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The Lowy Institute is a leading international think tank that looks at the world from Australia’s perspective.

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China blocked trade, froze out ministers, and left lobsters rotting on the tarmac, and still couldn't force Australia to budge. In this episode of Lowy Institute Conversations, former Australian ambassador to Beijing Graham Fletcher joins Research Di... more

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The way authoritarian and illiberal states interact has changed. China, Russia, Iran and North Korea have gone from defending themselves against perceived liberal pressure to actively building the institutions of an alternative order. In this episode... more

India matters to Australia more than ever — as a strategic partner, a major trading economy, and a fellow member of the Quad — at a moment when Indo-Pacific security is deeply contested. Hear from leading experts as they examine the India–Australia r... more

Australia calls itself the Pacific's partner of choice. But is the relationship built on mutual understanding, or is it driven by Canberra’s anxiety about China?

Professor Joanne Wallis, the author of a new book with Jack Corbett, Neighbours, join... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Bisley
Pro Vice Chancellor for Research and Professor of International Relations at La Trobe University
La Trobe University
Episode: Are we entering a new illiberal order?
Joanne Wallis
Professor of International Security and Director of the Stratton Institute of Security in the Pacific Islands Research Program at Adelaide University
Adelaide University
Episode: Neighbours, not family: Rethinking Australia’s Pacific story
Lena Alexandra
Head of the Department of International Relations at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Jakarta
Center for Strategic and International Studies (Jakarta)
Episode: Dire straits: Strategic chokepoints in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait
Katrina Lee-Ku
Professor, University of Queensland
University of Queensland
Episode: 179 years to parity: The Indo-Pacific’s gender equality backslide
Grace Stanhope
Research Fellow, Lowy Institute, Indo-Pacific Development Center
Lowy Institute
Episode: 179 years to parity: The Indo-Pacific’s gender equality backslide
Dhruva Jaishankar
Executive Director of the Observer Research Foundation America; Visiting Senior Fellow at the Lowy Institute India Program
Observer Research Foundation America; Lowy Institute
Episode: The India paradox: Trusted more, but not understood
Charlie Lyons-Jones
Research fellow, Lowy Institute, author of the 2026 poll
Lowy Institute
Episode: The trust deficit: Why Australians' attitudes towards America and China are shifting
Shruti Pandalai
Inaugural India Chair at the Lowy Institute
Lowy Institute
Episode: The trust deficit: Why Australians' attitudes towards America and China are shifting
Dan Flitton
Managing editor of The Interpreter
The Interpreter / Lowy Institute
Episode: The trust deficit: Why Australians' attitudes towards America and China are shifting

Hosts

Sam Roggeveen
Director of the International Security Program at the Lowy Institute; host of Lowy Institute Conversations
Michael Fullilove
Executive Director of the Lowy Institute; Host of the Lowy Institute Conversations
Charlie Lyons-Jones
Host of Lowy Institute Conversations
Robert Walker
Research fellow and economist in the Indo-Pacific Development Center

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 220 ratings
  • Biased but not wrong

    While I would prefer that the hosts, their questions, who’s chosen as guests, what gets emphasized and deemphasized, what gets snickered at, etc., didn’t clearly indicate what is rightthink and wrongthink, this program does at least strive to present meaningful analysis, rather than loud politicized talking points.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    HMS Beverly
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent

    No hubris, no rants. Honest, thoughtful analyses devoid of conspiracy obsessions . What a relief , thinks this former academic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    no blonp
    Australia3 years ago
  • Greetings from Trumpland - book by Zoe Daniels

    Excellent interview by Lowy Institute Research Fellow Lydia Khalil with Zoe Daniel on her new book, Greetings from Trumpland. The power of Demagogues, decline in institutions and the motivations of the voter. Fabulous interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MH and BH
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great guests, rubbish host.

    Such potential here. Interesting topics from fascinating guests, yet Fullilove’s obsession with reminding us he is a creature of the Canberra bubble with his relentless Trump bashing is so dull and pathetic.

    He takes every opportunity to steer the conversation towards Trump and then serves up a dose of elitist, beltway garbage.

    With a better host this would be a 5 star review.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DutchDegenerate
    Australia5 years ago
  • Australian Focused Foreign Policy

    Great, informative, up to date podcast with a focus on the Asia Pacific from the people at the Australian think tank. Audio quality could be better at times but seriously, harden up you whinges, you can’t get closer to the real action with the boffins than this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul the Greyhound
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests and topics are timely and globally relevant, especially on Indo-Pacific policy.
Balanced, insightful analysis with strong guest diversity.
Some episodes show notable audio quality issues.

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#183
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#28
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#198
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#6
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#52
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#66
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Are we entering a new illiberal order?
Q: What is the core dynamic linking illiberal powers together beyond opportunistic cooperation?
The core dynamic is a shared opposition to liberal ideas and a desire to revise or roll back the liberal international order, with a focus on controlling information, governance norms, and sovereignty while pursuing strategic aims.
The India paradox: Trusted more, but not understood
Q: What lessons from the US-India relationship could be applied to Australia-India ties?
Positive lessons include how the US led civilian nuclear engagement and technology collaboration, while cautioning against over-reliance on any single partner and highlighting the need for diversified partnerships to manage strategic risk over time.
The India paradox: Trusted more, but not understood
Q: How would you assess the idea of strategic trust in the India-Australia relationship?
Trust has improved at the government-to-government level, but requires deeper mutual understanding of each other's sensitivities and security concerns, with closer talks between security agencies to bridge remaining gaps and reassure the public in both countries.
The trust deficit: Why Australians' attitudes towards America and China are shifting
Q: Charlie, how should Australians interpret the trust in democracy and allied democracies in light of the polling data?
Democracy remains highly valued; Australians tend to trust like-minded liberal democracies and see alliances like the US-UK-Japan family as central to national security, even as they crave pragmatic, context-driven foreign policy.
The trust deficit: Why Australians' attitudes towards America and China are shifting
Q: Dan, do you see the Interpreter shifting to challenge conventional wisdom about US-China trends, or do you see a bias in public sentiment?
There is value in counter-narratives and challenging assumptions, but editorial policy emphasizes well-argued, credible debate over sensationalism, using data-driven analysis to inform readers rather than simply reflecting mood.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lowy Institute

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

The show features high-level conversations on international security, geopolitics, and global governance with a strong focus on the Indo-Pacific region. Episodes frequently examine US–China relations, alliance dynamics, regional security, and strategic policy options for Australia and its partners, often weaving in insights from think tanks, governments, and journalists. Notable strengths include rigorous analysis from renowned policy experts and a consistent emphasis on hedging, alliance-building, and pragmatic policy recommendations for navigating a multipolar world. The format tends toward deeply informed, sometimes provocative discussions about strategy, economics, and security challenges, with audience Q&A adding practical context. Pot... more

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