A gripping, deeply human conversation with two Australians whose lives have been transformed by conflict and state power. Kylie Moore-Gilbert reflects on her 804-day imprisonment in Iran, while journalist Mike Amor shares his experiences reporting from natural and human disasters, war zones and political flashpoints. Together, they shed light on resilience, risk, hostage diplomacy, and what it means to survive geopolitical forces beyond one’s control. A compelling centrepiece that brings the global down to the personal. In conversation with former foreign correspondent, Mark Corcoran.

Inside Australia's foreign service.

What does diplomacy really look like behind closed doors? Three former diplomats (and heads of mission) lift the veil on the pressures, responsibilities and moral complexities of representing Australia abroad. From crisis management to regional relationships and the shifting expectations placed on the foreign service, this session offers a candid insider’s view of the work, challenges and changing culture of diplomacy at a time when the stakes have never been higher. Bob Bowker, Ian Kemish, Lachlan Strahan in conversation with Geraldine Doogue.

Hugh Mackay in conversation with Helen Vatsikopoulos around his latest book, 'Just Saying'.

In Just Saying, one of Australia’s most trusted social commentators, Hugh Mackay, turns his sharp but

compassionate gaze to the state of our national psyche. From loneliness and social division to kindness, trust and the small acts that shape community life, Mackay explores what truly matters in

unsettled times.

David Picken, editor of 'Football Fans in their own write' (2023) talks with David Astle of ABC Evenings about the book and the contributors who wrote about why they follow a particular football team, headlined by the late Pope Francis.

Interview with Blanche d'Alpuget on ABC Radio Sydney with Hamish Macdonald, 5th March 2025.

Emeritus Professor John Maynard, author of 'Socceroos World Cup Odyssey, 1966-2022' on the sidelines at the 2024 Manly Writers' Festival. John is also author of 'The Aboriginal Soccer Tribe' (2019 2nd ed.) and 'Golf Dreaming' (2025).

Sally Freedman, author of "Get Your T*ts Out for the Lads" on the sidelines of the 2024 Manly Writers' Festival. The book was shortlisted for the Football Book of the Year 2024, as part of the 2024 Sports Book Awards.

Greg Downes, author of 'The First Matildas' on the sidelines of the 2024 Manly Writers' Festival with P.J. Laverty.

A chat with Craig Lord, collaborator with Michelle Ford on her autobiography, 'Turning the Tide', on the sidelines of the 2024 Manly Writers' Festival.

A brief chat with Jill Valentine, author of 'High Heels and Low Blows' on the sidelines of the 2024 Manly Writers' Festival