Images Of Uneasy Times
The Big Issue Edition 324
Roving Eye sees the world’s best photojournalists capture some of 2008’s defining moments, reminders of a turbulent year that otherwise might be forgotten. Images are part of the 52nd annual World Press Photo competition. Text is by Michael Green.
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In ‘Tough Going’, Priscilla director Stephan Elliott speaks to Rochelle Siemienowicz about his hiatus from filmmaking, his near-death experience on the ski slopes, and his comeback film, Easy Virtue.
In ‘Still Seeking Justice’, Karla Grant revisits …
Will The Real Judith Lucy Please Stand Up?
The Big Issue Edition 323
She has discussed her sex life, her family and her career setbacks. Now comedian and writer Judith Lucy talks to Ruby Lohman about her new stand-up show, turning 40, and why this has provided her with even more material.
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In ‘School Rules’, Scott Mackinnon introduces us to an innovative teacher, who has brought Montessori …
Anne Taken Seriously
Edition 322
From princess to recovering drug addict: actor Anne Hathaway talks to Gaynor Flynn about preparing for her latest role, being nominated for an Oscar and finally breaking out of the princess mould.
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‘Handywomen’: Debbie Lustig explains why every woman needs a power drill; in ‘Unearthly Desires’, Lili Wilkinson talks to author Margo Lanagan about her first full-length novel in 12 years; and in ‘Roving Eye’: photographer Dave Tacon visits a Thai prosthetics workshop that’s helping Burmese …
Mr Clarke, Thanks For Joining Us
Edition 321
Actor, writer and satirist John Clarke talks to Anthony Morris about interviews, advertising and tennis with the 20th century’s greatest thinkers.
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‘The Intruders’: On holiday in Malaysia, Kelly Eng and her family face an unexpected threat with surprising courage; in ‘Holding the Babies’, Hannah Colman examines the future of paid parental leave in Australia; and in ‘Roving Eye’: Photographer Charlie Sublet captures subtle beauty – wildflowers, white cows and an overgrown cemetery – in …
Inside Radiohead
EDITION 317
After more than 20 years, Radiohead are still groundbreakers. Gui
tarist Ed O’Brien talks exclusively to us about fame, the future and his favourite songs, and Shaun Carney looks at how the band has shaped modern music.
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‘Howard’s Way’: A revealing ABC TV series looks at how former-PM John Howard remained in power for 11 years, and the challenges he faced; Anthony Morris talks to Dennis O’Rourke, the man who made controversial …
Kicking On
Edition 316
Soccer – both professional and grassroots – has gone global. As the Homeless World Cup draws closer, we look at how soccer is changing people’s lives for the better.
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‘Out of Sight’: An SBS documentary looks at what happens to the asylum seekers Australia rejects; Gaynor Flynn talks to artist-turned-director Steve McQueen about his debut feature Hunger, which explores Ireland’s troubled past; and in ‘Roving Eye’: Indigenous Australian artists focus on Indigenous people, and capture some …
One on One
Edition 315
Barack Obama or John McCain? Almost two years of campaigning culminate with the presidential election on 4 November. Alan Attwood and Jake Avila look at why the result will have ramifications for us all.
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‘Raymond, Gordon and Me’: Australian author Morris Lurie tells a tale of ambition, disappointment and delicate psyches from the publishing world; Anthony Morris talks to Philippe Petit about wire-walking between New York’s Twin Towers; and in ‘Roving Eye’: Australian photographer Christina Simons …
After the Fall
Edition 314
Former governor-general Peter Hollingworth talks exclusively to Alan Attwood about his turbulent time in office, the media and his search for meaning.
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‘Get Over it, Australia’: Writer and anthologist Bruce Pascoe explores the untold stories of his country and its people; Gaynor Flynn talks to actor Michelle Yeoh about sparring with Jackie Chan and playing a nun with attitude.
Our ‘Vendor Profile’ for this edition is Les from Bendigo, Victoria. We also have ‘Streetsheet’ contributions from Owen …
Battle of the Balls
Edition 312
September means football finals, whether you follow Aussie Rules, League, Union or soccer. Some clubs are soaring, others are sinking: Nicholas Yallop looks at the future of Australia’s competing football codes.
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‘Tap Dancing in a Minefield’: Tony Hall shoe-shuffles through another job interview; Anthony Carew talks to Brooklyn-based band Yeasayer about their unique sound in ‘Simply Indefinable’; and in ‘Roving Eye’: photographer Jessie Boylan journeys to the scorched Top End, which burns for much of the year.
Watch deputy …
Game On!
Edition 309
Drugs, pollution, politics and protests: Nicholas Yallop looks at the controversy surrounding Beijing and The Games.
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‘Bad Sports’: Jake Avila ponders Saturday sport and why behind every over-competitive youngster is an ugly parent (usually yelling); and Gaynor Flynn talks to versatile actor Jim Broadbent about playing a ringmaster, a befuddled magic teacher and now a selfish Yorkshire doctor.
Our ‘Vendor Profile’ for this edition is Tony from Adelaide. We also have ‘Streetsheet’ contributions from John E from …
