Natalie and Bullen welcome listeners into the new year and celebrate their first broadcast back in 2022. They chat about the effect of Ex-Cyclone Tiffany on the region and discuss its contribution to the rain and river flow, explaining the formation of tropical cyclones, emphasising environmental signs such as rainbirds and pelicans to predict weather changes. They go over the Walmajurri word term for rain cloud cover, and chat about various signs from nature indicating seasonal changes, like the presence of the Brolgas and the sounds of green frogs. The word of the day Manypu meaning Rain.

Natalie and Bullen welcome listeners into the new year and celebrate their first broadcast back in 2022. They chat about the effect of Ex-Cyclone Tiffany on the region and discuss its contribution to the rain and river flow, explaining the formation of tropical cyclones, emphasising environmental signs such as rainbirds and pelicans to predict weather changes. They go over the Walmajurri word term for rain cloud cover, and chat about various signs from nature indicating seasonal changes, like the presence of the Brolgas and the sounds of green frogs. The word of the day Manypu meaning Rain.

S3E1 - Danggujarra - Manypu - Rain

Natalie and Bullen chat about significance and terminology of floodwaters in the local Walmajurri language, specifically around the Fitzroy Crossing region, exploring the phenomenon of annual flooding. Natalie explain how recent rain has filled creeks and contributed to rising water levels in key local rivers and streams, such as the Fitzroy River, highlighting the impact of these floodwaters on the environment, filling creeks and creating natural connections throughout the ecosystem. Bullen reminisces about his past, describing how floods used to create isolated areas resembling islands. Natalie discuss safety regarding crocodiles, both freshwater and saltwater types, advising listeners about the presence of crocodiles near the flooded banks and the increased risk of encounters during floods. The word of the day is Warrampa meaning Flood.

Natalie and Bullen chat about significance and terminology of floodwaters in the local Walmajurri language, specifically around the Fitzroy Crossing region, exploring the phenomenon of annual flooding. Natalie explain how recent rain has filled creeks and contributed to rising water levels in key local rivers and streams, such as the Fitzroy River, highlighting the impact of these floodwaters on the environment, filling creeks and creating natural connections throughout the ecosystem. Bullen reminisces about his past, describing how floods used to create isolated areas resembling islands. Natalie discuss safety regarding crocodiles, both freshwater and saltwater types, advising listeners about the presence of crocodiles near the flooded banks and the increased risk of encounters during floods. The word of the day is Warrampa meaning Flood.

S3E2 - Danggujarra - Warrampa - Flood

Natalie and Bullen discuss clouds, describing the lack of clouds in the sky that day and delve into various Walmajurri terms for clouds and weather phenomena. The word of the day is Ngumurru meaning Cloud.

Natalie and Bullen discuss clouds, describing the lack of clouds in the sky that day and delve into various Walmajurri terms for clouds and weather phenomena. The word of the day is Ngumurru meaning Cloud.

S3E3 - Danggujarra - Ngumurru - Cloud

Natalie and Bullen discuss weather related terminology, including the Walmajurri word for lightning where they explore the nature of lightning, its description, and its impact, including how it can snap trees and conduct electricity. Natalie reflects on a childhood memory where lightinging caused all the power to go out. They also chat about rain and floods throughout the week, including the rise and fall of water levels, floodwater impacts, and signs of impending rain. The word of the day is Pirtpirt meaning Lightning.

Natalie and Bullen discuss weather related terminology, including the Walmajurri word for lightning where they explore the nature of lightning, its description, and its impact, including how it can snap trees and conduct electricity. Natalie reflects on a childhood memory where lightinging caused all the power to go out. They also chat about rain and floods throughout the week, including the rise and fall of water levels, floodwater impacts, and signs of impending rain. The word of the day is Pirtpirt meaning Lightning.

S3E4 - Danggujarra - Pirtpirt - Lightning

Natalie and Bullen chat about the different types of rain, such as light rain, continuous rain with cloud and heavy, discussing their characteristics and cultural relevance. They delve into the meteorological conditions in Fitzroy Crossing, reflecting on personal anecdotes and cultural stories involving rain and its impact on daily life, including how community interactions are influenced by weather shifts and the natural environment. They recollect past events and historical setups of communities regarding how rain and flooding have influenced living arrangements. This includes past experiences of tent communities, known as tent cities, which provided refuge during heavy rain periods, and the communal memories associated with such times. Natalie plays tracks by local bands, particularly a group named Cross Culture, originating from Derby District High School in 1997. The word of the day is Jikjik meaning Light-Rain.

Natalie and Bullen chat about the different types of rain, such as light rain, continuous rain with cloud and heavy, discussing their characteristics and cultural relevance. They delve into the meteorological conditions in Fitzroy Crossing, reflecting on personal anecdotes and cultural stories involving rain and its impact on daily life, including how community interactions are influenced by weather shifts and the natural environment. They recollect past events and historical setups of communities regarding how rain and flooding have influenced living arrangements. This includes past experiences of tent communities, known as tent cities, which provided refuge during heavy rain periods, and the communal memories associated with such times. Natalie plays tracks by local bands, particularly a group named Cross Culture, originating from Derby District High School in 1997. The word of the day is Jikjik meaning Light-Rain.

S3E5 - Danggujarra - Jikjik - Light-Rain

Natalie and Bullen go over the Walmajurri terms for today or now, as well as other time related words including early morning, midday and afternoon. They chat about cultural practices and memories associated with these times, reflecting on routines such as early morning start times for activities like horse mustering. They also discuss various natural phenomena tied to different times of the day, such as animal behaviors at dawn or dusk, offering a nature-oriented framework for understanding how time words apply beyond human activities. The word of the day is Jalarra meaning Now.

Natalie and Bullen go over the Walmajurri terms for today or now, as well as other time related words including early morning, midday and afternoon. They chat about cultural practices and memories associated with these times, reflecting on routines such as early morning start times for activities like horse mustering. They also discuss various natural phenomena tied to different times of the day, such as animal behaviors at dawn or dusk, offering a nature-oriented framework for understanding how time words apply beyond human activities. The word of the day is Jalarra meaning Now.

S3E6 - Danggujarra - Jalarra - Now

Natalie and Bullen continue their chat about time, this time going over Walmajurri terms for the light of dawn, twilight, midday, late afternoon, night time and the middle of the night. They also chat about the humidity and the rising levels of local rivers and creeks, focusing on terms related to the weather. The word of the day is Pirtpirt meaning Lightning.

Natalie and Bullen continue their chat about time, this time going over Walmajurri terms for the light of dawn, twilight, midday, late afternoon, night time and the middle of the night. They also chat about the humidity and the rising levels of local rivers and creeks, focusing on terms related to the weather. The word of the day is Pirtpirt meaning Lightning.

S3E7 - Danggujarra - Pirtpirt - Lightning

Natalie and Bullen go over Walmajurri terms for body parts such as head, hair, forehead, eyes, ears, nose and mouth. The word of the day is Jurlu meaning Head.

Natalie and Bullen go over Walmajurri terms for body parts such as head, hair, forehead, eyes, ears, nose and mouth. The word of the day is Jurlu meaning Head.

S3E8 - Danggujarra - Jurlu - Head

Natalie and Bullen continue their discussion of body parts, going over the Walmajurri terms for armpit, arms, hands, shoulders and fingers and skin. Natalie goes in depth about the armpit, discussing its role in the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system and does not have its own pump, thus requiring physical movement to function efficiently. Natalie also touches upon practical advice regarding snake bites, highlighting the role of the lymph system in the dissemination of venom and the importance of immobilizing a bitten limb. Natalie also provides significant insight into skin, its structure and function, describing it as the body's largest organ with three layers. The word of the day is Kitikiti meaning Armpit.

Natalie and Bullen continue their discussion of body parts, going over the Walmajurri terms for armpit, arms, hands, shoulders and fingers and skin. Natalie goes in depth about the armpit, discussing its role in the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system and does not have its own pump, thus requiring physical movement to function efficiently. Natalie also touches upon practical advice regarding snake bites, highlighting the role of the lymph system in the dissemination of venom and the importance of immobilizing a bitten limb. Natalie also provides significant insight into skin, its structure and function, describing it as the body's largest organ with three layers. The word of the day is Kitikiti meaning Armpit.

S3E9 - Danggujarra - Kitikiti - Armpit

Natalie and Bullen continue their conversation about body parts, focusing on the Walmajurri words for brain, heart, stomach, intestines, veins, blood, and bones. The word of the day is Milyily meaning Brain.

Natalie and Bullen continue their conversation about body parts, focusing on the Walmajurri words for brain, heart, stomach, intestines, veins, blood, and bones. The word of the day is Milyily meaning Brain.

S3E10 - Danggujarra - Milyily - Brain

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Natalie and Bullen celebrate the return of the program after a break over Christmas and New Year’s. Special guest Carolyn Davey joins the show while Bullen shares his story of meeting ABBA in Perth. Natalie chats about her new hobby of entomology, studying insects, collecting samples like moths and grasshoppers. The word of the day is Yitilal meaning Wet-Season.

Natalie and Bullen celebrate the return of the program after a break over Christmas and New Year&rsquo;s. Special guest Carolyn Davey joins the show while Bullen shares his story of meeting ABBA in Perth. Natalie chats about her new hobby of entomology, studying insects, collecting samples like moths and grasshoppers. The word of the day is Yitilal meaning Wet-Season.

S2E1 - Danggujarra - Yitilal - Wet-Season

Natalie and Bullen discuss the local creeks and rivers. They play the Flow song from the Fitzroy Valley New Music Project, emphisising the network of local creeks, educating listeners on how these waterways interconnect and influence the environment. Natalie chats about the egg fly butterfly, detailing how to identify the male and female varieties by their features. Bullen chats about his mustering days. The word of the day is Palma meaning Creek.

Natalie and Bullen discuss the local creeks and rivers. They play the Flow song from the Fitzroy Valley New Music Project, emphisising the network of local creeks, educating listeners on how these waterways interconnect and influence the environment. Natalie chats about the egg fly butterfly, detailing how to identify the male and female varieties by their features. Bullen chats about his mustering days. The word of the day is Palma meaning Creek.

S2E2 - Danggujarra - Palma - Creek

Natalie and Bullen chat about the clouds and river, the changing river levels and the mud. They chat about making mud slides and having mud fights when they were children and various other rainy day activities in community. Natalie continues to discuss butterflies, their migration patterns and appearances. The word of the day is Maya-Laparnana meaning Fast-Running.

Natalie and Bullen chat about the clouds and river, the changing river levels and the mud. They chat about making mud slides and having mud fights when they were children and various other rainy day activities in community. Natalie continues to discuss butterflies, their migration patterns and appearances. The word of the day is Maya-Laparnana meaning Fast-Running.

S2E3 - Danggujarra - Maya-Laparnana - Fast-Running

Natalie and Bullen chat about the cloud types and their implications and the environmental changes brought by the rainy season. Natalie chats about her upbringing in Jubilee Downs Station, discussing family members and the emotional journey tired to familial bonds and community ties.

Natalie and Bullen chat about the cloud types and their implications and the environmental changes brought by the rainy season. Natalie chats about her upbringing in Jubilee Downs Station, discussing family members and the emotional journey tired to familial bonds and community ties.

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Natalie and Bullen and Carolyn chat about the wet season, with amusing stories about being bogged in mud, sand and particularly dangerous black soil. The word of the day is Yapata meaning Boggy-Ground.

Natalie and Bullen and Carolyn chat about the wet season, with amusing stories about being bogged in mud, sand and particularly dangerous black soil. The word of the day is Yapata meaning Boggy-Ground.

S2E5 - Danggujarra - Yapata - Boggy-Ground

Natalie and Bullen discuss weather, directions, local geography, and cultural snippets about Fitzroy Crossing and its surroundings. They discuss the various bridges in the region and their vital roles in the community, especially during flood times. Natalie plays ‘Night Fishing’ from the Flow Album, capturing the essence of local night-time river experiences. The word of the day is Kakarra meaning East.

Natalie and Bullen discuss weather, directions, local geography, and cultural snippets about Fitzroy Crossing and its surroundings. They discuss the various bridges in the region and their vital roles in the community, especially during flood times. Natalie plays &lsquo;Night Fishing&rsquo; from the Flow Album, capturing the essence of local night-time river experiences. The word of the day is Kakarra meaning East.

S2E6 - Danggujarra - Kakarra - East

Natalie and Bullen discuss directions and the Walmajurri terms for those. The word of the day is Karla meaning West.

Natalie and Bullen discuss directions and the Walmajurri terms for those. The word of the day is Karla meaning West.

S2E7 - Danggujarra - Karla - West 

Natalie talks Cane Toads, how to identify them from native frogs by their appearance and the sound they make, noting their impact on native wildlife and how to dispose of them responsibly. Natalie plays Jandamarra in the Cave, a soundscape by students of Fitzroy School that captures the spiritual and historical essence of the caves associated with the legendary Bunuba warrior Jandamarra. Special guest Damien Hastings Jones joins the show to chat about the word of the day. The word of the day is Wirtntipungu meaning Draw.

Natalie talks Cane Toads, how to identify them from native frogs by their appearance and the sound they make, noting their impact on native wildlife and how to dispose of them responsibly. Natalie plays Jandamarra in the Cave, a soundscape by students of Fitzroy School that captures the spiritual and historical essence of the caves associated with the legendary Bunuba warrior Jandamarra. Special guest Damien Hastings Jones joins the show to chat about the word of the day. The word of the day is Wirtntipungu meaning Draw.

S2E8 - Danggujarras - Wirtntipungu - Draw

Natalie and Bullen shout out Natalie’s mother, the Top Texter - Carolyn Davey with well wishes for her 70th birthday. Bullen reflects on tales of his father’s journey across the Great Sandy Desert, highlighting the resilience and ingenuity necessary for survival in such challenging environments, including the use of traditional footwear for desert travel. The word of the day is Kurlila meaning South.

Natalie and Bullen shout out Natalie&rsquo;s mother, the Top Texter - Carolyn Davey with well wishes for her 70th birthday. Bullen reflects on tales of his father&rsquo;s journey across the Great Sandy Desert, highlighting the resilience and ingenuity necessary for survival in such challenging environments, including the use of traditional footwear for desert travel. The word of the day is Kurlila meaning South.

S2E9 - Danggujarra - Kurlila - South

Natalie and Bullen are joined by Damien Hastings Jones. They chat directions and their significance in the context of their location in the Fitzroy Valley and various anecdotes about local geography, including rivers and natural landscapes, with a specific interest in how rivers like Niagara Falls are managed and how they shape the land over time. Bullen chats about his past experiences working on cattle stations, detailing the process of camp drafting, the types of cattle encountered, and specific stories involving horses and cattle management, highlighting the cultural significance of livestock in the region. The word of the day is Kayili meaning North.

Natalie and Bullen are joined by Damien Hastings Jones. They chat directions and their significance in the context of their location in the Fitzroy Valley and various anecdotes about local geography, including rivers and natural landscapes, with a specific interest in how rivers like Niagara Falls are managed and how they shape the land over time. Bullen chats about his past experiences working on cattle stations, detailing the process of camp drafting, the types of cattle encountered, and specific stories involving horses and cattle management, highlighting the cultural significance of livestock in the region. The word of the day is Kayili meaning North.

S2E10 - Danggujarra - Kayili - North

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Natalie and Bullen host a pilot episode where they introduce themselves. Bullen tell the story of his parents meeting. They discuss their plans to share stories about Aboriginal culture, past experiences as a Bunuba ranger, and addressing local issues like the impact of cane toads. The show encourages listener interaction through storytelling and feedback, while embracing themes of community and cultural preservation.

Natalie and Bullen host a pilot episode where they introduce themselves. Bullen tell the story of his parents meeting. They discuss their plans to share stories about Aboriginal culture, past experiences as a Bunuba ranger, and addressing local issues like the impact of cane toads. The show encourages listener interaction through storytelling and feedback, while embracing themes of community and cultural preservation.

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Natalie and Bullen discuss their backgrounds and professional experience. They talk about May Day. Bullen tells a story about the times he saw his parents on holidays, the story of his fishing song about his mother, rainy season in Mount House and how he learned to mend things. They acknowledges the essential workers in the context of COVID-19 and language and cultural practices. They talk about the change of seasons including indigenous calendars and stories tied to natural phenomena.

Natalie and Bullen discuss their backgrounds and professional experience. They talk about May Day. Bullen tells a story about the times he saw his parents on holidays, the story of his fishing song about his mother, rainy season in Mount House and how he learned to mend things. They acknowledges the essential workers in the context of COVID-19 and language and cultural practices. They talk about the change of seasons including indigenous calendars and stories tied to natural phenomena.

S1E2 - Danggujarra

Bullen and Natalie go through the fishing song line by line, translating to english. Natalie tells stories of how she used to go fishing with her Grandmother. Bullen talks of fishing with his mother. Natalie talks about Cane Toads, their impact on wildlife, how to identify them and the effort to eradicate them.

Bullen and Natalie go through the fishing song line by line, translating to english. Natalie tells stories of how she used to go fishing with her Grandmother. Bullen talks of fishing with his mother. Natalie talks about Cane Toads, their impact on wildlife, how to identify them and the effort to eradicate them.

S1E3 - Danggujarra

Natalie and Bullen talk about the little animal song. They discuss the importance of Swordfish in the environment. They speak about Cane Toads their impact on wildlife, how to identify them and the effort to eradicate them. They discuss cultural anecdotes, share stories about family traditions such as walking fast and traditional skills like plaiting.

Natalie and Bullen talk about the little animal song. They discuss the importance of Swordfish in the environment. They speak about Cane Toads their impact on wildlife, how to identify them and the effort to eradicate them. They discuss cultural anecdotes, share stories about family traditions such as walking fast and traditional skills like plaiting.

S1E4 - Danggujarra

Natalie and Bullen discuss Fitzroy Valley community names and pronunciation, share stories of past floods and local life, and explore environmental knowledge including prickles, cane toads, local plants, and the songs The Little Animal Song and Wirliwirli.

Natalie and Bullen discuss Fitzroy Valley community names and pronunciation, share stories of past floods and local life, and explore environmental knowledge including prickles, cane toads, local plants, and the songs The Little Animal Song and Wirliwirli.

S1E5 - Danggujarra

Bullen shares stories from Cave School, stock camps, mustering days, and his first encounters with turtles, while Natalie reflects on growing up in Noonkanbah and travelling in the back of trucks. Together they discuss Fitzroy Valley community names, kinship and skin systems, environmental knowledge about cane toads, and Bullen’s hunting song Rua.

Bullen shares stories from Cave School, stock camps, mustering days, and his first encounters with turtles, while Natalie reflects on growing up in Noonkanbah and travelling in the back of trucks. Together they discuss Fitzroy Valley community names, kinship and skin systems, environmental knowledge about cane toads, and Bullen&rsquo;s hunting song Rua.

S1E6 - Danggujarra

Natalie and Bullen discuss the meaning of the song Rua, share stories about hunting practices, traditional smoking ceremonies for children, donkeys as pack animals, and the Walkabout Truck. They also reflect on Cave School, memories of donkeys, and changing Sorry Time traditions.

Natalie and Bullen discuss the meaning of the song Rua, share stories about hunting practices, traditional smoking ceremonies for children, donkeys as pack animals, and the Walkabout Truck. They also reflect on Cave School, memories of donkeys, and changing Sorry Time traditions.

S1E7 - Danggujarra

Natalie and Carolyn teach the correct pronunciation of community names, they discuss culture and education, talk about when Carolyn first visited Fitzroy Crossing, how she came to live there, what it was like and her background in education. Carolyn discusses the concept of Orthography

Natalie and Carolyn teach the correct pronunciation of community names, they discuss culture and education, talk about when Carolyn first visited Fitzroy Crossing, how she came to live there, what it was like and her background in education. Carolyn discusses the concept of Orthography

S1E8 - Danggujarra 

Natalie and Bullen explore local flora and seasonal changes. They discuss the Kapok tree and its traditional use in sewing, with Bullen reflecting on his mother’s sewing skills and the resourcefulness of past generations. They speak of the Conkerberry tree, which cattle would shelter beneath, and Natalie shares memories of her grandmother performing smoking ceremonies using Conkerberry. They also speak about Emu in Noonkanbah, weaving together stories of landscape, tradition, and community knowledge throughout the episode. The episode also features the “Little Animal Song.”

Natalie and Bullen explore local flora and seasonal changes. They discuss the Kapok tree and its traditional use in sewing, with Bullen reflecting on his mother&rsquo;s sewing skills and the resourcefulness of past generations. They speak of the Conkerberry tree, which cattle would shelter beneath, and Natalie shares memories of her grandmother performing smoking ceremonies using Conkerberry. They also speak about Emu in Noonkanbah, weaving together stories of landscape, tradition, and community knowledge throughout the episode. The episode also features the &ldquo;Little Animal Song.&rdquo;

S1E9 - Danggujarra

In this episode, Natalie and Bullen reflect on life during the cold season, sharing stories about making windbreaks to stay warm and adapting to changing weather conditions. Bullen speaks about his father and recalls his time working at Mount House, while Natalie reflects on her experiences living through winter in Canada. The conversation also celebrates Magabala Books being recognised as Small Publisher of the Year, highlighting the importance of Indigenous storytelling and publishing. They also discuss cane toads, their environmental impact, and different mitigation strategies being used by communities, before ending with stories about “Cuddles,” a well-known local python.

In this episode, Natalie and Bullen reflect on life during the cold season, sharing stories about making windbreaks to stay warm and adapting to changing weather conditions. Bullen speaks about his father and recalls his time working at Mount House, while Natalie reflects on her experiences living through winter in Canada. The conversation also celebrates Magabala Books being recognised as Small Publisher of the Year, highlighting the importance of Indigenous storytelling and publishing. They also discuss cane toads, their environmental impact, and different mitigation strategies being used by communities, before ending with stories about &ldquo;Cuddles,&rdquo; a well-known local python.

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