Andrew Lowenthal

Andrew Lowenthal, a journalist and digital activist, dives into the heated discussions surrounding hate speech laws in Australia following the Bondi terror attack. He critiques the backlash against multiculturalism and censorship, particularly regarding the cancellation of pro-Palestinian authors at writers’ festivals. The conversation touches on the paradox of free speech versus cancellation hypocrisy, the role of public funding in artistic expressions, and the risks of radicalization tied to degraded discourse. A thought-provoking exploration of identity and the future of speech in a diverse society!