Free Speech Union's Podcast
1) Episode 24: What is the Maori position on Free Speech?
In a spirited conversation with Dane Giraud, Maori broadcaster and commentator Ward Kamo discusses Maori perspectives on Free Speech and how banning offensive speech denies Maori the opportunity to "s...Show More
2) A Deep Dive into Judicial Review and Free Speech
In part two of this Free Speech Union Podcast, we follow Giles Brant and Peter Hardy to the end of their legal battle with the New Zealand Law Society. From a single email complaint to landmark ruling...Show More
3) A Legal Odyssey in Free Speech and Ethics
In this episode of the Free Speech Union Podcast, council member Thomas Newman sits down with lawyers Giles Brant and Peter Hardy to unpack a chilling story of professional scrutiny and the fight for ...Show More
4) Social Cohesion and Free Speech with Shamubeel Eaqub
In this episode, Nick and Steph sit down with Shamubeel Eaqub—an economist, author, and commentator—to discuss the findings of his recent study on social cohesion. They explore the various trends and ...Show More
5) Prof. Eric Heinze on The Rise of Critical Theory and the Future of the Left.
In this episode, Nick is joined by Eric Heinze, Professor of Law and Humanities at Queen Mary, University of London. A leading voice in legal philosophy, human rights, and the law-and-literature movem...Show More
6) Dr. James Lindsay on wokeness, communism, and free speech.
Revisit Dr. James Lindsays talk from the Wellington event of his New Zealand tour with the Free Speech Union. Dr. Lindsay shares his thoughts, fears and concerns about the rising treats of “woke” on t...Show More
7) Who In The World Supports Free Speech? Jacob Mchangama shares findings from A Global Survey
Jacob Mchangama is the Founder and Executive Director of The Future of Free Speech, a research professor at Vanderbilt University, and a Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expre...Show More
8) The right to protest - are we losing it?
In this episode of the Free Speech Union podcast, Nathan and Nick discuss free speech challenges. They unpack media coverage, police conduct around protest, and the role of churches in protests, while...Show More
9) "Hate Crime" Laws - What you need to know!
‘Hate crime’ laws? Without a clear, shared definition of ‘hate,’ we’re treading on shaky ground. Who decides what’s ‘hateful’? Tell the Law Commission that legislating against ‘hate’ is a fool’s erra...Show More
10) End of year review with the FSU team
Nathan, Jonathan, Nick, Steph look back on a big year of wins, challenges, and everything in between. From legal battles to media advocacy and educational tours, they share highlights, lessons, and ho...Show More