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Curious Worldview

Ryan Faulkner
Paraguay
American Empire
Carbon Offsetting
Exploration
Civil War
Greenwashing
History
Modern Day Slavery
Succession Legitimacy
Cryptocurrency
Voluntary Carbon Market
South Pole
Hyper Partisanship
Democracy
Kariba Project
Forest Carbon
Discovery
Sweden
Ukraine
Tether

A mix of adventurous authors, investigative journalists, affecting writers and odd lots.

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Latest Episodes

I've anticipated this interview for 6 years. 

Robyn Davidson has lived one of the most mythologised lives in Australian memory.

She famously and unintentionally burst onto the scene with Tracks in 1988, which was a 2,700km camel trek across the Sim... more

“I deserved whatever the opposite of a Pulitzer is.”

Phil Elwood is the author of All the Worst Humans, a confessional memoir from the dubious world of public relations.

As a PR operative. He helped Qatar win the 2022 World Cup. He spun the release... more

“In the next 25 years, the world will need more copper than in all of human history.”

Amendment - I said 3.2 billion kg of copper in opening question, I should have said 320 million kg. 

In this episode, journalist and author Vince Beiser returns t... more

Theoretical physicist and bestselling author Lawrence Krauss (A Universe from Nothing, The Known Unknowns) explores the biggest questions we can ask:

How did the universe begin? Why is there something rather than nothing? What is consciousness? And ... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Houde
Co-founder of Quaise and expert in geothermal energy
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Josh Szeps
Australia's best interviewer, known for interviewing a wide variety of people across different fields.
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Robyn Davidson
Famous for her journey documented in 'Tracks', where she crossed the Simpson Desert with camels.
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Nicholas Gruen
An Australian economist known for proposing a lottery system for political decision-making.
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Gideon Haigh
Reputed cricket journalist and successful author with over 50 published books.
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Tim Cope
An adventure writer known for his journeys across the Eurasian steppe and historical perspectives.
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Sam Roggeveen
An expert in Australian defense policy known for his Echidna strategy.
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Pat McGee
Author of 'Apple in China', discussing the intertwining relationship between Apple and China's manufacturing.
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Lawrence Krauss
Physicist and author known for his book 'A Universe From Nothing'.
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Host

Ryan
Ryan is known for his intelligent and engaging interview style, drawing thoughtful responses from guests across diverse topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 524 ratings
  • A Rare Breed

    I hope the host of this podcast reads this because I hope he knows: yes podcasts are a dime dozen but podcasts like this are rare.

    He manages to channel intellectual conversations in a way that meets in an honest way, a significantly challenging way, on topics that are relevant to the evolving world as it is TODAY.

    So more than a review this is a thank you and ask to keep pushing this podcast forward.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    newscrash
    United States3 months ago
  • Unique serious Podcast

    Ryan is such an exceptional intelligent interviewer, and chooses great and interesting personalities to interview

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carlos Velásquez A
    Australia7 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Deep conversations, usually full of insights. The host is respectful and good!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abhishek_08 D
    India10 months ago
  • Unexpected and intuitive

    Did not know what to expect from another interview podcast - but the research that goes in to specific topics and personas threw me off guard. It’s a relaxed format, consistently interesting and no nonsense irony or banter no one can relate to. I am hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    itsfromfelix
    Swedena year ago
  • Inspiring / Awesome Guests

    Enjoying Ryans guests now since +2 years. I‘m amazed by the fantastic personalities he gets on his show and I am trully inspired by the majority of them and their life stories and contributions to society. Ryan your‘re doing a great and important job by getting them to your show. You got some heavy weight guests there! Awesome! Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    116 Countries
    Germanya year ago

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Many praise the selection of unique and fascinating guests, highlighting a broad range of topics that expand their worldview.
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The host is commended for his thoughtful questioning and ability to draw out deep discussions from his guests.

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Robyn Davidson | 'Memoir Is The Slipperiest Genre' - Unfinished Woman, Tracks & A Life Of Nomadism
Q: How do you make sense of the role that serendipity has played in your life?
Sort of everything. Chance has thrown me extraordinary opportunities.
Robyn Davidson | 'Memoir Is The Slipperiest Genre' - Unfinished Woman, Tracks & A Life Of Nomadism
Q: Do you think in a sense it sort of belongs to your mother?
She was pretty and unusual, but it's just the luck of the draw.
Robyn Davidson | 'Memoir Is The Slipperiest Genre' - Unfinished Woman, Tracks & A Life Of Nomadism
Q: You spoke really candidly about the decision to not have children.
I don't regret it.
Phil Elwood | “I deserve whatever the opposite of a Pulitzer is” - Confessions of a PR Operative Who Made The Worst Humans Look Good
Q: How does social media impact PR in today's landscape?
Phil suggests that while traditional media remains important, independent creators are becoming significant players in shaping narratives.
Phil Elwood | “I deserve whatever the opposite of a Pulitzer is” - Confessions of a PR Operative Who Made The Worst Humans Look Good
Q: What is a PR operative?
Phil explains that a PR operative works to manage relationships between clients and journalists, trading information for favorable coverage.

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2. Josh Szeps
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