Capital and Country

Harry Stewart

Capital and Country is a newsletter and podcast that explores the intersections of business, law, and identity in modern Australia — with a sharp eye on power, policy, and progress. Hosted by Harrison Stewart, a proud Walbunja man from the Yuin Nation, Juris Doctor candidate, and experienced strategist, the series cuts through spin with informed analysis, cultural insight, and a commitment to truth-telling.

Episodes

  1. 07/08/2025

    Celebrating 50 Years of NAIDOC, Kumanjayi Walker Inquest, $42B of Value: How Indigenous Business Builds Futures and I Join IRP's Board

    🔥 Edition 14 is here. This week marks 50 years of NAIDOC Week, a time to celebrate, reflect, and amplify Blak voices. In this edition: 🖤 NAIDOC at 50: I reflect on UNSW’s powerful celebrations and this year’s theme “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy.” I’ve included a little video from the event – a glimpse into the music, dance, and community that made the day so special. 👉🏾 My favourite part was The Next Generation panel featuring Adam Goodes, Marlee Silva, BJ Newton, and Jordan Itoya – hearing their insights and hopes for our people was powerful. ⚖️ Kumanjayi Walker Coronial Findings: The inquest confirms what many have long known – racism kills. The coroner found racist views held by former officer Zachary Rolfe increased the risk of Kumanjayi’s death. A sobering read about systemic failures that continue to cost Blak lives. 💼 The Sleeping Giant Rises: Indigenous businesses now generate over $42 billion in social value each year. For every $1 in revenue, $3.66 of economic and social value is created. This is not charity – it’s Blak excellence in action. 📚 And a personal milestone: I joined my first board – the Indigenous Reading Project. As someone who struggled to read growing up, I know literacy isn’t just about school; it’s about confidence, opportunity, and agency. ✨ Edition 14 is a call to action. It’s about truth, legacy, and building futures. I hope these stories inform, challenge, and inspire you this NAIDOC Week. #NAIDOC #READING #BOARD #ECONOMICS #POLITICS #LAW

    8 min
  2. 06/25/2025

    NSW’s Long-Delayed Treaty Process, The Fight for First Nations Housing, Deaths in Custody, and getting back on Country

    What a few weeks. Treaty talks finally begin in NSW. Blak filmmakers go to camera in South Australia. The housing crisis pushes Aboriginal issues into the national spotlight. And I had the chance to head back and spend some time on Yuin and Tharawal Country. In this episode of Capital & Country, I talk about: Treaty in NSW – The consultation process is finally underway. I reflect on what this means for community and why I’d love to be involved. Dr Todd Fernando.Three First Nations Films Funded – I highlight Digital Abyss, The Secret, and Catchin’ Mumoo, currently in production thanks to support from South Australian Film Corporation. Shout out to creators like Lilla Berry, Joshua Barbo, Dylan Coleman — this is how culture moves forward.Housing and the Cost of Living – I share the sharp insights of Paul Coe from Birribee Housing, who sees this crisis as a moment for long-overdue structural reform not just for housing supply, but for healing.Back on Country – I spent time on Yuin and Tharawal Country with a close friend. We visited Bundanon and the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum, where I saw a pair of shell shoes like those my late Nan Marie Stewart used to make. A reminder that even in hardship, culture survives through hands, memory and care.Deaths in Custody – I reflect on the life and legacy of TN, a visionary elder who died in custody last month. His death deserves more than an inquiry. It demands systemic change. If you’ve been working on Treaty, housing, or truth-telling through art I want to hear from you. Let’s keep pushing the conversation forward.

    20 min

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Capital and Country is a newsletter and podcast that explores the intersections of business, law, and identity in modern Australia — with a sharp eye on power, policy, and progress. Hosted by Harrison Stewart, a proud Walbunja man from the Yuin Nation, Juris Doctor candidate, and experienced strategist, the series cuts through spin with informed analysis, cultural insight, and a commitment to truth-telling.