Author: andypaine
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S4E24 – Sculptures of Brisbane
On today’s classic episode we go back to 2017 and a trip through the sculptures of Brisbane! We speak to sculptors Cezary Stulgis and Luke Roberts; historian Jeff Rickertt, and the tale of Aboriginal cricket pioneer Eddie Gilbert. Originally broadcast 22/06/17
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S4E23 – SLAPP suits
Today we delve into the Paradigm Shift archive. Back to 2019, and a show about Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation – when companies take activists to court to stifle protest and repress public debate. We hear what are SLAPP suits and why are they a problem from “bush lawyer” Greg Ogle, and then the different…
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S4E22 – Climate transition in the regions
Today we are talking about the hard work of transitioning rural areas into a more sustainable economy. I speak to Amanda Cahill from Next Economy and Lu Allan from the Renewable Energy Alliance. Originally broadcast 29/08/25
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S4E21 – Analysing the Spotify “Mood Machine” with Liz Pelly
Today we speak to music writer Liz Pelly about her recent book “Mood Machine” – a critique of algorithmic streaming monolith Spotify and what it is doing to the way we play and listen to music. Originally broadcast 15/08/25
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S4E20 – The future of work
Today we are talking about the possible future of work and wealth distribution – reduced working hours, universal basic income, job guarantees. Hear from economists John Quiggin and Steven Hail about their ideas for fairer, more sustainable and more flourishing economy. Originally broadcast 08/08/25
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S4E19 – Fifty years of Womens House in Brisbane
Today we are celebrating the 50th birthday of Women’s House – Queensland’s first domestic violence shelter, which is still assisting women and advocating for social change half a century on. They are celebrating with an exhibition this week, and I spoke to Barb and Chantal from Women’s House to learn about the past and present of…
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S4E18 – Convergence on Canberra for Palestine
Today we get a report back from the Palestine convergence in Canberra. I speak to Remah Naji about the convergence; and to a couple of people who did direct actions there – Juliet Lamont locked herself on to the roof of weapons company EOS, and Cate Adams painted red the monument to US-Aus allyship. Originally…
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S4E17 – The SEQEB dispute 40 years on
Today we go back 40 years – to when Brisbane was in the grips of the SEQEB dispute after Joh Bjelke-Peterson’s government sacked over 1000 electrical workers. I speak to lifelong unionist Bob Carnegie about the dispute and it’s effect, and also to Peter Ong from the Electrical Trades Union about the lessons learned for…
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S4E16 – Save the Moorooka Social Space
Today’s show is a tribute to the Moorooka Social Space aka Fleurs St Social Exchange – an amazing by-donation cafe and op shop that council has recently told to shut down. The volunteers there want to keep it going but it will require a bit of people power! To sign the petition to keep it…
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S4E15 – Paperbark Zine Fair
Today we are talking zines! To get ready for the Paperbark Zine Fair, I speak to Bernie from the Australian Anarchist Zine Archive, plus 4ZZZ favourites Anna (Radio Reversal) and CJ (Locked In) about their alter egos as zine makers. Originally broadcast 04/07/25
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