In this interview highlight, Behind the Scenes presenter Chris Thompson speaks to Jane Harrison of the Blak & Bright First Nations Literary Festival.

Stories Behind the Songs showcases the powerful fusion of melody and meaning as Blak artists explore the depths of storytelling through the medium of music. Includes performances from Blak artists like Debra Cheetham Fraillon and Allara.

Hold space for Blak futures now.

Limited seats available, book your tickets now at blakandbright.com.au. In partnership with Fed Square & Songlines & Victorian Women's Trust.

Vision Australia Radio is proud to promote Blak and Bright 2024.

In this interview highlight, Behind the Scenes presenter Chris Thompson speaks to Jane Harrison of the Blak &amp; Bright First Nations Literary Festival.
Stories Behind the Songs showcases the powerful fusion of melody and meaning as Blak artists explore the depths of storytelling through the medium of music. Includes performances from Blak artists like Debra Cheetham Fraillon and Allara.
Hold space for Blak futures now.
Limited seats available, book your tickets now at <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/blakandbright.com.au__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!CjY9qwAL36FJQ1_a4vYVgSyqaeYTrB7Oqpnmgs9x7q0zkf8D4g6wZxLPmGuWF32611ZNicxFoNZHIdmq4st6BMSztlYFpQ$">blakandbright.com.au</a>. In partnership with Fed Square &amp; Songlines &amp; Victorian Women's Trust.
Vision Australia Radio is proud to promote Blak and Bright 2024.

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Featuring interview highlights, bonus content and more from across Vision Australia Radio.

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Vision Australia Radio Interview Highlights shares a range of discussions initially broadcasted on our print disability radio network. Vision Australia Radio podcasts are accessible on all major podcast apps.
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Blak & Bright First Nations Literary Festival: Interview with Jane Harrison

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Sam catches up with music therapist Emily Shanahan, 12 months after their previous conversation when, at the time, the fate of music therapies on the NDIS was front and centre of political debate.

Fortunately thanks to tireless advocacy from music therapists and testimonies from clients both past and present, the role of music therapy in the NDIS has stabilised somewhat, however challenges still remain.

Hear from Emily as she tells us about the last 12 months in the music therapy space, what people can expect in 2026 from the sector and what improvements she and other music therapists would like to see regarding the place of music therapies for clients with disabilities.

Sam catches up with music therapist Emily Shanahan, 12 months after their previous conversation when, at the time, the fate of music therapies on the NDIS was front and centre of political debate.
Fortunately thanks to tireless advocacy from music therapists and testimonies from clients both past and present, the role of music therapy in the NDIS has stabilised somewhat, however challenges still remain.
Hear from Emily as she tells us about the last 12 months in the music therapy space, what people can expect in 2026 from the sector and what improvements she and other music therapists would like to see regarding the place of music therapies for clients with disabilities.

Interview Highlight: Emily Shanahan

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As the 2026 South Australian state election is coming up, Mac Bollella, from the Electoral Commission of South Australia, shares news with Peter Greco on what's available for telephone assisted voting.

More info: Electoral Commission South Australia 

or call: 1300 951 579

As the 2026 South Australian state election is coming up, Mac Bollella, from the Electoral Commission of South Australia, shares news with Peter Greco on what's available for telephone assisted voting.
More info: <a href="https://www.ecsa.sa.gov.au/">Electoral Commission South Australia </a>
or call: 1300 951 579

Interview Highlight: Mac Bollella - 2026 SA State Election

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Storytelling is about connecting, preserving and sharing and empowering.

In the era of ChatGPT, real stories may be more important than ever.

This conversation between friends and colleagues, Chemutai Glasheen and Yirga Gelaw Woldeyes offers an opportunity for audiences to gain insight into the significance of the oral storytelling traditions of their respective cultures and how these traditions have informed the evolution of their written work.  ‘Hope’ is also a common theme shared by both writers and Chemutai and Yirga will reflect on the relevance of hope in their writing.

Presented in association with the WA Maritime Museum

Vision Australia Radio is a proud media sponsor of Totally Lit Festival. This event was recorded live in September 2025.

Storytelling is about connecting, preserving and sharing and empowering.
In the era of ChatGPT, real stories may be more important than ever.
This conversation between friends and colleagues, Chemutai Glasheen and Yirga Gelaw Woldeyes offers an opportunity for audiences to gain insight into the significance of the oral storytelling traditions of their respective cultures and how these traditions have informed the evolution of their written work.&nbsp; &lsquo;Hope&rsquo; is also a common theme shared by both writers and Chemutai and Yirga will reflect on the relevance of hope in their writing.
Presented in association with the WA Maritime Museum
Vision Australia Radio is a proud media sponsor of Totally Lit Festival. This event was recorded live in September 2025.

Totally Lit - Word of Mouth - Home and Hope

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Blak & Bright First Nations Literary Festival: Interview with Jane Harrison

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