Moving the Middle: The Gender Compass Podcast
Why do conversations about gender equality so often stall — at work, at home, or even at the school gate? And more importantly, how do we move them forward?
Backed by the groundbreaking Gender Compass research, Moving the Middle is where data meets real stories. Each episode explores how leaders, communicators and changemakers are using fresh insights to engage the ‘moveable middle’ — those Australians whose views aren’t set in stone, but who hold the power to shift the national conversation on gender equality.
Hosted by Hayley Cull, Deputy CEO of Engagement at Plan International Australia, and Dr Rebecca Huntley, Director of Research at 89 Degrees East, the series unpacks what works, what doesn’t, and what you can try in your own context. Think of it as your practical guide to making gender equality conversations easier, more effective, and more impactful.
So whether you’re leading change, crafting campaigns, or simply navigating those tricky dinner table debates, join us. Together, let’s move the middle — and move forward.
Episodes
13 episodes
Say It So It Lands: Practical Messaging For Moving The Middle
Featuring Dr Rachel Howard (89 Degrees East)
Who Are The Rejectors?
Bonus Mini Episode - Who are the Rejectors? A brief explainer
Who Are The Conflicted?
Bonus Mini Episode - Who are the Conflicted? A brief explainer
Progress and Pushback: How NGOs Keep People With Us
Featuring Simone Clarke (UN Women Australia) and Hayley Cull (Plan International Australia)
Who Are The Indifferent?
Bonus Mini Episode - Who are the Indifferent? A 5-minute explainer
Culture Change Without The Culture War
Featuring Lainie Cassidy, former Director – People & Inclusion at KPMG
Who Are The Moderates?
Bonus Mini Episode - Who are the Moderates? A 5-minute explainer
From Evidence to Cut-Through: Research That Lands
With guests Professor Elizabeth Hill and Professor Rae Cooper (Australian Centre for Gender Equality and Inclusion @ Work)
Who Are The Hopefuls?
Mini Bonus Episode - Who are the Hopefuls? A 5-minute explainer
Who Are The Trailblazers?
Mini Bonus Episode - Who are the Trailblazers? A 5-minute explainer
Funding The Shift: How Philanthropy Moves The Middle
With guests Sarah Buckley (Trawalla Foundation) and Kim Louw (Minderoo Foundation)