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102 Extra. Marion’s Unlikely Journey from Sydney to the Kimberley: An impromptu chat by the fire
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This extra to episode 102 features an impromptu conversation I had with Marion by the fire on our first night there, before the morning walks. It wasn’t intended to be recorded - I’d just been recording some ambient sounds when we got talking. We chat about Marion’s life, and some of her perspective on this incredible story that none of them saw coming – though an elder had prophesised it.
Marion’s is a remarkable story in itself, with generations of her family steeped in achievement and adventure, and her journey to this place charted through a series of extraordinary and unlikely encounters. I’m very happy she gave me permission to share this with you. So join us by the camp fire at Twin Lakes.
Note: because this wasn't intended to be recorded, there is some swearing on occasion - just in case you'd rather not have little people hear that.
And among the other voices you might hear in the background, Marion’s sister Fiona chimes in when talking of their childhood.
Title slide: Marion at Twin Lakes Cultural Park (pic: Anthony James).
Find more:
You can hear more of Marion in conversation, with Bruno and I, starting with Part 1 of the main episode: ‘Twin Lakes Cultural Park: A return to Country, restoration & incredible bush products success’. You’ll find a link out to Twin Lakes in the show notes there too. And a selection of photos.
And stay tuned for part 2 of this episode out next week, featuring an incredibly moving visit to the old hunting and ceremonial grounds, still so clearly etched into the land and spirit of this place.
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