On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast

Welcome to the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast". In this episode, our host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Kim Anastasiou, a dedicated Ph. D. Candidate at Deakin University and a Research Dietitian at CSIRO, Australia's esteemed National Science Agency. Kim's profound focus is on the intricate nexus of health and environmental impacts within our food system. H...

Welcome to another episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast." Gabriella Joustra is joined by Professor Piyush Tiwari, a distinguished figure in the field of real estate markets and the Professor of Property at the University of Melbourne. Professor Piyush Tiwari's influence transcends international boundaries, with an impressive career that has seen him holding key positions...

Welcome back to another episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast." Our host Gabriella Joustra is joined by the accomplished Jennifer Chesak, a prolific freelance science and medical journalist, editor, and fact-checker. Jennifer is also the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women. Jennifer's journey includes a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University's...

Welcome to the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast." Hosted by Gabriella Joustra, this episode features a special guest, Amanda Shiffler, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in gardening, agriculture, and plant-related topics. Amanda holds a master's degree in agriculture and a bachelor's degree in horticulture, making her a true expert in the field....

Welcome to "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast" with your host, Gabriella Joustra. In this episode, Gabriella is joined by Amy Kolb Noyes, an accomplished artist, author, photographer, and award-winning journalist from Vermont, USA. With three decades of experience in print, broadcast, and digital media, Amy has made significant contributions to journalism. Her work has been featu...

Welcome to the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast". In this episode, our host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Chelle Hartzer, a consulting entomologist with over a decade of experience in the pest management industry. Chelle's expertise lies in helping small and mid-sized pest control companies by providing them with expert troubleshooting, the latest technical i...

Welcome to the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast"! In this episode, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Associate Professor Simon Lockrey, the Reduce Program Leader in the Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) at RMIT School of Design. With expertise in sustainability and extensive experience working with global companies, governments, and non-prof...

Welcome to the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast". In this episode, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Bailey Hall, an Environmental Programs Specialist in the Environmental Services Department for the City of Sunnyvale. Bailey is the outreach and communications lead for the Solid Waste and Recycling Division, representing the City of Sunnyvale. She engages wi...

Welcome to the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast". Get ready for an engaging and enlightening conversation as our host, Gabriella Joustra, is joined by Stephen Hughes. Stephen is an honorary senior lecturer in the School of Maths and Physics at the University of Queensland. His expertise spans various fields, having held prestigious positions such as a former s...

Join us for the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast" as host Gabriella Joustra engages in a captivating conversation with Enzo Palombo, a distinguished Professor of Microbiology and Associate Dean of Research at Swinburne University of Technology.   With an impressive academic background and extensive expertise in various areas, including food microbiology, envir...

Get ready for an engaging episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast." Join host Gabriella Joustra as she welcomes the incredible Jenna Braddock, MSH, RDN, CSSD, CPT, a highly accomplished Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, and ACSM Certified Personal Trainer based in St. Augustine, Florida. Jenna's mission is to empower individuals to...

Join host Gabriella Joustra on the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast," as she speaks with Melissa Díaz Segura, a Senior Consultant in Life Cycle Assessment and Circularity, about "Life Cycle Thinking." With over 8 years of experience in sustainability and environmental engineering, Melissa is an expert in the field. Throughout the episode, Gabriella and Melissa...

In this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra interviews Rebecca Edwards, the lead safety reporter and in-house expert for SafeWise.com, on the topic of understanding home security tools. Rebecca's extensive experience as a journalist and blogger in home and community safety, spanning over 25 years, has made her an expert in the field. Her insights...

Welcome to the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast"! In this exciting episode, our host Gabriella Joustra invites Madison Moulton, an expert in indoor plant growing, to share her knowledge and insights on how to successfully grow indoor plants. Madison Moulton is not only an editor and writer, but she's also the author of The Next-Generation Gardener. Her work fo...

Welcome to the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast". In this episode, host Gabriella Joustra engages in an insightful conversation with Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer from Cleveland, OH, Anthony DiMarino RD/LD, CPT, MBA. Anthony is a dedicated professional who holds a Bachelor's degree in Medical Dietetics from The Ohio State University and a...

Join us for an insightful episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast with host Gabriella Joustra and our guest, Professor Steven Kenway. As an expert in water-energy nexus and urban metabolism management, Steven has developed innovative concepts for sustainable water management, including the Net Zero Water Cycle, which will be the focus of our discussion in this episode. With...

Welcome to the latest episode of "On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast". In this episode, our host Gabriella Joustra engages in a thought-provoking conversation with insurance expert Fabio Faschi, who shares valuable insights on how to manage your home's liability and insurance. Fabio Faschi is a distinguished insurance professional, serving as the Head of Partnerships at Counterpar...

Get ready for an earthy and insightful episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, hosted by Gabriella Joustra! If you're interested in sustainable living and reducing your ecological footprint, or wished you had more knowledge about eco-friendly practices, then this episode is a must-listen.  Our guest, Liz Freisen, B.S. Environmental Economics & Policy, M.S., is a proud i...

Get ready for an eye-opening episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast! If you're someone who has ever felt frustrated and powerless while dealing with faulty products or services, or wished you had more knowledge about your consumer rights, then this episode is a must-listen. Join our host, Gabriella Joustra, as she chats with Dr. Megawati Simanjuntak, SP, MSi, a Commissioner...

Home foundations play an important role in maintaining the integrity of your house, but they are often overlooked. So what should you look for? And what can you do to prevent decay?  In this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra chats with Bryan Alvarado — a United States Marine Corps Veteran and the CEO and founder of Alvaron Home Inspections.  Alv...

How secure is your home from unwanted visitors? Do you know what to do when someone trespasses on your property?  In this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Ben Stickle, Ph. D., a criminologist focusing on property crime and policing. He is known for his research contributions on metal theft, package theft, and emerging crime trends....

You might think you are protecting yourself by closing windows and doors to pollution, but did you know that bad air quality also comes from inside the home? Things like varnish from furniture, mold, and cooking reduce air quality at home, causing long-term health consequences.  In this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Max Sherman,...

Have you ever bought a big box of strawberries because the price was so good, but ended up watching them spoil? Or did the zucchini you planted do so much better than you thought? Have you ever thought about preserving your produce, but weren’t sure what was safe? On this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Joyce McGarry, a retired Fo...

Do you notice that you tend to call your mom to ask for cooking or cleaning advice, but you call your dad to help you fix your car? Have you ever wondered why this is? On this episode of On The House: Household Management Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Michael Bittman, an Emeritus Professor in Sociology at the University of New England. They were the President of IATUR from...

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 s...