The double-edged sword of making robots more human
The Science Briefing is a new podcast from LiSTNR and The Royal Institution of Australia about the science of everything and your new go-to podcast for your snapshot of science news. In this episode, Dr Sophie Calabretto talks to Cosmos Magazine journalist Petra Stock about how we perceive robots and the lengths to which we, as humans, breathe life into machines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Elo 202215min
Beyond The Binary with Nevo Zisin
Nevo Zisin is a queer author, speaker, performer, and activist. Their speaking and writing in the gender and LGBTQIA+ space has been affirming for so many queer kids and adults, and educative for friends, family and allies alike. Nevo’s books Finding Nevo and The Pronoun Lowdown are available at all good bookstores. In this conversation Jamila Rizvi and Nevo Zisin discuss queer activism, Nevo’s personal journey of self-discovery and the importance of a loving and supportive environment for all kids to thrive. CONTENT WARNING: Brief mention of suicide Help and support is always available. If you need to talk, please contact Lifeline by calling 13 11 14 or Q-Life 1800 184 527, an anonymous and free LGBTIQA+ support, 3pm-12am. THE WEEKEND LIST: WATCH: The Handmaids Tale – SBS On Demand READ: The Crikey Read – Leaning Out by Kristine Ziwica WATCH: The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills – HAYU DO: Help fight famine by writing to your local MP - https://www.fightfamine.com.au/ Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26 Elo 202232min
An intimacy coordinator takes us behind the scenes
Actor Sean Bean, known for Game of Thrones and Lord of the Rings has been getting heat for saying intimacy coordinators reduce “the natural way lovers behave” into a “technical exercise.” Emma Thompson and Amanda Seyfried are among the high-profile actresses to come out against the comments—saying intimacy coordinators make sets safer and more comfortable. We speak to Chloe Dallimore, an intimacy coordinator who’s worked with a bunch of stars like Sam Worthington, Toni Collette and Idris Elba. Chloe tells us what exactly it is they do, and how shooting a sex scene has changed over the last 20 years. On today’s Briefing, an intimacy coordinator takes us behind the scenes. Today's Headlines: - Robodebt Royal Commission announced- Qantas flags price hikes- Results of first Canberra pill-testing in - Djokovic won’t play US Open Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 Elo 202222min
Shockwaves: 20 years since the Bali Bombings
Shockwaves: The Bali Bombings is a narrative documentary series exploring the lives of people in Australia and Bali impacted by the 12 October 2002 Bali Bombings. Of the 202 people killed, 88 were Australian. It was our worst peacetime atrocity. We’re joined by Network Ten journalist Ali Donaldson who explains many of the survivors have incredibly uplifting stories to now tell. Shockwaves: The Bali Bombings podcast reveals the astounding journeys that tragic event has taken them on, both emotionally and physically. How they survived the unthinkable, and how the things they learned can and are still are helping to save lives today. Shockwaves: The Bali Bombings launches today and is available on LiSTNR and all other podcast platforms. Listen to Shockwaves: The Bali Bombings Today's Headlines: - Unions want new enterprise bargaining agreements- Biden wipes thousands in student debt- Ukraine: more support floods in on Independence day- Finnish PM apologises for raunchy photos Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Elo 202220min
Why homosexuality is dividing the Anglican Church
There’s been a major split in Australia’s Anglican Church; conservatives who oppose same-sex marriage have launched a breakaway movement led by former Sydney Archbishop Glenn Davies. They aim to lure Anglicans who are unhappy with progressive bishops. Small, localised breakaway churches aren’t new, but there’s never been any with this sort of scope or involving such senior members of the established church before. We’re joined by Dr Renae Barker, an active member of the Anglican Church and a lecturer on law and religion at the University of Western Australia. In today’s Briefing, we discuss why homosexuality continues to divide Christians. Today's Headlines: - Scomo’s secret appointments were valid- John Farnham in ICU- Kyrgios faces two lawsuits- Andrew Tate deplatformed Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Elo 202222min
Why women are ditching the pill
The oral contraceptive pill was an absolute game changer for Australian women when it was introduced back in 1961. Why then, are oral contraceptives on their way out. We’re joined by Kelsey Menzies, a 25-year-old who went off the pill and is now on the rhythm method; and Professor Jayashri Kulkarni from Monash University who’s been leading research in this area. In the last 30 years, people using oral contraceptive pills have been declining. It’s as more awareness grows around the adverse impact of the pill on mental health. We look into this trend, and why researchers are worried about Tik Tok influencing contraceptive decisions. Today's Headlines: - PM to release legal advice into Scomo’s secret portfolios- Rise in welfare compared to pre-pandemic levels- Major drug bust of opioid fentanyl- US disease expert Anthony Fauci steps down- Satirical musical about Prince Andrew announced Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Elo 202220min
The Salman Rushdie stabbing: why he was targeted
Salman Rushdie has been stabbed at a New York lecture and could lose sight in one eye. The motivation behind the attack may be more than 30 years old. In 1989 the Iranian spiritual leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini condemned Rushdie to death via Fatwah due to the ‘blasphemous’ nature of his book: The Satanic Verses. We’re joined by Vijay Mishra, Emeritus Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Murdoch University in Perth to look into why Rushdie is so controversial among those of the Muslim faith. What was it about the Satanic Verses that made it so controversial, and why has Salman Rushdie been under a Fatwah since 1989? Today's Headlines: - Legal advice on Scomo’s secret appointments issued- Australia’s skills crisis- Putin advisor’s daughter killed in car bomb- Union calls Qantas ‘apology’ a stunt- Singapore legalises gay sex Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21 Elo 202221min
Are Australia’s coal companies underreporting their methane emissions?
The Science Briefing is a new podcast from LiSTNR and The Royal Institution of Australia about the science of everything and your new go-to podcast for your snapshot of science news. In this episode, Dr Sophie Calabretto talks to Cosmos Magazine journalist Jacinta Bowler about how potent methane is as a greenhouse gas and the concerns major coal companies could be underreporting their methane emissions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Elo 202213min
