Visions & Tones

Dr Qinisani Qwabe | South Africa's Agricultural Future under the Minister, John Steenhuisen - S3E11

Dr. Tony Nyundu is joined by a recurring guest, Dr. Qinisani Gwabe who is a lecturer at The Nelson Mandela University, and holds a PhD in Sustainable Food Systems from the University of the Free State in South Africa. He recently published an insightful piece on the appointment of John Steenhuisen (leader of the Democratic Alliance - the second largest and right wing political party in South Africa) as the Minister of Agriculture. 

In this episode, Dr. Q and Dr. T delve into the implications of John Steenhuisen's appointment for South African agriculture, particularly in the context of the country's racial and political landscape.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of South Africa's agricultural future and the political forces shaping it. Don't forget to check out Dr. Q's article on foodformzansi.co.za 

Dr Tony Nyundu | Reflective Sunday Morning: Navigating Faith and Expression of Gratitude - S3E10

In this episode, we dive into a reflective Sunday morning in New South Wales, as the host shares personal experiences and transformations in faith and doctrine over the past two years. The discussion touches on the complexities of deconstruction and reconstruction of beliefs, and the quest for a genuine spiritual community.

Additionally, the host expresses heartfelt gratitude to guests and listeners of the Visions & Tones podcast, offering insights into the challenges and rewards of content creation. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about faith, community, and the journey of self-discovery.

Stay connected with Visions and Tones on Instagram at @_visions_tones and look forward to more engaging episodes in the future.

Saifullah Omar Nasif | GMO Controversies, Science and Conflicts - S3E9

In this exciting entry, Dr. T sits down with the young and brilliant scholar, Saifullah Omar Nasif, a doctoral researcher at the University of Newcastle in Australia. Nasif's work focuses on environmental remediation with a specialisation on safe pesticide application. His research interests include advanced agrochemicals, nanotechnology and environmental sustainability. Nasif is currently (2024) the president of the Bangladesh Students Association of Newcastle University, and an active member of the Hunter Community Alliance (HCA). 

Nasif delves into his fascinating work on nanopesticides, explaining how tiny particles can revolutionise agricultural practices and environmental conservation. He also unpacks the complex world of genetically modified organisms (GMOs), sharing his findings from his master's research in Bangladesh that challenge widely held beliefs about GMOs.

The discussion further explores the implications of GMOs on health, the environment, and global food security, as well as the political and economic dimensions of agricultural science. Nasif and Dr. T also touch on the importance of public awareness and regulatory measures in navigating the intricate landscape of modern agriculture.

Tune in for an enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between cutting-edge science and real-world applications, offering valuable perspectives for both scholars and the general public.

Links of my published work:
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=8s3f7ncAAAAJ&hl=en

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Saifullah-Nasif

 

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Dr Ashraf Abdelbaky | Migration in Australia and CALD CONNECT - S3E8

In this potent episode of the Visions and Tones Podcast, we are joined by Dr, Ashraf Abdelbaky who is the managing director of CALD CONNECT (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Network) in NSW, most active in Newcastle. Dr Abdelbaky holds a PhD in English Literature from the University of Newcastle (Australia).

Join us as we confront the common challenges faced by Migrants, particularly refugees, with regards to language barriers, cultural shock, and negative societal perceptions. Dr, Abdelbaky passionately advocates for the significant contribution refugees make to the economy and society of their host country - Australia. 

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Dr Qinisani Qwabe | Inclusive Food Systems - S3E7

In this riveting episode of the 'Visions and Tones' podcast, our host (Dr. Tony Nyundu) delves into insightful conversations with Dr. Qinisani Qwabe, also known as Dr. Que, about indigenous foods and sustainable agriculture in South Africa.

Dr Que is a lecturer at the Nelson Mandela University in the Department of Agricultural Sciences. He holds a PhD. in Sustainable Food Systems from the University of the Free State (South Africa). He is the newly elected chairperson of the Australia-Africa Universities Early Career Researchers Network (AAUECRN). in 2020, he received the recognition of the Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans. Dr Que is also the founder and host of the show - Harvest Chronicles. 

As an authority in his field, Dr. Que sheds light on the myriad possibilities and potential challenges related to indigenous vegetables, agro-biodiversity, and food security, particularly among small-scale farmers.

The episode explores Zulu culture, the decline of indigenous food consumption in South Africa, and argues for the critical role these food sources play in battling malnutrition and food insecurity. The discussion unravels the potential of indigenous foods in terms of nutrition and the economy, stressing the need for governments and farmers to prioritise them.

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Katlego Makgaila | Marriage Contracts (South Africa) - S3E6

Katlego Makgaila is a Corporate Lawyer. He is also the founder and managing director of the Law Firm - Makgaila & Associates Incorporated. He completed his LL.B Degree with the University of Johannesburg (South Africa) in the year 2018. In March 2021, he was admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa. Currently, he is a candidate for the LL.M  in Corporate Law with the University of South Africa. 

Eddie Onoka and Leong Brown | Masculinities, Feminism, Womanism, Paedophilia, Incest, e-Safety, Sydney Stabbing - S3E5

In this episode, Dr Tony Nyundu chats with Eddie Onoka and Leong Brown about complex issues faced by the contemporary society around the world.

 

Eddie Onoka is a Lawyer working in a Plaintiff Law Firm in Newcastle (Australia).

 

Leong Brown is a Lawyer working in a Workers Compensation Law Firm in Newcastle (Australia).

 

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Dr Tony Nyundu | On The Church Losing its Plot - S3E4

In this episode, Dr Nyundu talks a little more about church losing its plot - from a conversation he had on the previous episode with Pastor Jack Chirwa. This lays a foundation for more conversations to he had about the role of church in the community. 

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Pastor Jack B. Chirwa | Church, Racism, Trauma, Theology, Philosophy - S3E3

Pastor Jack Chirwa is the lead pastor of the Full Gospel Church of God in Johannesburg South (Turffontein Campus since 2011) - a vibrant multi-racial and multi-ethnic church. He was born again in October 1986, at the age of 10. He positively responded to the call to serve God and attended bible college in 1999/2000. Post-bible college, Pastor Jack went into full time ministry. He got married to Sister Serah Chirwa in August 2003, and in 2005, they both relocated from Zambia to South Africa. In the same year, he pursued his degree in Theology from the Full Gospel Church of God College. He further acquired an Honours Degree in Theology at Team Impact Christian University, and a Certificate in Leadership in Urban Transformation from the University of Pretoria (South Africa). Pastor Jack is passionate about Deliverance Ministry, Missions and Youth Ministry. He continues to serve God with his beautiful family - Wife - Serah Chirwa, and Children - Zoe, Shaddai and Nathan Chirwa. 

 

Professor Kris Marsh | The Love Jones Cohort: Single and Living Alone in the Black Middle Class - S3E2

Dr. Kris Marsh received her PhD from the University of Southern California in 2005. She was a Postdoctoral Scholar at the Carolina Population Center at the University of North Carolina before joining the faculty of Maryland where she has been tenured since 2014.

Dr. Marsh’s general areas of expertise are the Black middle class, demography, racial residential segregation, and education. She has combined these interests to develop a research agenda that is divided into two broad areas: avenues into the Black middle class and consequences of being in the Black middle class.

Dr. Marsh released a book in February 2023, with Cambridge University Press, that examines the mental and physical health, wealth, residential choices and dating practices of an emerging Black middle class that is single and living alone. Dr. Marsh is also in the beginning stages of a book that interrogates navigating racism, sexism, and classism among Black golfers.

Professor Marsh teaches courses on Research Methods, Critical Race Theory, Racial Residential Segregation, and Intersectionality. She has been a visiting scholar at the University of Southern California, University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg and the University of Johannesburg (in South Africa).

Dr. Marsh has served as a contributor to BET (Black Entertainment Television), Bloomberg, CNN in America, MSNBC, the Associated Press, NBC Washington, and Al Jazeera America and is frequently asked to contribute to the Washington Post. She served as the Secretary of the District of Columbia Sociological Society and the Managing Editor of Issues in Race & Society. Dr. Marsh was awarded the Jacquelyn Johnson Jackson Early Career Award from the Association of Black Sociologists in 2015 and received the Core Fulbright U.S. Scholar award for 2017. Dr. Marsh was elected Chair of the Section on Race, Gender, and Class of the American Sociological Association in 2019.

Since late 2015, Dr. Marsh has been the driving force behind an implicit bias training with various police departments in the State of Maryland. Dr. Marsh was appointed to the Prince George’s County Police Reform Task Force in 2020 and was the Chair of the subcommittee on recruiting, hiring, training, promotions/evaluations, human resource, and mental health. Dr. Marsh also served on the President’s University of Maryland Task Force on Community Policing.

Dr. Marsh served on the board of directors for Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland and Baltimore Regional Housing Partnership.