Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. “To be a volunteer, you must be a special person. You must be that sort of person who are willing to give and not expect anything in return” - George Salloum. Today, we are honoured to share the extraordinary journey of Mr. George Salloum, businessman and 3ZZZ community radio station President. With over four decades of dedicated service, his impact with 3ZZZ station is genuinely remarkable. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. “It's keeping the communities connected, not let them feel depressed or neglected or forgotten. They're not forgotten people, so we have to speak to them in their language”-  Eugene O'Rourke OAM. Today, we have the privilege of speaking to Eugene O'Rourke, the convener of the Irish Broadcasting Group at 3ZZZ. Eugene's infectious passion for music and culture has been a cornerstone of the Irish community for decades, his journey is a testament to the power of community radio in preserving cultural heritage. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. “You need someone to start you off, otherwise it’s very hard” - Jacob Haweil. The Assyrian program is a tribute to more than three decades of devoted service to the diverse airwaves of Melbourne. This week we are joined by Jacob Haweil, a steadfast figure at 3ZZZ community Radio, who has led this program for over two decades. He recalls his journey, which spans continents, languages, and professions, to preserve the Assyrian culture in Australia. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. “It's not our program, it's their program. So, whatever they want, we give them, you know, to make everybody happy” – Paul Vella and Liz Phillips. This week, we speak with two dedicated volunteer broadcasters from the Maltese program on 3ZZZ community radio, Paul Vella and Liz Phillips. Both Liz and Paul will take us on a journey through the rich history of their program, their passion for preserving Maltese culture, and the deep sense of community they foster among their listeners. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. ” In media, you can be as free and independent as is the strength and budget for your legal department.”– Rajeev Arora. Today's journey will uncover another gem that has sparkled brightly for its community for many decades. Founded in the early 90s, the Indian program at 3ZZZ radio station has been a beacon of culture, connection, and communication for the Indian diaspora. The mastermind behind this initiative is Rajeev Arora. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. “You don't talk about diversity, but you show diversity” – Matoc Achol. Melbourne's busy streets and daily rhythms. There is a voice that brings a community's members together. Today we explore the inspiring journey of Matoc Achol, the Sudanese program convener and presenter at 3ZZZ Radio station. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. “A program with women only, not for women, but with women only” – Orietta Wheatley Today we are drawing the curtains to reveal the journey of Orietta Wheatley, a name synonymous with the Mauritian program and Women's World at 3ZZZ. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. “We are in fact a breeding ground for future top broadcasters” – Madkhul Sani Today we are highlighting some areas in the life of Madkhul Sani, a well-known volunteer broadcaster for Melbourne's Malaysian program on 3ZZZ Community Radio. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. “If you say I don't have time for something, that means you are not really keen on doing it” – Resmi Somasekeran Our special guest for today is Reshmi Somasekeran, the passionate host and convenor of the Malayalam Program at 3ZZZ. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. "Community radio is wonderful because we're reaching people in the language that they can speak" - Angela Maisano. Today we will explore some areas in Angelas Maisano's career journey. She has been a voice for the Italian program on 3ZZZ for over 33 years. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. "I can't understand you because you're eating half of the words" - Katie Georgiou. Katie Georgiou, a key figure in 3ZZZs Greek Cypriot program, joins me us today's episode. Katie has dedicated decades to broadcasting, training and bringing people together. Her work with 3ZZZ highlights her contribution to the Greek Cypriot community of Melbourne, and her dedication to preserving and sharing her rich cultural heritage through radio broadcasting and community service. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ highlights the impact that 3ZZZ broadcasters have made to their communities, increasing diversity in community media, benefits of multiculturalism, sacrifices made by new migrants in Australia, and benefits of volunteering in community radio. "Forget about your own experience in your back country and start from the beginning with a new vision to your future" - Dr Raouf Shafik Eid Today we're getting to know Dr Raouf Shafik Eid, a retired medical practitioner and a significant voice in the Egyptian program at 3ZZZ, Melbourne's vibrant multicultural community radio. He is one of the founding members and the Egyptian program convener. Radio for the Community! Spoken Histories From 3ZZZ is proudly supported by the Community Broadcasting Foundation.