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Good Weekend Talks features in-depth conversations with the people fascinating Australians right now, from sport to politics to the arts, business and beyond, interviewed weekly by the country's top journalists. Consider it a magazine for your ears.

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There's a profound grief associated with not having kids if you really wanted them, one that's rarely acknowledged, even less understood. But there's also an unexpected joy when you come out the other side. In today's conversation, Good Weekend senio... more

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Recent Guests

Katrina Strickland
Senior writer and author of the Good Weekend piece on unintentionally childless
Good Weekend
Episode: What childless Gen Xer Katrina Strickland wants those stuck in today's baby-making vortex to know
Shaun Micallef
Australian comedian, writer, and documentary subject
Independent; works referenced in episode
Episode: From two-up to bingo halls and gaming apps – Shaun Micallef on our gambling obsession
Ed Coper
Communications expert and author of Angertainment, How Social Media Ruined Everything
Author, Angertainment
Episode: 'Angertainers' are dividing society: Author Ed Coper explains why we fall for 'rage bait'
Bob Brown
Environmental crusader, former senator, founder of the Wilderness Society
Environmental Heartland / Tasmanian forestry activism
Episode: 300th episode: Bob Brown on finding optimism – live at the Melbourne Writers Festival
Christie Whelan Browne
Australian stage actress known for Britneys Spears cabaret and theatre work
Australian theatre
Episode: ‘Even today, the cost continues’: Christie Whelan Browne on speaking out
Fran Lebowitz
Public intellectual known for acerbic social commentary and wit
Independent writer and speaker
Episode: Fran Lebowitz on smoking, Trump and today's young people being another species
Luke Bateman
Former NRL star, recovered gambling addict, book talk influencer
Self / BookTok presence
Episode: Luke Bateman: Former NRL star and gambling addict, now lumberjack ‘bookfluencer’
Patrick Radden Keefe
Investigative journalist and author
The New Yorker
Episode: The New Yorker's Patrick Radden Keefe on investigating 'an unnatural death'
Laurie Woolever
New York-based food writer, editor and podcaster
Author of Care & Feeding; former assistant to Mario Batali and Anthony Bourdain
Episode: Bourdain and Batali's 'right-hand' woman Laurie Woolever on her tell-all book

Host

Konrad Marshall
Host of Good Weekend Talks, journalist from major Australian outlets

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 370 ratings
  • Fran Lebowitz

    Interesting episode, Fran Lebowitz always says it as it is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CateMCK
    Australia2 months ago
  • Batali

    Vomit making - the ‘complexities’ of Mario.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    aus der Ferne
    Australia2 months ago
  • Jess Cattelly, co-founder of Sydney swingers.

    Beyond boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KateyQuinn
    Australia10 months ago
  • Sarah Wilson

    Doomist, alarmist,realist? Interesting episode. A person who warns people of the imminent danger - who doesn’t think we are doomed yet like the doomists do, yet think that if action isn't taken, we will be doomed. A realist hopes for, or accepts only what seems possible and does not hope or expect more. A good mix of all three I think.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Litteraturepourtoujours
    Australiaa year ago
  • Diverse listening

    This podcast allows us into the lives of a range of people who open up to Konrad so easily. He's an excellent journalist and conversationalist. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VMS57
    Australiaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the no-nonsense yet warm interviewing style.
A thought-provoking show with honest, insightful guests.
High-caliber guests and topics that stay timely and relevant.
Some episodes benefit from tighter editing to reduce distractions.

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#56
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#198
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#219
Singapore/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#241
India/News/Politics

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What childless Gen Xer Katrina Strickland wants those stuck in today's baby-making vortex to know
Q: So our newsrooms have been doing a project on Australia's declining fertility rate. Can you explain what is meant by unintentionally childless?
It refers to people who wanted to have children but, due to a mix of medical issues, timing, or relationship dynamics, did not end up having them, distinguishing it from those who choose not to have children.
'Angertainers' are dividing society: Author Ed Coper explains why we fall for 'rage bait'
Q: What about the Cracker Barrel case study and its implications for brands and public sentiment?
It shows how a brand can be overwhelmed by manufactured outrage, lose value, and be forced to backtrack production changes due to social media pressure, highlighting the power of online mobs and the need for cautious brand strategy.
'Angertainers' are dividing society: Author Ed Coper explains why we fall for 'rage bait'
Q: Can you break down the anger attainment formula and how it translates into real-world influence?
Emotion plus attention creates an intention; when outrage is triggered online, it can steer behavior, purchases, or political actions because those who wield it know that strong emotions drive engagement and can shape public discourse.
'Angertainers' are dividing society: Author Ed Coper explains why we fall for 'rage bait'
Q: But it's on social media, as your book outlines, that it's at its loudest, isn't it?
Yes. The attention economy rewards content that grabs attention and evokes emotion, which often means outrage is amplified far beyond its genuine issues, leading to a broader cultural and political impact.
300th episode: Bob Brown on finding optimism – live at the Melbourne Writers Festival
Q: How has Brown maintained optimism through long campaigns and setbacks?
Brown emphasizes that hope persists as long as there is life and ongoing campaigns; public support can shift outcomes, as seen in the Franklin campaign, and personal acts of courage and community backing keep movements alive.

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2. Shaun Micallef
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5. Christie Whelan Browne
6. Fran Lebowitz
7. Luke Bateman
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