A focus on First Nations writing and storytelling
In recent years there has been a growing appreciation of First Nations writing and storytelling.
Nov 10, 2023•54 min
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Politics, arts and culture from a range of Indigenous perspectives.
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Episodes
A special First Nations edition of Meanjin
To complement a growing appreciation of First Nations writing and storytelling, the literary magazine Meanjin has put together a special First Nations edition.
Nov 10, 2023•22 min
Close to the Subject: Selected Works
Daniel Browning details the creative process behind his new book, Close to the Subject: Selected Works.
Nov 10, 2023•24 min
A major report on child protection and youth justice in Victoria
Sue-Anne Hunter details recent recommendations made to the government about child protection and youth justice in Victoria.
Nov 03, 2023•17 min
Child Protection and Youth Justice
What are the contibtuing factors behind high rates of First Nations children in the youth justice system? And how best to adress these alarming trends?
Nov 03, 2023•54 min
Judge Frances Eivers on keeping children out of the criminal justice system
Judge Frances Eivers reflects on the common challenges facing First Nations children in Australia and Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Nov 03, 2023•32 min
Indigenous Voice to Parliament Referendum Recap
What should now be the focus within Indigenous Affairs?
Oct 27, 2023•54 min
Minister Linda Burney on what should now be the priority within Indigenous Affairs?
Minister for Indigenous Australians, Linda Burney reflects on referendum defeat and what should now priority within Indigenous Affairs?
Oct 27, 2023•18 min
Ben Abbatangelo reflects on voice to parliament campaign
The referendum result left many First Nations people feeling deflated. But what about those who didn’t fully support the proposal?
Oct 27, 2023•16 min
In conversation with Stan Grant
Journalist, Stan Grant has walked away from his media career to help fix what he calls a toxic global news culture.
Oct 20, 2023•54 min
Nardi Simpson on language, land and water
Nardi Simpson details her creative process, reflects on her extraordinary career and reveals what's next?
Oct 13, 2023•54 min
The Voice: A Deep Dive
Is an Indigenous voice to parliament is the best way to improve the lives of First Nations people?
Oct 06, 2023•54 min
In conversation with Rachel Perkins
Rachel Perkins has dedicated her life to telling First Nations stories. Now, she's campaigning for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
Sep 29, 2023•51 min
The Secret Graves of the Stolen Generations
An investigation by the Guardian Australia has revealed multiple sites of possible unmarked graves on a number of Aboriginal Missions and Reserves.
Sep 22, 2023•54 min
Australia's First Ambassador for First Nations People
Justin Mohammed has been appointed as Australia's Ambassador for First Nations People after more than two decades working to improve the lives of First Nations people.
Sep 22, 2023•22 min
In conversation with Stan Grant
Journalist, Stan Grant has walked away from his media career to help fix what he calls a toxic global news culture.
Sep 15, 2023•54 min
Truth, Rights and Response
What are the barriers preventing First Nations people from accessing adequate health care?
Sep 08, 2023•54 min
A date set for a referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament
Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese reveals the date in which Australians will be asked to decide whether to recognise First Nations people in the constitution through an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
Sep 01, 2023•54 min
Pat Turner on the Voice to Parliament, Indigenous Disadvantage and Closing The Gap
Pat Turner shares her thoughts on the upcoming referendum to enshrine an Indigenous Voice to Parliament in the Constitution.
Sep 01, 2023•21 min
A major change to child detention laws in Queensland
A major change to child detention laws in Queensland has caused concern amongst advocates and legal professionals over its potential to disproportionately impact First Nations kids.
Sep 01, 2023•18 min
Progressing Treaty in Queensland
Aunty Cheryl Buchanan has a long history of campaigning for Aboriginal rights and is now involved in leadership of the Queensland Treaty process.
Aug 27, 2023•25 min
In conversation with Aaron Fa'aoso
Aaron Fa'aoso details his journey to success as an actor and producer, while outlining his efforts to progress treaty in Queensland.
Aug 27, 2023•20 min
The path to Treaty in Queensland
The Queensland Government has commenced a process designed to facilitate treaty negotiations with First Nations communities.
Aug 25, 2023•54 min
A formal truth-telling process into injustices experienced by First Nations people in Victoria
Victoria has established it's first formal truth-telling inquiry into historical injustices experienced by First Nations people, but what will it achieve?
Aug 20, 2023•20 min
Speaking Out
Politics, arts and culture from a range of Indigenous perspectives.
Aug 18, 2023•54 min
Michael Mansell on the Voice to Parliament, Aboriginal Sovereignty and Indigenous Affairs in 2023
In conversation with Aboriginal Lawyer and Activist, Michael Mansell.
Aug 11, 2023•54 min
Cultural safety for First Nations people in the workplace
How can we ease the cultural load on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the workplace?
Aug 04, 2023•27 min
On the Voice to Parliament by Charles Prouse
Nyikina man, Charles Prouse has written a new book on the proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
Aug 04, 2023•18 min
A new book on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament and Cultural safety for First Nations people in the workplace
As conversations around an Indigenous Voice to Parliament intensify, many First Nations people are struggling under the weight of increased cultural load and challenges to their identity.
Aug 04, 2023•54 min
First Nations Writing in Australia
A tribute to First Nations writing in Australia and those who have forged a path for new generations.
Jul 28, 2023•54 min
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