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Frances Whiting’s Humankind
by The Courier-Mail
Deep conversations. Extraordinary people. Human stories. Frances Whiting is an award-winning journalist, best-selling author, and Australia's longest-running Sunday newspaper columnist. For more than 30 years, she has shared stories of heartache, triumph, love, and loss. Now, her new podcast from The Courier-Mail and Sunday Mail takes you behind the scenes of her most candid interviews to reveal what it truly means to be human.In this limited series, Frances Whiting's Humankind, she shares her favourite conversations with politicians, celebrities, performers, and everyday people with vital stories to tell. Listen in as Frances sits down with wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin, journalist Cheng Lei, Pub Choir’s Astrid Jorgensen, radio personality Robin Bailey, and a prominent Queensland police officer facing an unfathomable family tragedy.This is a podcast that draws you in and makes you cry, laugh, and feel. These are deep conversations that will stay with you long after they end.
Episodes
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Bestselling author Matthew Reilly on the secret to becoming a writer
In this episode bestselling author Matthew Reilly shares the story of how he rose to fame and how he kick-started his career when he self-published his first book. He tells Frances Whiting about the importance of perseverance and encouragement from loved ones, and how it's never too late to…
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Ballet icon Li Cunxin on the lessons that shaped his extraordinary life
Following on from his massively successful memoir Mao's Last Dancer, acclaimed ballet dancer Li Cunxin's new book The Lucky Son reflects on the moment his life changed forever and the love, challenges, triumphs and profound lessons that have shaped his later life. He sat down with Frances Whiting...
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Author Trent Dalton on the power of friendship - Live at the Brisbane Powerhouse
Bestselling author Trent Dalton turns the tables on Frances Whiting, interviewing her live onstage at the launch of her third novel, The Nocturnals at the Brisbane Powerhouse. In front of a sold-out crowd, the two old friends and former colleagues dive deep into the origins of the book, the power...
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Radio star Robin Bailey on the hardest truths she's had to face
For years, Robin Bailey has avoided some hard truths and difficult questions. In her honest and emotional memoir Flamingos Arent's Born Pink she reveals the most challenging moments of her private life. In this episode of Frances Whiting's Humankind, Robin recounts her grief and guilt following…
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Annastacia Palaszczuk on fertility and life after politics
In this episode of Frances Whiting's Humankind, former Queensland premier Anastacia Palaszczuk shares her devastating infertility struggle and why she really left the top job. The former premier reveals how she stood up to bullying, political pressure and internal critics, including attacks on…
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Conservationist Terri Irwin on family, grief, love and growing older
In this heartwarming and inspiring episode Terri Irwin shares her remarkable life story, from her early days as a young woman in love with Australia to her current role as a renowned conservationist and mother of two. Terri was travelling with a friend when she visited Australia Zoo, and locked...
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Officer Jacinta Pannowitz on duty, grief and losing her mother.
In a heart-wrenching conversation, senior police officer Jacinta Panowitz shares her personal story of loss and resilience in the face of domestic violence. This episode is a powerful exploration of the complexities of coercive control and the importance of understanding the signs of abuse....
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Liane Moriarty on her new book Big Little Truths
In this episode of Frances Whiting's Humankind, global bestselling author Liane Moriarty joins Frances Whiting to unpack Big Little Truths - her first-ever sequel to the phenomenon Big Little Lies. Liane shares what finally made her break her strict "no sequels" rule to revisit Madeline, Celeste,...
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Holly Ringland on her new novel The World Beneath Her Feet
Frances Whiting interviews Holly Ringland about her brand new novel The World Beneath Her Feet. Step inside the vivid, layered world of author Holly Ringland as she joins Frances Whiting on episode four of Frances Whiting's Humankind. From the magic of the Australian bush to the lingering ache of...
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Journalist Cheng Lei on the power of the mind
How do you hold on to your own humanity in inhumane conditions? This is what you'll discover in this powerful episode of Humankind with journalist Cheng Lei, who's had a storied career presenting news and current affairs in Australia and Asia. Lei speaks about her remarkable journey of resilience...
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Pub Choir founder Astrid Jorgensen on becoming a global sensation
Pub Choir founder Astrid Jorgensen credits her global success to 'plugging away', family influences and music's unifying power. The woman who has brought thousands of strangers together to sing reveals her good humour and authenticity in this second episode of Frances Whiting's new podcast…
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Robert Irwin on conservation, fame and staying grounded
From red dirt to red carpet Robert Irwin is determined to channel his global fame into championing wildlife conservation. At 22 he says he feels more connected to his dad Steve and his legacy than ever. In this first episode of Frances Whiting's new podcast series, she interviews Robert Irwin at...
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Introducing: Frances Whiting's Humankind
Deep conversations. Extraordinary people. Human stories. Frances Whiting is an award-winning journalist who has spent more than 30 years telling stories of heartache, triumph, love, and loss. As Australia’s longest-running Sunday newspaper columnist and a best-selling author, Frances has built a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Deep conversations. Extraordinary people. Human stories. Frances Whiting is an award-winning journalist, best-selling author, and Australia's longest-running Sunday newspaper columnist. For more than 30 years, she has shared stories of heartache, triumph, love, and loss. Now, her new podcast from The Courier-Mail and Sunday Mail takes you behind the scenes of her most candid interviews to reveal what it truly means to be human.In this limited series, Frances Whiting's Humankind, she shares her favourite conversations with politicians, celebrities, performers, and everyday people with vital stories to tell. Listen in as Frances sits down with wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin, journalist Cheng Lei, Pub Choir’s Astrid Jorgensen, radio personality Robin Bailey, and a prominent Queensland police officer facing an unfathomable family tragedy.This is a podcast that draws you in and makes you cry, laugh, and feel. These are deep conversations that will stay with you long after they end.
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Deep conversations. Extraordinary people. Human stories. Frances Whiting is an award-winning journalist, best-selling author, and Australia's longest-running Sunday newspaper columnist. For more than 30 years, she has shared stories of heartache, triumph, love, and loss. Now, her new podcast from...
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