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Speaking Out
Politics, arts and culture from a range of Indigenous perspectives.
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'Reforming mainstream perceptions of the education system'
Improving school attendance and educational outcomes is a significant challenge for First Nations students.
Dr Chris Sarra shares his widely cel...
Remembering Aunty Rhoda Roberts AO: A defining voice of a generation
Aunty Rhoda Roberts, was a trailblazer in the arts and media scene. We reflect on her legacy and the impact she has made on Indigenous communities acr...
'We shouldn't have to wait a century to get rid of our experiences of racism at work'
Whether you're in retail or the corporate setting nearly 60 per cent of First Nations employees have experienced racism within their workplace.
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Children knowing their rights gives them power to advocate
The recently released, Child Rights Report 2025, outlines the major issues faced by First Nations children and young people in Queensland.
Dan Bourchier: "Learning about the world through other peoples eyes, influenced my storytelling"
Dan Bourchier recaps his journey from washing windows at his local newspaper to being appointed General Manager of NITV.
The case of Kardell Lomas/ Honouring Professor MaryAnn Bin-Sillik
Karen Iles on the alleged failures of the justice and coronial systems.
The power of lived experience on the page
Tony Birch and Eddie Cubillo Each use their lived experience to challenge peoples perspectives and make small moments into a powerful lessons to learn...
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Tony Birch and Eddie Cubillo Each use their lived experience to challenge peoples perspectives and make small moments into a powerful lessons to learn...
Protecting First Nations peoples right to protest
How can we protest in an environment that is at times unsafe and censored?
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Protesting has been at the heart of the fight for justice in First Nations communities for generations so how do we protest in an environment that is...
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Dr Terri Janke started her own law firm in the late 90s to now being an advocate for artists, journalists and writers, protecting them from the fast g...
The VIC Treaty: "A turning point in our nation's history"
This week we dive deep into where we are with treaty in this country. Looking closely into processes across the country, starting with Victoria
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In Conversation with award winning ABC journalist Isabella Higgins, we talk with her about her new role as host of ABC Radio National AM program.
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Truth-telling is not just changing what we know - it's changing who gets to know it, who gets to tell it, who gets believed when they speak.
The 2025 Year In Review: Hard-won progress and ongoing challenges
Looking back on the past 12 months in Indigenous affairs with Lindon Coombes and Lorena Allam.
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Two of the biggest advocates for young people and children highlights issues, from Juvenile justice to childcare reform, what is working and what need...
Rewriting OUR history: Using film to expose our hidden histories
Bringing to light stories that have been in the background of our history books.
Truth Telling in our sporting communities
Taking a look at the ABC doco End Game and how big organisations can support First Nations players and leaders, standing up against racism in sport.
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Larissa talks with journalist Lorena Allam and author Angie Faye Martin about the intersection between fact and fiction in Martin’s debut novel 'Melal...
Chelsea Watego: "Honoring the Black Thinkers who shaped me"
Munanjahli and South Sea Islander woman, Professor Chelsea Watego, talks about her new book 'Black Thoughts Matter', and owning your own narrative as...
The Homecoming of 'kith and kin'
Archie Moore's award winning work 'kith and kin' comes home to Brisbane.
Larissa speaks with journalist David Marr and Writer Cheryl Levy examin...
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Artist, curator and storyteller Uncle Djon Mundine, a fierce custodian of truth talks about career using his work to form a bridge between contemporar...
Calling for better support Aboriginal families of dissappeared loved ones
Ginny Jones and Dr Amy McQuire, talk about how they started the Disappeared Peoples Project - supporting Aboriginal families in finding their disappe...
Examining the Racial Discrimination Act 1975
Tony McAvoy joins me to discuss the Racial Discrimination Act and how it has impacted First Nations peoples, 50 years since it was enacted.
Putting Mervyn Bishop in focus
Legendary photographer Mervyn Bishop reflects on his life behind the lens, and how he crystallises moments.
An Olympics to remember
It’s been 25 years since Sydney hosted the Olympic Games.
And the Opening Ceremony's 8 minute section called Awakening showcased First Nations c...
Taking back First Nations archival history
Looking into institutions of knowledge, using archives and data to help decolonise place like galleries, libraries and museums.
Mathematics and revitalising Gamilaraay kinship systems
Author and academic JM Field on how his mathematical insights offer a framework for revitalising Gamilaraay kinship systems.
Theatre as Ceremony, protest and cultural affirmation
Wesley Enoch on continuing to open doors for First Nations creatives and their stories.
How Indigenous fashion intersects with social movements
From the Day of Mourning in 1938 to Blak Lives Matter in 2019, researcher Treena Clark reflects on the interwoven history of Indigenous fashion and so...
Disrupting Indigenous stereotypes
Phillipa McDermott is known for creating cultural change in large organisations and integrating Indigenous views into high-level strategic decisions.
A coalescence of hope and destiny
Tanya Hosch is a champion for social justice and a staunch campaigner for the empowerment of First Nation’s people.
Supply Nation's CEO Kate Russell on buying Blak
Kate Russell is the CEO of the not-for-profit organisation Supply Nation which brings together verified Indigenous businesses through a searchable dat...
Centring First Nations voices in family violence prevention
Regan Mitchell is a fierce advocate for the prevention of family and gendered violence, having worked on both the front-line and the policy level.
Decolonising academia with Professor Eddie Cubillo
Professor Eddie Cubillo, a truth teller connecting ancient and modern law, discusses his journey to decolonise academic institutions and his win at th...
NAIDOC Elders of the Year continue to pave the way
Celebrate the immense contributions that the National NAIDOC Elders of the Year Uncle Phillip Harry Hall and Aunty Rosalie Kickett have made in their...
Carrying NAIDOC Week into tomorrow
In honour of NAIDOC Week's theme The Next Generation, Jenaya Gibbs-Muir introduces four young First Nations leaders: Professor Braden Hill, fashion de...
Dr Rachael Maza on the power of Blak theatre
Whether she’s treading the boards herself, directing the show or sharing her deep dramaturgical knowledge, Dr Rachael Maza’s voice has echoed across s...
From protestor to policy maker with Yvonne Weldon
Yvonne Weldon makes history as the first Aboriginal Sydney councillor, bringing the deep legacy of intergenerational trauma into spaces where change i...