Best Naidoc Podcasts (2025)

Jerusalem is one of the most fraught cities on earth. It's a city that has broken the hearts, yet also inspired the hopes, of millions around the world. In the midst of conflict in and around a city that means so much to so many, how does one work for peace?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: With Jagdeep Singh – Why AI is a Game Changer for the Community Sector 38:30

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“It’s a little bit mind blowing!” says Nicky in this vital episode as she talks Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Jagdeep Singh, Emerging Technologies and Innovation Specialist. Jagdeep and Nicky take a much-needed look at the “big gap” that exists between the use of AI in the workplace and the boardroom and the guardrails, the guidance and the pol…

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How Organizations Can Fast-Track AI, Agility & Build the Workforce of the Future 25:14

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In this episode of The Backlog, host Laura Scott is joined by Alex Rebkowski to introduce ADAPTOVATE’s new vertical: Capability Uplift. They dive into our training and coaching offerings—focusing on how organizations can scale both AI and Agility to transform the way they work and deliver impact.Learn more at https://www.adaptovate.com/training-by-…

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Chronic pain and speech pathology: what’s our role? S7E32 56:48

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In this week’s episode, Asta Fung discusses her soon to be completed PhD research about applying our skills to breathing interventions to offer relief to people experiencing chronic pain. Asta discusses how she became interested in breathing interventions and recognised the skills speech pathologists can bring to this area of emerging speech pathol…

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‘Revolt She Said’ with Louise Lever and ‘Kangaroo’ with Kate Woods 51:09

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For this episode we turned the spotlight on two local female directors in line with a special cinema event coming to the Victorian Pride Centre for one and the latest release for the other which is coming to a cinema near you soon. First up we took a look at ‘Revolt She Said’, a feature documentary that interrogates ideas about contemporary feminis…

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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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Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint 54:04

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The world is due to have its very first millennial saint — Carlo Acutis, the 'saint in sneakers' who died at the age of 15 in 2006. He's usually depicted holding a phone or laptop, and his cause for sainthood blends the medieval and mystical with the hyper modern.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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‘Went Up the Hill’ with special guest Samuel Van Grinsven 46:33

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For this episode, we took a deep dive into ‘Went Up the Hill’, the latest film from Samuel Van Grinsven that stars Vicky Krieps and Dacre Montgomery which has been appearing at festivals around the world and will be in Aussie cinemas from September 11. This haunting, original tale of grief and possession set in remote New Zealand. The film follows …

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Functional Dysphagia S7E31 1:08:32

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In this week’s episode, we speak with Associate Professor Anna Miles and Adjunct Associate Professor Jan Baker about functional dysphagia. Jan and Anna talk about the research from FND that they have drawn on to create a biopsychosocial framework for supporting people with functional dysphagia. Resources:  Read Anna and Jan’s article here: Miles, A…

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Episode 5: Indigenous Literacy Day and a reading of I Saw We Saw 6:14

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In this episode of Kids, Culture, Community – SNAICC Yarns, we celebrate Indigenous Literacy Day — a national day that honours the rich stories, cultures, and languages of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year’s theme, Strength in Our Stories – For Now and Future Generations, is a reminder that languages and cultures are alive, s…

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DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT: With Karen Burdett – Shifting the dial on employment inclusion 37:15

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On this important episode of Community Matters Nicky talks with Karen Burdett, CEO of Greenacres Disability Services, and dives into the benefits of employment inclusion and the challenges we face today as a result of Australia not keeping pace with the OECD levels of employment for people with disability. Just reaching OECD averages on disability …

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The price of being a female whistleblower | Camp Sovereignty attacked | Eyewitness accounts of 'Australia First' rally counterprotesters |

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Warning that this episode of Doin' Time contains audio images of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have died, and graphic discussion of deaths in custody.First up on the show we will bring you an interview with Anneliese Cooper, Acting Senior Lawyer at the Human Rights Law Centre, who will discuss a new report showing the price women…

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Glenn Barry on Healing, Culture & Connection | Yarns Episode 16 1:33:32

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In this heartfelt episode of Yarns with Linda and Preston, the hosts sit down with special guest Glenn Barry to share stories of culture, resilience, and healing. Glenn opens up about his personal journey, what it means to walk proudly in culture while navigating modern challenges, and the importance of connection to community and Country. Together…

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EP#146: Thinking smarter: Evidence, bias and better public decisions 50:27

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How do public servants make smart decisions when time is short and the stakes are high? In this episode, host David Pembroke is joined by two leading experts in organisational decision-making: Eric Barends, Managing Director of the Centre for Evidence-Based Management, and Alessandra Capezio, Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour at the A…

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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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Big Questions in Books – The Mahabharata and its epic afterlives 54:04

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In this fast-paced world where so much of our attention is focused on the now, why do complex ancient texts still speak to us? Soul Search explores the multigenerational epic, the Mahabharata.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Impact through communication about dysphagia S7E30 23:44

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In this Speech Pathology Week episode, Dr Debbie Pu from Monash University discusses how we can have “Impact through communication” about dysphagia awareness. She discusses what different stakeholders understand about swallowing difficulties, how public awareness can support people living with dysphagia to enjoy safe meals, and how speech pathologi…

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Audio from the Defend Dissent Rally | Keiran Stewart-Assheton on treaty and Indigenous deaths in custody |

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This episode of Doin' Time contains audio images of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have died, and graphic discussion of deaths in custody. On the Doin' Time show today Marisa played some live coverage audio from the 12 August Defend and Dissent Rally, featuring an interview that she did with David Glanz from the Refugee Action Col…

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Financial literacy educator, Nyssa Millington 59:46

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Nyssa Millington is an accredited financial counsellor with experience providing crisis services and a great interest in the potential good of broader financial education services and consumer advocacy. Nyssa has an interesting vocational history from studying and working in computer programming followed by a range of business support services thro…

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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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Leonie Kelsall & Matt Rogers 1:04:52

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On Book Matters today Janine chats to Adelaide writer Leonie Kelsall. We chat about her latest rural fiction novel, The path through the Coojong trees. We also talk about her writing and why she also writes under a pseudonym Courtney then chats to Victorian crime writer Matt Rogers who has self published 36 novels and how he has transitioned to bei…

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The surprising role of grass in shaping who we are 54:03

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It’s a big thought — that our story as a species is partly to do with grass. But it turns out that grasses and grasslands can play a surprising role in moulding who we are. How do we restore our relationship with native grasses, and what are some of the threats from introduced grasses like buffel?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Rebroadcast: Using minimal pairs S7E29 42:51

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From time to time Speak Up will rebroadcast previous episodes and invite speech pathologists to offer their reflections on the episode. This week Rebecca O’Neill (she/her), a Conference Support Fund Awardee reflects on her learning from Rebecca Reinking (she/her), both in this episode and at her conference presentation.Rebecca Reinking is a paediat…

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SEXUAL HEALTH: With Tracy Lumb – It’s time to talk about Sexual Choking 35:27

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Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual violence and disturbing content that may be upsetting or triggering for some listeners. Please use your discretion when deciding whether to continue listening. If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, resources and support are available and listed at the bottom of …

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Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025 with special guest Onir for ‘We Are Faheem and Karun’ 50:47

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For this Out Takes, we welcomed the return of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne that promises ‘More Cinema, More Culture, More Celebration’ featuring an inclusive Pride event this August. We began by reviewing ‘We Are Faheem and Karun’, the latest film from celebrated gay Indian filmmaker Onir. This beautiful and unique tale is the first ever q…

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Fran Grant returns for a vocational chat 56:43

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Fran Grant is a Yuin woman, educator, and advocate with vocational experiences as an early childhood educator and classroom teacher and frontline roles in the airline industry. During her time in the airline industry Fran was Chair of Daramu, QANTAS' Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employee network.…

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Out Takes Extra: Addison Heimann for ‘Touch Me’ 24:18

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The Melbourne International Film Festival not only allows us to explore over 250 films during its run but we also get to meet some of the people behind them who have travelled from around the world to come to Australia to present their films to local audiences. One of these special guests in 2025 was Addison Heimann, a California based queer filmma…

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Anthony Minichiello on habits, setbacks, and the journey from Roosters captain to business leader. 19:16

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Anthony Minichiello’s journey goes far beyond rugby league. From captaining the Roosters and winning premierships to building MiniFit, he’s carried the same habits of discipline, resilience, and teamwork into business. In this episode of The Backlog Podcast, he shares how setbacks shaped his career, the routines that drive his performance, and the …

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EP#145: Voices beyond the ballot: How letters shape Australian politics 29:27

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Have you ever written to a politician? What did you hope to achieve? In this episode of Work with Purpose, guest host Andrew Metcalfe AO FIPAA explores the power of personal correspondence in shaping Australia's political landscape. With around 150,000 letters and emails received annually by the Prime Minister, new research is shedding light on how…

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Episode 4: Celebrating culture, language & Children's Day on Gumbaynggirr Country with Aunty Julie Carey and Clark Webb 33:02

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In this episode of Kids, Culture, Community – SNAICC Yarns, SNAICC CEO Catherine Liddle is on Gumbaynggirr Country on location at Kulai Preschool, where the community has gathered to celebrate National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day on 4 August. Catherine sits down with Gumbaynggirr and Bundjalung woman Aunty Julie Carey, who …

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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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A Palestinian doctor in Israel, on treating the human being 49:45

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What does it take to be a good doctor in an us-and-them struggle? Dr Lina Qasem Hassan is a Palestinian doctor in Israel and head of the Israeli NGO, Physicians for Human Rights. What’s it like to be a Palestinian doctor in Israel, and what do health services even look like in Gaza right now?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Cybersecurity for speech pathology practices S7E28 35:41

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In this week’s episode we speak with Dr David Lacey, CEO of IDCARE about cybersecurity for practices offering speech pathology and other allied health services. We discuss how threat actors gain access to data, how to manage data breaches, and steps that workplaces can take to prevent them.Resources: IDCARE – Services for small businesses: https://…

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Lesbian Space Princess, Freakier Friday and Queer Screen Film Festival with Benson Wu and Andrew Wilkie 54:10

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For this Out Takes, we reviewed two new films, one very queer and the other very camp, plus we celebrated the return of the Queer Screen Film Festival that is bringing fresh and diverse LGBTIQ+ cinema from around the world to Sydney from August 27 to 31. Our first review was for the highly anticipated and award winning ‘Lesbian Space Princess’ that…

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Introduction to Hurling, Richard Bromhead 45:35

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An introduction to the Irish sport hurling with Richard Bromhead aka Bromy who coaches a kids' team in Dublin. This conversation covers some of the history and contemporary culture of hurling and a discussion of the skills that are required to do well at hurling from an early age and beyond.By Christine Gallagher

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Anti-protest Bill and Bail Laws

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This episode of Doin' Time contains audio images of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have died, and graphic discussion of deaths in custody.First up on the show Marisa interviewed Farida Iqbal, Rally Organizer from the Defend Dissent Coalition, who spoke about an anti-protest Bill being introduced by the Allan Government in Victoria…

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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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Kelly Rimmer - Back to Chat 2025 22:24

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Welcome to Back to Chat, a special episode of Book Matters! On today’s special episode we are celebrating five years of Book Matters with a familiar and much-loved guest. That’s right—we’re bringing back one of our most popular authors for a return visit! Please join us as we catch up, see what’s new and dive into their stories—both on and off the …

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The science and spirituality of soil 54:04

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The Biblical phrase “from dust to dust” tells us humans were made from soil and shall return to it. And care of soil is a shared teaching among the major religions. Science too, tells us we’re connected. Yet it’s being degraded across the world, and there are warnings that 90 per cent of the planet's soil could be seriously damaged by 2050. Can we …

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Culturally responsive speech pathology S7E27 1:10:25

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This week’s episode is a panel from the SPA 2025 Conference about bias within the profession. Dr Vishnu Nair, Professor Betty Yu and Associate Professor Sarah Verdon discuss the history of our field’s alignment with medical approaches, and the subsequent bias particularly in relation to race, disability, and the intersection of disparities, with a …

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NDIS THERAPY PRICING: With Alice Lans – Why early intervention is an essential investment in a child’s future 25:34

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In this episode Nicky speaks with Alice Lans the CEO of Noah’s Inclusion Services to better understand how allied health disability services support functional outcomes for children with disability. Alice is a Speech Pathologist by training and now leads a dedicated team of allied health professionals, support workers and early childhood educators …

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MIFF 2025: ‘I’m The Most Racist Person I Know’, Chantal Akerman: Traces and ‘High Art’ 56:13

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We continue celebrating the return of the Melbourne International Film Festival this August with two special guests and a look at a wonderful homegrown queer short film, a retrospective from a revered Belgian auteur, and the return of a lesbian cult classic to the big screen that spotlights the heady heroin-chic days of the 90’s New York art scene.…

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KCRW Music Executive Producer, Ariana Morgenstern 32:53

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Ariana Morgenstern is Executive Producer of Music at radio station KCRW in Los Angeles where she leads the station's music curation and works on live events and other special projects. Joining KCRW as a volunteer in 1983, Ariana went on to become producer of the signature music program Morning Becomes Eclectic from 1984–2015. With a commitment to p…