By: Russ Matthews
The world of publishing can be a veritable hodgepodge of inexplicable successes. Continue reading “‘American Fiction’ A Brilliant Satire of the Publishing World”
‘American Fiction’ A Brilliant Satire of the Publishing World
‘Till’ Tells an Important Story That is Timeless
By: Russ Matthews
Within any movement, some names and events define that portion of history. Continue reading “‘Till’ Tells an Important Story That is Timeless”
Does ‘Colour Blindness’ Need a Cure?
By: Laura Bennett
My closest group of friends is quite a ramshackle bunch. We’re German, Eurasian, South African, Burmese, Indian and Australian. But we’re all Australian. And I’ve never seen us by those nationalities until it came up in conversation when we were talking about everyone’s journey to citizenship. Continue reading “Does ‘Colour Blindness’ Need a Cure?”
Can Racism Be Stopped in the Schoolyard? A New Doco is About to Find Out
By: Sam Robinson
Australia is a diverse country, but how accepting are we of each other? A new ABC documentary series is observing a pilot program designed to change the conversation about race in a south-western Sydney primary school. Continue reading “Can Racism Be Stopped in the Schoolyard? A New Doco is About to Find Out”
How To Heal A Country: Celebrate Our Differences Says US Pastor
By: Justin Rouillon
The death of African-American man George Floyd at the hands of a white Minneapolis police officer has laid bare the deep divide that exists in the US over race relations. Continue reading “How To Heal A Country: Celebrate Our Differences Says US Pastor”
“White Privilege” And Indigenous Reparations
By: Akos Balogh
Should Australia give reparations to Indigenous peoples for stealing their land? Historian and author Meredith Lake thinks so. Continue reading ““White Privilege” And Indigenous Reparations”
“Green Book” Will Make You Want to Be a Better Person
Above: Tony Lip and Dr Don Shirley in Green Book. Source: greenbookmovie.com
By: Rachel Murphy
Why is it that the most unlikely friendships are always the most moving? I think it’s the acceptance and the growth you see in the people. Green Book is based on the true story of a most unlikely friendship. Continue reading ““Green Book” Will Make You Want to Be a Better Person”
Political Discourse or Sexist Abuse? Did Leyonhjelm Cross A Line?
By: Anne Rinaudo
Do men need to change their language? Senator David Leyonhjelm is refusing to withdraw or apologise for comments directed at Senator Sarah Hanson-Young. Those comments have widely been criticised as abusive and sexist. She is threatening to sue him. Is name calling part of political discourse or did he cross the line? Continue reading “Political Discourse or Sexist Abuse? Did Leyonhjelm Cross A Line?”
Recognising and Changing Race Stereotyping
By: Anne Rinaudo
The National Geographic Magazine is laying bare their record of misunderstanding race. The iconic magazine has commissioned an unflinching special report into its representations of race over the years. Continue reading “Recognising and Changing Race Stereotyping”
What Black Panther Says About Humans Will Shock You
By: Sam Chan
Black Panther is the latest instalment in the Marvel franchise. Scoring 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, it is the #1 movie at the box office right now. But what makes this movie so special? Continue reading “What Black Panther Says About Humans Will Shock You”