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Sydney Ideas

Great minds don't always think alike

Sydney Ideas is the University of Sydney's flagship 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 the Sydney community since 2006.

Our latest talks and ideas

In-conversation: Zara Seidler and Phoebe Saintilan

Hear insights from pioneering University of Sydney alumnae Zara Seidler, co-founder of Australia's fastest growing social-first news service, The Daily Aus; and host Phoebe Saintilan, founder of Missing Perspectives.

Breaking down disinformation

Against the facts and evidence, why do we believe the things we do, from conspiracy theories to science denialism? Explore post-truth politics with philosopher Lee McIntyre, digital platforms researcher Joanne Gray and cognitive scientist Micah Goldwater.

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Greening healthcare

Can we save lives and save the planet? Hear how the healthcare sector is tracking, finding solutions and making changes, to be more sustainable and green.

Voices on the Voice: Marcia Langton

The Indigenous Voice to Parliament is one of the most important discussions taking place in Australia. Hear a keynote address on the Voice by Professor Marcia Langton AO.

Unlocking the housing crisis

Why taking a moral and philosophical lens to understanding housing can help us get out of the crisis in Australia – and create a fairer, sustainable system for all.

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Rise of the machines

How worried should we be about the threat of artificial intelligence (AI) advancing? A tech ethics researcher, legal scholar and business innovation expert weigh in.

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Rewriting the story of Sydney as a 24 hour city

How do we use this moment to recreate, or even create a more diverse and vibrant city? One that doesn’t just revolve around inner cities and around bars and booze?

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New light on body clocks and sleep

Most of us know that getting a good night’s sleep is important for our health and wellbeing but achieving quality sleep isn’t always easy. We share insights from our most popular discussion of 2021.

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