Today, on the B Side, we’re joined by Helen Kapalos, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist whose work played a key role in advancing the legalisation of medicinal cannabis in Australia. With more than 20 years’ experience across Australia’s commercial and public broadcasting networks, she directed, produced and appeared in a groundbreaking documentary on medical cannabis that was later acquired by Netflix and SBS and screened nationally, helping bring the issue into the public spotlight.

Helen is also a published author, commentator and speaker on multiculturalism, public policy and social change, and is widely recognised for her advocacy for equity, inclusion and evidence-based reform.

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Today, on the A Side, we’re joined by a Helen Kapalos, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist whose work was instrumental in advancing the legalisation of medicinal cannabis in Australia. With more than 20 years’ experience as a broadcaster across Australia’s commercial and public networks, she directed, produced and appeared in a groundbreaking documentary on medical cannabis that was later acquired by Netflix and SBS and screened nationally, helping bring the issue into the public spotlight.

Helen is also a published author, commentator and speaker on multiculturalism, public policy and social change, known for her work advocating for equity, inclusion and evidence-based reform.

More about Rachel: website / instagram

Follow Helen: instagram / website

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On the B Side, we were joined by award-winning powerhouse comedian, writer, director and producer Justin Hamilton.

A fixture of the Australian comedy scene for decades, Justin has conquered live stand-up, television and radio, earning his reputation as a genuine “comedian’s comedian.” With more awards than we could possibly list, he remains one of the most respected and influential voices in the industry.

He’s also a proud cannabis consumer; and in this conversation, nothing is off limits.

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