Black Magic Woman with Mundanara Bayles

The Indigenous Leadership Summit 2024 Melbourne was more than an event; it was a springboard for impactful change. This event united Australia’s most influential minds to engage in bold and transformative conversations. Speakers explored and addressed the critical issues surrounding Indigenous careers, leadership advancements, and integration across all sectors. In this episode, recorded at the In...

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience. If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your f...

It's episode 149 and I'm back on Whadjak Noongar Country yarning with Professor Pat Dudgeon!! Aunt Pat is from the Bardi people of the Kimberly area in Western Australia and is a Research Fellow at the School of Indigenous Studies at the University of Western Australia (UWA) in Perth, Western Australia. Her research is concerned with community engagement, consultation, and responsiveness, and draw...

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience.  If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your...

This episode is proudly brought to you by ANZ. A new series of conversations with different mob around the country to yarn about, meaningful career opportunities within ANZ, building the capacity of Indigenous businesses and organisations, and helping individuals in the broader community to achieve financial wellbeing and resilience.  If you’d like to know more about how ANZ can help improve your...

Don’t miss Find and Tell, the search for the next generation of Australian storytellers. Think of it like one of those TV talent shows... but for podcasting! You'll hear from four Australians as they go head-to-head to Find and Tell unique and interesting stories from around the country, based on a new theme each episode. Follow along each Wednesday as host Jamila Rizvi decides which storyteller w...

Dive into the inspiring journey of Meg & Walter McGuire Junior on this very special episode. Discover how Walter and his partner Meg turned their passion into the award-winning Go Cultural Aboriginal Tours, offering a bridge to understanding and appreciating Aboriginal culture 🏆. Learn about their commitment to heritage preservation, education, and expanding knowledge through storytelling. 📖...

Episode 145 features an inspiring yarn with Lorraine Pryor, a Whadjuk Noongar Woman with connections to Ballardong and Gnaala Karla Booja. A mother and grandmother, she is a passionate advocate and an important voice for local Aboriginal women, particularly those marginalised by society. This episode sheds light on the systemic barriers faced by Aboriginal women, including high incarceration rates...

In this compelling episode of the Black Magic Women Podcast, I yarn with special guest Amanda Healy. We dive deep into the powerful intersection of Aboriginal culture with the mining and fashion industries. This episode is a vibrant discussion that spans across personal journeys, economic empowerment, and the global representation of Aboriginal culture. Amanda, a proud Wonnarua woman from the Hunt...

In this enlightening episode, Oral Mcguire and I delve into the significant theme of recognising and valuing the unique contributions of Aboriginal people to society. Our discussion centers around the importance of shifting the narrative from reconciliation to negotiation, highlighting the immense value Aboriginal perspectives bring to various sectors and communities. Oral McGuire is a Noongar lea...

In this episode, Nyoka shines a light on the urgent and ongoing challenges that Aboriginal communities in Western Australia face. With a focus on the impact of systemic issues on children and families, we delve into the critical topics of inadequate care services, funding shortages, and the repercussions of these deficits. Recommendations throughout this episode:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nyyan...

Kelly Mundine co-founded Mibayn, a 100% Koori-owned business, driven by the urgent need to fill the gaps within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for Indigenous Australians. This is not just a service; it’s a movement. With a strong cultural heartbeat, Mibayn provides culturally sensitive disability support that not only understands but also respects and uplifts the community it serv...

In this episode former NRL player and founder of 'Our Way Academy' Joe Williams delves into deep discussions about racism, abuse, and the societal changes needed to foster human evolution. Joe addresses the effects of modern society on family relationships and parenting, with insights from Gabor Mate’s book “Hold on to Your Kids.” Joe shares personal struggles with suicide attempts, addiction, and...

Rick Macourt is Associate Professor of Practice and Associate Dean, First Nations Strategy and Services in the Faculty of Medicine & Health at the University of Sydney. He is also the founder and Managing Director of First Nations Economics. Rick was previously Director, First Nations Expenditure and Outcomes at NSW Treasury having previously worked in Federal and local government as well as t...

Jaynaya Winmar is a proud Noongar/Balladong woman from Quairading in the wheatbelt region of Western Australia. She’s also a Cycle breaker, a Glow Getter, and an Indigenous Entrepreneur. As a dual business owner, Jaynaya says her passion in life has always been to make the most of every opportunity.  In this week’s episode, Jaynaya Winmar talks to Mundanara about being part of a network of First N...

Sené Maluwapi is a First Nations and Pasifika model, a proud Malu Kiwai woman of the Samu and Gaidai Clans. Sené uses her modelling career to extend the acknowledgement of First Nations people in creative spaces and platform her passion for protecting her island home of Boigu in Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait Islands) from the impacts of climate change. In this episode, Sené chats to Mundanara about t...

Josh Creamer is a highly accomplished and decorated Waanyi and Kalkadoon barrister who specialises in class actions, human rights and native title. In September Josh was appointed as a Commissioner to the Queensland Law Reform Commission. In this episode, Mundanara and Josh talk about his integral and groundbreaking work in seeking justice through truth-telling, and how he’s creating pathways for...

Jenny Khan is a Wailwan woman and the owner and director of the Unexpected Guest - a breakfast food company that prides itself on creating clean, healthy food, using Indigenous botanicals.  In this episode, Mundanara chats to Jenny about what it takes to succeed in business, leading with Indigenous values and the influence of Country. Recommendations throughout this episode:  https://theunexpected...

This episode is proudly supported by Sparke Helmore Lawyers. Billy Dib is a beacon of resilience and determination. Not only is he a notable figure in the boxing realm, securing the IBO Super Featherweight and IBF Featherweight World Championship titles during an illustrious career, he is also a cancer survivor. Now, standing triumphant in remission, Billy spoke to Mundanara about how he draws on...

This episode is proudly supported by Monash University, promoting the Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership program, delivered by Monash Business School & The William Cooper Institute. The Master of Indigenous Business Leadership, is a cross-disciplinary program with leading units delivered by Monash Business School, complemented by a tailored offering in design thinking, together with a m...

In the age of misinformation and disinformation, Blak journalists have never been more integral for bringing a new perspective and lived experience to the country’s media landscape.   Narelda Jacobs is a Whadjuk Noongar journalist, presenter and commentator with a career that spans more than two decades.  Narelda is passionate about promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and is on the board o...

Kyle Leong wants more mob talking about money and making money!  The Koko-bera man from the small Aboriginal community of Kowanyama was born and raised on Turrabal/Jaggera land and now lives on Giabal/Jarowair land with his 3 children and his wife.  Kyle is also the Senior Manager for Retail Banking Services (RBS) Indigenous Engagement for Commonwealth Bank where he is responsible for the recruitm...

This episode is proudly sponsored by Indigenous Business Australia who serves, partners and invests with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who want to own their own future.  Jess is the Founder and Managing Director of Strong Spirit Aboriginal Services – Jess has over 15 years’ experience working in health promotion, public health, mental health, Aboriginal health and management, primar...

This episode is proudly supported by Monash University, promoting the Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership program, delivered by Monash Business School & The William Cooper Institute. The Master of Indigenous Business Leadership, is a cross-disciplinary program with leading units delivered by Monash Business School, complemented by a tailored offering in design thinking, together with a m...

Sasha Kutabah Sarago is a proud Wadjanbarra Yidinji, Jirrbal and African-American woman. A former model, Sasha, grew frustrated by the invisibility of multicultural women in fashion and media. In 2011, she founded Ascension — Australia's first digital lifestyle platform for women of colour. As a speaker, Sasha raises awareness around culture, diversity and equity in the business, media and lifesty...