Best Kith Kin Podcasts (2025)

Symmetry is all around us. Since the time of the ancient Greeks, from the legend of Pythagoras through to Galileo and Descartes, it has been theorised through science and embodied through music. But how are the creative arts responding to symmetry today? Can the concept help communities to flourish, enriching them through the arts whilst educating …

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Voices that First Nations young people can trust 54:05

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Two of the biggest advocates for young people and children highlights issues, from Juvenile justice to childcare reform, what is working and what needs to change?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Rewriting OUR history: Using film to expose our hidden histories 54:06

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Bringing to light stories that have been in the background of our history books.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-11-26 "The Soul of an Octopus" Rev. Russ Legear

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2025-11-16 "Opinion, Fact, or Truth" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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Creative Writing and Apocalyptic Futures 50:08

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How do we live in an age of uncertain futures? Can we reconcile the different strategies people deploy to future-proof their lives, from the billionaires building bunkers through to prepper subcultures and sovereign citizens? And might the creative arts, if not answer these questions, provide a way into thinking through these questions, to help us …

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Truth Telling in our sporting communities 54:05

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Taking a look at the ABC doco End Game and how big organisations can support First Nations players and leaders, standing up against racism in sport.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Gone But Not Forgotten: Still Seeking Justice 54:05

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Larissa talks with journalist Lorena Allam and author Angie Faye Martin about the intersection between fact and fiction in Martin’s debut novel 'Melaleuca'.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-11-09 "Beneath the Surface" Rev Russ Legear

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Honoring the Black Thinkers who shaped Chelsea Watego 54:05

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Munanjahli and South Sea Islander woman, Professor Chelsea Watego, talks about her new book 'Black Thoughts Matter', and owning your own narrative as a First Nations academic.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-11-02 "Decoding Unlikability" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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The Homecoming of 'kith and kin' 54:05

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Archie Moore's award winning work 'kith and kin' comes home to Brisbane. Larissa speaks with journalist David Marr and Writer Cheryl Levy examining the impact of tracing his family history through archives and coronial records, and how that reflected kinship and connection.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-10-26 "Generosity As A Legacy" Rev. Russ Legear

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Click for AudioBy Edward Viljoen

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2025-10-19 "The Economy of Generosity" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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Djon Mundine: "A Mirror Of Possibility" 54:05

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Artist, curator and storyteller Uncle Djon Mundine, a fierce custodian of truth talks about career using his work to form a bridge between contemporary art and traditional Aboriginal knowledge systems.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-10-12 "The Science of Generosity" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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The Disappeared Peoples Project 54:06

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Ginny Jones and Dr Amy McQuire, talk about how they started the Disappeared Peoples Project - supporting Aboriginal families in finding their disappeared loved ones.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Creation and Curation: Archie Moore's kith and kin 55:56

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Archie Moore's kith and kin took the 2024 Venice Biennale by storm, winning Australia its very first Golden Lion for best national participation. The exhibition, curated by Ellie Buttrose, involved Moore turning the Australia Pavilion into an immersive genealogical history, with his chalk-drawn family tree covering the walls and ceiling of the venu…

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Examining the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 54:05

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Tony McAvoy joins me to discuss the Racial Discrimination Act and how it has impacted First Nations peoples, 50 years since it was enacted.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-10-05 "Generosity as a Creative Force" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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Putting Mervyn Bishop in focus 54:06

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2025-09-28 "Mission Possible" Rev. Russ Legear

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2025-09-21 "Elevation of Awareness" Rev. Tara Steele

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An Olympics to remember 54:06

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It’s been 25 years since Sydney hosted the Olympic Games. And the Opening Ceremony's 8 minute section called Awakening showcased First Nations culture in ways that had never been seen before. To mark the anniversary Rhoda Roberts, Stephen Page and Todd Condie reflect on the significance of the 2000 Olympics, and how they helped change the perceptio…

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Taking back First Nations archival history 54:06

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Looking into institutions of knowledge, using archives and data to help decolonise place like galleries, libraries and museums.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-09-14 "The Purpose That Surpasses All" Rev. Joyce Duffala

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Mathematics and revitalising Gamilaraay kinship systems 54:06

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Author and academic JM Field on how his mathematical insights offer a framework for revitalising Gamilaraay kinship systems.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-09-07 "What's the Point Anyway?" Rev. Ruth Barnhart

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2025-08-31 "The Power of Acceptance" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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Theatre as Ceremony, protest and cultural affirmation 54:06

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Wesley Enoch on continuing to open doors for First Nations creatives and their stories.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How Indigenous fashion intersects with social movements 54:05

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From the Day of Mourning in 1938 to Blak Lives Matter in 2019, researcher Treena Clark reflects on the interwoven history of Indigenous fashion and social movements.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-08-24 "The Power of Compersion" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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2025-08-17 "The Power of Compassion" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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Disrupting Indigenous stereotypes 54:06

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Phillipa McDermott is known for creating cultural change in large organisations and integrating Indigenous views into high-level strategic decisions.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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A coalescence of hope and destiny 54:05

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Tanya Hosch is a champion for social justice and a staunch campaigner for the empowerment of First Nation’s people.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-08-10 "The Power of Sharing Happiness"

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Supply Nation's CEO Kate Russell on buying Blak 54:05

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Kate Russell is the CEO of the not-for-profit organisation Supply Nation which brings together verified Indigenous businesses through a searchable database. Kate joins Larissa Behrendt to discuss leadership, Indigenous business, and meeting Kamala Harris.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-08-03 "Not LIke Human Love" Rev Russ Legear

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Centring First Nations voices in family violence prevention 54:05

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Regan Mitchell is a fierce advocate for the prevention of family and gendered violence, having worked on both the front-line and the policy level. She discusses her new role with Our Watch and how she hopes to put out fires before they start, and what it means to be a ‘tell-able’ person.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-07-27 "Depths and Boundaries" Rev. Siota Belle

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2025-07-20 "Unlearning for Liberation" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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Decolonising academia with Professor Eddie Cubillo 54:06

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Professor Eddie Cubillo, a truth teller connecting ancient and modern law, discusses his journey to decolonise academic institutions and his win at the National NAIDOC Awards.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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NAIDOC Elders of the Year continue to pave the way 54:05

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Celebrate the immense contributions that the National NAIDOC Elders of the Year Uncle Phillip Harry Hall and Aunty Rosalie Kickett have made in their communities.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-07-13 "Embracing Personal Power" Rev. Russ Legear

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Carrying NAIDOC Week into tomorrow 54:05

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In honour of NAIDOC Week's theme The Next Generation, Jenaya Gibbs-Muir introduces four young First Nations leaders: Professor Braden Hill, fashion designer Juanita Page, entrepreneur Kaylene Langford, and filmmaker Keiran Satour.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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2025-07-06 "Honoring the Current" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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Dr Rachael Maza on the power of Blak theatre 54:05

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Whether she’s treading the boards herself, directing the show or sharing her deep dramaturgical knowledge, Dr Rachael Maza’s voice has echoed across stages in small community halls and the world's most prestigious theatres alike. The theatre is where she delivers uncompromising truths — our stories, our way, for our mob. Today, Rachael reflects on …

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2025-06-29 "A Legacy of Love" Dr. Edward Viljoen

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