Planet Talks

Friday, September 25

A voice from the front lines of climate change

At WOMADelaide this year, poet and activist Kathy Jetñil-Kijiner will bring immediacy to the climate change debate with her first-hand experience of its consequences on her home, the Marshall Islands.

Peter Greste: Why we all need to fight for press freedom

Former foreign correspondent Peter Greste hopes his talk at WOMADelaide will help people understand why press freedom must be protected and remind them of the crucial role journalists play in holding governments to account.

Carmel Johnston will join a discussion about human life on Mars.

Womad's Planet Talks to discuss life on Mars

The crew commander of a Mars simulation mission and a leader of the international “right to repair” movement will be among key speakers at WOMADelaide’s Planet Talks in 2017.

Talking planet with Robyn Williams

WOMADelaide’s Planet Talks are an ideal forum for debunking the idea that science is “only for people who want to be professors”, says radio host and National Living Treasure Robyn Williams.

Indira Naidoo: It’s all about love

TV newswoman turned green thumb Indira Naidoo will be a guest at WOMADelaide to speak about topics close to her heart: edible gardening and food sustainability.