
The Swanston Explainer
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A podcast by RMIT Journalism students, unpacking the news important to Australians. Released in collaboration with The Swanson Gazette, a student-run independent media organization.
The Swanston Explainer
1M ago
Anecdotal stories of botched cosmetic procedures have periodically appeared in the news. Why is this issue coming to a head now? Tune in with Gabrielle Petracca and Jemina Nuredini to hear more. Series produced by Benita Miciulis and Rebecca Kazmierczak ..read more
The Swanston Explainer
4M ago
Anecdotal stories of botched cosmetic procedures have periodically appeared in the news. Why is this issue coming to a head now? Tune in with Gabrielle Petracca and Jemina Nuredini to hear more. Series produced by Benita Miciulis and Rebecca Kazmierczak ..read more
The Swanston Explainer
4M ago
The AFL does not pay corporate tax under an exemption clause dating back to 1936. Is this outdated in our commercialised era of sport ..read more
The Swanston Explainer
5M ago
Host Alana Fernandez speaks to reporter Cody Fowler about the uncertain future of Myanmar ..read more
The Swanston Explainer
10M ago
Before Covid-19, Australian music was experiencing an extraordinary growth with a pipeline of talent coming from across the nation. The 2022 federal election provides a unique opportunity for Australian music to pick up from where it left off. It is an opportunity to learn from the Pandemic and build a better, more sustainable, innovative cultural asset , supporting the local artists while fostering new waves of talent and driving the changes to global music industry. By Ben Astell and Yiran Xue Series Producer India Curtain ..read more
The Swanston Explainer
10M ago
COVID-19 introduced widespread effects, including on Australia's mental health; its impact felt through the effectiveness of mental health services during the pandemic. In our podcast, we explore the support provided to Australians during and after the pandemic, and how each party propose to strengthen our mental health system. By Ethan Benedicto, Jade Egan and Rochelle Putnikovic Series Producer Sienna Taylor-Gibson ..read more
The Swanston Explainer
10M ago
In the third year of the pandemic, and with an election on the horizon, the safety of aged care services has grown increasingly polarising. With both major parties reacting to the findings of the Royal Commission, and the vulnerability of Australia's elderly under COVID-19, the safety of our seniors may decide the future of the state's leadership. We talk with experts and analysts at the center of the crisis for their insight on how the partisan responses to aged care safety has rippled through the latest election period. By Tiarna Condren, Tom Cutbush and James Dowling Series Producer I ..read more
The Swanston Explainer
10M ago
Originally a 2019 election commitment, passing a religious discrimination bill proved impossible for the last parliament. Controversy and criticism from all sides ultimately saw the last attempt at a bill crucified in February this year. Now, Scott Morrison has resurrected the bill in the last fortnight of the election campaign, making a renewed commitment to faith leaders. But while Anthony Albanese also supports a bill, he says concerns remain around protections for LGBTQ youth.
We spoke to Chris Duke, Convenor of the Presbyterian Church of Victoria’s Church & Nation Co ..read more
The Swanston Explainer
10M ago
The floods, fires and droughts that are fuelled by climate change are affecting the livelihoods of farming families and damaging supply chains. On the other hand however, farming is a major contributor to fossil fuels in our atmosphere. Exploring what the future of climate-friendly farming looks like involves many moving factors and as the globe requires decisive action. As rural communities head to the polls, what can we do as a nation to expedite that outcome? By Bree Mcrae, Rafael Gerster and Ruby Littler Series Producer Alyssa Forato ..read more
The Swanston Explainer
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The Uluru Statement was gifted to the Australian people as a way for them to vote on giving First Nations Australians a constitutionally enshrined voice in Parliament. That was in 2017 - half a decade on and we still haven't seen the Uluru Statement's goal achieved. We sat down with activist Thomas Mayor to discuss his role with the sacred canvas and what the post-election future might look like for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Host: Zoe De Koning Reporter: Patrick Doyle Producer: Joshua Zawa Series Producer + Editor: Harper Pestinger ..read more