The Conversation Hour
ABC listen
Expect engaging discussions with real people and inspiring stories connecting communities across Victoria, on The Conversation Hour with Richelle Hunt and Jonathon Kendall.
Episodes
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Sep 20, 2024 • 47min
The evolution of prosthetic technology
With every advancement in prosthetic technology, life gets a bit easier for the people using them.
Sep 19, 2024 • 49min
Moving to the country
Recent data has shown people are leaving major cities in large numbers.
Sep 18, 2024 • 48min
What makes a protest effective?
In recent weeks, protesters have drawn both praise and condemnation for the varied tactics employed to bring about change.
Sep 17, 2024 • 48min
How do we make live music more inclusive?
From dealing with venue access, to helping artists feel comfortable on stage, the accessibility in the Australian music industry is still a work in progress.
Sep 16, 2024 • 48min
What's the true potential of job sharing?
In this episode, The Conversation Hour team explores the ways job sharing is empowering workers to find a routine that works for them.
Sep 13, 2024 • 51min
Is cricket facing an identity crisis?
Recent Cricket Australia indicates the code is struggling with player retention in certain age brackets among young players.
Sep 12, 2024 • 51min
Why does being counted in the census matter?
The federal government has drawn criticism for its approach to including questions of gender and sexuality in the 2026 census.
Sep 11, 2024 • 0sec
America debates: Why does it matter to you?
The Conversation Hour team is joined by a panel of experts to break down the key moments.
Sep 10, 2024 • 51min
Victoria's eroding coastline
Recent severe weather has wreaked havoc on Victoria’s coastline, exposing an issue that has been building over decades.
Sep 9, 2024 • 52min
Giving children a voice on family violence
Many children that grew up in a home where domestic homicide occurred experience profound trauma.
