Damon Gameau is an acclaimed filmmaker, author, actor and activist known for his powerful storytelling that sparks change. You might know him from That Sugar Film, or from his roles in The Tracker, Balibo, Love My Way and Puberty Blues. With a passion for uplifting young voices, Damon’s work champions creativity, empathy and hope as essential tools in addressing our environmental crisis.

In this inspiring conversation, Jess and Damon explore how care and empathy can be powerful forces for change. They discuss the role of children as catalysts for action, the importance of reconnecting with our shared humanity, and how joy, hope and collective action can help shape a better future. Damon reminds us that even in a wounded world, there is space for purpose, playfulness and possibility.

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In Future Council, Damon takes eight kids on the ultimate road trip across Europe to seek solutions to our greatest ecological challenges. Book tickets here
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CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Damon Gameau
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

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