Chrys Stevenson

Chrys Stevenson

Chrys Stevenson is a freelance writer and speaker with a professional background in PR and marketing. In the late 90s, as a mature-age student, Chrys graduated from Griffith University with a BA (majors in history, literature and sociology) and a first class honours degree in cultural studies.

Following her contribution to Warren Bonett’s (2010) The Australian Book of Atheism, Chrys has become a well-known advocate on issues relating to the separation of church and state.

Chrys’ work has been published in numerous newspapers and online journals. She also writes for her own blog, Gladly, the Cross-Eyed Bear. Follow her on Twitter at @Chrys_Stevenson.

In recent times, Chrys’ passionate advocacy on secular and skeptical issues has seen her interviewed on television and radio and has rekindled her interest in public speaking.

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Take control of your own death before it’s too late

Take control of your own death before it’s too late

05 Apr 12 It’s the Saturday morning of the Queensland election and I’ve just boarded a Virgin flight to Sydney. As embarking passengers…... Read more

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The Punch is moving house

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Advocating risk management is not “victim blaming”

Advocating risk management is not “victim blaming”

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From: Hasbro, go straight to gaol, do not pass go

Tim says:

They should update other things in the game too. Instead of a get out of jail free card, they should have a Dodgy Lawyer card that not only gets you out of jail straight away but also gives you a fat payout in compensation for daring to arrest you in the first place. Instead of getting a hotel when you… [read more]

From: A guide to summer festivals especially if you wouldn’t go

Kel says:

If you want a festival for older people or for families alike, get amongst the respectable punters at Bluesfest. A truly amazing festival experience to be had of ALL AGES. And all the young "festivalgoers" usually write themselves off on the first night, only to never hear from them again the rest of… [read more]

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Superman needs saving

Superman needs saving

Can somebody please save Superman? He seems to be going through a bit of a crisis. Eighteen months ago,… Read more

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