UNSW Centre for Ideas

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UNSW Centre for Ideas

An initiative of UNSW Sydney, the Centre for Ideas is a thought-provoking program of events and digital content from the globe's leading thinkers, authors and artists.

  1. Toby Walsh | Ministry of AI

    1 DAY AGO

    Toby Walsh | Ministry of AI

    What can we expect from a world of deepfakes where anything you see or hear might be synthetic and the output of AI? Scientia Professor of Artificial Intelligence at UNSW, Toby Walsh unpacks untruths and warns of a future inundated with machine-generated content, predicting that soon, 99% of what we read, see, and hear will be created by AI. Listen as Toby discusses the urgent need for digital watermarks to authenticate online content, proposing that this technology can help restore trust. However, he cautions that building this infrastructure will take time, leaving us in a precarious situation where truth is increasingly contested. Presented as part of The Ethics Centre's Festival of Dangerous Ideas, supported by UNSW Sydney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min
  2. Megan Evans | (Don’t) Question the Fake Carbon Forests

    3 DAYS AGO

    Megan Evans | (Don’t) Question the Fake Carbon Forests

    Carbon markets have been hailed as key pillars in our climate response but in actuality, have turned out to be largely greenwash. Megan Evans, Senior Lecturer at UNSW’s School of Business highlights the flaws in carbon offsetting and questions the effectiveness of emission offsets, revealing that many projects fail to sequester the promised carbon. She emphasises the importance of transparency and accountability in carbon markets, arguing that without criticism and scrutiny, these systems merely perpetuate greenwashing. Listen to the full discussion as Megan urges us to question the status quo and advocate for genuine environmental progress, rather than settling for ineffective measures. Presented as part of The Ethics Centre's Festival of Dangerous Ideas, supported by UNSW Sydney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min
  3. Michael Richardson | Military AI is Even Worse Than You Think

    NOV 13

    Michael Richardson | Military AI is Even Worse Than You Think

    Associate Professor of Media at UNSW, Michael Richardson examines how technology, culture, and power shape knowledge in war, security and surveillance. He warns that AI’s rapid deployment can lead to catastrophic outcomes in warfare, where algorithms determine lethal targets based on biased data and predictive analytics. Listen as Michael calls for a global resistance against militarised AI, and the need for an ethical standard in technology, as the consequences of these advancements could redefine the very nature of warfare and humanity itself. Presented as part of The Ethics Centre's Festival of Dangerous Ideas, supported by UNSW Sydney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min
  4. Bronwyn Graham | Women, Your Healthcare is Based on a Man’s Body

    NOV 11

    Bronwyn Graham | Women, Your Healthcare is Based on a Man’s Body

    In a witty and provocative talk, Professor of Psychology at UNSW, Brownyn Graham addresses the longstanding neglect of the female anatomy in medical research, exemplified by the late mapping of the clitoris. She highlights how centuries of male-centric studies have led to a healthcare system that inadequately services women and overlooks the critical role sex hormones play in our everyday lives. Listen as Bronwyn urges for a more inclusive, evidence-based approach to medical research. Presented as part of the Festival of Dangerous Ideas, and supported by UNSW Sydney.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min
  5. Writing Letters with Brigitta Olubas and Susan Wyndham

    NOV 6

    Writing Letters with Brigitta Olubas and Susan Wyndham

    Biographer Brigitta Olubas and journalist Susan Wyndham have edited a collection of the letters of eminent novelists Shirley Hazzard and Elizabeth Harrower.Reflecting on the correspondence of two important writers, they’ll share what they have learned about the art of writing letters and the relationships that they can sustain, and destroy. Presented by Sydney Writers' Festival and supported by UNSW Centre for Ideas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min
  6. Michael Muthukrishna : A Theory of Everyone

    OCT 30

    Michael Muthukrishna : A Theory of Everyone

    Ever wondered what makes us tick as individuals, or why societies thrive or fall apart? Michael Muthukrishna, the mind behind the groundbreaking A Theory of Everyone has the answers. By blending psychology, anthropology, and economics into a revolutionary framework Muthukrishna dives into how cultural evolution and social learning shape everything from our daily decisions to the fate of entire civilisations.  Whether you’re curious about the roots of human behaviour or looking for fresh insights into global challenges like inequality and cooperation, this talk with UNSW Scientia Professor Rob Brooks provides a blueprint for a better future.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 2m
  7. Degrowth

    OCT 23

    Degrowth

    Despite rapid technological advancements, increasing affluence and population growth continue to strain our planet. Currently not a single country in the world is operating at sustainable level of resource use – and yet that is what we need to aspire to if we’re going to slow climate change, reduce inequality and increase our quality of life. So, how do we get there?   Listen to UNSW’s sustainability scientist Tommy Wiedmann and Professor of Law Bronwen Morgan, CSIRO researcher Sabrina Chakori, and former Deputy Lord Mayor and author of Glimpses of Utopia Jess Scully as host, discuss sustainability and the urgent challenge we face to create a world which ensures human needs are met without sacrificing a sustainable, inclusive future.  Presented by the UNSW Centre for Ideas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 1m
  8. Jennifer Gunter: Menstruation, Menopause & Medical Mythology

    OCT 16

    Jennifer Gunter: Menstruation, Menopause & Medical Mythology

    Why do we know so little about women’s bodies? Over half the world’s population have had a period or could be having a period right now – so why do menstruation and menopause remain such medical mysteries? And why are doctors still scratching their collective heads when asked to explain how female anatomy works? Well, New York Times bestseller Jennifer Gunter is hoping to change that.   In conversation with Caroline Ford, Jennifer will unpack why she’s sick of women being sidelined by the medical profession, and outline the steps we need to take to put women’s bodies and healthcare in the spotlight. Presented by the UNSW Centre for Ideas and UNSW Medicine & Health as a part of National Science Week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    58 min
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An initiative of UNSW Sydney, the Centre for Ideas is a thought-provoking program of events and digital content from the globe's leading thinkers, authors and artists.

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  • Creator
    UNSW Centre for Ideas
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 UNSW Centre for Ideas
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