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From the emergence of agriculture to the war in Ukraine, Andrew Leigh weaves a fascinating narrative punctuated by expert insights into major moments in human history–why the invention of the plough led to gender inequality, how certain diseases determined the patterns of colonialism, and even how New York’s robber barons inspired the board game Monopoly.

This podcast features speeches and conversations with Andrew Leigh, the federal member for Fenner in the Australian Parliament. Andrew is an economist, author and triathlete. His website is andrewleigh.com. Authorised by Andrew Leigh MP, Gungahlin Place, Gungahlin ACT 2912.

In Randomistas, Andrew Leigh tells the stories of radical researchers who overturned conventional wisdom in medicine, politics, economics, law enforcement and more. From finding the cure to scurvy to discovering what policies really improve literacy rates, randomistas have shaped life as we know it - but they often had to fight to conduct their trials and have their findings implemented. In the tradition of Malcolm Gladwell, Randomistas is a brilliant and entertaining exploration of a hidden but vital foundation of modern life.

Andrew Leigh interviews people on living a happy, healthy and ethical life

Happiness at Work is Andrew Leigh’s latest book, offering expertise on taking responsibility for your self-development. It provides wisdom, advice, and practical tools to make life at work more rewarding. The right of Andrew Leigh to be identified as the author of this work has been asserted by him in accordance with the Copyright, Designs, and Patents Act 1988.

Everything for starting or succeeding at work fills countless internet screens. Physical libraries bulge with similar advice. If you’re seeking success, the first challenge is not the amount of advice but the quality. The second is locating what you need quickly and easily.