The Charles Kovess Show

In this week’s episode, I explore the concept of tipping points in history and the profound impact they have on humanity. Using examples such as the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reigns of leaders like Stalin and Hitler, I delve into how pivotal moments can drastically alter our trajectory, for better or worse. The focus of this episode is my declaration that Donald Trump’s r

In this episode, I explore the recently released Australian government inquiry into its C0V!D-19 actions. This inquiry, though limited and nowhere near the thoroughness of a proper Royal Commission, uncovers a disturbing catalogue of questionable and unlawful conduct by politicians, public servants, and government consultants. I argue that these were not "mistakes" as claimed, but

In this week’s episode, I dive deep into the critical issue of the rule of law and its importance in maintaining a well-functional society. I argue that the rule of law is being systematically undermined, it is being trashed, not just in Australia, but globally. This is causing immense harm to individuals and communities as governments and legal systems fail to uphold justice. I

In this episode, I tackle the troubling issue of politicians behaving badly. While it's easy to dismiss this as something they always do, I’m particularly frustrated with how blatant this bad behaviour has become. What makes it worse is that we, the public, have elected these politicians and yet we treat them as if they’re above us. It’s time to stop treating them like demigo

In this week’s episode, I focus on a single but powerful idea: the question of education. I reflect on what a "good" education means, noting that despite its universal importance, there’s no consensus on what a “good” education actually is. Some view success as a direct result of formal schooling, but I challenge this by sharing examples of highly successful and competent i

In this week’s episode, I dive into the remarkable power of imagination and its vital role in our lives. I discuss how imagination, more important than knowledge as Albert Einstein said, is a unique human quality that enables us to solve problems and unlock our potential. Unlike artificial intelligence or robots, we possess a "minestrone soup" of conscious and subconscious mind,

In this episode, I explore the pervasive misinformation and disinformation propagated by governments and big corporations, while these same entities purport to protect us from falsehoods. The irony is overwhelming, as governments introduce legislation to ban so-called "disinformation" while so often being the source of inaccuracies and lies themselves. I discuss how this issue is p

In this week’s episode, I explore the critical question: should you give up when faced with challenges, or persevere despite the odds? I share several examples to illustrate the power of perseverance. Barbra Streisand’s story from her autobiography is inspiring—her relentless pursuit of a singing and acting career despite immense obstacles is a testament to passion.I also hig

In this week's episode, I focus on creating a great place to work and explore principles that apply to all teams, whether in workplaces, charities, sporting teams, or even families. The inspiration for this topic comes from a major 4-page wraparound article this week in The Australian on the "Best Places to Work 2024". I've spent over 31 years running workshops in various organisat

In this episode, I discuss the growing "complaints industry" and how it’s being used to suppress free speech and erode our freedoms. From a Queensland Christian minister under fire for refusing to perform a "Welcome to Country" ritual, to a Melbourne lollipop man banned from high-fiving children after one parent complained, I explore how single complaints are given disproportiona