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The Readout is a podcast hosted by the Development Intelligence Lab.

At the Lab, we’re tackling the big issues of development cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. We take one gnarly issue at a time, gather the best of the best from the region, Government, and academia, and dive deep to unpack the issue – and find the way forward.

And our favourite part of these projects is the conversations we have al... more

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What can a tour of Port Moresby's coffee shops and hotels reveal about the state of Australian development and diplomacy in Papua New Guinea? With Gordon Peake, analyst and author of recent article "People-watching in Port Moresby," we unpack Austral... more

What does it mean to truly engage men in the fight for gender equality in the Pacific? With Dr. Mercy Masta, Research Fellow at the ANU's Department of Pacific Affairs, we delve into her research that challenges established gender equality discourse ... more

How can Australia’s Civil Society Partnership Fund enhance civic space in the Indo-Pacific region? With Martina Zapf, General Manager at the Lab and expert in peacebuilding, we discuss the recent announcement of $35 million over four years for the fu... more

How can we shift the language of international development to better reflect global realities? With Dr Salmah Lawrence, a leader in development thought and practice, we talk about her influential article that challenges the terms "developing world" a... more

Australia’s International Development Policy Anniversary Event. In this special episode, we take you behind the scenes of the key anniversary event with Minister for International Development and the Pacific, the Hon Pat Conroy MP. Held a few days ag... more

How can addressing fragility and conflict in the Indo-Pacific region help shape the future of Australian development assistance? With David Young, Deputy Director of the Lessons Learned Program at the U.S. Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Re... more

How did the exodus of Australian development workers during COVID-19 impact projects in the Pacific? And what lessons can be drawn for future development assistance? With Aidan Craney of La Trobe University and partnership broker Yeshe Smith, we disc... more

How can Australia transition from an austerity mindset to a growth mindset in its development program? With Therese Faulkner, founder of the International Development Contractors Community (IDCC), we discuss policy priorities. Therese emphasises the ... more

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Recent Guests

Gordon Peake
Writer, analyst, and aid advisor
University of Adelaide
Episode: Gordon Peake x People-watching in Port Moresby
Dr. Salmah Eva-Lena Lawrence
Former Director of Systemic Change and Partnerships at the International Women's Development Agency, author, and advocate for decolonizing aid
International Women's Development Agency
Episode: Dr Salmah Eva-Lina Lawrence x The Majority World – what’s in a phrase?
David Young
Deputy Director of the Lessons Learned Program at SIGAR
Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction
Episode: David Young x Lessons learnt for fragile and conflict-affected states
Aidan Craney
Distinguished development expert from La Trobe University's Center for Human Security and Social Change
La Trobe University
Episode: Aidan Craney and Yeshe Smith x Racism, Colonialism and Whiteness in Development
Yeshe Smith
Renowned partnership broker
Episode: Aidan Craney and Yeshe Smith x Racism, Colonialism and Whiteness in Development
Therese Faulkner
Founder of the International Development Contractors Community
International Development Contractors Community
Episode: Therese Faulkner x International Development Contractors Community Policy Priorities
Dr. Darren Lim
Senior Lecturer at the School of Politics and International Relations at the ANU and host of Australia in the World podcast
ANU
Episode: Dr Darren Lim x Australia’s Reassessment of Economic Interdependence with China
Heather Murphy
Head of Analysis and Engagement at the Development Intelligence Lab
Development Intelligence Lab
Episode: Heather Murphy x Navigating the competing purposes of Australian development
Dr. Elizabeth Buchanan
Senior fellow at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute
Australian Strategic Policy Institute
Episode: Dr Elizabeth Buchanan x The Sad State of Australia's Security Discourse

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Bridi Rice
CEO of the Development Intelligence Lab and host of The Readout, Bridi engages in deep discussions on pressing development topics.

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Dr Mike Green x The main game for Australian development is development, not building influence
Q: What would you say to Australia's Foreign Minister and Prime Minister regarding Australian Development Assistance in 2024?
Be ambitious. Australia can shape larger debates about development, larger pots of money in the developing world, and ultimately how resilient and aligned countries in the Pacific Southeast Asia are if it holds itself and holds its development programs to a high standard.
Melissa Conley Tyler x What does it look like for Australia to take a whole-of-nation approach to international policy?
Q: What would you say if you had 60 seconds to convince key ministers about your vision for Australia's whole of nation approach?
I'd stress that collaboration among all sectors is necessary to address international challenges effectively.
Melissa Conley Tyler x What does it look like for Australia to take a whole-of-nation approach to international policy?
Q: Can you talk our listeners through why you think it is time for Australia to be more deliberate about a whole of nation approach?
There is a consensus that a whole of nation approach is necessary due to the complex issues we face, from climate change to geopolitical threats.
Melissa Conley Tyler x What does it look like for Australia to take a whole-of-nation approach to international policy?
Q: What was it that ignited the interest in tackling this idea of whole of nation?
It was about moving from a whole of government to a whole of nation approach, recognizing the involvement of various non-government sectors.
Richard Moore x Australian Development Cooperation: Urgent and important, but “not a priority”
Q: What alternatives should be on the table for development policy moving forward?
We need to test alternative models that effectively achieve the best development outcomes.

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Focusing on pertinent issues within development cooperation, insightful conversations are held to explore pressing challenges faced in the Indo-Pacific region. The content features a careful examination of Australian aid effectiveness, local perspectives on development policies, cross-cultural insights, and international collaboration. Noteworthy themes include gender equality, decolonization of aid, civil society engagement, and strategies to address contemporary issues such as climate change and national security. By highlighting the complexities of these discussions, the podcast seeks to inform and encourage meaningful engagement among stakeholders, ensuring that a variety of voices are included in the overarching narrative of sustainabl... more

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