance across a range of industries beyond the primary sector to the practical measures being taken to limit global warming and prevent a catastrophic climate disaster. Hosts: Kirsten Patterson and Sonia Yee Producer: Sonia Yee Sound engineer: Marc Chesterman People: Emily Miller-Sharma, Rod Carr, Graiine Troute, Thomas Elliot, Kanika JhunjhnuwalaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the weight of so much pressure, dealing with stress at the top isn’t always easy. The Domino Effect looks at gas-lighting and what it’s like to be bullied in the boardroom, including personal portraits of how anxiety, isolation, depression and stress at the top has played out for directors affecting their sense of self, their family lives and their ability to stay ‘checked in.’ It also explores the challenges of speaking out, the impact of stress on the body and mind and how that plays out under the weight of the decision-making process. Hosts: Kirsten Patterson and Sonia Yee Producer: Sonia Yee Sound engineer: Marc Chesterman People: Tina Jennen, Paul Dykzeul, Kevin Kenrick, Taimi Allen, Dr Emily Beausoleil, Ross TownshendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social movements are increasingly influencing the way directors think about the broader implications of the decisions they make and the customers, stakeholders and communities they serve. But does that mean having a loud hailer at the ready? This third episode addresses the potential pitfalls and responsibilities for boards when dealing with broader social issues like racism, gender inequality, sexual harassment and modern slavery, including the proposed changes to the Company Directors Amendment Bill. Presenters: Kirsten Patterson and Sonia Yee Sound engineer: Marc Chesterman People: Jo Cribb, Rhiannon McKinnon, Lani Evans, Dr Duncan Webb, Kevin Kenrick, Lola Toppin-Casserly, Dr Emily Beausoleil, Dr Christina StringerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.