Lauren Kurtz: Culinary Magic — Must-Have Herbs for Your Home Kitchen Garden | On the House #60

Far too often, we find ourselves rushing through meals surrounded by distractions, failing to recall the finer details of our food, be it taste or texture. The phenomenon is more common than one might expect, but it poses potential long-term health risks. So, this week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella speaks to dietitian Tim Cassettari on how to practice mindful eating. An accredited dietitian and a recognized thought leader in nutrition, Tim Cassettari boasts a multifaceted background spanning exercise science, nutrition science, and psychology. As a nutrition researcher and adept communicator at FOODIQ Global, Tim Cassettari offers consultation services to a wide spectrum of entities, including governmental bodies, non-governmental organizations, and the food industry. On top of that, he practices as a Health at Every Size dietitian with a commitment to fostering holistic well-being, prioritizing both physical and emotional health enhancement. In this episode, Tim Cassettari addresses common misconceptions about mindful eating, and shares simple at-home practices that will prove effective for many. That aside, he reveals his personal recommendations of resources that serve as useful guides for mindful eating, from books and websites, to mobile applications. Additionally, Tim Cassettari walks Marie through a mindful eating exercise, and offers advice for those struggling to establish a balanced relationship with food despite noble attempts. So, tune in this week for practical tips and expert insights on creating a more pleasurable, memorable eating experience that will stand the test of time. Resources mentioned in this episode: Mindful Eating Questionnaire: https://www.mindfulnessdiet.com/science/mindful-eating-questionnaire/ The Mindful Eating Coach: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/the-mindful-eating-coach/id1547990867 The Center for Mindful Eating: https://www.thecenterformindfuleating.org Am I Hungry?: https://amihungry.com Follow Tim Cassettari’s work: https://timcassettari.com/ Connect with Tim Cassettari via the following platforms: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timcassettari/ Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/  for further information about Household Management Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170

According to an United Nations food index report, an alarming 33% of all food produced winds up being lost or wasted, costing the global economy close to a trillion dollars each year. So, this week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Aakanksha Bhatia to learn more about cutting our losses by transforming food trash into treasure. A doctoral scholar in the Indian Institute of Technology’s Department of Management Studies, Aakanksha Bhatia’s work is largely associated with food security concerns in developing economies, including food waste and food security index. That aside, she also currently serves as assistant professor of economics at Galgotias University. In this episode, Aakanksha Bhatia discusses her research into the behavioral factors that influence food waste, such as storage, food management practices, and shared labor. Additionally, she reveals that the best tool for combating food waste is awareness, and explains why she believes so. Together, Gabriella and Aakanksha Bhatia discuss personal experiences with food waste, as Aakanksha Bhatia shares some creative ways to turn leftovers into delicious meals, from lentil fritters and fried rice, to cauliflower and chickpea curry. So, tune in this week for practical tips and inspiring ideas that will not only nourish the planet, but also the body. Follow Aakanksha Bhatia’s work via the following platforms: Identifying determinants of household food waste behavior in urban India: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clwas.2023.100105 ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5888-1670 ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Aakanksha-Bhatia-5 Connect with Aakanksha Bhatia via the following platforms: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aakanksha-bhatia-14487719/ Email: [email protected] Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/  for further information about Household Management Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170

Is your home ready to stand the test of time? This week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra speaks to an urban and environmental planning lecturer, Dr. Tony Matthews, to learn what makes for a home that is both environmentally responsible and economically sound. An urban planner and international advocate for good cities at heart, Dr. Tony Matthews has a passion for translating insights into understandable and actionable terms, with benefits for policy-makers, professionals and communities. A faculty member at Griffith University, his work addresses current and emerging urban challenges through research, engagement and practice. Through his advocacy, engagement and communication, Dr. Tony Matthews has informed policy decisions and shaped real-world outcomes in cities.  In this episode, Dr. Tony Matthews describes future-proofing a home as adapting to changes in technology, energy efficiency, and environmental standards. He cites features with proven values such as solar panels, external insulation, and air renewal systems as examples, and sheds light on some of the newest cutting-edge technologies currently available to homeowners. Together, Gabriella and Dr. Tony Matthews weigh up the pros and cons of various sustainability approaches, one of which being that sustainable materials may incur higher long-term costs. So, tune in to this episode for expert insight on what you can do to make your home go the extra mile!  Visit Dr. Tony Matthews’s work on: https://theconversation.com/profiles/tony-matthews-234160/articles Connect with Dr. Tony Matthews on the following platforms: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-tony-matthews/?originalSubdomain=au https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-tony-matthews/?originalSubdomain=au Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ for further information about Household Management Labs.   Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170  

Food waste lurking in your bins? You’re not alone. This week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra chats with Claire Kneller, the general manager for Leading Harvest in Australia, to unpack the multifaceted landscape of food waste, from wilted lettuce and forgotten leftovers to planning and shopping for meal planning. Claire is the General Manager for Leading Harvest in Australia, a global certification standard for regenerative agriculture. Previously, Claire was the Managing Director of WRAP Asia Pacific, a not for profit focussed on the transition to a circular economy, especially for food, clothing and plastic packaging. Based in Australia, Claire develops and implements programmes across WRAP’s focus areas, and on top of that, works with End Food Waste Australia leading the delivery of Australia’s halving food waste target. In this episode, Claire Kneller discusses the major contributors to food waste and what can be done to reduce it, revealing that the target to reduce food waste is 50% by 2030. She shares more on what makes this a realistic goal, and what we need to do to achieve this collectively. Together, Gabriella and Claire Kneller weigh up easy tips on using up food scraps, such as wilted lettuce in soups and more.. So, tune in this week for expert insights on how to reduce your grocery bill, streamline your kitchen routine, and make the most of every delicious bite. Visit Claire Kneller’s work on the following platforms: Leading Harvest: https://www.leadingharvest.org/ WRAP Asia Pacific: https://www.wrap.ngo/ End Food Waste: https://endfoodwaste.com.au/ Connect with Claire Kneller on the following platforms: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairekneller/ Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/  for further information about Household Management Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170

With environmental concerns and astronomical supermarket prices, having an edible garden at one’s fingertips has never looked more enticing. So, this week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra chats with horticulture expert Lauren Kurtz to learn more about what it takes to start and maintain a home kitchen garden. Having graduated from the University of Connecticut with a PhD in Plant Science, Lauren’s research focuses on horticulture and plant breeding of hemp. Prior to graduate school, she worked in ecological horticulture and environmental education, and additionally, as a horticulture content editor for Wikihow. Currently, she serves as an invasive species outreach specialist at her alma mater, working with land managers, government agencies, scientists, and the public to navigate best practices for managing invasive plants in Connecticut.   In this episode, Lauren Kurtz expresses that herbs add color, texture, and various flavors to food, transforming ordinary meals into culinary delights, sharing her personal list of must-have herbs for anyone looking to start a home kitchen garden. To add, she outlines the first steps required in growing a herb garden. Together, Gabriella and Lauren Kurtz discuss the day-to-day care and maintenance of a home herb garden, from watering and weed control, to fertilization and pruning. So, whether you’re a fellow herb aficionado, or a beginner looking for a reliable source of guidance, tune in to this episode for fascinating insights on growing your own feed! Visit Lauren Kurtz’s work on: https://www.wikihow.com/Author/Lauren-Kurtz Connect with Lauren Kurtz on the following platforms: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-kurtz-3000a2ab/ Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/  for further information about Household Management Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170

Preparing for life’s milestones such as marriage and parenthood requires a level of foresight coupled with practical budgeting tips. So, this week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra chats with Dr. Pushpa Wood, the director of the financial education and research center at Massey University, to learn more. With a long-standing history advocating for adult and financial literacy, Dr. Pushpa Wood has worked across school, tertiary, and industry sectors to educate teenagers, university students, and working adults alike about the often-overlooked aspects of finance. Highly regarded as one of the key academics involved in developing resources for financial literacy, Dr. Pushpa Wood’s research interests include identifying trigger points that motivate people to change their financial behavior, preparedness of women in planning their future, and testing culturally appropriate evaluation tools. In this episode, Dr. Pushpa Wood defines budgeting as a tool that assists with major life adjustments, which encompasses identifying goals, managing expenses, and saving for the future. On top of that, she reveals that a widespread misconception is that couples should adhere to a fifty-fifty split. Together, Gabriella and Dr. Pushpa Wood discuss effective exercises for communicating financial goals and priorities between couples, as well as the importance of involving children in finances from an early age. So, tune in today for an insightful conversation and expert advice on conversing about finances with your partner to prepare for any pivotal life transitions that may come your way! Connect with Dr. Pushpa Wood on the following platforms: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-pushpa-wood-onzm-41151a32/ Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/  for further information about Household Management Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170

“Buy less, choose well, make it last” are the words of Vivenne Westwood that have paved the way for sustainable fashion. But how exactly are we to make our clothes last? This week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra chats with textile designer Vanessa Mardirossian for insider knowledge on how to wash, store, and care for clothes. With 20 years of experience working in the fashion industry across haute couture, ready-to-wear, fast fashion, and trend studio sectors, Vanessa is a textile designer, textile design educator, and PhD candidate hailing from Nice, France. Her research explores the development of non-toxic dyes with a focus on textile ecoliteracy, aiming to avoid textile toxicity at the early stages. In this episode, Vanessa shares her research into textile toxicity and how it affects not just us as individuals, but also communities and the environment. On top of that, she discusses what to look out for when shopping, and why shopping is not always the answer. Together, Gabriella and Vanessa chat about DIY solutions, from spicing up your clothing with natural dyes, to creating your own soap. So, tune in today for an invigorating conversation teeming with expert insights and exciting clothing care ideas! Connect with Vanessa on the following platforms: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessamardirossian/ Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/  for further information about Household Management Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170

Humans are innately social: connecting with like-minded people is not only important for our mental well-being, but could also serve a greater purpose. So, this week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by assistant professor of practice Karen Magruder to learn more about fostering eco-friendly communities. A dedicated and award-winning educator, Karen is passionate about integrating evidence-based and innovative techniques to promote student success in online learning. Currently, she serves as assistant professor of practice at the University of Texas at Arlington School of Social Work, where she created a course on environmental justice and green social work, and to add, is a clinical social work supervisor.  In this episode, Karen sheds light on community roots in the context of household management and sustainability, describing the foundation of community as stable, coherent, and resilient. That aside, she reveals that fostering eco-friendly practices in our homes and communities can reduce our environmental impact on a larger scale, create socially equitable and interconnected communities, improve the economy, and increase jobs as well as property value. Together, Gabriella and Karen discuss the inner workings of such communities, from ensuring accessibility and inclusion through usability testing and feedback from diverse communities, to policies and regulations. So, tune in today for a conversation teeming with insights on saving the earth through the strength of numbers. Follow Karen’s work via: https://www.uta.edu/academics/faculty/profile?username=johnstonmagrk Connect with her on the following platforms: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-magruder-lcsw-s-13b81931/ Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/  for further information about Household Management Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170

In recent years, sustainable cooking has been hailed as the solution to the world’s carbon footprint concern. But what does it actually mean to cook sustainably? This week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra chats with award-winning dietitian and science communicator. Serving as the Aston Medical School lead for Nutrition and Evidence Based Medicine, as well as associate dean for public engagement in the College of Health and Life Sciences, Dr. Duane’s focus lies in promoting high-quality science and health communication, as well as involving communities in shaping programs. But most of all, with a wealth of experience in discussing health, Dr. Duane has a strong passion for helping people grasp the science behind health-related information. In this episode, Dr. Duane shares the key advantages of implementing sustainable cooking for both households and communities alike, revealing tips on how to kickstart the endeavor. Additionally, they emphasize the benefit of utilizing the oven to cook multiple dishes at a time. Together, Gabriella and Dr. Duane exchange ideas on how to use up older vegetables, rather than tossing them straight in the bin. On top of that, they discuss how to weigh up various factors to consider when deciding how one is to reduce the impact of cooking, from cheaper cuts of meat to shorter cooking times. So, tune in today for an empowering discussion on how to incorporate sustainable cooking into your routine, and make a positive impact on both the environment and your personal health! Connect with Dr. Duane on the following platforms: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duane-mellor-4a696114/ Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/  for further information about Household Management Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170

Housing is a basic human need, yet a lack of affordable housing perpetuates a housing crisis affecting over a billion people worldwide. So, this week on On the House: The Household Management Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra chats with urban planning associate professor Dorina Pojani to learn more about its challenges. With research focusing on various aspects of the built environment,including urban design, transport, and housing, Dorina approaches her work from a feminist perspective. Over the years, she has held guest teaching and research positions in Austria, Chile, Italy, and Oman, and worked as a consultant for various United Nations agencies. But apart from that, she’s been published broadly in non-academic outlets, including The Conversation. In this episode, Dorina shares that the housing affordability crisis affects people’s day-to-day lives, from having a lower budget for food, and education, to reduced access to medical services and health insurance, as well as general stability. She reveals that the culprits of the crisis are the sheer lack of houses, along with an excessive number of investment houses. Together, Gabriella and Dorina weigh up potential solutions that individuals can turn to in the meantime, some of which include flexible budgeting, downsizing, negotiating rent, cohabiting and moving further from the city. So, tune in today to equip yourself with a comprehensive understanding of one of society’s most urgent dilemmas! Follow Dorina’s work via the following websites.  University of Queensland: http://researchers.uq.edu.au/researcher/11894 Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=2kd9fFEAAAAJ&hl=en  The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/profiles/tammara-soma-294368  Connect with Dorina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorina-pojani-30689b220/ Produced by the Household Management Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com, and visit https://householdmgmt.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/  for further information about Household Management Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@householdmanagementsciencelabs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/householdmgmt.science.labs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/householdMgmt.science.labs Twitter: https://twitter.com/HMScienceLabs LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/household-management-science-labs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@household.m.science.labs Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/householdMgmtsciencelabs You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-house-the-household-management-science/id1648508806 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E9powtiwe0ee7ycQQCTHl Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a654971d-e3e3-46c8-80bd-10655fb6064a/on-the-house-the-household-management-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-on-the-house-the-household-102862777 Podbean: https://householdmanagementinsights.podbean.com PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402161 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/on-the-house-the-household-man-4914170