Plantation Studios

A CBF grant funded project raising the profile and status of women aged 55-85.

This six-episode series acknowledges the value of older women and their crucial role in society as wisdom holders.

Ep.1: HELENA NORBERG-HODGE.

Linguist, author, filmmaker, pioneer of the new economy movement, and founder/director of Local Futures.

Based on decades of experience in indigenous cultures, in particular Ladakh and Bhutan, Helena has been promoting a big picture understanding of the foundations of human, as well as ecological wellbeing.

Her work has gained her the Alternative Nobel prize, the Arthur Morgan Award and the Goi Peace Prize for contributing to “the revitalization of cultural and biological diversity, and the strengthening of local communities and economies worldwide.”

Helena is author of the inspirational classic Ancient Futures, and Local is Our Future and producer of the award-winning documentaries: The Economics of Happiness, Planet Local and Closer to Home.

Traditional storytelling at its best with wisdom and knowledge shared through the age-old art of conversation.

This is a CBF grant funded project in collaboration with #BayFM Byron.

The final day of the final Island Vibe seemed the perfect time to capture some of the magic in my mic. A handful of friendly folk contribute with their stories, memories, moments and life shaping tales of what this festival has meant to them and so many others. Bon Voyage amigos x

The final day of the final Island Vibe seemed the perfect time to capture some of the magic in my mic. A handful of friendly folk contribute with their stories, memories, moments and life shaping tales of what this festival has meant to them and so many others. Bon Voyage amigos x

The final day of the final Island Vibe seemed the perfect time to capture some of the magic in my mic. A handful of friendly folk contribute with their stories, memories, moments and life shaping tales of what this festival has meant to them and so many others. Bon Voyage amigos x

The final day of the final Island Vibe seemed the perfect time to capture some of the magic in my mic. A handful of friendly folk contribute with their stories, memories, moments and life shaping tales of what this festival has meant to them and so many others. Bon Voyage amigos x

Julian is set to bring a taste of Morocco and Mali's rich musical traditions to Australian audiences, sharing the sacred sounds of traditional trance music from Northern Africa.

The Byron concert features an all-star lineup, including Malian master guitarist Moussa Diakite and Qvln from California, USA.

Julian Belbachir's debut solo album, "Babdoukkala," made an impressive entrance, debuting in the Top 30 of the Transglobal World Music Chart. It received critical acclaim worldwide, including a prestigious 5-star review in Songlines UK. The album, which features world-class Aussie/African musicians, was listed among the top ten albums globally released that month.

A multi-instrumentalist, Julian is proficient in playing the N’goni (African Harp), drums, and percussion. He is best known as the vibrant percussionist in the Indigenous dub band OKA, with a performance history spanning over 30 countries and notable appearances at renowned festivals such as Glastonbury Festival UK, Byron Blues Fest, Island Vibes, and Vancouver International Jazz Festival. His lifelong dedication to studying and playing the traditional folkloric music of North and West Africa has established him as a sought-after producer, composer, and musician.

Techa Beaumont and Simon Jankleson spring into the BayFM studios from Mullum SEED Inc. a leading environmental organisation here in the Northern Rivers.

They partner with other community organisations to strengthen mutually beneficial projects and offer governance advice and funding support to emerging local initiatives that protect and enhance our natural environment.

We chat about two upcoming important events: The Bruns River Keepers, the bi-annual Spring Plant Fair happening Sunday 28th Sept at the Mullum Comm Gardens!

Svea Pitman joins me for a chat about the issues wildlife are facing due to newly erected fencing on the Wallum site.

Many animals are finding themselves trapped inside and outside of the fencing. There are ways you can help raise awareness and create change. Listen here for the latest info!

Wren McLean - Project Manager Zero Emissions Byron has a strong sense of responsibility to protect the health of our planet for future generations of all species and has committed her working life to the environmental sector.

One of the projects Wren is currently working on is the GOOD ECO-CULTURAL FIRE event on Oct 1st @ Woodlands Community, 146 Old Bangalow Road, Byron Bay.

This project involves Byron Shire Council, Zero Emissions Byron & Jargun Aboriginal Alliance Corporation. Together they are restoring 'GOOD FIRE' to conserve biodiversity, improve community co-operation, bushfire safety and continue connection to Country.

Hear the full interview and how to book your spot in the upcoming workshop.

Authors of two stunning books in the series 'Nourishing Those Who Nurture' Caitlin Priday & Tahlia Mynott are in the studio to share stories around pregnancy and motherhood along with a scrotum cooling moment for men!

Tahlia is a clinical nutritionist specialising in Womens health.

Caitlin is a doula with a background in holistic food medicine, Kinesiology and Shaminism

We learn more about the juicy content of both books: 'More than a Food Bible for New Mothers' and 'More than a Preconception Guide to Conscious Conception'.