Across the Board

Success can be achieved quietly over time, but sometimes it doesn’t come without failure. With so many changes happening in society sometimes dealing with new issues is about making it up as you go. This final episode of Across the Board looks at how directors set the benchmark for success, but what it feels like when coming face-to-face with outright failure, including a legal perspective of the Main Zeal case that went to the Supreme Court in 2022. Host: Kirsten Patterson and Sonia Yee Producer: Sonia Yee Sound engineer: Marc Chesterman People: Dr Rod Carr, Steven Renata, Dr Smita Singh, Jonathan Forsey, Cameron McCullochSee 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.

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.

What does it mean to have a seat at the table when you’re sitting on a board? This first episode of Across the Board looks at what it takes to get your first board role as well as breaking down some old stereotypes. Kirsten Patterson and Sonia Yee delve into the responsibility and role of boards, and look at how the decision-making process trickles down through an organisation. Presenters: Kirsten Patterson and Sonia Yee People: Hugo Bedford, Dr Jim McAloon, Angela Swann-Cronin, Rhiannon McKinnon, Dr Michael Fraser, Clare Swallow, Dr Duncan Webb See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.