JBC Dialogues: Security, Democracy and Technology
JBC Dialogues: Security, Democracy and Technology
Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies
"JBC Dialogues: Security, Democracy, and Technology" brings you insights from leading academics at the Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies at Flinders University. Join host Dr Joel Lisk to explore how democracy, security, and technology intersect in today’s world, with experts breaking down complex research into clear, engaging discussions. Tune in for thought-provoking conversations on the future of governance and security in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
Neurotechnology and Us
In this episode of JBC Dialogues, Dr Joel Lisk speaks with Professor Tania Leiman about the emergence of neurotechnologies, what these developments might mean for the future, and some of the steps that might be taken to control these technologies.  Professor Tania Leiman is the Dean of Law at Flinders University and is a member of the Jeff Bleich Centre. Professor Leiman is an international recognised expert on the interaction between technology and the law, with expertise in automated vehicles, health technologies, legal technology and the future of legal education.    The Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies is a research centre at Flinders University. JBC Dialogues is hosted by Dr Joel Lisk. Find out more about the Jeff Bleich Centre at ⁠www.flinders.edu.au/jbc.⁠ JBC Dialogues is recorded on Kaurna Land, and we acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present.  Music is Night Owl by Broke for Free licensed under Creative Commons. 
Oct 7, 2024
20 min
Crisis of the Parties
Join Dr Joel Lisk as he speaks with Associate Professor Rob Manwaring about the status of political parties across the spectrum in Australia and in other Western democracies. This episode of JBC Dialogues touches on the origins of The Australian political parties, what is meant when someone describes politics on a 'left-right' spectrum, and what the future holds for Australian political parties in the face of electoral successes of minor parties and independents. The Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies is a research centre at Flinders University. JBC Dialogues is hosted by Dr Joel Lisk. Find out more about the Jeff Bleich Centre at ⁠www.flinders.edu.au/jbc.⁠ JBC Dialogues is recorded on Kaurna Land, and we acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Music is Night Owl by Broke for Free licensed under Creative Commons. 
Sep 24, 2024
26 min
Voting in the Valley? Upcoming Regional Elections in Kashmir
Join Dr Joel Lisk as he speaks with Dr Leoni Connah, a Lecturer in International Relations, to understand the importance of the upcoming regional elections in Kashmir. Dr Connah discusses the importance of the region, the complexities of Kashmir's legal and geopolitical situation, and the players in the upcoming regional elections. The Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies is a research centre at Flinders University. JBC Dialogues is hosted by Dr Joel Lisk. Find out more about the Jeff Bleich Centre at www.flinders.edu.au/jbc. JBC Dialogues is recorded on Kaurna Land, and we acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Music is Night Owl by Broke for Free licensed under Creative Commons. 
Sep 10, 2024
18 min