As our eyes sting from the ashes of the forests,  Richard Flanagan's call for  climate action  becomes prophetic .  Extinction Rebellion rebels blockade Canberra  streets  preventing politicians from leaving Federal parliament to split for holidays, leaving climate action and leadership behind them. Guests:   Richard Flanagan, Author.                 Extinction Rebellion rebels blockading Canberra  streets Song:      Walking with Spirits by  Kai McKenzie                 Mark kai mackenzie (facebook) guitar, vocal, harmonica                Allen Murphy drums and production                Michael Henshaw Bass and technical support                 Recorded at Bagot Road Community, Darwin, Larrakia country            This week's show is #1223, and was produced by Bec Horridge.