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History Lab

Impact Studios
Colonial Portraiture
Colonialism
Portraiture
Bennelong
First Nations
Indigenous History
First Nations Representation
Indigenous Peoples
Empires
Ostenaco
Peter Jackson
Australian History
Caribbean Australians
Australian Colonial History
Joseph Pierce
Gordon Henry
Fishing Practices Of Eora Women
Boxing
Caribbean People In Australia
Colonial History

History Lab || exploring the gaps between us and the past || This series is made in collaboration by the Australian Centre for Public History and Impact Studios at the University of Technology, Sydney.

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Who was the Caribbean-Australian cabaret star who could bring down the house — and come back at racism with a joke?

"Come sit by me, we don’t eat people anymore."

Nellie Small was born in Sydney in 1900, just before the White Australia policy was ... more

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What does boxing have to do with anticolonial politics?

How did the sport become a space where Black and Indigenous fighters in Australia pushed back against racism and empire?

From Peter Jackson to Jack Johnson, Marcus Garvey to Les “Ranji” Moody... more

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Did you know that the most famous Australian in the world in 1890 was from the Caribbean?

Peter Jackson was born in St Croix in the Caribbean in the years after slavery was abolished. He arrived in Sydney as a teenager and got noticed when he single... more

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History Lab is back—refreshed and reimagined.

From now on, you’ll hear us in regular seasonal runs, dropping new episodes once or twice a fortnight over six to eight weeks.

Each run will showcase a mix of formats:

• History Lab Originals – our s... more

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Recent Guests

Grantlee Kieza
Renowned boxing expert and Australian Boxing Hall of Fame inductee
Episode: 31. [Caribbean Echoes] Peter Jackson: Boxing Champion and Innovator in Black Self-Representation
Jordana Moore Saggese
Professor of Modern and Contemporary American Art and author
University of Maryland
Episode: 31. [Caribbean Echoes] Peter Jackson: Boxing Champion and Innovator in Black Self-Representation
Myron Jackson
Historian and former US Virgin Islands Senator
Episode: 31. [Caribbean Echoes] Peter Jackson: Boxing Champion and Innovator in Black Self-Representation
Travis Lovett
Yoorrook Commissioner leading the Walk for Truth
Yoorrook Justice Commission
Episode: 29. Truth-telling: From Country to Classroom
Dr. Matthew Keynes
Researcher at the University of Melbourne with expertise in Truth-Telling Commissions
University of Melbourne
Episode: 29. Truth-telling: From Country to Classroom
Anna Clark
A historian at UTS
University of Technology Sydney
Episode: 28. Fishing for Answers
Grace Karskens
A historian at the University of New South Wales
University of New South Wales
Episode: 28. Fishing for Answers
Nathan Sentance
A proud Maljee Oranjari man and an employee at the Australian Museum
Australian Museum
Episode: 28. Fishing for Answers
Tim Ella
An Ewan man raised on an Indigenous fishing culture
Episode: 28. Fishing for Answers

Hosts

Tamson Pietsch
Host of History Lab, involved in exploring public history and its impact on contemporary society.
Kate Fullagar
Co-host and historian focused on colonial histories and Indigenous experiences within Australia.
Mike McDonnell
Co-host and historian, contributing to discussions on Australian colonial history.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • Poorly researched and deceptive

    John Harris (a triple PhD) rips this podcast to shreds in his well-researched book, ‘Judging the Macquaries’. Particularly be weary of their episode, ‘The Bank, the Seargant and his Bonus’.

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    1235323532
    Australia4 years ago
  • The Last Outlaws - compelling listening

    Beautifully and sensitively told, The Last Outlaws series is compelling listening. The story of the last men outlawed in Australia, tangled in histories of race, federation, truth and justice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jumbalaya**}]
    Australia4 years ago
  • Unearthing corners of Australian history

    History Lab is a thoughtful history podcast that takes you on some surprising corners' of Australia's history. The episode on how fortune telling was illegal in Federation era Australia is perhaps one of their best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    patronise
    Australia5 years ago
  • Interesting!!!

    Loving this fascinating history podcast! Well researched and well told! So interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2000mars
    Australia6 years ago
  • Well made

    I recommend this pod. Well made and interesting stories. Great to hear Australian voices and stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greenbean33
    Australia7 years ago

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Some critiques point to the necessity for balanced perspectives in certain topics.
Listeners appreciate the empathetic exploration of complex historical narratives.
Highly engaging discussions that connect past events to current societal issues.
Excellently researched and presented, offering a unique take on Australian history.

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28. Fishing for Answers
Q: So, how does Tim keep his connection with his past?
He lives it. Tim performs an embodied type of archive, learning songs and fishing methods passed down across generations.
28. Fishing for Answers
Q: So, why is it that more people don't know the story of this fierce and fiery woman, Barangaroo?
It's all about who we choose to focus on and listen to. This issue reflects the biases in colonial narratives and the importance of revisiting archives to find overlooked stories.
25. Facing Empire: A Long History of Representing Others
Q: How do you feel about the representation of Indigenous peoples in these colonial portraits?
It evokes a sense of loss and nostalgia while also prompting discussions on resilience and cultural survival.
25. Facing Empire: A Long History of Representing Others
Q: What can we learn from the colonial portraits of Indigenous peoples?
We can challenge the narratives surrounding these images and explore the actions and agency of Indigenous peoples throughout history.
26. Facing Off: From Botany Bay to Aotearoa
Q: How did Tupaia perceive his interaction with the Indigenous peoples of Australia?
Tupaia found that his previously established connections through language were not applicable in Australia, highlighting the distinct differences and deep history of Indigenous cultures there.

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Frequently Asked Questions About History Lab

What is History Lab about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the complexities and nuances of Australian history, this series provides listeners with an insightful look into often understated narratives and perspectives, particularly concerning Indigenous and marginalized communities. Through engaging discussions with historians, artists, and activists, a variety of themes emerge, including the impacts of colonialism, the significance of truth-telling, and the evolving representation of Indigenous peoples in art and media. Unique segments like 'History Lab Originals' and 'History Lab Studio' broaden the scope of content, showcasing a commitment to diversity in storytelling and public engagement with history. Listeners can expect a well-researched and empathetic approach to historical topics,... more

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1. Grantlee Kieza
2. Jordana Moore Saggese
3. Myron Jackson
4. Travis Lovett
5. Dr. Matthew Keynes
6. Anna Clark
7. Grace Karskens
8. Nathan Sentance

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