Centre for Ideas | UNSW Sydney

Past Events

28 Feb Past event

Peter Frankopan: The Earth Transformed

Examining human history through the lens of the natural world, hear from historian and author Peter Frankopan on the crucial role the environment plays in the existence humankind.

30 Nov Past event

Sean Turnell: An Unlikely Prisoner

Explore Sean Turnell's tale of endurance, hope, and unyielding determination.

16 Nov Past event

The Art of Scepticism in a Data-Driven World

Discover truth amidst misinformation with Carl Bergstrom and Rob Brooks.

7 Sep Past event

The Next Generation of News

Discover the awe-inspiring stories of young trailblazers who are making waves in the news industry.

6 Sep Past event

Navigating Two Worlds

In a nuanced discussion of race, religion, gender and culture in Australia and Egypt, hear what it’s like to live between two worlds.

5 Sep Past event

Angela Saini: How Men Came to Rule

Unpick the fabric of the gender hierarchy with journalist Angela Saini.

28 Aug Past event

The Truth Defence: Ben Roberts-Smith and the Media

Go beyond the headlines and explore the biggest defamation trial in Australia’s history.

17 Aug Past event

Psychedelics: From ‘Magic’ to Medicinal

Could psychedelics unlock the answers to managing mental health? 

16 Aug Past event

Robert Waldinger: Unlocking the Secret to Happiness

Learn how to be happy and fulfilled from the world's longest scientific study.

15 Aug Past event

Meganne Christian: An Evening with a Future Astronaut

With passion and perseverance, even the sky is not the limit.

14 Aug Past event

From threatened to flourishing, can we save our endangered species?

27 Jun Past event

Michael Kirby: Health & Human Rights

A healthy world begins with accessible healthcare for all.

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