The Conversation Hour

The Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has released its interim report this morning. Established in response to the Bondi terror attack, the report has made 14 recommendations. In this edition of The Conversation Hour Allegra Spender, Independent Member for Wentworth, which includes Bondi, shares her reflections on the report. Also in this edition, why the Victorian Chamber of...

A new report from the John Curtin Research Centre says there needs to be stronger safeguards around how AI is being used in the workplace. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss the use of excessive AI surveillance in the work place and what measures need to be put into place to mitigate harmful impact on employees. Also in this edition, the implications of the UAE leaving OPEC, the h...

The state budget will see a $100 million injection into the Victorian bus service, with the funding to include expanded bus hours and routes into growing suburbs. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss how to improve the bus service and what needs to happen to change attitudes towards catching the bus. Also in this edition, reflections on 30 years since the Port Arthur massacre, plus...

The Victorian Government will spend over one billion dollars to repair and resurface our roads, as part of the state budget. In this edition of the Conversation Hour we discuss whether our roads are becoming safer. Also in this episode, how to save money in health care, King Charles visits Washington, plus just how quick will marathons get.

Health Minister Mark Butler has detailed big cuts to the National Disability Insurance Scheme, in this edition of the Conversation Hour we talk through what changes are being made and take your questions. Also on the program, remembering James Valentine, a new report into Australia's food security, plus we meet the mum of a six year old golfer off to compete in Canada.

The federal government will reverse its decision to charge at-home aged care recipients for showers, dressing and continence care. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we reflect on what standards of dignity should look like in aged care. Also in this edition, is ongoing free public transport feasible in Victoria? Plus, how to eat well and save at the check-out.

It have been described as an historic order, The Fair Work Commission has ruled that some of Australia's larger companies need to compensate truckies and transport companies. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss what the decision means for truck drivers and how it will impact the consumer. Also in this edition, does the AFL tribunal need an overhaul? What languages should be taught...

More people can donate blood from today, as eligibility has expanded to include gay and bisexual men and also transgender people. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we talk what the change means to the LGBTQIA+ community, plus what change will mean in bolstering the reserve. Also in this edition, have you found yourself walking more during the fuel crisis? We talk how to find the backpack to...

An ABC analysis of census data recently revealed that women are more likely to exceed their husbands when it comes to education. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we ask the provocative question what role things like educational status and earning capacity play in who we walk down the aisle with. Also in this edition, how Geelong is fairing in the wake of the oil refinery fire plus, will th...

The Consumer Health Forum is calling for the Federal Government to prioritise dental affordability ahead of the budget, off the back of its survey findings that eight in ten are finically strained by dental costs. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we speak with their CEO the sacrifices Australians are having to make to go to the dentist and what measures the CHF would like the Federal Gover...

The AFL tribunal has found Port Adelaide player Zak Butters guilty of verbally abusing umpire Nick Foot, despite a lack of evidence. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we talk through the principles of justice and discuss whether it should have gone to the tribunal in the first place. Also in this edition, the significance of having four Australians have drafted into the WNBA, plus how would...

In this edition of The Conversation Hour Arthur Sinodinos, chair of the United States study centre and former Australian ambassador to the US and liberal minister reflects on the intricate balance of a more self-reliant Australia while also maintaining a solid US alliance, off the back of his opinion piece for The Guardian. Also in this edition, how to better support people retiring with housing d...

In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore a new report from The Grattan Institute that explores attitudes towards democracy in Australia and how to protect it into the future. Also in this edition, we talk passenger health on ultra-long flights, a change of leadership in Hungary as Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's concedes defeat. Plus we also speak with the Jesuit Social Services about a f...

In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore the importance of learning the art of reparation.

In this episode of The Conversation Hour, the latest on how the Lebanese community is feeling amidst the Middle East conflict.

In this episode of The Conversation Hour, the latest on the Iran and US conflict. We ask a Middle East analyst does this two-week ceasefire mean peace? Also, do you still use the water saving measures you implemented in the 1990s during water restrictions? And we find out how many minutes of exercise you should be doing each week. 

The Fair Work Commission will abolish junior pay rates for young adult employees aged 18 to 20 in the fast food, retail, and pharmacy sectors with a phase-in period of up to four years. In this edition of the Conversation Hour we talk what it means for both young workers and business. Also in this edition, why Gen Z dads feel they need to be the providers and we talk farmers mental health in the f...

In breaking news this morning police have shot dead fugitive gunman Dezi Freeman in Victoria's north-east. Freeman had been on the run for seven months, and was wanted for the fatal shootings of Detective Leading Senior Constable Neal Thompson and Senior Constable Vadim De Waart-Hottart. Bringing back memories of the tragic day of losing the officers, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we di...

In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore what impact the fuel crisis could have on kids sports, particularly for those living in regional Victoria having to drive long distance, and how to best support young people playing sport in a cost of living crisis.  Also in this edition, the UK has launched it's own version of Saturday Night Live, we ask will we ever see a SNL hit our shores. 

Last week we discussed what role cycling could play as an alternative to driving in the context of the fuel crisis, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we delve into whether there could be an uptick in people turning to walking for their daily commute and how to look after your feet if it is something you are considering.  Also in this edition, mitigating fuel theft, the latest from the teach...

In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore a new study from Monash University that has highlighted the emotional stress experienced by school principals and we discuss why they will be joining the teachers strikes. Also in this edition, we talk the world's best airports, delve into a study that looks at Australian attitudes towards national security, plus celebrate the public toilet.

As petrol prices continue to rise, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore whether people will turn to the trusty bicycle to save money and if we actually have the infrastructure to support an uptick in cyclists. Plus, later in the hour we talk with Dr Anne Jones, host of What the Duck about her new podcast that delves into the curious mix of true crime and natural history. 

With news today that Victoria's Conservation Regulator is investigating reports of jet ski riders harassing dolphins at Philip Island, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss just how much they disrupt marine life and what measures should be put in place to protect sea mammals. Also in this edition, we recently spoke on the program about whether the fuel crisis will see drivers shift t...

In a time of global conflict, how should you think about your budget, your priorities, and your long term plans? 

Yesterday on program we received a few calls from trade workers who shared their concerns about how the fuel crisis will impact their business. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we speak with industry figures about just how acutely it will be felt and also what it means for consumers. We also throw the spotlight on the vast area of Gippsland to explore the cost of rising fuel prices on the...