We Need To Talk
Empowering Conversations on Society's Most Pressing Issues.
We Need To Talk
Empowering Conversations on Society's Most Pressing Issues.
About We Need To Talk
Empowering Conversations on Society's Most Pressing Issues.
Jane Hasler, the host, is a sociologist, mental health professional and mother of eight. Each week, Jane has a discussion with an expert about a particular social issue.
Why Join We Need To Talk as a Guest
Human Society Audience Access
You speak directly to listeners seeking deeper understanding of social justice, ethics, and national reform conversations.
Expert-Led Dialogue Format
You join structured, in‑depth discussions guided by a sociologist and mental health professional experienced in interviewing top thinkers.
Credibility Through Evidence-Based Conversations
You align with a roster featuring neuroscientists, human rights leaders, and policy experts, strengthening your authority.
Broad Podcast-App Distribution
Your episode is delivered across major listening platforms, ensuring your insights reach committed followers of social change content.
Episode Angles & Guest Pitches
Human Rights and National Identity
Explore the evolving future of rights, representation, and national reform.
Mental Health and Social Wellbeing
Break down emotional, cognitive, and social challenges shaping everyday life.
Justice Systems and Social Accountability
Illuminate how policies and structures influence community outcomes.
Climate, Economy, and Ethical Action
Connect climate realities with ethical and economic decision‑making.
How You'd Contribute to the Show
Audience Takeaways
Your episode helps listeners understand complex social issues with clarity and empowers them to act with informed confidence.
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The Ideal Guest
You're a great fit if you specialize in social justice, mental health, human rights, ethics, or evidence-based discussions shaping national conversations.
Recent Episodes
'It's Time ... Again!' - Talking Gough Whitlam, our constitution, and becoming a republic with Professor Peter Botsman
We Need To Talk • Nov 9, 2025
Rewiring the Brain from 'Womb to Tomb' - Talking with cognitive neuroscientist, Prof Mark Williams, about how to enhance our brain function for better human connection
We Need To Talk • Jul 31, 2025
Facing the Truth - Talking with Craig Foster on Human Rights and moving Australia forward as a nation
We Need To Talk • Mar 24, 2023
'Eleven Sons, Two Daughters' - Talking with Catherine Knox about Postnatal Depression, in particular, anger, guilt and a loss of identity
We Need To Talk • Jan 15, 2023
Making clear 'Voice, Treaty and Truth' - Talking with author and leading activist, Thomas Mayor, about the Uluru Statement from the Heart in the lead up to Australia's next referendum
We Need To Talk • Sep 28, 2022
Australia's 'Violence Factories' - Talking with Professor James Ogloff about our punitive prison system and how we can lower our high recidivism rate
We Need To Talk • Sep 1, 2022
The Porn Invasion - Talking with Maree Crabbe on pornography, the harm it causes and solutions to this serious issue
We Need To Talk • Aug 12, 2022
Australia's Redemption - Talking with Professor Mark McKenna on an Enshrined Indigenous Voice and a republic
We Need To Talk • Dec 3, 2021
The Importance of Living an Examined Life - Talking with Dr. Simon Longstaff on Values, Morals and Ethics
We Need To Talk • Nov 12, 2021
Lifting Fear Amidst Vital Climate Action - Talking with Dr. Amanda Cahill on our 'Next Economy'
We Need To Talk • Nov 1, 2021
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