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Speaking Out

ABC Australia
Indigenous Rights
Land Rights
Indigenous Affairs
Racism
Aboriginal Rights
Australia
Truth-Telling
Social Justice
Economic Empowerment
Traditional Knowledge
Australian Aboriginal Progressive Association
First Nations
Youth Crime
Cultural Heritage
Cultural Identity
First Nations Racism Register
Colonization
Indigenous Education
Indigenous Peoples
Treaty

Politics, arts and culture from a range of Indigenous perspectives.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes1003Founded18 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Dale Ruska on the issues affecting the Aboriginal community of Minjerribah.

Aunty Mary Graham and Morgan Briggs, explore the two contrasting political systems - cultural and colonial.

Gunditjmara man, Reg Saunders would become the first Indigenous Military Officer.

There's something pretty special about hearing a blackfulla on the radio but hearing us on air wasn't always a given.

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Recent Guests

James Saunders
Author, Fighting for Country; relative of Reg Saunders
Author/Family
Episode: Fighting For Country: The remarkable story of Reg Saunders
Thomas Mayo
Activist, former wharf worker, and former Assistant National Secretary of the Maritime Union of Australia
Maritime Union of Australia
Episode: Thomas Mayo on hope, heartbreak and creating social change
Ken Wyatt
Noongar man, teacher, trailblazer, and the first Aboriginal person elected to the House of Representatives
Australian Parliament
Episode: Ken Wyatt is a man of many firsts
Oriole Andrew
Australian country singer from Alice Springs, pioneer Indigenous woman in country music
Independent musician at the time, later recognitions
Episode: FlashBlak: Blak women in country music
Wilga Williams
Australian country singer who formed Harry and the Outcasts with her husband
Harry and the Outcasts
Episode: FlashBlak: Blak women in country music
Tanya Hosh
Advocate for First Nations empowerment and policy reform
Call It Out / Indigenous advocate
Episode: 'Holding institutions accountable for systemic racism'
Timmy Duggan
Indigenous youth advocate, founder of Hoops for Health
Hoops for Health
Episode: Timmy Duggan OAM: 'Showing Australia that sport can be much more than a game'
Mervin Bishop
Photographer; first Aboriginal Australian press photographer
Self-employed photographer; State Library of New South Wales exhibition
Episode: Speaking Out
Tim Dobbin
Biographer of Mervin Bishop; author of Black, White and Colour
Tim Dobbin (biographer)
Episode: Speaking Out

Host

Larissa Behrendt
Host of Speaking Out; ABC Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs; multiple affiliations across Speaking Out and ABC Indigenous

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 126 ratings
  • Insightful

    Feels like the best kind of eavesdropping

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yddgjhdwdupjhrdjjifgkj642&¥"
    Australia2 years ago
  • Listen Up - Yes

    Essential listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redxhill
    Australia2 years ago
  • WOKE and Wobbly

    Definitely in the woke, weak and wobbly category. Preared by the teenagers at the ABC who want to over-representi minorities such as our Indigenous cousins. Part of the ABC’s Victim Radio mentality.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DD1941
    Australia2 years ago
  • Did you really use the term Aborigines

    In an episode about raising the age, one of your guest uses a slur against Aboriginal/first nation people. Absolutely disgusted at the lack of consideration and lack of education. If I could give no stars I would. Do better.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ivymay:)
    Australia4 years ago
  • 5 stars

    Quality journalism, highly recommend.

    Interesting range of topics and guests, intelligent conversation on vital topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicjj85
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Consistently praised for diverse guests and substantive discussions on culture and policy.
High-quality storytelling with a strong emphasis on truth-telling and community voices.
Some listeners feel the show tackles hard truths with care and empathy.
A few critics note occasional missteps in terminology and seek stronger sensitivity training.
Thoughtful, informed conversations that illuminate Indigenous perspectives.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ken Wyatt is a man of many firsts
Q: What were the defining experiences that shaped your path into politics?
Wyatt discusses his early work in public service, his experiences in education and health, and the influence of community mentors. He explains that a combination of personal values, economic pragmatism, and a desire to improve literacy and opportunity pushed him toward public life, ultimately leading to his decision to stand for Hasluck.
Timmy Duggan OAM: 'Showing Australia that sport can be much more than a game'
Q: What should be done to help Indigenous young people who are at risk, based on your experiences?
Timmy emphasizes addressing multiple layers—from womb to early childhood—linking brain development to stable, culturally grounded mentoring; he advocates for community-controlled, trauma-informed approaches that are flexible, evidence-informed, and sustained over time.
Timmy Duggan OAM: 'Showing Australia that sport can be much more than a game'
Q: What was it like for you to see Hoops for Health roll out in communities, and what have you observed from the kids who engage with it?
Timmy describes starting the program with no funding, relying on a sense of obligation and community support; through youth engagement and surveys, the program revealed identity, role modeling, and active participation as key outcomes, with stories of personal change and recognition from universities backing its impact.
Allan Clarke: Tracking the truth as a Blak journalist
Q: What moment in Clarke's life clarified the importance of investigative journalism for Indigenous communities?
A pivotal moment in high school when a mother learned there would be no jail time for the driver who killed her son, which inspired Clarke to pursue stories that would give voice to communities and demand accountability from authorities.
Flashblak: Jim and Dan
Q: What impact do you think Kiya is having on children today?
Kiya helps children connect with culture through engaging stories and adventures, making Aboriginal identity feel normal, relatable, and empowering for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous families who watch Playschool.

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This show features long-form conversations that center Indigenous perspectives on politics, culture, history, and social issues. Across episodes, listeners can expect deep dives into Indigenous data sovereignty, archival stewardship, and truth-telling, alongside profiles of trailblazing artists, leaders, and athletes who have shaped public discourse and policy. The format often blends personal storytelling with practical insights from historians, scholars, community organizers, and cultural practitioners, offering both historical context and contemporary relevance. A few episodes stand out for connecting archival work with current governance, spotlighting leadership in arts and sports, and highlighting community-driven solutions to systemic... more

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1. James Saunders
2. Thomas Mayo
3. Ken Wyatt
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5. Wilga Williams
6. Tanya Hosh
7. Timmy Duggan
8. Mervin Bishop

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