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Indigenous Rights
Australia
National Disability Research Partnership
Nuclear Weapons
Forced Sterilization
Food Insecurity
E-Scooter Ban
Queensland Multicultural Month
Nguyen Family
Mental Health
Space Exploration
Eugenics
Adelaide's Free Supermarket
Gambling
MPOX
Victorian Government
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation
Scamming
Byron Bay
Homelessness

Independent alternative current affairs from Australian community and indigenous radio

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Adama Kamara
Deputy CEO of the Refugee Council of Australia
Refugee Council of Australia
Episode: Friday 28 November 2025
Eliza Northrop
Director at the University of New South Wales Centre for Sustainable Development Reform
University of New South Wales
Episode: Friday 28 November 2025
Kate Hook
Co-convener of Climate 200 and former independent candidate
Climate 200
Episode: Friday 28 November 2025
Dr. Nadia Corsini
Senior Research Fellow from the Rosemary Bryant AO Research Centre at UniSA
University of South Australia
Episode: Thursday 27 November 2025
Professor Matthew Harrison
Climate resilience leader at the University of Tasmania
University of Tasmania
Episode: Thursday 27 November 2025
Rebecca Markey-Tower
Research fellow at Melbourne Climate Futures
Melbourne Climate Futures
Episode: Thursday 27 November 2025
Jennifer Park
CEO of Human Nature
Human Nature
Episode: Thursday 27 November 2025
Santiago Velásquez
Electrical engineer and International Day of People with Disabilities ambassador
Halo
Episode: Wednesday 26 November 2025
Dr. Masaki Shibata
Drowning prevention researcher at Monash University
Monash University
Episode: Tuesday 25 November 2025

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Emma Watzke
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Roderick Chambers
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Aminah Shakur
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Thursday 27 November 2025
Q: How does the Spark project aim to address loneliness?
The Spark project hosts community-led initiatives to foster connection and create social cohesion, addressing the epidemic of loneliness among Australians.
Thursday 27 November 2025
Q: What is the impact of Barnaby Joyce's resignation on the dynamics of the National's caucus?
It's certainly going to be an interesting one, considering that Barnaby Joyce was one of the most vocal opponents to Net Zero, and his departure raises questions about the coalition's future leadership and cohesion.
Tuesday 25 November 2025
Q: Why is family involvement critical in the Cape York Leaders Program?
Families want better access to education for their children, and their involvement is crucial for supporting and enabling their kids to thrive in the education system.
Tuesday 25 November 2025
Q: Why is it important for doctors to be trained in diagnosing and prescribing for ADHD medication?
Access is key, as 80% of ADHD can be managed in primary care, making it crucial for GPs to handle these cases effectively without long waits for specialists.
Tuesday 25 November 2025
Q: What impact will the ban on rental bidding make on the market?
The ban on rental bidding should create a fairer environment for renters, preventing properties from going for more than they're advertised for.

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Focused on alternative current affairs, this podcast provides a rich tapestry of discussions surrounding pivotal social issues in Australia. It often features topics such as climate action, Indigenous rights, community health, and political accountability, highlighting the voices of significant figures including political leaders, activists, and experts from various fields. The discussions not only cover recent events but also delve into systemic challenges affecting marginalized communities, particularly Indigenous populations. Unique elements include a commitment to inclusivity, aiming to amplify underrepresented voices and addressing pressing community concerns openly.

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The Wire launched 10 years ago and published 149 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Eliza Northrop
3. Kate Hook
4. Dr. Nadia Corsini
5. Professor Matthew Harrison
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7. Jennifer Park
8. Santiago Velásquez

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