“Mercy should be at the heart of any functioning and tolerant society… As far as I can see, cancel culture is mercy’s antithesis.” NICK CAVE

Does forgiveness make the world a better place? Does it stop you living rent free in my head? Is it earned or given? Doesn’t forgiveness undermine justice? Is forgiveness even possible?

Join the Trickier Conversations team from Ryk Goddard's ABC Hobart Breakfast show, UTAS philosopher Dr Louise Richardson-Self and Anglican priest Rev. Victor Shaw as they present the 2026 Henry Baldwin Lecture in the form of a three way knock down Tricky Conversation: Why should I forgive you?

Enjoy mulled wine and non alcoholic cider on arrival and a free supper afterwards.

You can also watch the lecture via Livestream. (No ticket needed for livestream)

About the Speakers

Ryk Goddard presents Breakfast on ABC Hobart, the most listened to program for people over 40 in Hobart. He is a writer, comedian, improviser and musician who has performed internationally. He is also an award winning educator in peak performance and presentation.

Dr Louise Richardson-Self is a Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Tasmania. She is particularly interested in questions of equality, fairness, and what a just society looks like.

Rev. Victor Shaw is the Rector of St George's Anglican Church, Battery Point, and a Canon of St David's Cathedral Hobart. He grew up as a missionary kid in Papua New Guinea and holds degrees in Roman History and Theology.

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