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The Conversation Weekly

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Far-Right Politics
Women's Roles In Politics
Anti-Feminism
Right-Wing Nationalism
Traditional Gender Roles
Social Media Influence
Social Media Influencers
Online Radicalization
Covid-19 Misinformation
Conspiracy Theories
Auschwitz
Israel
Academic Freedom
Generational Trauma
Tattoo
Dreams
Biodiversity
Conservation
Amazon Rainforest
Cognitive Load

A show for curious minds, from The Conversation. Each week, host Gemma Ware speaks to an academic expert about a topic in the news to understand how we got here.

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With France, the UK, Australia and Canada expected to recognise an independent Palestinian state at UN General Assembly in New York, what are the origins of the state they plan to recognise?

In this episode, Palestinian-American historian Maha Nass... more

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Police in Australia are continuing a huge manhunt in the mountains for Dezi Freeman, a man accused of killing two police officers and injuring a third in late August.

Freeman identifies as a sovereign citizen, someone who believes they aren't subje... more

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As China invited world leaders to a vast military parade marking the end of the second world war on September 3, President Xi Jinping said China is "never intimidated by bullies" and would "stand by the right side of history". In a coded message abou... more

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If you’ve ever experienced a state of creative flow, perhaps when writing, playing music, or even gardening, you’ll know that it feels like everything just clicks into place. But what is actually happening inside the brain?

This week, we're re-runni... more

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Keiran Hardy
Associate professor in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Griffith University, researching counterterrorism and conspiracy-fueled extremism.
Griffith University
Episode: The sovereign citizen movement's spread around the world
Meredith Oyen
Historian and Associate Professor of History and Asian Studies
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Episode: How China is weaponising the history of WWII
Scarlett Howard
Lecturer and research fellow at Monash University, studying animal cognition.
Monash University
Episode: Teaching animals irrelevant skills can reveal the secrets of cognition
Mark Miodownik
Professor of Materials and Society at University College London
University College London
Episode: How the world got hooked on plastic
Andrew Dodd
Professor of Journalism at the University of Melbourne and director of the Center for Advancing Journalism.
University of Melbourne
Episode: How Rupert Murdoch helped to build brand Trump
Avner Cohen
Professor of Non-Proliferation Studies and author of Israel and the Bomb
Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
Episode: Israel’s secret deal to build a nuclear arsenal
Juan Masullo Jiménez
Assistant Professor in Political Science at Leiden University and the University of Milan
Leiden University and the University of Milan
Episode: An enduring anti-fascist legacy in Italy
Ana Juncos
Professor of European politics at the University of Bristol
University of Bristol
Episode: How Europe dropped the ball on its own defence
François Lafond
Former assistant professor at Sciences Po University in Paris, expert on the Western Balkans
Sciences Po University
Episode: How Europe dropped the ball on its own defence

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Gemma Ware
Host of The Conversation Weekly, known for her ability to engage with academic experts and convey complex subjects in an accessible manner.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 341 ratings
  • Amy Gaeta episode

    Gaeta’s defense of people with undiagnosed disabilities cheating their employers to ‘get what they need’ when completely unchallenged by the host. This podcast is insufferable.

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    DJDane
    United States3 months ago
  • Essential listening

    The Conversation Weekly is always interesting, never trivial, and essential listening to anyone wishing to better understand the world we live in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    monsieur_ghislain
    Canada3 months ago
  • Varied and fascinating

    In-depth discussions on a diverse range of interesting topics. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nedbrowne
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Sensible and calm discussion

    The podcast on how the world fell in love with plastic is very educational. Clear on how we got to where we are, the value of plastic and the serious situation we are now in. Best I have heard on this subject.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Them Changes first single
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • High quality

    I love how much I can learn from the experts speaking from their field. Conversations with people who really know what they’re talking about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Golzed
    New Zealand2 years ago

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Some feedback highlights a desire for less intrusive sound effects, although the content quality is consistently praised.
Essential listening for understanding current global issues and academic insights.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into diverse topics, showcasing thorough expertise.
The presentation is noted as calm and rational, standing out from more sensational media.

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The sovereign citizen movement's spread around the world
Q: Can you tell us about the types of people who adhere to or use sovereign citizens style arguments today?
The profile tends to be male, aged between 30 to 50 years old, with strong grievances against government, often stemming from previous disputes or difficulties.
Teaching animals irrelevant skills can reveal the secrets of cognition
Q: Can you tell me, how do you actually go about teaching bees how to do maths?
Scarlett describes the detailed process of training bees to distinguish numbers using visual stimuli and rewards.
Teaching animals irrelevant skills can reveal the secrets of cognition
Q: What kind of reaction did you get from colleagues about doing this kind of research?
Scarlett explains that while her immediate colleagues support her, others suggested focusing more on ecologically relevant studies, leading her to write an opinion article.
Teaching animals irrelevant skills can reveal the secrets of cognition
Q: When did you realize that the experiments you wanted to do were what you've termed ecologically irrelevant ones?
Scarlett shares her experiences working with both ecologically relevant and irrelevant research, initially starting with visual perception studies in bees.
The secret ingredients for creative flow
Q: What purpose does creative flow then have? Are there any evolutionary kind of markers about why we might be able to achieve this state in something that we're an expert in?
Flow is pleasurable and activates the reward system of the brain in order to encourage people to do things that they are successful at.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Conversation Weekly

What is The Conversation Weekly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show that features insightful discussions with academic experts on a range of topics, aiming to illuminate complex issues and foster understanding on pressing global matters. Episode highlights include subjects like disability surveillance, self-censorship in academia, and environmental conservation, indicating a strong focus on current societal concerns shaped by scientific research. The podcast also features conversations on global tax reforms, gun trafficking, and the cultural impact of celebrities, suggesting a blend of social, political, and environmental themes, all presented in an accessible format. The unique aspect of this show is its commitment to providing a platform for research-backed insights that are relevant in today’s wor... more

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5. Andrew Dodd
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