Nardi Simpson is a Yuwaalaraay author, storyteller and performer dedicated to the making and sharing of culture. 

This week, we hear Nardi Simpson’s keynote address from the 2023 Mick Dark Talk For the Future.

This episode takes listeners on an enchanting journey to understand how Yuwaalaraay ideas represent the spirit, natural order, and guiding principles of life and connection to the land.

Through Nardi Simpson’s poetic prose and vivid imagery, we are guided through spiritual reflections on the inner self, the majestic grandeur of nature, and captivating tales of renewal, sacredness, and the duty to live in harmony with the land—stories of our ancestors who sought to leave a lasting, beautiful legacy for the world we live in.

This is an invitation to reflect on our past, our present, and how we might all look to the future. Let the magic sink in.



Thank you to the Blue Mountain's Writers Festival

The Mick DarkTalk for the Future is an annual keynote address on the environment that honours the legacy of Mick Dark, who in 1989 gifted Varuna, the National Writers’ House to the writers of Australia.

The 2024 Talk will take place at the Blue Mountains Writers Festival on November 3rd. You can find tickets for the festival here.

Nardi Simpson is a Yuwaalaraay author, storyteller and performer dedicated to the making and sharing of culture. 
This week, we hear Nardi Simpson’s keynote address from the 2023 Mick Dark Talk For the Future.
This episode takes listeners on an enchanting journey to understand how Yuwaalaraay ideas represent the spirit, natural order, and guiding principles of life and connection to the land.
Through Nardi Simpson’s poetic prose and vivid imagery, we are guided through spiritual reflections on the inner self, the majestic grandeur of nature, and captivating tales of renewal, sacredness, and the duty to live in harmony with the land—stories of our ancestors who sought to leave a lasting, beautiful legacy for the world we live in.
This is an invitation to reflect on our past, our present, and how we might all look to the future. Let the magic sink in.
 
Thank you to the Blue Mountain's Writers Festival
The Mick Dark Talk for the Future is an annual keynote address on the environment that honours the legacy of Mick Dark, who in 1989 gifted Varuna, the National Writers’ House to the writers of Australia.
The 2024 Talk will take place at the Blue Mountains Writers Festival on November 3rd. You can find tickets for the festival <a href="https://www.bluemountainswritersfestival.com.au/events/we-are-the-stars">here</a>.

All The Best is for new Australian storytelling. Hear from a Melbourne-based cannibal, how the Australian Wallabies used theatre workshops to improve their game, anxiety attacks in a Tantric sex class, and what the shopping centre Santa Claus is really thinking, all on All The Best. 


We're a weekly radio show and podcast produced at FBi Radio in Sydney in association with SYN and Triple R in Melbourne, and broadcast nationally via the Community Radio Network. We’ve been telling stories in a variety of forms since 2011, picking a theme each week and using short form documentary, personal narrative, interviews, and spoken word to bring you the best from across Australia.

All The Best is for new Australian storytelling. Hear from a Melbourne-based cannibal, how the Australian Wallabies used theatre workshops to improve their game, anxiety attacks in a Tantric sex class, and what the shopping centre Santa Claus is really thinking, all on All The Best. 
 
We're a weekly radio show and podcast produced at FBi Radio in Sydney in association with SYN and Triple R in Melbourne, and broadcast nationally via the Community Radio Network. We’ve been telling stories in a variety of forms since 2011, picking a theme each week and using short form documentary, personal narrative, interviews, and spoken word to bring you the best from across Australia.

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Nardi Simpson's Talk for the Future

What do you think I look like?

Is that a weird question? Probably. But I do have a point, stay with me. 

In a perfect world we’re all moving away from judging a book by its cover, I don’t think we can say we’ve achieved this quite yet.  

This idea is unpacked in our stories this week which delve into growing into our own skin, against the grain of social expectations. 

Dating when different by Carey Scheer

In our first story, Daniela Biagi shares the challenges of dating with physical differences. From traumatic encounters, malicious body-shaming to numerous not-so-happy dates, Daniela finds healing, growth, and resilience, as she leads us through a quest for genuine connection—with others and herself—in a world too quick to judge.

Remember, you are worthy of love just as you are—the right person won’t need you to have Snow White’s beauty, or Cinderella’s glass slippers to see the princess you’ve always been.

This story was produced by Carey Scheer with additional production by Mel Bakewell.

You can discover more of Carey's work at Purple Orange podcast.

Comfortable by Samuel Luke



In the second story, Samuel reflects on his transition journey of coming out as transgender and the emotional weight of his first year on testosterone. Through recalling vivid memories and emotions, Samuel explores the dissonance between his evolving body, the long-held feelings of discomfort, alongside the slow, surreal process of self-acceptance. 



It’s not just about becoming—it’s about relearning how to exist, to heal, and to finally see oneself in a body that feels like home.



Find more of Samuel's work on Instagram @samuellukeart or at samuellukeart.com.



All The Best Credits

Executive Producer Phoebe Adler-Ryan

Editorial Producer Mel Bakewell

Host Madhuraa Prakash

Episode Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins

Image: Liz Ham lizham.com 

What do you think I look like?
Is that a weird question? Probably. But I do have a point, stay with me. 
In a perfect world we’re all moving away from judging a book by its cover, I don’t think we can say we’ve achieved this quite yet.  
This idea is unpacked in our stories this week which delve into growing into our own skin, against the grain of social expectations. 
Dating when different by Carey Scheer
In our first story, Daniela Biagi shares the challenges of dating with physical differences. From traumatic encounters, malicious body-shaming to numerous not-so-happy dates, Daniela finds healing, growth, and resilience, as she leads us through a quest for genuine connection—with others and herself—in a world too quick to judge.
Remember, you are worthy of love just as you are—the right person won’t need you to have Snow White’s beauty, or Cinderella’s glass slippers to see the princess you’ve always been.
This story was produced by Carey Scheer with additional production by Mel Bakewell.
You can discover more of Carey's work at <a href="https://purpleorange.org.au/stories/podcast-evolution-self-understanding">Purple Orange podcast</a>.
Comfortable by Samuel Luke
 
In the second story, Samuel reflects on his transition journey of coming out as transgender and the emotional weight of his first year on testosterone. Through recalling vivid memories and emotions, Samuel explores the dissonance between his evolving body, the long-held feelings of discomfort, alongside the slow, surreal process of self-acceptance. 
 
It’s not just about becoming—it’s about relearning how to exist, to heal, and to finally see oneself in a body that feels like home.
 
Find more of Samuel's work on Instagram @samuellukeart or at <a href="http://samuellukeart.com/">samuellukeart.com</a>.
 
All The Best Credits
Executive Producer Phoebe Adler-Ryan
Editorial Producer Mel Bakewell
Host Madhuraa Prakash
Episode Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins
Image: Liz Ham lizham.com

it's not me it's you

This week, stories about the things we sometimes need to do to get a decent bite to eat. 



Table Diving by Patrick Mckenzie

In our first story, Patrick explores the odd temptation and social taboo of "table-diving"—taking leftover food from strangers' plates. Through his inner thoughts and expert interviews, the episode delves into themes of etiquette, hygiene, and practicality behind the peculiar act of table-diving. 

To take or not to take—would you dare snatch that chip? Don’t worry, human pigeon, your secret’s safe with us.

Produced by Patrick McKenzie with Supervising Production by Mark Yin.



Big Rat by Miles Mazzocato

In the next story, Miles tells a story of confronting a community of rats: a symbol of the sacrifices needed for survival. As one weighs the cost of economic stability against the value of joy, the harsh reality of their choices becomes painfully clear. 

When the pasta is cold, wet, and rosemary can’t fix it, maybe it’s time to question if survival alone is worth the taste.



Around the back by Danielle O’Neal, Inger Kviseth, Doreen Lee and Christina Lu 

In our third story, Charlie, a performer, shares his weekly adventures of dumpster diving with his partner, Jenny, uncovering treasures like Dutch chocolates and olive oil.  Highlighting systemic inefficiencies and hypocrisy of supermarket chains, the story exposes the paradox of food abundance and waste in a worldfacing hunger.

Dumpster dive, gourmet finds; a treasure hunt worth a try.



Would you like to get involved in audio storytelling?

Audio Club

Come along to Audio Club to meet other makers and collaborate on fun, low-stakes creative challenges. In November we're running a 24-hour radio challenge! Details here: https://forms.gle/yYWyxaibKvmrbsnf8 



The Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship

Or, if you're already a budding maker, make sure you take a look at the Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship. We're supporting four emerging audio producers with some cash, tailored mentorship and workshops in 2025. Full details here.



All The Best Credits

Executive Producer Phoebe Adler-Ryan

Editorial Producer Mel Bakewell

Host Madhuraa Prakash

Episode Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins

Cover Art by Miles Mazzocato

This week, stories about the things we sometimes need to do to get a decent bite to eat. 
 
Table Diving by Patrick Mckenzie
In our first story, Patrick explores the odd temptation and social taboo of "table-diving"—taking leftover food from strangers' plates. Through his inner thoughts and expert interviews, the episode delves into themes of etiquette, hygiene, and practicality behind the peculiar act of table-diving. 
To take or not to take—would you dare snatch that chip? Don’t worry, human pigeon, your secret’s safe with us.
Produced by Patrick McKenzie with Supervising Production by Mark Yin.
 
Big Rat by Miles Mazzocato
In the next story, Miles tells a story of confronting a community of rats: a symbol of the sacrifices needed for survival. As one weighs the cost of economic stability against the value of joy, the harsh reality of their choices becomes painfully clear. 
When the pasta is cold, wet, and rosemary can’t fix it, maybe it’s time to question if survival alone is worth the taste.
 
Around the back by Danielle O’Neal, Inger Kviseth, Doreen Lee and Christina Lu 
In our third story, Charlie, a performer, shares his weekly adventures of dumpster diving with his partner, Jenny, uncovering treasures like Dutch chocolates and olive oil.  Highlighting systemic inefficiencies and hypocrisy of supermarket chains, the story exposes the paradox of food abundance and waste in a world facing hunger.
Dumpster dive, gourmet finds; a treasure hunt worth a try.
 
Would you like to get involved in audio storytelling?
Audio Club
Come along to Audio Club to meet other makers and collaborate on fun, low-stakes creative challenges. In November we're running a 24-hour radio challenge! Details here: <a href="https://forms.gle/yYWyxaibKvmrbsnf8 ">https://forms.gle/yYWyxaibKvmrbsnf8 </a>
 
The Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship
Or, if you're already a budding maker, make sure you take a look at the Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship. We're supporting four emerging audio producers with some cash, tailored mentorship and workshops in 2025. Full details <a href="https://allthebestradio.com/all-the-best-fbi-radio-present-the-jesse-cox-audio-fellowship/">here</a>.
 
All The Best Credits
Executive Producer Phoebe Adler-Ryan
Editorial Producer Mel Bakewell
Host Madhuraa Prakash
Episode Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins
Cover Art by Miles Mazzocato

Trash & Treasure

This week, a podcast fiction story that examines the media industry and an interview about the artistic process behind it.

B Fung-Ling and Derek Dao are the hosts of the Licensed Poetics podcast and extremely passionate about supporting emerging artists.



All The Best Exec Producer Phoebe Adler-Ryan sat down with the duo to talk about the story they created for us and their artistic process delving into audio fiction for the first time.



A Literary Podcast Origin Story



Two literary critics are tasked with writing a book review at Big Media Company. It’s their first real job where their opinion will carry influence, but things go wrong even before they can select a book. Receiving little help from their dysfunctional Editor, the young writers are stuck between personal interest and intellectual integrity. What is the duty of a critic? Whom do they serve? And in the age of AI, is it even worth it?



That story was produced by Derek Dao and B Fung-Ling. B Fung-Ling also directed the piece. Voice acting by Derek Dao, Eva Chen and Angela Wu. Postproduction by Ivy Xu and artwork by Sofi Sun.



The Supervising Producer was Persephone Waxman.



You can follow B Fung-Ling @licensedpoetics, Derek Dao @daonationspls, Eva Chen @eva0765, Angela Wu @li_vermin_li, Sofi Sun @afterclasstourist and more of Ivy Xu's work at www.31atlarge.com



Would you like to get involved in audio storytelling?



Audio Club

Come along to Audio Club to meet other makers and collaborate on fun, low-stakes creative challenges. In November we're running a 24-hour radio challenge! Details here: https://forms.gle/yYWyxaibKvmrbsnf8 



The Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship

Or, if you're already a budding maker, make sure you take a look at the Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship. We're supporting four emerging audio producers with some cash, tailored mentorship and workshops in 2025. Full details here.



All The Best Credits

Executive Producer: Phoebe Adler-Ryan

Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell

Host: Madhuraa Prakash

Episode Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins

This week, a podcast fiction story that examines the media industry and an interview about the artistic process behind it.
B Fung-Ling and Derek Dao are the hosts of the Licensed Poetics podcast and extremely passionate about supporting emerging artists.
 
All The Best Exec Producer Phoebe Adler-Ryan sat down with the duo to talk about the story they created for us and their artistic process delving into audio fiction for the first time.
 
A Literary Podcast Origin Story
 
Two literary critics are tasked with writing a book review at Big Media Company. It’s their first real job where their opinion will carry influence, but things go wrong even before they can select a book. Receiving little help from their dysfunctional Editor, the young writers are stuck between personal interest and intellectual integrity. What is the duty of a critic? Whom do they serve? And in the age of AI, is it even worth it?
 
That story was produced by Derek Dao and B Fung-Ling. B Fung-Ling also directed the piece. Voice acting by Derek Dao, Eva Chen and Angela Wu. Postproduction by Ivy Xu and artwork by Sofi Sun.
 
The Supervising Producer was Persephone Waxman.
 
You can follow B Fung-Ling @licensedpoetics, Derek Dao @daonationspls, Eva Chen @eva0765, Angela Wu @li_vermin_li, Sofi Sun @afterclasstourist and more of Ivy Xu's work at www.31atlarge.com
 
Would you like to get involved in audio storytelling?
 
Audio Club
Come along to Audio Club to meet other makers and collaborate on fun, low-stakes creative challenges. In November we're running a 24-hour radio challenge! Details here: <a href="https://forms.gle/yYWyxaibKvmrbsnf8 ">https://forms.gle/yYWyxaibKvmrbsnf8 </a>
 
The Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship
Or, if you're already a budding maker, make sure you take a look at the Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship. We're supporting four emerging audio producers with some cash, tailored mentorship and workshops in 2025. Full details <a href="https://allthebestradio.com/all-the-best-fbi-radio-present-the-jesse-cox-audio-fellowship/">here</a>.
 
All The Best Credits
Executive Producer: Phoebe Adler-Ryan
Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell
Host: Madhuraa Prakash
Episode Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins

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