Walkleytalks Podcast

Listen back to this podcast from live talks series “Walkleys Live: The Journalism Gene” at Sydney Festival 2021, with host Jan Fran exploring Walkley-winning work “The Killing Times” – an investigation tracking the state-sanctioned massacres of Indigenous people across Australia – with Guardian Australia’s Lorena Allam and Laura Murphy-Oates. This “Walkleys Live: The Journalism Gene” podcast was produced by Sydney Festival in collaboration with the Walkley Foundation.

Listen back to this podcast from live talks series “Walkleys Live: The Journalism Gene” at Sydney Festival 2021, with host Benjamin Law discussing the art and pressures of photojournalism in natural disasters with photojournalists Sylvia Liber and Nick Moir. This “Walkleys Live: The Journalism Gene” podcast was produced by Sydney Festival in collaboration with the Walkley Foundation.

Journalism helps shine a light on injustice and changes our world for the better, but it can also be really entertaining. Hear from some of Australia’s great storytellers and yarn-spinners about the narrative techniques they use to make sure their message resonates with readers, listeners and viewers. From research to sparkling prose, you won’t want to miss this discussion about how to make great stories. Speakers: Kirsti Melville, documentary producer with ABC RN’s Earshot and The History Listen Helen Pitt, Sydney Morning Herald journalist & 2018 Walkley Book Award-winner for The House Michelle White, journalist, filmmaker & Community Arts Network Moderator: Lenore Taylor, editor, Guardian Australia This talk was recorded at the State Library of Western Australia on November 2, 2019, as part of our journalism festival in Perth, “Shining a light on the Truth”. Thanks to our presenting partner the State Library of Western Australia, and with support from major event partner Edith Cowan University, and event

When it comes to our democracy, journalism has a vital role to play in interpreting policy and “keeping the bastards honest”. Hear from editors and political journalists about how they report on the corridors of power, from local councils to state governments and the Federal Parliamentary Press Gallery. Speakers: Lenore Taylor, editor, Guardian Australia Lanai Scarr, federal political editor, The West Australian Nathan Hondros, political reporter, WA Today Moderator: Gary Adshead, state political editor, Nine News This talk was recorded at the State Library of Western Australia on November 2, 2019, as part of our journalism festival in Perth, “Shining a light on the Truth”. Thanks to our presenting partner the State Library of Western Australia, and with support from major event partner Edith Cowan University, and event partner Curtin University.

This year in Australia we’ve seen unprecedented attacks on journalists: from raids and digital surveillance to court suppression orders and pressure to reveal sources. Hear from an all-star panel of award-winning journalists about how important sources and whistleblowers are to investigative journalism; why this kind of reporting is critical to our democracy; and the risks journalism faces in the current climate. Speakers: * Hedley Thomas, The Australian, 2018 Gold Walkley-winner for The Teacher’s Pet * Oliver Gordon, ABC Alice Springs & 2019 Walkley Young Australian Journalist of the Year * Alison Sandy, Freedom of Information Editor, Seven News Moderator: Dr Joseph Fernandez, Associate Professor, Curtin University This talk was recorded at the State Library of Western Australia on November 2, 2019, as part of our journalism festival in Perth, “Shining a light on the Truth”. Thanks to our presenting partner the State Library of Western Australia, and with support from major event partner Edith Cowan Univ

In this episode you’ll hear a panel of brilliant Black journalists and editors discussing the issues and stories of Indigenous Australia, and the journalism that covers it best. They’ll talk about why it’s essential to have Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices in Australian newsrooms, where we’re currently at with representation, how things can be improved and the pathways into media for young Indigenous journalists. Speakers: Natalie Ahmat, presenter, NITV News (moderator) Shannan Dodson, UTS & Media Diversity Australia Rae Johnston, editor, Junkee Yale Macgillivray, producer, ABC This talk was recorded at the State Library of New South Wales on September 26, 2019, as part of our regular Walkley Talks series there. This podcast is produced by Kevin Suarez with help from the 2SER studios in Sydney, Australia. Resources: Media Diversity Australia’s handbook on reporting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and Issues: https://www.mediadiversityaustralia.org/indigenous Interview with Yal

Presented by the Walkley Foundation and RMIT Journalists work relentlessly to give the most vulnerable people in society a voice, but at what price? The Walkley Foundation developed a national public awareness campaign themed “What Price Would You Pay?”, asking Australians to re-evaluate the price they’d pay for quality journalism that impacts everyday lives. It highlights the price journalists pay, from legal pressure to death threats, and features award-winning journalists. In this feature-length episode you’ll hear from award-winning journalists, about what it takes to make great journalism and why this work matters. The panelists are: Zena Chamas, cross-platform journalist & documentary filmmaker Lisa Martin, The Guardian Louise Milligan, Walkley-winning journalist, ABC Grant McArthur, Walkley-winning health editor, Herald Sun Caroline Wilson, Walkley-winning journalist, The Age Moderator: Lauren Molan, editor, INQ This talk was recorded at RMIT’s Melbourne campus on August 15, 2019, at an event prese

Statistics show that in Australia, on average, one woman a week is murdered by her current or former partner. With gender-based violence at such critical levels, how influential can the media be in educating Australians, and ultimately changing behaviours to prevent violence? In this episode you’ll hear from journalists who are leading the way in this space: * Gina Rushton, Buzzfeed News, 2019 Our Watch Fellow * Sarah Malik, SBS Life, 2019 Our Watch Fellow * Alison Dance, 10 Daily, 2019 Our Watch Fellow Moderator: Eryk Bagshaw, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, 2017 Our Watch Award winner for Best journalism campaign You’ll also hear introductory remarks from Jan Earthstar, a senior advisor at Our Watch. This talk was recorded at the State Library of New South Wales on July 18, 2019, as part of our regular Walkley Talks series there. This podcast is produced by Kevin Suarez with help from the 2SER studios in Sydney, Australia. If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, family or dome

Carrying the trauma of reporting on death, destruction and abuse. Being pursued through the courts to reveal a confidential source. Going up against the biggest institutions in the country to reveal the truth. Journalists work relentlessly to give the most vulnerable people in society a voice, but at what price? The Walkley Foundation is running a national public awareness campaign, developed in partnership with Naked Communications, across TV, print, online and outdoor advertising. The campaign is themed “What Price Would You Pay?” and asks Australians to re-evaluate the price they’d pay for quality journalism that impacts everyday lives. It highlights the price journalists pay, from legal pressure to death threats, and features award-winning journalists. In this episode, hear from award-winning journalists about what it takes to make great journalism and why this work matters. Please note, this discussion covers topics that may be disturbing for some listeners, including sexual assault. Speakers: Sarah

As president and CEO of The New York Times Company since 2012, Mark Thompson has overseen the digital transformation of one of the world’s most respected media companies. Mark gave an agenda- setting address when he visited Australia in April, and was interviewed by Paul Barry, the host of Media Watch on ABC. This talk was recorded at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney on April 12, 2019, at an event presented in partnership with The New York Times. This podcast is produced by Kevin Suarez with help from the 2SER studios in Sydney, Australia.

What does it take to break in to a media career in 2019? How important is it that our media includes voices from a range of backgrounds and perspectives? You’ll hear from a panel of talented young journalists about opportunities and pathways into the industry. Speakers include: ● Samara Gardner, Journalist, WIN News Wollongong ● Nour Haydar, NSW Political Reporter, ABC News ● Lydia Bilton, Associate Producer, 9 News ● Moderator: Rob Stott, Managing Editor, Junkee Media This talk was recorded at the State Library of New South Wales on April 11, 2019, as part of our regular Walkley Talks series there. This podcast is produced by Kevin Suarez with help from the 2SER studios in Sydney, Australia.

A star-studded panel of senior Australian journalists take you behind the scenes of some of their biggest stories… and explain the difference that quality reporting can make to our nation and our people. Content warning: This podcast contains explicit language. Speakers: ● Mark Burrows, Walkley-winning senior correspondent, Nine News ● Joanne McCarthy, Gold Walkley-winning journalist, Newcastle Herald ● Caro Meldrum-Hanna, Gold Walkley-winning investigative journalist, ABC ● Helen Pitt, Walkley Book Award-winner for The House & Sydney Morning Herald journalist ● Hedley Thomas, Gold Walkley-winning journalist, The Australian/The Teacher’s Pet podcast ● Moderator: Emma Alberici, Chief Economics Correspondent, ABC This talk was recorded at the Ivy Ballroom in Sydney on April 5, 2019, at the Walkley Fund for Journalism Dinner. If you’d like to support the cause you can find out more and make a donation at www.walkleys.com/donate. This podcast is produced by Kevin Suarez with help from the 2SER studios in

“Every year at the Walkley Awards, we honour a craft that holds power in its various manifestations big and small, to account. We should also, all be prepared to reflect on our own failures.” The chair of the Walkley Foundation directors, senior journalist Kerry O’Brien, had a powerful message to share at the Walkley Fund for Journalism Dinner. You can also read a text version of Kerry’s speech here: https://medium.com/the-walkley-magazine/we-cant-let-ourselves-off-the-hook-100a4474afcc This talk was recorded at the Ivy Ballroom in Sydney on April 5, 2019, at the Walkley Fund for Journalism Dinner. If you’d like to support the cause you can find out more and make a donation at www.walkleys.com/donate. This podcast is produced by Kevin Suarez with help from the 2SER studios in Sydney, Australia.

As technology continues to evolve, journalists are finding new tools and platforms for reporting and sharing the news. Hear from a panel of Walkley-winning and nominated journalists about how they’re pushing the boundaries to produce compelling stories. Speakers: Kylie Boltin, Commissioning Editor, Online documentaries, SBS, @drkylieboltin Lane Sainty, Reporter, Buzzfeed News, @lanesainty Lorena Allam, Indigenous affairs editor, The Guardian Moderator: Stuart Fagg, General Manager, Digital, The Australian & News Prestige Network, @CaptainStuey Stories referred to: She Called Me Red: https://www.instagram.com/sbs.online.documentaries/ The Boat: http://www.sbs.com.au/theboat/ Deaths Inside: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/ng-interactive/2018/aug/28/deaths-inside-indigenous-australian-deaths-in-custody Lane Sainty’s Twitter flow chart: https://twitter.com/lanesainty/status/894485867426832385?lang=en This talk was recorded at the State Library of New South Wales on February 21, 2019, as part o

They’re the stories that grow a life of their own, lighting up the nightly news bulletins and dominating headlines. Political scandals, crimes and justice, sporting glory and humans behaving badly… the first draft of history is a ripping read in our nation’s media. But all these stories start with a single story, a journalist or a team that uncovers the truth, collects the evidence and spins the yarn. Join our panel of top reporters as they take you behind some of the year’s biggest stories. Speakers: Chris Barrett, sports writer for the Sydney Morning Herald Sharri Markson, journalist for the Daily Telegraph Caro Meldrum Hanna, investigative journalist, EXPOSED: The Case of Keli Lane, ABC Moderator: Claire Harvey, deputy editor, Sunday Telegraph This talk was recorded at the State Library of New South Wales on November 15, 2018, as part of our regular Walkley Talks series there. This podcast is produced by Kevin Suarez with help from the 2SER studios in Sydney, Australia.

Before we announced the finalists for this year’s Walkley Award for Business Journalism, we featured an interview between Dr Guy Debelle (Reserve Bank of Australia) and Ross Greenwood (Nine Network). You’ll hear a brief introduction from Walkley Foundation chief executive Louisa Graham before the interview. Guy Debelle has been deputy governor of the RBA since September 2016. He is deputy chair of the Reserve Bank Board and chair of the Reserve Bank's Risk Management Committee. Ross Greenwood is the Nine Network’s business and finance editor, and each evening hosts the radio program, Money News, broadcast on Macquarie Media around Australia. This talk was recorded Bentley in Sydney on October 22, 2018. Thanks to ING, who support the Business Journalism category of the Walkley Awards. See all the finalists and judges of this year’s Walkley Awards online here. (http://www.walkleys.com/finalists-announced-for-the-2018-walkley-awards-for-excellence-in-journalism/) The winners will be announced on November 2

From defamation to state security – how does the law affect journalists’ ability to expose the truth? To discuss this topic, we have an all star panel of legal writers and editors, a lawyer and a judge: *Richard Ackland, editor, Justinian / legal affairs editor, The Saturday Paper *Kate Haddock, partner, Banki Haddock Fiora *Nicola Berkovic, legal affairs writer, The Australian *Judge Judith Gibson, District Court of NSW / Bulletin author for Australian Defamation Law and Practice *Moderator: Marcus Strom, media adviser, University of Sydney / Media section president, MEAA This talk was recorded at the State Library of New South Wales on September 20, 2018, as part of our regular Walkley Talks series there. Read Richard Ackland’s essay on the legal landscape for journalism, part of the Walkley Journalism Explored essay series (supported by the Copyright Agency’s Cultural Fund). https://medium.com/the-walkley-magazine/legal-frictions-96ee2b03b983 Thanks also to Banki Haddock Fiora, Walkley Foundation

Exposing corruption and abuse; pushing for changes to law and policy that protect everyday Australians: that’s the power of great investigative journalism. It’s work that takes a lot of time, investment and skill from journalists: three things that are under more pressure than ever in today’s media. A new culture is emerging, of collaborative projects and new funding sources to support this work. A brave new world of public interest journalism, where the bottom line is less about dollars and more about impact. In a conversation presented by the Walkley Foundation and RMIT, hear from special guest Robert J Rosenthal about how nonprofit newsrooms are working in the US. An award-winning journalist and editor of some of the US’ biggest newspapers, he went on to run the nonprofit Center for Investigative Reporting, taking it from a staff of six and a budget of under a million dollars in 2008; to today’s award-winning, multimedia public service news organisation with a staff of 70 and a budget of over $10 million

When the news arrives on your device of choice, many people’s decisions have shaped the stories that appear there. You’re about to hear a panel of senior journalists, editors and a cartoonist, taking you behind some of the year’s big stories, explaining why journalists cover stories the way they do. With: Paula Doneman (Seven), Sean Leahy (cartoonist, The Courier Mail), Mark Schoofs, (BuzzFeed News US), Lenore Taylor (Guardian Australia) and moderated by Danielle Cronin (Brisbane Times).

Mark Schoofs, Pulitzer Prize-winning investigations & projects editor for BuzzFeed News in New York, has some strong views on how journalists should approach interviewing. Recorded at a industry breakfast as part of the Walkley Foundation’s Storyology festival, hear his tips on approaching interview subjects to draw out gripping stories. This podcast was edited by Kevin Suarez, for The Walkley Foundation, at the 2SER studios in Sydney Australia.