On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast

David Speller: Storing and Disposing of Toxic Household Items | On the House #10

Have you ever looked at that mystery substance in the back of your garage and wondered if it would be okay to just flush it down the drain? Or worse, are you worried about what would happen if your kid found it and wanted to drink it?
On this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by David Speller. He has been with Sustainability Victoria since 2012, initially running the agency’s ResourceSmart Schools program, which helps Victorian schools embed sustainability in everything they do. David is now leading the Detox Your Home program, offering Victorian householders a free and safe way to dispose of hazardous waste.
Sit tight as David explains how to store toxic household items and how you should dispose of these dangerous substances. He also shares unexpectedly toxic household items, their alternatives, and what you should do if you, your children, or your pets accidentally consume something they shouldn’t.
Follow David's work at http://www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/ or connect to him via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-speller-b8663431/.
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Gabriella Joustra: 2022 Recap | On the House #9

2022 in review: from food safety to the art of living alone; We have covered quite a variety of topics regarding household management. Need a quick refreshment on what you have gathered under your belt so far?
On this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra wraps this year’s lesson into a comprehensive conclusion. We’re deeply grateful to the guests and YOU for making this series possible.
Stick around with our holiday content for the next few weeks! On the House is going to be back with our experts on January 13th, 2023.
Finally, the Life Management Science Labs Team wishes you and yours a splendid holiday filled with happiness and insightful knowledge.
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Hannah Carmichael: The Practicalities of Living Alone | On the House #8

The isolating effects of the pandemic and lockdowns have brought into focus the realities of living alone. Overcoming loneliness became more important and finding the right balance to become positively independent. Join us in this week’s discussion as we tackle living solo.
On this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Hannah Carmichael, the Director and Co-Founder of the Living Well Alone Project. Hannah is a qualified life coach specializing in helping those living solo build thriving and deeply connected lives - irrespective of their relationship status. 
Hannah has gone from 'living alone' to defining and embracing different aspects of solo life. She lives and travels independently, and has recently become a single mum! Hannah is regularly featured on podcasts and in the press talking about solo living, and the company she co-founded. Solo Insights, offers training and consultancy support for organizations interested in better understanding the single/solo market. 
Her book 'How To Live Well, Alone' will be out in 2023.
Tag along as Hannah explains the background of her Living Well, Alone project and how it has expanded over the years. Gabriella and Hannah also cover some practicalities of living by yourself and how to celebrate your lifestyle.
Follow Hannah's work via her website at https://livingwellalone.com/ and Instagram at @livingwellalone (https://www.instagram.com/livingwellalone/). Also check out her former coach, Jay Diamond, for the important lesson of self-connection and getting to know yourself better.
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Shawn McLaughlin: Smart Home Energy Management | On the House #7

With the cost of energy rising, there are various movements to conserve energy, without changing our lifestyles. 
On this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Shawn McLaughlin. Shawn is the founder and CEO of Emporia Energy, an energy management technology company that aims to make energy efficiency affordable to all homeowners by developing quality energy-saving technologies at the lowest possible cost.
Join us as Shawn defines what smart energy management is and the difference it makes to our present lives, but most importantly to our future generations. He also talks about the misconceptions and the nitty-gritty of energy management, and how we can improve the quality of life.
Follow Shawn work via Emporia Energy at https://www.emporiaenergy.com or connect with him via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-mclaughlin-86249215b/.
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Fr. Jan Joustra: How to Wash Natural Fibers | On the House #6

Have you put off washing a jumper because you don’t understand the faded laundry care symbols? Only for it to shrink when you do get around to it!
On this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by her father, Jan Joustra, an Anglican priest and former lecturer of textiles and design. He completed a Bachelor of Art at the University of Tasmania and received a Certificate in Woven Textiles from the Hobart Technical College. Alongside his work in the Church, Jan has maintained an active interest in the arts, continuing to work in textiles and other forms of visual arts.
Jan shares the pros and cons of investing in clothing made from natural fiber. He also highlights some common mistakes people make when washing and caring for natural fibers, and how to repair holes and other problems in your favorite clothes.
Follow Jan via Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/janjoustra/.
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Sharon Franke: Kitchen Equipment | On the House #5

There's nothing worse than digging around to find the right spatula while your sauce burns on the stove. The right kitchen equipment and keeping it organized will not only make your life easier, but it will also enhance your cooking! For this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Sharon Franke, a journalist and product tester that specializes in kitchen equipment. Before her current career, she worked at the Good Housekeeping Institute for 30 years. There she served as Director of the Kitchen Appliances Lab—responsible for overseeing the testing and editorial coverage of everything related to cooking appliances and equipment. Here, Sharon shares her practices on how to arrange kitchen equipment, how she utilizes the mise en place theory for her appliances, and some tips and tricks on managing kitchen equipment. She also stresses that you should consider if a new appliance will work for your lifestyle, rather than trying to change your lifestyle for a new appliance. Follow and connect with Sharon Franke on her LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-franke-3501012/
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Louise Dunham: Division of Housework | On the House #4

Between work, kids, keeping active, and (occasional) socializing, who has time to be at home to accept a package? Or sit around at home waiting for the plumber to finally show up?
On this episode of On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella is joined by Louise Dunham, the CEO of Placement Solutions, Just Family Payroll Pty. Ltd., and Nurture Training College. Louisa had the great honor of being on the APNA awards committee and giving Barbara Kline of White House Nannies in Washington, DC, the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2018, Louise won two prestigious awards from the Association of Premier Nanny Agencies, based in the United States. The first award was for leadership, presented to Louise for her 31 years of leading the industry and encouraging them to do better. The second was for Excellence as an Agency. This honor is particularly noted because it is the first time 2 awards have been won by one Agency in the same year, and it is the first time the award has been presented to a non-American Agency. In 2017, Louise published a book called The State Of The Nanny, a definitive look at this sector of the childcare industry. Louise was VP of the INA (International Nanny Association based in America). She chaired the Ethics Committee from 2012 until early 2017 and was the first non-American on the board. Gabriella starts this conversation by getting to know Louise’s favorite food and a recent book she has read before talking about the division of housework and how household managers can help in any home.
Gabriella and Louise also discuss three good things about dividing housework practices so that everyone can organize their homes well.
Follow Louise Dunham’s work at https://www.placementsolutions.com.au/ or connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-dunham/ 
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La Vergne Lehmann: Waste Management | On the House #3

Pollution in our water, land, and air are major concerns for many people, and one contributing factor is poor waste management. This matter not only affects our environment, but also causes a variety of health issues for humans. How can we manage our own waste at home to reduce the risks?
On this episode of On the House: The Household Management Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by La Vergne Lehmann, a Waste & Sustainability Coordinator at Yarriambiack Shire Council. La Vergne has spent more than ten years in the waste and recycling sector, working in regional Victoria with councils, businesses, and the community. She starts this episode by sharing how she manages waste in her own home. She also shares some tips to manage food to reduce food, and the challenges of waste management.
You can connect with La Vergne Lehmann on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/la-vergne-lehmann-7152ab74/
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Jessica Harrison: Sustainable Living at Home | On the House #2

For Jess, household management is important because your house is the center of your world. Your house needs to define you and what you are about in life. But what we can do to live comfortably and sustainably in our house?
In this episode of On the House: The Household Management Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Jessica Harrison, a sustainability professional living in Melbourne. She comes from an environmental consulting background and holds a Master's of Environmental Management and Sustainability from Monash University. She is currently the Team Leader of Sustainability at Greater Dandenong City Council, and the Secretary of the South East Councils Climate Change Alliance (SECCCA). The conversation started by getting to know Jessica’s story about getting her own motorbike learner’s permit and ended with Jessica's best practices to live sustainably in her own house. Jessica also shares her personal earth overshoot day! Learn more about earth overshoot day in every country here https://www.overshootday.org/ 
Follow Jessica Harrison’s work via http://www.seccca.org.au/ and learn more about Greater Dandenong’s climate action https://www.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/sustainability
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Peter Wright: The Importance of Food Safety | On the House #1

On this episode of On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Peter Wright who brings us expert knowledge about the importance of food safety. During the 90s and the 00s, Peter honed his skills through major events and stadiums throughout Australia and Internationally, Including the Sydney Olympics, which was the launching pad for the next 20 years. In 2007 following the redevelopment and successful Commonwealth Games at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground Peter started his first consultancy business and became the President of the Australian Culinary Federation a position which he held for nine consecutive years. Developing the “World Menu” for elite athletes has enabled Peter to both consult and cater to several major athletes' villages including, Commonwealth Games, Manchester, Melbourne, Glasgow, and Gold Coast. Olympic Games including Sydney, Vancouver, Beijing, and Rio. Peter has successfully developed his brand for both consulting and catering on the world stage having recently completed catering at the 12 stadiums at the Japan Rugby World Cup in 2019. His motivational and organizational talents provide a great balance to the Food and Beverage Team for any event. Peter also managed the Food and Beverage operations at the USA Pavilion at the Dubai World Expo in 2021. Peter is a board member of World Chefs and has represented Australia twice at the Culinary Olympics bringing home gold medals on both occasions. He has a degree in Hospitality, is a qualified Sports Nutritionist, and holds the title of a World Chefs Certified Master Chef. Follow Peter's work via: www.globalhospitalitygroup.com.au, www.borthwickfoods.com.au, and www.calibrefeasts.com.au
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