In September 2023, Raising the Bar and the University of Canterbury presented 20 talks across 10 venues in Christchurch, turning the city into a hub of ideas and lively discussion for one unforgettable night. Whether you were there and want to relive the experience or couldn’t make it, the recordings are now available for everyone to enjoy.
Saving the Kea From Tourists - By Girish Prayag & Richard Aquino
Girish Prayag and Richard Aquino examine the harmful effects of human interaction on kea populations in New Zealand, emphasizing the need to adjust tourist behaviors to protect the species.
11 Jun 2025
Why Inflation Is Like Toothpaste - By Stephen Hickson
Economist Stephen Hickson analyzes the causes and consequences of inflation, explaining why controlling rising prices is a difficult challenge in this episode.
11 Jun 2025
“But I Didn’t Do It”: It Is Possible to Rehabilitate Those Who Deny - By Jayson Ware
Forensic psychologist Dr. Stephen Ware examines the psychology of denial in convicted sexual offenders and how rehabilitation remains possible even when individuals maintain their innocence.
11 Jun 2025
Learning to Live with Trolls - By Ekant Veer
Professor Ekant Veer examines the multifaceted nature of online trolling, distinguishing between its destructive and constructive forms and exploring its motivations, in this interview episode.
11 Jun 2025
How to Change the World - By Sacha McMeeking - Kāi Tahu
Sacha McMeeking, Associate Professor of Māori Wellbeing, examines why social change initiatives frequently fail to achieve lasting impact, advocating for innovative strategies to accelerate meaningful transformation.
11 Jun 2025
Stop Telling Bad Stories - By Chelsea Rapp
Chelsea Rapp highlights the enduring power of storytelling in today's data-driven world, emphasizing its ability to connect, persuade, and make messages more engaging.
11 Jun 2025
Plugged In & Logged On – Growing Up in the Digital Age - By Cheryl Brown and Kathryn MacCallum
Cheryl Brown and Kathryn MacCallum, co-Directors of the Digital Education Futures Lab, examine the impact of digital technology on young people's lives and how to support them in a shifting digital world.
11 Jun 2025
“I’m Not Racist, but...” Understanding Racism & Anti-racism - By Mahdis Azarmandi
Mahdis Azarmandi explores the complexities of racism and anti-racism, differentiating between awareness and action, and emphasizing the need to dismantle systems upholding white supremacy.
11 Jun 2025
illegitimate the adoption act 1955 - By Annabel Ahuriri-Driscoll
Researcher Annabel Ahuriri-Driscoll discusses New Zealand's 1955 Adoption Act and its impact on severing ties between unmarried parents and children, emphasizing the urgent need for reform to honor identity and rights in this interview.
11 Jun 2025
Virtual Reality & You: Getting Comfortable With the Metaverse - By Rob Lindeman
Rob Lindeman from HIT Lab NZ explores the metaverse and virtual reality applications in education, entertainment, and training, offering a glimpse into its transformative potential.
11 Jun 2025
On Thinning Ice: A story of Dwindling Glaciers - By Heather Purdie
Glaciologist Dr. Heather Purdie discusses New Zealand's glaciers as indicators of climate change, revealing their role in water storage and landscape formation in this interview.
11 Jun 2025
Heat and Hooch – Why Thermodynamics Is Not Boring - By Aaron Marshall
Aaron Marshall illuminates the engaging aspects of thermodynamics using beer to explain heat, work, alcohol labeling, and its surprising relevance to everyday life.
11 Jun 2025
Antibiotic Resistance… Is This the Next Doomsday? - By Jack Heinemann
Professor Jack Heinemann discusses the growing threat of antibiotic resistance, which endangers human health and global food systems, and explores potential solutions to this silent crisis.
11 Jun 2025
ChatGPT, Now What? Pitfalls and Opportunities of Embedding AI in Business - By Elsamari Botha
Elsamari Botha discusses the transformative potential of AI tools like ChatGPT in business, highlighting the importance of thoughtful implementation and strategic leadership for successful human-AI collaboration.
11 Jun 2025
Fakes and Fakers: Are We Real? - By Steven Ratuva
Sociologist Steven Ratuva examines the proliferation of misinformation and fabricated narratives in contemporary society, exploring the implications for understanding truth and reality.
11 Jun 2025
Is Breast Cancer Screening “Fair”? Can it be? Should it be? - By Geoff Chase
Geoff Chase discusses how technology addresses breast cancer screening inequities, including cost and access barriers, to make it more accessible and equitable in this lecture.
11 Jun 2025
Is Our Toxic Food Environment Contributing to the Mental Health Crisis? - By Julia Rucklidge
Clinical psychologist Professor Julia Rucklidge discusses the connection between modern diets and the rise in mental health issues, suggesting nutrition and supplementation can support mental wellbeing in this episode.
11 Jun 2025
Transport in NZ: Are We Travelling on a Road to Nowhere? - By Simon Kingham
Professor Simon Kingham examines New Zealand's transport policies, including speed limits and cycleway investments, and analyzes the impact of cars versus cows on climate change, offering insights into the future of transportation in New Zealand.
11 Jun 2025
What's the Use of History? - By Geoffrey Rice
Historian Geoffrey Rice explores the profound impact of historical analysis, specifically his research on the 1918 influenza pandemic, on shaping New Zealand's effective response to the COVID-19 crisis.
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Richard Aquino
Stephen Hickson
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Ekant Veer
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