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    Wink Adam Goodes: Who Do You Think You Are?

    A relative of mine who works in the South Australian Museum saw Adam Goodes last November in the section of the museum where people can do research on their indigenous history. My relative sent me the link below for the resultant upcoming SBS program as part of the series 'Who do you think you are?'

    7.30pm 12 August. One for the diary.


    Adam Goodes.pdf

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    Thanks Meg

    will watch that one !!

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    Thanks Meg. A must watch for all Swannies fans. I'll be tuning in for sure!

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    A great series, Goodsy will be a ripper, not to be missed.

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    MickyO's was brilliant.
    His great grandparents are on the 50 dollar note.
    Looking forward to it.
    Thanks for the heads up.
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    That show was amazing. Am I the only one who had tears in my eyes watching Adam's emotions? I understand that what we saw was only a small part of the whole story Adam learnt. I hope Adam has a way of telling us the rest of it.

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    I always thought he was Royalty !

    Strong mention of how the Swans are a very large part of his culture.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Meg View Post
    That show was amazing. Am I the only one who had tears in my eyes watching Adam's emotions? I understand that what we saw was only a small part of the whole story Adam learnt. I hope Adam has a way of telling us the rest of it.
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    To hear the amazing story of his ancestry being involved with WW Hughes is a real surprise. As someone who spent a few years in Wallaroo I know that name is very much entrenched in the colonial history of the area. And then to have King Tommy as part of the picture as well was a twist. It is no wonder Adam carries himself so well and has such a presence.

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    Great show - a fascinating family history showing the intertwining between his indigenous and Anglo ancestry. No wonder he holds himself with such poise, seeing the stock he comes from.

    Just a tad disappointed that no mention of his father's background was shown - I understand that it's a relatively short show and his Mum's side of the family is fascinating, but he certainly looks like his dad. But geez him Mum has done such a great job with him

    These sorts of visits into someone's indigenous background and history should be compulsory viewing for all of us.

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    For a while I was worried Adam's mum was going to have to have the tattoo on her arm removed. And "Adnyamathanha" is a long word! But eventually the "Narungga" and the "Adnyamathanha" sides of Adam's history came together. And what a story it made.

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    Great episode. Really exposed the terrible treatment Adam's ancestors suffered at the hands of white people. To think he still has to cop racism to this day on top of that history of exploitation and abuse really is atrocious. I was genuinely amazed how many records survived intact over the centuries.

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    Adam. You came across as an impressively articulate, compassionate, sensitive and inquisitive. Coupled with the drive, commitment, and devotion that you have displayed throughout your career, you are a role-model for so many people from all walks of life. Thank you.

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