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Little Yarns

ABC Australia
Storytelling
NAIDOC Week
Australian Indigenous Culture
Wurundjeri Seasons
Arrernte
Wurundjeri
Ngalia Country
Wayilwan Language
Yarra River
Birrarung
Homeland
Great Desert Skink
Antlion
Cultural Knowledge
Walmajarri
Freshwater Crocodiles
Adnyamathanha
Gumbaynggirr
Hillsville
Ngarrindjeri

Discover podcast episodes that share Indigenous languages and culture with preschool kids and families through stories and songs on ABC Listen.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes95Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

On our last trip to Bunuba Country, our friend Natalie is going to show us how fire helps us cook damper, make tea and stay warm in the cold wind.

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We’re back on Bunuba Country and following animal tracks along the sandy banks of the Martuwarra River. We're looking for hidden crocodile eggs with the help of our ranger friend, Natalie Davey.

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We visit our friend Natalie Davey at her home in Fitzroy Crossing on Bunuba Country in Western Australia. On a walk to the Martuwarra river we’ll meet grasshoppers, frogs and the frilled neck lizard, and learn about the importance of respecting each ... more

It's our last visit to Wayilwan Country with Aunty Beth. We'll follow some mysterious animal tracks and see if we can spot a very clever animal with more than a few tricks up his sleeve to avoid being seen...

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Recent Guests

Natalie Davie
Wulmajari and Bunuba woman
Community guest on Little Yarns
Episode: Fire in Walmajarri
Natalie Davey
Bunuba and Wulmajari woman
Guest on Little Yarns
Episode: Frilled-neck lizard in Walmajarri
Beth Wright
Aunty Beth Wright, Wayilwan elder
Wayilwan Nation
Episode: Echidna in Wayilwan
Aunty Beth Wright
Wayilwan language teacher and community elder
Wayilwan community / Indigenous language education
Episode: Respect in Wayilwan
Joel Liddle
A guide sharing insights about Arrernte culture and language
Episode: Stars in Arrernte
Clayton Cruz
A storyteller sharing the Adnyamathanha story
Episode: NAIDOC Week: Keep the fire burning!
Brittanie Shipway
A storyteller from Gumbaynggirr country
Episode: NAIDOC Week: Keep the fire burning!

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Rudi Ngaya
Host of Little Yarns; guides conversation and storytelling; associated with Indigenous language and learning content.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 252 ratings
  • Hiiiiiiiiiiiii

    Crocodile can bite u really hard

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Dudley poo
    Australia14 days ago
  • Love the Launge

    I heard of the Kolan nation in an agnolegment of country and the launge ,beautiful!I loved the different layers of the world and the different cultures and I been to a light show in Yarra Vally River!Can

    You tell me a story from the culture?!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CrayzayOlivia
    Australia8 months ago
  • 4 ⭐️

    Kids are learning about the world 🌎…

    📚📖📒📓📔📕📗📘📙👧🏼🧒🏼👦🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    See I’m
    Australiaa year ago
  • Asome

    Calming 😌🦄

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🐬🐨🦄🐶🧸🥹😀A
    Australiaa year ago
  • Hi

    Hi,

    This is a really nice podcast and it’s such a great way to teach younger kids First Nations words.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmelieLuul lar
    Australiaa year ago

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Guests are described as knowledgeable and engaging, frequently highlighting culture and country.
Listeners appreciate the calm, warm hosting and authentic Indigenous voices.
Some reviews note a strong emphasis on respectful engagement with communities.
Families value the educational, language‑learning aspects for kids.
The show is praised for being well‑produced and accessible for all ages, including bedtime listening.

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Apple Podcasts
#211
Australia/Kids & Family

Talking Points

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Eggs in Walmajarri
Q: How big can freshwater crocodiles get and what should you do if you see eggs in the wild?
Freshwater crocodiles can grow up to about three metres; the guidance is to give them space, avoid disturbing nests, and respect local conservation rules to protect both the animals and their eggs.
Eggs in Walmajarri
Q: Can you say gumbin?
Gumbin is the Walmajarri word for egg, which Natalie demonstrates and reinforces as a core part of the language learning segment.
Frilled-neck lizard in Walmajarri
Q: What do you know about the Wawali?
The frilled necked lizard is orange with a colorful neck; it uses its bright frill to distract predators, and it can climb trees.

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What is Little Yarns about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A warm, family‑friendly show that introduces preschoolers and their caregivers to Indigenous languages and cultures through stories, songs, and hands‑on activities. Episodes commonly blend language learning with cultural knowledge, on‑country explorations, and gentle storytelling, often featuring Elders, language custodians, and community experts guiding kids through vocabulary, place names, and wildlife while weaving in personal and family memories. The format tends to be visually rich and kid‑centered, with practical segments like word lessons, nature walks, and crafting or cooking activities that reinforce language in real‑world contexts. A few standout traits include on‑location country visits, strong emphasis on respectful engagement w... more

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Recent guests on Little Yarns include:

1. Natalie Davie
2. Natalie Davey
3. Beth Wright
4. Aunty Beth Wright
5. Joel Liddle
6. Clayton Cruz
7. Brittanie Shipway

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