Everyone has regrets, even Bob Hawke, and today's episode is all about the political paradox of trying to stay true to your values and still bring everyone along with you.

The former PM is being remembered today at a State Memorial Service at the Sydney Opera House and we wanted to understand what drove him to make the changes he did to Australian life.

He leaves behind an impressive legacy, floating the dollar and introducing Medicare, but he was most proud of the work he did ending aparthied and saving Antarctica from mining development.

We talk to one of his closest offsiders to find out about the glory and the hazards of having such strong values.

Featured:

Dr Craig Emerson - Economist and former Labor Minister.