Paradigm Shift on 4ZZZ

S1E3 The birth of the Aboriginal Tent Embassy

Today we hear how a small group of young aboriginal men started the tent embassy 50 years ago this week. We listen to a speech given at the embassy on the anniversary by Michael Anderson – who was there at the very beginning. Originally broadcast 28/01/22
S1E2 – Lech Blaine on “The Larrikin Myth, Class and Power”

This week we have a chat with journalist and author Lech Blaine. We talk primarily about his excellent recent Quarterly Essay titled “Top Blokes: The Larrikin Myth, Class and Power”. Originally broadcast 14/01/22
S1E1 – The significance of the Bunya nut

Today’s show is all about Bunya nuts – Queensland’s delicious native bush tucker! I chat with Jinibara and Kabi traditional owners about the ongoing cultural significance of the Bunya nut, and to historian Ray Kerkhove about the huge Bunya gatherings that used to be held at harvest time. Originally broadcast 21/01/22

S1E3 The birth of the Aboriginal Tent Embassy