Wi3W – Ep 12 – Poem ~ Walk in 3 Worlds
This poem came about from observing the growth and changes of young Kitch from 2007 to today. His passion to learn the customs, stories and language of Samoa.
Aussie Fifty Dollar Note
Poem written by Greg Dodge There’s something very special about this true Aussie legend that I’m about to share,He led such an exceptional life, spanning ninety-five long years, for his people even today, that was very rare. He was born in South Australia of the Ngarrindjeripeople in 1872, Where he was acknowledged at such a…
Wi3W Ep 11 – Poem ~ Charlotte Simpson-Hall (My Convict past) – Written and Spoken by Greg Dodge
Greg Dodge is a sixth generation descendant from Charlotte Simpson-Hall who was transported to Australia on the Lady Juliana known as The Floating Brothel.
Healing the Past
These series of videos below are worth watching to get a perspective of what has occurred to the people of this land prior to the European (Portugese, Dutch, French and British) and Asian visits. Generational trauma caused by colonisation is what we all must today have a deeper understanding (and respect) of so we can…
Wi3W Ep 10 – Yarraka and Greg interview author, Nayef Din, about his new book, “The Last Gundir”
About Nayef Din. Nayef Din is a British civil engineer who was born in Kuwait but left when a nearby dictator invaded with his tanks. He grew up in north London graduating from Imperial College before starting his career designing buildings, bridges and tunnels. In 2008, he left London for Brisbane. His true passion is…
Australianitus
Poem written and spoken by Greg Dodge Inspired by Rupert McCalls “Green and Gold Malaria” The hour would soon arrive when I could no longer ignore the pain. I was obviously hurting, so I went to visit Doctor Lane. This regular appointment would adjudicate my fate. I walked into his room and I gave it…
Wi3W Ep 9 – Poem ~ Aussie Fifty Dollar Note (in honour of David Unaipon, a true Australian legend)
Around late 2018 I was looking at a new Australian Fifty Dollar ($50) note, as I was curious about who the First Nation person was that I had been seeing since 1995 on the old $50 note. Not that I had many in my possession, by the way. The Reserve Bank of Australia had released…
My Mate Dusty
It was purely by accident that we met that day, strolling down Boundary Street.He was a little unkempt, asking people for money, with no shoes upon his feet.I approached him and asked him if he’d like coffee and cake instead.‘Yes my friend’, he replied, ‘but could I change that to a coke and chicken in…
Wi3W Ep 8 – Greg interviews Peter Forday, a true Aussie as an ABC (Australian Born Chinese)
Peter Forday is a proud Aussie. He is a facilitator and performance coach whose clients are most commonly looking for better ways to engage, develop and inspire others. He is known for his experience, networks, authenticity and expertise in helping clients focus on what matters. He is Non Director Executive and Chair of Multicultural Australia…