Yes, It's Okay To Feel Proud To Be Australian

Tomorrow is January 26 and for many that means a day off work to have a bbq with friends, maybe some fireworks or a trip to the beach with family. But for many, January 26 represents a day of pain and suffering for First Nations People. In this episode of The Quicky, we discuss the ongoing debate surrounding the 26th of January. The historical significance of the date, its impact on First Nations Australians and the growing conversations around Australia Day. Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Narelda Jacobs - Whadjuk Noongar Australian TV Presenter and Journalist Isabella Higgins - Torrest Strait Islander, Journalist and European Correspondent for ABC News Linda Burney - Wiradjuri Woman Australia's Minister for Indigenous Australians Marianne McKay - Organiser of the Invasion Day Rally in Boorloo Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom Lion Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.