Radio highlights

Issue 

Gaywaves — Australia's longest running gay and lesbian program. 2SER, Thursday, September 15, 8pm.

Green and Practical: The Reluctant Nation — This eight-part series looks at the implications of federalism on environmental management. Based on a book by Phillip Toyne, the series argues for a more national approach, with an expanded role for the federal government. The way environmental disputes are currently played out is illustrated through six case studies. Radio National, Saturday, September 17, 8.05am.

The Goons: The Six Ingots of Leadenhall Street — Once again the vaults of a West End bank are broken open by the dreaded Gelignite Gang. A newly bored tunnel, running from the bank's strong room to a mysterious string refinery, leads Detective Inspector Seagoon into a maze of tangled clues. Radio National, Saturday, September 17, 12 noon.

Encounter: Abreast of a Raw Deal The politics of breast cancer could not be worse. While survivors of heart attack are offered lifestyles aimed at immortality, women emerging from mastectomies are told they could die. Breast cancer alters self-image and esteem, marriages, children, spirituality and a whole range of values. Radio National, Sunday, September 18, 7.10am.

Irish Country — Presented by Daphne and Henry Couch. 2NUR, Sunday, September 18, 4pm.

Open Learning: Political trends in Post-Mao China Who could fill Mao's shoes after his death? This program examines the leadership struggle and explains the framework of the "modernisation" program. Radio National, Monday, September 19, 11.05am.

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