#119 Wyatt Roy (Rare Public Interview): How he became the youngest EVER national govt minister + creating the national science & innovation agenda

In this episode #119 w Wyatt Roy, learn about:

• Sunrise in regional Queensland and working on the family strawberry farm
• Influence of high school teacher to enter politics at age 20
• specifics of how he become a member of parliament
• Similarities between politicians and startup founders (yep stick with us and hear the answer)
• Overcoming age bias, and why it exists not just in politics but in areas like Military, Sport etc
• Genesis for the National Innovation and Science Agenda
• Transitioning the Australian economy towards innovation and entrepreneurship
• Creating the first renewable billionaire, from renewables and sustainability, rather than mining
• Why can “innovation” be a divisive word in government
• “Don’t worry, a bigger idiot than you has gone before you and done it”

It’s now time to explore your curiosity. Please enjoy!

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