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History & Culture

Awakening a sleeping language

Thomas Watson was devastated when he discovered his traditional language, Gangulu, was no longer spoken, but his grief gave way to searching, a process that led thousands of kilometres around the world to an attic in Sweden.

Why we have to stop ignoring indigenous science and knowledge: Ian Morris (Part2)

Talking Australia
Why we have to stop ignoring indigenous science and knowledge: Ian Morris (Part2)
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Ian Morris is a zoologist, educator, conservationist and author that has worked with the traditional owners of Arnhem Land for decades and speaks Djambarrpuyŋu, Warramirri & Gupapuyŋu – all local Indigenous languages. Today, he works as an environmental consultant and teaches children the importance of indigenous science and knowledge. He believes: “If you have the right attitude when you are out in the bush, you are not afraid of what might happen to you but you are fascinated by what’s around you.” This Episode of Talking Australia is hosted by Liz Ginis (Managing Editor Digital at Australian Geographic) and produced by Ben Kanthak (www.beachshackpodcasts.com).   You can also follow us on Instagram @australiangeographic

Why we have to stop ignoring indigenous science and knowledge: Ian Morris (Part1)

Talking Australia
Why we have to stop ignoring indigenous science and knowledge: Ian Morris (Part1)
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Ian Morris is a zoologist, educator, conservationist and author that has worked with the traditional owners of Arnhem Land for decades and speaks Djambarrpuyŋu, Warramirri & Gupapuyŋu – all local Indigenous languages. Today, he works as an environmental consultant and teaches children the importance of indigenous science and knowledge. He believes: “If you have the right attitude when you are out in the bush, you are not afraid of what might happen to you but you are fascinated by what’s around you.” This Episode of Talking Australia is hosted by Liz Ginis (Managing Editor Digital at Australian Geographic) and produced by Ben Kanthak (www.beachshackpodcasts.com).   You can also follow us on Instagram @australiangeographic

History & Culture

Speaking up

Hundreds of languages were once spoken in Australia. Many have slipped from use, but an incredible revival is now awakening sleeping tongues across the nation.