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Conversations

ABC
Trust
Coercive Control
Mental Health
Pierre Ryckmans
Jeanne Ryckmans
Emotional Manipulation
Prostate Cancer
Domestic Violence
Irish Academic
China
Canberra
Hormonal Therapy
Guilty Feminist
Christianity
Voluntary Assisted Dying
Brisbane
Trent Dalton
Women’s Health
Psychiatry
Brigitte Muir

Conversations draws you deeper into the life story of someone you may have heard about, but never met. Journey into their world, joining them on epic adventures to unfamiliar places, back in time to wild moments of history, and into their deepest memories, to be moved by personal stories of resilience and redemption. Hosted by Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski, Conversations is the ABC's most popu... more

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In the 1990s, Glenn Jarvis was living in London working for a very powerful American corporation called Enron. He was under a huge amount of stress at work, when his mental health began to spiral downwards.

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The former Kings Cross street kid on his time in prison, recovering from an alcohol-induced brain injury, the puppy called Sunny who showed him what love is and how buying car parking spaces set him up for the rest of his life.

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Kate McClymont is chief investigative reporter for The Sydney Morning Herald, she has won 10 Walkley Awards for her work on some of the biggest crime and corruption cases in NSW.

She grew up on a farm in NSW, and during university, funded her start ... more

For years, Brendan Cullen was known around Broken Hill as the happy man who ran thousands of ewes across tens of thousands of hectares with a smile. What they didn't see was the guy crying in a room by himself, drinking himself stupid, thinking he wa... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Tan
Chef, author and cooking teacher
Episode: A boy called Little Chilli — how flavour and migration led to unexpected love
Andrew Leigh
Member of parliament, federal government minister, and former professor of economics
Australian Government
Episode: A short history of the innovations that have shaped human progress
Gillian Welch
Acclaimed singer-songwriter known for her distinctive blend of folk, bluegrass, and country music.
Episode: Gillian Welch, David Rawlings, an indestructible Nashville studio and the DNA of folk music
David Rawlings
Musician and producer, known for his work with Gillian Welch and for his contribution to the folk music scene.
Episode: Gillian Welch, David Rawlings, an indestructible Nashville studio and the DNA of folk music
Dan Richards
Writer and broadcaster based in Scotland, author of 'Overnight: Journeys, Conversations and Stories After Dark.'
Episode: There is magic to be found when the world goes dark
Eamon Evans
Melbourne-based writer and philosopher
Episode: You're not alone or broken—the pursuit of happiness is making us miserable
Stephen Hopper
Professor of Biodiversity at the University of Western Australia and author of Eucalyptus.
University of Western Australia
Episode: A man, his gum trees, and his 'second education'
Zadie Smith
Award-winning author and essayist known for her novels and essays exploring race, identity, and culture.
Author of 'Dead and Alive'
Episode: Zadie Smith on 'being on the side of life' at 50
George Williams
Vice Chancellor and President of Western Sydney University, respected constitutional law academic
Western Sydney University
Episode: How I went from young delinquent to running a university

Hosts

Richard Fidler
Host known for his engaging and insightful interview style, drawing out deep narratives from his guests.
Sarah Kanowski
Co-host recognized for her warm and thoughtful approach in leading conversations with diverse guests.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 14.1k ratings
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    Podcast Addict
    4
    JohnAS
    a month ago
  • Love Coversations!

    Always love Richard and have listened to this show for many years.

    My only other comment is that I wish he would stop using the term ‘sir’ for many of his male guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kellyblom1
    Australiaa month ago
  • Super slanted take on many issues

    Podcast Addict
    2
    mimibob
    3 months ago
  • Richard Fidler

    Fidler’s conversations are informative, interesting and often intriguing. His ability to divine heart felt responses from his guests highlights his ability to engage and listen. Well with the 30 minutes for those who want that bit more from their podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    harlzk
    Australia4 months ago
  • Great to listen to

    🤌🤌🤌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HasaZgoaT
    Australia4 months ago

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Encore: The spiked chair which began conductor Umberto Clerici's life in music
Q: What brought you from Italy to Australia?
Curiosity and a lot of friends around me were talking about Australia as a place for artistic exploration.
Encore: The spiked chair which began conductor Umberto Clerici's life in music
Q: What was your experience like using the Suzuki Method with your mother?
My mother never played an instrument, so she had to learn a little bit of the instrument to help me imitate her during lessons.
Encore: The spiked chair which began conductor Umberto Clerici's life in music
Q: What was it that grabbed you about playing music?
What I still love on stage is that moment when time stays still and nobody can really bother you.
From child preacher to wicked defector — leaving the Jehovah’s Witnesses
Q: Are there aspects of being a Jehovah's Witness that you miss?
Naomi expresses that she misses the certainty of the belief system but also recognizes the simplicity it brought, along with the relationships formed within that community.
From child preacher to wicked defector — leaving the Jehovah’s Witnesses
Q: What was the goodbye at Sydney Airport like?
Naomi recounts her family showing up at the airport, acknowledging that it felt like attending her own funeral, as they realized she was not coming back.

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This podcast presents in-depth conversations with a diverse array of individuals, capturing their life stories and experiences. Topics explored often reflect themes of resilience, cultural identity, and personal transformation. The hosts guide listeners through thought-provoking discussions that span across history, science, and the arts, emphasizing the human experience through rich storytelling. Noteworthy episodes feature personal journeys that highlight the intersections of grief, happiness, and societal issues, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in personal narratives and the complexities of human life.

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Conversations launched 20 years ago and published 2900 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Conversations include:

1. Tony Tan
2. Andrew Leigh
3. Gillian Welch
4. David Rawlings
5. Dan Richards
6. Eamon Evans
7. Stephen Hopper
8. Zadie Smith

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