The Churchill Collective

By: Winston Churchill Trust
  • Summary

  • Is there something you’re particularly passionate about?

    Something that you really want to head overseas and expand your knowledge on, for the benefit of communities here in Australia?

    Well, The Churchill Collective Podcast, hosted by Adam Spencer, explores a range of extraordinary pursuits and fascinating stories from people who have done just that, all with the help of a Churchill Fellowship.

    Get inspired to take the next step and find out how you can also learn globally, and inspire locally.

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Episodes
  • Jodie Williams – The sound of heritage
    Jul 23 2024

    Jodie Williams is a sound artist and historian from Norfolk Island, who embarked on a Churchill Fellowship journey to explore the soundscapes and heritage of her remote island home. In a conversation with host Adam Spencer about her art practice, Jodie emphasises the importance of sound in preserving memories and connecting generations, especially in the context of remote island communities. She has also received a Churchill Impact Funding Grant to bring sound healing and heritage preservation to her community, including aged care. Jodie shares her advice for aspiring artists and researchers looking to explore their heritage through sound and multimedia.

    The Churchill Collective is produced for the Winston Churchill Trust by:

    SoundCartel
    +61 3 9882 8333

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    21 mins
  • Kate Cole — The trouble with tunnels
    Jun 25 2024

    It’s another example of how one person can change Australia for the better with just a little help. In this episode, host Adam Spencer interviews Kate Cole, a scientist and engineer who embarked on a Churchill Fellowship to improve workplace safety in the underground construction industry. Kate's journey takes her to the world’s tunnelling epicentres, where she learns best practices for managing the dangers of crystalline silica dust exposure in tunnels. She discusses the shocking lack of awareness about silicosis, outdated workplace exposure standards, and challenges in implementing health and safety measures. Kate discusses her efforts to bring about positive change in Australia, including collaborative projects, workshops, and improvements in air quality monitoring.


    The Churchill Collective is produced for the Winston Churchill Trust by:

    SoundCartel
    +61 3 9882 8333

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    23 mins
  • Nicholas Wood — The pointy end of vaccines
    May 28 2024

    In this episode of the Churchill Collective, host Adam Spencer explores the world of vaccines and efforts to make sure they are safe to use. Professor Nicholas Wood, a paediatrician and immunisation researcher, discusses his experiences studying vaccine safety and innovation during his Churchill Fellowship travels. From the development of mRNA vaccines to addressing vaccine hesitancy, Professor Wood talks about critical aspects of immunisation. He also outlines the need for a national vaccine safety office in Australia and the importance of understanding viruses in the ongoing battle against infectious diseases.


    The Churchill Collective is produced for the Winston Churchill Trust by:

    SoundCartel
    +61 3 9882 8333

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    25 mins

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