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Dick Smith in conversation with Kim McKay as part of the Australian Museum Lunchtime Lecture series.

Sydney born Dick Smith is an adventurer, businessman, entrepreneur, philanthropist, political activist and 1986 Australian of the Year. The founder of Dick Smith Electronics became a household name, launching Australian Geographic magazine in 1984 to sponsor adventure and inspire a love of nature. His own groundbreaking aviation feats include a solo helicopter flight around the world and to the North Pole, as well as a non-stop balloon trip across Australia.

Recorded 11 September 2019 in the Hallstorm Theatre at the Australian Museum.