Τα καλύτερα Sonia Mcdonald podcast (2024)

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Alison Harcourt

8d ago

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What a treat to have pioneering mathematics and statistics whizz, Alison Harcourt, join us on the show this week with her son, Pierre. Alison is 95 years old this year and only recently retired from lecturing and tutoring, a day before her 90th birthday. She really is an Australian treasure. Alison's life started in Colac where her father was a doc…

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David Boarder Giles

15d ago

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David Boarder Giles was born in Melbourne in the year of Reagan's election (1980), but his mother soon whisked him away to Disneyland and conservative California when he was 10. Boo. It took him a while to finally make his way back home. David witnessed many interesting cultural curios during his teenage years in the States, which probably informed…

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Jack Brady

29d ago

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Jack Brady has done nearly everything there is to do in life, or so we think. From joining the Air Force at 17, to becoming a trainee dive master, an anthropologist and an English teacher in China. Let's throw in a comedian for good measure. Jack was born in Upper Ferntree Gully in 1970, but soon after their parents upped sticks and moved all the w…

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Episode 18: From Adversity to Leadership Excellence: A Journey of Persistence and Growth with Rachael Cook and Tatia Power of Inclusee 45:40

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In this episode of Leadership with Sonia, we explore an extraordinary leadership journey filled with resilience, courage, and personal growth. Rachael Cook and Tatia Power open up about overcoming childhood trauma, navigating the corporate world, and breaking through cultural barriers to embrace her authentic leadership style. This conversation is …

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Tia Kasambalis

1M ago

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What a thrill to have the very talented Tia Kasambalis join us on the show this week. If you haven't heard of Tia, you have probably seen his artwork around the streets of Melbourne, in a newspaper, or maybe even on the telly sometime over the last few years. Tia is one of those talented artist-activists that make up the Workers Art Collective. Che…

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Episode 17: Balancing Leadership and Life: Insights from Paul Scurrah of Pacific National 51:41

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In this episode of the Leadership with Sonia Podcast, we sit down with Paul, a seasoned leader with profound insights into effective leadership and personal discipline. Paul shares his approach to maintaining a healthy work-life balance by setting clear boundaries and being deliberate about his time management. Paul discusses the importance of “boo…

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Rosie Heselev

2M ago

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What a gun - Rosie Heselev. At 30, she is the founder of Australia's first national prison newspaper, About Time. The paper is intended to be a narrative shift about prison and prisoners, with the hope of it eventually being completely produced by peers. It is off to a great start, having just released its second edition. Rosie got to learn quite a…

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Episode 16: Making Stress Your Buddy: Transforming Pressure into Power 14:16

2M ago14:16

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In this episode of Leadership with Sonia, Sonia dives into the often overwhelming world of stress and how to transform it from a burden into a powerful ally. As we near the end of the year, many are feeling the weight of life's demands—family, finances, and the endless stream of stressors from social media and the news. Sonia shares her personal jo…

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Sonia Randhawa

2M ago

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What a delight to have the lovely Sonia Randhawa on the show this week. Sonia is the current producer-presenter of 3CR's Wednesday Breakfast, but she has been around community radio a lot longer, starting up a pirate station in Malaysia some years back when she lived there with her Punjabi father and English mother who met in Liverpool in the 60s. …

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Episode 15: Leading with Courage and Kindness: A Conversation with Jane Phipps 29:35

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In this episode of the Leadership with Sonia podcast, Sonia engages in an inspiring conversation with Jane, the Chief Operating Officer of Teach for Australia. They explore the power of courage, kindness, and authenticity in leadership. Jane shares her journey from a mathematician in the defense world to a leader in education, revealing the impact …

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Chris Phillips

2M ago

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Chris Phillips is a serious person who is big on personal pledges. He grew up a strong Catholic in Box Hill, but didn't take 'the pledge'. He did it tough at tech school in Abbotsford before moving into a carpentry apprecticeship at 16. At some stage, Chris became a committed union organiser for the Building Workers Industrial Union, tackling poor …

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Episode 14: Embracing Vulnerability and Curiosity in Leadership with Shannan Quain 32:53

2M ago32:53

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In this insightful episode of Leadership with Sonia, host Sonia McDonald engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Shannan Quain, a seasoned leader in public service. Together, they explore the delicate balance of setting boundaries, the importance of vulnerability, and the power of trust in leadership. Shannan shares personal stories about …

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Daryl McDonald

2M ago

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Daryl McDonald is a man who will live to 100, at least, but he grew up dodging magpies in Geelong. Now he is the co-presenter of Breadline, a program of the Australian Unemployed Workers Union, broadcasting on Mondays at 6pm, here on 3CR. Daryl works on the advice line at the AUWU, letting people know about their rights as Social Security beneficia…

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Episode 13: Lead with Love: Embracing Kindness, Courage, and Inclusion in Leadership 12:56

2M ago12:56

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In this episode of Leadership with Sonia, Sonia McDonald dives deep into the essence of true leadership. She discusses the importance of focusing on kindness, courage, and inclusivity in today's challenging global environment. Sonia shares personal insights, inspiring stories, and experiences from her journey with Leadership HQ, emphasizing how lea…

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Justin DeLeeuw

3M ago

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Folks may know this week's guest, Justin DeLeeuw, via his gold toilets which have been spotted around Preston and most consistently on Google Maps at 'Modern Art - Not a Fan', a rather interesting parcel of grass on a median strip on St Georges Road. Justin and other assorted activists, including members of the Renters and Housing Union (RAHU), hav…

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Episode 12: Empowering Through Collaboration: Leadership Lessons from Alison Covington of Good360 Australia 36:32

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In this episode of the Leadership with Sonia podcast, we chat with Alison Covington, the founder of Good360, about the impact of compassionate leadership and resilience in the nonprofit world. Alison shares insights into how Good360 connects surplus goods with communities in need, addressing issues like digital exclusion and hygiene poverty. Discov…

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Louis Liedel

3M ago

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Why is it so difficult to conduct research on the West Papuan Noken? How does an item of Intangible Cultural Heritage (UNESCO) relate to nationalism? Who exactly owns cultural heritage? These are the questions our guest this week is grappling with in his thesis at the University of Melbourne and his name is Louis Liedel. Louis is interested in cult…

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Episode 11: Building Resilient Leaders: The Power of Authenticity and Courage with Mark O'Brien 34:43

3M ago34:43

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In this engaging episode of Leadership with Sonia, host Sonia McDonald sits down with Mark O'Brien, the inspiring CEO of Impression Dental Group, to explore the journey of leadership marked by authenticity, resilience, and transformation. Mark shares his personal experiences and insights from leading and turning around companies, including his impa…

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Celebrating 10 years: West Papua Office (Docklands)

3M ago

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This week we are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the West Papua Office in Docklands - the only office in the world housing members of the West Papuan transitional government. There you will find its Foreign Affairs minister, Jacob Rumbiak, who has been in the struggle for his land's liberation since he was a young boy and who spent 10 years in …

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Episode 10: Leadership Unplugged: Courage, Kindness, and Connection with Bridgette di Ferdinando 40:14

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Join us on Leadership with Sonia as we dive into a captivating conversation with Bridgette, an innovator and leader in workplace technology. From pioneering fingerprint technology to shaping leadership paradigms, Bridgette shares transformative insights and experiences that illuminate the path to effective leadership. Throughout this engaging conve…

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Sally Gibson

3M ago

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Mars on Earth. That's where this week's guest has been and she joins us to talk all about it. Sally ventured to Antartica this year, prompted by her deep concern for sea-level rise, having lived her whole life by the water. She got to see a lot of cold, blue water, icebergs, penguins and seals on her epic voyage across the Roaring Forties with 350 …

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Episode 9: Leading with Courage and Compassion: Embracing Inclusivity in the Workplace with Tanya Walford 41:41

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In this episode of the Leadership with Sonia Podcast, host Sonia McDonald sits down with Tanya, a passionate and authentic leader, to discuss the importance of inclusivity in the workplace and the power of self-reflection. Tanya shares her journey as a leader and carer, emphasizing the need for continual personal growth and the significance of comp…

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Greg Duffield

4M ago

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We sure wish Duff would write a book about his stay in an abandoned resort behind Cape Tribulation and his cosying-up with a cassowary. We might have to settle for his sci-fi, end of the earth epic about 4 blokes who return from the forest to find they are the last humans alive. In Warrnambool. Those old enough may know Duff as the fella who pie-fa…

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Leon Zembekis

4M ago

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Serial pest, Leon Zembekis, joins us on the show this week. He is our newly-appointed elder guest wrangler and we are so happy to welcome him to the Radical Australia team. Leon has always respected his elders and the wisdom they impart. He has worked for the Greens for a long time and grew up with a staunch Greek mum who knew how to keep the counc…

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Gus Nossal

4M ago

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What a treat to have Gus Nossal on the show this week. He joined us on the phone from his home at the last minute. What a trooper. For the uninitiated, Gus is an Australian legend who has been bestowed with many titles and was on the telly all the time back in the day as scientific public intellectual. Gus says that public communication is vital. H…

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Don Sun

4M ago

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Don Sun is a proud Sunshine boy from the 50s and has been around the community radio scene for decades. He penned the Admin Watch column in Farrago, University of Melbourne's student magazine, back in the day when he studied political philosophy and saw student unionism up close. He roadied for Lou Richards at Channel 7 and turned the quarter light…

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Episode 8: The Biggest Mistakes Every Leader Makes (And It's Probably You) 13:25

4M ago13:25

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In this episode, Sonia McDonald, CEO of Leadership HQ and founder of the Leadership Collective, explores common leadership mistakes, especially in communication. Drawing from her 17+ years of experience, Sonia offers practical tips to help leaders improve and excel. Key Highlights: Biggest Leadership Mistake: Communication Other Common Leadership M…

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Radiothon Party 2024

4M ago

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What are they like - these two muggins. These oafs. These silly sausages. Diggaling deep, shovelling the cash, doing what they can for their beloved 3CR. A hold-tight-to-your-seats thrill ride as these two oompalompas freestyle for your heartfelt pledge to keep the door open to anyone and everyone who has ever done anything good for the wider world…

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Episode 7: Empowering Leaders Through Curiosity and Connection with Vic ICT for Women CEO Mary-Beth Hosking 34:42

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In this captivating episode of Leadership with Sonia, host Sonia McDonald sits down with the dynamic Chair of Vic ICT for Women, who shares her passion for technology, leadership, and continuous learning. They dive into the importance of staying curious and connected in the rapidly evolving tech industry, and how engaging with new technologies and …

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Sue Bolton

5M ago

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Sue Bolton is almost peerless when it comes to having clear working memory and deep knowledge of Australian politics the last 40 years. She can tell you the details of so many leftist campaigns, what the issues were that were being caused by government and business, and key decisions that were made. Her knowledge is really quite astounding. We retu…

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Episode 6: Transforming Leadership: Embracing Values and Diversity with Germaine Symons of 8Squad 42:54

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In this inspiring episode of the Leadership with Sonia Podcast, Sonia McDonald sits down with Germaine Symons, the dynamic leader of 8Squad, to explore the transformative power of values-based leadership and the importance of embracing diversity in the workplace. Jermaine shares his journey from overcoming personal health challenges to driving busi…

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Rowland G Schultz

5M ago

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Rowland G Schultz entertains us muchly this week with his poetry and one of his flamenco guitar tracks. He called in on the phone from Sydney and entertained us with many poems. Rowland acquired a brain inury through a transport accident some years ago and this precipitated a very difficult period of his life. We talk about what it is like to lose …

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Episode 5: Navigating Leadership in Crisis: The ExigoTech Journey 30:59

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In this episode of "Leadership with Sonia," Sonia McDonald sits down with the dynamic leadership team from ExigoTech: Vivek, Niten, and Kalpana. They share their experiences of leading a business through the challenges of COVID-19 and highlight the importance of compassionate, courageous, and inclusive leadership. The discussion delves into how tru…

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Ron Guy

5M ago

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These days, this week's guest, Ron Guy, is an artist activist for the cause of Western Sahara, the last colony of Africa. Earlier, he supported the cause of East Timor before it gained independence. Ron has been a union delegate for the AWU and was the OH&S officer at Dow Chemicals. He has had a long interest in the trade union movement, starting w…

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Episode 4: Embracing Courage and Kindness in Leadership with Alice Hanna 32:21

5M ago32:21

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In this inspiring episode of the Leadership with Sonia Podcast, we sit down with Alice Hanna, a dynamic leader known for her unwavering commitment to courage and kindness. Alice shares her personal journey of overcoming fears, the significance of living by her core values, and the powerful impact of supportive relationships on her career. Join us a…

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Andrew Matters

5M ago

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Arborist and life-long rock star. That's this week's guest, Andrew Matters, calling in from Adelaide. Andrew has been shaping, saving, planting and assessing trees for over 20 years. He loves planning and planting gardens and is currently crushing on the Crepe Myrtle tree. He spent his young adulthood in Sydney with a panel van and a band - Neptune…

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Episode 3: Just Rock It 17:03

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Join me in this uplifting episode of Leadership with Sonia titled "Just Rock It." Inspired by my book of the same name, I'll share how to embrace your strengths, overcome challenges, and truly rock your life. Through personal stories and powerful insights, I'll guide you to focus on your inner greatness, rise above adversity, and live with passion …

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Jeannie Erceg

6M ago

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Jeannie Erceg was one of 5 residents who resisted the demolition of their homes on the Barack Beacon public housing estate in Port Melbourne just a little while ago and says 'They can't make me disappear. I can say what I want'. Jeannie says the estate had a 'friendly feeling' and it was a 'wonderful community'. Like every resident on the estate, J…

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Episode 2: Leadership Attitude 14:04

6M ago14:04

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Welcome back to the Leadership with Sonia podcast! In this episode, I delve into the power of mindset and attitude in leadership. Drawing from personal experiences and insights, I explore how cultivating a leadership attitude can transform your approach to challenges and opportunities. From setting the right mindset to embracing resilience, I share…

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Greg Poulgrain

6M ago

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Greg returns on the blower from Queensland to the Radical Australia studio talking about his new research on West Papua and its shady colonial history. Definitely one for the enthusiasts and for anyone wanting to enlighten themselves about colonial wars on the doorstep of our nearest neighbour. Freedom for West Papua.…

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Episode 1: What Just Happened? 15:24

6M ago15:24

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Welcome to the first episode of the Leadership with Sonia podcast! I'm Sonia McDonald, and I'm thrilled to kick off 2024 with you all. In this episode, I dive into the whirlwind of life and share insights from my recent keynote at Griffith University's Future Leaders Summit Retreat. From reflecting on our most precious resource—time—to embracing co…

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Ruth Clare

6M ago

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I want to lead the way in having difficult conversations says this week's guest, Ruth Clare. Ruth is perhaps best known either for her acting job in a genital herpes commercial or for her memoir about growing up with her returned serviceman father. One lighthearted and one serious fact about Ruth and we straddle both ends in our conversation with h…

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Pauline Klemm

6M ago

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Pauline Klemm is the woman behind the social media juggernaut, The Baba Desi Story, on Facebook, where she has taken some stunning pictures of Belgrave wizard, Baba Desi. She has been taking pictures for the last 6 years after coming to care for her brother's camera when it came into her possession. It was a sliding door moment and Pauline learnt t…

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Antoinette Pitt

7M ago

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Antoinette Pitt used to roadie for 73 Bob Bob and was Australia's first female wrestling referee. She is a woman of many surprises. Antoinette is a nurse and an executive for Australian Progressives who have 6 pillars of E's: Ethics + Empathy + Evidence + Equality + Engagement + Empowerment. Learn all about Antoinette's goth phase in Lilydale and h…

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Ribka Yulianti Ovide

7M ago

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This week's guest, Ribke Ovide, is a volunteer at the the West Papua Office in Docklands. She has been living in Australia for the last couple of years, coming here on a scholarship to further her studies in aviation mechanics. Ribke hails from Timika in West Papua and speaks 4 languages. She was born in 200. Her faith is very important to her, as …

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Tim Hollo

7M ago

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This week's guest, Tim Hollo, is kind of like Green royalty in Australia. He heads The Green Institute, a think tank focussed on transformative issues in the green space, he founded Green Music Australia, he was the communications director for Christine Milne, and he has been at the environmental game since university in the 90's. His first love, h…

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Kutcha Edwards (Part Two)

7M ago

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In case you missed it - here is the second part to our talk with Kutcha Edwards. Kutcha is a legend of 3CR, steering our annual Beyond the Bars NAIDOC prison broadcasts for many a year. In this chat, we are taken on a trip down the memory lane of aboriginal Fitzroy of the 1990s. From the MAYSAR/ Fitzroy Stars Youth Club gymnasium and Uncle Herbert …

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Kutcha Edwards

8M ago

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We are thrilled to broadcast a couple of chats we recently had with the mighty Kutcha Edwards. This week, we learn the origins of Kutcha's name and some things about his early life. Kutcha tells us that he was born before The Referendum and politics has played a big part in his life. Kutcha went to high school in Taralgon before moving to the city …

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Rob Brown

8M ago

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A life full of mentors and a-ha moments. That has been the story of this week's guest, Rob Brown, a big tall Scotsman indeed. Rob was born in 1960 in the Gorbals, tenement housing in Glasgow, sharing one toilet among five families. That's just how things were. Rob's mother scrubbed the steps of the school on her hands and knees with a brush. That's…

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Simon Butt

8M ago

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We spoke with this week's guest, University of Sydney Professor of Law, Simon Butt, on Indonesia's Presidential Election Day. Simon came on to talk about some of the legal infrastructure in Indonesia, during the pre-1998 Suharto era and now. On paper, Indonesians have more legal rights than Australians, but corruption runs right through the system.…

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