About Community Conversations by Clothing The Gaps
Community Conversations is the podcast from the certified Aboriginal business, social enterprise and B-corp, Clothing The Gaps.
At Clothing The Gaps we often say it’s more than a tee — it’s a conversation starter.
And this podcast is where those conversations continue. Each episode, we sit down with inspiring people from community to talk about justice, advocacy, and the stories behind the movements that got us to where we are today — and those shaping the future.
These are conversations that matter — and we hope they spark many more.
Is January 26 the Most Racist Day on the Calendar? Unpacking new polling data with Laura Thompson
What does January 26 mean for First Nations people and what would it look like to create a national holiday that everyone can be part of? In this episode of Community Conversations by Clothing The Gaps, host Sarah Sherry sits down with her co-founder, Laura Thompson, to unpack new national research into racism experienced by First Nations people on January 26. Together with Future Super, Clothing The Gaps commissioned YouGov to conduct a nationally representative poll exploring First Nations ...
9 Jul 2026
The Power of Blak Retail
More Than a Tee: The Truth About Blak Retail What does it really mean to build a space that centres Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people? In this emotional episode of Community Conversations by Clothing The Gaps, we sit down with Ebony, the retail manager who helped shape one of the most impactful Blak retail spaces in Australia. After six years of holding space, mentoring community, and guiding thousands of conversations, Ebony reflects on: What a “safe Blak space” actually looks and...
2 Jun 2026
Climate Action and Just Futures Collab with Tishiko King
What does climate change actually look like when it’s happening to your home in real time? In this episode of Community Conversations from Clothing The Gaps, Sarah Sherry sits down with proud Kulkalgal woman, marine biologist and climate justice advocate Tishiko King for a powerful conversation about sea country, self-determination, climate justice and the future of Torres Strait Island communities. Tish shares what it feels like to grow up on Masig Island, why climate change is already resha...
2 Jun 2026
Running, Resilience & Reclaiming Space | Sissy Austin on Take Back The Track
Running, Resilience & Reclaiming Space | Sissy Austin on Take Back The Track What happens when the place that brings you peace becomes the place that changes your life forever? In this episode of Community Conversations by Clothing The Gaps, host Sarah Sherry sits down with her dear friend Sissy Austin for a powerful conversation about running, healing, justice, advocacy, and reclaiming public space. Sissy Austin is a proud Gunditjmara, Keerray Woorroong and Djab Wurrung woman, pass...
11 May 2026
The Legacy of the Aborigines Advancement League with Aunty Esme Bamblett
What is worth saving in this country if not our history? In this powerful episode of Community Conversations by Clothing The Gaps, we sit down with Dr Aunty Esme Bamblett, a respected Elder and long-serving CEO of the Aborigines Advancement League. With over 50 years of advocacy, leadership, and lived experience, as the current serving CEO of the Aborigines Advancement League, Aunty Esme shares: The truth about assimilation and its impact on Aboriginal communitiesThe origins and legacy of the...
14 Apr 2026
Travis Lovett on a Walk for Truth
In this episode of Community Conversations by Clothing The Gaps, we sit down with Travis Lovett, a leader in Australia’s truth-telling movement and founder of the Walk for Truth. This conversation dives deep into: Why truth-telling is essential for healing and progressThe real lived experiences behind Australia’s historyThe myths and misconceptions about First Nations peopleWhat the Yoorrook Justice Commission uncoveredWhy a national truth-telling process is needed nowThe emotional weight of ...
19 Dec 2025
Australia Day: If not Jan 26, then when?
January 26 is a date that continues to divide Australia. For some it is “Australia Day”. For many First Peoples, it is Invasion Day, Survival Day, or a Day of Mourning. In this episode of Community Conversations, host Sarah Sherry (Clothing The Gaps) is joined by Laura Thompson (Gunditjmara woman, CEO and co-founder of Clothing The Gaps) and Phil Jenkin (OAM, barrister and community activist, co-convener of the Australia Long Weekend idea) to unpack why January 26 is not a date to celebrate, ...
5 Oct 2023
Read the comments - keep social media safe for Mob.
In this podcast, Co-Founders of Clothing the Gaps – Laura Thompson (Gunditjamara) and Sarah Sheridan catch up with Felicity Cull. Felicity is Head of Digital Content (aka, Social Media Expert!) at a Strategic Communications Agency - Pesel and Carr. Tune in to listen to our stories of how we are working to keep Clothing The Gaps a safe Blak platform especially, in the lead up to the Voice Referendum on Oct 14 and beyond. Felicity also, shares her top tips, so Mob can safely read the com...
25 Sept 2023
Allyship, political fashion and the referendum - a yarn with Senator!
This casual conversational podcast with co-founders of Clothing The Gaps, Laura and Sarah plus Senator Stewart explores the role allyship and political fashion in the lead up to the referendum for a First Nation Voice to parliament and recognition in the constitution. The podcast yarn has many tips for how everyday Australians and business can stand in solidarity with First Nations people at this time. We also share excitedly and emotionally about the 'Dress That Says Ye...
16 Sept 2023
'Spirit of the March' Poem
Spirit of the March watch YouTube video. The reasons at the heart of why First Nations people March. Listen to the words of Joanne and appreciate that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people march they don't just walk for the reason outlined on the event poster - it's much deeper and personal than that! We march for our ancestors, we march for justice, we march for equality.... Spoken by: Robbie Thorpe (Gunai Kurnai) Dougie Briggs (Yorta Yorta, Wirundjeri) Courtney Ugl...
7 Sept 2023
Grassroots Sovereign Blackfella, Jill Gallagher talks about why she is voting 'yes' at the referendum.
Jill Gallagher talks to podcast host Paul Stewart and shares personal family stories about why she will be voting 'yes' at the upcoming referendum for a First Nations voice to parliament. She reflects on her time as Treaty Commissioner for Victoria and what she heard from the Local Mob when she travelled the state talking Treaty. If you enjoy story telling and a laugh along the way - you will love this! Jillian Gallagher AO (born 1955) is a Gunditjmara from Australia who h...
5 Sept 2023
Two Blak Grassroots Campaigners answer your referendum questions about a First Nations Voice to parliament.!
Millie and Tarneen joined us on our podcast to answer your referendum questions submitted via the Clothing The Gaps Instagram - they speak openly and emotionally about why they are a 'yes' and how it is all feeling in First Nations Communities right now. Millie Telford (she/her) is a Bundjalung and South Sea Islander woman and currently working as the First Nations Justice Director at Australian Progress. Prior to this role, Millie co-founded Seed Mob, to support a grassroots network o...
28 Aug 2023
Googzy Thorpe - 7 Marathons on 7 Continents in 7 Consecutive Days!
Googzy is a Gunnai and Gunditjmara man, he is a mental health advocate and the first Indigenous Australian to take on The Great World Race! What is The Great world Race? It is an event that takes on 7 Marathons in 7 consecutive days across 7 Continents! That is a total of 295kms of running for the week with roughly 68 hours of flying time! Googzy shares his story about his family, depression and how he was floating through life before he got the mental release he needed through running. Now...
17 Aug 2022
Elvis Carter's College Football Dream
Listen to a yarn around the table with Elvis, a Ngarrindjeri man about his dream to play college football. Here his incredible story of how he grew up in Doveton (Bunerong Country) and got discovered!
29 Mar 2022
Shades Of Deadly
Clothing The Gaps Conversations Shades of Deadly Campaign - Challenging stereotypes. Celebrating identities. This campaign was created to challenge stereotypes of First Nation people, create a platform for culture and a safe space for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to embrace their identities. It's an opportunity to educate the wider community about the diversity of First Nations people and experiences in Australia. It's not about judging each other by colour or app...
2 Nov 2021
Robbie Thorpe
Stewy sits down with Robbie Thorpe well respected grassroots Aboriginal Community activist who has dedicated his life to challenging government, systems and polices.
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