Episodes 59
Avg. Duration 33m
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Since Apr 2023
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Per Capita is the independent, progressive think tank, dedicated to fighting inequality in Australia. Join us each week as we share our research and insights into some of Australia’s most prevalent issues. Home of Re:Cap, Per Capita’s research and analysis podcast, our JCL and Webinar series, and Homes Not Houses - the series where we dive into the Australian housing crisis. To learn more about our research, events, or content, please visit https://percapita.org.au/

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Homes Not Houses: Changing Built Form

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Language shapes policy. And timing can make or break government decisions.   And while governments have an obligation to create policy that is beneficial for everyone, it’s up to advocates to push…

Homes Not Houses: Changing Hearts and Minds

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As with any social issue or call for reform, the greatest challenge is not finding evidence but changing minds.  A researcher can write a compelling report, but without the support of the community…

Homes Not Houses: The Gendered Housing Problem

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Last season on Homes Not Houses, the CEH team unpacked the Australian housing crisis as a whole, diving into our history, the policies that shaped that market, and the solutions that could solve…

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In an age of existential threats for Australia and the world, what does society need from companies and how should companies respond?   In this groundbreaking book, Professor Bryan Horrigan provides…

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