Make Good Things Happen

Bound Together: Inside Ballarat Craft + Design Week

IN THE SEASON FINALE, ANGELA AND RENÉE UNPACK THE INAUGURAL BALLARAT CRAFT AND DESIGN WEEK AND THE COLLABORATIVE EXHIBITION "BOUND". WITH QUESTIONS FROM RENÉE, ANGELA REFLECTS ON HER ROLE DELIVERING THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR THE EXHIBITING ARTISTS, THE CHALLENGES AND REWARDS OF CREATIVE COLLABORATION, AND THE INCREDIBLE INSTALLATIONS CREATED FOR THE MINING EXCHANGE. Our ladies also chat about what happens after a major exhibition ends, pitching creative work, and what they’ve been watching lately, including Daredevil: Born Again and Margo’s Got Money Troubles. Segments include : Events Breakdown, This Week I... WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE * The evolution of Craft Lab into Ballarat Craft and Design Week * Angela’s role delivering the professional development program for the exhibiting cohort * The collaborative exhibition Bound * The challenges and rewards of creative collaboration * How artists developed installations for the Mining Exchange * Mentoring creatives through exhibition development * Questions artists asked about pricing, touring work and approaching galleries * Why collaboration can create stronger creative outcomes * The Infuse Art Prize and opportunities for collaborative artwork * Daredevil: Born Again and the return of weekly television episode drops Head to the MGTH website for show notes, transcripts and links. [https://makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast/] Instagram: @mgth.com.au [https://open.acast.com/networks/66c428c375921252a8148b10/shows/66c42a2e75921252a814ecb4/www.instagram.com/mgth.com.au] Brand artwork by Mel Baxter Moonshine Madness [https://www.moonshinemadness.com.au/] Brand photography by Maja Baska Photography [https://www.majabaska.com/] We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we produce this podcast, that of the Wadawurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present. Content disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and are not being shared as facts. Guests opinions are their own and not of Make Good Things Happen. Make Good Things Happen, our podcast hosts and distributors are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Who Made Your Clothes? A Fashion Revolution Week Special

IN THIS SPECIAL EPISODE, ANGELA AND RENÉE UNPACK FASHION REVOLUTION WEEK AND THE GLOBAL MOVEMENT CALLING FOR GREATER TRANSPARENCY, ETHICS, AND ACCOUNTABILITY IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY. Founded in response to the Rana Plaza factory collapse in 2013, Fashion Revolution Week asks a simple but powerful question: who made your clothes? From fast fashion’s hidden costs to the principles of slow fashion, this episode explores how both shoppers and makers can make more thoughtful choices. Whether you’re buying, making, or somewhere in between, this is a grounded conversation about responsibility, awareness, and doing better over time.  Better fashion choices are not about getting it perfect. It's about asking questions and slowing down enough to make a different decision. Whether you’re a shopper or a maker, those small shifts add up, and they matter more than you think. WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE * What Fashion Revolution Week is and why it exists * The “Who Made My Clothes?” movement and supply chain transparency * The key issues in fast fashion including labour exploitation and environmental damage * The scale of textile waste and overproduction globally * What slow fashion means in practice * How makers can use transparency as a point of difference * Ways to reduce waste within a small creative business * How to start shopping more consciously without overwhelm * The power of the pause before purchasing * Why personal style matters more than trends * What to look for in garment quality and materials * Where to shop for ethical, secondhand, and slow fashion options * Organisations and resources that support ethical fashion Head to the MGTH website for show notes, transcripts and links. [https://makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast/] Instagram: @mgth.com.au [https://open.acast.com/networks/66c428c375921252a8148b10/shows/66c42a2e75921252a814ecb4/www.instagram.com/mgth.com.au] Brand artwork by Mel Baxter Moonshine Madness [https://www.moonshinemadness.com.au/] Brand photography by Maja Baska Photography [https://www.majabaska.com/] We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we produce this podcast, that of the Wadawurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present. Content disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and are not being shared as facts. Guests opinions are their own and not of Make Good Things Happen. Make Good Things Happen, our podcast hosts and distributors are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Protecting Your Business from AI Scams

IN THIS EPISODE OF MAKE GOOD THINGS HAPPEN, ANGELA AND RENÉE UNPACK A NEW TYPE OF SCAM THAT IS STARTING TO IMPACT SMALL BUSINESSES, WHERE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IS USED TO GENERATE FAKE “EVIDENCE” FOR REFUND CLAIMS. They also explore what makers should look for when applying to markets and events, especially as new event opportunities emerge, and not all of them are created with stallholders in mind. Plus, a behind-the-scenes look at a recent one-page website project and why simple, strategic websites are becoming an increasingly valuable tool for makers in business. Segments include: * From Scroll To Cart * Events Breakdown * This Week I... Head to the MGTH website for show notes, transcripts and links. [https://makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast/] Instagram: @mgth.com.au [https://open.acast.com/networks/66c428c375921252a8148b10/shows/66c42a2e75921252a814ecb4/www.instagram.com/mgth.com.au] Brand artwork by Mel Baxter Moonshine Madness [https://www.moonshinemadness.com.au/] Brand photography by Maja Baska Photography [https://www.majabaska.com/] We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we produce this podcast, that of the Wadawurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present. Content disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and are not being shared as facts. Guests opinions are their own and not of Make Good Things Happen. Make Good Things Happen, our podcast hosts and distributors are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Why Pricing Your Work Feels So Hard

IN THIS EPISODE OF MAKE GOOD THINGS HAPPEN, ANGELA AND RENÉE DIVE INTO ONE OF THE MOST CHALLENGING PARTS OF RUNNING A CREATIVE BUSINESS: PRICING. AS COSTS CONTINUE TO RISE AND NEW CHANGES IMPACT SMALL BUSINESSES, THEY EXPLORE WHAT IT REALLY TAKES TO PRICE YOUR WORK SUSTAINABLY. HOW DO YOU SET PRICES ON YOUR HANDMADE PRODUCTS WITHOUT TURNING YOUR BUSINESS INTO AN EXPENSIVE HOBBY? From recent changes to card surcharges to the hidden realities of capacity, time and value, our ladies unpack why pricing is far more complex than simple calculations. They discuss the tension between accessibility and sustainability, the impact of wholesale and margins, and why valuing your time is essential. Along the way, they share practical insights, mindset shifts and honest reflections to help makers build pricing strategies that actually support their lives and work. Head to the MGTH website for show notes, transcripts and links. [https://makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast/] Instagram: @mgth.com.au [https://open.acast.com/networks/66c428c375921252a8148b10/shows/66c42a2e75921252a814ecb4/www.instagram.com/mgth.com.au] Brand artwork by Mel Baxter Moonshine Madness [https://www.moonshinemadness.com.au/] Brand photography by Maja Baska Photography [https://www.majabaska.com/] We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we produce this podcast, that of the Wadawurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present. Content disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and are not being shared as facts. Guests opinions are their own and not of Make Good Things Happen. Make Good Things Happen, our podcast hosts and distributors are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Our Takeaways From the Annual AusPost eCommerce Report

IN THIS EPISODE OF MAKE GOOD THINGS HAPPEN, ANGELA AND RENÉE DIVE INTO THE LATEST AUSTRALIA POST ECOMMERCE REPORT AND UNPACK WHAT IT REVEALS ABOUT HOW PEOPLE ARE SHOPPING ONLINE RIGHT NOW. FROM SMALLER BASKET SIZES TO RISING PURCHASE FREQUENCY, THEY EXPLORE THE SHIFTING BEHAVIOURS SHAPING CUSTOMER DECISIONS. CW: THIS EPISODE INCLUDES DISCUSSION OF CSA AS IT RELATES TO SOCIAL MEDIA USE WHAT HAPPENS WHEN CONVENIENCE STARTS TO OUTWEIGH EVERYTHING ELSE IN THE BUYING PROCESS? From generational shopping habits to the growing role of delivery expectations, our gals break down what these changes mean for makers selling online. They discuss how customer behaviour is evolving, why understanding your target market is more important than ever, and how small adjustments to your website, checkout and delivery experience can make a real difference. Our ladies also unpack a few key social media stories this week, looking at platform responsibility, privacy changes, and what it might all mean for how we use these tools moving forward. As a Maker in Business, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Head to the MGTH website for show notes, transcripts and links. [https://makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast/] Instagram: @mgth.com.au [https://open.acast.com/networks/66c428c375921252a8148b10/shows/66c42a2e75921252a814ecb4/www.instagram.com/mgth.com.au] Brand artwork by Mel Baxter Moonshine Madness [https://www.moonshinemadness.com.au/] Brand photography by Maja Baska Photography [https://www.majabaska.com/] We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we produce this podcast, that of the Wadawurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present. Content disclaimer: All opinions expressed in this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and are not being shared as facts. Guests opinions are their own and not of Make Good Things Happen. Make Good Things Happen, our podcast hosts and distributors are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.