Best The Kaja Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Stabilisation vs Confrontation: The US, China and Australia 23:25

5h ago23:25

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Since the Albanese government was elected, Australia has focused on stabilising relations with China. But there are limits to Australia’s ability to successfully pursue stabilisation if there remains a spectre of confrontation between its largest trading partner and its key security guarantor, the United States. Do either the US or China genuinely …

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EVENT: Launch of Deterring at a distance - The strategic logic of AUKUS by Luke Gosling OAM MP 1:14:17

7d ago1:14:17

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On Tuesday 25 June 2024 we held an event at the National Press Club for the launch of a new Lowy Institute Analysis paper that makes the strategic case for AUKUS, written by one of the government’s most knowledgeable and experienced defence thinkers. Luke Gosling argued that nuclear-powered submarines will be central to Australia’s ability to defea…

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Pacific Change Makers: Digital frontiers - Safeguarding PNG’s youth in the cyber age 13:18

8d ago13:18

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Papua New Guinea is a nation undergoing rapid digital transformation. With increased connectivity, PNG faces the dual challenge of leveraging digital growth for development while protecting its young netizens. Initiatives such as ChildFund’s 1-Tok Helpline, which has received more than 70,000 calls since its establishment in 2015, provide a window …

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EVENT: The inaugural Allan Gyngell Lecture 1:28:29

17d ago1:28:29

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On Friday 14 June 2024 we had our inaugural lecture in honour of Allan Gyngell, the first Executive Director of the Lowy Institute and one of Australia’s most respected foreign policy thinkers. Allan’s friend and contemporary, Ric Smith, delivered the Lecture on the subject of statecraft — a notion dear to Allan, and one that reaches beyond routine…

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Development Futures: Angus Deaton on what economists got wrong 43:10

17d ago43:10

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Angus Deaton, the 2015 Nobel Prize-winning economist, has dedicated four decades to studying poverty, inequality, health, wellbeing, and economic development. Recently, he strongly criticised his own profession, arguing that economists have overlooked the power dynamics inherent in capitalism. In this wide-ranging episode of Development Futures, Al…

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Bret Stephens on Trump's election chances, AUKUS, and changing his mind on climate change 37:13

21d ago37:13

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In this episode of The Director's Chair, the Lowy Institute's Executive Director Michael Fullilove is joined by The New York Times columnist Bret Stephens. They discuss the forthcoming US election and why he thinks Donald Trump is likely to return to the White House. They also talk about the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, AUKUS, cancel c…

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Dj ALIVA !DANCE PARTY MIX! #1 1:00:36

1M ago1:00:36

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EVENT: Coming to terms with Myanmar’s fragmented state 1:07:24

1M ago1:07:24

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Myanmar’s civil war has entered a crucial phase. While the junta remains firmly ensconced in the centre, a series of stunning victories by its opponents has severely diminished the reach of the military regime into the borderlands. A constellation of anti-junta forces has started delivering public services in “liberated areas” where they are in eff…

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Kurt Campbell on China, Russia, AUKUS, and US foreign policy in Asia 30:56

1M ago30:56

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In the new episode of The Director’s Chair, the Lowy Institute’s Executive Director Michael Fullilove is joined by US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell. They discuss Kurt Campbell’s new role in the State Department, American policy towards China, the relationship between Moscow and Beijing, Xi Jinping’s recent visit to France, Dr Campbell’s a…

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The ADNA Explores the Entrepreneurial Journey of Bold Blind Beauty's Stephanae McCoy 25:38

2M ago25:38

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Episode title and number: The ADNA Explores the Entrepreneurial Journey of Bold Blind Beauty's Stephanae McCoy 4-#6 Summary of the show: In this cross-promotional episode of "The ADNA Presents," Roy Samuelson speaks with special returning guest Stephanae McCoy, founder of Bold Blind Beauty. Stephanae shares her creative passion and the evolution of…

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Development Futures: Bert Hofman on China’s economy 35:00

2M ago35:00

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China is facing many economic problems, at home and abroad. The two are connected. Weak demand at home has contributed to a sharp rise in Chinese manufacturing exports, especially in green technologies such as electric vehicles. Surging Chinese exports have in turn prompted a backlash from the United States, Europe, and others who accuse China of e…

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Kamille Richardson - From Assistive Technology to Entrepreneurial Success 18:01

2M ago18:01

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Episode title and number: Kamille Richardson - From Assistive Technology to Entrepreneurial Success 4-#5 Summary of the show: Dr. Kamille Richardson shares her journey from massage therapist to founder of iSee Technologies, Inc., focusing on access, independence, and employment for people with visual impairments. She discusses challenges, authentic…

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Cello practice fortunately never ends - in conversation with cellist Nicholas Jones 1:02:27

2M ago1:02:27

1:02:27

Ragnhild catches up with her previous teacher, Nicholas Jones, for a talk about playing and teaching the cello. Being a cellist often goes hand in hand with being a cello teacher. Here we talk about how our cello practice and our teaching keep on affecting each other. We touch on -key moments of enlightenment in our playing and teaching -how all st…

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Conversations: Michel Barnier on the world after Brexit 23:27

2M ago23:27

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In this episode, Michel Barnier, Europe’s former point man on Brexit negotiations, speaks with Hervé Lemahieu. Four years on, what lessons should the West draw from Brexit? How united is Europe in the face of populism at home and with new challenges on its doorstep, including the war in Ukraine? And are China and Russia two faces of the same threat…

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David Lammy on the UK's foreign policy, Europe, China, AUKUS, the Windies and 'Big Ange' 42:13

2M ago42:13

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In this episode of The Director’s Chair, the Lowy Institute’s Executive Director Michael Fullilove is joined by UK Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy. They discuss David Lammy’s journey from cathedral chorister to the House of Commons, what kind of prime minister Keir Starmer would make, foreign policy under a Labour government, the UK’s relation…

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EVENT: An address by The Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP, Treasurer of Australia 47:30

2M ago47:30

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The Treasurer spoke on the domestic and international economy, and the government’s agenda to position Australia as an indispensable part of the global economy. After his remarks, the Lowy Institute's Executive Director Dr Michael Fullilove AM chaired a Q&A session with the Treasurer. The Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP is the Treasurer of Australia. He has…

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Leigh Sales on journalism, the United States and not interviewing Trump 48:44

3M ago48:44

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In the first episode of this new series of The Director’s Chair, the Lowy Institute’s Executive Director Michael Fullilove is joined by respected Australian journalist Leigh Sales. They discuss Leigh’s experience as a foreign correspondent in Washington, the shifts in American society that led to the rise of Donald Trump, why she still believes tha…

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Conversations: The Stakes of Diplomacy - 2024 Global Diplomacy Index 30:45

3M ago30:45

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In this episode, the Lowy Institute’s Research Director Hervé Lemahieu talks with Ryan Neelam, the Institute’s Director of the Public Opinion and Foreign Policy Program about the findings of the recently launched 2024 Global Diplomacy Index. What do diplomatic networks tell us about superpower rivalry, geopolitical competition, and a more multipola…

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Music as a way to nourish the soul - with Diletta Fosso 13:43

3M ago13:43

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She is singing and playing a drum with her foot while playing her cello. How did Diletta Fosso's journey in music begin? The songs featured in this episode are: 7 years (Lukas Graham) Makeba (Jain) and Counting Stars (One Republic) ------------------------------------------------ Diletta on Instagram Make a comment on the episode here Support this …

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EVENT: In conversation with Admiral John Aquilino, Commander, US Indo-Pacific Command 59:52

3M ago59:52

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A conversation with Admiral John Aquilino on the increasing dangers in the Indo-Pacific, the bilateral relationship between Australia and the United States, and the importance of the AUKUS security partnership. Lowy Institute Executive Director Dr Michael Fullilove moderated the discussion, which also featured questions from the audience. Admiral J…

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Replay: A Podcast Takeover with Bold Blind Beauty's Rising Stars 17:02

3M ago17:02

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Episode title and number: Replay: A Podcast Takeover with Bold Blind Beauty's Rising Stars 4-#4 Summary of the show: In this special 'replay' edition of the Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. Podcast, interns take over to share their fresh perspectives and journey through the world of demystifying blindness, beauty, accessibility, and inclusivity. Featuri…

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Conversations: Digital threats to democracy, with Lydia Khalil 33:11

4M ago33:11

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In this episode, the Lowy Institute’s Sam Roggeveen talks with his colleague, Research Fellow on Transnational Challenges Lydia Khalil, about her new research paper, Overcoming digital threats to democracy. The internet and social media are now our digital public square, yet these spaces are not governed that way. Lydia proposes that tech giants lo…

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Breaking Barriers in Beauty: A Conversation with Robin Shum of Estée Lauder 17:50

4M ago17:50

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Episode title and number: Breaking Barriers in Beauty: A Conversation with Robin Shum of Estée Lauder 4-#3 Summary of the show: This episode of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R. celebrates International Women's Day by featuring Robin Shum from Estée Lauder who discusses the groundbreaking voice-enabled makeup assistant. Aimed at breaking barriers and fos…

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Conversations: The comeback general — Prabowo’s thumping victory and what it means for Indonesia 46:40

5M ago46:40

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In this special episode of Lowy Institute Conversations, Director of Research Hervé Lemahieu talks with three experts about the outcome of Indonesia's presidential election on 14 February 2024. Quick counts point to a landslide victory for Prabowo Subianto. What drove this result? Who is the 72-year-old Prabowo? And what kind of Indonesia can we ex…

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Building an audience online from scratch - with cellist and composer Madeleine Ladore 36:58

5M ago36:58

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Everybody's story is different - why does someone spend countless hours on making cover videos for Instagram? Why not choose a job with a steady income? In this episode, Ragnhild talks with Madeleine Ladore -a cellist who has been working on her business only for a few years but who has managed to grow a loyal following. "People like to hear the mu…

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Pacific Change Makers: Introducing Oliver Nobetau the Lowy Institute’s new FDC Pacific Research Fellow 25:31

5M ago25:31

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The Lowy Institute’s latest episode of Pacific Change Makers introduces a fresh and dynamic voice in Pacific affairs – Oliver Nobetau, the new FDC Pacific Fellow from Papua New Guinea. Oliver’s journey is as unique as it is inspiring. Born in Germany to a diplomatic family, with roots in both Bougainville and West New Britain, he brings a rich blen…

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EVENT: The Year Ahead: A Conversation with Gideon Rachman 59:23

5M ago59:23

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A conversation between chief foreign affairs columnist for the Financial Times Gideon Rachman and the Lowy Institute’s Executive Director Dr Michael Fullilove AM. They discussed the wars, summits and elections that will shape the international agenda in 2024, as well as the decision-makers and presidential aspirants who are influencing world affair…

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Development Futures: Dani Rodrik on hyper-globalisation, geopolitics and the future of development 37:47

5M ago37:47

37:47

As we usher in the new year, the global economy is at a turning point. From confronting an economic development crisis and addressing the good-jobs dilemma, to navigating the climate transition and charting a course towards a more sustainable and equitable form of globalisation, 2024 promises to be an interesting year. In this episode of Developmen…

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Brimming with Creativity - with cellist and composer Wilma Pistorius 46:06

5M ago46:06

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Have you heard of the music box? Could a nebula in space have anything to do with a composer's research? In this episode, Ragnhild talks with Wilma Pistorius -a cellist, composer and Alexander Technique teacher who is based in Amsterdam. As a composer today, how do you make connections? Wilma talks about her approach to this, being herself on the i…

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Love Beyond Sight Featuring Kiran Kaja 28:44

5M ago28:44

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Episode title and number: Love Beyond Sight Featuring Kiran Kaja 4-#2 Summary of the show: In this episode of Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R., hosts Stephanae McCoy, Dana Hinnant, Nasreen Bhutta, and Sylvia Stinson-Perez have a thought-provoking conversation with Kiran Kaja about his experiences dating as a congenitally blind man. He shares interesting…

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Musician Life and Motherhood - with pianist and composer Kaja Draksler 1:08:27

5M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Kaja Draksler has spent the past several years composing, rehearsing, touring and recording. Early in 2023 she became a mother and thus a new chapter has begun. The featured music: 'Trboje' from the album Zürich Concert with Punkt.Vrt.Plastik 'Danas, Jučer Sutra' from the album Out for Stars with Kaja Draksler Octet 'Away!' from the album In Othern…

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Машина Времени #10 1:00:01

6M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

Друзья, несколько лет назад я вёл своё авторское радио-шоу "Машина времени" на радиостанции "Первое портальное" (www.pervoeportalnoe.com).Это был очень приятный опыт. Целый радийный сезон я рассказывал о любимых танцевальных треках прошлых лет.Предлагаю вам тоже окунуться в ностальгию. Поехали!Заключительный выпуск.…

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Pacific Change Makers: NZ High Commissioner Dame Annette King on the Pacific, geopolitical competition, and her time serving in Australia 22:31

6M ago22:31

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In this episode of Pacific Change Makers, Research Fellow at the Lowy Institute’s Pacific Islands Program Dr Jess Collins speaks with Dame Annette King about her role as New Zealand’s High Commissioner to Australia. At the end of last year and with just a few weeks left in the role, Dame Annette sat down with Dr Collins in Canberra to reflect on he…

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EP 18: Entrusting your desires to Spirit 33:58

6M ago33:58

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Are you already receiving what you desire? In this episode: Mental agitation and human suffering The desire cycle Choosing desires from your heart Collaborating with Spirit. Support the show: Please subscribe, rate and review this podcast over on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help support the show! Also share this episode with a friend, on your IG s…

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Embrace Your Boldness: Messages of Resilience & Authenticity for 2024 8:00

6M ago8:00

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Episode title and number: Embrace Your Boldness: Messages of Resilience & Authenticity for 2024. 4-#1 Summary of the show: The hosts of 'Bold Blind Beauty On A.I.R.'— Stephanae McCoy, Dana Hinnant, Nasreen Bhutta, and Sylvia Stinson-Perez; welcome listeners to a special New Year episode. They reflect on the past year's difficulties and share their …

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EP 17: Looking for spiritual growth in 2024? 46:32

6M ago46:32

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Are you feeling that 2024 energy? In this episode: How to navigate global stress Nurture your roots Intellect over intelligence 5 Tips for spiritual growth Support the show: Please subscribe, rate and review this podcast over on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help support the show! Also share this episode with a friend, on your IG stories and with an…

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EVENT: 2023 Lowy Lecture delivered by Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese 1:22:59

7M ago1:22:59

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The Hon Anthony Albanese MP is the 31st Prime Minister of Australia. Since the election of his government in May 2022, Prime Minister Albanese has focused closely on issues of foreign policy, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and Australia’s relations with allies and key regional partners. The Lowy Lecture is the Institute’s flagship event and…

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Fareed Zakaria on the United States, China, India — and Henry Kissinger 52:04

7M ago52:04

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From Ukraine to the Middle East, we are confronted by serious challenges to peace and security. Meantime, the prospect of Donald Trump's return to the White House looms. Around the world there has been a startling rise in illiberalism. Fareed Zakaria joins Michael Fullilove on this episode of The Director’s Chair to discuss these issues, the state …

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EVENT: An address by James Marape, Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea 1:08:58

7M ago1:08:58

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James Marape, Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, spoke about strengthening Papua New Guinea's economy, climate change, and PNG’s place in the world. After his remarks, the Prime Minister spoke in conversation with the Lowy Institute's Executive Director, Dr Michael Fullilove AM. James Marape has served as Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea since M…

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Breaking Beauty Boundaries: A Candid Conversation with Mara Lauren Hutchinson 32:03

7M ago32:03

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Episode title and number: Breaking Beauty Boundaries: A Candid Conversation with Mara Lauren Hutchinson Season 3 - #9 Brief summary of the show: During this podcast episode, the Bold Blind Beauty On A..I.R. team highlights the themes of challenging societal norms and perceptions of beauty through an insightful discussion with Mara Lauren Hutchinson…

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Development Futures: David Victor on how to make climate policy work 37:02

7M ago37:02

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Many of the most economically efficient policies to reduce emissions, such as carbon pricing, have proven difficult to implement. In this episode of Development Futures, the Lowy Institute’s Indo-Pacific Development Centre Research Fellow Michelle Lyons speaks with Professor David Victor from UC San Diego on how to make climate policy work and ways…

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Eliot Cohen on Ukraine, the Israel-Hamas conflict, Trump — and Shakespeare 32:44

7M ago32:44

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In this episode, Michael Fullilove speaks with leading strategist and historian Eliot Cohen. They discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine, the intelligence failures that led to the 7 October attacks on Israel, the prospect of Trump returning to the White House, and why people who care about international politics should read Shakespeare. See omnystudio.…

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EP 16: Exploring unconditional love for spiritual growth 43:56

7M ago43:56

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Have you ever asked yourself the question “what even is unconditional love? How can you love without conditions?...and you still haven’t found an answer…then this episode is for you. In this episode: The different types of love Choosing your spiritual path Understanding judgement Ego self vs Higher self Relationship as a teacher What is uncondition…

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EVENT: In Conversation with Sir Lawrence Freedman 1:02:27

8M ago1:02:27

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To mark the launch of the latest Lowy Institute Paper, Modern Warfare: Lessons from Ukraine, we talk with the author, Sir Lawrence Freedman, about the Ukraine War. Join Lowy Institute analyst Sam Roggeveen for an in-depth discussion in which Sir Lawrence examines questions such as ‘Who is winning?’, ‘Will the West remain unified behind Ukraine?’, a…

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EVENT: A global climate action address by the Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Hon Chris Bowen 1:06:14

8M ago1:06:14

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A policy address given by the Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Hon Chris Bowen. Chris Bowen entered Parliament in 2004 and has held a wide range of portfolios including serving as Treasurer, Minister for Human Services, Minister for Immigration and Minister for Financial Services. He served as Interim Leader of the Labor Party and Acting Lea…

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EP 15: Alchemizing shadows: a doorway to Love 52:23

8M ago52:23

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Every single one of us is walking around with shadow parts...and most of us aren't consciously aware of them. If you've been feeling stuck in your growth and unsure what path to take next, I invite you to listen to this episode and take notes! I talk you through the process of illuminating your shadow parts, how to approach shadow work, and what to…

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EVENT: Book launch - An Unlikely Prisoner by Lowy Institute Senior Fellow Sean Turnell 1:03:12

8M ago1:03:12

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For 650 days, Sean Turnell was a prisoner of the military junta that has ruled Myanmar since 2021. Incarcerated in some of Myanmar’s most notorious prisons, isolated, ill-treated, and ultimately convicted in a sham trial of effectively being a spy, the descent from his role as chief economic adviser to Myanmar’s civilian government was a steep one.…

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EP 14: Closing 2023 and what's needed to create your 2024 44:47

8M ago44:47

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2023 is closing for so many of us and we are invited to start taking space and surrendering what is so that we can rest and realign to what could be in 2024. In this episode we talk about: Closing 2023 early Surrendering to the resistance Creating space for the new Two missing parts to creating a different reality SUPPORT THE SHOW: Please subscribe…

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Development Futures: Daron Acemoglu on the path to inclusive prosperity 33:22

8M ago33:22

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Progress depends on many choices, notably the ones we make about technology. The way in which we structure production and communication can either cater to the exclusive interests of a privileged few or lay the groundwork for widespread prosperity. In this episode of Development Futures, Alexandre Dayant, the Deputy Director of the Indo-Pacific Dev…

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Starting to play the cello as an adult - in conversation with Daniel Arden 46:58

8M ago46:58

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Everybody's story is different - why the cello? Where did we start? What were the challenges and how did we overcome them? In this episode, Ragnhild talks with one of her cello students about learning the cello as an adult. ------------------------------------------------ Ragnhild's online Cello Course. Get 15% off with the code TMJP at check-out. …

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