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Conversations

ABC Australia
Trust
Coercive Control
Mental Health
Jeanne Ryckmans
Pierre Ryckmans
Irish Academic
Emotional Manipulation
Prostate Cancer
Domestic Violence
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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Jane Messer grew up with a loving father who never really understood why as a child his mother left him and his older sister at a boarding school, so she decided to find out the full story and prove that he was in fact, loved.

Her father Michael was... more

Novelist Emma Pei Yin ran away from Hong Kong as a teenager to start fresh in Australia. But she found herself repeatedly drawn back home whenever she put pen to paper.

Emma grew up in England and Hong Kong. But her life in Hong Kong wasn’t so much ... more

Writer Cynthia Banham on discovering the shocking truth about her great-grandmother, reckoning with buried family secrets, and the criticisms mothers face from others and sometimes most harshly, from themselves.

Cynthia Banham grew up hearing the st... more

Toxic people are around us in our workplaces, our families and our dating lives. Research psychologist Leanne ten Brinke is here to tell you how to spot them, and get rid of them from your orbit.

Leanne ten Brinke is a research psychologist whose sp... more

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Recent Guests

Cynthia Banham
Author of Mother Shadow
Author, researcher into Natalina's story - Bologna–Trieste
Episode: 'The century of foundlings'—what Cynthia found when she went looking maternal family secrets
Leanne Ten Brinke
Canadian research psychologist specializing in dark personality types
University of British Columbia
Episode: Spotting the psychopaths, sadists and narcissists in our lives and how to get rid of them
Teddy Tahu Rhodes
Operatic bass-baritone featured on the episode
Opera performances in New Zealand, Australia, and internationally
Episode: Encore: How his ex-wife's hidden letter changed everything for Teddy Tahu Rhodes
Nada Andric
GP at Reverend Bill Crews Clinic; focuses on marginalized patients
Reverend Bill Crews Foundation
Episode: The GP clinic for patients often overlooked by society
Bo Seo
Author, Debater, and Professor of Debate culture
Harvard University (coach) / Author of Good Arguments
Episode: Encore: Bo Seo on good arguments and the power of disagreement
Stephen Grosz
Psychoanalyst and author
Private practice / Author of Love's Labour and The Examined Life
Episode: Exploring loss, love and meaning with psychoanalyst Stephen Grosz
Tanya Heaslip
Author of memoirs including Alice to Prague, An Alice Girl and Beyond Alice
Author
Episode: When the magical worlds of Alice Springs and Prague collided
Rhoda Roberts
Wijabal Wayabal woman of the Bundjalung nation; broadcaster, actress, journalist and cultural leader
Indigenous Australian arts and media
Episode: Encore: Remembering cultural leader and storyteller Rhoda Roberts
Nick Orchard
Former youth homelessness client turned public service leader and burnout coach
Self-identified; worked with Living Music program and Victorian Government
Episode: Burnout and the 'Bureaucrapper' — how Nick went from the edge of homelessness to helping others

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 14.2k ratings
  • Blinded by bias

    I have listened to Conversations for years and although it has gotten progressively more woke over the last few years, I have mostly still enjoyed it, especially the hosts. Richard and Sarah are great. This episode from the Brisbane writers festival was the widest I’ve ever heard. The guest is so incredibly deranged when it comes to Trump that he obviously can’t even bring himself to fact check his claims and assertions about the President. He made so many false claims that I can’t even begin to... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hermy7
    Australiaa month ago
  • John Howard’s toy poodle epiphany

    Once again I have hugely enjoyed your conversation with John Howard Richard. I smiled a lot but also found myself shedding a tear at times thinking of my own bizarre childhood. I loved that he shared so openly his sad life’s story. And so admired him for picking himself up and finding love and himself in a little dog. Keep strong John and don’t loose what you’ve worked so hard for. Thank you Richard for all your and Sarah’s interesting topics so well conversed with interesting people and topics.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pippasqeakie
    South Africaa month ago
  • Just the best

    Varied, interesting guests. Thought provoking. I listen and re listen. As a recent convert I’m loving going through the back catalogue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elizabeth aya
    United Kingdom2 months ago
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    Podcast Addict
    4
    JohnAS
    3 months 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
    Australia3 months ago

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Some feedback indicates a mix of nostalgia for previous episodes and a desire for new content, reflecting a loyal yet sometimes critical audience.
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Listeners value the depth of storytelling and interviews, emphasizing the engaging nature of discussions and the relatability of guests' personal journeys.

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The GP clinic for patients often overlooked by society
Q: What makes your clinic different from a standard GP practice?
The clinic is integrated with social work, housing assistance, and other services, and emphasizes time with patients to understand broader needs beyond immediate medical issues.
The GP clinic for patients often overlooked by society
Q: How does housing affect health for your patients?
Stable housing is foundational; without a safe place to live, medical conditions and treatment adherence become nearly impossible to manage.
The GP clinic for patients often overlooked by society
Q: Tell me about one of your patients, Frances, and how you communicated with her given language barriers.
Frances was homeless with limited English; the team used interpreters, addressed immediate needs like temporary accommodation, and began services to stabilize her housing and health.
'The century of foundlings'—what Cynthia found when she went looking maternal family secrets
Q: How did the discovery of the Book of Secret Baptisms change the story?
It revealed how the church used baptism records as a safeguard for infants who might die without baptism and showed the depth of control over the fates of foundlings and their mothers.
'The century of foundlings'—what Cynthia found when she went looking maternal family secrets
Q: What did you learn about the foundling home system and the role of midwives?
Foundling homes hid mothers' identities, relied on midwives who were both carers and state/c church agents, and used mechanisms like the foundling wheel to keep mothers anonymous, reflecting a societal urge to suppress unwed motherhood.

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

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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1. All In The Mind
2. No One Saw It Coming
3. No Filter
4. Life Matters - Full program podcast
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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. Cynthia Banham
2. Leanne Ten Brinke
3. Teddy Tahu Rhodes
4. Nada Andric
5. Bo Seo
6. Stephen Grosz
7. Tanya Heaslip
8. Rhoda Roberts

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