Episode 371 - The Cronulla Riots Part 1

from Weird Crap in Australia · host The Modern Meltdown

HIn this episode, we dive into one of the most confronting chapters of modern Australian history: the Cronulla Riots of December 2005. Sparked by rising tensions, fuelled by alcohol, misinformation, and nationalism, what started as a “community protest” quickly turned into an ugly and violent display of racial hatred.Join Holly & Matthew as they look into an event about fear, blame, and what happens when divisions in the community explode into the public eye.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-crap-in-australia--2968350/support.

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