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Sydney Ideas

Great minds don't always think alike

Sydney Ideas is the University of Sydney's public talks program. We believe in the value of ideas that make a difference and have been bringing leading thinkers from around the world to Sydney since 2006.

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COVID-19: Fear and anxiety

People are unsettled by COVID-19. We’re seeing pictures of empty shelves in shops across Australia and reading reports of chaos and social shutdowns from Europe and the US. What's going on?

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Eat like the animals

David Raubenheimer and Stephen Simpson have been studying animal appetites. They share lessons from nature for nutritional balance, weight control and a longer life.

Ian Hickie

To the point: mental health and COVID-19

It's an uncertain time. People are anxious. So, how do we communicate and channel our anxiety to respond productively? Listen to our insightful conversation with Professor Ian Hickie.

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Climate change: the convergence of crisis

Sharan Burrow, Ross Garnaut and Frances Flanagan discuss the climate emergency, inequality and the breakdown of trust in democracy.

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