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Oct 19, 2023 • 18min
Treaty: Is it possible after a Voice defeat?
Daniel James, columnist for The Saturday Paper, discusses the aftermath of the Voice to Parliament rejection and the future of Indigenous affairs. Topics include the proposal for a Truth and Justice Commission, the impact of lies on the referendum, addressing indigenous issues post-voice defeat, exploring the possibility of a treaty, and the impact of the Uluru Statement rejection on reconciliation and social cohesion.

Oct 18, 2023 • 16min
‘Totally f***ed you over’: Australia’s reputation on climate
The podcast discusses Australia's reputation on climate change, highlighting the contradiction between being praised as a climate leader internationally while opening new fossil fuel projects domestically. It explores Australia's lack of climate ambition, underwhelming commitment to climate adaptation, and tactics of diverting attention from its significant role in contributing to climate change. The podcast also delves into Australia's approach to climate negotiations and the need for it to demonstrate seriousness on climate change.

Oct 17, 2023 • 16min
Right-wing politics and the lie of 'activist judges'
A discussion on the politicization of the US Supreme Court and the threat of the anti-court movement in Australia. Topics include challenges in holding the government accountable, the impact of the movement on the judiciary, concerns about adopting American tactics, and the court's role in supporting Indigenous rights.

Oct 16, 2023 • 18min
What would an Israeli ground invasion of Gaza mean?
Benjamin Netanyahu, a government official in Israel, discusses the potential ground invasion of Gaza after a recent attack by Hamas. The podcast explores the challenges posed by Gaza's population density and the complete siege imposed by Israel. It also delves into the preparations for a ground invasion, Israel's goals in weakening Hamas, and the potential consequences of the conflict reshaping the Middle East.

Oct 15, 2023 • 17min
The ‘true elite’ behind the ‘No’ win
Mike Seccombe, columnist for The Saturday Paper, discusses the secretive group behind the successful 'No' campaign in an Australian referendum. Topics include tactics used to change public opinion, the role of key leaders, the influence of the Centre for Independent Studies, and the funding sources of think tanks and political groups.

Oct 14, 2023 • 18min
Australia votes 'No': Is this the end of reconciliation?
Daniel James, contributor to The Monthly and The Saturday Paper, discusses the rejection of the Voice to Parliament referendum in Australia and its implications for First Nations Australians. The podcast explores factors contributing to the outcome, the aftermath of the reconciliation debate, and concerns over the future of the Uluru Statement from the Heart.

Oct 12, 2023 • 28min
The Fight for a Voice: The future
Professor Marcia Langton, an advocate for reconciliation and understanding, discusses the upcoming vote in Australia on the future of reconciliation with the First Australians. Topics include recognizing Indigenous people in the Constitution, the influence of the civil rights movement, achievements made through the referendum, and the ignorance of some 'no' campaigners.

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Oct 11, 2023 • 32min
The Fight for a Voice: The conservative case for ‘No’
This podcast explores the conservative opposition to the Indigenous voice proposal and the potential damage it is causing to the public debate. It also discusses the lack of coordination within the no campaign and the concerns surrounding the proposed voice to parliament. The chapter delves into the objections raised about creating a divisional race and highlights the significance of a successful referendum and a new mechanism for addressing indigenous issues.

Oct 10, 2023 • 26min
The Fight for a Voice: Inside the case for ‘Yes’
Exploring the challenges and triumphs of the grassroots campaign for the 'Yes' vote in an Australian referendum, waning support for the Yes campaign and grassroots efforts in Kuyong, benefits of a national advisory body for Indigenous peoples, challenges faced in winning referendums and the spread of lies and attacks, and the importance of voting 'Yes' to address existing inequalities and create positive change.

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Oct 9, 2023 • 24min
The Fight for a Voice: The progressives voting ‘No’
In this podcast, Senator Lidia Thorpe discusses the progressive 'No' case against the Voice. She talks about her background and activism, the establishment of the Aboriginal Health Service, frustration with political inaction, the national debate, and the split at the Uluru dialogues.


