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The BriefingTrump ‘furious’ over IDF church attack + Can Kyle Sandilands end racism?Friday Headlines: Donald Trump demands answers after IDF strikes Gaza's only Catholic Church, Australia is in the midst of a vicious flu season with respiratory illnesses surging, Australian law firm launches action against Qantas over cyber attack, tributes flow for Australian killed in base jumping accident and it turns out y'all love a conspiracy theory! Deep Dive: Can Kyle Sandilands end racism?Kyle Sandilands and Eddie McGuire are among the faces of a new national anti-racism campaign - but are they the right people for the job? Backed by major media outlets including Channels 7, 9 and...2025-07-1719 min
The Back CoverDamning Report That Could Change Workplaces Forever — Interview With Sex Discrimination Commissioner Dr Anna CodyWhat if your boss’s “joke” wasn’t funny—but harassment in disguise?Australia’s Sex Discrimination Commissioner, Dr Anna Cody, joins The Back Cover to unpack the damning Speaking from Experience report—an explosive national investigation into how sexual harassment is enabled and excused in Aussie workplaces.From “banter” used as cover for abuse, to the silence forced on workers with visas, disabilities, and casual jobs—this interview reveals the uncomfortable truth about power, culture, and inequality at work.🔎 In this episode:How “Aussie humour” hides workplace abuseWhy young, migrant, and disabled workers face the worst of itThe toxic ro...2025-07-0110 minThe Back CoverWearing a Wig for 25 Years — Then She Took It OffFor 25 years, Gloria Tabi wore a wig to work. Then she took it off—and everything changed.In this powerful interview, anti-racism specialist and founder of Enable Women Africa, Gloria shares her deeply personal journey of confronting internalised racism, challenging Eurocentric beauty standards, and the surprising environmental toll of synthetic hair.We explore why Black hair is political, how discrimination affects professional opportunities, and why more women are ditching wigs—not just for identity, but for the planet.🔥 Topics we cover:– Workplace bias against natural Black hair– The psychological pressure to conform– Environmental harm of synthetic wigs and weaves– How beauty stan...2025-06-2333 minThe Back CoverFrom Dreaming His Mother’s Death to Building Africa’s Answer to Hermès | Hlumelo Nyaluza InterviewIn this powerful interview, South African designer Hlumelo Nyaluza opens up about the dream that foretold his mother’s passing and how that life-altering moment led him on a spiritual journey—one that ultimately inspired his luxury handbag label, HN.Hailed as Africa’s answer to Hermès, Nyaluza’s brand blends ancient Xhosa traditions with modern design to create custom, ultra-premium handbags rooted in purpose, identity, and empowerment.🎙️ Hosted by Mibengé Nsenduluka on The Back Cover Podcast, this conversation explores:How Hlumelo turned grief into greatnessHis sacred journey through Xhosa initiation schoolThe deeper meaning behind each bagWhy African excellence dese...2025-04-2633 minThe Back CoverCYDA CEO Skye Kakoschke-Moore on NDIS Fraud, Disability Rights, and the ElectionIn this insightful interview, CYDA CEO Skye Kakoschke-Moore chats to host Mibenge Nsenduluka about critical issues affecting people with disabilities in Australia. She addresses the impact of NDIS fraud crackdowns, highlighting how they risk overshadowing the abuse and exclusion faced by children with disabilities. Skye also talks about the upcoming federal election, stressing the urgent need for policies that truly support the disability community. Plus, she weighs in on the rising cost of living crisis and how it disproportionately affects people with disabilities. Don't miss this important conversation on the challenges and solutions for a more inclusive Australia.2025-04-0720 minThe Back Cover"People Are Waking Up!" Gabrielle de Vietri Exposes Labor’s Hypocrisy and Crackdown on Protest🚨 In this exclusive sit-down, Greens MP Gabrielle de Vietri pulls no punches. From the erosion of democracy to the federal election, she lays bare the truth about how both major parties put power over people. She reveals shocking details about the Victorian government’s crackdown on protests, the institutional bullying she faces in Parliament, and why Labor is no longer the party it once was.💬 Topics Covered:✔️ Why both major parties prioritize power over principles✔️ How the Victorian government is silencing protests✔️ The harsh reality of being a progressive woman in Parliament✔️ The growing need for a strong crossbench to hold government accou...2025-03-2723 minThe Back CoverSenator Lidia Thorpe: Federal Election, Tone-Deaf Feminism, and Fighting Systemic InjusticeJoin journalist Mibenge Nsenduluka in an exclusive interview with Independent senator Lidia Thorpe as she discusses her perspectives on the upcoming federal election, critiques of mainstream feminism, and the ongoing fight against systemic injustices faced by First Nations peoples in Australia. This insightful conversation sheds light on the need for genuine systemic reform and inclusivity. #LidiaThorpe #federalelection2025 #politics #indigenous #internationalwomensday #media #thebackcover2025-03-2417 minThe Back CoverStay In Your Lane: The High Price Women of Colour Pay for Justice | IWD DocumentaryThis International Women’s Day, The Back Cover presents "Stay In Your Lane: The High Price Women of Colour Pay for Justice"—a bold and unapologetic documentary that shines a light on the systemic barriers faced by trailblazing women of colour in Australia.Featuring powerful insights from Senator Lidia Thorpe, Greens MP Gabrielle de Vietri, and legal expert Maker Mayek, this documentary unpacks the challenges of intersectional feminism, allyship, and racial injustice.We also examine two high-profile cases—journalist Antoinette Lattouf, who is suing the ABC for alleged discrimination, and lawyer Nyadol Nyuon, who has spoken out about alleged racism...2025-03-1820 minThe Back CoverRedefining Modern Masculinity: Peter Matthews on The Elixir Effect | LGBTQIA+ Identity & GrowthIn this interview, author Peter Matthews dives deep into the themes of modern masculinity, identity, and personal growth explored in his groundbreaking book, The Elixir Effect. Join host Mibengé Nsenduluka as they unpack Peter's insights on navigating LGBTQIA+ identities in a world that is constantly evolving. Discover the inspiration behind his work, the challenges of redefining traditional norms, and the message his story delivers to readers.
2024-11-2417 minThe Back CoverWhy Using the Right Pronouns Matters: A Powerful Insight from Trans Advocate Davey Shlasko
In this enlightening interview, esteemed journalist and Founder of Back Cover Media Mibengé Nsenduluka sits down with trans inclusion consultant Davey Shlasko to discuss why respecting pronouns is more than just a courtesy—it’s crucial for creating safe, inclusive spaces. Davey shares personal insights from their own journey of self-discovery, reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of navigating identity in a world that often resists change.
From college days of exploration and acceptance to facing blatant workplace discrimination, Davey’s story reveals the importance of using correct pronouns and the profound impact it has on mental health, personal boundar...2024-10-2820 minThe Back CoverUK Riots Unpacked: Far-Right Violence, Disinformation, and MulticulturalismIn this episode of The Back Cover, host Mibengé Nsenduluka is joined by British expat, Chris Becks, to delve into the alarming rise of far-right violence sweeping nearly 30 towns and cities across the UK. The riots, sparked by the tragic murder of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance studio in Southport, have led to widespread chaos, including injured police officers, looted shops, and a burned hotel. Mibengé and Chris discuss the role of disinformation surrounding the suspect's identity and its impact on anti-immigrant rhetoric. Together, they explore the complexities of multiculturalism in Britain and the media's role in...2024-08-2018 minThe Back Cover'A Puppet of the West': Calls Grow for Kenyan President William Ruto to Resign Over Finance Bill
In this video, journalist Mibenge Nsenduluka and Kenyan MP hopeful Makena Mwita delve into the escalating political crisis in Kenya, where President William Ruto faces mounting pressure to resign following his controversial finance bill. Initially proposed to raise an additional $2.7 billion USD to manage Kenya's heavy debt, the bill sparked widespread protests and international outrage. Despite President Ruto's unexpected decision not to sign the bill, the unrest continues, with critics labelling him a "puppet of the West."
We'll explore:
The details of the finance bill and the proposed tax increases.
The deadly protests that have left at least 23 people...2024-06-3025 minThe Back CoverDeportation Bill: Why Australian Government Wants to Impose Trump-like Travel Ban on These Countries
Zimbabwean-born CALD community activist Tich Chingombe weighs in on the Australian government's proposed 'Trump-like' travel ban on some countries which do not cooperate with deportation efforts.
In March, the Government introduced a Bill granting the Minister for Immigration expanded powers to compel cooperation with deportations from Australia. The Bill empowers the Minister to bar entry to people from specific countries.
This move raises concerns of a potential broad travel ban affecting countries like Zimbabwe, South Sudan, Iran, Iraq, and Russia, which have resisted accepting involuntary returns.
Critics including Greens Senator David Shoebridge says Labor’s proposed laws are too ha...2024-05-1319 minThe Back CoverMother's Heartache After Paramedics Refused to Take Her Two-Year-Old Son to Hospital Before He DiedMelbourne mum Kathryn Ram has opened up about her painful grief journey after tragically losing her two-year-old son Isaiah when she was eight months pregnant with her second child.
The usually healthy and happy toddler developed a mild fever on September 24, 2018 which became progressively worse and after multiple attempts to have him admitted to hospital, he died two days later.
Ram and her husband called an ambulance when they first noticed the fever but were told to just give their son paracetamol. They called again the following day but were rejected, with paramedics refusing to take the sick little...2024-05-0723 minThe Back CoverZambia's High Commissioner in Australia on Zambia's Vision Amid Drought, Climate Crisis
Dr. Elias Munshya, Zambia's High Commissioner to Australia, sits down with Zambian-Australian journalist and BACKCOVERNEWS.COM founder Mibenge Nsenduluka to discuss the pressing issue of Zambia's devastating drought crisis.
In this compelling conversation, Dr. Munshya unveils a vision of hope amidst the despair, presenting the climate crisis as a catalyst for agricultural innovation. With insights into the challenges faced by Zambia, he shares his perspective on how the nation can transform its agricultural practices to navigate the current crisis and build a more sustainable future.
Dr. Munshya, with his wealth of expertise, also offers profound insights into Zambia's diplomatic...2024-04-1219 minThe Back CoverAfrican-Australian Suzan Mutesi Dishes on Meeting Tom Cruise, Dating App Raya and Media DiversityIn this exclusive sit-down interview, Ugandan-Australian actor and influencer Suzan Mutesi, who boasts 1 million Instagram followers, opens up about meeting Hollywood actor Tom Cruise. She also speaks out about being called a "fake influencer", dating in Sydney and the lack of media diversity in Australia.
Hosted by Back Cover Media founder and journalist Mibenge Nsenduluka.
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