Yarning Up First Nations Stories with Caroline Kell

Yarning Up is hosted by the ever-inspiring Caroline Kell - Mbarbrum woman, visionary behind Blak Wattle Coaching and Consulting, and TedX Speaker. This show is helping to redefine the way listeners engage with First Nations people, stories, experiences and perspectives, offering a refreshing alternative to the mainstream narrative. Through candid and heartfelt conversations, this platform opens doors to authentic learning and connection with First Nations people, issues, causes, and stories. Its purpose is truth telling and to help all Australians learn and unlearn Australia’s past, to work towards a better future.

Yarning Up First Nations Stories with Caroline Kell is a society podcast hosted by Caroline Kell, with 60 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Caroline Kell hosts Yarning Up First Nations Stories with Caroline Kell, a society show with 60 episodes published.

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  Episode #23

  Megan 'Megzy' Waters: Reconnecting First Nations Mind, Body and Country

  May 20, 20251h 4mS4

  <p >In this heartfelt episode of Yarning Up, host Caroline Kell sits down for a rich and inspiring yarn with Megan Waters—media presenter, host of Yokayi, Nike ambassador, and proud Warumungu and Yawuru woman. Megan is also a passionate community advocate, deeply committed to amplifying First Nations voices and supporting community wellbeing.</p> <p >Together, they explore what true wellness looks like from a First Nations perspective—mind, body, and spirit all connected. Megan reflects on her childhood growing up on Larrakia Country, the powerful influence of her family and cultural roots, and how these foundations have shaped her path...

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  Episode #24

  Election Insights: Yarning with Senator Dorinda Cox on the 48th Federal Australian Election

  Apr 28, 20251h 18mS4

  <p>With less than a week until the 48th Federal Election, I had the privilege of sitting down with Yamatji-Noongar woman and the first Indigenous woman to represent Western Australia in the Senate, Senator Dorinda Cox.</p> <p>This election feels like a turning point—First Nations justice, climate, housing, and international solidarity are all on the ballot. In this candid episode, I explore Dorinda Cox’s personal journey and unprecedented path into politics, unpacking the challenges and lessons she gained from her time as a police officer. We discuss critical issues facing our mobs, from the cost of living and...

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  Episode #22

  Troy Benjamin – The brains behind Blak Brews Tea and building a First Nations-led enterprise

  Apr 17, 20251h 13mS4

  <p>In this episode, we sit down with Troy Benjamin, a proud Wadi Wadi, Tadi Tadi, Mutti Mutti, and Wemba Wemba man. A entrepreneur, storyteller, and the visionary behind Black Brews, Australia’s first 100% First Nations-owned tea business. Troy’s journey is one of resilience, cultural pride, and groundbreaking success. From his early days navigating the challenges of business ownership, to winning Australia's first ever Food Stars with Gordon Ramsay, he has continuously pushed boundaries with fun and flair and mob in his heart.</p> <p>We dive into the importance of challenges and triumphs of building a First Nations-led ente...

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  Yarning Up First Nations Stories with Caroline Kell

  Kyarlee Tighe on Overcoming Adversity, Cultural Connection, and Advocating for First Nations Youth

  Apr 2, 202556 minS0

  <p>In this deeply moving episode of Yarning Up, we sit down with Kyarlee Tighe, a proud Kamilaroi and Wonnarua woman whose story of resilience, strength, and advocacy is nothing short of inspiring. Kyarlee shares her journey growing up in out-of-home care, the challenges of navigating the foster system as a young Aboriginal woman, and the impact of systemic barriers on First Nations youth.</p> <p>She opens up about overcoming personal and generational trauma, the importance of cultural identity in healing, and how she’s using her voice to advocate for young people in care. From her experiences as a...

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  Episode #20

  Ella Noah Bancroft on First Nations Knowledge, Feminine Leadership, and Decolonisation

  Mar 3, 202554 minS4

  <p>Join us for a thought-provoking yarn with Bundjalung woman Ella Noah Bancroft, a storyteller, artist, and activist reshaping the conversation around decolonisation, community, and Indigenous-led solutions. Ella shares her journey of growing up on Country, the wisdom of her matriarchal lineage, and how she has dedicated her life to reclaiming First Nations ways of being.</p> <p>We explore the transformative power of women-centred societies, the role of food and land sovereignty in healing our communities, and the importance of rest as an act of resistance against colonial capitalism. Through her work with The Returning, Ella is creating spaces...

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