In our early period we pretty much survived or perished on our capacity to reach people, and on getting into the pattern of having no money and playing lots of shows.

That was the crossover line for us, to be able to play that many shows, sell them out real quick and have that tribe queue up outside and still be a mystery to everybody else.

Climate change is such a huge issue that it requires strong, concerted, consistent and enduring action by governments.

What generally happens in this county is that our politicians don't serve us well because they don't tell the truth, and they don't keep their promises.

I have always had, as I know many people have, a singular passion for Australia. I do love the sunburnt country, its ancient landscapes, its exhilarating reaches of sand and sea.

You don't want to spend your life explaining yourself.

It is now well understood that humans ultimately depend on the health of the planet for their wellbeing.

At an everyday level I would reckon myself more than fortunate.

In particular, Australia, because of its ancient geography, soil profile and distinctive weather patterns, is more adversely affected by climate variability than some other continents.

Well I'm not convinced that expanding uranium mining is in the best interests of the country and the best interests of its environment.

I haven't chosen to make an issue of faith.

Indian democracy's greatest strength is that we have always put the nation above politics.

Success is sweet and sweeter if long delayed and gotten through many struggles and defeats.

Love can change us beyond recognition, we become love-sick, soft-eyed jelly-bellied fools.

The only reality was nothingness, and over it a hypocrisy of words.

I don't really have a certain format that I go by.

Develop a capacity for things like purpose, love, wonder, courage, and grace.

It is a solid business principle that people who enjoy what they do are better at what they do.

My church is the world! I want to bring the gospel to as broad and as interesting an audience as possible.

Why?” Eve leaned forward. “Sincerely, I’ve always wanted to know why anyone buys multiple pairs of shoes at a time.” “If I have to explain it, the joy is lost.

Do not wait for anybody or anything. Do whatever you can. Build your hope on none.