Preview the INTERVIEWS and read the BIOS
We conducted interviews with a cross-section of well-known and respected Australian men, to learn from their experiences, and to get their take on what it means to be a man in Australia today.
Angry Anderson
Singer-songwriter, television personality, youth advocateTopics covered in this video:
Child abuse, Forgiveness, Anger Management, Relationships
John Bell
Director/Actor Bell Shakespeare CompanyTopics covered in this video:
Role-models, Stuttering, Violence, Relationships
Dean Daley-Jones
Lead Actor – "Mad Bastards"Topics covered in this video:
Aggression, Fear, Loss, Indigenous issues
Peter FitzSimons
Sports commentator & media personalityTopics covered in this video:
Sport, Violence, Strategies, Sons
Brendan Fletcher
Film Director – "Mad Bastards".Topics covered in this video:
Role-models, Communication, Inspiration, Relationships
The Hon. Michael Kirby
Retired High Court JudgeTopics covered in this video:
Discrimination, Forgiveness, Acceptance, Respect
Lex Marinos
Actor/DirectorTopics covered in this video:
Prejudice, Gambling, Depression, Relationships
Michael Mundine
CEO Aboriginal Housing CompanyTopics covered in this video:
Indigenous issues, Trauma, Discipline, Respect
Terry O’Connell
Pioneer of Restorative Justice, Director Real Justice AustraliaTopics covered in this video:
Shame, Insight, Responsibility, Forgiveness
Stephen Page
Artistic Director, Bangarra Dance TheatreTopics covered in this video:
Indigenous issues, Trauma, Country, Creativity
Curtis Palmer
Paralympic athlete, inspirational speakerTopics covered in this video:
Determination, Optimism, Aggression, Self-belief
Father Chris Riley
Founder and CEO of "Youth off the Streets"Topics covered in this video:
Caring, Connection, Strategies, Opportunity
Tobin Saunders
HIV+ gay activist/educator/performerTopics covered in this video:
Discrimination, Sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS, Self-care
John L. Simpson
Film producer – "Men’s Group"Topics covered in this video:
Fear, Anger, Honesty, Friendship
Chris Standing
Senior Youth Worker, Youth off the StreetsTopics covered in this video:
Peer pressure, Role-models, Opportunity, Paying forward
Prof Tony Vinson AM
Social scientist, former Head NSW Corrective ServicesTopics covered in this video:
Respect, Rehabilitation, Opportunity, Responsibility