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Blacademia
Women's Health
Wadarong Country
New South Wales
Aboriginal Education
Indigenous Knowledge Systems
Indigenous Methodologies
Higher Education
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Indigenous Health
Healthcare Disparities
Indigenousx
Education
Phd Journey
Legal Education
Indigenous Representation
Covid-19
Endometriosis
Public Health System
Melbourne Zoo
University Of Newcastle

Blacademia: Indigenous experiences of the academy, here in so-called Australia. Hosted by Dr Amy Thunig-McGregor. S2: Dec, 2025. S1: Dec, 2019.

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Adam Fletcher is a proud Gringai Wonnarua man who is a member of the Lester Family. The family have Traditional Ownership connections to the Allyn River near Barrington as well as the former St Clair Mission in Mount Olive near Singleton. He is incre... more

Dr Gemma Sentance, Wiradjuri woman and legal eagle extraordinaire recently completed her PhD which investigated the experiences of First Nations law graduates in colonial legal institutions. In our yarn we discuss, gifts, and how academia can be a sp... more

Luke Pearson is a Gamilaraay man, who founded IndigenousX in 2012. IndigenousX is a 100% Indigenous owned and operated media, consultancy, and training organisation IndigenousX believes in the principles of self-determination and works to effect chan... more

A Pairrebenne Trawlwoolway woman from Tebrakunna Country in northeast Trouwerner (Tasmania), Dr Lauren Tynan’s research areas encompass human geography and Indigenous studies, developing original methodological approaches, and contending with ethics,... more

From hairdresser’s apprentice, to primary school teacher of over 15 years, Kahlia Saunders is a Gunditjmara and Boandik woman who now leads in the language revitalisation space as a Language and Culture Officer across NSW. Relevant Links from this ep... more

In this episode I yarn with Wonnarua woman and fierce medical advocate - Dr Leila Usher Obstetrician & Gynaecologist; FRANZCOG, MBBS; HNELHD - JHH, NMH. Please note that this episode includes discussion of Women’s Business, systemic violence, birth a... more

This is the final episode for season 1 of Blacademia. This week's guest is Dr Lorraine Muller.

My guest for Season 1, Episode 7 is the remarkable DR MARLENE LONGBOTTOM. In this episode we yarn up about: The value fo connection, mentorship, and uplifting/supporting mob in the academy and community What does being a 'post-doc' mean? Working in H... more

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Dr. Gemma Sentance
Powerbureadury woman and co-leader of the Kathleen Fitzpatrick Fellowship.
Jumbunna Institute
Episode: S2 E5 with Dr Gemma Sentance
Luke Pearson
CEO and founder of IndigenousX, lecturer, and soon-to-be PhD holder
IndigenousX
Episode: S2 E3 with Luke Pearson
Dr. Lauren Tynan
Parabena-Truway woman and research fellow in geography and planning
Macquarie University
Episode: S2 E4 with Dr Lauren Tynan
Kahlia Saunders
Language and Culture Officer for NSW and proud Gunditjmara and Bowendig woman
State of New South Wales
Episode: S2 E1 with Kahlia Saunders
Dr. Leila Usher
Indigenous obstetrician with extensive experience in women's health.
John Hunter Hospital
Episode: S2 E2 with Dr Leila Usher

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Dr. Amy Thunig-McGregor
Host and academic focused on Indigenous experiences in higher education.

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S2 E5 with Dr Gemma Sentance
Q: So you finished the PhD, you were a lawyer, you don't want to be a lawyer anymore?
No, I realized the legal profession didn't align with my values and led to anxiety and burnout.
S2 E5 with Dr Gemma Sentance
Q: Can you talk to, like, what was your PhD on?
It was on the experiences of First Nations law graduates in colonial legal institutions, focusing on personal impacts and the narratives that are often overlooked.
S2 E3 with Luke Pearson
Q: Why a Ph.D. now?
Luke Pearson explains that he felt it was time to reflect on his work with IndigenousX and the importance of documenting stories and anti-racism education practices: he believes it's essential to understand both what works and what should be done in education.
S2 E4 with Dr Lauren Tynan
Q: Why do you choose to be an academic?
I think for me it is about knowledge and stories; research helps to hold and gather stories while teaching disseminates them.
S2 E2 with Dr Leila Usher
Q: How did you keep going when you faced so many personal challenges while in medical school?
Dr. Usher mentions that finding something she loves, like helping others through challenging situations, kept her motivated despite personal hardships.

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

Focusing on Indigenous experiences in academia, the content often highlights the personal journeys of Indigenous scholars navigating the unique challenges of higher education in Australia. Key themes include the importance of representation, the complexities of cultural identity, and the necessity of integrating Indigenous methodologies. The discussions often feature personal anecdotes, offering listeners insights into the experiences of First Nations individuals and the systemic issues they encounter in educational settings. Episodes uniquely emphasize community engagement and the role of support systems in fostering success amongst Indigenous students, setting a strong tone for advocacy and celebration of Indigenous voices within academia... more

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