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Broadcasting straight from the heart of Remote Communities, Black Star Radio brings a fresh twist to local radio with stories, music, and connections that matter.
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From Kansas to the Tablelands: The Baritone Who Found Home (opens the original)
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In this episode, MJ chats with American/Australian baritone Don Windsor, who has gone from growing up on a farm in Kansas to performing in musical theatre productions around the world before eventually calling the Atherton Tablelands home. Don talks about his career, performing in shows including Les Misérables, Beauty and the Beast and Mamma Mia, meeting some big names along the way, and why he decided to step away from the constant travelling to raise his four boys. He also shares what audienc
The Full Moon, The Moon Man and One Very Good Lesson (opens the original)
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The Full Moon, The Moon Man and One Very Good Lesson In this episode, MJ speaks with Ian from Night Sky Secrets about the upcoming full moon and the fascinating stories connected to it. Ian shares the traditional Yolngu story of Ngalindi, the Moon Man, a fisherman who appears as the Hungry Crescent Moon. As Ngalindi catches more and more fish, he grows bigger and fatter in the night sky, but there’s one problem: he’s not sharing the tucker with his wives. As his wives become increasingly angry w
Shingles Isn't Just an Older Person's Problem (opens the original)
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Shingles Isn’t Just an Older Person’s Problem In this episode, MJ speaks with Gerald Quigley, pharmacist and Master Herbalist, about the rise in shingles cases among younger adults. Gerald explains why people who have previously had chickenpox can develop shingles later in life, what symptoms to look out for, and why getting symptoms checked early can make a difference. He also discusses the pain that can come with shingles and why, for some people, nerve pain can continue long after the initial
Could Vitamin B3 Help Manage Glaucoma? (opens the original)
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Could Vitamin B3 Help Manage Glaucoma? In this episode, MJ speaks with Gerald Quigley, pharmacist and Master Herbalist, about new research into glaucoma and the potential role of vitamin B3. Gerald explains what glaucoma is, why managing eye pressure is so important, and discusses research suggesting vitamin B3 may help reduce eye pressure in people living with glaucoma. He also talks about the importance of ongoing treatment and why anyone with glaucoma should speak with their doctor, ophthalmo
Building Resilience Through Rugby League and Connection with Tamika Upton (opens the original)
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Building Resilience Through Rugby League and Connection In this episode, MJ speaks with Tamika Upton about her involvement in a partnership between the School for Living, Youth Justice and Queensland Rugby League, supporting young people on Mornington Island. Tamika shares how she’s using video messages and her own experiences in rugby league to connect with students, encourage goal setting, build resilience, and remind young people that their future doesn’t have to follow one particular path. T
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