Robyn Williams AO - Hire Keynote and Guest Speaker

Robyn Williams AO

Leading Australian science journalist and broadcaster providing unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate

Robyn Williams AO has presented The Science Show on Radio National since 1975, and has appeared in many television shows, from The Goodies to Catalyst.

He’s the only journalist every to be elected as a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Sciences, and is the holder of five honorary doctorates.

He is the author of numerous books, with his most recent being, Turmoil, letters from the edge.

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Key Points for Robyn Williams AO

Robyn Williams AO was born in England and educated there and in Vienna. While studying biology at the University of London he appeared in many TV shows, from Monty Python to The Goodies. He also stood in for singer Tom Jones and sang rude songs in French for the BBC.
He has presented The Science Show on ABC Radio National since 1975 (is this a world record?) and appeared in many TV programs including Nature of Australia, World Safari (with David Attenborough) and Catalyst.
He was the first (and only) journalist to be elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science, has been a fellow at Oxford (twice) and is a Professor at the University of Qld and UNSW. He has received 5 honorary doctorates (Deakin University,Sydney, Macquarie, ANU and UNSW).
He is the author of numerous books, his latest being Turmoil, letters from the brink.

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Testimonials for Robyn Williams AO

Articulate, thoughtful and witty. Robyn was both challenging and entertaining - an unusual achievement for most after-dinner speakers.
National Parks and Wildlife Society

Wow! Robyn was wonderful - just what the luncheon needed - humour and information.
Institution of Engineers

Robyn is an inspirational speaker. He had a great feel for the audience and added considerable value to the conference.
Reed Business Publishing

Robyn is a very professional and interesting speaker who captivated everybody's imagination and interest.
Science Teachers' Association of WA

Robyn challenged the audience to think and look beyond their own backyards – he did this with a highly entertaining and story-telling manner.
LGA SA

Excellent. Engaging, interesting and well-suited to our audience. Got our conference off to a very good start!
Australian Institute of Judicial Administration