Diaspora Blues

Solidarity is not passive. It’s a verb. A collective action. We understand its dictionary definition but what exactly does it look like? And what does it mean to stand in solidarity with others?  In this interview, Tasnim Sammak and Carol go beyond buzzwords and tokenistic gestures to explain what solidarity is, and what it isn’t. ReadingsBlack Australia to Palestine: solidarity in decolonial stru...

We hear an excerpt of Aunty Glenys' Watts submission to the Yorrook Justice Commission. The Yoorrook Justice Commission gives Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people a platform to tell their stories and bear witness to Australia's atrocities. The submissions will document the effects of colonisation, bring healing and reforms. Also giving evidence are legal centres, human rights organisations...

Our guest this week is a sweetheart. She's also smart and thoughtful and just so down to earth! Aisha Hassan is a music journalist, stylist and advocate. Aisha spoke to us about music journalism, organic growth versus industry-backed artists, and how to get your foot in the door. MusicThatKidMaz - ShelteredThelma Plum - ‎Better in BlakPANIA - tiki 

We listen to tracks from 3CR’s Beyond the Bars 2022.The Beyond the Bars series broadcasts live every year during NAIDOC and has been going strong since its launch in 2002. Beyond the Bars amplifies the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander inmates. Grab a free copy of Beyond the Bars 2022 at 3CR Community Radio. Tracks played10. Loddon cheerios - 5.0311. Intergenerational trauma - Alishi...

This week's program is to the rap girlies of the 90s, 2000s and now. Rappers I grew up listening to, including Lil' Kim, who I love and adore, as well as the newer babes, like Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion. MusicEve Feat. Gwen Stefani Let Me Blow Ya MindCardi B - UpLil' Kim- Lighters Up GloRilla, Cardi B - Tomorrow 2 Missy Elliott feat. Da Brat - Sock It 2 Me  Leikeli47 - MoneyBrandy (Ft. MC Lyt...

In this episode, Stevie Zhang from First Draft News tackles the terrain of media manipulation - including how to spot fake news and verify dubious material. They also explain why diaspora communities are more vulnerable to misinformation.*First Draft News has now moved to Information Futures Lab*Further ReadingThe unproven lab leak theory, Wuhan lab and virus origin: Reporting best practicesIt’s c...

EventAn Evening with Trans Elders VictoriaMusic Barkaa — Bow DownMiiesha — Made For SilenceIJALE — ConnectKobie Dee — HomeboundNgaiire — F.UKye — Bossin'Kye — Sometimes

We discuss the story of Cassius Turvey and the bigger implications his case has for other black boys. We also play music and share some events happening in Melbourne this week. MusicSongSong For Elijah (Wrap Our Arms Around You)ArtistKutcha Edwards, Archie Roach, Emma Donovan, Radical Son, Ilanna Atkinson, Tjimba Possum Burns, James Henry, David Bridie, Brendan Gallagher and Nao AnzaiSongTalkin' B...

Being sick is not fun. But I'm back, and to celebrate my recovery, I play songs that make me feel good about being outdoors again. We also share events happening in Melbourne this week that we reckon you'll enjoy! MusicCorinne Bailey Rae – Put Your Records OnChristine Anu – PartyDes'ree - LifePharrell Williams - HappyKaiit – Miss Shiney Tina Turner - Proud MaryEventsTHNDO - Chapel SessionsEcosocia...

We remember the brilliant Uncle Jack Charles and play some of our favourite tracks from the inimitable Sampa the Great! ReadJack Charles: Born-again BlakfellaExit the king: remembering Uncle Jack CharlesWhy Uncle Jack Charles will always be a national treasureSampa The Great on Afro-Futurism and Reconnecting With Her Younger SelfListenJack CharlesStolen generation and prisoner Human rights WatchRe...

You’ve seen the harrowing images of locals being lifted into helicopters and floods washing away entire villages and destroying two million acres of crop. Thousands of people have lost their lives, and 33 million have been affected. Yet Australia has only pledged 2 million in aid, a number that our guest Aliya Ahmed thinks is appalling. Aliya, a Pakistani-Australian, identifies the groups doing im...

MusicThelma Plum - Homecoming QueenThelma Plum - Backseat of My MindEmily Wurramara - Black Smoke Budjerah - Ready For The SkyBARKAA - King BrownGigsNGAIIRE - 3 Album Tour (AUSLAN INTERPRETED SHOW)Baker Boy – Regional VIC Tour 

My sister Amal has the best rock playlist. I know everyone says that about their playlists, but I reckon my sister got it right. Today I'm dedicating the episode to Malie and her 90s and 2000s tracks, and I hope when you hear some of the songs, it transports you to a simpler time. To the days of Rage and Video Hits and maybe MTV. Enjoy!

In this episode, you'll hear from three awesome young African Australians who are shedding light on Victoria's Education system. They are telling it like it is but they're also doing something about it which is even more impressive. GuestsLadan, Danya and RazazLearn more about the YMCA Victorian Youth Parliament 2022 here. Read the Dandenong Star Journal's coverage of the African Communities Youth...

This week we look at archiving and African heroines with Roberta Joy Rich. Further readingVenus in Two Acts by Saidiya HartmanMusicSongEnergyArtistBeyonce (feat. Beam)SongCOZYArtistBeyonce

Pacifique X founder Tony K. Fretton outlines the case for community engagement as the best approach for changing minds and hearts. We also play music by the late and great Archie Roach.  Further ReadingTell Me Why: The Story of My Life and My Music By Archie RoachArchie Roach live radio performance of ‘Charcoal Lane’The truth about growing up gay and Pacific IslanderDon’t blame Pacific Island cult...

Anya Saravanan gives us insight into The Justice Map and their work to challenge carceral narratives. Later in the show, we bring you a conversation between Khushi Jadhav and her father. It's a gorgeous look into migration, culture and culinary skills. Anya Saravanan is a Tamil woman and community lawyer working in summary crime and family violence. 

International students are Australia's fourth biggest export. It seems we're more than happy to take on fee-paying students, but as the pandemic has shown, when life takes an unpredictable turn, these same students are left to fend for themselves. This week we give you a glimpse into the life of an international student, and the challenges they face when applying for an Australian student visa. Mu...

We bring you speeches from the 2022 VicNAIDOC March. Speakers- Yorta Yorta, Wemba Wemba and Gunditjmara man Yemurraki Egan- Yorta Yorta, Wiradjuri and Trawlwoolway woman Naomi Kennedy-Bamblett- Wolithiga Elder Uncle Henry AtkinsonMusicSongFight for MeArtistBarkaaSongBackseat of My MindArtistThelma Plum  

We play some highlights from the Roe v Wade OVERTURNED rally held in Naarm (Melbourne) on July 2nd. Speeches in orderDorinda Cox a Yamatji-Noongar woman and politician. She’s also the first female Aboriginal Senator from WA.Esme Louise James is an author and social media personality based in Melbourne. Anneke Demanuele is a leading student activist and socialist.

Today’s  show was all about self reflection and kicking it back with some chill tunes. Upon reflecting we discussed the importance of looking back at our childhood.  

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Kiran Jadhav is our special guest this week. Kiran sat down with her daughter Khushi to share the joys and angst of motherhood.  

Today's Show covered the meaning behind sorry day and also featured an interview with Hebah Ali. Hebah Ali is a short film director who came out with "Angrazee". She believes in media diversity and shares being a creative as part of her upbringing. 

Today's show is all about what makes us adults and the factors that allow us to transition from teen hood. The show questioned what it means to be an adult, why adulthood is important and most importantly to how do we define it. Khushi included a personal diary entry that reflects on the media influence on adulthood as well.