Australian Highlights
Australian Highlights
Podcast Description
The Australian Highlights series is the place where we find the innovative people and ideas which are not – yet! – common knowledge. Hosted by Rachel Rayner, Science Explainer, this series takes the form of regular podcast episodes and online articles where we explore the captivating stories behind Australia's most groundbreaking creative moments. With a focus on game-changing women and Indigenous trailblazers, this collection of interviews, explainers and articles shines a light on the ingenuity and diversity that propel Australia forward.We’ll hear from people themselves doing amazing work; industry leaders that have been inspired by innovators from our past; and those who are enabling people to step forward and be spotlighted themselves. It's a lot of fun, as we've got comedians hearing these amazing stories for the first time! There will bonus episodes of snippets and stories that didn't make it into the full interviews and there will be regular catch-ups where you can hear a rapporteur account of previous episodes.So come join us. Head to our website for more information, australianhighlights.com.au, follow us on our socials, or send us an email if you know someone who should be highlighted on this show: [email protected] production of this series is funding by the Meta Australian Journalism Fund, administered by The Walkley Foundation, and is supported by Comedy Victoria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The series centers around themes of innovation and creativity in Australia, spotlighting game-changing women and Indigenous innovators. It includes episodes on topics such as Indigenous Knowledge technology by Mik Jade, the historical achievements of the McDonagh sisters in early film, and community engagement through digital mediums. Specific episodes reveal the transformative impact of technology on heritage and arts culture.
The Australian Highlights series is the place where we find the innovative people and ideas which are not – yet! – common knowledge.
Hosted by Rachel Rayner, Science Explainer, this series takes the form of regular podcast episodes and online articles where we explore the captivating stories behind Australia’s groundbreaking creative moments. With a focus on game-changing women and Indigenous trailblazers, this collection of interviews, explainers and articles shines a light on the ingenuity and diversity that propel Australia forward.
We’ll hear from people themselves doing amazing work; industry leaders that have been inspired by innovators from our past; and those who are enabling people to step forward and be spotlighted themselves. It’s a lot of fun, as we’ve got comedians hearing these amazing stories for the first time!
There will bonus episodes of snippets and stories that didn’t make it into the full interviews and there will be regular catch-ups where you can hear a rapporteur account of previous episodes.
So come join us. Head to our website for more information, australianhighlights.com.au, follow us on our socials, or send us an email if you know someone who should be highlighted on this show: [email protected]
The production of this series is funding by the Meta Australian Journalism Fund, administered by The Walkley Foundation, and is supported by Comedy Victoria.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Innovation in Australia has been happening for tens of thousands of years.
Professor Lynette Russell is the co-author of Innovation: Knowledge and Ingenuity, which is part of the First Knowledges series.
In conversation with comedian Luke Morris and host Rachel Rayner, we explore the rich history and innovations of Indigenous Australians, particularly in the areas of language, trade, land management, and technology. We discuss how Western historical narratives have often overlooked or dismissed the sophistication and ingenuity of Indigenous societies, and how recent research is finally bringing this all to light.
Lynette shares her story of becoming an anthropological historian rather than an archaeologist, and her current line of research into trade relations between Australia and Indonesia thousands of years ago, while Luke spends much of the episode aghast at how little he knew of all this.
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Credits
Producer: Rachel Rayner, Science Explainer
Guests: Professor Lynette Russell AM, Luke Morris
Music: Michelle Cashman
Editing: Graham Hunter
Made possible through Meta Australia Journalism Fund, administered by the Walkley Foundation, with support from Comedy Victoria.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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