Literati Glitterati: Miranda Darling's Latest Novel 'Thunderhead'
Mel is joined in the studios by writer and poet Miranda Darling to talk about her latest novel, Thunderhead (out now with Scribe). The two unpack the inner world of the main character…
Uncommon Sense: So, Who Owns The Moon Anyway?
Amy Mullins is joined by Professor of Philosophy A. C. Grayling for a deep examination of his new book, Who Owns The Moon? In Defence of Humanity’s Common Interests in Space.
With rare…
The Mission: Jill Gallagher on Why First Nations People Should Be Exempt from Land Tax and Stamp Duty
Esteemed Aboriginal Leader, Gunditjmara koins host of the Mission, Daniel James to talk about upcoming Treaty negotioations in Victoroa. She floats the idea of an exemption for First Nations people from paying land…
Banksia: Janty Blair on comedy practice and the Aboriginal Comedy All Stars
Proud Butchulla, Mununjhali and Woppaburra woman and comedian Janty Blair joined Vanessa Morris to talk all about their comedy practice and performing at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
After spending three decades as…
Banksia: Jay Wymarra on launching comedy show AmaJayus
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander comedian Jay Wymarra joined Vanessa Morris on Banksia to talk about debut solo comedy show AmaJayus.
Jay discussed developing AmaJayus, which included collaborating with composer Tegan…
Breakfasters: Dr Rachel Coghlan on the Stories & Experiences of Health Practitioners in Gaza
Dr Rachel Coghlan is a humanitarian and palliative care practitioner, researcher, and advocate. She joins the Breakfasters to talk about her PhD research on palliative care in Gaza, her experiences there, and her…
Future Perfect: Gregor’s Guardian Angels
Naarm-Melbourne pop oddity Gregor hops into studio with Dylan Bird to talk about creativity, song-writing processes, brand new single ‘Angels’ and the imminent release of his new album Satanic Lullabies on Chapter Music.
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Indigenuity: Discovering Australia’s Oldest Known Pottery At Jiigurru
Krystal is joined by Dingaal Clan member and Walmbaar Aboriginal Corporation Chairperson Kenneth McClean to talk about the exciting discovery of archaeological artefacts and pottery dating back over 2000s years on Jiigurru Island…
Frantic Items: Nia Archives The Emotional Junglist
With the release of her debut album Silence Is Loud, new wave junglist Nia Archives calls into Frantic Items from London. Having recently completed a sold out Australian tour, Nia defines the ideal…
The Score: What’s Up With Labor’s Controversial Deportation Bill?
Samira is joined by the ASRC’s Head of Systemic Change Jana Favero and human rights lawyer and refugee advocate Betia Shakiba to discuss the current climate of immigration and refugee politics in Australia.
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Spin Cycle: Opening Up About Vacant Homes With Jordan Van Den Berg
Jordan Van Den Berg (aka PurplePingers – the mastermind behind shitrentals.org) joins Spin Cycle to dive into his work on the housing crisis, rental rights being a citizen journalist.
Jordan also digs into…
Culture Suck(s): The Role of Adultification Bias In The Sean Combs (aka P. Diddy) Case
This week's cultural correspondent, Beź Zewdie (of Represented on 3RRR), talks us through the legal case against Sean Combs (aka P. Diddy), and how black victims are treated differently than white victims. Ever…
Banksia: RONA reflects on single 'Be My Medicine'
Kaytetye artist and DJ, RONA, joined Vanessa Morris on Banksia to talk all about latest single Be My Medicine.
RONA discussed the evolution of Be My Medicine over time from spending time on…
Breaking and Entering: The Cinematic Universe of MEMORIALS
MEMORIALS is the new band of Verity Susman (Electrelane) and Matthew Simms (Wire, Better Corners, It Hugs Back, UUUU). As a duo, their sound touches on the many points…
The Good, The Dub & The Global: Bringing Dakar, Bamako and Melbourne Together With Ausecuma Beats
Boubacar Gaye of Ausecuma Beats (that's Australia, Senegal, Cuba and Mali!), joins Systa BB in the studio to discuss the 9-piece band's third album Dakar Bamako. The album brings together a vision…
The International Pop Underground: Fabiana Palladino's Debut LP Was A Decade in the Making
When Fabiana Palladino was in Melbourne touring with Jai Paul —both playing in his backing band and as his support— she stopped by the RRR Studios to speak to The International Pop Underground's…
The Mission: Yoorrook Justice Commissioner Sue-Anne Hunter on the Victoria Government's Response to the Yoorrook for Justice Report
Wurundjeri woman and Yoorrook Justice Commissioner, Sue-Anne Hunter joins host of The Mission, Daniel James. The pair speak about the Victorian Government's formal repsonse to the Yoorrook for Justice Report and how…
Frantic Items: Sipping Milo With Gavsborg
Moments after finishing an ice cold glass of Milo in Auckland, Gavin Blair (aka Gavsborg) calls in to chat about his many current projects and first Australian tour. In the last year Blair…
Future Perfect: Jeff Sparrow Provides an Update on Israel-Gaza
Academic, journalist, author, and former Breakfasters host Jeff Sparrow, joins Dylan Bird for a much-needed update on the conflict in Gaza.
Jeff breaks both the local and Western response towards Israel following the…
Brutal Realms: The Enduring Legacy of Orange Goblin
UK stoner rock metal band ORANGE GOBLIN are returning to Australia for the first time in 11 years. Ahead of the tour, vocalist and band leader Ben Ward phoned into Brutal Realms to…