{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"BLXCK INK Podcast","title":"#180 - Gabi Ghasseb - Mayor Elect","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/6cc1aaf0\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":7630,"description":"Gabi Ghasseb is a Bunbury City councillor, long-time local, and mayoral candidate in the 2025 Bunbury City Council elections. Born in Lebanon to Lebanese and Syrian parents, Gabi migrated to Australia at age 7 and has lived in Bunbury ever since. He has a background in business and community service, and is known for his strong empathy, grassroots engagement, and commitment to making Bunbury a thriving regional city. A man of faith and family, Gabi brings both lived experience and vision to his campaign.\nTopics Covered\nGabi’s migrant upbringing and family story\nWhy he feels called to public service\nLessons from Lebanon and the value of democracy\nThe underdog mentality in politics\nBunbury’s “youth drain” and need for tertiary options\nOpportunities for Bunbury to become WA’s regional capital\nHousing, rates, and homelessness challenges\nTechnology, AI, and the future of community\nFaith, forgiveness, and leadership values\nEmpathy as strength and weakness in politics\nAddressing criticism and misconceptions\nWhy diversity in council matters\nAnd for all of your uniform needs,\n Check out our uniform supply & print shop here!\n 🌐 www.outfitco.com.au\nDisclaimer:\nThe BLXCK INK Podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. Views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of affiliated individuals or organisations.\nStories shared on this podcast may contain fictional elements or be embellished for creative effect. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental unless explicitly stated.\nThis podcast is not intended to provide professional advice. Listener discretion is advised.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/5Y08eC8Ij25XhKdKiKvJsiOteOZTwcx1VwWdhryitDQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kZDIx/NTY3MjRlYmIzNzgy/YTRiNWRiYjMzYTc1/MjVhMS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}