***PLEASE NOTE THE CONTENT WARNING BELOW BEFORE LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE***We all know it’s happening. We all know someone who it is happening to. Yet we do not talk about it enough, if at all! Family Violence is an insidious undercurrent in our relationships that sometimes is disguised as tradition or culture. However, the factors that lead to Family Violence are both complex and deeply personal. We sit down with researcher Akuch Anyieth to unpack why Family Violence is so difficult to address and why there is no one-size-fits-all solution to solve the problem.Heritage: South Sudanese CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains material that is sometimes confronting and disturbing. Sometimes words or narratives can cause sadness or distress, or trigger traumatic memories for people, particularly survivors of past abuse, violence or childhood trauma.For some people, these responses can be overwhelming. If you need to talk to someone, support is available.1800RESPECT (1800 737 732)This is a 24-hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault.Men's Referral Service - 1300 766 491This service from No to Violence offers assistance, information and counselling to help men who use family violence.Mensline Australia (1300 789 978)Supports men and boys who are dealing with family and relationship difficulties. 24/7 telephone and online support and information service for Australian men.Lifeline (13 11 14)Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call 13 11 14, or text 0477 13 11 14 at night (6 pm-midnight AEDT). Someone will help put you in contact with a crisis service in your state or territory. 13 Yarn (13 92 76)The first national crisis support line for mob who are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping. They offer a confidential one-on-one yarning opportunity with a Lifeline-trained Aboriginal & Torress Strait Islander Crisis Supporter.Kids Help Line (1800 551 800)Free, private and confidential, telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged between 5 and 25 in Australia.Elder Abuse Help Line (1800 353 374)Free information and support services for people who experience or witness the abuse of an older person. Operating hours vary.Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636)Information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live. Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info

Associate Professor Dr Kathomi Gatwiri never intended to pursue Race Relations studies when she landed in Australia for tertiary education. However, her academic career highlighted the lack of comprehensive research on the diverse experiences of migrant Black people in Australia. Tired of the monolithic narrative that African Australians get, Dr Kathomi has now dedicated the last few years of her career to cataloguing and researching the Black experience in Australia. We sit down to unpack some of her findings, including her recently published seminal work Afrodiasporic Identities in Australia and how she is experiencing her Blackness in Australia. Heritage: Kenyan Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info

“Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus”. A narrative we are often told to describe the tension between men and women. But how does that translate when it comes to the matters of the heart? We unpack the journey of love from a male perspective as Psychiatrist and Storytelling Aficionado Dr Xavier Mulenga shares what the male perspective looks like when exploring intimacy in relationships. GUIDANCE: The conversation uses explicit terms so listener discretion is advised! Heritage: Zambian Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info

Life comes at you fast when you become an adult. Suddenly you have bills, you need to pay for your own groceries and have to book your own Dr’s appointment?! Wintana and Rahel join us for a candid and sobering conversation on what it means to adult and the tools (or lack thereof) we have as we enter this pivotal phase of life.Heritage: Ethiopian Australian Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info

We sit down with Forensic Clinical Specialist Calvin Jutasi to discuss the perception of problem behaviours, how it presents within the community and the devastating effects when the justice system is involved. Calvin also challenges how we don’t address problem behaviours in our own household and how the community can play a part in providing a supportive structure by creating a safe space to get assistance. As the saying goes, “Charity begins at home.”Heritage: Zimbabwean Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info

Welcome to the Can We Talk About It Podcast, where we dive deep into the uncomfortable conversations to help promote positive attitudes towards the taboo topics that impact us all. From sensitive issues around mental health, relationships, social justice to the realities of discrimination, we're here to create a safe space where we can address these topics head-on. Our aim is to foster better understanding, respect, and unity in our community. We believe that by having these important conversations, we can learn, grow, and empower one another to live fulfilled lives. We've got some amazing guests joining us to share their experiences and insights, and we can't wait for you to be part of the conversation. Join us as we tackle these tough topics with compassion, empathy, and an open mind. Let's break down barriers and start the conversation that will lead to positive change in our community. Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info

We catch up with Season 1 Guests and invite our listeners as we recap  Season 1. Guests share their feedback on sharing their personal stories and listeners get to share how influential the topics were in their offline conversations with friends and family! Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info

Sasha Sarago takes us through her life's journey as an African American and Wadjanbarra Yidinji and Jirrbal woman.  Sasha shares her motivations behind her ‘Decolonising Beauty’ campaign and gives us a gentle reminder of the duties we have as settlers, to protect and respect the people and the sacred land we now call home. Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info

We explore the heavy and uncomfortable conversation about mental health with Mental Health Counsellor Walter Carter and how both internal and external factors affect our wellbeing. Walter shares some tips on how to lighten the load and find safe spaces to speak about what’s heavy on our minds. TRIGGER WARNING: Themes of suicide and depression are discussed in this episode.Heritage: African American, Polish Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info

Our favourite journo and filmmaker Santilla Chingaipe shares her story about why she loves storytelling and how she started. Santilla also illuminates us on the dopeness of being Black and how she can find community and belonging anywhere in the world! Connect with us on our socials! A Safe Space Media ProductionCreative Director, Producer & Host : Charmaine HunzwiSeason 1 Producer & Guest Host: Adongwot ManyoulSoundtrack by Chol Muorter (Retroum Productions)Follow us on Instagram Facebook TiktokEmail us on [email protected] Website www.canwetalkaboutit.info