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Glasshouse Port Macquarie and Mid North Coast Co-operative Library Service present:The Future of Truth
In a time of deceit, telling the truth is a powerful act
In a world of misinformation, AI hallucinations and international cover-ups, the truth feels more elusive than ever.
Without a secure foundation of shared knowledge and institutions to support it, the basis of our society and culture is under threat. In this panel discussion, experts across technology, journalism and philosophy share their perspectives on the value of truth today. International correspondent Barbara Demick (Daughters of the Bamboo Grove), philosopher A.C. Grayling (For The People), Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales (The Seven Rules of Trust) and AI researcher Toby Walsh (The Shortest History of AI) share their insights.
Join Barbara, A.C., Jimmy and Toby in conversation with ABC Radio National’s Natasha Mitchell (Big Ideas).
Jimmy Wales appears thanks to the support of Phillip Keir and Sarah Benjamin.
Presented in partnership with ABC Radio National.
Relax, Refuel, Connect
Relax in our SWF Lounge between sessions and take the opportunity to chat and meet like-mined people. Tea, coffee, alcoholic beverages and light refreshments will be available for purchase.
Exclusive Offer
Present your Sydney Writers’ Festival ticket or VIP Festival Pass at Book Face in Port Central or Collins Booksellers Port Macquarie to receive a 10% discount* on books by featured authors in the Live & Local Program. This exclusive offer is valid from 10am Thursday 21 May to 4pm Sunday 24 May, 2026.
*Final discount and qualifying books at the discretion of Book Face and Collins Booksellers management.
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Glasshouse Port Macquarie, Clarence St,Port Macquarie,NSW,Australia
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