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4. In Conversation with Aunty Zeta Thomson and Simone Sexton

Art is a powerful storytelling medium, according to Aunty Zeta Thomson, a proud descendant of Yorta Yorta and Wurundjeri clans. She was the first Victorian First Nations artist to have her work exhibited at the Melbourne Museum, and is a powerful voice for the rights of First Nations peoples in custody. In this conversation, we yarn about songlines, the next generation of Elders, and the importance of exploring language. We discuss how connected we are to country and the critical nature of navigating the ‘two worlds’ we live in.  Acknowledgement of country is delivered by Troy Firebrace, a proud Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Wurrung artist and educator.  Conversation is hosted by Simone Sexton, Bendigo Bank’s Inclusion specialist and proud Mununjali woman.  Discover more:  * Visit Bendigo Bank: https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/ [https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Facebook:  https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu [https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Instagram: https://bit.ly/43ye08N [https://bit.ly/43ye08N] * Follow our producers, The Peers Project: https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA [https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

3. In Conversation with Vic Chapman and Emily Chapman

It’s the knowledge and wisdom of our Elders that brings all Australians together. Vic Chapman, a Yuwaalaraay Man - The first Aboriginal school principal in NSW, is a true pioneer with a heart for unity. Listen as he’s interviewed by his granddaughter Emily Chapman, a Dharawal woman, with a passion for the rediscovery of languages. Vic has deep wisdom on the vital role that education and constitution recognition plays in the health and well being of First Nations peoples. Acknowledgement of country is delivered by Troy Firebrace, a proud Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Wurrung artist and educator.  Discover more:  * Visit Bendigo Bank: https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/ [https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Facebook:  https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu [https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Instagram: https://bit.ly/43ye08N [https://bit.ly/43ye08N] * Follow our producers, The Peers Project: https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA [https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

2. In Conversation with Uncle Graham Atkinson and Simone Sexton

There have been some powerful milestones reached for our cultures over the past few decades, and our Elders have been there every step of the way. Uncle Graham Atkinson, a Dja Dja Wurrung Traditional Owner and Yorta Yorta man, is a consultant to government and Indigenous communities and a real change-maker. He has plenty of knowledge to share on the importance of being proud of your culture and getting involved in the community, as the voice of Elders begins to grow louder.  Acknowledgement of country is delivered by Troy Firebrace, a proud Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Wurrung artist and educator.  Conversation is hosted by Simone Sexton, Bendigo Bank’s Inclusion specialist and proud Mununjali woman. Discover more:  * Visit Bendigo Bank: https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/ [https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Facebook:  https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu [https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Instagram: https://bit.ly/43ye08N [https://bit.ly/43ye08N] * Follow our producers, The Peers Project: https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA [https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

1. In Conversation with Uncle Shane Charles and Simone Sexton

We’re all on our own unique journey of discovering knowledge and connection with country - luckily our Elders are here to guide us every step of the way. Listen deeply as Uncle Shane Charles - an academic, government advisor and proud Wurundjeri Boon Wurrung and Yorta Yorta man - yarns on the importance of Elders in our cultures, and how The Voice to Parliament can help pave the way towards reconciliation. It’s a truly inspired yarn - enjoy!  Acknowledgement of country is delivered by Troy Firebrace, a proud Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Wurrung artist and educator.  Conversation is hosted by Simone Sexton, Bendigo Bank’s Inclusion specialist and proud Mununjali woman.  Discover more:  * Visit Bendigo Bank: https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/ [https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Facebook:  https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu [https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Instagram: https://bit.ly/43ye08N [https://bit.ly/43ye08N] * Follow our producers, The Peers Project: https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA [https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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Ever wondered what Australia looks like through the eyes of a First Nations Elder? Or about the unique family structures of First Nations peoples? Welcome to A Yarn with our Elders podcast.   Proudly presented by Bendigo Bank, A Yarn with our Elders creates space for us to connect with our First Nations Elders, who are truly inspired storytellers, with profound knowledge on country, cultures and reconciliation. It’s a time to listen deeply, with open hearts, as we learn from the oldest living culture on earth about true equality, healing and togetherness.  If you’re ready for a good old yarn with our Elders, you’re in the right place.    Discover more:  * Visit Bendigo Bank: https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/ [https://www.bendigobank.com.au/blog/a-yarn-with-our-elders/] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Facebook:  https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu [https://bit.ly/3CxBIGu] * Follow Bendigo Bank on Instagram: https://bit.ly/43ye08N [https://bit.ly/43ye08N] * Follow our producers, The Peers Project: https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA [https://bit.ly/TPPINSTA] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.