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The Conversation Documentaries (formerly The Anthill) is podcast from The Conversation. Our documentary series cover everything from science to the environment, politics, culture and economics. We unearth new stories from the world of academia and talk to experts to shed light on some of the big questions of today. The Conversation is a not-for-profit independent media organisation and our journalists work with academics to help share their research knowledge with as many people as possible.

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  • 6 | The Making of One Nation: seize the moment?Jun 16, 2026 · 25 min
  • 5 | The Making of One Nation: master the mediaJun 9, 2026 · 25 min
  • 4 | The Making of One Nation: move the centreJun 2, 2026 · 19 min
  • 3 | The Making of One Nation: survive a scandalMay 26, 2026 · 20 min
  • 2 | The Making of One Nation: define the enemyMay 19, 2026 · 20 min
  • 1 | The Making of One Nation: enter the outsiderApr 1, 2026 · 25 min
  • The Making of One Nation: coming soonMar 27, 2026 · 2 min
  • The Making of an Autocrat: co-opt the militaryJan 4, 2026 · 19 min
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  • The Making of an Autocrat: beat the courtsDec 28, 2025 · 17 min

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