Crisis and Denial: The Bob Hawke Prime Ministerial Centre and The Conversation Online Series @HawkeCentre

Uploaded June 2020 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago

What do climate deniers, anti-vaccination activists and COVID-19 conspiracy theorists have in common? Why are they so resistant to 'facts'? Join research psychologist and former politician Dr Carmen Lawrence, social scientist Professor Julie Leask and cognitive scientist Stephan Lewandowsky as they explore why myths and misinformation can be so compelling, who benefits from spreading misinformation, and how we can change people's minds. Facilitated by Misha Ketchell, Editor of The Conversation.

Presented by The Bob Hawke Prime Ministerial Centre and The Conversation.

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