Juste Podcast with Tim Buxton

This episode was written & recorded without AI. This morning, I sat down with my journal and wrote something I’ve been needing to say for a while. No AI. Just pen, paper, and an honest conversation with myself. Now I want to share these thoughts with you. I open up about what I’m calling  “identity rot”  — the subtle erosion of confidence, creativity, and self-trust that can creep in when AI b...

What if I told you there was a good chance you were Drinking Slavery in your morning coffee? In this courageous conversation on the  Juste Podcast , I’m joined by  Etelle Higonnet , a fearless human rights lawyer, environmental activist, and founder of  Coffee Watch . From the cocoa fields of West Africa to war zones in Iraq and Sierra Leone, Etelle has spent her life holding the world’s most powe...

This very special episode brings together the full crew behind Iraq 100 —a bold, beautiful, and timely endurance project retracing the steps of refugee journeys through Northern Iraq. It’s the first time this diverse team has gathered on a call, and the energy is undeniable. Host Tim Buxton is joined by filmmaker Kitali Wilson, ultra-runner and coach Mario Buchs, storyteller and humanitarian Matt...

In this first episode of the Iraq 100 Special Series , host Tim Buxton sits down with long-time friend and award-winning storyteller Matt Willingham to kick off an epic journey—one that’s about far more than running. Together, they explore what it means to move with purpose —whether it’s running 100 miles through Iraqi mountains or standing in solidarity with people who’ve been forced to flee thei...

In this deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation, Tim Buxton sits down with Rod Hopping—founder of Heritage Films (aka 'Movies Change People')—to explore the power of story, film, and community to transform lives. Rod shares how Braveheart and The Passion of the Christ ignited his journey from business into the world of purpose-driven film distribution. From confronting personal grief and dis...

Social entrepreneur Tom Dawkins joins Tim Buxton on the Juste Podcast to unpack the real drivers behind social change, innovation, and inclusive democracy. From growing up in a household filled with media and activism to launching global platforms like StartSomeGood and LendForGood, Tom shares the highs and hurdles of building impact at scale. Topics Explored: Youth representation & global for...

Meet Mario Buchs , the founder of  Healthetica , as we explore the transformative power of movement, running, and personal growth. From overcoming personal health struggles to helping others find their stride, Mario shares his journey of resilience, coaching, and the impact of small, consistent changes in leading a healthier life. This conversation is packed with practical insights on fitness, hol...

Welcome back to Justice Matters! We are thrilled to have Phil Hyldgaard, the Global COO of A21 , back on the podcast. This has been in the works for some time now, and I finally got the chance to jump on a video call with my long-time friend and social impact leader! In this episode, we delve deep into A21's mission to eradicate slavery globally and their innovative approaches, covering the fo...

Jacob Lee is not just a celebrated Australian pop, singer-songwriter but also the visionary behind the Luminary Club and joins me on the latest instalment of Justice Matters. Dive into an enlightening conversation where we explore the depths of authentic artistry, the birth and vision of Luminary Club, and the profound impact of creating new systems of value in today's world. This isn't just a tal...

Gear up for a special episode as we bring in John Richmond, not just as the dedicated former U.S. Ambassador fighting human trafficking, but also as a close friend with stories that are sure to inspire. Alongside his impactful role at Love Does, an organization born from Bob Goff’s vision, John has been a companion in journeys that matter. Our shared experiences include a trip to Israel in 2022, p...

Venture into the great outdoors with Cam Greenwood, the visionary founder of the Zorali outdoor gear company. In this fun episode, we unearth the intersection of passion for nature, sustainable entrepreneurship, and the pursuit of justice. Cam shares the origins of Zorali, the challenges faced in building a brand committed to environmental conservation, and the strides taken to ensure that justice...

In this episode, we're joined by Kayra Niebur, an inspiring young woman who serves as an assistant director at The Red Carpet in Tel Aviv. Kayra opens up not just about her transformative work serving alongside women involved in the underground sex industry in Tel Aviv, but also about her own life story. From her early days growing up in the Middle East, Kayra shares her journey, family influe...

Tabea Oppliger was born in 1977 to Swiss parents and raised in Papua New Guinea, spending her first 16 years of life speaking mainly Pidgin English and English. Tabea then lived in Switzerland for 20 years for education and professional reasons where she also got married and gave birth to her three children. An unstoppable force to see justice and freedom for all, Tabea founded GlowbalAct, a chari...

Kelly Forbes is the CEO and founder of the AI Asia Pacific Institute, a think tank and research organization that focuses on the impact of artificial intelligence on society. She has a deep understanding of both its potential and its pitfalls. Kelly is a frequent speaker at conferences and events around the world and is known for her insightful commentary on the future of AI and its role in shapin...

Nick serves as a co-founder at Miles4Migrants, supporting the technology development that powers our mission. Nick also piloted the original idea of using points and miles to reunite families by flying the family of a Pakistani Christian personal friend in Europe. He later shared this idea on with other online reward point enthusiasts on Reddit, where Seth and Nick later sparked the movement.  Nic...

Amanda is the founder of DISTRACTD, a brand new Gold Coast organisation connecting communities, delivering information, education, panel discussions, mingles and advocacy, all about ADHD. Diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, she became hyper-focused on ensuring that there was a local organisation where people could come together and support one another, learn and break down some of the stigma around t...

Jon Owen is the Pastor and CEO at Wayside Chapel, leading an incredible team of 140 staff and some 600 volunteers each week.   Jon has dedicated his life to closing the gap on inequality, both living and working amongst some of the most disadvantaged communities in Sydney and Melbourne. Jon is a qualified social worker and prior to Wayside, he built his way up through the organisation Urban Neighb...

In this episode of Justice Matters, I speak with Nicole Lamoureux, who is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC). She works with the NAFC and its 1,200 member organizations, its Board of Directors and its partners to advance the mission of ensuring the medically underserved have access to affordable, quality health care.  We discuss the follow...

Luke is the Executive Director for Tekton as well as the founder and CEO of Kicky.com. Tekton has recently merged with an amazing organisation called Refcode (refcode.org), which provides software engineering training for the refugee community. You can email Luke at Luke@tektontraining.org, and connect with him on LinkedIn or follow him on Instagram. This podcast was produced by Jose Biotto &...

Jody Luke is the Executive Director of Love Does, an incredible organisation that has been fighting for human rights, caring for the vulnerable and providing education in conflict zones since 2002. In this episode we talk about: What it's like to work alongside the one and only Bob Goff Travelling to serve in some of the most difficult places Serving refugees and paroles from Ukraine & Afg...

We're back with a new line up of guests after a break from recording. I have been so excited to get back in the studio and have had the best time interviewing our guests. The line up is amazing and there is something to interest everyone. Here's a sneak peak at who you'll be listening to and the topics we will be covering over the next couple months: Jody Luke — Bringing Joy & Reco...

We have a special interview on the podcast for you, as we round out another series of guests. We have Jared Bell — the producer of Justice Matters — share his experiences from Thailand and Cambodia, where he and his wife served with an anti-trafficking organisation. This podcast was produced by Jared Bell & TKB Podcasts. The featured music is from the song “Turning Over Tables” by The Brillian...

The tables are turned in this episode of Justice Matters. The lovely Monique Gaudion and host of the Boffola Podcast came into the studio to interview yours truly, after meeting me at Tedx Currumbin in October.

Tim sits down with the Producers and Directors of the Scattered People Film, John & Lizzi Swatland to discuss the inspiration behind their moving documentary about two young musicians who flee their homeland and seek asylum in Australia where in immigration detention they discover the Scattered People band and find community, hope and a voice.

In this episode, I caught up with the exceptional Isla Freer, who recently gave a remarkable TED talk at Currumbin TEDx. Her topic — Sexism in schools.