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History Lab

Impact Studios
Colonial Portraiture
Colonialism
Portraiture
Bennelong
First Nations
First Nations Representation
Indigenous History
Indigenous Peoples
Empires
Ostenaco
Peter Jackson
Australian History
Caribbean Australians
Joseph Pierce
Gordon Henry
Australian Colonial History
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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Julianne Schultz
Professor Emeritus of Media and Culture and chair of The Conversation
The Griffiths Review
Episode: 39. From page to screen: the Idea of Australia
Benjamin Jones
Director known for engaging storytelling and humor
Australian screen media
Episode: 39. From page to screen: the Idea of Australia
Darren Dale
Producer and company director at Blackfella Films
Blackfella Films
Episode: 39. From page to screen: the Idea of Australia
Cassie McCullough
Presenter and journalist with ABC
ABC
Episode: 39. From page to screen: the Idea of Australia
Grantlee Kieza
Renowned boxing expert and Australian Boxing Hall of Fame inductee
Episode: 31. [Caribbean Echoes 1] 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 1] Peter Jackson: Boxing Champion and Innovator in Black Self-Representation
Myron Jackson
Historian and former US Virgin Islands Senator
Episode: 31. [Caribbean Echoes 1] 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

Hosts

Tamson Pietsch
Host of History Lab, with expertise in public history and education.
Sienna Brown
Host of Caribbean Echoes, focusing on the intersections of Caribbean and Australian narratives.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 151 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’.

    Apple Podcasts
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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
    Australia6 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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Listeners appreciate the depth of research and the emotional engagement with historical topics.
Some critiques highlight concerns about specific historical interpretations, suggesting a need for critical engagement.
The storytelling is highlighted as being compelling and accessible, making complex history relatable.
Comments indicate a strong desire for more episodes and diverse narratives in Australian history.

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37. [Caribbean Echoes 6] Caribbean Convicts
Q: Cassandra, that's fascinating. So before the abolition of slavery, becoming a convict in a strange way was an improvement to being a slave. But then once they'd been free, what would it have meant to these men to be transported?
Cassandra explains that some judges perceived transportation as a punishment worse than slavery, as it permanently uprooted families and sent individuals far from home, while also allowing them a form of freedom in the British legal system.
36. [Caribbean Echoes 5]: Live from the Abercrombie with Zahra Newman and Alana Valentine
Q: Alana, could you tell us a little bit about that journey that Nellie Small made from just getting a start in the theatre to becoming a kind of national darling?
Nellie faced typecasting early and overcame it by dressing as a man to navigate her career, becoming a well-recognized figure by the 50s.
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.

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This series uncovers the richness of Australian history by exploring themes of identity, colonialism, and indigenous perspectives. Episodes cover a variety of intriguing narratives, such as the stories of Caribbean convicts, significant Indigenous figures, and often overlooked events in Australia's past. The hosts emphasize the importance of acknowledging diverse voices and experiences, weaving personal heritage and expert insights into the discussions, which ultimately invite listeners to rethink their understanding of history. The podcast is notable for its commitment to presenting history with empathy and nuance, addressing complex social issues that are relevant today.

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1. Julianne Schultz
2. Benjamin Jones
3. Darren Dale
4. Cassie McCullough
5. Grantlee Kieza
6. Jordana Moore Saggese
7. Myron Jackson
8. Travis Lovett

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