Opinions - La Trobe University http://www.latrobe.edu.au Interviews and opinions with La Trobe University academics and guests Feeder 2.0.7(1195) http://reinventedsoftware.com/feeder/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved matthew.smith@latrobe.edu.au Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:43:22 +1100 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:43:22 +1100 http://www.latrobe.edu.au/marketing/assets/podcasts/images/podcast-opinions.jpg Opinions - La Trobe University http://www.latrobe.edu.au 144 144 La Trobe University La Trobe, University, academic, education, opinions no La Trobe University matthew.smith@latrobe.edu.au http://www.latrobe.edu.au/marketing/assets/podcasts/rssfeeds/opinions.xml no Vaccines for the World's Poorest http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/nov2009-michael-good.mp3 Professor Michael Good, Director of the Queensland Institute of Medical Research, discusses the challenges of making affordable vaccines for the world's poorest people.

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]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:30:52 +1100 vaccines-for-the-worlds-poorest Professor Michael Good Professor Michael Good, Director of the Queensland Institute of Medical Research, discusses the challenges of making affordable vaccines for the world's poorest people. Professor Michael Good, Director of the Queensland Institute of Medical Research, discusses the challenges of making affordable vaccines for the world's poorest people. Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, health, michael good, vaccine, queensland no 10:30 Using X-Rays to see the Small Scale http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/nov1309-tilley-peele.mp3 X-Rays can be used to examine cells and viruses in great detail, and Professor Leanne Tilley and Assoc. Professor Andrew Peele of La Trobe University have been using them to examine and treat the Malaria virus, which still kills millions each year.

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]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:23:49 +1100 using-xrays-to-see-the-small-scale Professor Leann Tilley and Assoc. Professor Andrew Peele X-Rays can be used to examine cells and viruses in great detail, and Professor Leanne Tilley and Assoc. Professor Andrew Peele of La Trobe University have been using them to examine and treat the Malaria virus, which still kills millions each year. X-Rays can be used to examine cells and viruses in great detail, and Professor Leanne Tilley and Assoc. Professor Andrew Peele of La Trobe University have been using them to examine and treat the Malaria virus, which still kills millions each year. Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, health, x-ray, physics, leann tilley, andrew peele, microscope no 17:26 A Talk With Malcolm Fraser http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/nov0209-malcolm-fraser.mp3 Former Prime Minister of Australia (1975 - 1983) Malcolm Fraser discusses his time as the leader of a country, what prompted him to join politics, and what he would give his attention to if he were in power today.

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]]> Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:10:24 +1100 a-talk-with-malcolm-fraser La Trobe University Former Prime Minister of Australia (1975 - 1983) Malcolm Fraser discusses his time as the leader of a country, what prompted him to join politics, and what he would give his attention to if he were in power today. Former Prime Minister of Australia (1975 - 1983) Malcolm Fraser discusses his time as the leader of a country, what prompted him to join politics, and what he would give his attention to if he were in power today. Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, human rights, politics, australian politicians, australia, prime minister, malcolm fraser, boat people, health, education no 26:53 Gay Rights http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/oct2809-dennis-altman.mp3 How are gay rights viewed on a global scale? Professor Dennis Altman discusses the different views on a topic that can polarise the global community.

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]]> Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:36:11 +1100 gay-rights Professor Dennis Altman How are gay rights viewed on a global scale? Professor Dennis Altman discusses the different views on a topic that can polarise the global community. How are gay rights viewed on a global scale? Professor Dennis Altman discusses the different views on a topic that can polarise the global community. Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, dennis altman, politics, gay, gay rights, human rights no 14:44 The Science of Climate Change Scepticism http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/oct2309-andrew-glikson.mp3 Climate change is such a global problem, that it's amazing sometimes that skepticism has such a strong role in it as it does. This discussion explores the scientific proof that exists behind the phenomenon.

Dr. Andrew Glikson is a climate change scientist and a visiting fellow at the Australian National University (ANU).

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]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:15:03 +1100 the-science-of-climate-change-scepticism Dr Andrew Glikson Climate change is such a global problem, that it's amazing sometimes that skepticism has such a strong role in it as it does. Dr. Andrew Glikson is a visiting fellow at the Australian National University (ANU). Climate change is such a global problem, that it's amazing sometimes that skepticism has such a strong role in it as it does. This discussion explores the scientific proof that exists behind the phenomenon. Dr. Andrew Glikson is a climate change scientist and a visiting fellow at the Australian National University (ANU). Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, la trobe, andrew glikson, ANU, australian national university, climate change, science, atmosphere, ecology no 10:57 Economics of the Internet http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/oct1209-david-prentice.mp3 David Prentice discusses how businesses stay the same in theory, but how the internet has made it all cheaper, faster, and larger.

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]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:11:50 +1100 economics-of-the-internet Dr David Prentice David Prentice discusses how businesses stay the same in theory, but how the internet has made it all cheaper, faster, and larger. David Prentice discusses how businesses stay the same in theory, but how the internet has made it all cheaper, faster, and larger. Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, la trobe, david prentice, economics, internet, computers, spam, facebook, advertisement, scam, scams no 11:21 In Defence of Dan Brown http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/oct0909-chris-scanlon.mp3 Dan Brown's books mightn't be the best example of literature, but surely it has to have it's good points. Dr Chris Scanlon of La Trobe University's media department has some good things to say about it... or at least, the success it generates.

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]]> Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:11:16 +1100 in-defence-of-dan-brown Dr Chris Scanlon Dan Brown's books mightn't be the best example of literature, but surely it has to have it's good points. Dr Chris Scanlon of La Trobe University's media department has some good things to say about it... or at least, the success it generates. Dan Brown's books mightn't be the best example of literature, but surely it has to have it's good points. Dr Chris Scanlon of La Trobe University's media department has some good things to say about it... or at least, the success it generates. Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, la trobe, chris scanlon, scanlon, dan brown, da vinci code, da vinci, the lost symbol, angels, demons, writing, author, book no 11:57 The Politics of Climate Change Scepticism http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/oct0209-clive-hamilton.mp3 Climate change is such a global problem, that it's amazing sometimes that skepticism has such a strong role in it as it does. This discussion explores the political agenda that exists behind the phenomenon.

Professor Clive Hamilton is a professor of public ethics at Charles State University.

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]]> Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:24:19 +1000 the-politics-of-climate-change-scepticism Professor Clive Hamilton Climate change is such a global problem, that it's amazing sometimes that skepticism has such a strong role in it as it does. This discussion explores the political agenda that exists behind the phenomenon. Climate change is such a global problem, that it's amazing sometimes that skepticism has such a strong role in it as it does. This discussion explores the political agenda that exists behind the phenomenon. Professor Clive Hamilton is a professor of public ethics at Charles State University. Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, clive hamilton, climate change, sustainability, politics, CSU, charles sturt university no 12:49 The Teaching Method of Constructive Alignment http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/sep2509-john-biggs.mp3 Constructive alignment is a principle used for devising teaching and learning activities, and assessment tasks, that directly address the learning outcomes intended in a way not typically achieved in traditional lectures, tutorial classes and examinations.

John Biggs is an Honorary Professor of Psychology and Adjunct Professor at the Centre for Teaching and Learning at the University of Hong Kong.

Interviewed by Professor David Spencer, the Associate Dean Academic in the Faculty of Law and Management at La Trobe University.

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]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:20:40 +1000 the-teaching-method-of-constructive-alignment Professor John Biggs Constructive alignment is a principle used for devising teaching and learning activities, and assessment tasks, and directly address the learning outcomes intended in a way not typically achieved in traditional lectures, tutorial classes and examinations. Constructive alignment is a principle used for devising teaching and learning activities, and assessment tasks, that directly address the learning outcomes intended in a way not typically achieved in traditional lectures, tutorial classes and examinations. John Biggs is an Honorary Professor of Psychology and Adjunct Professor at the Centre for Teaching and Learning at the University of Hong Kong. Interviewed by Professor David Spencer, the Associate Dean Academic in the Faculty of Law and Management at La Trobe University. Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, john biggs, hong kong, teaching, curriculum, teaching methods, students, university, constructive alignment no 12:53 Examining Cell Death http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/sep1809-david-vaux.mp3 Humans have about a million billion cells. Every second of every day, over a million of them kill themselves. In fact, committing suicide is the ultimate fate of 99% of our cells. If cells fail to die when they should, they accumulate and can turn into cancers. On the other hand, if cells activate their self-destruct mechanisms when they shouldn't, it can cause damage of important tissues such as the heart and brain.

Professor David Vaux is an ARC Federation Fellow from the La Trobe University Department of Biochemistry.

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]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:26:23 +1000 examining-cell-death Professor David Vaux Humans have about a million billion cells. Every second of every day, over a million of them kill themselves. In fact, committing suicide is the ultimate fate of 99% of our cells. If cells fail to die when they should, they and can turn into cancers. Humans have about a million billion cells. Every second of every day, over a million of them kill themselves. In fact, committing suicide is the ultimate fate of 99% of our cells. If cells fail to die when they should, they accumulate and can turn into cancers. On the other hand, if cells activate their self-destruct mechanisms when they shouldn't, it can cause damage of important tissues such as the heart and brain. Professor David Vaux is an ARC Federation Fellow from the La Trobe University Department of Biochemistry. Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, biochemistry, biochemist, virus, la trobe, cell, biology, molecular biology, david vaux, chemistry no 11:22 The Emissions Trade Scheme (ETS) http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/sep1409-ian-tulloch.mp3 The Emissions Trade Scheme (ETS) could cause an upset in Federal Politics when it is voted on this coming November.

Ian Tulloch is an academic from the La Trobe University Politics Program

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]]> Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:23:59 +1000 the-emissions-trade-scheme-ets-in-australian-fed-1 Ian Tulloch The Emissions Trade Scheme (ETS) could cause an upset in Federal Politics when it is voted on this coming November. The Emissions Trade Scheme (ETS) could cause an upset in Federal Politics when it is voted on this coming November. Ian Tulloch is an academic from the La Trobe University Politics Program Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, ian tulloch, politics, ETS, federal politics, turnbull, rudd, australian politicians, australia no 13:15 Using snail hearts in serotonin research http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/aug2809-michelle-gibson.mp3 Snails have a unique coping mechanism of dealing with serotonin, which causes heart disease amongst humans. The hope is that by experimenting on them, an effective treatment can be found.

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]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:54:47 +1000 using-snail-hearts-in-serotonin-research Dr Michelle Gibson Snails have a unique coping mechanism of dealing with serotonin, which causes heart disease amongst humans. The hope is that by experimenting on them, an effective treatment can be found. Snails have a unique coping mechanism of dealing with serotonin, which causes heart disease amongst humans. The hope is that by experimenting on them, an effective treatment can be found. You can view a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/snail-heart-research-with-michelle-gibson/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, michelle gibson, snail, biology, animal, zoology, heart disease no 5:27 The Emissions Trade Scheme (ETS) in Australian Federal Politics http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/aug2409-ian-tulloch.mp4 The Emissions Trade Scheme (ETS) could cause an upset in Federal Politics when it is voted on this coming November.

Ian Tulloch is an academic from the La Trobe University Politics Program

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]]> Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:40:02 +1000 the-emissions-trade-scheme-ets-in-australian-fed Ian Tulloch The Emissions Trade Scheme (ETS) could cause an upset in Federal Politics when it is voted on this coming November. The Emissions Trade Scheme (ETS) could cause an upset in Federal Politics when it is voted on this coming November. Ian Tulloch is an academic from the La Trobe University Politics Program Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, ian tulloch, politics, ETS, federal politics, turnbull, rudd, australian politicians, australia no 3:09 The Global Melting Point http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/aug1909-john-russell.mp3 Has the global temperature always been changing, and are humans having an effect on it? An engineer's perspective on what needs to be done to change the course of the global climate.

You can view a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/global-melting-point-with-john-russell/transcript

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]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:01:24 +1000 the-global-melting-point Dr John Russell Has the global temperature always been changing, and are humans having an effect on it? An engineer's perspective on what needs to be done to change the course of the global climate. Has the global temperature always been changing, and are humans having an effect on it? An engineer's perspective on what needs to be done to change the course of the global climate. You can view a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/global-melting-point-with-john-russell/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, engineering, global climate, global temperature, global warming no 15:21 Exploring Biochemistry http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/aug0709-nick-hoogenraad.mp3 Nick Hoogenraad talks about the beginning of biochemistry and his work with mitochondria.

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]]> Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:33:10 +1000 exploring-biochemistry Professor Nick Hoogenraad Nick Hoogenraad talks about the beginning of biochemistry and his work with mitochondria. Nick Hoogenraad talks about the beginning of biochemistry and his work with mitochondria. You can view a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/exploring-biochemistry-with-nick-hoogenraad/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, nick hoogenraad, biochemistry, cell, body, human, biology no 12:00 How Teaching Should Change http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/aug0309-lorraine-ling.mp3 Lorraine Ling discusses the future of teaching, what is right and wrong in the education system, and the challenges of correctly addressing the needs of a school.

You can view a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/future-teaching-with-lorraine-ling/transcript

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]]> Mon, 03 Aug 2009 13:33:10 +1000 how-teaching-should-change Professor Lorraine Ling Lorraine Ling discusses the future of teaching, what is right and wrong in the education system, and the challenges of correctly addressing the needs of a school. Lorraine Ling discusses the future of teaching, what is right and wrong in the education system, and the challenges of correctly addressing the needs of a school. You can view a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/future-teaching-with-lorraine-ling/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, teaching, learning, schools, education, lorraine ling no 15:58 Rebuilding Somalia http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/jul2409-issa-farah.mp3 The Minister for Oil and Minerals in the Somalian state of Puntland, and a former La Trobe student, Issa Farah talks about the challenges of rebuilding Somalia.

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]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2009 16:22:39 +1000 rebuilding-somalia Issa Farah The Minister for Oil and Minerals in the Somalian state of Puntland, and a former La Trobe student, Issa Farah talks about the challenges of rebuilding Somalia. The Minister for Oil and Minerals in the Somalian state of Puntland, and a former La Trobe student, Issa Farah talks about the challenges of rebuilding Somalia. You can view a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/rebuilding-somalia-with-issa-farah/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, puntland, somalia, pirates, somalian pirates, issa farah no 11:02 Teaching with New Media http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-jul1709-chris-scanlon.mp3 Does Twitter, iTunes and blogging have a place in teaching the future journalists of the world?

You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/new-media-teaching-with-chris-scanlon/transcript

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]]> Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:47:54 +1000 teaching-with-new-media Dr Chris Scanlon Does Twitter, iTunes and blogging have a place in teaching the future journalists of the world? Does Twitter, iTunes and blogging have a place in teaching the future journalists of the world? You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/new-media-teaching-with-chris-scanlon/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, chris scanlon, media, journalism, twitter, itunes, blog, wordpress no 12:21 Is Australia a Racist Country? http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/jul1009-sandy-gifford.mp3 Are Australians racist? Who are we to speak? Who can call themselves real Australians? Professor Sandy Gifford, Director of La Trobe University's Refugee Health Research Centre, believes this is the case.

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]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:48:02 +1000 is-australia-a-racist-country Professor Sandy Gifford Are Australians racist? Who are we to speak? Who can call themselves real Australians? Professor Sandy Gifford, Director of La Trobe University's Refugee Health Research Centre, believes this is the case. Are Australians racist? Who are we to speak? Who can call themselves real Australians? Professor Sandy Gifford, Director of La Trobe University's Refugee Health Research Centre, believes this is the case. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/australian-racism-with-sandy-gifford/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, sandy gifford, racism, australia, refugee no 12:27 Fighting Corruption http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/jun2909-cobus-de-swardt.mp3 Cobus de Swardt, Managing Director at Transparency International, the world’s leading non-governmental organisation fighting corruption. As a sociologist, his achievements spanned the fields of globalisation, development policy, international relations and multinational business management. He has taught at universities in Australia, Germany, Japan and South Africa, and worked in various countries for multinational corporations, trade unions and research institutes in managerial and research capacities.

Adjunct Professor Peter Loney is a former Deputy Speaker Victorian Legislative Assembly and former Chairman of the Australasian Council of Public Accounts Committees.

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]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:53:07 +1000 fighting-corruption Cobus de Swardt Cobus de Swardt, Managing Director at Transparency International, the world’s leading non-governmental organisation fighting corruption. Cobus de Swardt, Managing Director at Transparency International, the world’s leading non-governmental organisation fighting corruption. As a sociologist, his achievements spanned the fields of globalisation, development policy, international relations and multinational business management. He has taught at universities in Australia, Germany, Japan and South Africa, and worked in various countries for multinational corporations, trade unions and research institutes in managerial and research capacities. Adjunct Professor Peter Loney is a former Deputy Speaker Victorian Legislative Assembly and former Chairman of the Australasian Council of Public Accounts Committees. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/fighting-corruption-with-cobus-de-swardt/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, finance, corruption, cobus de swardt no 13:21 Imaginary Friends http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/jun1909-evan-kidd.mp3 Dr Evan Kidd from the School of Psychological Sciences discusses the benefits exhibited by children who have imaginary friends in their developmental life.

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]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:28:17 +1000 imaginary-friends Dr Evan Kidd Dr Evan Kidd from the School of Psychological Sciences discusses the benefits exhibited by children who have imaginary friends in their developmental life. Dr Evan Kidd from the School of Psychological Sciences discusses the benefits exhibited by children who have imaginary friends in their developmental life. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/imaginary-friends-with-evan-kidd/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, evan kidd, psychology, imaginary friend, imagination, child development, development no 17:51 Lifting the Veil on our Ingrained Racism http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-jun1309-sandy-gifford-op.mp3 Is Australia racist? Confronting our racism is painful but denying it is wrong and making up excuses for specific acts of violence makes us complicit. It also makes us racist.

You can read this opinion piece at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/opinion/lifting-the-veil-on-our-ingrained-racism

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]]> Sat, 13 Jun 2009 12:49:22 +1000 lifting-the-veil-on-our-ingrained-racism Professor Sandy Gifford Is Australia racist? Confronting our racism is painful but denying it is wrong and making up excuses for specific acts of violence makes us complicit. It also makes us racist. Is Australia racist? Confronting our racism is painful but denying it is wrong and making up excuses for specific acts of violence makes us complicit. It also makes us racist. You can read this opinion piece at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/opinion/lifting-the-veil-on-our-ingrained-racism Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, sandy gifford, racism, australian racism no 6:07 Obama's First 100 days http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/may2909-nick-bisley.mp3 Nick Bisley of Politics appraises the progress of U.S. President Barack Obama.

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]]> Fri, 29 May 2009 12:49:39 +1000 obamas-first-100-days Assoc. Professor Nick Bisley Nick Bisley of Politics appraises the progress of U.S. President Barack Obama. Nick Bisley of Politics appraises the progress of U.S. President Barack Obama. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/obamas-first-100-with-nick-bisley/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, nick bisley, politics, obama, barack obama no 17:51 How TV Ratings Work http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/may2509-sue-turnbull.mp3 Sue Turnbull discusses the Australian television rating system, and the high rating dramas 'Underbelly' and 'Packed to the Rafters'.

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]]> Mon, 25 May 2009 14:30:29 +1000 how-tv-ratings-work Dr Sue Turnbull Sue Turnbull discusses the Australian television rating system, and the high rating dramas 'Underbelly' and 'Packed to the Rafters'. Sue Turnbull discusses the Australian television rating system, and the high rating dramas 'Underbelly' and 'Packed to the Rafters'. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/whats-rating-with-sue-turnbull/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, sue turnbull, television, underbelly, packed to the rafters no 19:10 Middle Eastern Peace http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/may1509-joe-camilleri.mp3 Joe Camilleri talks about the need for effective dialogue in the Middle East, and the results of a recent trip to make headway into this problem.

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]]> Fri, 15 May 2009 11:56:36 +1000 middle-eastern-peace Professor Joseph Camilleri Joe Camilleri talks about the need for effective dialogue in the Middle East, and the results of a recent trip to make headway into this problem. Joe Camilleri talks about the need for effective dialogue in the Middle East, and the results of a recent trip to make headway into this problem. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/middle-eastern-peace-with-joe-camilleri/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, middle east, khatami, politics, joseph camilleri, war no 16:29 A Talk with Mike Moore http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/may0109-mike-moore.mp3 The Right Honourable Mike Moore is the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, former leader of the World Trade Organisation, and current Adjunct Professor of La Trobe University.

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]]> Fri, 01 May 2009 11:56:36 +1000 a-talk-with-mike-moore La Trobe University The Right Honourable Mike Moore is the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, former leader of the World Trade Organisation, and current Adjunct Professor of La Trobe University. The Right Honourable Mike Moore is the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, former leader of the World Trade Organisation, and current Adjunct Professor of La Trobe University. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/a-talk-with-mike-moore/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, new zealand, prime minister, wto, world trade organisation, poverty, economy no 18:15 Shattered Anzacs http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/apr2309-marina-larsson.mp3 Dr Marina Larsson discusses her new book 'Shattered Anzacs', and the hardships faced by injured soldiers and their families.

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]]> Thu, 23 Apr 2009 11:55:12 +1000 shattered-anzacs Dr Marina Larsson Dr Marina Larsson discusses her new book 'Shattered Anzacs', and the hardships faced by injured soldiers and their families. Dr Marina Larsson discusses her new book 'Shattered Anzacs', and the hardships faced by injured soldiers and their families. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/shattered-anzacs-with-marina-larrson/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, marina larsson, war, australia, anzac, injury no 13:57 Corporate Responsibility http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/apr1609-prakash-sethi.mp3 Professor Prakash Sethi from the City University of New York talks about the responsibility corporations have to society, their customers, and their employees.

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]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:41:18 +1000 corporate-responsibility Professor Prakash Sethi Professor Prakash Sethi from the City University of New York talks about the responsibility corporations have to society, their customers, and their employees. Professor Prakash Sethi from the City University of New York talks about the responsibility corporations have to society, their customers, and their employees. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/corporate-response-with-prakash-sethi/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, prakash sethi, corporations, corporate responsibility no 19:53 Remaking Television Comedy http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/apr0309-sue-turnbull.mp3 Sue Turnbull of Media Studies discusses remaking comedy sitcoms in different countries, such as 'Kath and Kim' and 'The Office'.

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]]> Fri, 03 Apr 2009 11:41:18 +1100 remaking-television-comedy Dr Sue Turnbull Sue Turnbull of Media Studies discusses remaking comedy sitcoms in different countries, such as 'Kath and Kim' and 'The Office'. Sue Turnbull of Media Studies discusses remaking comedy sitcoms in different countries, such as 'Kath and Kim' and 'The Office'. You can read a transcript for this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/remaking-comedy-with-sue-turnbull/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, sue turnbull, kath and kim, kath & kim, comedy, television, the office no 19:53 How Intolerant Should a Religious School be Allowed to be? http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-mar3109-audio.mp3 A Christian school in Melbourne’s west recently refused to offer a training placement to a Muslim student teacher (The Age, 25/03/09). The refusal was clearly based on the religious difference between the student teacher and the school. The Principal was quoted as saying that accepting the student teacher “would have been confusing for the kids. It’s not that we have anything against her or her beliefs; we just felt it was an inappropriate placement.”

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]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:59:56 +1100 how-intolerant-should-a-religious-school-be-allowe Dr Stephen Tudor A Christian school in Melbourne’s west recently refused to offer a training placement to a Muslim student teacher. The refusal was clearly based on the religious difference between the student teacher and the school. A Christian school in Melbourne’s west recently refused to offer a training placement to a Muslim student teacher (The Age, 25/03/09). The refusal was clearly based on the religious difference between the student teacher and the school. The Principal was quoted as saying that accepting the student teacher “would have been confusing for the kids. It’s not that we have anything against her or her beliefs; we just felt it was an inappropriate placement.” You can read this opinion piece at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/opinion/intolerance-in-religious-schools Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, religion, religious tolerance, tolerance, stephen tudor no 4:33 Encouraging Diplomatic Dialogue http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-mar2709-audio.mp3 Joseph Camilleri talks about the challenges and merits of encouraging dialogue between different cultures.

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]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:53:36 +1100 encouraging-diplomatic-dialogue Professor Joseph Camilleri Joseph Camilleri talks about the challenges and merits of encouraging dialogue between different cultures. Joseph Camilleri talks about the challenges and merits of encouraging dialogue between different cultures. http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/centre-for-dialogue-with-joe-camilleri/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, joseph camilleri, khatami, diplomacy, centre for dialogue no 16:15 Prehistoric Life http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-mar2009-audio.mp3 With a bit of time travel, Ben Kear looks at dinosaur ancestors.

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]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2009 10:54:08 +1100 prehistoric-life Dr Ben Kear With a bit of time travel, Ben Kear looks at dinosaur ancestors. With a bit of time travel, Ben Kear looks at dinosaur ancestors. You can read a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/prehistoric-life-with-ben-kear/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, ben kear, dinosaurs, australia, comedy, time travel no 16:40 Plant Biotechnology http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-mar0609-audio.mp3 Roger Parish discusses the methods, reasons, and implications of plant biotechnology, as well as the research being undertaken at La Trobe University.

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]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2009 14:56:49 +1100 plant-biotechnology Professor Roger Parish Roger Parish discusses the methods, reasons, and implications of plant biotechnology, as well as the research being undertaken at La Trobe University. Roger Parish discusses the methods, reasons, and implications of plant biotechnology, as well as the research being undertaken at La Trobe University. You can read a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/plant-biotechnology-with-roger-parish/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, genetics, plants, plant biotechnology, GM crops, roger parish no 11:06 Khatami in Melbourne http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-feb1909-audio.mp3 Mohammad Khatami, widely regarded as the leader of Iran’s reform movement, has announced his candidacy for the presidential election to be held this June. Next month he will be visiting Melbourne at the invitation of the Centre for Dialogue at La Trobe University.

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]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:59:56 +1100 khatami-in-melbourne Professor Joseph Camilleri Mohammad Khatami, widely regarded as the leader of Iran’s reform movement, has announced his candidacy for the presidential election to be held this June. Mohammad Khatami, widely regarded as the leader of Iran’s reform movement, has announced his candidacy for the presidential election to be held this June. Next month he will be visiting Melbourne at the invitation of the Centre for Dialogue at La Trobe University. You can read this opinion piece at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/opinion/khatami-in-melbourne Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, diplomacy, joseph camilleri, khatami no 6:53 Universities are too Slow to Climate Change http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-feb1309-audio.mp3 While companies are starting to integrate environmental sustainability and climate change impacts into their strategic planning, decision making and product choices, many universities are producing graduates for yesterday’s world.

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]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2009 14:56:49 +1100 universities-are-too-slow-to-climate-change Professor Carol Adams While companies are starting to integrate environmental sustainability and climate change impacts into their strategic planning, decision making and product choices, many universities are producing graduates for yesterday’s world. While companies are starting to integrate environmental sustainability and climate change impacts into their strategic planning, decision making and product choices, many universities are producing graduates for yesterday’s world. You can read this opinion piece at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/opinion/universities-too-slow-to-climate-change Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, carol adams, climate change, environment, sustainability no 4:40 Charles Darwin: He Told you so http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-feb1609-audio.mp3 Charles Darwin turns 200 this year, but being the poster boy for science has come with a price.

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]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:56:49 +1100 charles-darwin-he-told-you-so Dr Alexis Harley Charles Darwin turns 200 this year, but being the poster boy for science has come with a price. Charles Darwin turns 200 this year, but being the poster boy for science has come with a price. You can read this opinion piece at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/opinion/charles-darwin-he-told-you-so Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, evolution, history, charles darwin, darwin no 7:12 Sports Economics http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-feb0209-audio.mp3 Liam Lenten discusses the ins and outs of analysing sports

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]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:56:49 +1100 sports-economics Dr Liam Lenten Liam Lenten discusses the ins and outs of analysing sports Liam Lenten discusses the ins and outs of analysing sports You can read a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/sports-economics-with-liam-lenten/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, liam lenten, sports economics, sports, economics no 15:25 Are Digital Natives a Myth? http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-jan2909-audio.mp3 Over the past decade or so an exotic tribe has appeared in the nation's educational institutions. They are the Digital Natives: people born after 1980s who seem to have an innate mastery of technology.

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]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:56:49 +1100 are-digital-natives-a-myth Dr Christopher Scanlon Over the past decade or so an exotic tribe has appeared in the nation's educational institutions. They are the Digital Natives: people born after 1980s who seem to have an innate mastery of technology. Over the past decade or so an exotic tribe has appeared in the nation'seducational institutions. They are the Digital Natives: people born after1980s who seem to have an innate mastery of technology. You can read this opinion piece at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/opinion/are-digital-natives-a-myth Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, chris scanlon, media, journalism, digital media no 8:50 Nursing Shortages Will Cripple the Rural Health Care System http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-jan2109-audio.mp3 Amanda Kenny talks on the shortage of nurses in rural Victoria

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]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:56:49 +1100 nursing-shortages-will-cripple-the-rural-health-ca Assoc. Professor Amanda Kenny Amanda Kenny talks on the shortage of nurses in rural Victoria Amanda Kenny talks on the shortage of nurses in rural Victoria You can read this opinion piece at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/opinion/nursing-shortage-cripple-the-rural-areas Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, nursing, health, amanda kenny, rural health no 7:01 Complementary Medicines http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-jan1609-audio.mp3 Ken Harvey discusses medicine control and regulation

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]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:56:49 +1100 complementary-medicines Dr Ken Harvey Ken Harvey discusses medicine control and regulation. Ken Harvey discusses medicine control and regulation You can read a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/podcasts/complementary-medicines-with-ken-harvey/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, ken harvey, medicine, pharmacy, complementary medicines no 15:33 Please Give Me Back My $2 http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2009/opinion-jan0709-audio.mp3 Dr Liam Lenten of the school of economics and finance weighs up the merit of the government's support of Australia's bid to achieve the FIFA world cup.

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]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:08:21 +1100 please-give-me-back-my-$2 Dr Liam Lenten Dr Liam Lenten of the school of economics and finance weighs up the merit of the government's support of Australia's bid to achieve the FIFA world cup. Dr Liam Lenten of the school of economics and finance weighs up the merit of the government's support of Australia's bid to achieve the FIFA world cup. You can read this opinion piece at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2009/opinion/please-give-me-back-my-two-dollars Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, economics, liam lenten, sports, sports economics no 6:48 Ego and Soul http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-dec1708-audio.mp3 Professor John Carroll discusses the desire for the soul to crave meaning.

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]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:50:07 +1100 ego-and-soul Professor John Carroll Professor John Carroll discusses the desire for the soul to crave meaning. Professor John Carroll discusses the desire for the soul to crave meaning. A transcript of this podcast is also available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/ego-and-soul-with-john-carroll/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe university, philosophy, ego, soul no 12:30 The Mona Lisa http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-nov2808-audio.mp3 Professor Donald Sassoon of the Queen Mary University of London discusses The Mona Lisa, why it means so much to world culture, and how it has become so iconic.

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]]> Sat, 29 Nov 2008 16:19:51 +1100 the-mona-lisa Professor Donald Sassoon Professor Donald Sassoon of the Queen Mary University of London discusses The Mona Lisa, why it means so much to world culture, and how it has become so iconic. Professor Donald Sassoon of the Queen Mary University of London discusses The Mona Lisa, why it means so much to world culture, and how it has become so iconic. http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/the-mona-lisa-with-donald-sassoon/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. donald sassoon, history, mona lisa no 13:38 Russian History http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-nov2408-audio.mp3 Dr Adrian Jones of the History Department talks about Russian culture and history.

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]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2008 16:19:24 +1100 russian-history Dr Adrian Jones Dr Adrian Jones of the History Department talks about Russian culture and history. Dr Adrian Jones of the History Department talks about Russian culture and history. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/russian-history-with-adrian-jones/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, history, russian history, russia, adrian jones no 14:34 Terra Nullius - The Empty Land http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-nov1008-audio.mp3 Professor Daniel Richter, head of The McNeil Center for Early American Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, talks about native land rights.

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]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:18:49 +1100 terra-nullius-with-professor-daniel-richter Professor Daniel Richter Professor Daniel Richter, head of The McNeil Center for Early American Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, talks about native land rights. Professor Daniel Richter, head of The McNeil Center for Early American Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, talks about native land rights. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/terra-nullius-with-professor-daniel-richter/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. daniel richter, native americans, native american history, history, american history no 17:30 Maths Matters http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-oct3108-audio.mp3 Dr Marcel Jackson talks about the practical applications of maths and La Trobe's successes in educating.

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]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:00:08 +1100 maths-matters Dr Marcel Jackson Dr Marcel Jackson talks about the practical applications of maths and La Trobe's successes in educating. Dr Marcel Jackson talks about the practical applications of maths and La Trobe's successes in educating. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/maths-matters-with-dr-marcel-jackson/transcript Copyright La Trobe University 2009, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, maths, maths education, marcel jackson, statistics no 14:24 Aboriginal Sourcery http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-oct2408-audio.mp3 Professor Henry Reynolds from the University of Tasmania discusses the concept of Aboriginal sorcery.

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]]> Fri, 24 Oct 2008 16:14:53 +1100 aboriginal-sourcery Professor Henry Reynolds Professor Henry Reynolds from the University of Tasmania discusses the concept of Aboriginal sorcery. Professor Henry Reynolds from the University of Tasmania discusses the concept of Aboriginal sorcery. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/aboriginal-sorcery-with-professor-henry-reynolds/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, aboriginal history, henry reynolds, aboriginal, australian politicians, tasmania no 10:57 A Talk With Carmen Lawrence http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-oct1708-audio.mp3 The former WA Premier shares her views on her long career and current Australian and international politics.

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]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:02:57 +1100 a-talk-with-carmen-lawrence La Trobe University The former WA Premier shares her views on her long career and current Australian and international politics. The former WA Premier shares her views on her long career and current Australian and international politics. A transcript of this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/a-talk-with-carmen-lawrence/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, australian politics, politics, western australia, carmen lawrence, politician, australian politicians no 8:37 Native Authorities http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-oct1008-audio.mp3 PhD student Ben Silverstein talks about the influences of early administration policies on the Aboriginal population.

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]]> Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:17:48 +1100 native-authorities Ben Silverstein PhD student Ben Silverstein talks about the influences of early administration policies on the Aboriginal population. PhD student Ben Silverstein talks about the influences of early administration policies on the Aboriginal population. A transcript of this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/native-authorities-with-ben-silverstein/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, ben silverstien, history, australian history, aboriginal history, aboriginies, native, settlers no 11:37 U.S. Election Lead-Up http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-oct0208-audio.mp3 Dennis Altman and Nick Bisley discuss the upcoming U.S. election between Barack Obama and John McCain.

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]]> Thu, 02 Oct 2008 16:13:17 +1000 us-election-leadup Professor Dennis Altman and Associate Professor Nick Bisley Dennis Altman and Nick Bisley discuss the upcoming U.S. election between Barack Obama and John McCain. Dennis Altman and Nick Bisley discuss the upcoming U.S. election between Barack Obama and John McCain. A transcript of this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/u.s.-election-lead-up-with-dennis-altman-and-nick-bisley/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, dennis altman, nick bisley, politics, american politics, barack obama, john mccain no 22:53 Same-Sex Attraction http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-sep1808-audio.mp3 Professor Anne Mitchell of the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society (ARCSHS) discusses homophobia induced bullying in schools, and students who experience same-sex attraction.

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]]> Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:20:30 +1000 samesex-attraction Professor Anne Mitchell Professor Anne Mitchell of the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society (ARCSHS) discusses homophobia induced bullying in schools, and students who experience same-sex attraction. Professor Anne Mitchell of the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society (ARCSHS) discusses homophobia induced bullying in schools, and students who experience same-sex attraction. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/same-sex-attraction-with-anne-mitchell/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, anne mitchell, sex education, same-sex attraction, homophobia, bullying no 12:57 Racial Identity http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-sep1208-audio.mp3 Dr Tim Minchin talks about racial identity in America and the outcome of the U.S. election between Barack Obama and John McCain

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]]> Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:17:44 +1000 racial-identity Dr Timothy Minchin Dr Tim Minchin talks about racial identity in America and the outcome of the U.S. election between Barack Obama and John McCain. Dr Tim Minchin talks about racial identity in America and the outcome of the U.S. election between Barack Obama and John McCain A transcript of this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/racial-identity-with-dr.-tim-minchin/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. racial history, history, obama, american politics, american history, tim minchin no 10:32 Journey to the Paralympics http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-sep0408-audio.mp3 Student Chris Mullins (and subsequent gold medal winning athlete) takes the time to discuss his challenges and experiences before departing for Beijing.

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]]> Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:10:52 +1000 Chris Mullins Student Chris Mullins (and subsequent gold medal winning athlete) takes the time to discuss his challenges and experiences before departing for Beijing. Student Chris Mullins (and subsequent gold medal winning athlete) takes the time to discuss his challenges and experiences before departing for Beijing. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/paralympic-dreams-with-chris-mullins/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, students, paralympics, beijing no 11:25 Autism Research http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-aug2508c-audio.mp3 Dr Cheryl Dissanayake talks about the importance of early diagnosis and intervention amongst children suffering from autism, and the success and challenges her team faces.

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]]> Mon, 25 Aug 2008 16:10:13 +1000 autism-research Dr Cheryll Dissanayake Dr Cheryl Dissanayake talks about the importance of early diagnosis and intervention amongst children suffering from autism, and the success and challenges her team faces. Dr Cheryl Dissanayake talks about the importance of early diagnosis and intervention amongst children suffering from autism, and the success and challenges her team faces. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/autism-research-with-dr-cheryl-dissanayake/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. la trobe, autism, cheryl dissanayake, children, health, mental health no 13:46 Olympian Physiotherapy http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-aug0808-audio.mp3 La Trobe University physiotherapist Mark Alexander talks about caring for athletes before flying to Beijing.

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]]> Fri, 08 Aug 2008 16:09:39 +1000 olympian-physiotherapy Mark Alexander La Trobe University physiotherapist Mark Alexander talks about caring for athletes before flying to Beijing. La Trobe University physiotherapist Mark Alexander talks about caring for athletes before flying to Beijing. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/olympian-physiotherapy-with-mark-alexander/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. La Trobe, physiotherapy, mark alexander, olympics, beijing olympics no 11:40 A Talk With Professor Tim Flannery http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-jul3108-audio.mp3 A talk with Professor Tim Flannery: He's a well known and respected scientist, Australian of the year 2007, an alumni of La Trobe, and for that alone he's a winner in our books, plus if you believe his wikipedia page he's the body double for Billy Joel on his next Australian tour.

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]]> Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:08:55 +1000 a-talk-with-professor-tim-flannery La Trobe University A talk with Professor Tim Flannery: He's a well known and respected scientist, Australian of the year 2007, renowned environmentalist, and an alumni of La Trobe University. A talk with Professor Tim Flannery: He's a well known and respected scientist, Australian of the year 2007, an alumni of La Trobe, and for that alone he's a winner in our books, plus if you believe his wikipedia page he's the body double for Billy Joel on his next Australian tour. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/a-talk-with-tim-flannery/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. La Trobe, Tim Flannery, environment, conservation no 12:38 Space Matters http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-jul2308-audio.mp3 Dr. Murray Parkinson of the Space Physics Group discusses the effects of space weather on Earth

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]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:59:39 +1000 space-matters Dr Murray Parkinson Dr. Murray Parkinson of the Space Physics Group discusses the effects of space weather on Earth Dr. Murray Parkinson of the Space Physics Group discusses the effects of space weather on Earth A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/space-matters/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. space, space weather, Murray Parkinson no 14:40 The Politics of Zimbabwe http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-jun2408b-audio.mp3 Dr David Dorward discusses how Robert Mugabe's despotic rule is plunging Zimbabwe deeper into crisis

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]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2008 10:28:32 +1000 the-politics-of-zimbabwe Dr David Dorward Dr David Dorward discusses how Robert Mugabe's despotic rule is plunging Zimbabwe deeper into crisis. Dr David Dorward discusses how Robert Mugabe's despotic rule is plunging Zimbabwe deeper into crisis A transcript of this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/zimbabwes-crisis-is-africas-challenge/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. David Dorward, Zimbabwe, politics no 18:06 Dental Health http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-jun2308-audio.mp3 Professor Peter Wilson of La Trobe's Dental School discusses the challenges of bringing better dental care and services to Victoria.

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]]> Mon, 23 Jun 2008 10:28:58 +1000 dental-health Professor Peter Wilson Professor Peter Wilson of La Trobe's Dental School discusses the challenges of bringing better dental care and services to Victoria. Professor Peter Wilson of La Trobe's Dental School discusses the challenges of bringing better dental care and services to Victoria. You can read a transcript of this podcast at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/dental-health/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. Peter Wilson, dental, bendigo, dentistry, teeth, health no 14:18 Balancing Life and Work http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-jun1208-audio.mp3 Donatella Cavagnoli of the Department of Economics and Finance discusses the issues of work life balance.

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]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:29:26 +1000 balancing-life-and-work Donatella Cavagnoli Donatella Cavagnoli of the Department of Economics and Finance discusses the issues of work life balance. Donatella Cavagnoli of the Department of Economics and Finance discusses the issues of work life balance. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/work-balance/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. donatella cavagnoli, lifestyle, balance, economics no 11:27 Teaching Science http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-may2308b-audio.mp3 Professor Vaughan Prain discusses current approaches to developing deeper thinking in science in schools.

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]]> Fri, 23 May 2008 11:23:13 +1000 teaching-science Professor Vaughan Prain Professor Vaughan Prain discusses current approaches to developing deeper thinking in science in schools. Professor Vaughan Prain discusses current approaches to developing deeper thinking in science in schools. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/science-education/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. Vaughan Prain, science teaching, science, education no 8:44 Body Image http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-may1408-audio.mp3 Siân McLean discusses a healthy self opinion and La Trobe's 'Set Your Body Free Program'.

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]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 11:54:55 +1000 body-image Sian McLean Siân McLean discusses a healthy self opinion and La Trobe's 'Set Your Body Free Program'. Siân McLean discusses a healthy self opinion and La Trobe's 'Set Your Body Free Program'. A transcript for this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/body-image/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. body image, body, health, overweight no 16:31 Celebrity Culture http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-may0708-audio.mp3 Chris Scanlon explains why celebrities like Wayne Carey are just a product a sick culture

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]]> Wed, 07 May 2008 11:11:55 +1000 celebrity-culture Dr Chris Scanlon Chris Scanlon explains why celebrities like Wayne Carey are just a product a sick culture Chris Scanlon explains why celebrities like Wayne Carey are just a product a sick culture http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/celebrity-culture/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. celebrity, celebrity culture, wayne carey, football, media, chris scanlon no 18:29 Sustainability Reporting http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-may0108-audio.mp3 Professor Adams explains why business must take environmental and sustainability concerns of staff and customers seriously.

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]]> Thu, 01 May 2008 10:33:46 +1000 sustainability-reporting Professor Carol Adams Professor Adams explains why business must take environmental and sustainability concerns of staff and customers seriously. Professor Adams explains why business must take environmental and sustainability concerns of staff and customers seriously. A transcript of this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/sustainability-reporting/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Contact for permissions. sustainability, environment, corporations, carol adams no 19:58 Water Trading http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/www/marketing/assets/podcasts/2008/opinion-apr2308-audio.mp3 Dr Lin Crase from the La Trobe University School of Business discusses the concept of water trading between regional and rural areas, and the issues associated with it.

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]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:05:44 +1000 water-trading Dr Lin Crase Dr Lin Crase from the La Trobe University School of Business discusses the concept of water trading between regional and rural areas, and the issues associated with it. Dr Lin Crase from the La Trobe University School of Business discusses the concept of water trading between regional and rural areas, and the issues associated with it. A transcript of this podcast is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2008/podcasts/water-trading/transcript Copyright 2009 La Trobe University, all rights reserved. Please contact for permissions. water trading, environment, rural, lin crase no 16:24