Episodios

  • The disruptor gets disrupted
    Apr 13 2025

    TW: Please note this episode discusses the sensitive topic of miscarriage


    Angela and Renee seem to be obsessed with returns policies, but get on with some sensitive topics and enchanting stories.


    • Shit Customer Service - In a climate crisis, why is it acceptable practice to throw returned items in the bin?;
    • Making Good Things Happen - Rachel Burke's "Thanks For Nothing" exhibition and it's emotionally driven subject matter, and how chipping away at your artwork can be a healing process;
    • Gruen LITE - Boss Burger disrupts the disruptor using sneaky advertising on their packaging through a third party delivery service;
    • This Week I... Angela recommends The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart, the rich and enchanting series based on the novel by Holly Ringland


    Instagram: @mgth.com.au

    Brand artwork by Mel Baxter Moonshine Madness

    Brand photography by Maja Baska Photography


    We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we produce this podcast, that of the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and emerging.


    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.


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    27 m
  • The point of no returns policies
    Apr 6 2025
    Make Good Things Happen


    Angela and Renee get into some nitty gritty in S1E6 of Make Good Things Happen.


    • This Week I... starting on the segment they usually end on but Renee was so keen she had to talk about Netflix's Apple Cider Vinegar;
    • From Scroll To Cart... an extended segment on returns policies, potties, uber eats and what happens when you eat someone else's nachos (spoiler alert: nothing);
    • Making Headlines... ADC announces a boutique season of makers markets and Variety Hour turns 10



    Instagram: @mgth.com.au

    Brand artwork by Mel Baxter Moonshine Madness

    Brand photography by Maja Baska Photography


    We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we produce this podcast, that of the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and emerging.



    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 for more information.

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    27 m
  • Did you drive to that big night out?
    Mar 30 2025

    Angela and Renee kick off into the discussion immediately in S1E5 of Make Good Things Happen.


    Segments this episode include:


    • Gruen LITE - Angela introduces Renee to Didi Tow and the ad campaign that questions the ethical choice of using drink driving in advertising;
    • From Scroll to Cart - Our gals chat about the legalities of online reviews and testimonials with a little advice on customer service along the way;
    • Making Headlines - the topic of energy and water consumption around AI and how human can it really get with an example from Hank Azaria and the New York Times;
    • This Week I... Renee is proud of her achievement in releasing a new content engagement newsletter for members of Make Good Things Happen


    Website: https://www.makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast

    Instagram @mgth.com.au


    We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we live and work on, that of the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and emerging.



    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.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    29 m
  • Curating a Unicorn
    Mar 23 2025

    Angela and Renee have a chat about what they're up to on this episode of Make Good Things Happen.


    Segments this episode include:


    • Events Breakdown - Goodies hear how opening night went for Angela at The Unicorn Collection, a new Ballarat Evolve initiative;
    • Gruen LITE - Renee wants to talk about dynamic pricing, Angela drags it into a chat about auctions while Renee continues to ponder the ethical choices and impacts;
    • Making News - the new Doodad and Fandango product line revealed, a collaboration between Erstwilder and Kat Sabbath that we didn't know we needed, the internet's still not happy even tho Canva redacted the price rise;
    • This Week I.. - our ladies discuss Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin.


    Website: https://www.makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast

    Instagram @mgth.com.au


    We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we live and work on, that of the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and emerging.





    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.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    30 m
  • How Chat GPT can revolutionise family meal plans
    Mar 16 2025

    Angela and Renee deal with some sound quality issues but dive into the chat on this episode of Make Good Things Happen.


    • Making Headlines - Listeners get the latest industry news about Doodad and Fandango and Mustard Made;
    • Making Good things Happen - Megan McKean's non-digital and cute project progress chart;
    • Making History - Renee shares what she learned on her biggest (and we mean biggest) illustration commission project for a food and wine festival;
    • This Week I - Renee provides an introduction into how Chat GPT can revolutionise your family meal planning

    Website: https://www.makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast

    Instagram @mgth.com.au


    We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we live and work on, that of the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and emerging.



    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.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    23 m
  • Are you a digital vigilante?
    Mar 9 2025

    Angela and Renee delve further into the world of podcasting with Make Good Things Happen.


    Season 1 Episode 2 : Are you a digital vigilante?


    • Shit Customer Service - The story of the rental that required owners strict conditions, where occupants had to provide maintenance, couldn't leave at certain times due to the child care centre below for the $900 / week and the internet responded with "digital vigilantism",
    • From Scroll To Cart - Renee talks about a less than optimal abandoned cart experience and why getting it right matters
    • The new Gruen LITE segment sees Angela waxing lyrical about Creative Review's discussion of the PayPal rebrand, the Venmo colours and the accessible and enjoyable mobile experience of the article itself
    • This Week I - Angela gives props to Guy Montgomery's Guy Mont Spelling Bee and the episode ends abruptly but that's OK we're still learning

    Website: https://www.makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast

    Instagram @mgth.com.au



    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.
    We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we live and work on, that of the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and emerging.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    27 m
  • Do you know what $8 feels like?
    Mar 2 2025

    Angela and Renee discover the world of podcasting and launch Make Good Things Happen.


    Season 1 Episode 1 : What does $8 feel like?


    Making History (Random Stories from Projects Past) - How a twin set clearance became a job at Garage Sale Trail;


    Gruen LITE - Discussing KMart's "What does $8 feel like?" campaign;


    Making Headlines - The internet's predictable reaction to the Canva Teams plan price rise;


    This Week I... - Renee shares the show that made her cry every episode




    Website: https://www.makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast

    Instagram @mgth.com.au




    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.
    We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we live and work on, that of the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People, as well as the Gayamaygal and Garigal people. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    25 m
  • Trailer
    Feb 15 2025

    Join Angela D'Alton and Renée Baker of Make Good Things Happen, a podcast for makers in business.


    A uniquely Australian podcast where two experts who have both been working amongst artists, crafters, designers and makers in a business context for almost 20 years.


    They'll share their thoughts, their ideas and their opinions on a range of topics, divided into easy to digest segments such as:


    From Scroll To Cart - where they'll talk about the journey from social media and it's connection to ecommerce websites, user experience and everything in between;


    Shit Customer Service - basically what it says on the packet;


    Gruen LITE - what we're seeing in advertising campaigns, public relations activities and all things communications in a thinly-veiled attempt at getting the attention of our most beloved TV program;


    Maker in Focus - case studies and interviews where we talk about makers in business that you should know about;


    Making History (Random Stories from Projects Past) - gossip, tidbits, funny stories and more from our portfolio of experience in the creative community;


    Making Headlines - news and community announcements that matter to you so you can stay informed in what's happening;


    Making Good Things Happen - a lovely, fun, nice, productive or sweet story we want to share;


    This Week I - something we learned, watched, read, listened to or worked on;


    Want to learn more?


    Head to our website to find educational resources, downloads, videos and community from Make Good Things Happen https://www.makegoodthingshappen.com.au/podcast


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