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National Geographic photographer and conservationist Jaime Rojo has spent decades capturing the beauty and fragility of the monarch butterfly. Their epic migration is one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles, but their survival is under threat. In this episode, Jaime shares how his passion for photography and conservation led him to document the monarchs’ journey. He and host Brian Lowery discuss the deeper story behind his award-winning images, one about resilience, connection, and the urgent need to protect our natural world. See Jaime's story on the monarch butterflies at his website: rojovisuals.com , and follow Brian Lowery at knowwhatyousee.com .…

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UN Human Rights Committee: Australia responsible for children in Nauru regional processing centre 17:56

há 5 weeks17:56

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Children trying to seek refuge in Australia have been detained on Nauru. They argue that Australia is still responsible for them. Australia made a carefully worded agreement with Nauru to avoid responsibility. If Australia has no responsibility, Australia says it is not obliged to ensure the human rights of these children. Um, okay, weird flex about not protecting literal human children, Australia. The UN Human Rights Committee has found that Australia is responsible, and breached Article 9 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. To read the decision, click here: https://tbinternet.ohchr.org/_layouts/15/treatybodyexternal/Download.aspx?symbolno=CCPR%2FC%2F142%2FD%2F2749%2F2016&Lang=en Euphemisms are very fun. Unaccompanied minor = child, all alone with no parent or guardian…

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It was a Nazi salute. But here’s why a Roman salute is not better 4:15

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Very short, sharp episode about the close link between the Roman Empire and Nazism. Why the “Roman salute” explanation is still scary as heck.

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Nazis are bad. Fascists are bad. 7:34

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Billionaires who fail to denounce nazis and fascists are, you guessed it, bad. In Australia, we do not (as far as we know at this stage) have a fascist with overwhelming political power in parliament. But we cannot ignore what is happening in the US. This not-lawyerly episode discusses one concrete action you can take now to strengthen your community. It is aimed at Australians but may be applicable to listeners elsewhere. Fun fact: many people attribute “hope is not a strategy” to Rudy Giuliani but versions have been kicking around at least since the 1970s according to General Gordon R Sullivan, former chief of staff of the US Army, and the coiner of “hope is not a method”. See more here: https://www.americanheritage.com/hope-not-method Some creative options for communication tools: old-fashioned letters, meetings, Signal app, Discord app, plays, songs, posters.…

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Spit hoods are back 8:40

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And as bad as ever. NT reinstating dangerous and degrading practice of using spit hoods, still criminalising children. Reporting from The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/oct/14/northern-territory-spit-hood-ban-lifted-clp-ntwnfb

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BREAKING NEWS: apprehended bias decision in Drumgold v Board of Enquiry and others 58:16

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Acknowledgment of Country. CW: the case that started it all is a high-profile sexual assault matter. Breaking news on the ACT Supreme Court’s decision in this highly-publicised, complex and super-interesting matter. I translate from legalese and give cringe-worthy facts their day in the sun, but most importantly, I help you understand this important case. Read the full decision here: https://www.courts.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/2408133/Drumgold-v-Board-of-Inquiry-and-Ors-No.-3-2024-ACTSC-58.pdf…

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Water safety: my number one rescue tip 32:37

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Acknowledgement of Country. A not-very-lawyerly episode. My swimming teacher experience and coastal upbringing have given me some knowledge, and I share that with you! Disclaimer: I’m not your swimming teacher (see, I’m still lawyerly). Great resources: https://www.surflifesaving.com.au/beach-safety/rip-currents/ and https://www.royallifesaving.com.au/about/campaigns-and-programs/Water-Safety and your local swim school or surf lifesaving club. Bonus: My voice is soothing and you can use this as a sleep aid. Happy new year!…

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Aftermath of shame: referendum 2023 21:08

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Acknowledgment of Country. Call to action to allies of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander folks: don’t freeze, don’t be silent. VOICE TREATY TRUTH

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Easy science primer: Kathleen Folbigg’s pardon 27:07

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Acknowledgement of Country. An easy to understand guide to the science behind Kathleen Folbigg’s pardon. Sources: omim.org and The Guardian at https://amp.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/may/07/kathleen-folbigg-science-sheds-new-light-on-case-of-mother-convicted-of-murdering-her-children and ABC at https://amp.abc.net.au/article/102406772. For more information about rock pocket mice: https://www.biointeractive.org/classroom-resources/making-fittest-natural-selection-and-adaptation…

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A Not Just a Lawyer referral: Kathleen Folbigg discussed on the Guardian’s Full Story podcast 3:40

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Acknowledgement of Country. Kathleen Folbigg case encounters science. Science is very important. Justice is very important, but I can’t do this issue justice so I refer you here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/full-story/id1482061243?i=1000612189847

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VOICE (Voice, Treaty, Truth). Answers to your questions from the ANU 3:51

há 2 years3:51

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Acknowledgement of Country. Voice, treaty and truth are all important. Referendum on the Voice is imminent, so the Australian National University (ANU) answers some burning questions. Find their answers here: https://www.anu.edu.au/about/strategic-planning/indigenous-voice-to-parliament

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26 January 5:44

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Acknowledgment of Country. Voice, Treaty and Truth. Cool stuff happening in Coffs Harbour (Gumbaynggirr Country). To access the Guardian’s podcast with Professor Megan Davis, click here: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/audio/2023/jan/20/the-details-on-the-indigenous-voice-to-parliament-with-megan-davis To see the website for the Gumbaynggirr Giingana Freedom School, click here: https://www.giinganaschool.org.au…

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Is Google a defamer? 8:46

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Acknowledgement of Country. A short, sharp explainer of an interesting High Court decision about defamation. Google LLC v Defteros [2022] HCA 27. Credit to Parisa Hart for her article in Ethos, Summer 2022

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PRIMER: what is (and what will soon not be) the AAT? 7:47

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Acknowledgment of Country. What is the AAT? What’s all the fuss?

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2022: Reflections from the obstinately self-reliant 21:26

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Acknowledgement of Country. I share the most important thing I have learned this year. On a tangentially-related note, I encourage you to donate life via organ and tissue donation here: https://www.donatelife.gov.au

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What do you get for the jury who has everything? 9:27

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