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Observations in a public bar (Why I love the pub)

Observations in a public bar (Why I love the pub)

by Jacob Joseph | Feb 4, 2017 | Featured, My take on.., Residents

I find the pub a venue not to meet people, but rather listen in on the conversations of others. In fact, within the pub setting are various fragile ecosystems.

TBS Travelogue: Bi-lingual Colombia shows heart for change

TBS Travelogue: Bi-lingual Colombia shows heart for change

by Jacob Joseph | Jul 25, 2015 | Featured, Lifestyle, TBS Travel

Currently English in Colombia, Jacob Joseph witnesses a very different country from its dark past and hopes for continued change; despite the looming spectre of the FARC/Government cease-fire.

I lied to a doctor so I could buy weed in L.A.

I lied to a doctor so I could buy weed in L.A.

by Jacob Joseph | Jun 16, 2015 | My take on.., Residents

TBS emissary Jacob Joseph travels to California to witness the workings of the legalised weed industry.

Alzheimer’s: Letting go of life

Alzheimer’s: Letting go of life

by Jacob Joseph | Mar 11, 2015 | Featured, The Big Smoke Arena

Jacob Joseph shares his personal experience of caring for a relative with Alzheimer’s and warns of the emotional challenges we’re likely to face as the rate of diagnosis increases.

Film Preview: Frackman

Film Preview: Frackman

by Jacob Joseph | Mar 10, 2015 | Featured, TBS Society

Attending an exclusive screening of Frackman, Jacob Joseph lauds a film light on science but full of heart, character and desire to show the human and environmental impact of CSG fracking.

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