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Voices of Australia Podcast | Truth, Trust & Politics | Episode 6 | Truth, Trust, and the Future of Democracy
In this final instalment of Truth, Trust, and Politics, Mary Gearin interviews former ABC colleague Jon Faine, reflecting on the evolving media landscape, misinformation, and political trust. They…
Voices of Australia Podcast | Truth, Trust & Politics | Episode 5 | From Fear to Misinformation: The Politics of Social Media
The Spread of Misinformation: Lessons from the Voice to Parliament Referendum In this episode, Mary Gearin interviews Andrea Carson, who unpacks the complexities of misinformation and disinformation,…
Voices of Australia Podcast | Truth, Trust & Politics | Episode 4 | Building Trust in Political Communication
With the 2025 federal election approaching, trust in politics and the media is at an all-time low. Unchecked misinformation is spreading, political discourse is increasingly polarised, and voters…
Voices of Australia Podcast | Truth, Trust & Politics | Episode 3 | Disconnected: Young Diverse Australians & Politics
In the third episode, we explore the Disengagement Dilemma: Why young Australians, particularly those from migrant backgrounds, are turning away from politics. Mary Gearin leads a compelling…
Voices of Australia Podcast | Truth, Trust & Politics | Episode 2 | Misinformation & Political Disengagement
In this thought-provoking episode, Zali Steggall MP joins seasoned political analyst Michael Maley to explore one of the most pressing issues of our time: truth in politics. Together, they unpack the…
Voices of Australia Podcast | Truth, Trust & Politics | Episode 1 | Rebuilding Trust in Journalism
In this conversation, Mary Gearin and Kate Torney OAM discuss the declining trust in journalism and its interrelation with political discourse and other institutions. Kate Torney emphasises the need…
S3 E10 | Health and social cohesion: A symbiotic relationship
In Episode 10 of Voices of Australia, Scanlon Institute's CEO Anthea Hancocks unpacks the interdependency of health and social cohesion with two highly respected public health physicians. Healthcare…
S3 E9 | The impact of inequality on Australian society
This episode features Anthea Hancocks, CEO of the Scanlon Foundation Research Institute interviewing journalist Peter Mares and Dr Cressida Gaukroger on the escalating issue of inequality in…
S3 E8 | Building social capital and active citizenship
In this episode, Anthea Hancocks, CEO of the Scanlon Foundation Research Institute chats to Grace Williams, founder of Citizen Tasmania about the organisation's work and its efforts to support…
S3 E7 | The role of businesses and industry in fostering community cohesion
Episode 7 of the Voices of Australia podcast looks at the impact of businesses and industry on creating a socially cohesive community. Join Scanlon Institute's CEO Anthea Hancocks, as she discusses…
S3 E6 | Preparing for the future: Education, social cohesion and the power of social enterprise for young people
In this episode, Anthea Hancocks, CEO of the Scanlon Foundation Research Institute talks to Nathaniel Diong, founder and CEO of Future Minds Network on the transformative power of education and…
S3 E5 | Social cohesion begins in neighbourhoods
In episode 5, Anthea Hancocks, CEO of the Scanlon Foundation Research Institute talks to Em James (Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association) and Rosita Vincent (Neighbourhood…
S3 E4 | Fostering Trust: Keys to Economic Growth and Community Harmony
Fostering Trust: Keys to Economic Growth and Community Harmony Episode 4 of the Voices of Australia podcast explores the crucial role of trust in nurturing economic prosperity and social unity.…
S3 E3 | Building social cohesion through the power of sport
In Episode 3 of the Scanlon Institute’s Voices of Australia podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome the acclaimed AFLW player Emma Kearney. Join our host, Anthea Hancocks, as they delve into a…
S3 E2 | The role of media and social cohesion
In the second episode of Season 3 of the Voices of Australia podcast, we explore the influence of media/social media on social cohesion. Host Anthea Hancocks, CEO of the Scanlon Foundation Research…
S3 E1 | The role of humour in creating a more cohesive society
Join us for the Scanlon Institute's Voices of Australia Podcast Season 3 debut episode, where we delve into the intersection of social cohesion and humour with our guest, Diana Nguyen. Hosted by…
S2 E10 | What Australians think about the future
Australia is poised at, what Dr James O’Donnell (our Mapping Social Cohesion Report lead author) calls, a ‘critical junction’. In an ever-shifting global context, we find ourselves navigating rapid…
S2 E9 | What Australians think about spirituality and religion
As recent data from the Australia Bureau of Statistics suggests, the spiritual landscape of our nation is undergoing a profound shift. With Christianity still the dominant faith, a rising 38.9% of…
S2 E8 | What Australians think about discrimination and racism
Today, we’re focusing on Discrimination: How does it influence our society, and what should we do to move from acknowledging its existence to taking action against it? Research from the Diversity…
S2 E7 | What Australians think about their government
There are few more critical aspects at the heart of our democracy than the levels of trust we have in our institutions and the degree to which we participate in Australia’s political system. Politics…
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Voices of Australia has published 39 episodes since August 2022, covering topics in Society & Culture.
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