We deal with threats – both real and perceived – all the time. In this episode, journalism students at Swinburne University look at how we are confronting some of those threats. From having the right to protest, to supporting the wellbeing of children, to some of life’s basics like driving a car, swimming at the beach and trying to find a job. And we end on an uplifting note with some bogan funk. What is that? Have a listen and get onboard.
*Content warning* This episode includes references to mental health and suicide.
Host: Matthew Parkhill
Stories
'The Right to Protest' - Reporter: Star Despotellis
'Short Stay Tax' - Reporter: Elke De Smet
'Mental Health in the Classroom' - Reporter: Miah Foster
'Behind The Wheel' - Reporter: Mitch Davis
'Swim Safe' - Reporter: Stella McErwin
'Finding Work' - Reporter: Ethan Lonsdale
'Switching Off' - Reporter: Keenan D’Souza
'Bogan Funk' - Reporter: Louie Cina
Episode Executive Producer: Peter Marcato
Supervising Producer: Simon Brady
Music
‘Betelgeuse’ / Kunal Shingade
‘Come Back Home’ / Olexy
Photos
'Protest' - Matthew Parkhill
'Classroom' - WOKANDAPIX
'Traffic' - Curious Collectibles
More stories from Swinburne University:
The Burne - https://www.theburne.com.au/
More stories from The Junction
https://junctionjournalism.com/
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