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VAN Talks Podcast

Victorian Aboriginal News
Reconciliation
Victorian Aboriginal Remembrance Service
Koorie Heritage Trust
Aboriginal Rights
Australian Defence Force
Aboriginal Perspectives In Curriculum
Victorian Aboriginal News
Coranderrk
Indigenous Soldiers
Sam Halim
Stolen Generations
Indigenous Education
Victorian Aboriginal Communities
Truth-Telling
Boer War
Aunty Dot Peters
RSL
Cultural Intelligence
Southeast Australian Aboriginal Culture
First Nations Art

Heading back to our roots and building on the work we undertook in the leadup to the 2023 Referendum, Victorian Aboriginal News (VAN) Talks focuses on the positivity that is Aboriginal Victoria. Covering everything from Voice, Treaty and Truth and Reconciliation through to Aboriginal businesses and Traditional Owner initiatives, the VAN Talks podcast is the only podcast that travels across the Sta... more

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From being taken from her home and family in 1969 by Victoria Police, Stolen Generations survivor Aunty Evajo Edwards now works as an Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer with that same organisation...and shares positive perspectives.... more

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We conclude our extended interview with Gunditjmara man and co-Chair of the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria, Rueben Berg, deep-diving into Treaty legislation and the Treaty itself.

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We continue out deep-dive into the Victorian Treaty Legislation and proposed Treaty with Gunditjmara man and co-Chair of the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria, Rueben Berg.

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We're rapt that Victorian Aboriginal News was chosen by the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria to interview co-Chair Rueben Berg for a deep dive into the Victorian Treaty Legislation and proposed Treaty. This is part one of a three-p... more

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Recent Guests

Tahlia Azaria
Executive Director of the Young Mayors Programme at the Foundation for Young Australians
Foundation for Young Australians
Episode: S04-E11: Voice of youth empowered in local governments across Australia
Aunty Lisa Briggs
CEO of the NgaweeyanMaar-oo Initiative
Episode: S04-E09: Victorian LGAs encouraged to meet Closing the Gaps oblligations
Nic Radoll
Founder and leader at Deadly Sports Plus Aboriginal Corporation
Deadly Sports Plus Aboriginal Corporation
Episode: S04-E08: Blak-led, queer-led. A unique success story in Victoria's healthcare system
Wally Tallis
CEO of First Nations Media Australia
First Nations Media Australia
Episode: S04-E06: First Nations media establishes trust in a dubious Australian media landscape
Kupa Teao
Chief Executive Officer of Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation
Episode: S04-E03: A valuable look inside the workload experienced by the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung
Talia Elliott
Bungalong woman, Senior Advisor Indigenous Access and Engagement at RMIT, Melbourne
RMIT
Episode: S04-E02: Closing the education gap for First Nations students
Jidah Clark
Chair of the Treaty Authority and Jabwarung Man
Episode: S03-E40: Keeping the Treaty process on the straight and narrow
Kaley Nicholson
Proud Koori woman, Chairperson of Tungurrung Land and Waters Council, and interim CEO of the Federation of Victorian Traditional Owner Corporations
Federation of Victorian Traditional Owner Corporations
Episode: S03-E39: Uplifting and advocating for the voice of Victorian Traditional Owners
Dr. Petah Atkinson
Yorta Yorta woman and member of the Treaty Authority
Treaty Authority
Episode: S03-E37: Protecting Aboriginal data from weaponisation

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Charles Parkerner
Host focusing on the significance of Aboriginal culture and issues in Victoria.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Really Appreciate this podcast. Thank you.

    Have been listening to these episodes back to back. This podcast is a gem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olly Phyllis
    Australia9 months ago
  • Uncle Charles is a legend doing something legendary

    Uncle Charles is not only a badass MC - who keeps an event running to time like nobody’s business while also keeping the audience engaged and sometimes laughing - he is a superb interviewer.

    The space he has created on VAN Talks, into which he invites diverse voices in to yarn, tell stories and share, is SO valuable and SO needed for us non-indigenous activists for justice.

    I’m learning so much and loving every minute. Thank you Uncle Charles, please keep doing what you do. We appreciate you.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rebjmccann
    Australiaa year ago
  • New Favourite Podcast!

    Uncle Charles’ is skilful and curious as an interviewer. I learn a lot every episode and look forward to each new one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mon is so over this
    Australiaa year ago
  • Exceptional podcast

    Charles Pakana delivers an incredible podcast - a must listen for all non-Aboriginal people who are curious and interested to expand their knowledge of local Indigenous perspectives and experiences. Absolutely love it!! Thank you for making this podcast so accessible for everyone. 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    howquabliss
    Australiaa year ago

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S04-E08: Blak-led, queer-led. A unique success story in Victoria's healthcare system
Q: What keeps you going?
The uniqueness of their services and the importance of representation in first aid.
S04-E08: Blak-led, queer-led. A unique success story in Victoria's healthcare system
Q: Why the transition to a not-for-profit and Aboriginal led Aboriginal corporation?
The transition was driven by the need for representation and to provide culturally safe healthcare services.
S03-E37: Protecting Aboriginal data from weaponisation
Q: What measures are in place to guarantee the security of data?
Data is stored securely and controls are in place limiting access to sensitive information.
S03-E37: Protecting Aboriginal data from weaponisation
Q: What is data sovereignty as it applies to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities?
Data sovereignty allows Indigenous people to control the data collected about them and how it's utilized.
S03-E34: Travis Lovett 18 hours before Walk for Truth
Q: What was the actual genesis?
Travis recounts how he sat quietly at home reflecting and expressed to his wife his desire to walk from Portland to Parliament House as part of the walk.

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Focusing on the positive aspects of Aboriginal Victoria, this series explores a range of significant topics including the Voice, Treaty negotiations, Truth, and Reconciliation. Conversations feature influential leaders and advocates, showcasing initiatives related to Aboriginal businesses, cultural heritage, and local community engagement. Through in-depth discussions, special guests share stories that highlight both the challenges and successes faced by Aboriginal communities within Victoria, emphasizing the ongoing journey towards justice and cultural empowerment. The podcast presents a vital resource for listeners seeking authentic perspectives and insights into the contemporary Aboriginal experience in Victoria.

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1. Tahlia Azaria
2. Aunty Lisa Briggs
3. Nic Radoll
4. Wally Tallis
5. Kupa Teao
6. Talia Elliott
7. Jidah Clark
8. Kaley Nicholson

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