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Race Matters

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Gadigal Land
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Race Matters is an anti-racist show that explores the values and complexities of race, culture and identity. In-depth interviews and unique story telling and spanning arts, music, politics, global and local events, plus experimental audio and community takeovers.

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Recent Guests

Janey Li
Speaker on surveillance and organizing around data centers
Race Matters (guest role)
Episode: #202 Building new worlds on the grave of AI
Vanessa Marian Varghese
Writer, movement director and community builder
Self, with involvement in dance community and advocacy
Episode: #199 Mothering Thru Fascism
Midori Mukai
Canadian-born Japanese-Brazilian artist
Independent artist and educator
Episode: #199 Mothering Thru Fascism
Ella Noah Bancroft
Queer Bungalow woman, storyteller, mentor
The Returning
Episode: #199 Mothering Thru Fascism
Asada Shakur
Revolutionary freedom fighter
Black Liberation Army (historical figure referenced in episode)
Episode: #199 Mothering Thru Fascism
Leah Lakshmi Pippenza Samarasinha
Disabled queer writer and activist
Activist and writer
Episode: #199 Mothering Thru Fascism
Boe Spearim
Creator of Frontier War Stories, podcaster and activist
Frontier War Stories
Episode: #198 Lest We Forget the Frontier Wars
Maia Ihemeje
Co-founder of Yung Prodigy, youth-led activist
Yung Prodigy
Episode: #197 Justice is Love in Public
Day Soriano
Part of Anakbayan Sydney, Filipino youth activist
Anakbayan Sydney
Episode: #197 Justice is Love in Public

Hosts

Sara El Youghun
Host of Race Matters
Yvonne Hong
Host of Race Matters

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • The best!

    One of the best poddies in Australia right now!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ballquanny2000
    Australia7 years ago
  • Epic!!!

    As a half Asian half white person this show is absolutely deadly, informative and funny. Great guests, great discussions, sensitive yet a little cheeky comedy. I really appreciate this podcast so thank you for introducing me to musicians/artists/community leaders in your community that I hadn’t yet discovered 🙏🏾

    Apple Podcasts
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    jewlzholbeck
    Australia7 years ago

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#202 Building new worlds on the grave of AI
Q: How can communities resist the encroachment of AI and surveillance?
Through institutional organizing, worker movements, data-center resistance, and the creation of alternative platforms and manifestos that reimagine tech for collective good, not corporate control.
#202 Building new worlds on the grave of AI
Q: What is at stake with AI in governance and everyday life?
AI and related technologies govern our lives through data collection, surveillance, and algorithmic decision-making, which can entrench imperial and capitalist power while limiting collective freedoms; resistance requires organizing beyond individual choices.
#202 Building new worlds on the grave of AI
Q: What is generative AI and how does it differ from other AI technologies?
Generative AI is essentially a step beyond predictive systems; it uses large language models and neural networks to generate text, visuals, and other content by predicting outputs from data, expanding the idea of AI beyond simple automation.
#191 All in one movement for Myanmar
Q: What does solidarity with Myanmar look like for you in this broader desire for freedom?
Solidarity involves building trust among community members and coordinating efforts across different ethnic groups affected by conflict.
#191 All in one movement for Myanmar
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about what's happening currently and like what's pressing at the moment?
Myanmar is in a state of political instability, armed conflict, and is described as being in a civil war, but more so a revolutionary movement.

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What is Race Matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A bold, issue-driven show that centers race, identity, and social justice through long-form conversations with activists, artists, scholars, and community organizers. Episodes weave together tech surveillance, Indigenous rights, diaspora politics, and cultural resistance, often pairing personal storytelling with sharp analysis of systems of power. Unique strengths include cross-cultural perspectives, a strong emphasis on grassroots organizing, and a commitment to anti-racist praxis; guests range from Indigenous leaders and migrant organizers to writers and musicians, with sessions that mix documentary storytelling, archival material, and policy critique. The format is well-suited for listeners who want depth, context, and actionable insight... more

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