Djon Mundine OAM is a writer, curator, activist and self-described 'occasional artist'. He reflects on the importance of creating memorials to Aboriginal people across Australia, including the regions.

The indefatigable Tim Minchin has achieved worldwide success as a comedian, composer, actor and writer, but twenty years ago he wanted to be known as a singer-songwriter.

Also, Alan Cumming shares his Best Advice and we learn about the Alexander Technique — an approach to movement developed by a Tasmanian orator in the 1890s.

Three books that explore the world through the eyes of minorities and outsiders: Angie Cruz on Dominicana, After Australia anthology and C Pam Zhang's alternative version of the American West.

BW and BL talk to Miranda Tapsell and Nakkiah Lui about their new podcast, and sneak past Ray Martin's security.

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On the back of protests against police brutality we discuss what this means for policing on screen. Jason speaks with the director of TV series Made in Italy, a new doco about climate change and Joanna Hoggs' The Souvenir.

Artist Callum Morton turns his attention to the Sirius Building in The Rocks in Sydney, and reflects on the nature of monuments and activism, in light of the Black Lives Matter protests taking place across the world.

Australia's highly awarded soprano Emma Matthews shares stories from her life — from a childhood at sea, to achieving international renown, and teaching young singers to stay grounded while portraying characters who meet bitter ends.

Also, in theatre-mad Estonia a young woman with no experience as a theatregoer is challenged to see every production in the country over a 12-month period.

Meet Celeste Ng author of Little Fires Everywhere and Mammut, the talking fossil, and hear from prominent Australian authors on the future after Corona virus.

Benjamin and Beverley look at which TV shows and films have been removed from streaming services and even cancelled outright following weeks of Black Lives Matter protests around the world. Is this the pop culture equivalent of tearing down statues?

Jason speaks with the cinematographer on Spike Lee's new film Da 5 Bloods. A discussion on the Northern Irish sitcom Derry Girls, and an interview from Paris with writer-director Justine Triet.