Our Voices From The Kimberley

In this episode I chat with Damien Parriman from Marlamanu PTY LTD to talk about the youth diversionary camp, Wala Kooral-bi Centre and get an update on how things are progressing. I also chat with Nick Espie from NATSILS to talk about the open letter addressed to our Prime Minister asking him to address important issue of youth incarceration.

In this episode I chat with Avelina Tarrago about protecting country, as her people have just recently succeed in getting protection for perpetuity. I also do a "flashback" interview with Damien Parriman talking about diversionary camps and programs for youth in the Kimberley.

In this episode I chat with Uncle Robbie Thorpe about Camp Sovereignty and hear how they are coping with recent incidents. I also chat with Renae Issacs-Guthridge about the Racism Inquiry and hear how she felts about it and what she hopes to see in the future

In this episode I chat with Elder Nora Cook about Wanparta Aboriginal Organisation gaining funding to protect heritage in the region. I also speak with National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner Katie Kiss about a "Fair Go" for First Nations people and also get here views on the National Racism Inquiry and the calls for a national Royal Commission into Racism. Also had a yarn with WA Children and Young People Commissioner Jacqueline McGowan Jones about International Youth Day and also about her upcoming visit to Derby to talk about the Early Learning Program.

In this episode I chat with Beck Lewis from Jumbunna Institute for Indigenous Education & Research to talk about the "Call It Out" register on racism. Beck explains the importance of the register and plans for the future.

In this episode I chat with Sen Lidia Thorpe about the Racism Inquiry and hear her concerns. I also chat with WA Commissioner for Children & Young People Jacqueline McGowan-Jones about the call for the NT govt to centre right of children in their new legislation, she shares the concerns with the current proposal.

In this episode I chat with the ladies from The Seed Mob Yisah and Nariah to talk about their work and the current road trip throughout the Kimberley to talk about protecting the Kimberley from fracking. They share information about a current survey they are doing and are having a film night showing the documentary "Fighting Giants" about the work to stop fracking in the Kimberley and to protect the Martawarra.

In this episode Jodi does a recap on past interviews with The Seed Mob and Environs Kimberley about their work protecting the Kimberley from Fracking and protecting the Martawarra (Fitzroy River).

In this episode I have a follow - up chat with Merv Eades to get his response to news article about "Black Cladding" in Australia. I also chat with Mischa Cartwright from Central Land Council to talk about 4 NT land councils teaming up to push for positive changes in NT, and to get support from the Federal Govt in relation to NT failing to meet closing the gap targets.

In this episode I share a replay of the interview with Merv Eades talking about Black Cladding. I also share the news from NAAJA regarding four former Don Dale detainees finally winning fairness for being tear gassed whilst in Don Dale. I also chat with Zahshua from the Goori Camp Embassy about what is happening there at the moment.

In this episode I chat with Uncle Robbie Thorpe about the progress of his Genocide court case and his future plans. I also speak with Dr Carol Dowling about her 'Foreward' she wrote for new book "The Legacy of British Slavery in Australia & New Zealand" and she shared how the book has been researched and compiled by historians to give a picture of slavery in Australia and New Zealand.

In this episode I chat with Dr Dan Hunt about his recent award at the WA Day Gala, he talks about what got him into medicine and the work he does. I also chat with Nathan McIvor and Brian Lee from Djarindjin Aboriginal Corporation and they talk about what they have been working towards in the community to make it more self sufficient and self empowered.

In this episode I chat with Andy Roberts NAAJA's Civil Lead, to chat about NT govt plan to change child protection policies and the concerns that the First Nations community has about this. I also chat with WA ALS CEO Wayne Nannup about reform for the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody and the lack of recommendations being implemented, we also talk about ALS offices in regional and remote area currently being closed and the negative impacts this may have on our mobs.

In this episode I chat with Dr Gary from the Kimberley Public Health Unit to talk about the issue of Diphtheria being in the Kimberley and what can be done to protect yourself. I also chat with Dr Raymond Kelly Chairperson of the NSW Aboriginal Land Council to talk about NSW govt plans to make amendments to the Crown Land legislation and how this would effect First Nations mob in NSW

In this episode I chat with George Hayden about the reburial of 'Baalang' on Wadjemup (Rottnest Island) and he explains that what the process was. I also speak with Joe Collard and he gives his views on Wadjemup.

In this episode I chat with Joe Collard about 'Black Cladding'. I play interview courtesy of Brad Shadforth and the Muddy Waters show, where he chatted with Alicia and Justin from the Injury Matters and Trauma Response crew about assistance that they can provide and workshops that they are currently doing. I also spoke with Andrew Gardiner about the Woi Wurrung people entering negotiations for their regional Treaty.

In this episode I chat with Mervyn Eades about "Black Cladding" and also about Wadjemup (Rottnest Island). I also speak with Dheran Young NT Deputy Leader of the Opposition to talk about the NT Aboriginal Affairs Framework and concerns that First Nations groups have about it.

In this episode I chat with Megan Krakouer about Aboriginal Deaths in Custody. I also chat with Ruth Langford about her fight to protect old growth forests in Tasmania. And I have a quick yarn with Stephen Nulgit about his grandfather serving in the Australian Army

In this week's episode I chat with Travis Lovett about the National Walk for Truth that he is about to commence, he shares why this is important. I also speak with George Hayden about the recent unearthing of human remains at Wadjemup (Rottnest Island). And I talk to Leah Umbagai about Garaan-ngaddim (Horizontal Falls) and the plans for cultural tourism.

In this episode I chat with Rod Dillon about plans for a new Tasmanian Aboriginal Heritage Act. I also chat with Deb Wilkes about her induction into the WA Women's Hall of Fame and she shares a bit about her life which has lead to that.

In this episode I chat with National Commissioner for Indigenous Children and Youth Sue-Ann Hunter about new legislative powers that have just been given to the role, she talks about what this will mean and how it will benefit the children. I also speak with 2026 WA Women's Hall of Fame inductee Rosemary Walley about her life/career and induction.

In this episode I chat with Professor Roz Walker, Snr Principal Research Fellow (Aboriginal Health) , Director of Coolamon Research and Advocacy Centre about her career/life and being inducted into the WA Women's Hall of Fame. I also chat with Karl Briscoe Close the Gap Co-Chair about close the gap and future implementation plans.

In this episode I chat with Jake Smith CEO of the Tasmanian ALS about the state govts plans to build a new Youth Detention Centre and how there are concerns from the First Nations community. I also speak to Elder Carol Petterson about her life and how it feels to be inducted into the WA Women's Hall of Fame for 2026

In this episode I chat with Northern Territory's Chancey Paech about the appointment of new NT Administrator and the concerns of the community with the CLP's choice. I also chat with Mala Haji-Ali the CEO of Broome Chamber of Commerce about her induction into the WA Women's Hall of Fame

In this episode I chat with WA Commissioner for Children and Young People Jacqueline McGowan-Jones about the recent conference in Boorloo (Perth) where the youth spoke about concerns and what assistance they need. I also had a yarn with Kitja women Kia Dowell the Chairperson of Gelganyem Limited, to talk about concerns that have been raised with Rio Tinto and State Govt about the handing back of Argyle Diamond Mine to Traditional Owners

In this episode I speak with Jason Bropho about the Northam reserve and the battle he and his father are facing in trying to keep the reserve for the Noongar community. I also chat with Dr Josie Douglas CEO from CLC about their current court case regarding the biggest water license granted in the NT, she talks of concerns Traditional Owners have with the cultural and environmental impacts this will have

In this episode I chat with Tegan Schefe a consultant of Best Practice in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Suicide Prevention, to talk about looking after social and emotional well-being after the attack at Boorloo (Perth) Rally on the 26th Jan. I also speak with Douglas Clinch about the South Australian Voice to Parliament, he shares where they are at the moment and what he hopes to achieve in the future.

In this episode I chat with Camilla Wolley from Circular Head Aboriginal Corporation about the remembrance they hold for Tunnerminnerwait a First Nations man who were taken from his home in Tasmania. Camilla shares the story of what happened to him. I also speak with Sen Lidia Thorpe about the motion she put to parliament regarding the bomb scare at the Rally in Boorloo (Perth) on the 26th Jan, she talks on the importance to fully acknowledge what happened. I also yarn with Stephen Hefner about Mamanar Language Reawakening Project he is doing, he talks about how they are bringing back the language of the region of Tasmania.

In this weeks episode Jodi had a yarn with Marty Sibosado Co-Chair of the Kimberley Aboriginal Regional Governance Group to talk about Indigenous Youth Suicide in the Kimberley and what the region has been doing to address the issue and also what he hopes happens in the future. I also chat with Lizzy Jarrett from the Blak Caucus in Sydney to talk about their 26th Jan Rally, which has permission to go ahead in light of new Anti-Protest Laws in NSW.

In this episode I chat with Prof Asha Bowen from the Kids Institute to talk about Strep A research in the Kimberley. I also talk to Ben Grimes CEO of North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) about the action they are taking to the High Court regarding NT Bail Laws, he explains why its important to make the case.

Jodi chats with Kimberley Wild about the Youth Justice Initiative and youth incarceration rates. Plus Susan Swain & Judith Hugo join the program to talk about their upcoming court case with the government regarding Murujuga & Woodside's extension. 

In this episode I chat with Isabella Brown about John Pat Memorial Day, and Isabella talks about what they did and what they would like to achieve next year to remember him and what his death in custody lead to. The Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody. I also chat with Prof Adrian Baddeley about Murujuga and how he feels that his study was misrepresented by the WA govt. I also speak with Les Turner CEO of Central Land Council in NT about how the changes to the Sacred Sites Act is already having a negative impact on cultural heritage.  

On this episode Jodi has a chat with Martin Pritchard from Environs Kimberley, talking about environmental concerns for the region. She also chats to Kimberley local, Brenton Mckenna, about his workshop in schools, his interest in comics and his own comic book series, "Hairy Holes"