Podcast: Unpopular Opinions: Academic Freedom in New Zealand
Dr Michael Johnston
Dr James Kierstead
27 September, 2024
In this episode, Michael talks to James about his recent report about the state of academic freedom in New Zealand universities, highlighting concerns about censorship, institutional bias, and self-censorship among academics.
Their conversation explores the causes of these issues, including commercialisation of universities and the influence of progressive politics, and proposes recommendations such as new legislation, annual audits, and better training for administrators to protect and strengthen academic freedom.
To read James' report, "Unpopular Opinons: Academic Freedom in New Zealand", click here.
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