Open House Interviews

John Rinehart’s discovery of gospel patronage began with a conversation that sparked his interest in what was happening “behind the scenes” during great movements of God in Christian history. In this podcast, John highlights the contributions of a rich aristocrat, a wealthy businessman and a cloth merchant, in spreading the Gospel all around the world.

While caring for Karen’s mother who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, Karen and her husband Mondy, discovered unexpected parallels between their work as actors and their lives as carers. Together, they’ve developed a carer training program, In The Moment, that incorporates improvisation and theatre games.

Violence. Terror. War. Tragedies and disasters happening all around the world are vying for our attention and empathy. Philosopher and Research Associate at the University of Notre Dame’s Centre for Faith, Ethics and Society, Matthew Beard, says it’s important to stay connected, empathise, grieve and respond to tragedy, and it’s also okay to carry on.

He’s dedicated his life to aid and development work, and learnt a key lesson from a herd of hippos while running an agriculture project in Africa. Founder of the Sirolli Institute, Dr Ernesto Sirolli, says the first step to providing help is to listen to the people you're trying to help.

In our “Discrimination” series, we explore different ways people confront and overcome discrimination. In this podcast, founder of She Business, Suzy Jacobs, says gender diversity is critical for workplaces to flourish.

Nodding Syndrome is a mysterious disease affecting thousands of children in Uganda, Sudan and Tanzania, characterised by a nodding of the head produced by seizures. Hope for Humans founder, Dr Suzanne Gazda, is heading up efforts to improve the lives of children with this disease and to find a cure.

Have you ever tried to talk to your kids about democracy, war, animal rights or freedom of speech? In this podcast, author and educator Michael Parker discusses the importance of talking with your children about ethics and big ideas, and how you can start the conversation.

In our “Discrimination” series, we explore different ways people confront and overcome discrimination. In this podcast, Rabbi Zalman Kastel, National Director of Together For Humanity, discusses how to cultivate more understanding and less prejudice.

Are you struggling with the pressure of caring for an older parent as well as your own children, and even grandchildren? You are not alone – you are part of the ‘sandwich generation’. In this podcast, Josie Gagliano shares the trials and triumphs of her care journey as a mum and her mum’s carer.