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A Podcast of One's Own with Julia Gillard

A Podcast of One's Own with Julia Gillard
Gender Equality
Australia
The Wren, the Wren
Women's Leadership
The Book Of Guilt
Catherine Chidgey
Anne Enright
Women In Politics
Feminism
Education
U.S. Presidential Election
Motherhood
Domestic Violence
Literature
Cloning
Dystopian Fiction
Activism
Donald Trump
Reproductive Rights
Swing States

Julia Gillard, the only woman to have served as Prime Minister of Australia sits down for insightful, moving and thought-provoking conversations with some of the most interesting people from around the world working to advance gender equality – whether that's by actively dismantling gender-based barriers, or by being inspirational trailblazers in their field. We'll bring you stories from the world... more

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In this month’s episode of Julia’s Book Club, Julia Gillard and Sarah Holland-Batt discuss a truly iconic novel that became a cultural phenomenon, The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood.

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In a special live recording from the 2026 Women Deliver conference in Melbourne, Julia Gillard interviews Australia’s eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman-Grant. 

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Recent Guests

Sophie Gee
Co-host of The Secret Life of Books, literary podcaster
The Secret Life of Books (co-host)
Episode: Julia Gillard and Sophie Gee on the love of books
Julie Inman-Grant
Australia's eSafety Commissioner
Australian government / eSafety Office
Episode: Julia Gillard and Julie Inman-Grant: A Podcast of One's Own Live
Julia Gillard
Former Prime Minister of Australia and women's rights campaigner
Global Institute for Women's Leadership (GIWL)
Episode: Julia Gillard and Thangam Debbonaire live at Hay Festival
Thangam Debbonaire
Politician, cultural strategist and CEO of UK Opera Association
UK Parliament; UK Opera Association
Episode: Julia Gillard and Thangam Debbonaire live at Hay Festival
Akec Makur Chuot
First African woman drafted into AFLW; refugee background and advocate
AFLW player (retired), Plan International Australia ambassador, UNHCR ambassador
Episode: Akec Makur Chuot on making history as the first African woman in the AFLW
Florence Knapp
British author, debut novelist of The Names
Author
Episode: Julia's Book Club - The Names
Caitlin Moran
Guest discussing her work and the research findings, author of What About Men
Author and commentator
Episode: Julia Gillard and Caitlin Moran: an International Women's Day conversation live in London
Suzie Miller
Playwright focused on social change through theatre
Playwright (Prima Facie, Inter Alia)
Episode: Suzie Miller on theatre as a force for social change
Bridget Phillipson
UK's Minister for Women and Equalities and Secretary of State for Education
UK Government
Episode: Julia Gillard and Bridget Phillipson live at the Global Institute for Women's Leadership

Hosts

Julia Gillard
Former Prime Minister and founder of GIWL; host of this show.
Sarah Holland-Batt
Co-host; author, critic, and academic.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Always Compelling Listening

    Thank you for your work podcast-wise and otherwise. Thought-provoking, revealing, inspiring with a generous splash of humour and hope.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shelli P
    Australia2 months ago
  • Sanitised discussion

    Was a fan until the discussion around UNHCR and refugees… and not once was Gaza and what’s happening to Palestinians was mentioned.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    xyz_mynamewastaken
    Australiaa year ago
  • I’m late to this party

    Insightful, refreshing, intelligent, warm and human. Thank you x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanMMF
    Australiaa year ago
  • Strength in kindness and Leadership

    How fortunate to hear two former Prime Ministers who were articulate and got the job done with an underlying tone of kindness and social justice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amoloch007
    Australiaa year ago
  • Always interesting

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JaneR
    a year ago

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Hosts maintain a warm, intelligent tone and feature diverse perspectives on gender equality and leadership.
Thoughtful and insightful conversations with inspiring leaders.
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Julia Gillard and Sophie Gee on the love of books
Q: What drew you to chair major literary prizes, and how does that connect with your political leadership experience?
She explains transferable skills like diplomacy, consensus-building, and sustaining focus on purpose, which helped in both politics and prize administration.
Julia Gillard and Sophie Gee on the love of books
Q: Tell us about your early relationship with books and which childhood reads shaped you.
Julia discusses growing up with Australian classics, Dylan Thomas, and Nancy Drew, highlighting how libraries and family reading shaped her love of literature.
Akec Makur Chuot on making history as the first African woman in the AFLW
Q: Can you walk us through the moment you were drafted and what that meant for you personally and for other girls watching you?
Seeing my name on the screen, despite the announcer botching it, felt like a validation of years of hard work and a signal that representation mattered for future generations of African and migrant girls in Australia.
Suzie Miller on theatre as a force for social change
Q: How did Prima Facie come to be and what was the origin moment for the play?
Suzie explains that the core inspiration came from a feminist critique of jurisprudence she encountered in university, the realization that law often fails victims, and the need to tell individual stories on stage to reveal systemic issues, which then crystallized into a one-woman show that could travel and resonate internationally.
Catherine & Naomi on job sharing & diversity in national security
Q: Can you talk to me about what motivated you?
Naomi explains that as you get older, you realize that things are more complicated than they seem, and working in national security allows you to bring your personal values into your work.

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2. Julie Inman-Grant
3. Julia Gillard
4. Thangam Debbonaire
5. Akec Makur Chuot
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