Earth Matters

Earth Matters

Bec Horridge, Claudia Craig, Mia Audrey & Keiran Stewart-Assheton.

Episodes 543
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Since Dec 2014
Latest Episode May 2026

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Local and global environmental issues from grassroots, activist perspectives with a strong social justice focus. Distributed nationally on the Community Radio Network.

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Part 2 Exploring Extreme Heat: The Mental Health Impacts of Heat

May 31, 2026

Content WarningThe episode mentions domestic and sexual violence, and online hate in this episode which might be distressing for some listeners. Later on there is a more in-depth discussion of mental…

Fire Scientists on Impacts of Planned Burns in Wet Forests

May 24, 2026

This week on Earth Matters, Hannah speaks with fire scientist Phil Zylstra about the large planned burn that took place in the Snowy River National Park.  He speaks on the ecological impacts planned…

Conservation: Back2Basics

May 17, 2026

This episode of Earth Matters examines the ecological crisis unfolding across this continent, from the destruction of the Victorian Volcanic Plains to extinction, land clearing, invasive species and…

Sooty on the High Court win that affirms right for third parties with a "special interest" to take Forestry Corporation to court while 15 year old Jesinta calls for more relevant environmental education in schools. [with transcript]

May 10, 2026

Sooty from South East Forest Rescue shares a significant legal win in the High Court, which affirmed the right for third parties with a "special interest" to take Forestry Corporation to court in New…

A regenerative approach to international development

May 03, 2026

This week on Earth Matters, we zoom out, and across the world, to speak with an author and human development practitioner based in Antigua, about the big picture of sustainable development. You’ll…

Felling of Mt Macedon snow gums leaves conservationists aghast

Apr 26, 2026

Felling of Mt Macedon snow gums leaves conservationists aghast This week Earth Matters travels to a mountain peak in Central Victoria where the State government has destroyed almost a hectare of…

Women coming together to activate the UNFCCC Belém Gender Action Plan

Apr 19, 2026

The Belém Gender Action Plan is a nine-year framework, representing a historic step forward in embedding gender equality into climate action. ensuring inclusive, intersectional, and gender-responsive…

Women coming together to activate the UNFCCC Belém Gender Action Plan

Apr 19, 2026

The Belém Gender Action Plan is a nine-year framework, representing a historic step forward in embedding gender equality into climate action. ensuring inclusive, intersectional, and gender-responsive…

Return Lee Point to Larrakia People

Apr 05, 2026

Mia interviews Te Raukura O’Connell Rapira and Laniyuk, two staunch and inspiring warriors in the defence of Larrakia country. Larrakia country is Laniyuk’s country, and together with Te Raukura and…

Earth Matters: Compassion and kindness in government - a gateway to wise action on climate change and other challenges?

Mar 28, 2026

Continuing our popular online Women's Climate Congress conversation series, this event featured  Jennifer Nadel FRSA, Co-Founder and CEO, Compassion in Politics (UK).In the last federal election…

Part One Exploring Extreme Heat | Hot histories: can past heatwaves teach us how to adapt to extreme heat?

Mar 22, 2026

Exploring Extreme Heat: Part One Hot histories - can heatwaves of the past teach us how to adapt to extreme heat? Earth Matters is embarking on a multi-episode series exploring what intense heat…

Interview with Basalt Buddies Pirate Nursery

Mar 15, 2026

In this edition of Earth Matters, host Keiran Stewart-Assheton interviews Matt from the pirate nursery Basalt Buddies, discussing the Victorian Grassland Plains, local conservation efforts, the…

Lutruwita Forest Resistance Tour

Mar 08, 2026

As with all other areas of Direct Activism for social and environmental justice, some of the most staunch, courageous and passionate forest defenders are women. At the Lutruwita Forest Resistance…

Connecting With Our Living World Through Poetry

Mar 01, 2026

Mia speaks with two poets about their recent books, both of which chronicle relationship-building with the more-than-human world. Eungedup is a work of poetry and narrative non-fiction recounting…

Adrian Burragubba & Guridyula jubilant on their right to protect Doongmabulla Springs. /South Coast Action Network

Feb 22, 2026

A jubilant senior cultural custodian, Adrian Burragubba makes the first announcement of a landmark decision handed down in the Queensland Court of Appeal, restoring the case to protect the sacred…

"Ancient Futures" with Helena Norberg-Hodge. (with transcript).

Feb 15, 2026

Helena Norberg-Hodge is a pioneer of the new economy movement, a filmmaker, author and founding director of Local Futures, which is committed to the revitalisation of cultural and biological…

Arts and the Climate Part 2

Feb 08, 2026

Mia chats with the folks behind A Climate for Art and Creative Climate, initiatives driving climate conversations and action in the arts and cultural sector. Eliki Reade is an Interdependent Producer…

Hear the rapturous cheers when Rising Tide coal port blockade succeeds in stopping coal ships.

Feb 01, 2026

Earth Matters brings you Voices from "Rising Tide" protest blocking coal ships in Moolobinba/Newcastle, highlighting youth climate anxiety, calls for government accountability, and the…

Invasion Day - Colonialism and Climate Collapse

Jan 25, 2026

This Invasion Day, Earth Matters confronts the truth behind January 26 — not as a celebration, but as the beginning of invasion and ecological destruction.From colonisation as an environmental…

Yurlu |Country: Wittenoom asbestos documentary tells Banjima elder’s cultural story

Jan 18, 2026

‘Aboriginal people in Western Australia experience the highest rates of death from mesothelioma globally. That’s because of Wittenoom. And there isn’t a Banjima family who isn’t touched by this. This…

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