
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
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2900 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureRelationships | |||

Charles Lomu on being privileged to see love in action in his grandparents, how a spiral into grief and anger led him to periodic detention, and how cutting hair today helps him steer young men away from a dark path (R).
When Charles was born, he w... more
Benjamin Gilmour describes the hectic work of saving lives, and what it's like to bring people back from the brink of suicide. (R)
Ben was been a paramedic for twenty six years and was based in inner Sydney for more than a decade.
A regular working... more
When Anna Ferguson was a little girl she was badly hurt in a roller coaster accident. Although she made a full physical recovery, emotionally everything was different, and for many years she couldn't understand why she remained either angry or numb. more
Military strategist Jennifer Parker on the story behind the biggest disruption to oil supplies in world history, happening now in the Strait of Hormuz.
The narrow waterway in the Persian Gulf has a particular geographical importance to the world, as... more
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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
Varied, interesting guests. Thought provoking. I listen and re listen. As a recent convert I’m loving going through the back catalogue.
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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.
Super slanted take on many issues
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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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Recent guests on Conversations include:
1. Jennifer Parker
2. Jenny Briscoe-Hough
3. Margie Warrell
4. Drusilla Modjeska
5. M. Gessen
6. Colin Hay
7. Megan Gilmour
8. Kate Legge
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