Accent of Women

Casey Kickett is a proud Whadjuk, Yued and Ballardong Noongar woman from the South West of Western Australia. Casey is the Co-Owner and Director of the 100% Aboriginal owned business, Koorda's Crew. Casey has a range of formal qualifications, and has combined these with her experience in being a Mum of four and her growing knowing of Noongar Country and Culture to create Koorda's Crew, where she hopes to contribute to creating spaces for the current generation of children to connect deeper with Noongar Country, so they can build on their knowledge as they get older to work with Noongar colleagues and friends on the challenges and opportunities later in life with a better understanding of Noongar worldviews. 

In this episode, we’re joined by the founder of Rising Red Lantern, a collective supporting Asian Migrant Sex Workers here in Victoria. The Rising Red Lantern is a direct response to the violence of raids, racism, isolation, state neglect, and the ongoing injustices experienced by Asian migrant sex workers.Through Rising Red Lantern, community members are building power together in a system that was never designed for them — creating spaces to amplify voices, strengthen cultural connection, share political knowledge and skills, and lead resistance driven by those most impacted. Right now, Rising Red Lantern is raising $60,000 to sustain this work over the next year. The fundraiser will support Vixen’s Asian migrant peer frontline responses — where trusted peer workers from within the community provide culturally informed support, resources, and care. The funding will also go toward community events, advocacy campaigns, skill-sharing, and resources for the Victorian Asian migrant sex worker community.This work

On today's episode, we listen to speeches from a protest held on 20th October last year, commemorating a year of the Prabowo-Gibran government. Melbourne Bergerak is a collective of Indonesian students, workers, activists and allies standing with the people’s struggle back home and seeing themselves as part of a transnational network of resistance. Bergerak in Bahasa means ‘to move’, or ‘in motion’. We will first listen to Alma from Scrip – the Solidarity Committee for Rakyat Indonesia & Papua and the Socialist Youth Group Indonesia, and she will be outlining the current issues being faced by Indonesians today. This will be followed by a speech by the emcee of the rally, Jeslin, further expanding on why the protest has been called and the work that needs to be done. We will then listen to international student Riza, highlighting the failures of the ruling class and the oligarchs. Finally, we hear from the Melbourne Bergerak choir, sharing a series of resistance songs as well as poetry in Bahasa Indonesia. 

This year marks 238 years since since invasion of the continent of so called australia by the arrival of the first fleet in 1788 and 256 years since captain Cook set foot on the shores of the continent. From that time until the present day the genocide and dispossession of the original inhabitants of this continent has been ongoing. From that time until the present, there has been resistance from the First Peoples of this continent who continue to assert their sovereignty and protect their lands and waters, and continue to resist oppression and the systems of capitalism, imperialism, domination and violence against humans and mother earth, while  asserting the true meaning of life .

A discussion between Margaret Kimberley & Nina Farnia about the recent  violence in Iran which was orchestrated as part of a  regime change effort against Iran by the United States & Israel. Nina Farnia is an Assistant Professor at Albany Law School in New York and a member of the Anti-Imperialist Scholars Collective. Margaret Kimberley is the Executive Editor of Black Agenda Radio. Follow Black Agenda Radio at blackagendareport.com

This year marks 3CR's 50th Anniversary, having broadcast consistently since 1976. Today, we interview Marisa Sposaro, who has now been with our community radio station for half its time on air. Marisa is currently the regular host of the Doin Time show, which features issues faced by prisoners in the criminal justice system and migration detention centres Doin Time show broadcasts every Monday 4:00pm to 5:00pmAn open forum, presenting information and discussion around issues faced by prisoners in the criminal justice system and migration detention centres.

The U.S. attack on Venezuela and kidnapping of the president Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores are the culmination of years of imperialist  intervention against the state of Venezulela and its historic Bolivarian revolution. Today on the show we will turn our focus to Venezuela in an interview conducted by Black Agenda Radio’s Margaret Kimberley with Corrinna Mullin  who sheds  light on the  situation, and discusses the importance of anti-imperialist mobilization in solidarity with the Venezuelan people. Follow Black agenda radio at blackagendareport.com

Part 2: In this episode, we dive into Smoko(link is external): Migrant Stories en Español, a Spanish-language acting school in Melbourne that puts migrant voices at the centre. Co-founders Camila and Manuel share how Smoko Acting School uses testimonial theatre to tell real stories, build community, and celebrate the lived experiences of migrants.Music: La Lá, Selva Negra 

An African centred critique of European Cultural thought and behaviour.Dr Marimba Ani talks about the book on the show ‘For The People” hosted by Listervelt Middleton (1994)

In this episode, we dive into Smoko: Migrant Stories en Español, a Spanish-language acting school in Melbourne that puts migrant voices at the centre. Co-founders Camila and Manuel share how Smoko Acting School uses testimonial theatre to tell real stories, build community, and celebrate the lived experiences of migrants.The song you hear at the beginning and end of the show is “Mi Ciudad Es Genial” by the band Santa Madero. This episode was presented and produced by Ximena JimenezPhotos by Rocio Lamana, Oti.

A lecture by  Dr Marimba Ani , an anthroplogist and African studies Scholar and Author of Let the Circle be Unbroken and Yurugu : an Afrikan Centred Critique of European Cultural Thought. In this lecture Marimba Ani speaks about the concepts of African womanhood. Morehouse College, 2000.

This is part two of Hailstones Fell Without Rain: Melbourne Launch. In this episode, I chat with Natalia Figueroa Barroso about writing in Spanglish, her Charrúa, Yoruba and Uruguayan heritage, and the stories that shape her work.Natalia is a member of Sweatshop Literacy Movement and director of Our North is the South – Latin American Storytelling, a workshop that gives voice to writers who share a connection with South America, whether they were born there or are familiar with its language and culture.We talk about identity, memory, and the power of fiction to explore personal and cultural histories. The music you hear in the intro and outro of this episode is Negra Presuntuosa by Afro-Peruvian singer Susana Baca.This episode was presented and produced by Ximena Jimenez.  

A treatise on African Spirituality and how it differs from Christianity with Dr. Khanyisile Tshabalala. With thanks to Thee Alfa House : https://www.youtube.com/@theealfahouse 

A fragile and hard-won ceasefire has been declared in Gaza, following two years, and in truth, decades of violence, occupation, and resistance.The world has watched in horror as Israeli airstrikes devastated homes, schools, hospitals, and entire neighbourhoods. Thousands have been killed—disproportionately women and children. Entire families erased. And yet, for the people of Gaza, this is not new. The siege has been ongoing for over 17 years. The occupation? Over 75.So when we talk about a ceasefire, we have to ask—what does peace mean in the absence of justice? What does silence mean when the structures of apartheid remain firmly intact?On today's show, we’ll be speaking to Mai Saif, Palestinian activists, and strident organiser in Free Palestine Melbourne and we'll hear Renee Nayef, from Students for Palestine, her speech from the Melbourne October 12 Rally.

A Pan-Africanist Feminist Tribute: Honoring African Women Resisting Imperialism, Settler-Colonialism, Neo-Colonialism, National & Women's Oppression, and Zionism!

Today we bring you the live recording from the Melbourne launch of Hailstones Fell Without Rain, the debut novel by Natalia Figueroa Barroso. Set between Western Sydney and Uruguay, this semi autobiographical story follows three generations of women: Graciela, Chula and Rita, as they grapple with migration, memory, political trauma and the intimate work of family. Natalia’s voice blends raw truth, English, Spanish and Spanglish to show us how identity, resilience and love can both fracture and heal. Here is the launch night with readings, conversations and moments that stayed with all of us.

On today’s program, two different panel addresses by two very impressive, incredible trade union leaders – one in an official leadership position, the other from the rank n file. The majority of the world’s workers are women, it makes sense that we are the ones leading the struggle for workers’ rights and for social movements for freedom and justice. We’ll hear from Phyo Sandar Soe, Assistant General Secretary of the Confederation of Trade Unions Myanmar, speaking about the ongoing military occupation there, and the people’s struggle for emancipation. Followed by Maojing Chen, Early Childhood Teacher and Project Officer at the Australian Education Union. She was speaking about the historic gender undervaluation in feminised industries, the ongoing campaign and struggle for women’s equal recognition in work. 

A Pan-Africanist Feminist Tribute: Honoring African Women Resisting Imperialism, Settler-Colonialism, Neo-Colonialism, National & Women's Oppression, and Zionism!

In today’s episode, we bring you two powerful speeches from residents of the Flemington and Richmond public housing towers, recorded at the Save Public Housing Rally on Saturday 2 August 2025. While the government claims these towers are old, outdated, and unsafe, residents tell a far more complex and deeply personal story. You’ll also hear from Lara, a resident of the South Yarra towers, who joins us for an interview to share her experiences and perspective. Special thanks to 44FU for helping to connect with Lara. You can find them at 44fu.org. 44FU is a grassroots group led by public housing residents, fighting to protect their homes and communities.This episode was presented and produced by Ximena Jimenez.Content warning: This episode includes experiences of displacement and violence. If this content raises questions or distress for you, you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au for support.

A Pan-Africanist Feminist Tribute: Honoring African Women Resisting Imperialism, Settler-Colonialism, Neo-Colonialism, National & Women's Oppression, and Zionism!