On Arts Wednesday 15 November 2017, Sylvia’s guest was herb and spice guru, Ian Hemphill, aka Herbie. Listen to the 3 parts of the conversation below: Here is Part 1, where they look at the historical passage of spices into Europe: Here is Part 2 where they talk about peppercorns and coriander: And now for Part […]
Category: Podcast
Realising Mother with Zorica Purlija and Ella Dreyfus
On Arts Wednesday 8 November 2017, Sylvia’s guests were Zorica Purlija and Ella Dreyfus. Zorica is the curator of a new exhibition at the Kudos Gallery in Paddington and Ella is one of the 16 contributing photographic artists. The conversation was lively, with many differences of opinion being aired around the table. Follow the links […]
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Eastside Meets Lee Rhiannon
NSW Greens Senator, and Eastern Suburbs local, Lee Rhiannon sat down with EASTSIDE recently. She discussed Refugees, her pre-selection battle, Jeremy Corbyn, climate change and much more. Have a listen here… […]
Australian Gypsies with Mandy Sayer
On Arts Wednesday 1 November 2017, Sylvia’s guest was Mandy Sayer, talking about her latest book Australia’s Gypsies:Their Secret History. Yep – I bet you didn’t know there were Gypsies in Australia! Listen to the 3 parts of the conversation here: That was Part 1 of the conversation and here is Part 2: And now for […]
Mindfulness Colouring
For Sydney artist, Kylie Johnson, positivity and creativity helped her to cope with the trauma of losing her mother and the breakup of a marriage. Kylie’s book, Mindfulness Colouring, is filled with beautiful illustrations and brings together children and parents through the calming act of colouring in. Kylie spoke with Ruth Hessey on Monday Drive […]
Elena Kats-Chernin
On Arts Wednesday 25 October 2017, Sylvia’s guest was acclaimed and beloved composer, Elena Kats-Chernin, who turns 60 next month. The conversation looks back over Elena’s career and the sheer exuberance of her personality makes for compelling listening. By way of introduction, we listened to Lullabye for Nick from the CD Butterflying. Elena composed the […]
Su Goldfish: The Last Goldfish
Su Goldfish is a Sydney filmmaker and the Manager/Producer at UNSW Creative Practice Lab. Her new film, The Last Goldfish, is a gripping autobiographical documentary that stretches from Trinidad to WWII Germany. Su spoke with Ruth Hessey about uncovering the incredible past of her secretive father. Watch the trailer. […]
Shakespeare’s Women
During the course of September/October 2017, Sylvia’s special guest was Dr Anna Kamaralli over 6 episodes entitles Shakespeare’s Women. Listen to them below: Episode 1: Shakespeare’s World Episode 2: Ingenues and Witty Wenches Episode 3: Queens Episode 4: The Lower Classes Episode 5: Shrews Episode 6: Magical Daughters […]
Film Review: Blade Runner 2049
Riley Lavelle Long reviews Blade Runner 2049, the sequel to science fiction cult classic Blade Runner. […]
Beyond Plastic Pollution: Pathways to Cleaner Oceans
Australia’s first Conference focused on reducing Marine Plastic Pollution in the Asia-Pacific region will take place at Darling Harbour in Sydney from October 31st to November 1st 2017. Bringing together business, government, science, academia and community, Beyond Plastic Pollution will seek to find pathways to cleaner oceans learning about the latest research, testing the best […]
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Interview with jazz musician Adrian Cunningham
New York-based Sydney jazz musician Adrian Cunningham is currently wowing audiences worldwide with his infectious original melodies and joyful multi-instrumental performances. Adrian spoke to “Thursday Jammin’” presenter Anita Mathews Pollard just prior to the U.S launch of his Album Jazz Speak (Arbors Records). The interview took place on September 1st, 2017 . The podcast is includes […]
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Flying Boats and the Rose Bay Base
On Wednesday 11 October, Sylvia’s guest was Matthew Holle, curator of the new Flying Boat Museum at Rose Bay, talking about the history of these now defunct aircraft. Listen to the conversation below: That was Part 1 of the conversation and here is Part 2: And now for Part 3: […]