Ideas at the House

Taking a telescope to the night sky and a critical eye to our past, astrophysicist Jo Dunkley explores the universe while unearthing a line of stellar female astronomers who ran the risk of being consigned to the black hole of history. Hosted by Rae Johnston. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thousands of women emigrated to Syria to create an Islamic state. Why? Join Pulitzer nominated journalist, Azadeh Moaveni, as she dissects the stereotype of the ISIS bride. Hosted by Jacqueline Maley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join powerhouses Clementine Ford and Flex Mami, both of whom found the courage to call out injustice, and be inspired to find your own voice.   Hosted by Edwina Throsby  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join this inspiring survivor for a triumphant account of how one brave voice can begin to change the system.   Hosted by Edwina Throsby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Governments across the globe are cracking down on press freedom. Get to know the courageous journalists who are sacrificing everything to tell the truth. Recorded at Antidote 2019 this episode features Maria Ressa, Lina Attalah, Irina Borogan, Steve Coll and is hosted Peter Greste. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a fair society, everybody has what they need - but prejudice against people with disabilities creates barriers to economic independence. Join this necessary panel to learn about what needs to change.  Recorded at Antidote 2019 this episode features Damian Griffis, Samantha Connor, Bruce Bonyhady and is hosted by Jackie Leach Scully. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Africa is home to vibrant film industries, local talk shows, and a digitally-obsessed population. But what are the challenges journalists face when the government is controlling? And how can independent media be protected? Recorded at Antidote 2019 this episode features Mausi Segun, Catherine Gicheru, Prue Clarke and is hosted by Elaine Pearson.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Justice is regarded as fundamental to civilised society, but ideas around what is fair and just reflect the values of a culture. Is it possible to reach a universal understanding of justice? And  if it is, what happens when that justice fails? Recorded at ANTIDOTE 2019 this episode features Kimberley Motley, Melissa Lucashenko, Peta Blood and is hosted by Larissa Behrendt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Habiburahman has encountered torture, detention and statelessness. This moving session is a testimonial to the strength of human spirit, and a look at some truths behind the global refugee crisis. Hosted by Olivia Rousset.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Session 2: Future Thinking As the scale of the loss and devastation continues to mount, our communities have pulled together, and our politics and policies have been called into question. But the biggest question of all is, what do we do now? Is this a turning point in our nation's history? Hosted by Lenore Taylor, editor of The Guardian Australia with Oliver Costello, John Connor, David Bowman, Danielle Celermajer and Lenore Taylor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.