Cultural warning: EmPauR would like to advise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners that the following podcast may mention names of people who have gone before us into the stars and the dreaming.

In this episode, we take a closer look at the diverse languages spoken in the Torres Strait Eastern and Western regions. We talk about how they're crucial to cultural identity. By chatting with speakers, the podcast helps you understand the intricate web of languages that connect these communities and encourages a greater appreciation for our linguistic heritage.

EmpauR acknowledges the Gimuy-walubrra yiddi (Gimuy walaburra indinji) people whose traditional lands this podcast has been recorded on.

We pay our respects to the ongoing cultural connection that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people continue to hold with the land, sea and wind.

Thank you to the guests and organisations that contributed to this episode.

The music is a Traditional Torres Strait Islander song and was played by a proud Torres Strait Islander man and well-loved family member, who is unfortunately no longer with us. 

Produced by: Podcast Editor - Jacob Traficante Productions

This season of SNACK has been produced by the EmPauR as part of the COTA Queensland Home Care Workforce Support Program which received grant funding from the Australian Government.

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