Professor Matthew Ogilvie is an Australian theologian and academic known for his work on Catholic identity, education, and the Catholic intellectual tradition. He serves as a professor of theology at the University of Notre Dame Australia and has previously held leadership roles such as dean within its School of Philosophy and Theology. Prof Ogilvie is also the Chair of Friends of Israel WA and a Self-Defence Instructor at Protect WA Krav Maga. Join Prof. Matthew Ogilvie at https://www.ogilvieweb.com/ Join Nirmal Singh at https://nirmalsingh.au/ 01:50 The Bondi Terror Attack: Context and Significance07:39 Understanding Hanukkah and Its Importance13:42 Calls for a Royal Commission: Community Demands21:45 Exploring the Drivers of Terrorism28:07 The Concept of Intifada and Its Implications32:07 The Role of Protests and Media in Shaping Narratives41:17 The Lone Wolf Phenomenon in Terrorism56:31 Political Dynamics and Muslim Communities01:08:48 Free Speech vs. Hate Speech: Finding the Balance01:15:26 Universities and Ideological Dominance01:23:49 Migration Policies: Vetting and Monitoring01:39:33 Leadership and National Security: A Call to Action===============================================Perth Dialogues is a platform to celebrate migrant success in Australia, bringing Australian and migrant communities closer and helping understand Australian issues.Join and Subscribe to Perth Dialogues on our channels 👇Website: https://perthdialogues.au/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@perthdialoguesSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xtPxMoU7ley1kiqYUt90xApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perth-dialogues/id1792572402 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a5bb32f6-862c-43c3-8214-6cea11f035a0/perth-dialogues

Vern Hughes is an Australian civil society advocate, social entrepreneur, and political organiser known for his work in community-based reform and centrist politics. He has been active for several decades in efforts to strengthen citizen participation and rebuild trust in democratic institutions.Join Vern Hughes at https://www.linkedin.com/in/vern-hughes-92341119/Know about the host, Nirmal Singh, at https://nirmalsingh.au/ 01:28 Context of Bondi Beach Terror Attack05:45 The Inevitable Nature of Such Incidents08:34 The Role of Global Conflicts in Local Incidents11:23 Media Influence and Public Debate14:26 Freedom of Speech and Protest Dynamics15:51 Government Responses and Political Pressures19:56 Anti-Semitism and Its Misconceptions24:41 Albanese Labor Government & Pro-Palestine voices31:21 Understanding Radicalization and Law Enforcement37:26 Far-Right vs. Islamist Extremism44:17 Knee-Jerk Government Responses49:17 Rising Knife Violence Among Youth55:36 The Erosion of Civil Society59:19 Protests and State Authority01:03:21 Calls for a Royal Commission01:07:52 Immigration and Foreign Conflicts01:13:46 Supporting the Jewish Community in Grief01:20:13 Distinguishing Between Jewish Identity and Israel01:26:23 Hope for Peaceful Coexistence============================================================Perth Dialogues is a platform to celebrate migrant success in Australia, bringing Australian and migrant communities closer and helping understand Australian issues.Join and Subscribe to Perth Dialogues on our channels 👇Website: https://perthdialogues.au/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@perthdialoguesSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xtPxMoU7ley1kiqYUt90xApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perth-dialogues/id1792572402 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a5bb32f6-862c-43c3-8214-6cea11f035a0/perth-dialoguesCopyrights © All Rights Reserved with Perth Dialogues.

Mark Ratcliff is a Communications Specialist and Educator with a background in systems thinking, content creation, mentoring and teaching. With qualifications in Sustainable Development and International Aid, and broad theoretical and practical experience, he understands the importance of honest and effective communication for any individual growth, organisational change or sustainable venture. Mark provides coaching and training to help migrants understand Australian values and develop the skills and confidence to better communicate, integrate and thrive.Join Mark Ratcliff at https://www.ironbarklearning.com.au/Know about the host, Nirmal Singh, at https://nirmalsingh.au/ 00:00 Introduction to Mark Ratcliff04:40 First Impressions of Australia and Vietnam08:47 Cultural Differences and Long-term Impressions14:17 Teaching Experiences in Vietnam19:15 Reverence for Foreigners in Vietnam24:21 Personal Growth and Challenges in a Foreign Land29:41 Communication Barriers for Migrants34:16 Cultural Understanding and Integration Strategies39:06 Defining Australian Culture and Values45:51 Understanding Australian Culture48:32 The Anzac Spirit and Shared Values52:03 Testing Australian Values in Migration55:28 Education and Integration for Migrants01:00:29 Communication Skills and Talking to Strangers01:17:35 Technology in Learning and Building Capacity01:21:26 Challenges in Supporting Migrants01:24:22 Connecting with Mark Radcliffe