Hong Kong-based lawyer and author Antony Dapiran discusses the latest developments in Hong Kong politics, including Beijing's overhaul of Hong Kong's electoral system, the prosecution of an investigative journalist, and the jailing of many pro-democracy activists. Broadcast on 27 April 2021.

Dr Monica Bell, associate professor of law and sociology at Yale University joins Amy to discuss the murder of George Floyd and the trial of Derek Chauvin, as well as pervasive police violence against Black and brown Americans and the push for racial justice in the United States. Broadcast on 27 April 2021.

Amy talks with fungi expert Dr Alison Pouliot about her new book, 'Wild Mushrooming: A Guide for Foragers', co-authored with Tom May. Alison takes us on a foray and forage through the fungi kingdom. She shares how we can forage for mushrooms with safety, respect for nature, and conservation at the forefront. This is a special extended conversation. Broadcast on 20 April 2021.

A panel of experts join Amy to discuss why the Moon has a "right to exist, persist and continue its vital cycles unaltered, unharmed and unpolluted by human beings." Hear from co-authors of the 'Declaration of the Rights of the Moon’; US-based nature rights advocate Mari Margil, space archaeologist Alice Gorman aka 'Dr Space Junk', and landscape architect Thomas Gooch. They talk about why we must protect the moon from human exploitation and interference, especially with plans currently underway to mine and extract resources on the Moon. Two additional co-authors were involved in the writing of the Declaration; Ceridwen Dovey and Dr Michelle Maloney. Broadcast on 23 March 2021.

Vida Goldstein was one of the first women in the western world to stand for federal parliament – in 1903 in Victoria. Biographer Jacqueline Kent chats to Amy about the life of courageous suffragist, politician, and social reformer of the 20th century, Vida Goldstein. They also discuss the women activists who shaped Victoria alongside Vida. Jacqueline's book is called, 'Vida: A Woman For Our Time.' Originally broadcast on 29 September 2020, and re-aired for International Women's Day 2021.

Economist Dr Richard Denniss discusses the permanent change (cut) to the unemployment allowance. After years of lobbying, is the rate adequate and what does this mean for people currently struggling and living below the poverty line? Listen as Richard unravels the political spin and talks about the need for accountability in our parliamentary democracy. Richard Denniss is The Australia Institute’s Chief Economist. Broadcast 2 March 2021.

Award-winning reporter Marian Wilkinson talks about her book, 'The Carbon Club: How a network of influential climate sceptics, politicians and business leaders fought to control Australia's climate policy.'

Broadcast 2 March 2021.

Acclaimed historian Henry Reynolds speaks with Amy about the historical reality of the British colonisation of Australia, and why it is legally, historically, and morally clear that Indigenous sovereignty was never ceded. Henry also discusses his life's research on the frontier wars in Australia and his views on treaty-making, memorialisation, and confronting our violent history. His new book is 'Truth-Telling: History, Sovereignty, and the Uluru Statement'. Broadcast on 23 February 2021.

Award-winning ABC investigative reporter Louise Milligan delves into the issues examined in her latest book, 'Witness: An Investigation Into the Brutal Cost of Seeking Justice.' Louise talks about the traumatic effects witnesses and complainants of sexual abuse experience under cross-examination, and whilst navigating the criminal justice system in Australia. Broadcast on 16 February 2021.

Philosopher and diver Peter Godfrey-Smith speaks in-depth about his new book, 'Metazoa: Animal Minds and the Birth of Consciousness'. Peter explains how conscious experience evolved from animals in the sea millions of years ago. He introduces us to some of the fascinating creatures he meets in his scuba dives; sponges, soft coral, banded shrimp, giant cuttlefish, and hermit crabs. Peter is a professor in the School of History and Philosophy of Science at The University of Sydney. Broadcast on 9 February 2021.