A podcast about Blak Sovereignty. In our third episode we yarn with Barkaa, a proud Wiimpatya, Barkindji, Malyangapa, Noongu powerhouse sister cutting a fresh voice from Blacktown, Darug. Barkaa shares the motivation behind her killer heart-driven lyrics. A mother of three and backed by a potent blak matriarchy, she allows insight to her vision.

Our lands everywhere are hurting and we are being called on urgently to ignite this healing process. Our lands need to be well for our people to be well. Our ancestors are waking us up and we are responding. Blak sovereignty is about the wellbeing of everyone: Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous: we all need to take part.

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CREDITS

Executive Producer: Jaja Dare Producer: Megan Spencer Edit & Sound Mix: Megan Spencer Music: For My Tittas – Barkaa & I Can’t Breathe – Dobby feat. Barkaa.

Additional audio from Barkaa Instagram video

Interview recorded by Rory Noke at Podbooth

Thanks to Jez Conlon for audio wizardry.

About Decolonise: Jaja Dare (Wiradjuri) is ablaze with the exploration of how we move forward as a nation and believes an epic part of decolonising our systems is the internal revolution, a deep commitment to self-responsibility and healing. Systemic racism continues to perpetuate trauma in this country, for our people and our lands. The system is cracking and it is up to all of us to listen deeply. It is time to evolve into what is not only possible, but necessary.

For more info check decolonise.com.au

Decolonise is a self-funded project.

© Jaja Dare 2020