ABC Radio National Podcast Recording: “The Minefield”

Last Saturday 5 April, a group of enthusiastic Domremy College students had the unique opportunity to attend a live studio recording of ABC Radio National’s acclaimed podcast, “The Minefield.” Hosted by Waleed Aly and Scott Stephens, “The Minefield” invites listeners into each episode with a central question, and our students were present for a discussion on a particularly relevant and timely issue.

The topic of the day was: “Is AI a Technology to be Feared, or a Tool to be Taught?” As artificial intelligence continues to shape our world, the live discussion led by Aly and Stephens provided invaluable insights and diverse perspectives on the ethical considerations surrounding AI use. 

The visit to the ABC Ultimo studios offered a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at radio production. Students witnessed the professional environment and the careful orchestration involved in bringing a podcast to life. While participation in the question and answer segment was voluntary, the insightful questions posed by our Domremy students following the recording truly stood out. Their thoughtful engagement with the topic was so impressive that the production team invited several of the girls to stay and be recorded sharing their perspectives on the use of AI tools. They spoke candidly about their personal experiences with AI, how they perceived their teachers were integrating these tools into the classroom, and their overall thoughts on the role of AI in education. This spontaneous opportunity provided an incredible platform for our students’ voices to be heard on a national level.

I am very proud of the exceptional engagement of the girls and the remarkable opportunity that arose from their insightful contributions to the discussion with Waleed Aly. The entire experience, from observing the live recording to actively participating in a follow-up discussion, was a valuable extension of their classroom learning.

The College extends its gratitude to ABC Radio National for this generous invitation. It was a fantastic experience, allowing our students to connect theoretical concepts with current societal debates, witness media in action, and even become contributors to the national conversation. 

Mrs Kelly Smit, Leader of Learning and Teaching