Latest Ausrepublic Podcast Episodes
Dr Bronwyn Kelly on democracy
Talking Independence - October 09, 2023 06:23 - 23 minutesJoin us as we chat to Dr Bronwyn Kelly, founder of Australian Community Futures Planning, author and experienced strategic planner. Dr Kelly was an Honorary Professional Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney in the Institute for Public Policy and Governance from 2014 to 2021.
Professor Jenny Hocking on the Palace letters
Talking Independence - September 10, 2023 19:00 - 24 minutesJoin us as we speak to Professor Jenny Hocking: the woman who led and won the battle for the National Archives of Australia to release the “Palace letters” about the dismissal of Gough Whitlam in 1975. The letters not only revealed far more royal involvement in Australian politics than Professor ...
Craig Foster on the Voice to Parliament referendum
Talking Independence - August 09, 2023 23:46 - 14 minutesTune in to hear Craig Foster, Co-Chair of the ARM, as we talk through the Voice to Parliament referendum, catching up with multicultural community leaders and what we can do individually to further the republican cause.
Adam Spencer on an Australian republic
Talking Independence - August 02, 2023 00:25 - 20 minutesToday we speak to Adam Spencer: a comedian, writer and presenter. We all know him from Triple J, Good News Week and The Drum – but he's also a General Executive Member of the Australian Republic Movement’s National Committee.
Sandy Biar on his time with the ARM
Talking Independence - July 10, 2023 06:07 - 15 minutesJoin us as we say goodbye to Australian Republic Movement National Director & CEO, Sandy Biar, who over the last seven years has seen tremendous change in the Australian republic landscape nationally. We spoke to him before he wrapped up his work for the ARM - let's delve into what he's seen and ...
Wendy Le Cornu on the campaign in Tasmania
Talking Independence - May 29, 2023 01:31 - 15 minutesJoin us as we chat to Convenor for the Tasmanian Branch of the ARM, Wendy Le Cornu. Wendy takes us through what's been happening in Tasmania, welcoming new members and organising events. We also speak about the recent launch of the Parliamentary Friendship Group for an Australian Republic in the ...
Ruth McGowan on how women can help create a better Australia
Talking Independence - May 10, 2023 01:52 - 19 minutesToday we speak to the fabulous Ruth McGowan, a fierce advocator for women in politics. Ruth gives us her perspective on how women can shape successful movements for a better Australia.
Alita Brydon on how we can all get involved in the campaign
Talking Independence - April 06, 2023 02:00 - 16 minutesAlita Brydon is best known for her work on social media and as a viral content creator. She uses humour and storytelling to change culture using Facebook and Instagram. She is a freelance writer and spokesperson. Her goal is to empower people and grow communities using the internet. In this epi...
Andrew Fraser on what’s on the horizon for the sunshine state
Talking Independence - March 23, 2023 01:00 - 19 minutesAndrew Fraser is a former journalist who was Queensland bureau chief of a national newspaper and a member of the Federal Parliamentary Press Gallery during the Hawke-Keating era. He was a political adviser and speechwriter to several Queensland governments. Today he’s the ARM QLD Branch Convenor,...
Paulie Stewart on why it’s time to campaign for independence
Talking Independence - March 16, 2023 03:29 - 13 minutesBorn and bred in the inner-Melbourne suburb of St Kilda, Paulie Stewart is an original member of infamous Melbourne punk band Painters and Dockers. Inducted into The Age Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010, the group released seven albums and performed more than 1800 live shows throughout Australi...
Michael Sheldrick on his British roots and why he supports an Australian republic
Talking Independence - February 21, 2023 01:00 - 27 minutesMichael Sheldrick is a policy entrepreneur and Co-Founder and Chief Policy, Impact and Government Affairs Officer for Global Citizen. He leads Global Citizen’s campaigns to rally support from governments, businesses and foundations to get the world on track to end extreme poverty. Michael has wo...
Vic Alhadeff on human rights causes and a republic
Talking Independence - January 31, 2023 02:00 - 24 minutesVic Alhadeff has dedicated his career to championing human rights causes. Listen in on this inspirational episode as we hear about Vic's experiences in apartheid South Africa, his personal despairing history with the Holocaust and how that has led to a life of advocacy. Vic is often asked to visi...
Dr Meredith Doig on the Movement
Talking Independence - January 17, 2023 02:00 - 20 minutesDr Meredith Doig has been a professional company director with appointments to commercial, government and not-for-profit boards for 25 years. Apart from her professional career, Dr Doig has been a long-time community activist, lobbying on issues ranging from social equity to corporate governance....
Sandy Biar on the swell in support for a republic
Talking Independence - December 19, 2022 01:15 - 8 minutesA great end of year message from Sandy Biar, National Director & CEO of the Australian Republic Movement. Sandy outlines the highlights of 2022 and the mammoth year ahead of us, as we see a swell in support for a republic across communities.
Senator Lidia Thorpe on a republic, racism and what sovereignty really means for First Nations Australians
Talking Independence - December 12, 2022 01:25 - 14 minutesToday we speak to Senator Lidia Thorpe, a proud DjabWurrung Gunnai Gunditjmara woman, who is also a human rights, climate, and forest activist. Senator Thorpe is the Greens spokesperson for a republic, and talks about racism and what sovereignty really means for First Nations Australians.
Craig Foster on how supporters can mobilise together
Talking Independence - November 03, 2022 00:30 - 20 minutesCraig Foster AM has become one of Australia’s most respected sports people as a broadcaster, social justice advocate and human rights campaigner. He was recently elected to the ARM National Committee, after many years of strong republican support outside of the organisation. Hear about how suppor...
Kim Rubenstein on the role of women in the Australian Constitution
Talking Independence - October 11, 2022 04:20 - 25 minutesProfessor Kim Rubenstein, constitutional lawyer and activist for gender equality, leads us through the history and the role of women in the Australian Constitution, and her own role in constructing the ARM's Australian Choice Model.
Sandy Biar on the actions of the Governor-General
Talking Independence - September 01, 2022 23:30 - 15 minutesNational Director and CEO of the Australian Republic Movement, Sandy Biar, speaks to us about our great momentum; the new Assistant Minister for the Republic; the road to the referendum; and the opaque actions of the Governor-General, also known as the Morrison saga.
Debbie Scholem on her vision for Australia
Talking Independence - June 17, 2022 00:00 - 14 minutesFrom the arts to politics: today we speak to Debbie Scholem, a former professional freelance violinist for the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Now in retirement, Debbie is dedicating her energy on her vision for Australia by advocating for a republic.
Franca Arena on being the first woman of non-English speaking background to be elected to an Australian parliament
Talking Independence - May 19, 2022 00:00 - 15 minutesJoin us as we chat to Franca Arena. At 84 she gives us her passionate account on being the first woman of non-English speaking background to be elected to an Australian parliament. A pioneer of the Australian Republic Movement, Franca got the ball rolling with her friend Faith Bandler, along with...
Simon Palomares on ‘Wogs out of Work’, the many facets of our society and the power of transforming racial slurs
Talking Independence - April 21, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutesToday we chat to republic supporter Simon Palomares. Join us as we chat about one of the most popular comedic theatre productions in Australian history, ‘Wogs out of Work’, the many facets of our society, and the power of transforming racial slurs.
Laurie Patton on being a vocal advocate for a republic
Talking Independence - March 11, 2022 00:00 - 16 minutesToday we have Laurie Patton. Ahead of his time, Laurie was an early advocate in the 90s for better broadband technology, when it was deemed an unnecessary feature. Following a successful career spanning politics, media and technology, (including a series of senior executive roles at the Seven Ne...
Rod Little on the republic model and what it means for Australians
Talking Independence - February 22, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutesToday we chat to Mr Rod Little, former Co-chair and Director of the National Congress of Australia's First Peoples and Chairperson of the ACT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elected Body. Join us as we discuss the republic model, and what it means for all Australians.
Sandy Biar on the newly launched republic model
Talking Independence - February 11, 2022 02:00 - 9 minutesOur first episode for 2022 – Sandy Biar, National Director and CEO of the Australian Republic Movement, takes us through the newly launched republic model and the exciting opportunity facing all Australians. Tune in to hear all about an Australian Choice!
Sandy Biar on how support for the republic continues to grow
Talking Independence - December 01, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutesThis episode we talk to Sandy Biar, CEO of the Australian Republic Movement. Sandy takes us through his fantastic trajectory of over a decade of political campaign experience, particularly with the ARM. Sandy explores how support for the republic has increased recently and prepares us for excitin...
Deborah Crossing on the important role women have in creating a new chapter in Australia’s history
Talking Independence - November 24, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutesJoin us as Deborah Crossing, National Women’s Convenor (ARM), explains the unique and important role women have in creating a new chapter in Australia’s history. Deborah speaks to us from South Australia, as she looks to empower members and supporters to be active in whatever capacity they feel a...
Miriam D’Souza on her Australian citizenship and a republic
Talking Independence - November 17, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutesMiriam D’Souza tells her tale of Australian citizenship, after arriving from the UK and realising she was swearing allegiance to the head of state of the place she'd just left a few years earlier. Miriam has over 25 years of experience advising on a wide range of major projects in Australian infr...
Graham Smith on how his time in Australia helped shape his republican views
Talking Independence - November 10, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutesToday we talk to Graham Smith, CEO of the UK Republic Movement. Since 2005, Graham has advocated tirelessly for an independent republic in Britain by abolishing the monarchy. He has written countless articles and is the official spokesperson for Republic UK. Graham holds dual British and Australi...
Dr Benjamin T. Jones on republicanism and nationalism
Talking Independence - September 23, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutesJoin us as we chat to renowned author and academic Dr Benjamin T. Jones, a recognised expert on republicanism and nationalism, and Australian social and political history. His books include 'This Time', 'Republicanism and Responsible Government' and 'Project Republic'. Listen to his lively chat o...
Bodhi Hardinge on what's happening in Western Australia
Talking Independence - August 26, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutesWhat’s happening in Western Australia? Join us as we chat to Bodhi Hardinge, WA Branch Convenor for the Australian Republic Movement. Bodhi is a consultant at a leading climate change and energy firm, and is passionate about the equality and sustainability of Australia.
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