Access Granted is this week pausing to reflect on the life and legacy of Aunty Rhoda Roberts AO, a trailblazer, mentor and cultural leader who changed what was possible for First Nations storytelling. In this special episode, Lowanna shares a deeply personal tribute to Aunty Rhoda, a proud  Widjabul Wia-bal woman whose warmth, strength, laughter and love touched so many. Through reflection and remembrance, she honours the wisdom and guidance Aunty Rhoda gave so freely and the lasting mark she has left on her life, a legacy she will carry with her always.

Access Granted is this week pausing to reflect on the life and legacy of Aunty Rhoda Roberts AO, a trailblazer, mentor and cultural leader who changed what was possible for First Nations storytelling. In this special episode, Lowanna shares a deeply personal tribute to Aunty Rhoda, a proud &nbsp;Widjabul Wia-bal woman whose warmth, strength, laughter and love touched so many. Through reflection and remembrance, she honours the wisdom and guidance Aunty Rhoda gave so freely and the lasting mark she has left on her life, a legacy she will carry with her always.

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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Rest in Power, Aunty Rhoda Roberts

In this episode of Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with proud Wiradjuri and Wongibon woman Renae Lamb - artist, dancer, educator, entrepreneur and founder of Midnight Dreaming.

Grounded in culture and guided by her ancestors, Renae shares her journey to building a 100% Blak-owned business that celebrates storytelling through art, fashion and dance. From the early days behind the scenes to seeing her designs move through community and onto major platforms, this yarn explores what it means to create with purpose.

Renae opens up about the deep connection she has to Country, the responsibility of storytelling as a First Nations woman and the importance of creating culturally safe spaces for the next generation to learn, heal and express who they are.

She also speaks on motherhood, leadership and legacy and what it looks like to balance it all while staying grounded in culture and pursuing her dreams.

This is a powerful conversation about identity, creativity and building something bigger for community, for culture and for those coming next.

The Australian Government has support to help you buy a home. If owning your own place has ever crossed your mind, now's the time to explore what's available and check your eligibility. To learn more, visit firsthomebuyers.gov.au

In this episode of Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with proud Wiradjuri and Wongibon woman Renae Lamb - artist, dancer, educator, entrepreneur and founder of Midnight Dreaming.
Grounded in culture and guided by her ancestors, Renae shares her journey to building a 100% Blak-owned business that celebrates storytelling through art, fashion and dance. From the early days behind the scenes to seeing her designs move through community and onto major platforms, this yarn explores what it means to create with purpose.
Renae opens up about the deep connection she has to Country, the responsibility of storytelling as a First Nations woman and the importance of creating culturally safe spaces for the next generation to learn, heal and express who they are.
She also speaks on motherhood, leadership and legacy and what it looks like to balance it all while staying grounded in culture and pursuing her dreams.
This is a powerful conversation about identity, creativity and building something bigger for community, for culture and for those coming next.
The Australian Government has support to help you buy a home. If owning your own place has ever crossed your mind, now's the time to explore what's available and check your eligibility. To learn more, visit firsthomebuyers.gov.au

Renae Lamb: Art, Culture & Legacy 

In this powerful episode of Access Granted, Lowanna Grant sits down with Gomeroi man Kobie Dee for a deeply honest conversation about growth, responsibility and rewriting your story.

From his early years growing up in Maroubra to becoming one of the most respected voices in Australian hip hop, Kobie reflects on how storytelling has shaped his identity and sense of purpose. He opens up about the influence of community and role models and how his platform extends far beyond music into truth-telling, connection and cultural responsibility. He also shares insights into stepping into the acting world, featuring in Heartbreak High and what that experience has taught him.

At the heart of this yarn is fatherhood. Kobie speaks candidly about becoming a dad and how that experience transformed him, pushing him to do the inner work and step into a better version of himself, not just for his own growth, but for his children. Through vulnerability and strength, he shares what it means to break generational cycles and create a new legacy grounded in love, presence and safety.

A moving and inspiring conversation about culture, healing and what it truly means to show up.

The Australian Government has support to help you buy a home. If owning your own place has ever crossed your mind, now's the time to explore what's available and check your eligibility. To learn more, visit firsthomebuyers.gov.au

Follow Access Granted on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/accessgrantedthepod/

In this powerful episode of Access Granted, Lowanna Grant sits down with Gomeroi man Kobie Dee for a deeply honest conversation about growth, responsibility and rewriting your story.
From his early years growing up in Maroubra to becoming one of the most respected voices in Australian hip hop, Kobie reflects on how storytelling has shaped his identity and sense of purpose. He opens up about the influence of community and role models and how his platform extends far beyond music into truth-telling, connection and cultural responsibility. He also shares insights into stepping into the acting world, featuring in Heartbreak High and what that experience has taught him.
At the heart of this yarn is fatherhood. Kobie speaks candidly about becoming a dad and how that experience transformed him, pushing him to do the inner work and step into a better version of himself, not just for his own growth, but for his children. Through vulnerability and strength, he shares what it means to break generational cycles and create a new legacy grounded in love, presence and safety.
A moving and inspiring conversation about culture, healing and what it truly means to show up.
The Australian Government has support to help you buy a home. If owning your own place has ever crossed your mind, now's the time to explore what's available and check your eligibility. To learn more, visit firsthomebuyers.gov.au
Follow Access Granted on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/accessgrantedthepod/

Kobie Dee: Fatherhood, Healing & Breaking Cycles

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation on Access Granted, Lowanna continues the yarn with Libby Cook-Black as they dive into the work she’s building today.

Libby shares the vision behind The Female Co and Female First, creating pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and girls through sport, leadership and opportunity.

She opens up about the reality of juggling it all... Study, motherhood, partnership, business and purpose and what it truly looks like to be a woman navigating career, family and ambition at the same time.

This is an honest conversation about support systems, community and the networks that allow women to thrive.

Libby also reflects on the people who inspire her, what continues to drive her forward and the deep responsibility she carries in passing on culture and knowledge to the next generation.

This episode is about building something bigger than yourself and proving that our women can have it all, on our own terms and be the leaders for the next generation of strong black women.

The Australian Government has support to help you buy a home. If owning your own place has ever crossed your mind, now's the time to explore what's available and check your eligibility. To learn more, visit firsthomebuyers.gov.au

Follow Access Granted on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/accessgrantedthepod/

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation on Access Granted, Lowanna continues the yarn with Libby Cook-Black as they dive into the work she&rsquo;s building today.
Libby shares the vision behind The Female Co and Female First, creating pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and girls through sport, leadership and opportunity.
She opens up about the reality of juggling it all... Study, motherhood, partnership, business and purpose and what it truly looks like to be a woman navigating career, family and ambition at the same time.
This is an honest conversation about support systems, community and the networks that allow women to thrive.
Libby also reflects on the people who inspire her, what continues to drive her forward and the deep responsibility she carries in passing on culture and knowledge to the next generation.
This episode is about building something bigger than yourself and proving that our women can have it all, on our own terms and be the leaders for the next generation of strong black women.
The Australian Government has support to help you buy a home. If owning your own place has ever crossed your mind, now's the time to explore what's available and check your eligibility. To learn more, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://firsthomebuyers.gov.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://firsthomebuyers.gov.au&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1775186328433000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0dY_CVMbHgxs9kQMRT2CSW">firsthomebuyers.gov.au</a>
Follow Access Granted on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/accessgrantedthepod/

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