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35 Episodes 2020 - 2020
Episode 1
54 mins
The Point examines the Australian identity and where the Indigenous story sits within the national psyche. We take a look at 21st century Australia and the stories that define us as a nation and look to the future as Australia grapples with the uncomfortable truths of the past and imagine how we may better entwine the colonial and migrant stories within the ancient spirit of this land.
Episode 2
54 mins
The Point travels to Broome, Western Australia as part of our on the road approach to take you to the true heart of Australia. From Beagle Bay to Broome, we explore the unique challenges and celebrate the strengths and stories of First Nations communities. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 3
55 mins
The Point marks International Women's Day by celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women breaking the mould. Reporter Keira Jenkins explores how women are cutting through traditionally male dominated industries and leaving their mark. Journalist Madeline Hayman-Reber meets the all-female Lake Tyers Aboriginal Fire Fighting team. And we meet a remarkable mother who's beaten a debilitating drug habit and found her voice as a rap performer. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and Rae Johnston.
Episode 4
55 mins
The Point takes a look at the Coronavirus pandemic and asks how we can protect our communities, our elders and our culture. Epidemiologist Mary-Louise Mclaws from UNSW joins us live on the panel to talk next steps in the hunt for a vaccination for COVID-19. Western Australian correspondent Rangi Hirini meets members of the Women's Footy team in Looma and hears how the game is transforming their lives. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 5
55 mins
The Point takes a look at the Coronavirus pandemic and asks how we can best be prepared to protect our communities, our elders and our culture. Epidemiologist Lisa Jackson-Pulver from Sydney University and Dr Mark Wenitong answer your questions about COVID-19. We are joined live by Neighbour Day ambassador and landscape architect Costa Georgiadis to chat about how to stay socially connected while social distancing. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Shahni Wellington.
Episode 6
56 mins
The Point explores our unique sense of humour and how we used comedy to as a way to have our voices heard. Reporter Madeline Hayman-Reber takes a look at the impact our stand up comics are having on the comedy circuit. And we examine the impact films like 'Barbecue Area' have had in discussing the impact of colonisation on our people. Presented by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 7
56 mins
The Point explores the impact of Coronavirus to black businesses, with Laura Berry from Supply Nation joining us live on the desk - at a distance of course. Journalist Keira Jenkins investigates the impact to the Indigenous tourism industry. Journalist Ryan Liddle looks at how the Indigenous arts industry has diversified its business during this challenging time. Plus we answer your questions about COVID-19. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 8
55 mins
The Point explores the different ways we are represented through pop culture in Australia and the new ways our stories are being told and interpreted. Reporter Brooke Fryer takes a look at the popular video site TikTok and the ways our mob are standing out. Journalist Ryan Liddle takes a look at the Aboriginal comic books that are encouraging our kids to want to read. And what shows you need to watch while isolating. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 9
55 mins
The Point examines how our lost cultural heritage is being slowly returning home. Reporter Danny Teece-Johnson travels to the UK to follow the repatriation of cultural artifacts. Journalist Douglas Smith heads to Burketown as Gangalidda-Garawa cultural objects come home. And Karla Grant meets a unique family who's been on the hunt to find the remains of their baby brother and return him to country. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 10
55 mins
The Point takes a look at how Australia has changed in 250 years since James Cook's arrival. We explore the white fantasy and myths surrounding Cook and examine our people's strong will to survive against pandemics and removal from our ancestral lands. Reporter Keira Jenkins investigates the plan to redevelop significant cultural land at Sydney's Yarra Bay into a port. And we take a look at the latest impacts of the corona-virus pandemic. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 11
55 mins
The Point investigates the long term impacts of the coronavirus pandemic to our communities in regards to housing, education, employment and the federal government's closing the gap targets. Journalist Ryan Liddle examines the risk overcrowding could have on our communities and how realistic it is to social distance in cramped living conditions. And journalist Brooke Fryer meets a Wiradjuri family doing it tough home schooling two boys with learning difficulties. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 12
55 mins
The Point examines the impact of COVID19 to Indigenous communities worldwide during the Coronavirus pandemic. Journalist Keira Jenkin explores the footprint within the Navajo Nation of North East Arizona. And Journalist Ryan Liddle investigates whether our communities are disproportionately affected by the virus. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 13
56 mins
The Point examines the impact of COVID-19 to our national sporting codes as well as state and local competitions and the knock on affect to our physical and mental health. Journalist Rangi Hirini checks in on our mob preparing to head overseas for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. And journalist Shahni Wellington finds out the plans for the 50th annual Koori Knockout from the reigning champions, the South Coast Black Cockatoos.
Episode 14
54 mins
The Point marks 20 years since the Corroboree 2000 reconciliation walks where thousands of Australians walked over bridges across the nation in solidarity. We are also joined live by award winning filmmakers Rachel Perkins and Warwick Thornton to talk about the importance of Indigenous perspective in changing hearts and minds of Australians. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 15
55 mins
The death of yet another African American at the hands of police has led to global 'Black Lives Matter' demonstrations. The Point examines the treatment of people of colour in the United States and compares the situation with Australia, almost 30 years on from the Royal Commission into Aboriginal deaths in custody. Hosted by Ryan Liddle and Shahni Wellington.
Episode 16
54 mins
Following unprecedented Black Lives Matter marches across the country, The Point analyses how recommendations from the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody have been implemented, and explores what steps should be taken to prevent any more of our people dying. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 17
55 mins
The Point reflects on the history of black protests in Australia, from the 1938 Day of Mourning to the decades of marching on January 26 and the recent Black Lives Matter rallies. Our people have hit the pavement to pressure governments to change policy impacting our lives. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 18
55 mins
The Point examines the disproportionate number of our people that are imprisoned and the justice system and government policies that are locking us up in increasing numbers. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 19
55 mins
The Point investigates the road ahead for black businesses and industries across the nation after Coronavirus related closures. We take a look at how corporate Australia has responded to the Black Lives Matter movement locally. And we check in on the Indigenous tourism industry recovering from the devastating impact of border closures. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 20
54 mins
This week the Point marks what should be NAIDOC Week; we look at the rich protest history that NAIDOC was born from and how its evolved over the years to celebrate the achievements of our community and put us squarely on the map. We speak to those that have made key contributions to the evolution of our national week and we talk about what NAIDOC could look like in the future. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 21
54 mins
The Point takes an in-depth look at "Cancel Culture" and examines how media companies have been responding to content that depict racist views and stereotypes of our people across historic and current creative works. "Cancel Culture" is increasingly becoming more common - but at what cost? We explore whether cancelling, keeping or contextualising content is the best approach to educate audiences. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 22
55 mins
The Point explores what a truth telling process could look like in Australia as we confront our nation's forgotten history. In the 250th year since Lieutenant Cook's alleged 'discovery' of Australia, we ask how history can be decolonised and what should be done with the countless number of statues and tributes to the 'crooks' that litter our towns and cities.
Episode 23
54 mins
The Point investigates the impacts domestic violence is having in our communities and families as some states enter a second Coronavirus lockdown. We explore how the tightening of COVID restrictions has had a traumatic impact on some households and families. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 24
53 mins
The Point showcases the work of our people protecting biodiversity and Country across the globe. We explore why an Indigenous led national cultural fire strategy could make a difference to the 2021 bushfire season as we join the Girringun Rangers for a traditional burn in Cardwell. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 25
54 mins
On World Suicide Prevention Day, The Point investigates why suicide rates of our people are four times higher than non-Indigenous Australians. We explore how our communities are coping with isolation and mental health through the Coronavirus pandemic. And we hear Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Warung artist Jandamarra Cadd's personal journey. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Shahni Wellington.
Episode 26
53 mins
The Point celebrates First Nations Fashion, from designers, to artists and accessories, black businesses have been able to thrive throughout the coronavirus pandemic. We explore how artists express culture, identity and storytelling through their work. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 27
54 mins
The Point looks back at the 2000 Sydney Olympics as a defining moment when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures were shared to the world. From Cathy Freeman lighting the cauldron, to Yothu Yindi performing at the closing ceremony, the team explore this moment in our history and examine whether Australia has grown in the two decades since. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 28
53 mins
The Point examines how black artists and musicians use their work to highlight issues impacting on our communities throughout the Black Lives Matter movement and beyond. The team also investigates the path forward for black creative industries from stage to screen to dance and entertainment in rebuilding after Coronavirus related restrictions have eased across the nation. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 29
54 mins
The Point explores the early stages of our children's development and the need to strengthen all families so they can give their kids the best start to life. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 30
53 mins
The Point pays tribute to our ongoing connection to Elders, past and present, the gift of handing down their knowledge and guiding us to continue the fight for our people. Hosted by Shahni Wellington and John Paul Janke.
Episode 31
53 mins
The Point explores the campaign to raise the age of criminal responsibility in Australia, with discussions around the ongoing impact that incarceration has on our young people. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 32
53 mins
The world watched on a year ago when the gates to the contentious Uluru climb were finally closed. This week, The Point explores other sacred sites across the country and the road ahead to actively protect Country. Hosted by Rachael Hocking and John Paul Janke.
Episode 33
53 mins
The Point explores community led programs that are helping our people overcome different forms of addiction, particularly through the Coronavirus pandemic. We visit Gumbi Gumbi, a rehabilitation centre with heart in central Queensland. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 34
53 mins
One year on from the tragic death of Warlpiri man Kumanjayi Walker at the hands of police in Central Australia, The Point examines what community reform could look like in practice. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.
Episode 35
54 mins
In The Point's 2020 season finale, we celebrate the next generation of Aboriginal and Torrest Strait Islander warriors stepping up tp improve the lives of our people, every day. Hosted by John Paul Janke and Rachael Hocking.