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Creativity in CaptivityALLAN HARRIS: The Poetry of JazzA Brooklyn-born, Harlem-based jazz vocalist, blues guitarist, songwriter, band leader, and a true luminary in the world of music. Revered by the Miami Herald as an artist graced with "the warmth of Tony Bennett, the bite and rhythmic sense of Sinatra, and the sly elegance of Nat ‘King' Cole," Allan Harris stands as an embodiment of moving and magisterial artistry. With a career spanning fourteen recordings as a leader, Allan Harris has captivated audiences worldwide with his exceptional talent and charismatic presence. Allan is a three-time recipient of the New York Nightlife Award for "Outstanding Jazz Vocalist," a distinguished Down...2025-07-1751 min
Australia MattersNo nukes: Australia must push for serious global nuclear disarmamentNuclear weapons are still a threat to humanity. In our age of uncertainty, Australia isn’t doing enough to rid the world of these weapons. On this episode, Paul Barclay is joined by Dr Tilman Ruff, co-founder of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) to discuss Australia's role in trying to rid the world of nuclear weapons, including renouncing protection by nuclear weapons, the need to sign the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), and the risks associated with the AUKUS deal. This discussion was recorded on Wednesday, 26 February 2025, and things ma...2025-07-1333 minWhat's the Big Idea?No nukes: Australia must push for serious global nuclear disarmamentNuclear weapons are still a threat to humanity. In our age of uncertainty, Australia isn’t doing enough to rid the world of these weapons. On this episode, Paul Barclay is joined by Dr Tilman Ruff, co-founder of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) to discuss Australia's role in trying to rid the world of nuclear weapons, including renouncing protection by nuclear weapons, the need to sign the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), and the risks associated with the AUKUS deal. This discussion was recorded on Wednesday, 26 February 2025, and things ma...2025-07-1333 min
Australia MattersAll the way with the USA?Despite demands from the hawks that the Australia Government fall in line with the United States over Iran, it’s not inevitable that Australia supports illegal American military intervention. On this episode of Follow the Money, Dr Emma Shortis and Allan Behm join Ebony Bennett to discuss the American bombing of Iran, the Albanese Government’s choice to back the Trump Administration’s decision, and why upholding and strengthening a rules-based global order is more than just “nostalgia”. You can sign our petition calling on the Australian Government to launch a parliamentary inquiry into AUKUS. Our...2025-06-2535 minAustralia MattersAustralia doesn't need AUKUSBy reviewing the deal, Trump has given the Australian Government an opportunity to get out of the disastrous AUKUS agreement. On this episode of Follow the Money, Allan Behm joins Ebony Bennett to discuss the Trump administration’s decision to review the AUKUS submarine deal, why Australia doesn’t need American Virginia-class boats anyway, and why the Australian and American governments have shared interests but not shared values. You can sign our petition calling on the Australian Government to launch a parliamentary inquiry into AUKUS. Our independence is our strength – and only you can ma...2025-06-1834 min
The TrustBuilt PodcastClarity vs. Confusion in Sales & Marketing with Brad AlexanderIf you're a business owner struggling with messaging, lead flow, or clarity on next steps—this is a must-listen! In this episode, host Alan Bennett sits down with Brad, a former pastor-turned-marketing strategist, to unpack the surprising overlap between ministry and business—and why clarity is the most underrated business advantage.⏱️ Chapters:[00:35] From Ministry to Marketing -Brad’s Story[03:30] Why Character Still Wins in Business[08:45] When Things Go Wrong: The Refund Story[13:35] Why Clarity Always Wins[17:00] Fixing the Real Problem in Your Sales Proce...2025-05-2047 min
Australia MattersAustralia has power, why don’t we act like it?In a world of uncertainty, it is more important than ever for Australia to stop dismissing ourselves as a ‘middle power’ and start exerting our influence on the global stage. On this episode, Allan Behm joins Paul Barclay to discuss Australia’s diplomatic strategy of ‘pre-emptive capitulation’, America’s international bullying and how Australia should use its unrecognised national power. This discussion was recorded on Monday, 24 February 2025, and things may have changed since the recording. Order What’s the Big Idea? 32 Big Ideas for a Better Australia now, via the Australia Institute website. Guest: Allan Beh...2025-05-1835 minWhat's the Big Idea?Australia has power, why don’t we act like it?In a world of uncertainty, it is more important than ever for Australia to stop dismissing ourselves as a ‘middle power’ and start exerting our influence on the global stage. On this episode, Allan Behm joins Paul Barclay to discuss Australia’s diplomatic strategy of ‘pre-emptive capitulation’, America’s international bullying and how Australia should use its unrecognised national power. This discussion was recorded on Monday, 24 February 2025, and things may have changed since the recording. Order What’s the Big Idea? 32 Big Ideas for a Better Australia now, via the Australia Institute website. Guest: Allan Beh...2025-05-1835 minAustralia MattersTrump and the Australian electionThe United States is disappearing down an authoritarian rabbit hole and Australian leaders are struggling to respond. On this crossover episode of After America and Follow the Money, Ebony Bennett and Dr Emma Shortis discuss the US administration’s mass deportations, the scandals surrounding the Departments of Defense and State, and why Australian democratic institutions are worth defending. This discussion was recorded on Tuesday 22 April 2025 and things may have changed since recording. Order ‘After America: Australia and the new world order’ or become a foundation subscriber to Vantage Point at australiainstitute.org.au/store.2025-04-2235 min
Australia MattersTrump and the Australian electionThe United States is disappearing down an authoritarian rabbit hole and Australian leaders are struggling to respond. On this crossover episode of After America and Follow the Money, Ebony Bennett and Dr Emma Shortis discuss the US administration’s mass deportations, the scandals surrounding the Departments of Defense and State, and why Australian democratic institutions are worth defending. This discussion was recorded on Tuesday 22 April 2025 and things may have changed since recording. Order ‘After America: Australia and the new world order’ or become a foundation subscriber to Vantage Point at australiainstitute.org.au/store.2025-04-2235 minAustralia MattersNo jokeThe Trump administration’s approach to the world can be summed up in three emojis: fist, American flag, fire. The president, meanwhile, is busy “not joking” about staying in office for an unconstitutional third term. On this episode of After America, Allan Behm joins Dr Emma Shortis to discuss the ongoing fallout from the Signal chat debacle, the dire situation facing Ukraine, and Australia’s failure to adapt to a radically changed world. This discussion was recorded on Friday 28 March 2025 and things may have changed since recording. Read more from Emma in the latest e...2025-03-3135 min
The Offshore Energy PodcastBillion Dollar Bets: Navigating Offshore Energy Project FinanceSend us a textWhat happens when you bring a billion dollars to the high-stakes world of offshore energy development? According to Allan Marks, one of the world's foremost experts on project finance, success depends on navigating a complex web of technical challenges, regulatory frameworks, and financial structures tailored to fundamentally different risk profiles.Offshore energy development—whether wind turbines or oil platforms—faces universal challenges. Projects must withstand harsh marine environments, secure federal permits across multiple agencies, use specialized vessels, and construct elaborate transmission networks to bring energy ashore. Yet beneath these similarities lie stri...2025-03-241h 13Australia MattersVictim-in-chiefThe second Trump era has begun. On this episode of After America, Allan Behm and Dr Emma Shortis discuss Trump’s inauguration, his radical agenda to reshape American life and the United States’ role in the world, and how Australia can respond. This discussion was recorded on Tuesday 21 January 2025 and things may have changed since recording. Get your tickets for the Australia Institute’s Climate Integrity Summit 2025 now. Order What's the Big Idea? 32 Big Ideas for a Better Australia now, via the Australia Institute website. Guest: Allan Behm, Special Adviso...2025-01-2131 min
No Wrong ChoicesAllan Harris: A Jazz Legend’s Hard-Earned Lessons (Best Of)What does it take to make it as a world-class musician—and then become a mentor to the next generation? In this Best Of episode, we revisit our conversation with award-winning Harlem-based jazz vocalist and guitarist Allan Harris, who Tony Bennett once called his favorite singer.Allan shares the stories behind his career journey, from seeing a life-changing Jimi Hendrix poster as a kid to navigating tough lessons on stage that helped shape his sound. We explore what it takes to connect with an audience, build a career in music, and transition from band member to bandleader....2025-01-071h 04