Could the worldwide rise in authoritarian-populism reflect a backlash to progressive cultural change? What does this mean for multicultural societies that value diversity, equity and social justice? An expert panel discusses the rise of this cultural backlash in public life and the challenges that ensue. Held as part of Sydney Ideas on 19 August 2018: https://sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/sydney-ideas/2018/cultural-conversations-a-cultural-backlash.html