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Blak Matters
Blak Matters
An inclusive, authentic exploration of First Nations issues from a First Nations perspective. Delivered as an honest but positive conversation between friends, MC & Teela Reid, in under 20 minutes.
Season 1
Why it's time for reckoning instead of reconciliation
Reconciliation Week calls on all Australians to reflect on First Nations' history and how we can improve for the future. Yet as another Reconciliation Week comes to a close, the question begs, where do tea and scones get us on the pathway to recognising the impact of colonisation on First Nations Peoples? This week on Blak Matters, Teela and MC tackle whether 'reconciliation' is the word that we should be using, or if 'reckoning' - both as a country and as individuals, could be more effective.
Why it's time for reckoning instead of reconciliation
Reconciliation Week calls on all Australians to reflect on First Nations' history and how we can improve for the future. Yet as another Reconciliation Week comes to a close, the question begs, where do tea and scones get us on the pathway to recognising the impact of colonisation on First Nations Peoples? This week on Blak Matters, Teela and MC tackle whether 'reconciliation' is the word that we should be using, or if 'reckoning' - both as a country and as individuals, could be more effective.
18:03
EP06 - S1
7 Jun 23
Has Stan Grant reminded Australia that it's racist?
The last two weeks have seen torrents of media commentary following journalist Stan Grant's decision to step down as host of ABC's Q+A, due to racist remarks and online threats to him and his family. In this episode of Blak Matters, Teela and MC talk about the treatment of First Nations people who live in the public eye, and the racism they are exposed to. How has this space changed over time - is Australia getting better or worse, and how has social media exacerbated the situation?
Has Stan Grant reminded Australia that it's racist?
The last two weeks have seen torrents of media commentary following journalist Stan Grant's decision to step down as host of ABC's Q+A, due to racist remarks and online threats to him and his family. In this episode of Blak Matters, Teela and MC talk about the treatment of First Nations people who live in the public eye, and the racism they are exposed to. How has this space changed over time - is Australia getting better or worse, and how has social media exacerbated the situation?
18:20
EP05 - S1
31 May 23
Treaties, parliaments, Voice: how do we compare to the rest of the world?
How does the rest of the world compare to Australia in its treatment of Indigenous Peoples, and how did treaties and other agreements shape those relationships going forward? In this episode of Blak Matters, Teela and MC discuss what other countries have done to give power to their Indigenous Peoples, and how a Voice to parliament is a step towards improving the situation for First Nations in Australia.
Treaties, parliaments, Voice: how do we compare to the rest of the world?
How does the rest of the world compare to Australia in its treatment of Indigenous Peoples, and how did treaties and other agreements shape those relationships going forward? In this episode of Blak Matters, Teela and MC discuss what other countries have done to give power to their Indigenous Peoples, and how a Voice to parliament is a step towards improving the situation for First Nations in Australia.
16:11
EP04 - S1
24 May 23
Why should I Acknowledge Country?
From your morning meeting to your shopping receipt, suddenly it seems everyone is acknowledging Country. In this episode of Blak Matters, Teela and MC break down the history of Acknowledgment of Country, its meaning, and how to do one with respect and purpose.
Why should I Acknowledge Country?
From your morning meeting to your shopping receipt, suddenly it seems everyone is acknowledging Country. In this episode of Blak Matters, Teela and MC break down the history of Acknowledgment of Country, its meaning, and how to do one with respect and purpose.
15:50
EP03 - S1
17 May 23
The Voice and political compromises
What do you need to win a referendum? In this episode of Blak Matters, Teela and MC break down the wording of the question that will be put to voters at the end of the year, and the political compromises already taking place.
The Voice and political compromises
What do you need to win a referendum? In this episode of Blak Matters, Teela and MC break down the wording of the question that will be put to voters at the end of the year, and the political compromises already taking place.
19:52
EP02 - S1
10 May 23
Who we are, and why Blak Matters
What is the Uluru Statement from the Heart, and how has it led us to a referendum on the Voice? In this first episode of Blak Matters, hosts Teela Reid and MC explore what the Uluru Statement from the Heart really means, and their shared history of growing up in a town of 3,000 people in regional Australia.
Who we are, and why Blak Matters
What is the Uluru Statement from the Heart, and how has it led us to a referendum on the Voice? In this first episode of Blak Matters, hosts Teela Reid and MC explore what the Uluru Statement from the Heart really means, and their shared history of growing up in a town of 3,000 people in regional Australia.
15:12
EP01 - S1
10 May 23
Blak Matters - Trailer
Blak Matters is a weekly podcast exploring all First Nations matters, and why they matter. Hosted with Michael "MC" Christian from the Hit Network and his long-time friend, Teela Reid - Wiradjuri/Weilwan woman, renowned land rights litigation lawyer and advocate for First Nations Peoples. With the upcoming referendum on the Indigenous Voice to parliament, we are a friendly space for all Australians to become more informed on what has led us to this point, what the Voice means, and what it could change for the future of Australia.
Blak Matters - Trailer
Blak Matters is a weekly podcast exploring all First Nations matters, and why they matter. Hosted with Michael "MC" Christian from the Hit Network and his long-time friend, Teela Reid - Wiradjuri/Weilwan woman, renowned land rights litigation lawyer and advocate for First Nations Peoples. With the upcoming referendum on the Indigenous Voice to parliament, we are a friendly space for all Australians to become more informed on what has led us to this point, what the Voice means, and what it could change for the future of Australia.
03:29
8 May 23
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