In this special episode of Access Granted, Lowanna Grant reflects on the significance of NAIDOC Week and this year's theme, 50 Years of Deadly. Sharing what NAIDOC means to her, Lowanna celebrates the strength, resilience and achievements of First Nations people, while honouring the Elders and trailblazers who have paved the way.

At the heart of the episode is a personal story about her Pop, Stan Grant Snr, whose lifetime of work reclaiming and revitalising the Wiradjuri language was recognised with the 2022 National NAIDOC Lifetime Achievement Award. It's a moving conversation about legacy, culture and the responsibility of the next generation to continue building on the foundations laid by those who came before us.

In this special episode of Access Granted, Lowanna Grant reflects on the significance of NAIDOC Week and this year's theme, 50 Years of Deadly. Sharing what NAIDOC means to her, Lowanna celebrates the strength, resilience and achievements of First Nations people, while honouring the Elders and trailblazers who have paved the way.
At the heart of the episode is a personal story about her Pop, Stan Grant Snr, whose lifetime of work reclaiming and revitalising the Wiradjuri language was recognised with the 2022 National NAIDOC Lifetime Achievement Award. It's a moving conversation about legacy, culture and the responsibility of the next generation to continue building on the foundations laid by those who came before us.

A bold interview series granting you entry into the minds of remarkable voices across Australia and Aotearoa. Proud Wiradjuri and Western Arrernte host Lowanna Grant sits down with leaders, creators and culture-shifters to uncover stories of resilience, representation and ambition. Access Granted opens doors rarely seen and conversations rarely heard.

A bold interview series granting you entry into the minds of remarkable voices across Australia and Aotearoa. Proud Wiradjuri and Western Arrernte host Lowanna Grant sits down with leaders, creators and culture-shifters to uncover stories of resilience, representation and ambition. Access Granted opens doors rarely seen and conversations rarely heard.

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50 Years of Deadly: My NAIDOC Reflections

In this episode of Access Granted, Lowanna Grant sits down with platinum selling, ARIA Award winning artist Budjerah as he celebrates the release of his long awaited debut album titled 'Gentleman'.

A proud Bundjalung man, Budjerah reflects on growing up surrounded by family and community, the influence of his faith and his journey from singing in church to becoming one of Australia's most exciting musical talents. Budjerah opens up about the lessons he's learned along the way, staying grounded and humble through success, working with acclaimed singers, songwriters and producers, as well as the stories and influences behind his new music.

It's a beautiful yarn about family, faith, identity, creativity and the people who have shaped the artist behind the music.

In this episode of Access Granted, Lowanna Grant sits down with platinum selling, ARIA Award winning artist Budjerah as he celebrates the release of his long awaited debut album titled 'Gentleman'.
A proud Bundjalung man, Budjerah reflects on growing up surrounded by family and community, the influence of his faith and his journey from singing in church to becoming one of Australia's most exciting musical talents. Budjerah opens up about the lessons he's learned along the way, staying grounded and humble through success, working with acclaimed singers, songwriters and producers, as well as the stories and influences behind his new music.
It's a beautiful yarn about family, faith, identity, creativity and the people who have shaped the artist behind the music.

Budjerah: The Journey to Gentleman

This week on Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with proud Whadjuk Noongar man, model, actor and founder of Mob in Fashion, Nathan McGuire. From his early days chasing an elite hockey career to becoming one of Australia’s most in demand models, Nathan opens up about the journey that took him from the field to the global fashion stage.

Together, they unpack his career as a proud First Nations man, the responsibility that comes with representation and why creating pathways for the next generation of First Nations creatives matters more than ever. Nathan also shares the vision behind Mob in Fashion, the realities of navigating an image driven industry and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.

This week on Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with proud Whadjuk Noongar man, model, actor and founder of Mob in Fashion, Nathan McGuire. From his early days chasing an elite hockey career to becoming one of Australia&rsquo;s most in demand models, Nathan opens up about the journey that took him from the field to the global fashion stage.
Together, they unpack his career as a proud First Nations man, the responsibility that comes with representation and why creating pathways for the next generation of First Nations creatives matters more than ever. Nathan also shares the vision behind Mob in Fashion, the realities of navigating an image driven industry and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.

Nathan McGuire: Beyond the Runway

This week on Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with one of the most powerful, staunch and unapologetic voices in music right now, Miss Kaninna. An artist whose music and presence have inspired so many young Blak women and someone Lowanna has long admired for the way she speaks truth, takes up space and shows up for community.

From Blak Britney, the track that became the heartbeat of Access Granted, to her highly anticipated debut mixtape BLACKPRINT, Miss Kaninna opens up in a way we haven’t heard before. Sharing stories from her upbringing, the moments and people that shaped her and granting us access to parts of her life and journey she’s never spoken on publicly.

The pair yarn about the writing process behind tracks like Mob Ties, the power of truth-telling through music and what it means to carry culture and community through her artistry. There’s also plenty of laughs, girl chats and a deep dive into her love of country music, from her unforgettable Crystal Chandeliers performance to whether a country album could be on the cards...

Raw, honest, funny and full of heart, this is Miss Kaninna like you’ve never heard her before.

This week on Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with one of the most powerful, staunch and unapologetic voices in music right now, Miss Kaninna. An artist whose music and presence have inspired so many young Blak women and someone Lowanna has long admired for the way she speaks truth, takes up space and shows up for community.
From Blak Britney, the track that became the heartbeat of Access Granted,&nbsp;to her highly anticipated debut mixtape BLACKPRINT, Miss Kaninna opens up in a way we haven&rsquo;t heard before. Sharing stories from her upbringing, the moments and people that shaped her and granting us access to parts of her life and journey she&rsquo;s never spoken on publicly.
The pair yarn about the writing process behind tracks like Mob Ties, the power of truth-telling through music and what it means to carry culture and community through her artistry. There&rsquo;s also plenty of laughs, girl chats and a deep dive into her love of country music, from her unforgettable Crystal Chandeliers performance to whether a country album could be on the cards...
Raw, honest, funny and full of heart, this is Miss Kaninna like you&rsquo;ve never heard her before.

50 Years of Deadly: My NAIDOC Reflections

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