Episode 43: Tuckwell Talks - Conversations with Scholars

Dr Iain Henry with 2022s Guy Archibald, Sam Atherton and Josh Abelev
2 September 2026

Episode 43 - Tuckwell Talks

 

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Guy Archibald (2022), Josh Abelev (2022), and Sam Atherton (2022) play podcast hosts to Dr Iain Henry, Head of Scholars House, for a wide-ranging conversation spanning leadership, and personal growth. Iain reflects on his time as a Tuckwell Fellow, the challenges of the COVID era, and the importance of community, cohort cohesion, and the Tuckwell Attributes. The discussion covers university life, emotional intelligence, relationships, and career development, including Iain’s experiences at Qantas and a year at Princeton during his PhD. He also shares his perspective on the Ivy League and recounts writing his first book. The episode closes with fond memories of fellow meetings over French baguettes and one final piece of wisdom: “Don’t let the turkeys get you down.