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Sydney Ideas

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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.

Latest talks and ideas

Activating allies for gender equality

What does effective and accountable allyship look like? Hear from leading thinkers and advocates including Elizabeth Broderick AO, Mustafa Ozbilgin and Tom Snow, with host Antoinette Lattouf.

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What art ought to be

Catch an expansive conversation reflecting on the role of the arts in a post-referendum Australia and a special performance. Featuring Yorta Yorta woman, composer and soprano Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, arts leader Michael Dagostino, Guzheng performing artist Mindy Meng Wang and host Jess Scully.

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.

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.

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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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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