Richard Haridy

Richard Haridy is an accomplished journalist and film industry professional with extensive experience in both technology journalism and film festival programming. Currently serving as a Committee Member for the Science Journalists Association of Australia and working as a Senior Feature Writer for New Atlas, Richard specializes in topics such as new technology and psychedelic science. Previous roles include Program Director for the Gold Coast Film Festival and Chair of the Australian Film Critics Association. Richard has also curated events for various film festivals and hosted a film debate podcast, contributing to media outlets like ABC FM as a film critic. An academic background includes a Master of Art & Cultural Management from the University of Melbourne and additional degrees in Film Theory and Communications.