UThink
UThink
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UThink dives into the thoughts, ideas, and conversations that influence the way we see the world. We challenge the everyday and offer new perspectives with the help of fresh voices and thought-provoking guests who have dared to innovate, question conventions, and carve out their own unique paths. Through their stories, we’ll uncover fresh insights, discover new possibilities, and inspire YOU to embark on your own journeys toward something remarkable.
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This podcast focuses on themes of education innovation, personal development, and social impact, with episodes featuring discussions like 'Disrupting Education: Kirstene's Vision for a Student-Centered Future' and 'From Player to Pioneer: Tarsha's NRL Journey' which delve into educational reform and sports advocacy.
UThink dives into the thoughts, ideas, and conversations that influence the way we see the world. We challenge the everyday and offer new perspectives with the help of fresh voices and thought-provoking guests who have dared to innovate, question conventions, and carve out their own unique paths. Through their stories, we’ll uncover fresh insights, discover new possibilities, and inspire YOU to embark on your own journeys toward something remarkable.
In this episode of UThink, host Rose sits down with Emily Milton Smith, New South Wales and ACT Engagement Manager for OzHarvest — Australia’s leading food rescue organisation. Emily shares her powerful journey from community volunteer to United Nations youth advocate to a champion for sustainability and food security.
Together, they unpack the shocking realities of food waste and food insecurity in Australia, and how simple, everyday changes at home can create massive impact. Emily introduces OzHarvest’s life-changing programs like FEAST, Nest, and Nourish, and shares how initiatives like the Waterloo Market and Reffetorio restaurant are restoring dignity, nourishment, and hope to thousands.
It’s a heartfelt conversation about community, resilience, and how we can all lean in, use it up, and make a difference — one meal at a time.
To learn more about today's topic click on the following links:
OzHarvest Official Website
Learn about their mission, food rescue operations, and how to get involved.
👉 ozharvest.org
FEAST (Food Education and Sustainability Training)
A free, curriculum-aligned program for primary and high school students that teaches about food waste, sustainability, and healthy eating.
👉 education.ozharvest.org
NEST (Nutrition Education Skills Training)
A six-week program teaching adults healthy eating habits and how to cook simple, low-cost meals.
👉 ozharvest.org/education/nest
Nourish Program
An 18-week hospitality training program for young people aged 16–25 who face barriers to education and employment.
👉 ozharvest.org/education/nourish
Waterloo Market
A ”take what you need, give if you can” market providing rescued fresh produce and pantry staples to people in need.
📍 95 Wellington St, Waterloo, NSW
👉 ozharvest.org/ozharvest-market-waterloo
Refettorio OzHarvest Sydney
A social impact collaboration offering nourishing meals in a community hub setting.
📍 Surry Hills, NSW
👉 ozharvest.org/refettorio-ozharvest-sydney
This episode was produced by Simon Gilchrist https://www.linkedin.com/in/simongilchrist/?originalSubdomain=au and sponsored by Vuvale – https://vuvale.com.au/
Music in this episode is licensed by Impactify Pty Ltd 2025 and composed and produced by Edward Andrew Schravemade [Schrav]. All rights reserved.
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