Danggujarra S1 remastered

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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 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.”

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.

Natalie and Bullen chat with Deanne Fogarty from the Parks and Wildlife service to discuss Cane Toad Education and Eradication. The word of the day is 'Ngapa' meaning Water.

Natalie and Bullen talk of rodeo, with Bullen performing and translating his rodeo song. Bullen also reflects on his father’s work as a tracker, his arrest, stories about his parents, skinlines, and traditional fire-making methods. Natalie recalls the excitement of when the first two-dollar coins were introduced, before the pair reminisce about childhood games and handmade toys, including marbles, tin trucks, mud toys, and boomerangs. Natalie also speaks about her grandfather’s funeral and the memories surrounding it. They discuss the Kapok Tree, seasonal awareness, and Kuluwa — the rain — alongside conversations about cane toads, puffer fish, and traditional knowledge surrounding which parts are safe to eat and which are poisonous.

Natalie, Bullen, and Carolyn share stories and reflections centred around language, memory, and family history. Bullen recalls the day Natalie was born and the dramatic story of rolling the car that same day. They discuss the intricacies of local language, including orthography, pronunciation, and forms of expression, highlighting the richness, nuance, and cultural importance of language knowledge and preservation. The word of the day is Wangki meaning Word.

Natalie and Bullen discuss family structures, kinship and the eight skin groups. The word of the day is Ngilyki meaning Skinline-Flesh.

Natalie and Bullen discuss family structures, kinship and the eight skin groups. The word of the day is Ngamayi Meaning Mother.

Natalie and Bullen recap the words of the week. Natalie talks about Cane Toads and their impact on native wildlife and the effort to eradicate them. The word of the day is Ngumparna meaning Husband-Uncle.

Natalie and Bullen discuss kinship, focusing on straight and alternative marriage lines and the roles and responsibilities. The word of the day is Wartu meaning Brother-Sister-In-Law.

Natalie and Bullen discuss kinship, with a focus on siblings. They talk about traditional tools such as boomerangs and fighting sticks. The word of the day is Ngaja meaning Little-Brother-Sister.

Bullen reflects on his family history, speaking about his father and grandfather walking out from the desert and sharing stories about where he and his mother come from. Natalie shares memories of her grandparents and recalls getting into trouble as a young girl. Bullen speaks about his experiences working on the roads as a powder monkey, offering insight into the hard and often dangerous work. They recount stories from previous generations, discussing traditional crafting practices, the hardships of ration days, and the resilience and resourcefulness of community life. The word of the day is Jaja meaning Grandmother-Grandfather.

Natalie and Bullen discuss kinship, ceremonial practices and respect within families. The word of the day is Wungul meaning Joke.

Natalie, Bullen, and Carolyn discuss kinship, focusing on family dynamics, responsibilities, and the important roles relatives play within community life. Carolyn reflects on her grandparents and shares her earliest childhood memory, while Natalie speaks about memories of her own grandfather and the guidance he provided. Natalie also recounts a time she injured her ankle and how Bullen asked her grandfather to help heal it. They talk about the moon, night vision goggles, and the role of nitrogen in permaculture. The word of the day is Ngamaji meaning Mother-Aunty.

Bullen shares stories about learning to make boomerangs and prepare traditional foods, speaking about hunting and cooking goannas and snakes while emphasising traditional cooking techniques and bush skills passed down through generations. He also reflects on growing up in stock camps, where he learned essential survival skills, hunting knowledge, and ways of living from his father and ancestors. Natalie and Bullen discuss family relationships, kinship, and cultural responsibilities, highlighting the importance of passing knowledge, respect, and traditions between generations. The word of the day is Kirlaki-Ngawiji meaning Fathers-Father-Mothers-Daughter.

Natalie and Bullen talk about cultural preservation and familial roles within Aboriginal communities, understanding the kinship systems, traditional laws, and the family responsibilities that define these communities. They talk about children in the family, including nieces and nephews. They discuss the strict mother-in-law avoidance practices. They also discuss hunting in cold weather, animal hibernation and cane toads. The word of the day is Juku meaning Offspring.

Natalie and Bullen reflect on the beginnings of the program and how it has grown over time, sharing memories and light moments from the early days. They discuss the importance of skin names and the cultural connections and responsibilities they carry within family and community structures. Natalie also talks about making bread and damper, weaving in everyday skills and food traditions that connect to life on Country. The episode concludes with the playing of the “Family Song,” bringing together themes of kinship, memory, and shared cultural identity. The word of the day is Rapu meaning Friday.

Natalie and Bullen explore the origins of the word “kangaroo,” tracing its connections to North Queensland and discussing how language evolves through contact, translation, and cultural exchange. They also delve into the relationship between numbers and cultural practices, reflecting on how numerics are understood and used within Walmajarri speakers traditions. The conversation highlights the ways language, meaning, and cultural knowledge intersect, particularly in how words and systems of counting are carried, adapted, and preserved across generations. The word of the day is Nganayi meaning Whatsaname.

Natalie and Bullen talk about traditional names and cultural significance of colors within nature. Additionally, the concept of "Jarin" is introduced, referring to birth totems that symbolize spiritual connections in Aboriginal culture. The word of the day is Ngana meaning What.

Natalie shares stories about her encounters with local wildlife, including “Cuddles,” an olive python, and her experiences working with the Bunuba Rangers, including a run-in with a whip snake and sightings of baby pythons. They discuss the significance of colours in Aboriginal culture, with reflections on animals such as black cockatoos, king brown snakes, and the black-headed python and what they represent in Country and cultural knowledge. The episode then shifts to an important community update from Tom Chapman of Consumer Protection, who discusses investment scams and warns listeners about the dangers of unsolicited contact and financial fraud. The program also touches on traditional whip-making practices, connecting craft, knowledge, and cultural continuity. The word of the day is Wanyurla meaning Where.

Natalie and Bullen recap the words of the week, talk about numbers, colours and animals. They discuss a variety of including South American and Australian species.

Carolyn shares a childhood story about when Natalie painted a caravan with Golden Syrup as a little girl. They talk about traditional plant knowledge, with discussions about the Bohemia tree and its many uses, including collecting honey and making brooms. They also explore the importance of the red river gum in cultural practices, speaking about its use in smoking ceremonies, healing, mosquito repellent, and the ways bark was traditionally used to carry babies and food. The word of the day is Nganapurru meaning What-For.

Bullen shares stories about his mother making a raft from a tree and recalls how she was a strong swimmer, while his father, although unable to swim, was known for his singing. The conversation explores traditional plant knowledge and bush medicine, including the antiseptic properties of the freshwater mangrove and its use in treating catfish stings. They also discuss the red river gum and its edible fruit, along with the lycopod pine, admired for its striking flowers and its uses in crafting and raft making. Throughout the episode, the discussion highlights the resourcefulness and environmental knowledge passed down through generations. The word of the day is Nganajangka meaning Why.

Natalie and Bullen discuss a range of native plants and their traditional for food and tools. They speak about the River Fig and its edible fruits and seeds, particularly its habitat near river systems, and the Wild Orange, whose sweet fruit brings back memories of Paradise Station. The conversation also explores the Desert Walnut as a valuable source of shade, firewood, and long-lasting food, alongside the Parrot Pea, traditionally used for making sandals as well as string and rope from its bark. They also discuss the Batwing Coral Tree, known for its role in crafting spears and woomeras, with its bright seeds used for decoration, highlighting the depth of traditional ecological knowledge and the many practical uses of native plants. The word of the day is Nyangurla meaning Where.

Natalie and Bullen discuss native trees and their traditional uses, including plants valued for food, medicine, firewood, crafting materials, and land care practices. They also reflect on multilingualism in Aboriginal communities, the importance of preserving language and cultural knowledge, and traditional approaches to caring for Country. The word of the day is Nyapartukarra meaning How.

Natalie, Bullen Rogers and Carolyn discuss languages and the cultural knowledge embedded within them. They talk about expressions of time, including words for different parts of the day and the ways these concepts connect to observation, environment, and daily life. The hosts discuss how traditional Aboriginal greetings differ from English greetings, often centring on wellbeing and place rather than fixed times of day, and reflect on how language adapts to new objects and technologies through descriptive, purpose-based terms. Throughout the conversation, they share insights into linguistic sounds, storytelling, natural timekeeping through animal behaviour and the environment, and the ongoing importance of language preservation. The word of the day is Payi meaning Okay.

Bullen reflects on his time growing up in stock camps including mustering cattle, working with horses, and life on stations, highlighting the skills, humour, and camaraderie of stock camp days. Natalie and Bullen discuss Aboriginal perspectives on time, showing how daily life and seasonal change—rather than fixed clock hours—shape routines, language, and cultural events such as races and rodeos that bring families and communities together. The word of the day is Jarntuwanti meaning All-Our-Families.

Natalie and Bullen focus on teaching and sharing family-related vocabulary, using song and storytelling as key learning tools. They play a family song by Auntie Irene Bent which helps children and listeners learn and remember kinship terms. The discussion explores the different words used for relatives on the mother’s and father’s sides, including distinct terms for grandparents and siblings. The word of the day is Ngalimpa meaning Us.

Natalie and Bullen recap the words of the week. They explores family terms and structures in detail, highlighting the kinship language and the distinctions between maternal, paternal, and extended family relationships, as well as in-law communication protocols. They discuss time-related vocabulary linked to natural cycles, and reflect on how language encodes daily rhythms and cultural understanding. The word of the day is Wirriya meaning Happy.

Natalie and Bullen celebrate the 40th episode of Dunggujarra. They discuss birds such as as the Willy Wagtail and white cockatoo describing their role as natural alert systems within the community, often jokingly framed as a kind of “bush telegraph” spreading news across Country. The word of the day is Jirikiwanti meaning Birds.

Natalie shares stories and cultural knowledge centred on local wildlife, particularly birds of prey during the cold season when reptiles are less active and raptors become more prominent. She tells a story involving a kite and a bat and also discusses hunting practices such as using a slingshot. They compare the Wedgetail Eagle with the Black Kite, describing the Blake Kite as more of a scavenger, and explores the relationships and behaviours between different birds in the ecosystem. The word of the day is Warmulu meaning Wedge-Tail-Eagle.

Natalie and Bullen talk about traditional hunting practices, including talk of hunting tools like spears and boomerangs. They discuss cooking game such as birds, bush turkeys and emus. The word of the day is Kuyipari meaning Hunters.

Natalie and Bullen talk about birds. This includes animal facts, discussion about hunting, the ecology of birds as well as cultural narratives and traditional cooking methods used, such as the underground cooking oven. They discuss how to identify certain birds and the way birds have been named by Walmajurri people. The word of the day is Kartany meaning Underground-Oven.

Carolyn reflects on her experiences attending Sorry Camp and shares what she has learned about the cultural practices and responsibilities surrounding Sorry Business. She tells a Walmajarri story connected to mourning traditions, recounting how a man’s mother changed the foods she ate during Sorry Time before eventually returning to her normal diet. Natalie and Carolyn also explore the significance of fish within Aboriginal mourning customs, highlighting the important role food, cultural practice, and community support play during periods of grief and remembrance. The word of the day is Jaminy meaning No-Red-Meat-Mourning.

Natalie shares the story of how Bullen and Carolyn first met while fishing, along with memories of Natalie eating all of her grandmother’s fishing bait as a child. The conversation explores the cultural significance of birth totems, discussing the custom of assigning a spiritual representation to a child at birth, often connected to particular animals and their characteristics. They also talk about local fish species including Barramundi, Archerfish, Black Bream, and Spangled Perch, weaving together stories of fishing, family, and cultural knowledge connected to waterways and Country. The word of the day is Jarriny meaning Birth-Totum.

Natalie and Bullen discuss local wildlife including the behaviours of Bowerbirds, Willy Wagtails, and Emus. The word of the day is Ngurriny meaning Blowfly.

Natalie and Bullen reflect on family names and regional connections, highlighting the blending of traditional and Western naming systems and the importance of place and kinship in cultural identity. They chat about language learning, with discussions about pronunciation, sounds within Danggujarra words, and the relationship between language and cultural practices. Stories about Barramundi migration, traditional desert life, and the historical use of camels connect environmental knowledge with lived experience and oral history. The hosts also discuss mourning customs and food practices observed during Sorry Time, alongside broader reflections on cultural exchange, adaptation, and the preservation of Indigenous knowledge through storytelling, humour, and community engagement. The word of the day is Kiwiny meaning Mosquito.

Natalie, Bullen and Carolyn chat about life stages, memory, and cultural identity. They go over Walmajarri words connected to different stages of life, including terms for newborns, children, and growing up. Bullen and Carolyn share stories from their teenage years, touching on music, fashion, and influences from earlier decades, including rock and heavy metal culture. The conversation also moves through childhood memories, traditional practices, and folklore connected to natural phenomena such as lightning and thunder. The word of the day is Jarlu meaning Before.

Natalie shares the story about her brother “helping” her remove her first wobbly tooth, while Bullen recalls singing to cattle at stock camp to keep them calm. They go through the Walmajarri words used to describe different ages and roles within community life, from newborns through to adulthood and Elders. The word of the day is Piyirnwarnti meaning Aboriginal-Community-People.

Natalie and Bullen discuss the difference between butterflies and moths and the life cycle of butterflies and moths. They talk about the life cycles and reproductive behaviours of other egg laying animals like Barramundi and fresh water crocodiles. Natalie tells the audience that her totem animal is the Barramundi explaining the reasons behind not eating it herself. The word of the day is Pirrpirntipirnti meaning Butterfly.

Natalie and Bullen discuss the different life stages of humans and local wildlife. They go though the Walmajarri words for newborns, toddlers, teenagers girls and boys and adult women and men. They talk about eggs, particularly the eggs of Barramundi and Emus. The word of the day is Kampin meaning Eggs.

Natalie, Bullen and Carolyn chat about directions, walking through the Walmajarri words for North, East, South and West with a particular focus on East. They discuss different forms of the words to describe location, movement, orientation, weather patterns, travel and connection to place. The word of the day is Kakarra meaning East.

Natalie and Bullen chat about directions, walking through the Walmajarri words for North, East, South and West with a particular focus on West. They discuss different forms of the words to describe location, movement, orientation, weather patterns, travel and connection to place. They talk about the importance of direction and the movement of the sun to determine ones location. The word of the day is Karla meaning West.