How did Robert Menzies develop his skillful way with words?
On this week's Afternoon Light Georgina Downer speaks with Julian Leeser & Damien Freeman about the new book <a href='https://www.robertmenziesinstitute.org.au/book/fancies-i-dare-not-speak-the-hidden-verse-of-r-g-menzies/'>Fancies I Dare Not Speak: The Hidden Verse of R.G. Menzies</a>. Revealing how poetry helped to shape the young Menzies, Australian culture, and our nation's quest to understand who we are.
Julian Leeser is the Shadow Minister for Education and Early Learning and for the Arts, and Federal Member for Berowra.
Dr Damien Freeman is a philosopher, lawyer, and Fellow of the Robert Menzies Institute, who wrote the introduction to the book.
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How did Robert Menzies develop his skillful way with words? On this week's Afternoon Light Georgina Downer speaks with Julian Leeser & Damien Freeman about the new book Fancies I Dare Not Speak: The Hidden Verse of R.G. Menzies. Revealing how poetry helped to shape the young Menzies, Australian culture, and our nation's quest to understand who we are. Julian Leeser is the Shadow Minister for Education and Early Learning and for the Arts, and Federal Member for Berowra. Dr Damien Freeman is a philosopher, lawyer, and Fellow of the Robert Menzies Institute, who wrote the introduction to the book. SPAK4T2JSOJEXT0A

How did Robert Menzies develop his skillful way with words?
On this week's Afternoon Light Georgina Downer speaks with Julian Leeser &amp; Damien Freeman about the new book&nbsp;<a href="https://www.robertmenziesinstitute.org.au/book/fancies-i-dare-not-speak-the-hidden-verse-of-r-g-menzies/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fancies I Dare Not Speak: The Hidden Verse of R.G. Menzies</a>. Revealing how poetry helped to shape the young Menzies, Australian culture, and our nation's quest to understand who we are.
Julian Leeser is the Shadow Minister for Education and Early Learning and for the Arts, and Federal Member for Berowra.
Dr Damien Freeman is a philosopher, lawyer, and Fellow of the Robert Menzies Institute, who wrote the introduction to the book.
SPAK4T2JSOJEXT0A

Julian Leeser & Damien Freeman on the poetry of R.G. Menzies: "Part of our shared inheritance"

Welcome to the Afternoon Light Podcast, a captivating journey into the heart of Australia’s political history and enduring values. Presented by the Robert Menzies Institute, a prime ministerial library and museum, this podcast illuminates the remarkable legacy of Sir Robert Menzies, Australia’s longest-serving prime minister.

Dive into the rich tapestry of Menzies’s contemporary impact as we explore his profound contributions on the Afternoon Light Podcast. Join us as we delve into his unyielding commitment to equality, boundless opportunity, and unwavering entrepreneurial spirit. Our engaging discussions bring to life the relevance of Menzies’s values in today’s world, inspiring us to uphold his principles for a brighter future.

Ready to embark on this enlightening journey? Experience the Afternoon Light Podcast now! Tune in to explore the past, engage with the present, and shape a better tomorrow by learning from the visionary leadership of Sir Robert Menzies.

Stay connected by signing up on the Robert Menzies Institute website: https://www.robertmenziesinstitute.org.au/. Have an opinion? Email your comments to: info@robertmenziesinstitute.org.au.

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Welcome to the Afternoon Light Podcast, a captivating journey into the heart of Australia’s political history and enduring values. Presented by the Robert Menzies Institute, a prime ministerial library and museum, this podcast illuminates the remarkable legacy of Sir Robert Menzies, Australia’s longest-serving prime minister. Dive into the rich tapestry of Menzies’s contemporary impact as we explore his profound contributions on the Afternoon Light Podcast. Join us as we delve into his unyielding commitment to equality, boundless opportunity, and unwavering entrepreneurial spirit. Our engaging discussions bring to life the relevance of Menzies’s values in today’s world, inspiring us to uphold his principles for a brighter future. Ready to embark on this enlightening journey? Experience the Afternoon Light Podcast now! Tune in to explore the past, engage with the present, and shape a better tomorrow by learning from the visionary leadership of Sir Robert Menzies. Stay connected by signing up on the Robert Menzies Institute website: https://www.robertmenziesinstitute.org.au/. Have an opinion? Email your comments to: info@robertmenziesinstitute.org.au.

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