Black Magic Woman with Mundanara Bayles

Black Magic Woman with Mundanara Bayles

Mundanara Bayles

Hosted by Mundanara Bayles who was born and raised in Redfern (Sydney) Australia and currently lives in Queensland. The Black Magic Woman Podcast is an uplifting conversational style program featuring mainly First Nations people from Australia and around the world sharing their stories about their journey to highlight the diversity amongst First Nations peoples and the resilience of her people. She hopes these stories inspire her listeners and also create a better understanding of what First Nations Peoples culture and history. Mundanara is guided by Aboriginal Terms of Reference and focusses more on who people are rather than on what...

Music, Culture & Staying True to Your Path

Music, Culture & Staying True to Your Path

In this powerful episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented JK47, a proud Bundjalung and South Sea Islander man making waves in the Australian hip-hop scene. Recorded live at Yabun Festival on Gadigal Country, our yarn dives deep into JK47’s journey—his music, his roots, and his commitment to community. From starting out as a young rapper at 14 to becoming a family man and business owner, JK47 shares the highs and lows of his career, the importance of First Nations-led festivals, and how h

Feb 18, • 17:37

Flipping the Mic – My Journey with BlackCard : Hosted by Kate Russell

Flipping the Mic – My Journey with BlackCard : Hosted by Kate Russell

This episode of the Black Magic Woman Podcast is a little different—we’ve switched things up! Instead of me hosting, I’m in the guest seat while my sister Kate Russell takes over the mic to interview me. We yarn about my journey—personally and professionally—from growing up in a family deeply connected to media and activism to creating the Black Magic Woman Podcast and building BlackCard, a business that has been helping organisations engage meaningfully with First Nations people and culture. I

Feb 11, • 31:11

Empowering Indigenous Business: A Yarn with Kate Russell, CEO of Supply Nation

Empowering Indigenous Business: A Yarn with Kate Russell, CEO of Supply Nation

In this inspiring episode of the Black Magic Woman Podcast, I sit down with Kate Russell, a proud Worimi woman and the CEO of Supply Nation. Kate shares her journey from growing up in Western Lake Macquarie to leading an organisation that supports and celebrates Indigenous entrepreneurship. We yarn about the pivotal moments in her career, the value of education, and the power of mentorship. Kate provides an inside look at Supply Nation’s impact, including their role in facilitating over $4.6 bil

Feb 4, • 28:03

Yabun Festival Special: Celebrating Survival Day on Gadigal Country

Yabun Festival Special: Celebrating Survival Day on Gadigal Country

In this powerful and uplifting episode, recorded live at Yabun Festival 2025, we celebrate Survival Day on January 26. Join me as I connect with incredible voices from across the community in a spirit of resilience, pride, and joy. Set on Gadigal Country at Victoria Park in Sydney, guests share their reflections on the significance of January 26, the challenges faced by First Nations people, and the importance of coming together as a community to celebrate survival, connection, and black excelle

Jan 29, • 28:38

Best of Black Magic Woman Podcast - Mystery Guest Edition 3

Best of Black Magic Woman Podcast - Mystery Guest Edition 3

In this special "Best Of" episode of the Black Magic Woman Podcast, we revisit one of our most heartfelt and inspiring yarns with a guest whose journey embodies resilience, pride, and representation. Hailing from the lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people, this trailblazer is known for breaking barriers in Australian media as a celebrated news presenter and advocate for social justice. Our mystery guest grew up as the youngest of five daughters in a loving, culturally rich household and now uses th

Jan 14, • 37:57

Best of Black Magic Woman Podcast - Mystery Guest Edition 2

Best of Black Magic Woman Podcast - Mystery Guest Edition 2

Get ready for a special "Best of Black Magic Woman Podcast" episode featuring a Mystery Guest who has inspired thousands with their eloquent words, fierce love for their people, and unwavering commitment to creating a better Australia. Who could it be? Here are some clues: They’ve had a profound international career, reporting from over 80 countries, but their heart has always remained connected to their roots in Wiradjuri country. This guest is a passionate advocate for preserving Indigenous l

Jan 7, • 19:21

Best of Black Magic Woman Podcast - Mystery Guest Edition 1

Best of Black Magic Woman Podcast - Mystery Guest Edition 1

This special episode revisits one of our most captivating conversations of the year, featuring a guest whose journey is as dazzling as it is inspiring. 🌟 Clue #1: Known as the "First Nations Drag Queen," they’re a proud Gamilaroi and Dunghutti person making waves in the LGBTQIA+ and First Nations communities. 💃🏽Clue #2: Their story is one of resilience, passion, and breaking barriers, all while shining a light on the importance of self-expression and cultural pride. 🎭Clue #3: They use their

Dec 17, 2024 • 33:01

Threads of Identity: Fashioning Culture and Sovereignty

Threads of Identity: Fashioning Culture and Sovereignty

As we approach Christmas, we’re taking time to reflect on the incredible stories shared on the Black Magic Woman Podcast this year. This week, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with my childhood sis, Samala Thakialee Cronin, the powerhouse behind MumRed the Label. Samala is more than a designer; she’s a storyteller, weaving culture, identity, and resilience into every piece she creates. From using kangaroo sinew and weaving techniques passed down through generations to show

Dec 10, 2024 • 31:54

Art, Activism, and Identity: A Yarn with Coby Edgar on Connection and Creativity

Art, Activism, and Identity: A Yarn with Coby Edgar on Connection and Creativity

In this episode I yarn with Coby Edgar, a proud queer First Nations curator and cultural practitioner. Coby shares her journey from Darwin to Sydney, the intersection of art and activism, and the significance of storytelling in keeping history and culture alive. We explore her approach to curating community-driven exhibitions, the joy of working with mob, and her vision for fostering connection through art. Coby's current exhibition, "Same, Same, Different," at the Blacktown Arts Centre, explore

Dec 3, 2024 • 37:23

Opening Doors: Empowering First Nations Business for Global Impact

Opening Doors: Empowering First Nations Business for Global Impact

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience. If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your financial wellbeing, or help you start, run or grow your business, visit anz.com or call 13 13 14. In

Dec 2, 2024 • 31:54

Building Bridges Through Podcasting: Culture, Connection, and Representation

Building Bridges Through Podcasting: Culture, Connection, and Representation

In this inspiring episode, Mundanara Bayles sits down with Amanda Mudege-Fleischer, one half of the dynamic duo behind It’s Layered, a podcast featured on the Black Cast Network. Amanda shares her journey from Zimbabwe to Australia, how she found her voice in podcasting alongside her co-host Rumbi (based in the Czech Republic), and the challenges and triumphs of creating a platform for honest conversations about life in the diaspora.  We yarn about the power of storytelling, representation in me

Nov 27, 2024 • 30:40

Walking in Two Worlds: The Story Behind Like My Brother - Prt 2

Walking in Two Worlds: The Story Behind Like My Brother - Prt 2

In Part 2 of our conversation on the Black Magic Woman Podcast, I continue my yarn with Sal Balharrie and Dannielle Maclean, the directors behind the moving film Like My Brother. This episode dives deeper into the complexities of creating a film that resonates with community values and represents the voices of young Tiwi women navigating their ambitions in football while staying rooted in cultural identity. Sal and Dannielle share stories from the film’s seven-year journey, highlighting pivotal

Nov 19, 2024 • 21:45

Walking in Two Worlds: The Story Behind Like My Brother - Prt 1

Walking in Two Worlds: The Story Behind Like My Brother - Prt 1

In this weeks episode I sit down with Sal Balharrie and Dannielle MacLean, directors of the compelling film Like My Brother. The film delves into the intertwined stories of community, culture, and the enduring spirit of Tiwi women through the lens of their shared passion for football—a sport that becomes a metaphor for resilience, identity, and the dual worlds Indigenous people navigate. Sal and Dannielle share the intricate journey behind bringing Like My Brother to life, starting with Sal’s de

Nov 12, 2024 • 27:48

Beats, Culture, and Change: A Yarn with Dem Mob

Beats, Culture, and Change: A Yarn with Dem Mob

In this episode of the Black Magic Woman Podcast, I sit down with the talented group Dem Mob, a rising Indigenous hip-hop band making waves in the Australian music scene. Dem Mob, formed in 2019, began as a school project aimed at re-engaging Indigenous youth through music and culture. Today, they've transformed into a powerhouse collective, bringing Aboriginal language and culture to the forefront of their music, blending English and Pitjantjatjara languages to reach diverse audiences. In our y

Nov 5, 2024 • 21:39

From Nowra to ARIAs: Music, Culture, and the Path to Blak Excellence Part 2

From Nowra to ARIAs: Music, Culture, and the Path to Blak Excellence Part 2

In part 2 of my yarn with Nooky, we dive into the making of his album with 3%, sharing how collaborations with artists like Dallas and Angus enriched the project’s focus on elevating cultural history and awareness. The iconic album cover, featuring AFL player Uncle Nicky Winmar, stands as a powerful testament against racism, symbolising resilience and strength. Beyond his music, Nooky opens up about personal challenges, including his journey through grief and addiction, and the crucial role of c

Oct 29, 2024 • 29:08

From Nowra to ARIAs: Music, Culture, and the Path to Blak Excellence Part 1

From Nowra to ARIAs: Music, Culture, and the Path to Blak Excellence Part 1

In this weeks deadly episode, I sit down with proud Yuin, Thunghutti man and acclaimed artist Nooky for what was an amazing conversation, held on the iHeart Podcast stage at SXSW Sydney. We yarn about his journey, from growing up in Nowra to making waves in the Australian music scene. Nooky shares personal stories of struggle, resilience, and triumph, discussing his upbringing, the influence of family and community, and how music became his path to empowerment. Together, we explore the connectio

Oct 22, 2024 • 25:03

Voices of Resilience: A Journey to Truth and Justice Part 2

Voices of Resilience: A Journey to Truth and Justice Part 2

Welcome to part 2 of my yarn with Commissioner Sue-Anne Hunter. This yarn delves into the challenges of holding the government accountable for policies affecting First Nations peoples, with a particular focus on Victoria’s truth commission. The commission is examining systemic injustices from 1788 to the present and has outlined plans for future hearings over the next ten months, which will address critical issues such as child protection and criminal justice. Key Points: Aligning historical

Oct 8, 2024 • 25:12

Voices of Resilience: A Journey to Truth and Justice

Voices of Resilience: A Journey to Truth and Justice

In this powerful 2 part episode, I sit down with Commissioner Sue Ann Hunter, a proud Wurundjeri and Ngurai Illum Wurrung woman and commissioner at the Yoorrook Justice Commission, to discuss her multifaceted roles in advocating for child and family welfare, community representation, and systemic change, particularly focusing on the experiences and challenges of First Nations women. Key Highlights: Dual Roles and Advocacy: Sue-Ann Hunter shares her journey as a mother and child advocate, empha

Oct 8, 2024 • 26:26

Breaking Barriers: Indigenous Leadership and Cultural Resilience at Monash University

Breaking Barriers: Indigenous Leadership and Cultural Resilience at Monash University

This episode is proudly supported by Monash University, promoting the Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership program, delivered by Monash Business School & The William Cooper Institute. The Master of Indigenous Business Leadership, is a cross-disciplinary program with leading units delivered by Monash Business School, complemented by a tailored offering in design thinking, together with a mastery unit from Law. The partnership series features interviews with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islan

Oct 1, 2024 • 23:53

Leading the Way: A Vision for Aboriginal Workforce Empowerment in the Pilbara

Leading the Way: A Vision for Aboriginal Workforce Empowerment in the Pilbara

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience. If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your financial wellbeing, or help you start, run or grow your business, visit anz.com or call 13 13 14.

Sep 24, 2024 • 35:23

Heartfelt Leadership: Embracing Indigenous Wisdom and Authenticity in Modern Organisations

Heartfelt Leadership: Embracing Indigenous Wisdom and Authenticity in Modern Organisations

Welcome to episode 158 with my good friend Sarah Derry! Sarah is an experienced Chief Executive Officer Director, Board Advisor, Coach and Speaker. Sarah is a leader who is passionate about shaping high performing cultures, growing business, building talent and making a difference. Dive into our inspiring conversation as we explore “Heartfelt Leadership: Embracing Indigenous Wisdom and Authenticity in Modern Organisations.” 🌏✨ In this episode we also share invaluable insights on: Personal grow

Sep 17, 2024 • 24:52

Empowering Voices: Celebrating Indigenous Entrepreneurship at Supply Nation Connect

Empowering Voices: Celebrating Indigenous Entrepreneurship at Supply Nation Connect

Join us this week as my deadly tidda Ginny Jones (Unapologetically Blak & Ginnys Girl Gang) steps in on the mic as I recover from my operation. Recorded live from the Supply Nation Connect trade show, Ginny captures a variety of powerful stories from trailblazing Indigenous business owners. Hear from: 🔸 Uncle Kim Collard, National Naidoc Elder of the Year🔸 Jasmine Newman from Killara Services🔸 Steve Ella, the visionary behind a community-driven coffee company, Zipella🔸 Shaun Edwards, founder

Sep 11, 2024 • 25:56

Resilience and Harmony: A Journey Through Music and Motherhood

Resilience and Harmony: A Journey Through Music and Motherhood

🌟 "Emily Wurramara is a musical artist who can't be contained in any one genre" - SBS & NITV Living Black with Karla Grant 🌟 In this week’s episode I yarn with Emily Wurramara!!! In case you didn’t already know, Emily is a phenomenal Warnindhilyagwa woman, singer, songwriter, producer, and author. Emily opens up about her 14-year career, the release of her second album “Nara,” (out now!) and the advocacy for safe spaces for women in the music industry. 🎶 From overcoming racism, misogyny, and

Sep 4, 2024 • 22:05

ANZ Partnership Series - Kylie Cummings

ANZ Partnership Series - Kylie Cummings

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience. If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your financial wellbeing, or help you start, run or grow your business, visit anz.com or call 13 13 14.

Aug 27, 2024 • 29:55

Echoes of Heritage: Cultural Connection and Indigenous Leadership

Echoes of Heritage: Cultural Connection and Indigenous Leadership

This week i'm honoured to yarn with my deadly tidda Deanella Mack!! Dee is is an Arrernte woman born and raised in Alice Springs, Central Australia, who shares her journey of Arrernte heritage and the profound wisdom passed down by her grandparents. 🌿🖤 Dee sheds light on the power of storytelling in preserving traditions. We reflect on balancing Aboriginal values within the corporate world, the teachings of her grandfather about nature and “Dadiri” (deep listening) and the essence of Indigenou

Aug 14, 2024 • 27:07

Indigenous Leadership Summit - Michael Frangos

Indigenous Leadership Summit - Michael Frangos

Join me on episode 153 as I yarn with Michael Frangos at the Indigenous Leadership Summit in Naarm! 🌏✨ Michael is a renewable energy systems engineer with Greek ancestry raised on Kabi Kabi Country, just around the corner from where I live! He shares his journey since 2009 and the impactful work of Indigenous Energy Australia. 🚀🔋 From partnering with the Clean Energy Finance Corporation to emphasising cultural capability and community engagement, Michael advocates for inclusive strategies tha

Aug 7, 2024 • 23:50

NAIDOC Indigenous business Marketplace

NAIDOC Indigenous business Marketplace

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience. If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your financial wellbeing, or help you start, run or grow your business, visit anz.com or call 13 13 14. Ea

Jul 31, 2024 • 41:11

Indigenous Leadership Summit - Leah Purcell & Kaylah Truth

Indigenous Leadership Summit - Leah Purcell & Kaylah Truth

The Indigenous Leadership Summit 2024 Melbourne was more than an event; it was a springboard for impactful change. This event united Australia’s most influential minds to engage in bold and transformative conversations. Speakers explored and addressed the critical issues surrounding Indigenous careers, leadership advancements, and integration across all sectors. In this episode, recorded at the Indigenous Leadership Summit 2024, I yarn with Aunt Leah Purcell & Kaylah Truth. These two deadly

Jul 23, 2024 • 20:42

ANZ Partnership Series - Tom Mosby

ANZ Partnership Series - Tom Mosby

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience. If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your financial wellbeing, or help you start, run or grow your business, visit anz.com or call 13 13 14. Ha

Jul 9, 2024 • 30:30

Professor Pat Dudgeon

Professor Pat Dudgeon

It's episode 149 and I'm back on Whadjak Noongar Country yarning with Professor Pat Dudgeon!! Aunt Pat is from the Bardi people of the Kimberly area in Western Australia and is a Research Fellow at the School of Indigenous Studies at the University of Western Australia (UWA) in Perth, Western Australia. Her research is concerned with community engagement, consultation, and responsiveness, and draws upon multi-disciplinary approaches. Her large, national integrated projects map social phenomena a

Jun 26, 2024 • 30:10

ANZ Partnership Series - Catherine Gibson

ANZ Partnership Series - Catherine Gibson

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience.  If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your financial wellbeing, or help you start, run or grow your business, visit anz.com or call 13 13 14.

Jun 18, 2024 • 28:09

Elizabeth Walker

Elizabeth Walker

Dive into an inspiring yarn with my next guest, Elizabeth Walker! 🌿✨ Elizabeth Walker is a Nunakal, Ngugi and Goenpul woman of the Quandamooka nation off the coast of Meanjin. Join us as Elizabeth shares her unique journey growing up between Quandamooka Country and the mainland with 12 siblings. From the privileges and responsibilities of being the eldest, to the resilience taught by her great grandmother, this episode is a heartfelt exploration of cultural identity and education Discover the p

Jun 11, 2024 • 39:09

Don't Miss... Find and Tell

Don't Miss... Find and Tell

Don’t miss Find and Tell, the search for the next generation of Australian storytellers. Think of it like one of those TV talent shows... but for podcasting! You'll hear from four Australians as they go head-to-head to Find and Tell unique and interesting stories from around the country, based on a new theme each episode. Follow along each Wednesday as host Jamila Rizvi decides which storyteller will take home the grand prize and be crowned the Find And Tell champion. Search Find And Tell on you

Jun 7, 2024 • 6:32

ANZ Partnership Series - Jack Reis

ANZ Partnership Series - Jack Reis

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience.  If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your financial wellbeing, or help you start, run or grow your business, visit anz.com or call 13 13 14.

May 28, 2024 • 41:00

Go Cultural

Go Cultural

Dive into the inspiring journey of Meg & Walter McGuire Junior on this very special episode. Discover how Walter and his partner Meg turned their passion into the award-winning Go Cultural Aboriginal Tours, offering a bridge to understanding and appreciating Aboriginal culture 🏆. Learn about their commitment to heritage preservation, education, and expanding knowledge through storytelling. 📖✨ Through city tours and experiences, Go Cultural Aboriginal Tours & Experiences 'tell the first

May 14, 2024 • 40:33

Breaking the Cycle: Supporting Aboriginal Women Through Healing and Hope

Breaking the Cycle: Supporting Aboriginal Women Through Healing and Hope

Episode 145 features an inspiring yarn with Lorraine Pryor, a Whadjuk Noongar Woman with connections to Ballardong and Gnaala Karla Booja. A mother and grandmother, she is a passionate advocate and an important voice for local Aboriginal women, particularly those marginalised by society. This episode sheds light on the systemic barriers faced by Aboriginal women, including high incarceration rates and the struggle for post-release support. We explore the transformative work of grassroots initiat

May 1, 2024 • 32:26

Amanda Healy

Amanda Healy

In this compelling episode of the Black Magic Women Podcast, I yarn with special guest Amanda Healy. We dive deep into the powerful intersection of Aboriginal culture with the mining and fashion industries. This episode is a vibrant discussion that spans across personal journeys, economic empowerment, and the global representation of Aboriginal culture. Amanda, a proud Wonnarua woman from the Hunter Valley in NSW, has over 35 years of experience in the mining industry, working with renowned comp

Apr 17, 2024 • 34:54

Oral McGuire

Oral McGuire

In this enlightening episode, Oral Mcguire and I delve into the significant theme of recognising and valuing the unique contributions of Aboriginal people to society. Our discussion centers around the importance of shifting the narrative from reconciliation to negotiation, highlighting the immense value Aboriginal perspectives bring to various sectors and communities. Oral McGuire is a Noongar leader and landholder who is strongly skilled at cross cultural mentoring and education. Oral has exten

Apr 4, 2024 • 36:46

Nyoka Morgan

Nyoka Morgan

In this episode, Nyoka shines a light on the urgent and ongoing challenges that Aboriginal communities in Western Australia face. With a focus on the impact of systemic issues on children and families, we delve into the critical topics of inadequate care services, funding shortages, and the repercussions of these deficits. Recommendations throughout this episode:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nyyani/ https://nyyani.com/ Website: www.blackmagicwoman.com.au Follow us on Instagram - @blackmagicwoman

Mar 20, 2024 • 37:42

Kelly Mundine

Kelly Mundine

Kelly Mundine co-founded Mibayn, a 100% Koori-owned business, driven by the urgent need to fill the gaps within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for Indigenous Australians. This is not just a service; it’s a movement. With a strong cultural heartbeat, Mibayn provides culturally sensitive disability support that not only understands but also respects and uplifts the community it serves. Recommendations throughout this episode:  https://www.pc.gov.au/ongoing/overcoming-indigenous-di

Mar 5, 2024 • 38:17

Joe Williams – Ex NRL Player and Founder ‘Our Way Academy’

Joe Williams – Ex NRL Player and Founder ‘Our Way Academy’

In this episode former NRL player and founder of 'Our Way Academy' Joe Williams delves into deep discussions about racism, abuse, and the societal changes needed to foster human evolution. Joe addresses the effects of modern society on family relationships and parenting, with insights from Gabor Mate’s book “Hold on to Your Kids.” Joe shares personal struggles with suicide attempts, addiction, and also touches on their achievements in sports, while offering words of hope to their younger self. O

Feb 19, 2024 • 34:22

A/Prof Rick Macourt

A/Prof Rick Macourt

Rick Macourt is Associate Professor of Practice and Associate Dean, First Nations Strategy and Services in the Faculty of Medicine & Health at the University of Sydney. He is also the founder and Managing Director of First Nations Economics. Rick was previously Director, First Nations Expenditure and Outcomes at NSW Treasury having previously worked in Federal and local government as well as the private and NGO sectors. Rick is currently a Board Member of Black Rainbow and an Indigenous Advi

Feb 6, 2024 • 37:41

Jaynaya Winmar

Jaynaya Winmar

Jaynaya Winmar is a proud Noongar/Balladong woman from Quairading in the wheatbelt region of Western Australia. She’s also a Cycle breaker, a Glow Getter, and an Indigenous Entrepreneur. As a dual business owner, Jaynaya says her passion in life has always been to make the most of every opportunity.  In this week’s episode, Jaynaya Winmar talks to Mundanara about being part of a network of First Nations investors, advice for when you’re seeking investment and her experiences in the industry.  Re

Jan 22, 2024 • 27:13

Sené Maluwapi

Sené Maluwapi

Sené Maluwapi is a First Nations and Pasifika model, a proud Malu Kiwai woman of the Samu and Gaidai Clans. Sené uses her modelling career to extend the acknowledgement of First Nations people in creative spaces and platform her passion for protecting her island home of Boigu in Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait Islands) from the impacts of climate change. In this episode, Sené chats to Mundanara about the effect climate change is having on her home and people, and her experiences in the modelling indu

Dec 28, 2023 • 40:55

Josh Creamer

Josh Creamer

Josh Creamer is a highly accomplished and decorated Waanyi and Kalkadoon barrister who specialises in class actions, human rights and native title. In September Josh was appointed as a Commissioner to the Queensland Law Reform Commission. In this episode, Mundanara and Josh talk about his integral and groundbreaking work in seeking justice through truth-telling, and how he’s creating pathways for other mob wanting to work in the space. Recommendations throughout this episode:  https://www.linked

Dec 14, 2023 • 36:27

Jenny Khan

Jenny Khan

Jenny Khan is a Wailwan woman and the owner and director of the Unexpected Guest - a breakfast food company that prides itself on creating clean, healthy food, using Indigenous botanicals.  In this episode, Mundanara chats to Jenny about what it takes to succeed in business, leading with Indigenous values and the influence of Country. Recommendations throughout this episode:  https://theunexpectedguest.com/about-us/ https://www.kristalkinsela.com/ Website: www.blackmagicwoman.com.au Follow us on

Nov 30, 2023 • 30:19

Billy Dib

Billy Dib

This episode is proudly supported by Sparke Helmore Lawyers. Billy Dib is a beacon of resilience and determination. Not only is he a notable figure in the boxing realm, securing the IBO Super Featherweight and IBF Featherweight World Championship titles during an illustrious career, he is also a cancer survivor. Now, standing triumphant in remission, Billy spoke to Mundanara about how he draws on his own experiences to help people build a resilient mindset to navigate through life’s toughest cha

Nov 9, 2023 • 28:53

Monash University Partnership Series - Bedi Othow

Monash University Partnership Series - Bedi Othow

This episode is proudly supported by Monash University, promoting the Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership program, delivered by Monash Business School & The William Cooper Institute. The Master of Indigenous Business Leadership, is a cross-disciplinary program with leading units delivered by Monash Business School, complemented by a tailored offering in design thinking, together with a mastery unit from Law. The partnership series features interviews with Aboriginal and Torres Strait I

Oct 26, 2023 • 31:27

Narelda Jacobs

Narelda Jacobs

In the age of misinformation and disinformation, Blak journalists have never been more integral for bringing a new perspective and lived experience to the country’s media landscape.   Narelda Jacobs is a Whadjuk Noongar journalist, presenter and commentator with a career that spans more than two decades.  Narelda is passionate about promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and is on the board of the National Justice Project. Narelda also sits on Football Australia’s National Indigenous Adviso

Oct 11, 2023 • 34:48

Kyle Leong

Kyle Leong

Kyle Leong wants more mob talking about money and making money!  The Koko-bera man from the small Aboriginal community of Kowanyama was born and raised on Turrabal/Jaggera land and now lives on Giabal/Jarowair land with his 3 children and his wife.  Kyle is also the Senior Manager for Retail Banking Services (RBS) Indigenous Engagement for Commonwealth Bank where he is responsible for the recruitment and retention of Indigenous employees and has recently launched a pilot program that gives mob t

Oct 5, 2023 • 25:20

IBA Partnership Series - Jessica Morris

IBA Partnership Series - Jessica Morris

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.  Jess is the Founder and Managing Director of Strong Spirit Aboriginal Services – Jess has over 15 years’ experience working in health promotion, public health, mental health, Aboriginal health and management, primary healthcare and has delivered workplace training programs. In 2006, Jess was awarded with a Deans A

Sep 26, 2023 • 25:57

Monash University Partnership Series - William Trewlynn

Monash University Partnership Series - William Trewlynn

This episode is proudly supported by Monash University, promoting the Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership program, delivered by Monash Business School & The William Cooper Institute. The Master of Indigenous Business Leadership, is a cross-disciplinary program with leading units delivered by Monash Business School, complemented by a tailored offering in design thinking, together with a mastery unit from Law. The partnership series features interviews with Aboriginal and Torres Strait I

Sep 5, 2023 • 32:26

Sasha Sarago

Sasha Sarago

Sasha Kutabah Sarago is a proud Wadjanbarra Yidinji, Jirrbal and African-American woman. A former model, Sasha, grew frustrated by the invisibility of multicultural women in fashion and media. In 2011, she founded Ascension — Australia's first digital lifestyle platform for women of colour. As a speaker, Sasha raises awareness around culture, diversity and equity in the business, media and lifestyle sectors. Sasha's TEDx talk The (de)colonising of beauty was selected as TED.com 2021 Editor's Cho

Aug 27, 2023 • 38:27

Monash University Partnership Series - Amale Scally & Robert Brooks

Monash University Partnership Series - Amale Scally & Robert Brooks

This episode is proudly supported by Monash University, promoting the Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership program, delivered by Monash Business School & The William Cooper Institute. The Master of Indigenous Business Leadership, is a cross-disciplinary program with leading units delivered by Monash Business School, complemented by a tailored offering in design thinking, together with a mastery unit from Law. The partnership series features interviews with Aboriginal and Torres Strait I

Aug 16, 2023 • 41:03

IBA Partnership Series - Sarai Roe

IBA Partnership Series - Sarai Roe

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future. This week we have a new IBA partnership series episode with proud Yorta Yorta woman Sarai Roe, founder of Wanyara. Wanyara provides interactive Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural experiences to help people understand and embrace an Aboriginal perspective of our country. Their programs draw on the tradit

Aug 9, 2023 • 33:51

Mitchell Ross

Mitchell Ross

Mitchell is a proud Bidjigal man from La Perouse in south-east Sydney. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Muru Office Supplies, a national Workplace Supplies provider, and is passionate about his role supporting the growth of the First Nations business sector and giving back to community. After working in the IT industry for almost 15yr providing technology services to small business customers, Mitchell discovered the emerging supplier diversity trend in late 2011 and pivoted from IT into workplace

Aug 1, 2023 • 30:37

Stan Grant

Stan Grant

This episode is a big one. The inimitable Wiradjuri man and journalist, Stan Grant, joined Mundanara on stage to celebrate BlackCard’s tenth birthday and NAIDOC Week. What unfolded was a very special conversation on survival, love and yindyamarra. Yindyamarra, in Wirajduri language, means respect. More than that though, Stan says: “it means respect even when others don’t respect you. It means the respect that comes from knowing where you are, the country you are from, what has given birth to us.

Jul 11, 2023 • 19:21

Felicia Foxx

Felicia Foxx

You probably recognise this week’s guest. Felicia Foxx is a Kamilaroi and Dunghutti storyteller and drag queen, and they are thriving. Starting their drag career at just 16 years old, Felicia set out to inspire young ones to be their most charismatic and authentic selves. Using their platform, they continue to break down barriers, smash stigmas and create awareness for Indigenous and queer rights.  In this episode, Felicia shares their story of discovering their two spirits, the value of connect

Jun 26, 2023 • 32:57

Monash University Partnership Series - Janine Mohamed

Monash University Partnership Series - Janine Mohamed

Why is education important for business?  In this episode, Dr Janine Mohamed, CEO of the Lowitja Institute, tells Mundanara that although we operate in a white system, Blak business owners often aren’t motivated to go into business for the same reasons as non-Indigenous businesses.  Education, she says, taught her a lot about herself - what not to do and who she didn’t want to be.  Dr Janine Mohamed is a proud Narrunga Kaurna woman from Point Pearce in South Australia who has dedicated her caree

Jun 13, 2023 • 37:31

Teela Reid

Teela Reid

Why do we wait until something is trending to talk about it?  In this episode, rebellious lawyer, storyteller and proud Wiradjuri and Wailwan woman Teela Reid yarns with Mundanara about how our stories matter all the time, land rights and how Australia needs to come to terms with itself as a ‘white racist colony’. Teela also talks about her exciting new podcast, Blak Matters which aims to entertain through education. Recommendations throughout this episode:  https://www.teelareid.com/story Websi

Jun 6, 2023 • 32:14

Bobbi Lockyer

Bobbi Lockyer

How do we make events like Fashion Week more culturally safe? Hire Black. In this episode Mundanara yarns with award-winning artist and photographer, Bobbi Lockyer about pursuing your dreams despite the doubters, honouring our Elders and making events more culturally safe. Bobbi is a self-described “true mermaid queen”. The artist and Ngarluma, Kariyarra, Nyulnyul and Yawuru woman says she is obsessed with the ocean and in love with rainbows and colour. In 2021 she was named NAIDOC Artist of the

May 29, 2023 • 30:10

Antoinette Lattouf

Antoinette Lattouf

Has there been progress in the Australian media industry? Antoinette is a multi award-winning journalist, author, broadcaster, TEDx speaker, mental health ambassador. If that wasn’t enough she’s also the co-founder of Media Diversity Australia - a not for profit that seeks to increase cultural and linguistic diversity in mainstream media. In this episode, Mundanara and Antoinette discuss what it’s like to work in the Australian media as a Lebanese woman from a working-class family, her book ‘How

May 22, 2023 • 33:58

IBA Partnership Series - Leanne Sanders

IBA Partnership Series - Leanne Sanders

How can technology be used to enrich a young person’s connection to identity and culture? Leanne Sanders is a Kamilaroi, Tati Tati, Wadi Wadi and Mutti Mutti woman and the CEO of First Nations female-led tech company, Visual Dreaming. Through the development of their Visual Dreaming app, Leanne and her team aim to utilise technology to build a future based on individual and community visions and give youth the tools to shape a positive future for themselves through sharing the richness of Aborig

May 14, 2023 • 33:24

IBA Partnership Series: June Oscar AO

IBA Partnership Series: June Oscar AO

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future. June Oscar AO is a proud Bunuba woman from the remote town of Fitzroy Crossing in Western Australia’s Kimberley region. She is a strong advocate for Indigenous Australian languages, social justice, women’s issues, and has worked tirelessly to reduce Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). June has held a raft of in

May 9, 2023 • 38:38

IBA Partnership Series: Fiona Clarke

IBA Partnership Series: Fiona Clarke

Born in Warrnambool, South West Victoria 1963 Fiona Clarke is a Kirrae Whurrong Aboriginal woman. For over 30 years Fiona has depicted her Aboriginal culture through the visual arts, including tapestry, painting, public art and through children’s literature. Fiona has created a variety of artworks using uncomplicated symbols, juxtaposed against rich earthy backgrounds and colours, producing vibrant contemporary works of art. Today Fiona is quite well known, and her work is in collections nationa

May 2, 2023 • 28:13

Monash University Partnership Series - Joshua Duke

Monash University Partnership Series - Joshua Duke

This episode is proudly supported by Monash University, promoting the Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership program, delivered by Monash Business School & The William Cooper Institute. A proud Dunghutti man, Josh has over eight years’ experience providing professional services to a wide range of clients across Australia including Federal Government, listed and non-listed entities. Josh is a highly accomplished Chartered Accountant and was the recipient of the 2021 ACT Young Chartered Acc

Apr 23, 2023 • 35:23

Lisa Sarago - CEO Goanna Solutions

Lisa Sarago - CEO Goanna Solutions

Lisa Sarago is a proud Yidinji/Yalanji woman and the CEO leading the Goanna Group which includes Goanna Solutions, Goanna Solutions Education, and Yapang (charitable organisation). Goanna is a unique brand and boasts the ability to provide education to employment for diverse cohorts, with Goanna Education being the only Indigenous ICT RTO operating in Australia. Working across many industries, Lisa started her career in Queensland Government, and led teams in a variety of programs. Lisa was inte

Apr 16, 2023 • 31:15

IBA Partnership Series: Lacey Long

IBA Partnership Series: Lacey Long

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future. Lacey Long is a proud Kamilaroi woman on Barada Barna Country, Middlemount Central QLD. She’s a wife and mother, and the owner and founder of Buck Wild Country and Friends of The Wild Collective. Buck Wild Country was founded in 2018. Starting with one design for men, the range quickly grew to over 20 designs for m

Apr 6, 2023 • 30:41

Noni Eather & Menah Mckenzie

Noni Eather & Menah Mckenzie

Mayála-Bol is a social enterprise focused on holistic social and emotional wellbeing for First Nations women and youth in Darwin, NT. We are 100% Aboriginal owned and run for the purpose of wellness & healing for First Nations women. They develop and facilitate holistic wellbeing workshops, culturally safe healing circles and wellbeing resources. Mayála-Bol was co-created by Noni Eather and Menah Mckenzieaim to encourage and increase Social & emotional wellbeing protectiv

Mar 26, 2023 • 40:13

IBA Partnership Series: Priscilla Mason

IBA Partnership Series: Priscilla Mason

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.Priscilla Mason is a proud Worimi woman from Port Stephens, NSW and is the director of Indigeco, a Supply Nation certified business that offers a range of specialised services to the construction industry. Indigeco are passionate about promoting employment opportunities for Indigenous individuals and communities wit

Mar 19, 2023 • 32:57

Jade Ritchie

Jade Ritchie

Jade is a Gooreng Gooreng woman and joins us from her recent experience with the Australian Government as Director of Economic Development and Major Projects based in Darwin.Jade has over 20 years knowledge and experience with respect to stakeholder, trade and investment relationship building; and developing and implementing programs and initiatives that have led to enhancing Aboriginal engagement and leadership capabilities within both the public sector and in her connections with remote commun

Mar 12, 2023 • 32:44

Jack Wilkie-Jans

Jack Wilkie-Jans

This series is presented in partnership with Black Magic Woman, Cairns Indigenous Art Fair and Bumma Bippera Media 98.7 FM. The Cairns Indigenous Art Fair will run from 13th-16th July 2023 in Cairns, go to https://ciaf.com.au for more information on what’s on and for tickets.Jack Wilkie-Jans is an artist, arts worker and Aboriginal affairs advocate from Tropical North Queensland. He is of Aboriginal, British, Danish and Vanuatuan heritage and the Tribal Great Grandson of pre-eminent artist, Dr.

Feb 24, 2023 • 36:08

Joshua Duke

Joshua Duke

This episode is proudly supported by Monash University, promoting the Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership program, delivered by Monash Business School & The William Cooper Institute.A proud Dunghutti man, Joshua Duke has over seven years’ experience providing professional services to a wide range of clients across Australia including Federal Government, listed and non-listed entities. Josh is a highly accomplished Chartered Accountant and was the recipient of the 2021 ACT Young Chartered A

Feb 16, 2023 • 35:42

Kristal Kinsela

Kristal Kinsela

Kristal Kinsela is a proud and passionate Indigenous business leader and owner who is an expert at connecting people and moving them into action. ​Through determination, resilience and hard work, Kristal built her own professional career and then a multi-million dollar consultancy business. Today, she channels her experience and energy into helping others succeed.​A descendant of both the Jawoyn and Wiradjuri nations, Kristal brings her personal story and over 18 years of business expertise

Feb 10, 2023 • 41:05

IBA Partnership Series: Tanyah Nasir

IBA Partnership Series: Tanyah Nasir

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.Tanyah was born and raised in Darwin, in the Northern Territory and has connections to the Garrawa, Djugun and Tiwi language groups.Tanyah is an educator with more than 25 years experience as a teacher, lecturer, program developer, designer and trainer.A leader in the community, Tanyah is driven by the desire to cre

Feb 2, 2023 • 37:59

Monash University Partnership Series - Laura Thompson

Monash University Partnership Series - Laura Thompson

This episode is proudly supported by Monash University, promoting the Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership program, delivered by Monash Business School & The William Cooper Institute.Laura Thompson is a Gunditjmara woman and co-founder of Clothing the Gap and The Koorie Circle with Sarah Sheridan. Clothing The Gaps is a fresh and dynamic fashion label managed by health professionals that celebrates Aboriginal people and culture. They were recognised for their excellence at the 2020 Drea

Dec 22, 2022 • 37:28

Monash University Partnership Series

Monash University Partnership Series

Black Magic Woman Podcast and Monash University are excited to announce a brand-new partnership series, promoting the Master of Indigenous Business Leadership program.The Master of Indigenous Business Leadership is a cross-disciplinary program with leading units delivered by Monash Business School, complemented by a tailored offering in design thinking, together with a mastery unit from Law.Graduates will have the skills to produce innovative and multi-disciplinary solutions in dynamic business

Dec 16, 2022 • 1:13

IBA Partnership Series: Natasha Short

IBA Partnership Series: Natasha Short

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.Natasha was born and raised in the East Kimberley and is passionate about positive social changes and righting injustices, of which she was aware of, from a very young age. She has lived most of her life in the Kimberley region and is familiar with the challenges. But at the same time, she is solutions-focused and p

Nov 25, 2022 • 43:14

New IBA Series: Teaser

New IBA Series: Teaser

I am so excited to announce that very soon, we will be releasing new episodes as apart of the brand new Indigenous Business Australia Series.Black Magic Woman Podcast and Indigenous Business Australia have once again partnered to deliver 10 episodes with a focus on First Nations women in business and build conversations around economic empowerment, safety and social justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.The partnership is an important element of continuing to highlight the outs

Nov 11, 2022 • 0:59

Tom Seymour

Tom Seymour

Tom Seymour is the CEO of PwC Australia . As CEO he leads a team of more than 700 partners and 8000 staff across PwC’s three businesses - Assurance, Financial Advisory and Consulting. Tom is also the Chair of PwC’s Elevate Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan, and a board member of Top Education Limited. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Queensland University of Technology, a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from Bond University and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australi

Nov 4, 2022 • 44:49

Bianca Hunt

Bianca Hunt

QUT Business and Creative Industries Graduate, AGNT BLAK Founder, 2021 LinkedIn Changemaker, experienced Broadcaster and freelancer, Bianca Hunt has a passion to bring her full-self into every space she enters.Well known for her Co-Hosting of NITV x AFL's Yokayi Footy she intends to have a positive influence in the media industry. Her newest upcoming project is Co-Host of Going Places with Ernie Dingo which she is excited to share soon.Bianca is the founder and CEO of Agnt Blak is a talent agenc

Oct 28, 2022 • 44:35

Shanell Dargan

Shanell Dargan

Shanell Dargan pulled on the boxing gloves as a way to find resilience due to the domestic violence she was enduring at home. Now, 10 years later, Shanell plans to become the first Indigenous Australian female world champion boxer. Join us as we have an amazing yarn, overlooking the Darling Harbour, Sydney. Shanell shares her experiences growing up in Campbelltown, her stellar singing career and X factor journey and her new pursuit as a professional boxer.A really deadly and inspiring yarn not t

Oct 6, 2022 • 41:49

IBA Partnership Series - Rodney Rankins

IBA Partnership Series - Rodney Rankins

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.When Gnaala Karla Booja man Rodney Rankins talks about home ownership, his eyes light up with pride. He became the 19,000th home loan that Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) approved for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people since its inception.Rodney has constructed his home in a new housing development in

Sep 23, 2022 • 28:47

Tiddas Special

Tiddas Special

Brisbane, 2022. Five women, best friends for decades, meet once a month to talk about books, life, love and the jagged bits in between.Dissecting each other’s lives seems the most natural thing in the world and honesty, no matter how brutal, is something they treasure. Best friends tell each other everything, don’t they? But each woman carries a complex secret and one weekend, without warning, everything comes unstuck.Tiddas is a page-to-stage adaptation of Anita Heiss’s best-selling novel in a

Sep 16, 2022 • 36:09

Garma Special - Part 3

Garma Special - Part 3

This episode is dedicated to the late Uncle Archie Roach.Garma is Australia's premier Indigenous event, a celebration of the cultural, artistic and ceremonial traditions of the Yolngu people.Over four days in remote Arnhem Land, guests are immersed in the rich cultural heritage of Yolngu hosts, experiencing traditional miny'tji (art), ancient story-telling, manikay (song) and bunggul (dance). The over-riding artistic vision and cultural mission of Garma are to provide a contemporary environment

Aug 29, 2022 • 45:00

Garma Special - Part 2

Garma Special - Part 2

This episode is dedicated to the late Uncle Archie Roach.Garma is Australia's premier Indigenous event, a celebration of the cultural, artistic and ceremonial traditions of the Yolngu people.Over four days in remote Arnhem Land, guests are immersed in the rich cultural heritage of Yolngu hosts, experiencing traditional miny'tji (art), ancient story-telling, manikay (song) and bunggul (dance). The over-riding artistic vision and cultural mission of Garma are to provide a contemporary environment

Aug 22, 2022 • 45:16

Garma Special

Garma Special

This episode is dedicated to the late Uncle Archie Roach.Garma is Australia's premier Indigenous event, a celebration of the cultural, artistic and ceremonial traditions of the Yolngu people.Over four days in remote Arnhem Land, guests are immersed in the rich cultural heritage of Yolngu hosts, experiencing traditional miny'tji (art), ancient story-telling, manikay (song) and bunggul (dance). The over-riding artistic vision and cultural mission of Garma are to provide a contemporary environ

Aug 12, 2022 • 39:46

Supply Nation Special

Supply Nation Special

Connect is Supply Nation’s annual flagship event for the Indigenous business sector. The event brings together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses, corporate organisations and government departments to foster strategic opportunities and celebrate the success of the sector.All industries have been forced to navigate the challenges associated with the pandemic, however as restrictions ease, I was so happy to be apart of the first ‘in-person’ Connect event since 2019.This year, Supply

Jul 22, 2022 • 1:06:19

CIAF Series - Darren Blackman

CIAF Series - Darren Blackman

This series is presented in partnership with Black Magic Woman, Cairns Indigenous Art Fair and Bumma Bippera Media 98.7 FM. The Cairns Indigenous Art Fair will run from 6-10 July in Cairns, go to https://ciaf.com.au for more information on what’s on and for tickets.Darren Blackman is a proud Gureng Gureng\Gangalu man with maternal South Sea heritage (from Vanuatu) and was born in Nambour, Sunshine Coast. With a range of practical skills and approaches to art making, Darren generally special

Jul 8, 2022 • 33:48

CIAF Series - Benita Williams

CIAF Series - Benita Williams

This series is presented in partnership with Black Magic Woman, Cairns Indigenous Art Fair and Bumma Bippera Media 98.7 FM. The Cairns Indigenous Art Fair will run from 6-10 July in Cairns, go to https://ciaf.com.au for more information on what’s on and for tickets.Benita Williams is an Indigenous model based in Port Douglas, Queensland. A proud Kuku Yalanji woman, Benita was approached by a model management agency in 2012 while she was shopping for jewellery in a local shopping centre.After ove

Jul 7, 2022 • 20:09

IBA Partnership Series - James Morgan

IBA Partnership Series - James Morgan

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.James Morgan is the owner and operator of Yibekka Kakadu Tours. He is passionate about protecting sacred sites within Kakadu National Park creating more career opportunities for his family.As a local Bininj man living and working in Kakadu. James’s experience includes working in the Kakadu National Park Cultural Her

Jul 3, 2022 • 1:08:53

CIAF Series - Gerry Turpin

CIAF Series - Gerry Turpin

This series is presented in partnership with Black Magic Woman, Cairns Indigenous Art Fair and Bumma Bippera Media 98.7 FM. The Cairns Indigenous Art Fair will run from 6-10 July in Cairns, go to https://ciaf.com.au for more information on what’s on and for tickets.Gerry Turpin is a Mbabaram man from north Qld and a renowned Ethnobotanist. He has been employed by the Queensland State Government for about 30 years and has previously been involved in the Queensland Herbarium’s Vegetation Surveys a

Jun 27, 2022 • 27:35

CIAF Series - Janina Harding

CIAF Series - Janina Harding

Janina Harding is a proud Meriam (Erub/Mer) woman, who is currently the Artistic Director of the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF). She has over thirty years of experience in and across the Indigenous art sector (ranging from leading various cultural and employment programs, who has experience in public broadcasting, boasting exceptional prowess in event management and programming).A daughter of Eleanor Harding, she hails from Melbourne, Victoria but currently lives in Cairns, Queensland where,

Jun 22, 2022 • 35:06

CIAF Series - Francoise Lane

CIAF Series - Francoise Lane

This series is presented in partnership with Black Magic Woman, Cairns Indigenous Art Fair and Bumma Bippera Media 98.7 FM. The Cairns Indigenous Art Fair will run from 6-10 July in Cairns, go to https://ciaf.com.au for more information on what’s on and for tickets.Francoise Lane is an artist and textile designer that helps lovers of standout textiles and pattern by creating unique textiles inspired by stories of connection to country. Her goal is that her textiles will bring joy to your home an

Jun 17, 2022 • 37:25

Dean Parkin

Dean Parkin

Dean is a proud Quandamooka man who lives on country, Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island).Having been closely involved in the process that resulted in the historic Uluru Statement From The Heart, Dean continues to advocate for constitutional and structural reform as Director of From the Heart.Formerly an investment analyst at alternative asset investment firm Tanarra Capital, Dean also has extensive experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander affairs.He has consulted across the public,

Jun 10, 2022 • 52:44

Book Club Series - Anita Heiss

Book Club Series - Anita Heiss

Anita Heiss is a proud member of the Wiradjuri nation of central new south wales, but was born in Gadigal country and has spent much of her life on Dharawal land near La Perouse. She is one of Australia’s most prolific and well-known authors publishing across genres including non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction, and children’s novels. Her latest book is Bila Yarudhanggalangdhuray. Anita is also a marathoner!Anita’s children’s literature includes Kicking Goals with Goodesy and Mag

Jun 1, 2022 • 1:00:46

Leah Purcell

Leah Purcell

Leah Purcell is a proud Goa-Gunggari-Wakka Wakka woman born and bred in Murgon, Queensland. Leah is a multi-award-winning director, actor, writer, producer and showrunner. She has written and directed landmark film, TV and theatrical works such as; Box the Pony, Redfern Now, Cleverman, The Secret Daughter, My Life is Murder, The Twelve and The Drover’s Wife.She is an AACTA, Helpmann, The Deadly’s, Australian Directors Guild, AWGIE, IF, AFI, Matilda and Logie award winning and nominated artist fo

May 17, 2022 • 58:03

Professor Chelsea Watego

Professor Chelsea Watego

On episode #85 I have the absolute pleasure of yarning with Professor Chelsea Watego. Chelsea is a Munanjahli and South Sea Islander woman with over 20 years of experience working within Indigenous health as a health worker and researcher. Chelsea’s work has drawn attention to the role of race in the production of health inequalities.Chelsea is a prolific writer and public intellectual, having written for @indigenousx NITV, The Guardian, and The Conversation. She is a foundin

May 3, 2022 • 1:01:10

Bradley Gimbert

Bradley Gimbert

Bradley Gimbert is a proud Aboriginal man with ancestral ties to the Wailwan mob, and through his adoptive father, also to the Barkindji mob. He has grown up in several suburbs of Western Sydney and identifies proudly with his culture.As a child, Brad faced much adversity and quickly became aware of the prejudice our people face, with his father losing their family home and being forced into bankruptcy off the back end of bad advice. It was at this point, brad understood the harsh reality our pe

Apr 26, 2022 • 1:05:14

Dr Ray Kerkhove

Dr Ray Kerkhove

On episode 83 of the podcast I yarn with Ray Kerkhove. Dr Ray Kerkhove is a professional historian and ethno-historian (accredited through PHAQ), specializing in 19th Century Aboriginal social history and material culture, mostly for southern Queensland. Ray was born in the Netherlands and migrated to Sydney with his family at the age of 4. They arrived with very little and their first home was Villawood Detention Centre. In the mid-1980s, at the end of his University studies in history and

Mar 29, 2022 • 1:02:20

Professor Megan Davis - Part 3

Professor Megan Davis - Part 3

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Mar 22, 2022 • 32:13

IBA Partnership Series - Liandra Gaykamangu

IBA Partnership Series - Liandra Gaykamangu

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.Welcome to the latest instalment of the IBA Partnership series. On this episode, I yarn with the amazing Liandra Gaykamangu.Liandra is a Yolŋu woman from North-East Arnhem Land and the Founder and Creative Director of Liandra Swim, an eco-conscious designer swimwear label that fuses contemporary Aboriginal art

Mar 8, 2022 • 52:04

Professor Megan Davis Part 3

Professor Megan Davis Part 3

Episode #81 Part 3 - Professor Megan Davis Professor Megan Davis is a Cobble Cobble woman of the Barrungam nation in southwest Queensland. Megan is the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous. As PVCI, she leads UNSW's Indigenous Strategy and is the Director of Nura Gili: Centre for Indigenous Programs.Megan is a Professor of Law and the Balnaves Chair of Constitutional Law. She is a renowned constitutional lawyer and public law expert, focusing on advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres S

Feb 28, 2022 • 32:27

Professor Megan Davis Part 2

Professor Megan Davis Part 2

Episode #81 Part 2 - Professor Megan Davis Professor Megan Davis is a Cobble Cobble woman of the Barrungam nation in southwest Queensland. Megan is the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous. As PVCI, she leads UNSW's Indigenous Strategy and is the Director of Nura Gili: Centre for Indigenous Programs.Megan is a Professor of Law and the Balnaves Chair of Constitutional Law. She is a renowned constitutional lawyer and public law expert, focusing on advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres S

Feb 21, 2022 • 46:01

Professor Megan Davis Part 1

Professor Megan Davis Part 1

Episode #81 - Professor Megan Davis Professor Megan Davis is a Cobble Cobble woman of the Barrungam nation in southwest Queensland. Megan is the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous. As PVCI, she leads UNSW's Indigenous Strategy and is the Director of Nura Gili: Centre for Indigenous Programs.Megan is a Professor of Law and the Balnaves Chair of Constitutional Law. She is a renowned constitutional lawyer and public law expert, focusing on advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait I

Feb 14, 2022 • 49:12

IBA Partnership Series - Caitlin Hicks

IBA Partnership Series - Caitlin Hicks

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.For episode #80 we bring to you the 7th instalment of the @indigenous_business_australia partnership series. I have the pleasure of yarning with Caitlin Hicks from Hicks Civil and Mining, a 100% Aboriginal owned civil and earthworks business operating in the Pilbara region of Western Austral

Jan 31, 2022 • 45:47

Megan Cope

Megan Cope

On Episode #79 of the podcast I have a deadly yarn with Megan Cope. Megan is a Quandamooka (North Stradbroke Island in South East Queensland) artist. Her site-specific sculptural installations, video work and paintings investigate issues relating to identity, the environment and mapping practices.Megan’s work often resists prescribed notions of Aboriginality, and examines psychogeographies that challenge the grand narrative of ‘Australia’ and our sense of time and ownership in a settler colonial

Jan 17, 2022 • 1:05:03

Tanya Hosch

Tanya Hosch

On Episode 78 and the first episode for 2022 I yarn with Tanya Hosch. Tanya is the Executive General Manager of Inclusion and Social Policy at the Australian Football League and 2021 South Australian – Australian of the year.Tanya has a long and distinguished history in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander policy, advocacy, governance and is an accomplished public speaker. Before joining the AFL as the first ever Indigenous person and 2rd woman in their Executive ranks in August 2016, Tanya was

Jan 10, 2022 • 54:34

Gina Williams

Gina Williams

Last episode for 2021! What a year!! And what a deadly way to finish it off. I have the absolute pleasure of yarning with Gina Williams! Gina is a proud Balladong (Noongar, South West) woman, with links through her grandmother’s line to the Gitja people of the East Kimberley. She is an award-winning singer-songwriter and journalist, who has spent the past three decades committed to sharing stories and writing songs for her community, and with collaborator and best friend, Guy Ghouse. G

Dec 21, 2021 • 55:47

Eat For You

Eat For You

On Episode 76 of the podcast I had the absolute pleasure of yarning with Kendall Macdowell and Hayley Dickinson from Eat For You, a business that makes delicious, raw, organic wholefood snacks with a vision to deliver generational change in health outcomes. Hayley and Kendall believe it’s their job to take us back to basics, before we move forward. Back to the pillars of real food, movement, sleep and community. Back to our foundation for longevity. A place where health and healing resides

Dec 7, 2021 • 1:03:21

Erin Woolford

Erin Woolford

On episode 75 of the podcast I yarn with my good friend Erin Woolford. Erin is a Kuyani Arrernte woman and multi-award-winning Aboriginal Affairs specialist with 25 years’ experience across the for-purpose, Aboriginal community controlled, corporate, academic, government and professional services sectors working within regional, remote and metropolitan communities. Erin’s specialisation is in community and economic development, policy reform, strategy co-design, development of reconcil

Nov 23, 2021 • 45:21

Luke Briscoe

Luke Briscoe

Episode 74 is here! I yarn with the deadly brother, Luke Briscoe. Luke is a proud Kuku-Yalanji man from Daintree in Far Northern Australia and for the past twenty years he has been leading cultural change and organizational transformation across numerous sectors. .Luke is an Indigenous Science Educator, Broadcaster and App Developer, he is the CEO and Founder of an award-winning startup, INDIGI LAB. He founded INDIGI LAB to create innovative solutions for social and environmental change thr

Nov 9, 2021 • 57:25

Gali Blacher

Gali Blacher

On episode 73 of the podcast I have an amazing yarn with Gali Blacher. Gali is the Co-founder of a social enterprise called ‘The Good Box’, who help thousands of Australians experiencing homelessness receive beautiful boxes with firsthand quality items. The boxes are a vehicle to an important conversation which can help some of the most isolated people in society to be more likely to seek and accept assistance. The Good Box also provides school and corporate engagement programs to

Oct 18, 2021 • 45:35

IBA Partnership Series - Adam & Carmel Wooding

IBA Partnership Series - Adam & Carmel Wooding

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future. On episode 72 of the podcast I yarn to husband and wife duo Adam and Carmel Wooding from Empower Digital, as a part of the partnership series with Indigenous Business Australia. Empower Digital are passionate advocates for small business, offering digital training and support services Australia-wide. Spec

Oct 5, 2021 • 37:00

Uncle Danny Morseu

Uncle Danny Morseu

This week, episode 71! I am so very honoured to have met and yarned with Uncle Danny Morseu here at my home, on the Sunshine Coast. Uncle Danny is a Torres Strait Islander man who had a highly decorated national and international basketball career, including competing in two Olympics and one World Championship, and leads many community initiatives.In his younger years, after completing school, he moved to Cairns from the Torres Strait for employment where he played basketball and rugby league fo

Sep 27, 2021 • 58:00

Corey Tutt

Corey Tutt

On episode 70 of the podcast I yarn with Corey Tutt. Corey is a Kamilaroi man from Nowra on the New South Wales south coast. As a kid, he dreamed of becoming a zookeeper and in high school he developed a love of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) subjects. But unlike the arts and sport, he found there was little encouragement for Aboriginal people to pursue careers in STEM. In 2018, while working as a research assistant for the University of Sydney, Corey founded Dea

Sep 20, 2021 • 55:32

IBA Partnership Series - Melissa Greenwood & Lauren Jarrett

IBA Partnership Series - Melissa Greenwood & Lauren Jarrett

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future. Episode 69 of the podcast is the 5th instalment of the Indigenous Business Australia series and it’s an absolute pleasure to yarn with mother and daughter duo, Lauren Jarrett and Melissa Greenwood. Melissa and Lauren hail from the Gumbaynggirr, Dunghutti, and Bundjalung tribes of Australia’s East Coast and are

Aug 28, 2021 • 41:32

Nathan Martin - CEO Yalagan Group

Nathan Martin - CEO Yalagan Group

On Episode 68 of the podcast I yarn with Yuin man Nathan Martin.Nathan’s story simply put is one of a kind – enduring challenges in his life that would deter many in the pursuit of their dreams, his individual determination and values are what make up the very foundation of is company, Yalagan Group.Yalagan – a word from the Yuin nation meaning ‘hard working’ or ‘smart-fellow’ began as a personnel hire and recruitment company, after Nathan saw first-hand the lack of representation of Aboriginal

Aug 14, 2021 • 52:37

IBA Partnership Series - Lynda Maybanks

IBA Partnership Series - Lynda Maybanks

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.On episode 67 of the podcast, I interview my fourth guest of the IBA partnership series. I yarn with proud Yugara woman Lynda Maybanks, from Ipswich. Lynda is passionate about improving social outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through reviving Yugara cultur

Jul 17, 2021 • 38:23

Shantelle Thompson - The Barkindji Warrior

Shantelle Thompson - The Barkindji Warrior

On episode 66 of the podcast I yarn with Shantelle Thompson. Shantelle is a proud Barkindji/Ngyampaa/European woman who is a mother of 3, an athlete, world champion, storyteller, educator, social entrepreneur, mentor, role model and social justice advocate. Overcoming abuse, disadvantage and bullying, Shantelle has fought to change her path and challenge the stereotypes and boundaries she faced as an Aboriginal girl from the small country town of Dareton, New South Wales.After developi

Jul 10, 2021 • 51:14

IBA Partnership series - Isaac Harrison

IBA Partnership series - Isaac Harrison

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.On episode 65 of the podcast I interview my third guest of the IBA partnership series. I yarn with Kabi Kabi and Birri man Isaac Harrison, an Indigenous Entrepreneur with a background in renewables and marketing. Since founding and successfully exiting Bunjil Energy in Melbourne, he now resides on his Grandfathers l

Jun 26, 2021 • 54:26

George Newhouse - Director at The National Justice Project

George Newhouse - Director at The National Justice Project

On episode 64 of the podcast I interview George Newhouse. George is a non-Indigenous man originally from Yuggera country, who is the principal solicitor of the National Justice Project and an Adjunct Professor of Law at Macquarie University. He is well known for his extensive work in fighting for justice for the mentally ill, LGBTI Australians, immigrants, prisoners, asylum seekers, youth detainees, and First Nations people.George co-founded the National Justice Project in 2016 with Da

Jun 19, 2021 • 55:11

IBA Partnership Series - Simon Thornalley

IBA Partnership Series - Simon Thornalley

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.On episode 63 I yarn with my second guest of the IBA partnership series, Simon Thornalley. Simon is from the Torres Strait and is the founder/operator of Saltwater Eco Tours, a sailing tours business operating on the waters of the Mooloolah river on the Sunshine Coast.Launched in 2020, Saltwater eco tours is a uniqu

May 15, 2021 • 43:09

Uncle David Bell

Uncle David Bell

On episode 62 I yarn with my deadly Uncle and Wiradjuri elder, Uncle David Bell. Uncle Dave is the founder of Young Spirit Mentoring Program, a powerful multicultural on-the-ground fitness and empowerment program focusing on youth, community and creating a positive change for the future. The program is now operating in its 20th year and with the help of his incredible volunteers and mentors, Uncle Dave’s mission in life is to build positive pathways for the youth in the

May 8, 2021 • 53:30

Thomas Mayor

Thomas Mayor

On Episode 61 I yarn with Thomas Mayor. Thomas is a Torres Strait Islander man born on Larrakia country in Darwin. Thomas is the author of Finding the Heart of the Nation - The Journey of the Uluru Statement towards Voice, Treaty and Truth and the children’s book, Finding Our Heart. He is also the national Indigenous officer and Northern Territory branch deputy secretary of the Maritime Union of Australia. Thomas strongly advocates for three changes essential to Aus

May 1, 2021 • 53:53

IBA Partnership Series - Kantesha Takai

IBA Partnership Series - Kantesha Takai

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.On episode 60 I have the absolute pleasure of interviewing my first guest for the IBA partnership series, Kantesha Takai. Kantesha is from the Torres Strait and is the heart and soul behind Lola Digital; a boutique creative and content agency based on Thursday Island in the Torres Strait, that provides tailored

Apr 17, 2021 • 46:31

Cr Kara Cook - Councillor for Morningside

Cr Kara Cook - Councillor for Morningside

Kara Cook has been the Councillor for Morningside since January 2018 and is committed to being a strong voice for the local community. Kara grew up in Regional Queensland learning the value of a strong community. Kara and her husband Josh, and their two daughters live in Morningside and have been local residents for close to 10 years. Before becoming Councillor, Kara’s background in Law lead her to specialise in Domestic Violence, having founded Australia’s first expert domestic violen

Apr 10, 2021 • 55:41

Karen Mundine - CEO Reconciliation Australia

Karen Mundine - CEO Reconciliation Australia

On Episode 58 I have the absolute pleasure of yarning to Karen Mundine. Karen is from the Bundjalung Nation of northern NSW. As the CEO at Reconciliation Australia, brings to the role more than 20 years’ experience leading community engagement, public advocacy, communications and social marketing campaigns.Over the course of her career she has been instrumental in some of Australia’s watershed national events including the Apology to the Stolen Generations, Centenary of Federation commemorations

Apr 2, 2021 • 52:44

Live @ Queen St Mall with Lauren Appo

Live @ Queen St Mall with Lauren Appo

On episode 57 I go live at the Queen street Mall, Wintergarden ‘Gathering’. An event held every Wednesday hosted by Creative Nations. I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Lauren Appo, a proud Mamu woman from Innisfail with strong links to Goreng Goreng Mobs on her mothers side. Lauren has been living on Meanjin country since she was 12 and has built strong connections in Brisbane and the communi

Mar 27, 2021 • 55:35

Dr Anita Heiss

Dr Anita Heiss

On episode 56 I yarn with Anita Heiss, a proud Wiradjuri woman of central NSW, born in Gadigal country and has spent much of her life on Dharawal land near La Perouse. She is one of Australia’s most prolific and well-known authors publishing across genres including non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction, and children’s novels. As an advocate for Indigenous literacy, Anita has worked in remote communities as a role

Mar 6, 2021 • 59:46

Dr Mark McMillan

Dr Mark McMillan

On episode 55 of the podcast, I yarn with the deadly Dr Mark McMillan, a Wiradjuri man from Trangie in central west New South Wales. With a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, a Master of Law and a doctorate in Juridical Science, Dr Mark McMillan was the first Indigenous person to be appointed to senior lecturer at the University of Melbourne’s Law School. He is a passionate leader of Indigenous engagement and education and has many year's experience in public

Feb 26, 2021 • 55:26

Darryl White - AFL All Star

Darryl White - AFL All Star

On episode 54 I yarn with Arrernte man and AFL triple premiership winning legend, Darryl White. Darryl is best known for his illustrious AFL career kicking 165 goals for the Brisbane Lions/Bears from 1992 - 2005 including an impressive 20 finals appearances over his career. He was a valued member of the Indigenous All Stars team on four occasions, inducted as a legend into the AFLNT Hall of Fame and named in the back pocket in the

Feb 11, 2021 • 1:01:01

Witiyana Marika

Witiyana Marika

On episode 53 I have the absolute honour to yarn with Witiyana Marika. A respected Rirratjingu (yolngu) ceremonial leader who is best known as one of the founding members of the highly successful Yolngu band Yothu Yindi. More recently, he produced and starred in the recent film directed by Steven Maxwell Johnson ' High Ground’ – Australia's Untold History, which was released in cinemas on the 28th of January 202

Feb 3, 2021 • 36:49

January 26th - Invasion Day Special

January 26th - Invasion Day Special

Episode 52 – January 26th. Invasion Day. Survival Day. Today we release a special and unique episode, on a date of so much significance to First Nations People. I yarn with a number of deadly guests from all over the country about what January 26th means to them. I also ask about their feelings on the one-word change in the national anthem which took effect on January 1st&nbsp

Jan 25, 2021 • 47:24

Sally Lawrence

Sally Lawrence

On episode 51 I have a deadly yarn with Sally Lawrence, in person at my studio in Coolum Beach. Sally is a non-Indigenous woman based on the Sunshine Coast, who for the past 20 years, has worked exclusively with both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities within the Education context. As Manager for Indigenous Education (DET – North Coast Region), Sally’s high level professional and personal practice has made significant contributions to the Queensla

Jan 15, 2021 • 50:24

Michelle Deshong

Michelle Deshong

Michelle Deshong is from Townsville, North Queensland and draws here connection to Kuku Yulanji nation. Michelle has worked in both the Government and NGO sectors, and has held many senior leadership roles and she currently holds a number of directorship roles in the Not for Profit sector, including the Supply Nation Board, Thirrili and the OXFAM Indigenous Advisory Council. Michelle has a strong commitment to human rights and has also been an NGO re

Jan 9, 2021 • 57:14

Professor Roianne West

Professor Roianne West

On episode 49 my guest is Professor Roianne West. Professor West is a Kalkadunga and Djaku-nde woman hailing from her grandmother’s ancestral lands near Mount Isa. Professor West was Australia’s first Nursing Director in a tertiary hospital with a dedicated portfolio of Indigenous Health. Her drive to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health is part of a long family tradition and includes careers of nursing spanning four generations. We yarn ab

Dec 29, 2020 • 57:32

Brian Warner - Kabi Kabi Traditional Owner

Brian Warner - Kabi Kabi Traditional Owner

On Episode 48 I have the pleasure of Brian Warner joining me in studio. Brian is a Kabi Kabi Traditional Owner and Native Title applicant here on the Sunshine Coast. He is a descendent of the Kabi Kabi and Wakka Wakka tribes on his mother's side and Barumgum on his father's side. Brian previously worked for the Federal Government - for Centrelink where he won an Outstanding Public Service to the Community a

Dec 22, 2020 • 59:40

Tony McAvoy SC

Tony McAvoy SC

On episode 47 I yarn to Tony McAvoy. Tony is a Wirdi man from the central Queensland area around Clermont. He is also a native title holder in his grandmother’s country around Thargomindah in southwest Queensland. Tony graduated in law from QUT and was admitted as a solicitor in 1988. He was called to the Bar in NSW in 2000 and appointed as Senior Counsel in 2015. He was a Part Time Acting Commissioner on the NSW Land and Environment Court (2011-2013), was

Dec 15, 2020 • 50:22

Bruce Pascoe - Author & Historian

Bruce Pascoe - Author & Historian

Bruce Pascoe is a Bunurong man and an award-winning Australian writer, editor, and anthologist. His works have been published nationally and internationally, and have won several national literary competitions. His book exploring the history of Aboriginal agriculture Dark Emu : Black Seeds : Agriculture or Accident? has attracted considerable attention for its discussion of land management practices in Australia prior to colonization. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black

Nov 14, 2020 • 39:09

Dr Fiona Foley - Artist, Writer and Academic

Dr Fiona Foley - Artist, Writer and Academic

Fiona Foley is Badtjala and an influential curator, writer and academic as well as an internationally recognised artist. Dr Foley pursues a diverse artistic practice encompassing painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, mixed-media work, found objects and installation. Foley examines and dismantles historical stereotypes and her works explore a broad range of themes that relate to politics, culture, ownership, language and identity.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-magic-w

Oct 29, 2020 • 43:22

Sianna Catullo - Clothing The Gap

Sianna Catullo - Clothing The Gap

Sianna is a proud Narungga woman who is the head of Brand and Marketing for Clothing the Gap, a clothing label meant to provide a space for people to come together, celebrate Aboriginal culture and design, and talk about Aboriginal history and social issues. Sianna also helped start a national campaign called ‘Free the Flag’ to raise awareness on licensing agreement issues with the Aboriginal flag. She has helped establish a junior’s side for the Fitzroy Stars, Studies a Bachelor in Health

Oct 23, 2020 • 36:46

Amy McQuire - Writer & Reporter

Amy McQuire - Writer & Reporter

Amy McQuire is a Darumbal and South Sea Islander journalist with 14 years experience working across Aboriginal and independent media. For the past four years, she has co-hosted an investigative podcast into the wrongful conviction of Aboriginal man Kevin Henry. She was written for the New York Times, Washington Post, Meanjin, Marie Claire and the Guardian, amongst others. She is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Queensland researching media representations of violence against A

Oct 17, 2020 • 49:32

Steven Oliver - Writer & Performer

Steven Oliver - Writer & Performer

Steven Oliver was born in Cloncurry in North West Queensland and is currently based in Brisbane. He is a writer/performer in myriad fields ranging from poetry and acting to songwriting and cabaret. His written works for the stage include the plays Proppa Solid (published by Playlab Press) and From Darkness (Brisbane Festival), and his one-man cabaret show Bigger and Blacker (Adelaide Cabaret Festival), all of which received rave reviews from both critics and audiences. His poetic works have

Oct 10, 2020 • 55:36

Guyala Bayles - Model

Guyala Bayles - Model

Guyala “Lala” Bayles is a proud Birri Gubba and Wonnarua woman born on Yuggera country in South Brisbane where she currently resides with her partner and family. Ever since she was a little girl, Lala always wanted to be a model to show the world just how beautiful Aboriginal people and culture really is. Lala never gave up on her childhood dream and after years of unsuccessful auditions, trials and tribulations she signed an exclusive contract in 2018 with Chic Model Management alongs

Sep 11, 2020 • 49:58

Isaiah Dawe

Isaiah Dawe

In Episode 40 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast, I yarn with Isaiah Dawe (skin name Yakamarri), a proud Butchulla and Gawara saltwater man currently residing in Sydney. Isaiah is CEO and Founder of the first Aboriginal mentoring organisation to support Aboriginal young people in Out of Home Care in New South Wales called “ID. Know Yourself”. His passion is derived from his own experience growing up in foster care, shifting through multiple foster homes so he has the lived experience to

Sep 3, 2020 • 52:48

Stella de Cos - Director,  Business Solutions program Indigenous Business Australia

Stella de Cos - Director, Business Solutions program Indigenous Business Australia

In episode 39 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn with Stella de Cos an Arrernte woman born in Canberra, with family ties to central desert and Alice Springs. As director of the Business Solutions program at Indigenous Business Australia, Stella is an integral part of the team providing business relief support to Indigenous businesses including the $50m package that NIAA announced in April for COVID-19 support.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-magic-woman. Hosted on Aca

Aug 28, 2020 • 52:43

Gaja Kerry Charlton - Go’enpul Elder

Gaja Kerry Charlton - Go’enpul Elder

In episode 38 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn with Gaja Kerry Charlton an elder of the Go’enpul Tribe of Yuggera country which starts south west from the Great Dividing Range down to Logan River up to the Pine river and east to Moreton Bay. Gaja Kerry is a Traditional Owner of Yuggera, Quandamooka (Moreton Bay) and Kabi Kabi country north to the Sunshine Coast and has traditional ties to the Gulf area. Raised in a big extended family across her coastal and mainland country Gaja Kerr

Aug 21, 2020 • 50:04

Aunty Diane Kerr - Wurundjeri Elder

Aunty Diane Kerr - Wurundjeri Elder

In episode 37 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn with Aunty Diane Kerr who is a respected Elder, of the Ganun Willam Balak Clan of the Wurundjeri Tribe. Aunty Di is the matriarch of her family and takes pride in being a mother, stepmother, foster mother, aunty and a grandmother.Aunty Di has devoted much of her life to her local community as both a mentor and foster carer. She has worked in various fields including child care, education, native title, Stolen Generation support, and other com

Aug 8, 2020 • 47:39

Belinda Duarte - CEO Culture is Life

Belinda Duarte - CEO Culture is Life

In episode 36 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast, I yarn with Belinda Duarte who was born and raised in Ballarat, Victoria, and is a descendant of the Wotjobaluk & Dja Dja Wurrung people with Celtic and Polish origins. As the CEO of Culture is Life she supports Aboriginal-led solutions for the prevention of Aboriginal youth suicide. Belinda holds a range of positions including Director of Western Bulldogs, Board member of MCG Trust, Director of AnnaMilla, Co-Chair Atlantic Fellows for Social E

Jul 28, 2020 • 59:47

Kevin Yow Yeh - Manager, Meanjin Bail and Order Support Services Program

Kevin Yow Yeh - Manager, Meanjin Bail and Order Support Services Program

In episode 35 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn with Kevin Yow Yeh a proud Wakka Wakka and South Sea Islander man who grew up on Butchulla Country in Hervey Bay and now resides in Meanjin (Brisbane) on Jagera Country. Kevin is happily partnered with Kamilaroi man, Bob Smith and together they have two son's. Kevin is the oldest of seven siblings across two families and remains closely connected to his family across Queensland's South East Corner. Support this show http://supporter.acas

Jul 24, 2020 • 1:00:34

Leanne Caton - Chief Executive Officer, Yilli Rreung Housing Aboriginal Corporation

Leanne Caton - Chief Executive Officer, Yilli Rreung Housing Aboriginal Corporation

In episode 34 of the Black Magic Woman I yarn with Leanne Caton a Kalkadoon Woman who was raised and educated in Darwin, with family and cultural connections in the NT, SA, WA and Qld.With a career spanning over thirty plus years, Leanne was appointed in 2015 to the role of Executive Director of the Office of Aboriginal Affairs with the Northern Territory Government where she became the most senior Aboriginal Public Servant in the NT. In 2017, Leanne was appointed to the role of CEO of the

Jul 20, 2020 • 1:05:34

Aunty Pat Mamanyjun Torres - Owner/Director, Mamanyjun Tree Enterprises Pty Ltd

Aunty Pat Mamanyjun Torres - Owner/Director, Mamanyjun Tree Enterprises Pty Ltd

In episode 33 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn with Aunty Pat Mamanyjun Torres who is connected to the Jabirr-Jabirr, Nyul-Nyul, Bard, Djugun, Yawuru, and Garajarri lands of Western Australia. In 2018, Aunty Pat graduated with a Bachelor of Indigenous Languages and Linguistics degree through the Charles Darwin University at the Batchelor Institute, to record the remnants of language for her family’s Djugun and Jabirr-Jabirr languages. Aunty Pat is Owner/Director of the Mamanyju

Jul 17, 2020 • 54:30

Matt Rix - Former member, CommBank's Indigenous Careers Team

Matt Rix - Former member, CommBank's Indigenous Careers Team

Matt Rix is a Yuwaalayaay man through his Mother and Bagi (Grandmother) who come from the small community of Goodooga NSW. Matt grew up in Redcliffe and lives on Kabi Kabi Country in Noosa with his wife Tanya and son Cooper.Matt has over 20 years experience working in banking commencing as a teller and progressing through various roles including Branch Manager, Learning and Development Consultant and was an original member of CommBank's Indigenous Careers Team where he spent the last 4 years.Sup

Jul 10, 2020 • 55:20

Florence Drummond - Co-founder of Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia

Florence Drummond - Co-founder of Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia

In episode 31 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn with Florence Drummond a Dauareb/Wuthathi woman who was born and raised on Thursday Island in the Torres Straits. As co-founder of Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia (IWIMRA) and a Mine Operator, Florence understands from a grass roots level, the relationship of community and stakeholder relations and their shared vision for a sustainable future. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-magic-woman. Hosted

Jul 3, 2020 • 41:53

Jodi Sampson - Managing Director of Jodi Sampson Services

Jodi Sampson - Managing Director of Jodi Sampson Services

In episode 30 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn to Jodi Sampson the Managing Director of Jodi Sampson Services (JSS). Jodi identifies himself and is known and respected as a proud Gomeroi/Gamilaroi Man having being raised in Moree and kinnected to other parts of North-West New South Wales. Jodi now resides on the Gold Coast QLD where he has raised his 2 Sons (Engineers).Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-magic-woman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati

Jun 29, 2020 • 42:14

Ken Wyatt AM - Minister for Indigenous Affairs

Ken Wyatt AM - Minister for Indigenous Affairs

In episode 29 of Black Magic Woman I yarn to Minister for Indigenous Affairs Ken Wyatt AM an Indigenous Australian politician who has been a member of the House of Representatives since 2010, representing the Division of Hasluck for the Liberal Party. He is the first Indigenous Australian elected to the House of Representatives, the first to serve as a government minister, and the first appointed to cabinet. Prior to entering Parliament, Wyatt served as senior public servant in the fields of Abo

Jun 12, 2020 • 1:13:26

Mitch Tambo - Singer/Entertainer

Mitch Tambo - Singer/Entertainer

On this episode of Black Magic Woman podcast I yarn to the deadly brother Mitch Tambo, renowned for his didgeridoo playing, an actor, presenter and performer Mitch Tambo is one of Australia’s most talented entertainers. A proud Gamilaraay man, Mitch lights up any arena with a passion and deep commitment to his First Nations culture and the people he represents. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-magic-woman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omn

Jun 9, 2020 • 38:46

Uncle Jack Charles - Actor

Uncle Jack Charles - Actor

Episode 27 of the Black magic Woman Podcast is dropping today as I yarn with Uncle Jack Charles who is an Indigenous elder and activist who was born at the Cummeragunja Mission on the Murray River in Victoria in 1943. At 12 months old Uncle Jack was taken from his mother and raised in a Salvation Army boys’ home where he was taught nothing of his Indigenous heritage. Being part of the stolen generation affected uncle Jack deeply and he was just 17 years old when he was jailed for the f

Jun 1, 2020 • 46:12

Madonna Thomson - Managing Director of Jagera Daran Community and Heritage Solutions

Madonna Thomson - Managing Director of Jagera Daran Community and Heritage Solutions

In Episode 26 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn with Madonna Thomson a proud Yagara and Githabul woman and member of the Jagera People who has worked for more than ten years in native title, cultural heritage and natural resource management. As Managing Director of Jagera Daran Community and Heritage Solutions, Madonna is an experienced founding operator of a successful and respected Queensland Indigenous business who works with Aboriginal communities across southeast Queensland, deve

May 27, 2020 • 1:05:26

Luke Penrith - Artist

Luke Penrith - Artist

In Episode 25 I yarn with Luke a proud Wiradjuri man with cultural and family ties to the Yuin People of NSW South Coast (Bermagui to Kiah), the Wotjoboluk People in Western Victoria (Dimboola/Horsham) and Gumbaynggirr Nation on the NSW mid-north coast (Nambucca Heads). As a modern contemporary Aboriginal artist and mentor, Lore, culture and heritage are paramount to Luke whose life’s work has been focussed on building a foundation and work ethic in Aboriginal communities to grow and secure

May 25, 2020 • 43:36

Liza McGuire - Owner, Redspear Safety

Liza McGuire - Owner, Redspear Safety

In Episode 24 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast, I yarn with Liza McGuire a Bidjara, Ghangulu and Iman woman originally from Rockhampton in Central Queensland. She has extensive senior management experience and holds a number of directorships across a broad range of sectors. Liza was the co-founder of Jinnali Productions where she co-produced the first Aboriginal women’s calendar taking it to international audiences in addition to providing young Aboriginal women with access to opportunity in the

May 22, 2020 • 1:06:19

Wayne Denning - Managing Director of Carbon Creative

Wayne Denning - Managing Director of Carbon Creative

Episode 23 of Black Magic Woman Podcast, I yarn with Birri Gubba man Wayne Denning, the Managing Director of Carbon Creative, a social change creative agency with impact.Determined to give a positive voice to Indigenous Australians, Wayne set about creating innovative engaging design, content and strategy that put storytelling and creativity front and centre with the goal of changing hearts and minds on a grand scale. Carbon Creative was born.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-ma

May 18, 2020 • 54:47

Dr Mark Wenitong - Medical Advisor, Apunipima Cape York Health Council

Dr Mark Wenitong - Medical Advisor, Apunipima Cape York Health Council

On Episode 22 I yarn with Dr Mark Wenitong. He is from the Kabi Kabi tribal group of south Queensland and graduated from Newcastle University Medical School in 1995 as the third Aboriginal male graduate and one of the first Aboriginal men to become a doctor. Mark is a father, grandfather, devoted husband and talented musician who currently works as a Medical Advisor at the Apunipima Cape York Health Council in Cairns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 15, 2020 • 56:28

Leanne Kemp - CEO of Everledger

Leanne Kemp - CEO of Everledger

Episode 21 i yarn with Leanne Kemp who is the Founder and CEO of Everledger and Queensland Chief Entrepreneur. She is a prominent figure in the technology sector and recognised internationally as an innovator and leader. In 2018, her entrepreneurial success saw her appointed as the Queensland Chief Entrepreneur in Australia, to develop the state’s startup ecosystem, attract investment and support job creation. She is the first woman entrepreneur to hold this position. Leanne works on a global sc

May 8, 2020 • 48:49

Greg Phillips - Professor, Griffith University

Greg Phillips - Professor, Griffith University

In episode 20 of Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn with Gregory Phillips a Waanyi and Jaru medical anthropologist and Professor of First People’s Health in the School of Medicine at Griffith University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 4, 2020 • 1:00:38

Nita Sharp - Naturopath; Herbalist - CosMediSpa

Nita Sharp - Naturopath; Herbalist - CosMediSpa

On this episode of Black Magic Woman Podcast I yarn with Nita Sharp a Naturopath for over 25 year and has worked, lectured and studied, in both Australia and around the world in Naturopathic/Nutrition Medicine. Her research interests are in how a person’s nutritional biochemistry is affected by their genetic potential and their interaction with the environment. Presently she is finishing her PhD, specialising in childhood primary care in First Nations Australians at a community controlled health

Apr 30, 2020 • 52:36

Dart Johnson - National Indigenous Program Manager at BMD Group

Dart Johnson - National Indigenous Program Manager at BMD Group

Episode 18 I yarn with Dart Johnson who joined BMD, a family owned construction company in late 2007 and in late 2015 was approached by the Business Development Manager who has great respect and empathy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and believed that the recently released Federal Indigenous Procurement Policy would be a positive catalyst for change which meant that BMD needed someone to facilitate and manage BMD’s Indigenous Program journey so in 2016 Dart became the National

Apr 27, 2020 • 28:54

Peter Kirk - Director, Screenwriter, Producer

Peter Kirk - Director, Screenwriter, Producer

Episode 17 I yarn with Peter Kirk. He is a proud Jerrinja man and multi award winning TVC, film director, screenwriter and producer who grew up on Ngunnawal country in Canberra and his homelands on the south coast of NSW.  Peter now resides in Sydney where he started his career in the film making industry in 2000 and has over 12 years experience in the digital/film production space. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 22, 2020 • 48:18

Jolleen Hicks - Owner of SupplyAus

Jolleen Hicks - Owner of SupplyAus

Episode 16 I yarn with Jolleen Hicks a proud Ngarluma & Yindjibarndi woman from Roebourne, Western Australia and founder of Aboriginal Insights.  A former Lawyer, Truth Seeker and Business woman who is on a mission to eliminate racism and discrimination in our country (Australia) through providing the tools for others to be culturally aware and confident; and to respect cultural differences. Jolleen is also a Director/Owner of SupplyAus a 100% Indigenous owned business that supplies goods to

Apr 20, 2020 • 1:04:01

Roberta Di Santo - Restore Divine Self  (Bonus Episode)

Roberta Di Santo - Restore Divine Self (Bonus Episode)

Roberta from Restore Divine Self is an amazing reader, very straight forward and spot on! Mundanara chats with Roberta wondering what the future looks like whilst we deal with COVID19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 19, 2020 • 1:06:21

Professor Gracelyn Smallwood - CQUniversity

Professor Gracelyn Smallwood - CQUniversity

Episode 14 I yarn with Dr Gracelyn Smallwood a Birrigubba, Kalkadoon and South-Sea Islander woman who has been advocating against racism and violation of human rights against First Nations people for the past 45 years. Dr Smallwood is currently a Professor of Nursing & Midwifery and Community Engagement at CQUniversity in Townsville. She was awarded an Order of Australia in 1992 for service to public health, particularly HIV-AIDS education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 17, 2020 • 46:04

Dr Sarah Pearson - Advance Queensland & Kathryn Potter - Physiotherapy Innovations

Dr Sarah Pearson - Advance Queensland & Kathryn Potter - Physiotherapy Innovations

In Episode 13 I yarn with 2 inspiring women, Dr Sarah Pearson, entrepreneur and Deputy Director-General for Innovation, Advance Queensland and Kathryn Potter a proud Kamilaroi woman and the founder of Physiotherapy Innovations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 15, 2020 • 41:04

William Trewlynn - Managing Director of InCulture and YarnnUp

William Trewlynn - Managing Director of InCulture and YarnnUp

In this episode I yarn with William Trewlynn a proud Nucoorilma and Dunghutti man born and raised in Western Sydney. William is a Social Entrepreneur, Collaborator and Facilitator with over 15-year experience in Aboriginal Affairs.  William is the owner and Managing Director of InCulture and YarnnUp, and is the CEO of the newly established Not-for-profit, BlaQ Aboriginal Corporation, which supports our LGBTQ+ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members. William is also a BlackCard Ac

Apr 11, 2020 • 50:37

Dr Mary Graham - Professor, University of QLD

Dr Mary Graham - Professor, University of QLD

Dr Mary Graham Associate Adjunct Professor School of Political Science andInternational Studies, University of Queensland and recently awarded anHonourary Doctorate at QUT for her lifetime commitment to Scholarship andCommunity. Dr Graham has been a dedicated lecturer with the University ofQueensland teaching Aboriginal history, politics and comparative philosophy. Dr Graham has also lectured nationally on these subjects, and taught core university subjects with Dr Lilla Watson in the 1980’s at

Apr 10, 2020 • 45:08

Rebecca Hack - QLD Teachers Union & Yarraka Bayles - The BlackCard

Rebecca Hack - QLD Teachers Union & Yarraka Bayles - The BlackCard

I hope you enjoy this deadly yarn with Rebecca Hack from the Qld Teachers’ Union and Yarraka Bayles from BlackCard, who have been delivering Cultural Capability training to Queensland school teachers across the state.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-magic-woman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 9, 2020 • 42:52

Troy Casey & Amanda Hayman

Troy Casey & Amanda Hayman

Episode 9 I yarn to Blaklash owners Troy Casey and Amanda Hayman. Blaklash is 100% Indigenous owned business delivering cultural events and creative projects that showcase Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices. The team combines their interest in the arts and business development.Recommendations throughout this episode: https://blaklash.com/about Website: www.blackmagicwoman.com.auFollow us on Instagram - @blackmagicwomanpodcast The Black Magic Woman Podcast is hosted

Apr 8, 2020 • 44:37

Leah Cameron

Leah Cameron

Episode 8 - I yarn with Leah Cameron, a Palawa woman from Tasmania and the Principal Solicitor and owner of Marrawah Law. Marrawah Law is certified by Supply Nation as a majority Indigenous-owned, controlled and managed legal practice. The firm was the second firm in Australia to reach this milestone and remains the only certified Indigenous legal practice in Queensland.   Recommendations throughout this episode:  http://marrawahlaw.com.au/leah-cameron/   Website: www.blackmagicwoman.com.au Foll

Apr 6, 2020 • 48:36

Dr Blaze Kwaymullina

Dr Blaze Kwaymullina

In this Episode of Black Magic Woman i yarn with Dr Blaze Kwaymullina, Palyku Traditional Owner who is a Business Owner, Academic and Author. We yarn about Family, Culture, Justice, Sovereignty, Politics, Business and being a Social Entrepreneur.Recommendations throughout this episode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-blaze-kwaymullina-0a73048b/?originalSubdomain=auWebsite: www.blackmagicwoman.com.auFollow us on Instagram - @blackmagicwomanpodcastThe Black Magic Woman Podcast is hosted b

Apr 6, 2020 • 1:02:08

Noel Prakash

Noel Prakash

Episode 6 I yarn with Noel Prakash National Manager, Indigenous Banking, Social Impact team at Commonwealth Bank. Noel shares his insights and learnings of up skilling his bankers with Cultural Capability training in order for them to better engage with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses and communities. Recommendations throughout this episode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noel-prakash-2a05a712/?originalSubdomain=auWebsite: www.blackmagicwoman.com.auFollow

Apr 4, 2020 • 43:08

Joe Hedger

Joe Hedger

Don’t miss this deadly yarn with Joe Hedger who is the lead of EY's Indigenous Sector Practice based in Canberra, ACT. Joe is also respected for his political astuteness, sensitivity and expertise in Australian Indigenous social, cultural, practices, beliefs and protocols. We yarn about the health and well-being of mob and supporting elders and our communities as well as supporting Indigenous businesses especially right now with COVID19....“Our people’s health is critical at the best of times an

Apr 3, 2020 • 1:15:13

Cherie Johnson

Cherie Johnson

In this episode I yarn with the Founder and Owner of Speaking In Colour, Cherie Johnson.Cherie is a Gamilaroi and Weilwun woman who resides in Newcastle, NSW and is a PhD candidate, researching the effects of urban Aboriginal Women coming to culture and the importance in the contemporary context. She is also a highly regarded lecturer in Aboriginal culture and education and is currently a casual lecturer at the University of Newcastle.Recommendations throughout this episode: https://www.spe

Apr 1, 2020 • 32:12

Leroy Wilkinson

Leroy Wilkinson

My guest on episode 3 of the Black Magic Woman Podcast is Leroy Wilkinson. A proud Worimi Ngarrindjeri man living in Newcastle NSW. He is the founder of Dhiira which is an 100% Aboriginal owned & managed Professional Services Business who started his company in 2019. Leroy shares why he started Dhiira, the value of Aboriginal employment and engagement and why business leaders need to "remember to be human."   Recommendations throughout this episode:  https://www.dhiira.com.au/services   Webs

Mar 31, 2020 • 23:34

Mick Gooda

Mick Gooda

A yarn with Uncle Mick Gooda, Formerly the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner of the Australian Human Rights Commission and Co-Commissioner of the Royal Commission into the Protection and Detention of Children in the Northern Territory.    Recommendations throughout this episode:  https://humanrights.gov.au/about/commissioners/mick-gooda-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-social-justice-commissioner https://www.referendumcouncil.org.au/council/mick-gooda.html

Mar 30, 2020 • 26:28

Waddamoollie

Waddamoollie

Waddamoolie means hello in my father’s language. Welcome to the Black Magic Woman podcast! I'm Mundanara Bayles and this is a new space where I yarn with interesting people about things that matter to me and to First Nations people in Australia and around the world. Thanks for coming along on the journey! We’re thrilled to release our very first episode into the world. I’m excited to have this medium to share stories, yarn together and to encourage you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf

Mar 29, 2020 • 23:28

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