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This podcast features speeches and conversations with Andrew Leigh, the federal member for Fenner in the Australian Parliament. Andrew is an economist, author and triathlete. His website is andrewleigh.com. Authorised by Andrew Leigh MP, Gungahlin Place, Gungahlin ACT 2912.

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On 21 May 2026, I delivered the Giblin Lecture, hosted by the University of Tasmania and the Economic Society of Australia Tasmania, on “The Economics of Human Extinction”.

An extended version of the talk is available at www.andrewleigh.com/... more

On 18 May 2026, I gave the opening keynote to the 18th annual Agile Australia conference at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

You can read it here: ministers.treasury.gov.au/ministers/andrew-leigh-2025/speeches/address-18th-annual-agile-australi... more

On 15 May 2026, I addressed the Chifley Institute’s Prosperity With Purpose forum on the topic “The Diffusion Dividend”.

The text (a slightly longer version) is here: ministers.treasury.gov.au/ministers/andrew-leigh-2025/speeches/address-chi... more

On 6 May 2026, I spoke at a Deakin University event on AI for small business.

The full speech is available at ministers.treasury.gov.au/ministers/andrew-leigh-2025/speeches/address-ai-practice-turning-hype-measurable-sme-impact-panel

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Thoughtful podcasts

    Thoughtful interviews that allow you to hear terrific topics without the interviewer interrupting the speaker too often.

    The podcasts have a natural flow and I enjoy them immensely. Thanks Andrew!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Paul DR
    Australia9 years ago
  • Very Intelligent Man

    Andrew is one of the brightest men in the Australian Parliament

    He will be Prime Minister one day soon

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    5
    Fredriche
    Australia10 years ago

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The Shortest Histories of Everything: Andrew Ford and Andrew Leigh in conversation
Q: What is the most surprising thing you learned while writing about the 5,000 years of music?
The persistence of smaller, domestic musical practices alongside grand compositions shows that music exists at every scale, from cradle songs to symphonies, and that cultural transmission is often homespun yet globally influential.
The Shortest Histories of Everything: Andrew Ford and Andrew Leigh in conversation
Q: Looking 50 years ahead, how might listening and the role of AI in music evolve?
Humans may become better listeners and connect more through live music while AI assists with production; authenticity will be increasingly discerned by listeners, and the live experience may regain communal importance.
The Shortest Histories of Everything: Andrew Ford and Andrew Leigh in conversation
Q: When music becomes big business, does it enhance creativity or undermine the garage origins you described?
There are trade-offs: more funds can enable ambitious projects, but commercialization can push artists toward shorter, more marketable formats; the healthiest outcome blends independent creation with broader distribution.
The Shortest Histories of Everything: Andrew Ford and Andrew Leigh in conversation
Q: Do technological changes in music democratize the art form or just shift gatekeepers to new players?
Technology has both democratized access and created new gatekeepers; the net effect can be both broader participation and new forms of control depending on platforms and monetization structures.
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Q: In your book, world events shape economics and economics shape world events. Have those events been cultural or artistic?
Yes—moments like punk's rise amid poor labor markets or hip-hop's emergence from limited opportunities show how culture and economy reciprocally shape each other.

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This podcast features insightful speeches and conversations focused on pressing issues in Australian society, economy, and politics. With topics ranging from economic reform to equality and community empowerment, the discussions navigate the complexities of modern governance, showcasing the significance of cooperation and fairness in building a sustainable economy. The engaging format highlights personal stories and historical anecdotes that enrich the dialogue, while the host's background in economics and public service adds depth to the discussions.

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