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The Minefield

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In a world marked by wicked social problems, The Minefield helps you negotiate the ethical dilemmas, contradictory claims and unacknowledged complicities of modern life.

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Could a stand-up routine ever rise to the level of "art" — the kind of performance that rewards multiple viewings, whose humour grows and deepens, which contains subtleties waiting to be discovered? Enter US comedian John Mulaney with a 2017 comedy s... more

When saving face is paramount to all other considerations, others invariably pay the price in order for the untrammeled supremacy of the ego to persist. But by permitting someone to "save face", are we not providing a constructive way of keeping them... more

There are few things more peculiar to a person than their preferences; why they favour one genre of music or one style of writing over another. And in our world of endless digital reproduction, we increasingly rely on recommendation algorithms to cur... more

AI is sometimes portrayed in utopian terms as the essential technological innovation. At other times, it's described as representing an existential threat to human life, a technological creation that will inevitably lay waste to its creator. Regardle... more

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Recent Guests

Karen Hao
Award-winning journalist covering the consequences of artificial intelligence on politics and society.
Empire of AI
Episode: AI and the cost to human life — with Karen Hao
Millicent Churcher
Lecturer in social and political philosophy at the Australian Catholic University
Australian Catholic University
Episode: What can we learn about politics from Ambrogio Lorenzetti’s ‘Good and Bad Government’?
Jedidiah Evans
Lecturer in the discipline of English and writing at the University of Sydney
University of Sydney
Episode: The ethics of life-writing: Memoirs may be popular, but can they be truthful?
Ross Benjamin
Award-winning translator of German literature.
Episode: What will we lose if translation becomes wholly automated?
Kate Fitz-Gibbon
Leading researcher on domestic and family violence, and criminal justice reform.
Monash University
Episode: ‘Adult time for violent crime’? What commitments should guide society’s response to youth crime?
Fiona Willer
Lecturer in nutrition and dietetics at the Queensland University of Technology and president of Dietitians Australia
Queensland University of Technology
Episode: Will weight loss drugs entrench cultural expectations about body size?
Dahlia Nasr
Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Sydney, researching the experience of beauty and its cultivation.
University of Sydney
Episode: Is the experience of beauty slipping away in an age of frictionlessness, speed and AI slop?
Sukhmani Khurrana
Scientia Associate Professor in Migration and Media at the University of New South Wales
University of New South Wales
Episode: What role should emotion play in the fraught politics of immigration?
Jason Stanley
Professor of Philosophy at the University of Toronto, author of How Fascism Works
University of Toronto
Episode: The ‘fascism’ paradox — with Jason Stanley

Hosts

Waleed Aly
Co-host and prominent journalism figure, known for his deep insights into ethical dilemmas and contemporary issues.
Scott Stephens
Co-host and a respected commentator known for exploring philosophical and ethical challenges within modern discourse.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Thankyou

    The episode on incarceration of children was excellent and easy listening, I loved you all but the guest was terrific on this episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pakkykid
    Australia2 months ago
  • Listener Questions . . .

    Brilliant‼️ More please‼️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M.G.Gaede
    Australia4 months ago
  • Great Show But…

    This is a fabulous show but I’ve been listening less. Mainly because it’s virtually impossible to contact the team. Guving feedback and asking for subjects to be included is sadly very difficult. So I came here! Hopefully they read this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    davehammond
    Australia4 months ago
  • Review

    The discovery of the Minefield podcast was a providential. I loved former ABC podcast named “The Signal “ and was desperate to find an equivalent. Here it is, in another format, longer, with deep brainstorming conversations about current issues, crossing all together philosophy, religion, ethics, politics, and sciences areas. The hosts are just excellent journalists, full of humour and knowing what they talk about, welcoming also experts to share their insight. The show is well structured. I am ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marie Clbs
    Australia4 months ago
  • Somewhat good

    The piece on masculinity was interesting with many approaches to the subject although I think the title is very misleading. The one on recognizing a Palestinian state descended into anti-Israeli sentiment so that was expected, but no mention as to what a Palestinian state would look like, who would be in charge or how it would be led or understood, what’s the mantra and what type of state? Quite disappointing.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Thkabtit
    United States5 months ago

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The hosts are noted for their ability to engage with complex topics in an accessible manner.
Many fans express their gratitude for the balanced, civil discourse provided, noting its rarity in today's polarized environment.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's depth and thought-provoking discussions on contemporary issues.
Overall, the podcast is lauded for its high-quality content and engaging format, which resonates with a thoughtful audience.
Some feedback points to a desire for more diverse viewpoints and representation among guests.

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The importance of letting someone 'save face'
Q: What is the balance between shame and face-saving in society?
While shame can prompt moral improvement, excessive emphasis on humiliation can push individuals away from community engagement.
How do recommendation algorithms affect our sense of taste?
Q: What relationship do you think language has with our tastes?
Language underpins how we categorize and articulate our tastes, yet the imprecision of language can complicate the description of our preferences.
How do recommendation algorithms affect our sense of taste?
Q: Why does having things recommended by an algorithm deprive or blunt the keenness of your taste?
Because it reduces the engagement and connection that comes from human recommendations, which allow for a deeper understanding and articulation of taste.
What will we lose if translation becomes wholly automated?
Q: What may be worth preserving that we risk perhaps not even realizing we're missing if we just fully embraced instant translation?
Ross Benjamin discusses the importance of human translation and the rich personal connections it fosters, which may be lost with automated systems.
‘Adult time for violent crime’? What commitments should guide society’s response to youth crime?
Q: What is the rationale for the human rights concerns that ought to attend to children?
The rationale is to acknowledge the moral development and capacity of children and to show compassion, instead of solely focusing on punishment.

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This podcast provides a platform for thoughtful discussions about pressing social issues, exploring the ethical dilemmas and contradictions that permeate modern life. Each episode includes in-depth conversations between the hosts and various guests, ranging from academia to journalism, covering a wide array of topics such as politics, governance, body image, artificial intelligence, and the intricacies of public discourse. Notably, the discussions often blend humor with rigorous analysis, allowing for both engaging and intellectually stimulating conversations that resonate with listeners seeking to understand complex societal challenges in the contemporary landscape.

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The Minefield launched 11 years ago and published 502 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 The Minefield include:

1. Karen Hao
2. Millicent Churcher
3. Jedidiah Evans
4. Ross Benjamin
5. Kate Fitz-Gibbon
6. Fiona Willer
7. Dahlia Nasr
8. Sukhmani Khurrana

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