We Need To Talk

Jane Hasler, the host, is a sociologist, mental health professional and mother of eight. Each week, Jane has a discussion with an expert about a particular social issue. The aim of this podcast is to ...more

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December 03, 2021 01:16:28
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Australia's Redemption - Talking with Professor Mark McKenna on an Enshrined Indigenous Voice and a republic

This episode I'm talking with one of Australia's leading historians, Professor Mark McKenna, about why a vital Indigenous Voice to Parliament needs to be...

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November 12, 2021 01:07:59
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The Importance of Living an Examined Life - Talking with Dr. Simon Longstaff on Values, Morals and Ethics

This episode I'm talking with Australia's leading authority on ethics, philosopher Dr. Simon Longstaff. Simon is the executive director of The Ethics Centre which...

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November 01, 2021 00:47:40
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Lifting Fear Amidst Vital Climate Action - Talking with Dr. Amanda Cahill on our 'Next Economy'

This episode I'm talking with Dr. Amanda Cahill, founder of 'The Next Economy' in Australia.  Amanda established this organisation in 2018 after witnessing the...

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October 04, 2021 00:36:40
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Saving Our Planet and Global Community - Talking with Professor Tim Flannery on Climate Action

This week I'm talking with world-renowned scientist, Professor Tim Flannery, on Climate Change, in particular the urgent action Australia needs to take to help...

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September 21, 2021 00:51:01
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Power, humiliated fury and shame - Talking with Jess Hill on Domestic Abuse

Jess Hill is an investigative journalist who is an expert on domestic abuse, in particular coercive control.  Jess is the author of the superbly...

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September 08, 2021 01:02:37
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Living your life 'til death - Talking with Andrew Denton on Voluntary Assisted Dying

For over 30 years, Andrew Denton has entertained Australians as one of our country's leading TV broadcasters and producers. In 2015, Andrew took on...

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