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Conversations

ABC Australia
Australia
Mental Health
Family Dynamics
Family
Domestic Violence
Education
World War II
Queensland
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Brisbane
Sydney
Pacific Ocean
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Tanzania
Death
Grief
Democracy
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Borneo
Summer

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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Latest Episodes

Molly's niche career began over a decade ago when she entered a whistling competition on a whim and she now performs all over the world.

Her music sits somewhere between birdsong and the soundtrack to a film noir.

Born in Sydney, Molly moved to Ho... more

Marele Day is a novelist, but as a young woman looking for adventure, she hitchhiked on a catamaran sailing from Darwin to Sri Lanka.

The skipper was a Frenchman, named Jean Day, who revealed on board that he had once done jail time for hijacking a ... more

Clinical psychologist and men's mental health researcher Zac Seidler on how boys are being fed increasingly inflammatory content online, and what men can do IRL to offer a version of masculinity that is healthy and vulnerable, instead of hard and dan... more

The former Australian of the Year and pioneering cancer researcher, died from brain cancer on Sunday evening.

Richard was a world-leading melanoma pathologist and cancer researcher.

After his own aggressive brain cancer was diagnosed in 2023, Richa... more

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Recent Guests

Hiroko Yoda
Translator, folklorist, and author of Eight Million Ways to Happiness
Self-, on book Eight Million Ways to Happiness
Episode: How Japanese spirituality can help make everyday life more beautiful
Dan Rankine
Naringeri man, hip-hop artist known as Trials
Hip-hop artist, Trials
Episode: Hip Hop, home, and humanity—'trials' on reckoning with his origin story
Brooke Boney
Gamilaroi woman, journalist, and Oxford scholar
ABC
Episode: Brooke Boney quit her ideal job to pursue her secret dream
Noni Hazlehurst
Australian actress and memoirist, notable playschool presenter and film/TV actress
Various Australian productions
Episode: Encore: Australia's TV mum Noni Hazlehurst on her life on stage and screen
Ed Coper
Political advisor and communications consultant
Former adviser to ALP and Get Up
Episode: 'Angertainment', algorithms and the online outrage industry
Luke Bateman
Former NRL player and fantasy author in recovery
Canberra Raiders, NRL; aspiring author
Episode: Luke Bateman on surviving a gambling addiction and the magic of his mum’s love
Jimmy Wales
Founder of Wikipedia, author of The Seven Rules of Trust
Wikipedia
Episode: Jimmy Wales says it is possible to have a collaborative, trusting world online
Patrick Radden Keefe
Staff writer at The New Yorker and bestselling author
The New Yorker
Episode: Patrick Radden Keefe digs into the mysterious death of a man posing as a Russian oligarch's son
Alain de Botton
Philosopher and author
Author of The Course of Love
Episode: Special Collection: Alain de Botton on the true hardwork of love and relationships

Hosts

Sarah Kanowski
Co-host of Conversations
Richard Fidler
Host of Conversations

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 14.3k ratings
  • Quit!

    No way ur better then mama Mia out loud sooo um send some bad eps

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    I rilly don’t care 🥱🖤
    Australia5 days ago
  • Richard

    Richard has a way with people, he is warm and empathetic. It is clear he has done his background work before he speaks to people. He is a pleasure to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whets1974
    Australia14 days ago
  • So much random knowledge to gain

    I love these amazing people & their stories/knowledge. Highlight of my week listening to one of the conversations:)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bellasie
    Australia23 days ago
  • One of my favourites

    This is one of my favourite podcasts. Love LOVE Richard and Sarah. Such curious, thoughtful interviewers, and the guests are always unexpected and interesting. I also find the voices so soothing. Thank you for continuing to create this gift!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rememberzelight
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best Aussie podcast

    So grateful for this great Australian production. We need more Aussie stories/content in every corner of media. Richard is the best interviewer we have. Please keep going forever!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Knickersisnotadirtyword
    Australiaa month ago

Listeners Say

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Guests are varied and cover a wide range of topics, keeping the content fresh.
The show is seen as a trusted source of Australian storytelling with global relevance.
Audio quality can occasionally be uneven, but the interviewing remains strong.
Listeners appreciate the depth and humanity of conversations with both well-known and lesser-known guests.
Hosts are praised for insightful, thoughtful interviews and strong storytelling.

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How Japanese spirituality can help make everyday life more beautiful
Q: How did personal tragedy influence her engagement with these traditions?
The loss of her mother pushed her to seek meaning and solace in nature and ritual, transforming grief into a pathway to deeper spiritual practice and understanding rather than withdrawal.
How Japanese spirituality can help make everyday life more beautiful
Q: How should a person approach a Shinto shrine?
Respectfully wash hands, approach the main building, offer coins as an offering, and bow, clap, then bow again in a brief, but meaningful moment that serves as a space to pause in a busy life and connect with the surrounding sacred ground.
'Angertainment', algorithms and the online outrage industry
Q: What mechanisms drive the attention economy and why are negative emotions so rewarded by algorithms?
Algorithms map to human emotions and reward engagement; anger and outrage drive more clicks and comments, creating a feedback loop where extreme content dominates, which then shapes political and cultural discourse.
'Angertainment', algorithms and the online outrage industry
Q: Tell me about how the Cracker Barrel logo controversy unfolded and why it mattered.
The logo change was weaponized by online communities and right-leaning media to claim a woke takeover, leading to massive online backlash, corporate capitulation, and a significant drop in market value, illustrating how outrage can influence corporate decisions and investor perceptions.
Encore: Australia's TV mum Noni Hazlehurst on her life on stage and screen
Q: Your first big TV role was Emergency Line while you were a drama student—what was that experience like, and how did it shape your early career?
The role exposed her to television production and gave her a taste of on-camera presence, helping her confront the camera and begin building confidence for future acting work.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Conversations

What is Conversations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form, narrative-driven interviews cover a broad swath of human experience, spanning art, history, science, sport, and personal resilience. Conversations centers on intimate life stories, creative journeys, and the real-world implications of big ideas, often blending memoir, scholarship, and cultural critique. Episodes frequently feature notable Australian and international guests, with hosts guiding heartfelt conversations that emphasize curiosity, empathy, and human relevance. A standout trait is the show's ability to surface unexpected personal angles—whether a judge who secretly writes music, a nurse-turned-filmmaker, or artists exploring identity—making it a compelling pick for listeners who enjoy thoughtful storytelling and cross-... more

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1. All In The Mind
2. No One Saw It Coming
3. No Filter
4. Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Recent guests on Conversations include:

1. Hiroko Yoda
2. Dan Rankine
3. Brooke Boney
4. Noni Hazlehurst
5. Ed Coper
6. Luke Bateman
7. Jimmy Wales
8. Patrick Radden Keefe

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