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SBS Australia
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- SBS Australia
Guest Curator Shelley Ware selects her SBS On Demand favourites
Shelley Ware. Photo by Aaron Wan. Whether you're discovering these stories for the first time or reconnecting with them, Shelley hopes they inspire you and deepen your understanding of what it means to be on country, today and always. Explore Shelley Ware's Guest Curator Collection. These programs celebrate NAIDOC Week's 2025 theme: The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy. To find out more about NAIDOC Week, check out Shelley's education resources on SBS Learn . Hosted by Rob Collins, 'The First Inventors' is a groundbreaking series that celebrates more than 65,000 years of innovation by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You'll see how ancient knowledge and modern science come together to solve some of humanity's biggest challenges. The series explores how First Nations people shaped country and society, from transforming landscapes to building vast trade networks. These stories are full of resilience, ingenuity and inspiration, and show how Indigenous knowledge continues to influence and enrich our lives today. The First Inventors is now streaming at SBS On Demand . 'Rebel With a Cause' introduces us to four trailblazing First Nations Queenslanders who changed the course of history. Each episode shows how these remarkable individuals broke barriers and created new pathways for future generations. Through their personal journey of leadership and courage, we see what it takes to stand up for what's right. Be inspired by their vision and determination to make a difference for their communities and all Australians. Rebel With a Cause is now streaming at SBS On Demand . 'The Australian Wars' is a powerful documentary series presented by Rachel Perkins that uncovers the untold stories of the battles fought on Australian soil. This series explores the resistance of First Nations peoples during colonisation and the impact of these conflicts on our nation's history. Through interviews, reenactments and original documents, it reveals truths that have long been left out of mainstream narratives. It's essential viewing for everyone wanting to understand our shared history and the legacy of the Frontier Wars. The Australian Wars is now streaming at SBS On Demand . 'Our Medicine' follows First Nations doctors, nurses, and healers working on the front line of Australia's healthcare system. The series shows how they strive for better health in their communities, often overcoming significant challenges. Narrated by Leah Purcell, these stories are filled with dedication, care and triumph. You'll be inspired by the resilience and commitment of those working to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our Medicine is now streaming at SBS On Demand . In this episode of 'Living Black', we'll meet award winning musician Emily Warramurra. Emily shares her journey, her culture and the stories behind her music, giving us an intimate look at her creative process. The episode is all about creativity and strength through song. It's a truly inspiring conversation with one of our brightest talents. Emily Wurramara - Magic Woman Singing is now streaming at SBS On Demand . Emily Wurramara - Magic Woman Singing Discover the incredible story of legendary photojournalist Auntie Barbara McGrady in this episode of 'Living Black'. Auntie Barbara has spent decades capturing the activism, history and everyday life of First Nations peoples through her lens. Her work is driven by courage, passion and a deep commitment to truth-telling. Learn more about the woman behind these iconic images and her impact on our communities. Barbara McGrady - Photographic Philosopher is now streaming at SBS On Demand . Barbara McGrady - Photographic Philosopher 'The Point' is a long-running current affairs series on NITV. In this special episode we explore the fascinating world of Aboriginal astronomy. You'll learn how First Nations peoples have read the skies for thousands of years, using star knowledge for navigation, storytelling and cultural connection. This episode celebrates the deep relationship between country and the cosmos. It highlights the enduring power of science, culture and storytelling in our communities. The Point 's episode from Thursday August 16, 2018, is now streaming at SBS On Demand . SBS's award winning companion podcast. Join host Yumi Stynes for Seen, a new SBS podcast about cultural creatives who have risen to excellence despite a role-model vacuum.
Axios
05-06-2025
- Business
- Axios
Conservative credit card company touts fully AI-generated TV ad
Coign, a self-described credit card "built for conservatives," claims to have launched the first fully AI-generated national television commercial, at least in the financial services industry. Why it matters: Hyper-realistic AI videos flooded the internet after the release of Google's Veo 3 tool last month. Now, signs are emerging of a potentially massive disruption to the $250 billion TV advertising industry. Driving the news: The 30-second ad features a series of AI-generated people describing how they'll "spend right today," a nod to Coign's ideological branding. The spot, which was generated using Veo 3, will air for two weeks on Fox News, as well as on X, Facebook and Truth Social. Coign said the ad took just half a day to produce — with a budget less than 1% of a traditional shoot, which would typically involve multiple takes, paid actors, editing, and more. "AI is leveling the playing field between Coign and the big credit card players in customer service, products, fraud detection, and now marketing campaigns," said Coign CEO Rob Collins. "We can serve our audience content they love that is just as good as what the big players produce, all for a fraction of the cost." Between the lines: Coign's ad is a fairly standard product promotion, similar in style to other bank and credit card commercials that regularly air on television. But the ease and low cost of producing the lifelike commercial could portend a tectonic shift for the advertising industry, let alone Hollywood or political campaigns. The big picture: Coign announced earlier this year that it had signed a $250 million debt and equity financing partnership with asset management company Oaktree Capital Management.
