In this episode I’m talking with Julian Cribb about the biggest threats that humanity currently faces, how to find hope in trying times, and why truth telling, and connecting with each other is now more important than ever.

You can find more of Julian's work, including the book, here:

• Julian’s website: Matter of Survival at juliancribb.net

Danielle talks about how to connect with anyone in a micro-moment and how our day-to-day interactions make a difference. She shares the research on asking for and giving help, and the discomfort of new conversations.

To engage with Danielle and her work take the PERMAH Survey, visit the Michelle McQuaid Podcast or visit Danielle's website or search Danielle Jacobs on LinkedIn!

I talk with Dr. Carly Copolov about her work with refugee women, she debunks some common myths about refugees and asylum seekers, and shares tips on how to connect with people across cultures.

To support Beyond the Fabric you can buy their handicrafts online at the website, make a donation towards a new sewing machine/s, follow Beyond the Fabric on instagram: @beyond.the.fabric

In this episode Lynne and I talk about how the research behind mindfulness, empathy and compassion helps communities, organisations, and us as individuals. To find out more about the Mindful Futures Network or if you are a researcher contributing to the area within your community, visit australia21.org.au and enter the Mindful Futures Network page.

Tania and I talk about innovative therapies for mental health, resilience, and creativity and how to keep our voices strong and creative during tough times.

You can find Tania's work by visiting the Creativity Australia’s With One Voice programs website, watching her TEDtalk,learning more about innovative therapies at Mind Medicine Australia and registering for or learning more about the  International Summit on Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies in the treatment of Mental Illness.  The Summit will be held at the Sofitel Melbourne from 18-19 November 2020.

Jenny and I talk about how science impacts daily life and how we can have important conversations and share our perspectives about science and technical issues in a way that brings people to the table.

Find Jen's work here:

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