We're aiming to simplify the Voice to Parliament for you today. We'll tell you exactly what it is, what it will do and what it will mean for Indigenous communities. Plus we tackle some of the most frequently asked questions about the referendum. We also share some personal stories on our upbringing and what effect colonisation had on our families - even as close as 2 generations ago. And why this referendum is so important both for First Nations + Torres Straight people, but also for the future of this country. We're in this together.  Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.  LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on Instagram Follow @brooke.blurton on Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonSupervising Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NOTE: This episode discusses mental health, depression and mentions of suicide. We want to be honest with you today... Our mental health at the moment isn't the best, and that's ok. We're both going through breakups, Brooke's feeling a bit lonely and Matty's just started therapy and we want to talk about it. How do we deal with it? Do we hermit, or party? Why are we feeling this way? We're unpacking it all and having a pretty real and raw conversation to let you know you're not alone. Plus... there's even a revelation today - It's a real therapy session!  Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.  LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on Instagram Follow @brooke.blurton on Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   If you are needing help currently please seek out one of the below services. https://www.13yarn.org.au/ https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ https://www.lifeline.org.au/ CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonSupervising Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back for Part 2 of Brooke's episode with her Dad Pete and they're talking all things Bachelor and love.  What advice did Pete give to the Honeybadger when they were filming? And what was Nick's reaction to Brooke's family and hometown.  Plus Brooke and Pete talk about the type of person she wants/ they think she should end up with. Not to mention how her brothers react when she does have a boyfriend!  And Pete opens up about the death of his wife and how the community rallied around him and his family. As well as the importance of playing his part in the community and how they respected it. Please note there are mentions of abuse and addiction in this episode.  Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.  LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on Instagram Follow @brooke.blurton on Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonSupervising Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty is off sick this week but we have an incredibly special replacement... Brooke's Dad Pete! You might remember Pete from Brooke's Bachelorette season. Brooke and Pete have an incredibly special relationship and how they came in touch with each other is a beautiful story. Brooke didn't have a lot of consistent males in her life until Pete came along and showed her what a real man and a real father is like. On today's episode they share stories from Brooke's mother's childhood and also chat about Brooke's upbringing. This is part 1, part 2 of this chat will continue next week. Please note there are mentions of abuse and addiction in this episode.  Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.  LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on Instagram Follow @brooke.blurton on Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonSupervising Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are joined by Matty's co-stars from Nakkiah Lui's 'Blaque Showgirls' Angeline Penrith and Stephanie Somerville tell us about the show and what it means to be proud Black Creatives. Plus, it is an emotional time for Brooke and Matty with it being the anniversary of when they lost their siblings. Brooke and Matty open up about how they feel this time of year and give honest and forthright account of how they are coping.   Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.  LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on Instagram Follow @brooke.blurton on Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsSenior Producer/Video Producer/Editor: Chae RoganSupervising Producer: Elle Beattie Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.