Australian Highlights

Australian Highlights

Podcast: Australian Highlights
Host: Rachel Rayner
Category: Society & Culture
Sub-Category: Comedy Interviews & Chats, Science News & Discussions
First Episode: 2025

The Australian Highlights series is the place where we find the innovative people and ideas which are not yet! common knowledge. Hosted by Rachel Rayner, Science Explainer, this series takes the form of regular podcast episodes and online articles where we explore the captivating stories behind Australia’s most groundbreaking creative moments. With a focus on game-changing women and Indigenous trailblazers, this collection of interviews, explainers and articles shines a light on the ingenuity and diversity that propel Australia forward. We’ll hear from people themselves doing amazing work; industry leaders that have been inspired by innovators from our past; and those who are enabling people to step forward and be spotlighted themselves. It’s a lot of fun, as we’ve got comedians hearing these amazing stories for the first time! There will bonus episodes of snippets and stories that didn’t make it into the full interviews and there will be regular catch-ups where you can hear a rapporteur account of previous episodes. So come join us. Head to our website for more information. The production of this series is funding by the Meta Australian Journalism Fund, administered by The Walkley Foundation, and is supported by Comedy Victoria.

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