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Archives
Language As Archive
True Crime
Cultural Identity
Australian Indigenous Languages
Revitalization Of Languages
Colonialism
First Nations
Canberra Writers Festival
National Library Of Australia
Paul Girrawah House
Cheryl Leavy
Violence
Decolonization
Cultural Heritage
Oral History
Wurundjeri Land
Winhanganha
Israel-Palestine Conflict
Mark Dapin

Archive Fever is a new Australian history podcast featuring intimate conversations with writers, artists, curators, fellow historians and other victims of the research bug. Each episode, co-hosts Clare Wright and Yves Rees talk to archive addicts about what kind of archives they use, how often they use them, when they got their first hit. Join us as we ask: what madness is this?

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Latest Episodes

How did hearing Samuel Becket say ‘fuck it’ on a scratchy tape kickstart a multi-doctoral author’s archive addiction?

In this episode, Yves and Clare talk to Dr (Dr) Matthew Lamb about his colossal biography of colossus intellect, activist, journa... more

In this raw and intimate episode, historian Dr Sophie Loy-Wilson spills the tea on the psychological rollercoaster of archival research: it offered the ‘biggest high’ and also ‘fucked [her] up’.

From her formative childhood experiences in Beijing,... more

An archival decolonist walks into a colonial institution, and dreams up a whole new paradigm for cultural heritage.

Today on Archive Fever, Wiradjuri librarian and museum educator Nathan Sentance illuminates the challenges and possibilities of bri... more

What does it feel like to be a young, urban, Jewish post-war migrant woman who grabs a camera and walks into the Australian desert, only to emerge 50 years later with an intimate archive of a civil rights movement?

In this very special episode, Yv... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Mudgee Sentance
A graduate librarian and museum educator who advocates for First Nations stories.
Powerhouse Museum
Episode: 53 | The Right of Reply
Juno Gemes
A contemporary photographer who has documented Aboriginal Australians for over 50 years.
Episode: 52 | Living in an Archive
William Dalrymple
Award-winning historian and author, known for his works on the British Empire
Episode: 51 | Loot
Yves Rees
Historian, writer and podcaster, expert on transgender history and politics, author of 'All About Yves' and 'Travelling to Tomorrow'.
La Trobe University
Episode: 50 | Archiving with my Authentic Voice
Mark Dapin
Journalist, novelist, historian, and author of 10 books with a focus on true crime
Simon and Schuster
Episode: 49 | The Fire of Speculation
Clare Wright
Award-winning historian, author, broadcaster, and public commentator
La Trobe University
Episode: 47 | We Must Be Heard
Joan Nestle
An award-winning writer and editor who co-founded the Lesbian Herstory Archives in 1974.
Lesbian Herstory Archives
Episode: 46 | A Hundred Women on the Bed
Antony Loewenstein
Award-winning journalist, filmmaker, and author of 'The Palestine Laboratory'
Independent
Episode: 45 | The Bomb Thrower
Jazz Money
Acclaimed Wiradjuri artist, poet, and filmmaker
Episode: 44 | Everyone is Our Ancestor

Hosts

Clare Wright
Co-host and historian specializing in Australian history, archives, and Indigenous narratives.
Yves Rees
Co-host and historian with expertise in transgender history and politics, known for engaging with contemporary narratives within archival work.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
  • Thoughtful funny daggy
 with great vocab

    Thank goodness I don’t have to rely on my 80’s schooling for all the history I will learn in my life. That last one with Zoe was so good I went and watched her doco straight away. Just my cuppa tea.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gtownwoman
    Australia2 years ago
  • Fabulous

    A lovely podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jack1948!
    Australia5 years ago
  • Fascinating!

    A lovely podcast about an interesting area: the relationship of historians and the things they rely on. Intelligent hosts, great material

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AAturner
    Australia6 years ago
  • Not just for historians!

    Archive fever is nerdishly obsessed with archival methods to be sure, but the stories and enthusiasm of the hosts make this appealing to more than just historians! A truly entertaining and enlivening podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    Australia6 years ago

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Many find the integration of various societal themes compelling, broadening the appeal beyond just historians.

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#142
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#218
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53 | The Right of Reply
Q: What does Archive Fever feel like for you?
Nathan shared that Archive Fever can evoke a range of emotions, including grief, anger, and joy when reconnecting with cultural narratives.
52 | Living in an Archive
Q: At what point did you realize that's what you were doing?
Juno describes the foundational work with archiving as essential to managing her images and experiences.
52 | Living in an Archive
Q: How did your urban intellectual European parents feel about their 25-year-old daughter hitchhiking off to the centre of Australia?
Juno notes her parents' unwavering support, stating they respected her pursuits even if they didn't fully understand them.
52 | Living in an Archive
Q: Can you tell us about your early years with your parents, sort of the prehistory of the woman who would go on to amass this remarkable archival legacy?
Juno reflects on her journey, emphasizing how being a non-Australian-born person allowed her a unique perspective to question Australian identity.
51 | Loot
Q: How does your awareness of your own family history shape how you approach these stories?
William reflects that while he sometimes frames it as a form of reparation, what truly drives him is his passion for the subject matter itself.

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What is Archive Fever about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A unique Australian history podcast emphasizing the nuances of archival research and its deep connection to narrative shaping. Frequent discussions cover a range of topics including Indigenous rights, true crime, LGBTQ histories, and the evolving landscape of historical narratives driven by various identity perspectives. The hosts engage with a diverse array of guests, including historians, authors, and activists, to explore how archives influence storytelling and cultural representation. This format not only provides insight into the practicalities of archival research, but also spark discussions on broader societal issues surrounding history and representation, making it an insightful listen for academics and casual history enthusiasts al... more

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2. Juno Gemes
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4. Yves Rees
5. Mark Dapin
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7. Joan Nestle
8. Antony Loewenstein

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