Best RRR Triple R Podcasts (2024)

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Scandinavian Film Festival, How do we remain; at the Melbourne Recital Centre, Ānanda: Dance of Joy and Two Remain. 1:39:28

4h ago1:39:28

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Host Richard Watts is joined by Christof Wehmeier, head of international & festival promotion at the Icelandic Film Centre, and they discuss the 2024 Scandinavian film Festival program and highlights. We also have Artist Madeleine Flynn and Arts Centre’s Director of Programming Marshall McGuire from the Arts Centre, discussing Installation, how do …

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Yarning with Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner Kate Kiss 32:30

24h ago32:30

32:30

For the special 250th episode of The Mission, Daniel James speaks with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner Katie Kiss on her work overseeing the Federal Government's compliance with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.By RRR - Triple R

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Dr Paul Hardisty on the ongoing impacts of global warming in the Great Barrier Reef 36:03

3d ago36:03

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Join Bron Burton & Dr Beach chat with award-winning author and scientist, Dr Paul Hardisty, about the devastating effects of global warming in the Great Barrier Reef. Then later, see the team dive deep with paleontologist, Ben Francischelli, about his most recent exhibit, Prehistoric Bayside.By RRR - Triple R

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Trump 2.0 and Project 2025 47:57

1d ago47:57

47:57

Charlie and Jess are joined by Amy Donaldson, producer of ABC’s Four Corners, to discuss the first part of Retribution, a two-part series exploring what a second Trump presidency might look like. The team also look at the recent findings of corruption in the CFMEU and what it might mean for the future of unions, as well as "not-so-Tenacious D".…

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Midsumma needs a new home, Tristan Meecham's Queering the Collection, Melbourne Art Fair's New Director, Romeo & Julie plus movie turned opera, Breaking the Waves 1:47:10

1d ago1:47:10

1:47:10

Richard Watts OAM reporting for SmartArts! As always, he's here to give you an inside look into the fabulous people behind all of the brilliant goings-on of Naarm's flourishing art scene. Let's go! Amid the housing crisis, Midsumma’s CEO Karen Bryant is on the hunt for office space. The festival is Australia's premier queer arts and cultural organi…

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Nate Kinch's Critique on the Techno-Optimist Manifesto 46:06

2d ago46:06

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This week, Dan Salmon, Dan Morganti and Vanessa Toholka welcome socio-technology ethicist and founder of Trustworthy By Design Nate Kinch onto Byte Into IT to discuss Marc Andreessen's Techno-Optimist Manifesto. They also chat about the nostalgia of FPS video games and boomer shooters.By RRR - Triple R

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The Founding of the Treaty Authority 31:13

2d ago31:13

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Daniel James speaks to Jidah Clark, chair of the newly established Treaty Authority, an independant body to oversee treaty negotiations in Victoria.By RRR - Triple R

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Twisters, Emu Wars & Birdeater 40:11

2d ago40:11

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Flick Ford is joined by Jonathan Schuster (co-writer of recently released Australian movie The Emu War) and film programmer and reviewer Alice McShane. Schuster provides extensive insight into the main aspects of The Emu War, especially its themes and plot. McShane dives into her thoughts on some new releases, including the blockbuster of the momen…

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Dewatering processes, cognitive therapeutics for Alzheimer's disease and blood tests for chronic diseases 51:23

1d ago51:23

51:23

With Dr Shane away in Cairns this week, the rains of the show are in Dr Jenny, Dr Euan and Dr Ray’s hands. They are joined in the studio by this week’s guests Dr Shane Usher, Research fellow in the Minerals Centre of Excellent at the University of Melbourne, talking about the processes of solid-liquid separation and the importance for mining, water…

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Ocean Plastic, Spider Crab Updates and Composing Ocean Music 43:29

10d ago43:29

43:29

Bron Burton and Kade Mills are joined by Colleen Hughson and Fisherman Gary Ryan to find out how a 10-day walk along the Western Victorian Coast led to a novel partnership to tackle plastic pollution in the fishing industry with plastic-free lobster pots. Plus, Deakin University's Dr Elodie Camprasse returns with a Giant Spider Crab Watch update. N…

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On the Anti-Semitism Envoy & the Senator Supporting Palestine 49:50

8d ago49:50

49:50

With a full house (Jess, Rachel, Charlie, and Najma!), Spin Cycle greets two guests to discuss the latest in the Australian news media. Jewish Council of Australia Executive Officer, Sarah Schwartz, describes the recent conflation of anti-zionism with anti-semitism, and whether it is an attempt to control legitimate pro-Palestinian protest. And Nou…

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Redeveloping the Melbourne Arts Precinct, reviving Three Magpies in A Tree, Artist Kate Wallace, La Belle Epoque and Reclaim the Crone 1:25:01

5d ago1:25:01

1:25:01

SmartArts with Richard Watts OAM back to keep you company on these chilly winters days... Starting out with Artist Kate Wallace on her new exhibition ‘Details of a room and other places’ - on now at LON Gallery. In the coming years there will be a big redevelopment of the Melbourne Arts Precinct & the Queen Victoria Market - to tell all about it is…

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US Politics With Emma Shortis; Kate Manne Tells Us How To Fight Fatphobia; The 2024 UK Election Results With Andrew Walter 2:22:34

5d ago2:22:34

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Amy Mullins returns to the airwaves. Regular guest Dr Emma Shortis talks all things US politics, including the 2024 Presidential election debate and race. Will Joe Biden drop out of the race to make way for a different Democratic candidate? What is the status of Donald Trump's legal battles? How has the US Supreme Court transformed US government, s…

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Kate Manne Tells Us How To Fight Fatphobia In Her New Book, Unshrinking 1:14:10

7d ago1:14:10

1:14:10

Author and philosopher Dr Kate Manne returns to speak in-depth with Amy about her excellent new book, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia. As Kate describes it; "part memoir, part polemic, and part (all?) philosophy, this book aims to show why fatphobia is a vital social justice issue, and provide an analysis of what fatphobia is and how it works."…

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The Bike Riders and Kinds of Kindness. 42:29

5d ago42:29

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This week, Flick is joined by film buffs Maudie Osborne and Anthony Carew to review the latest from Jeff Nichols, who is also known for Take Shelter (2011) and Mud (2012). The Bike Riders details the decade-long story of the Midwestern bike club, the Vandals. As an outsider, Kathy observes their transformation from a haven for misfits into a notori…

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Digital Tai Chi, Parkinson’s Disease and Childhood Stuttering 53:09

7d ago53:09

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Presenter Dr Shane brings the latest science news; Julia Zhu, a physiotherapist and PhD candidate in the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne talks about how the traditional Chinese exercise of Tai Chi has shown great benefits for improving the symptoms of osteoarthritis when done in-person, and her research looks into the ben…

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From Festivals to Shipwrecks 39:53

18d ago39:53

39:53

Anthony Boxshall and Dr Beach are joined by Dr David Donnelly and Rex Hunter. Dr Donnelly provides updates about the Phillip Island Whale Festival. Hunter describes the wreck of the TSS Nairana, which blew ashore in Port Melbourne in February 1951.By RRR - Triple R

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Reflecting On Thirty-Three Years Of Broadcasting With Phillip Adams 50:05

9d ago50:05

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Charlie is back from Europe and joins Jess and Rachel in conversation with Phillip Adams. Fresh from finishing his run as host of 33-years to the ABC's Late Night Live, Phillip weighs in on some career highlights, the direction of the ABC, and the broader state of the Australian media. The team also discusses the media storm around former Labor-now…

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A Streetcar Named Desire, art partners, Jon & Jero and Abby Howells 1:40:21

10d ago1:40:21

1:40:21

Richard Watts OAM (!!!) is back in the studio after taking a mental health reset. He’s back, and he’s got the best of Melbourne’s performance, art and comedy for you to fill your diary with. First up, Bernard Caleo is in for Comic Books Chat, telling us about all the fabulous local creators we should know. Anne-Louise Sarks and Nikki Shiels, talk a…

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Tom Howard: Wine Techologies and Keeping Safe Over Wifi Networks 47:33

10d ago47:33

47:33

Hosts Vanessa and Rowena speaks to Tom Howard (Breeze) regarding a range of technologies involved with wine and agriculture industries. They also discuss security issues with WiFi networks.By RRR - Triple R

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Live Prison Radio Broadcasting with Beyond The Bars 32:24

12d ago32:24

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Beyond the Bars is an institution on Melbourne radio. Shiralee Hood and Ty Wallace join host of The Mission Daniel James to talk about the 3CR program's history and what to expect from this year's series as once again presenters go into Victoria's prisons to broadcast live with Indigenous inmates. You can listen & learn more about Beyond The Bars h…

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Spotlighting Kelly Reichardt (CERTAIN WOMEN, SHOWING UP) 43:44

12d ago43:44

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This week in the studio, Jack Ralph and Kelsey Pettifer join Flick Ford in the 3RRR studio to delve into the subtle yet profound body of work created by Kelly Reichardt. They discuss films such as First Cow (2019), the political thriller Night Moves (2013), and Wendy and Lucy (2008). The conversation covers Reichardt's challenges in getting her fil…

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Physics and Sustainable Development, Wattle Sustainability Fellowships, Student Space Challenge Programme 52:25

14d ago52:25

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Dr Shane and Scarlett speak with six guests in this bumper physics show! This week's guests are: 1) Dr Sara Webb, from Swinburne University. To prepare for the future of Astronomy, Dr. Sara Webb works with optical telescope data and machine learning to explore explosions in the universe and how astronomers find them. Sara focused on studying small,…

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Crab Palooza, The Whale Migration, Ocean Literacy and Shark Puns 41:58

14d ago41:58

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Join the team as they delve into spider crab season with Dr Elodie Camprasse from Deakin University, and talk with David Donnelly from the Dolphin Research Institute about the whale migration. Jody Plecas speaks to how she became involved in Ocean Literacy and her passion for ocean education, and Jeff Maynard returns with the worst shark puns in sh…

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Victories and Villains 48:21

18d ago48:21

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Annika Blau joins Jess, Rachel and Esther to comment on the reality of reality TV, in particular the making of the “villain edit”. Annika goes more into depth on Australia’s "most hated" reality TV star in the most recent episode of the ABC’s Background Briefing. The team also look at freedoms in the case of Julian Assange, as well as in the broade…

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Thirty Years of APHIDS, Young Broadway Actors Chat Shrek & Opening Up Melbourne 1:06:56

16d ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Steph Teitelbaum fills in for Richard Watts this week for chats with Lara Thoms, the Executive Director of experimental theatre collective APHIDS about their 30th birthday; Young Australian Broadway Chorus talent James Pringle and Charlie Abbot-Higgins stop by to talk about bringing Shrek JR to life on stage; Open House Melbourne's Chief Curator Ta…

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Youth Suicide Prevention, Astronomy Research, Physics & Jupiter's shrinking great red spot. 52:48

17d ago52:48

52:48

Dr Shane is joined by EAGG regulars Dr Shane and Dr Scarlett. Alongside them are 2 incredibly well credentialed guests. Samuel McKay Centre for Youth Mental Health - University of Melbourne, Samuel highlights the importance of youth mental health programs and suicide prevention methods in education settings, mental health challenges faced by intern…

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Revisting Robodebt & the Freedom of Information Act 37:04

18d ago37:04

37:04

Lilly Ryan speaks to Justin Warren on his recent Freedom of Information Act win in the Federal Court regarding early Robodebt documents. Plus Dan Salmon dives into the week's tech news including the release of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, and a woman with over 7,000 browser tabs!By RRR - Triple R

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Deputy Chair of the Yoorrook Justice Commission Travis Lovett 43:20

20d ago43:20

43:20

Daniel James speaks with Traditional Owner & Deputy Chair of the Yoorrook Justice Commission Travis Lovett, regarding land, water, sky hearings and injustice.By RRR - Triple R

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Is AUKUS Really Viable & Is There A Plan B?; Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections; Alison Croggon On The State Of Australian Theatre 2:21:24

19d ago2:21:24

2:21:24

Professor James Curran delves into the discussions and real intentions behind the AUKUS agreement and Australia's plan to obtain nuclear submarines from the US and the UK. How exactly does the US perceive AUKUS? James reveals how the US' view differs greatly from the Australian government's view. With so many practical questions weighing around the…

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Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections With Bertrand Bourgeois 1:02:26

19d ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Dr Bertrand Bourgeois speaks in-depth about the snap French elections for the National Assembly (lower house) called by President Emmanuel Macron. With the far-right National Rally or Rassemblement National (led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella) leading in the polls, closely followed by the far left coalition, the New Popular Front or Le Nouvea…

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Reviewing THE PROMISELAND and BLACK BARBIE 43:19

1M ago43:19

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Joining Flick in the studio are Vyshnavee Wijekumar and Thomas Caldwell, where they'll be reviewing two new releases hot off the metaphorical press. The first film they're be reviewing is THE PROMISED LAND, a Nordic Western set in 18th century Denmark. Director Nikolaj Arcel collaborates once again with Mads Mikkelsen who plays Captain Ludvig Kahle…

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Prehistoric Bayside Exhibition, Giant Crabs Migration and Seaweed Secrets 47:19

21d ago47:19

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Join hosts Bron Burton and Dr. Beach on Radio Marinara this week. Palaeontologist Ben Francischelli previews the prehistoric bayside exhibition at Brighton Town Hall (29 June - 25 August 2024). Elodie Camprasse discusses the Giant Spider Crab migration at Port Phillip Bay, and Julie A. Phillips explores marine flora in her book, The Lives of Seawee…

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Overland's 70 & Nuclear Woes! 49:03

30d ago49:03

49:03

Jess and Rachel are joined this week by Evelyn Araluen, Co-Editor In Chief of Overland. They discuss the extreme narratives at the ends of public culture, the need for independent media, and celebrating 70 years of Overland. Jess and Rachel also discuss whether the media is giving Dutton's nuclear statements the criticism they deserve, and how poli…

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A scent-sual play, a sensual play, a sense-ual play and 50 years of Art Access Victoria 57:20

1M ago57:20

57:20

For one week more, Oliver Coleman keeps the seat nice and toasty for resident SmartArts host, Richard Watts. And what a cracking show to end the run! Writer Georgia Ketals & scent artist Erin Adams tell us about Recollection, a unique play that offers a sensory experience. Based on a story about a mother trying to recreate her late daughters smell,…

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Jo Eaton's Last Show: Digital Rights & Connecting Scientists with Children's Education 49:51

25d ago49:51

49:51

The Byte Into It crew say goodbye to presenter Jo Eaton, discuss digital rights with chair of Electronic Frontiers Australia John Payne and chat with Jen Payne founder of STEMpals (stempals.org.au)By RRR - Triple R

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Richard Denniss Talks Inequality In Australia And How We Can Fix It 36:04

28d ago36:04

36:04

Dr Richard Denniss, Executive Director of The Australia Institute, joins Amy as he talks all about inequality in Australia – the topic of his current national speaking tour. To attend the online live-streamed event being hosted in Adelaide, visit: https://australiainstitute.org.au/event/unequal-australia-adelaide/ To listen back to Amy's past inter…

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Ceridwen Dovey Brings Real Space Objects To Life In 'Only The Astronauts' 56:39

28d ago56:39

56:39

Acclaimed writer Ceridwen Dovey brings real space objects to life in her new collection of short stories, Only The Astronauts (Penguin Books). Ceridwen reflects on the stories and inner lives she creates for Elon Musk's rocket test mannequin, 'Starman,' as well as the International Space Station, the first sculpture ever taken to the Moon, the Voya…

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Reviews of AM I OKAY? and BRIDGERTON 40:31

26d ago40:31

40:31

Joining Flick in the studio is Thomas Caldwell, Artistic Director of the Children’s International Film Festival (CHIFF) and the wonderful Vyshnavee Wijekumar. They discuss the 2024 program, running from June 8th to July 7th, featuring a diverse selection of animated and live-action films from around the globe. The team reviews "AM I OK?", starring …

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AI and the Turing Test, Quantum Entanglement, and slowing Parkinson’s Disease 50:27

29d ago50:27

50:27

First guest is Dr Melissa Rogerson, who studies hybridizing technology with tabletop games, exploring their impact on gameplay and player experience, and assess the implications for remote play and simulation applications in fields like healthcare. Second guest is Benji Metha, who discusses variations in galaxy metallicity, crucial for understandin…

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Everything is Water, A Giant Spider Crab Update, and the Disabled Divers' Association 36:53

1M ago36:53

36:53

Hosts Bron Burton, Cabin Boy and Kade Mills speak with Simon Clearly about his first non-fiction book Everything is Water. The book details Simon's experience walking 344km alongside the Brisbane River (the Maiwar), and the lessons he learns along the way about the importance of water and the ways in which it connects us. The hosts also get the wee…

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Peter Costello and the problem with media men 48:03

1M ago48:03

48:03

Returning guest Denis Muller joins Jess, Rachel and Esther to discuss the power structures, authoritarianism and open secrets at 9 media. The team also discuss the resignation of Media Watch's Paul Barry, and the distracting politics around Australia's inaction on Israel's war on Gaza.By RRR - Triple R

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Piinpi: Contemporary Indigenous Fashion, Lucy Guerin Inc and run away to the NICA Circus 1:21:50

1M ago1:21:50

1:21:50

Back to fill the enormous SmartArts shoes of Richard Watts OAM is resident funny guy, Oliver Coleman. Kicking off the show is Tai Smith with the latest visual arts reccs - think cutesy wholesome for the Under Five Windows exhibition at A Reading Room, collaging fun at the Ripped - a Punk Collage Workshop, and writing extravaganzas at Alta Forma. Mu…

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Virtual Reality, Civic Issues in Coding & Apple and OpenAI's Partnership 50:17

1M ago50:17

50:17

Dan and Lilly are joined by special guests Susan Carter, the new Director of Code for Australia chatting about solving civic issues and driving positive change, and Eric Jong on delivering researcher training on 3D Print and Design. Plus the team dig through through updated news on Apple's partnership with OpenAI, and all the weird tech news of the…

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Echidna regurgitation, Lacrymaria olor, 2 meter Daemon ducks!, Earthrise! 52:44

1M ago52:44

52:44

Dr Bernadette Jones-Freeman, PhD, Monash University, on the epigenetics of ageing and exercise, particularly in skeletal muscle, plus DNA Methylation. Dr Paris Papagianis from Respiratory Pharmacology Lab, Monash University on silicosis early life exposure and lung health, and the disease spanning early life to adulthood. Plus, Dr Rachel Kirby, Sch…

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Interview with Molly Reynolds on A PORTRAIT OF LOVE, Timothy Despina Marshall discusses their debut feature IN THE ROOM WHERE HE WAITS and in conversation with film collective Dogmilk Films. 49:11

1M ago49:11

49:11

This weeks show is focusing on Melbourne’s film scene. In the first of three interviews, Flick will chat with Director Molly Reynolds to discuss her film A PORTRAIT OF LOVE. For over twenty years, Archibald Prize-winning artist Craig Ruddy and his partner Roberto Meza Mont filmed their life together. Their friend, documentary-maker Molly Reynolds (…

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Australian Marine Life: What's Been Happening? 42:06

1M ago42:06

42:06

Hosts Bron Burton and Dr Beach are joined by dive reporter Cara Hull and marine scientist David Donnelly. Hull delves into the value of marine protected areas in the Great Southern Reef. Donnelly discusses the sightings of humpback whales in Port Phillip and Western Port.By RRR - Triple R

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Biases in Australian financial reporting 51:39

1M ago51:39

51:39

Data specialist Kristen Moeller-Saxone joins Jess, Rachel and Esther to explore the study into the reporting of finance in the media over the last three decades, as well as the use of AI in the research process. The team also cover the week's news, including the National Press Club Address from the Executive Chairman of Newscorp Australasia, Michae…

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MIFF 2024, CLIPPEDKilda and Blackout Songs 1:27:40

1M ago1:27:40

1:27:40

Welcome back to another instalment of SmartArts! Oliver Coleman is steering the ship for you again and boy are we in for a cruisy ride... First up, CLIPPED music video festival director Samuel Bright and James Tran going Oliver to talk all things CLIPPEDKilda, music video festival championing the underrepresented creative community behind music vid…

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Medibank and Ticketmaster: Brought to court 43:06

1M ago43:06

43:06

Vanessa Toholka and Dan Salmon discuss recent tech news, such as Medibank being taken to court, a DdOS attack of the Internet Archive, the breaking of Ticketmaster's monopoly and more. They also get into their thoughts on travel for the holidays.By RRR - Triple R

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