Tag: History
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S2E18 – A People’s History of Alcohol in Australia
Today we are talking about a People’s History of Alcohol in Australia. That’s the theme of a new book, and I talk to the editors Alex Ettling and Iain Mcintyre. The book talks about alcohol in this country from many different perspectives, and we try our best to do the same on the show! Originally…
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S1E24 – Disrupting AIDEX 91 and military in schools
On today’s show I talk to radical historian Iain Mcintyre about the successful blockade of the Aidex arms fair in 1991, and to Elise West about the campaign to stop the weapons industry infiltrating our primary and secondary schools. Originally broadcast 02/09/22
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S1E5 – A history of Turnstyle Community Hub part 2
On today’s show we again explore the legacy of Turnstyle – Brisbane’s legendary sharehouse/community space in Highgate Hill which is sadly coming to a landlord-enforced end. I interview a bunch of different residents and users of Turnstyle to try to chart the influence this place has had. Originally broadcast 11/02/22
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S1E4 – A history of Turnstyle Community Hub part 1
Today’s show is part one of a two part series on the amazing history and the sad eviction of Turnstyle Community Hub. This inauspicious Queenslander in Highgate Hill was a key part of creating community and change in Brisbane for the last 15 years. We talk about the space, its inspiring legacy, and the difficulties…
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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
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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
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