This week we’re diving deep into the world of lost media, and in particular the mystery of - Australia's most intriguing missing song - which you might just be able to help solve! 



The Most Mysterious Song in Australia: A Lostwave Story by Strange Australian



In January 2024, Strange Australian was browsing Reddit looking for some obscure lost media, when he came across a thread about something they weren't really expecting to. A mysterious Australian song. A Lostwave. This pop-punk song has been unidentified since 2019, and is connected to a Sydney suburb.



Through Reddit, Discord and other conversations and research, he learned an incredible story. It is about a song, and it's also about community. So sit back and let us tell you the story about the most mysterious song in Australia-The Chatswood Youth Unknown Song.



You can discover the full documentary on Strange Australian's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeGemmNlo6U

A Lost Media Deep Dive



In this episode, we also speak to the caretakers of this great search - Lindsey Vassallo and Strange Australian to discover more about the world of lost media, archiving practices and the latest updates in the search for Austalia's most mysterious song!



Produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan featuring an audio documentary on The Chatswood Lost Tape by Strange Australian with the support of Lindsey Vassallo.



Featured music 'Just Be Curious' by Jerry Lacey on Epidemic Sound



Do you have a lead on the Chatswood Lost Song? Reach out to us at All The Best (pm@allthebestradio.com) or reach out to the Lost Wave Community: https://lostwaves-finest.fandom.com/wiki/Woo_Hoo



All The Best Credits



Executive Producer Phoebe Adler-Ryan



Editorial Producer Mel Bakewell



Host Madhuraa Prakash



Episode Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins



Image credit: Lindsey Vassallo

This week we’re diving deep into the world of lost media, and in particular the mystery of - Australia's most intriguing missing song - which you might just be able to help solve! 
 
The Most Mysterious Song in Australia: A Lostwave Story by Strange Australian
 
In January 2024, Strange Australian was browsing Reddit looking for some obscure lost media, when he came across a thread about something they weren't really expecting to. A mysterious Australian song. A Lostwave. This pop-punk song has been unidentified since 2019, and is connected to a Sydney suburb.
 
Through Reddit, Discord and other conversations and research, he learned an incredible story. It is about a song, and it's also about community. So sit back and let us tell you the story about the most mysterious song in Australia-The Chatswood Youth Unknown Song.
 
You can discover the full documentary on Strange Australian's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeGemmNlo6U
A Lost Media Deep Dive
 
In this episode, we also speak to the caretakers of this great search - Lindsey Vassallo and Strange Australian to discover more about the world of lost media, archiving practices and the latest updates in the search for Austalia's most mysterious song!
 
Produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan featuring an audio documentary on The Chatswood Lost Tape by Strange Australian with the support of Lindsey Vassallo.
 
Featured music 'Just Be Curious' by Jerry Lacey on Epidemic Sound
 
Do you have a lead on the Chatswood Lost Song? Reach out to us at All The Best (pm@allthebestradio.com) or reach out to the Lost Wave Community: https://lostwaves-finest.fandom.com/wiki/Woo_Hoo
 
All The Best Credits
 
Executive Producer Phoebe Adler-Ryan
 
Editorial Producer Mel Bakewell
 
Host Madhuraa Prakash
 
Episode Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins
 
Image credit: Lindsey Vassallo

Lost Media

This week, stories about reclaiming public spaces.

Demon Derriere by Azrielle de Vor

Azrielle interviews an absolute icon of the local arts scene here in Sydney. Demon Derriere is a mesmerising performer and host, and the creator of Big Thick Energy. 

Produced by Azrielle de Vor with mentorship from Danni Stewart. It was produced as part of the Community Media Training Organisations’s Audio Ability program.

Audio Ability is currently open for applications for their 2025 cohort, head to www.cmto.org.au to learn more and apply!



Out here by Angelina Mazza

Producer Angelina explores queers reclaiming the hiking trail in New York City. She investigates how the policing of public spaces has made it hard for queer and trans people to access the outdoors. 



Riis Beach by Danni Stewart

During New York Pride last year Danni took their Zoom recorder to Riis Beach.

For generations Queer New Yorkers have come to Riis but it’s a space that is constantly under threat.

This moment in time was contentious for the future of the space as the abandoned hospital building behind it had just been demolished, with property developers and conservative council members eyeing off the space for development.

Produced by Danni Stewart.



Have an idea for your own story?

If you have an idea for your very own ambitious audio documentary, think about applying for the Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship. Successful applicants will get access to monetary support as well as individualised training and mentorship to help realise their ideas.  Applications are open until November 27, head to www.allthebestradio.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: Danni Stewart 

This week, stories about reclaiming public spaces.
Demon Derriere by Azrielle de Vor
Azrielle interviews an absolute icon of the local arts scene here in Sydney. Demon Derriere is a mesmerising performer and host, and the creator of Big Thick Energy. 
Produced by Azrielle de Vor with mentorship from Danni Stewart. It was produced as part of the Community Media Training Organisations’s Audio Ability program.
Audio Ability is currently open for applications for their 2025 cohort, head to www.cmto.org.au to learn more and apply!
 
Out here by Angelina Mazza
Producer Angelina explores queers reclaiming the hiking trail in New York City. She investigates how the policing of public spaces has made it hard for queer and trans people to access the outdoors. 
 
Riis Beach by Danni Stewart
During New York Pride last year Danni took their Zoom recorder to Riis Beach.
For generations Queer New Yorkers have come to Riis but it’s a space that is constantly under threat.
This moment in time was contentious for the future of the space as the abandoned hospital building behind it had just been demolished, with property developers and conservative council members eyeing off the space for development.
Produced by Danni Stewart.
 
Have an idea for your own story?
If you have an idea for your very own ambitious audio documentary, think about applying for the Jesse Cox Audio Fellowship. Successful applicants will get access to monetary support as well as individualised training and mentorship to help realise their ideas.  Applications are open until November 27, head to www.allthebestradio.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: Danni Stewart

out hear

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, Daniella Biagi shares the challenges of dating with physical differences. From traumatic encounters, malicious body-shaming to numerous not-so-happy dates, Daniella 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, Daniella Biagi shares the challenges of dating with physical differences. From traumatic encounters, malicious body-shaming to numerous not-so-happy dates, Daniella 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

Licensed Poetics 

This week, a story about connection through theatricality and a night at the circus.



For Persephone, La Clique is both home and family. She shares childhood memories spent in circus cabaret wings, sketching and watching performers she now calls colleagues. 



The episode also features Harley Mann, custodian of Na Djinang Circus, a First Nations led contemporary troupe. Blending Indigenous themes with Western circus traditions, Harley explores “identity” and how “failures", both choreographed and accidental, bring authenticity to circuses, blending superhuman feats with human vulnerability.



Ending the episode is David Bates, Persephone’s father and founder of La Clique. Walking down the memory lane of La Clique’s past and its iconic Spiegel tent, the father-daughter look toward the future of circus and cabaret, celebrating its ever-evolving nature and its power to bring joy, and provoke thoughts.



Under the circus lights, we are all part of the act—each gasp, each clap a heartbeat in the night; a legacy that pulses wonder across generations.



This story was produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan. With special thanks to Harley Mann, David Bates and Persephone D'Arbela Bates for sharing their stories.



You can see La Clique at the Sydney Opera House until November 17.



Find out more about Na Djinang and their next tour dates at: https://www.nadjinang.com.au/



Music Credits



This story featured Kotoba, Usufruct, Primordial by Nuisance from the Free Music Archive.



And music from La Clique including Hurry On Down by Madam And The Rent Party, Curtain Call by La Soirée and the La Clique Trailertheme.

This week, a story about connection through theatricality and a night at the circus.
 
For Persephone, La Clique is both home and family. She shares childhood memories spent in circus cabaret wings, sketching and watching performers she now calls colleagues. 
 
The episode also features Harley Mann, custodian of Na Djinang Circus, a First Nations led contemporary troupe. Blending Indigenous themes with Western circus traditions, Harley explores “identity” and how “failures", both choreographed and accidental, bring authenticity to circuses, blending superhuman feats with human vulnerability.
 
Ending the episode is David Bates, Persephone’s father and founder of La Clique. Walking down the memory lane of La Clique’s past and its iconic Spiegel tent, the father-daughter look toward the future of circus and cabaret, celebrating its ever-evolving nature and its power to bring joy, and provoke thoughts.
 
Under the circus lights, we are all part of the act—each gasp, each clap a heartbeat in the night; a legacy that pulses wonder across generations.

This story was produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan. With special thanks to Harley Mann, David Bates and Persephone D'Arbela Bates for sharing their stories.
 
You can see <a href="https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/musical-theatre-cabaret/la-clique?gad_source=1&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw7Py4BhCbARIsAMMx-_KiMh30DQin-6K0yYcWscugrjbxtRD4fd8VtKLyC3Otk93oUw4NcaQaAuKZEALw_wcB">La Clique at the Sydney Opera House</a> until November 17.
 
Find out more about Na Djinang and their next tour dates at: https://www.nadjinang.com.au/
 
Music Credits
 
This story featured Kotoba, Usufruct, Primordial by Nuisance from the Free Music Archive.
 
And music from La Clique including Hurry On Down by Madam And The Rent Party, Curtain Call by La Soirée and the La Clique Trailer theme.

Nights at the Circus

This week, a story and an interview about resistance, dissent and the power of storytelling as an act of protest. 



Where to from here? by Isabella Lee



In this episode, Isabella speaks with Marto, a Pro-Palestinian cyclist, and Annie, an emerging writer. Reflecting on the ongoing atrocities in Gaza, they express their feelings of helplessness as they struggle to find impact in their efforts. Together, they explore how movements foster solidarity and how small, creative actions can ignite lasting change and sustain long-term activism.



Remember, all it takes is a little compassion and creativity to shed light where it’s needed most… because often, “the most important light is the one you cannot see”.

Music credits

Nuisance - Qanisqineq (Instrumental)
Dan Warren - Restoration (Instrumental)
Nuisance- Burnt Orange and Burning
Nuisance - Cabbage Moth (Instrumental)



Sara Saleh & Hasib Hourani

Host Mads speaks with two of the staunchest voices for Gaza in our local community, Sara Saleh and Hasib Hourani. We spoke about resistance through storytelling and finding solace and inspiration from one’s own community. 



Hasib Hourani's debut book is now in bookshops, rock flight can be purchased here. The fourth edition of Debris Magazine is also available now, co-edited by Hasib Hourani and Adalia Nash Hussain. 



You can buy The Flirtation of Girls and Songs of Dead and the Living here. Sara Saleh's poetry anthology is also on its way and you can catch her at writing events, including at the upcoming Blue Mountains Writers Festival - tickets here.



All The Best Credits

Executive Producer: Phoebe Adler-Ryan

Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell

Host: Madhuraa Prakash

This week, a story and an interview about resistance, dissent and the power of storytelling as an act of protest. 
 
Where to from here? by Isabella Lee
 
In this episode, Isabella speaks with Marto, a Pro-Palestinian cyclist, and Annie, an emerging writer. Reflecting on the ongoing atrocities in Gaza, they express their feelings of helplessness as they struggle to find impact in their efforts. Together, they explore how movements foster solidarity and how small, creative actions can ignite lasting change and sustain long-term activism.
 
Remember, all it takes is a little compassion and creativity to shed light where it’s needed most… because often, “the most important light is the one you cannot see”.
Music credits
Nuisance - Qanisqineq (Instrumental) Dan Warren - Restoration (Instrumental) Nuisance- Burnt Orange and Burning Nuisance - Cabbage Moth (Instrumental)
 
Sara Saleh &amp; Hasib Hourani
Host Mads speaks with two of the staunchest voices for Gaza in our local community, Sara Saleh and Hasib Hourani. We spoke about resistance through storytelling and finding solace and inspiration from one’s own community. 
 
Hasib Hourani's debut book is now in bookshops, rock flight can be purchased <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/1P5WCgZ0N1iYlgJy8uohAF4YixS?domain=giramondopublishing.com/">here</a>. The fourth edition of <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Epj_CjZ1N7iyj60mgI5iWFmxRSI?domain=debrismag.com">Debris</a> Magazine is also available now, co-edited by Hasib Hourani and Adalia Nash Hussain. 
 
You can buy The Flirtation of Girls and Songs of Dead and the Living <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/21IOCk81N9tqnLvBgc9s9FGicdR?domain=saramsaleh.com/">here</a>. Sara Saleh's poetry anthology is also on its way and you can catch her at writing events, including at the upcoming Blue Mountains Writers Festival - tickets <a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/FyQyClx1Njizo9lELU1tZFz5Ius?domain=bluemountainswritersfestival.com.au">here</a>.
 
All The Best Credits
Executive Producer: Phoebe Adler-Ryan
Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell
Host: Madhuraa Prakash

Protest

This week, All the Best Radio invites you to grab a drink and maybe a snack and settle down, as we hear stories that explore influential encounters, moments and ideas from ‘(Un)Intended Consequences’, a live storytelling event we held recently at Knox Street Bar.



That Time I Was Visited By An Angelby Pat Morrow



In our first story, Pat tells the story of his encounter with the Archangel Gabriel, who arrives not with soft words of comfort - but with life-shattering news. This story is about an unexpected visit and the futile, yet comedic, attempt to wrestle an angel. 



Spoiler alert: No amount of heavenly cologne will save you from the angel’s bad news.



Turbo Kickby Tanya Vavilova



Next up is Tanya’s story. A swim squad becomes captivated by a new swimmer, Olga, whose unconventional style and mysterious “turbo kick” spark a wave of imitation. As the group adopts her fashion and technique, they grow increasingly obsessed—until Olga discovers they’ve been copying her unique, double-jointed kick. When she leaves, they continue the trend, forgetting how it even started. 



As you can see, it only takes one turbo kick…to spark a full-blown swimming group revolution.



Serena Hor's Story



In our third story, Serena reflects on her struggles with speech and deafness, navigating between the hearing and deaf communities while juggling societal expectations and her own self-acceptance. After enduring bullying, parental pressure, and a challenging quest for a sense of belonging, she learns to embrace her unique voice. Because, in the end, sometimes the voices we’ve been ashamed of, turn out to be the most beautiful of all.



From Serena to her teenage self, “I'm deaf and sometimes I sound weird, but that's okay with me now.” 



And from us to her bullies and her terrible teachers, “Thank you, next”.



Thank you to the City of Sydney for funding this beautiful storytelling night, to Knox Street Bar for hosting us and to the wonderfully talented team of volunteers who helped us put on a wonderful show!



Keep an ear out for the next three stories in a future episode...



All The Best Credits



Executive Producer: Phoebe Adler-Ryan



Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell



Host: Madhuraa Prakash

This week, All the Best Radio invites you to grab a drink and maybe a snack and settle down, as we hear stories that explore influential encounters, moments and ideas from ‘(Un)Intended Consequences’, a live storytelling event we held recently at Knox Street Bar.
 
That Time I Was Visited By An Angel by Pat Morrow
 
In our first story, Pat tells the story of his encounter with the Archangel Gabriel, who arrives not with soft words of comfort - but with life-shattering news. This story is about an unexpected visit and the futile, yet comedic, attempt to wrestle an angel. 
 
Spoiler alert: No amount of heavenly cologne will save you from the angel’s bad news.
 
Turbo Kick by Tanya Vavilova
 
Next up is Tanya’s story. A swim squad becomes captivated by a new swimmer, Olga, whose unconventional style and mysterious “turbo kick” spark a wave of imitation. As the group adopts her fashion and technique, they grow increasingly obsessed—until Olga discovers they’ve been copying her unique, double-jointed kick. When she leaves, they continue the trend, forgetting how it even started. 
 
As you can see, it only takes one turbo kick…to spark a full-blown swimming group revolution.
 
Serena Hor's Story
 
In our third story, Serena reflects on her struggles with speech and deafness, navigating between the hearing and deaf communities while juggling societal expectations and her own self-acceptance. After enduring bullying, parental pressure, and a challenging quest for a sense of belonging, she learns to embrace her unique voice. Because, in the end, sometimes the voices we’ve been ashamed of, turn out to be the most beautiful of all.
 
From Serena to her teenage self, “I'm deaf and sometimes I sound weird, but that's okay with me now.” 
 
And from us to her bullies and her terrible teachers, “Thank you, next”.
 
Thank you to the City of Sydney for funding this beautiful storytelling night, to Knox Street Bar for hosting us and to the wonderfully talented team of volunteers who helped us put on a wonderful show!
 
Keep an ear out for the next three stories in a future episode...
 
All The Best Credits
 
Executive Producer: Phoebe Adler-Ryan
 
Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell
 
Host: Madhuraa Prakash

(Un)Intended Consequences - Part One

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>.

Nardi Simpson's Talk for the Future

This week: two stories about matriarchs in the Mediterranean and the lingering presence of lineage in the present day. 





The birth of honoured peasant



In our first story, Peter Polites tells us the story of Midwife Friday who assisted in the birth of his mother in a small village in Greece. 



Through the eyes of Midwife Friday, the story beautifully captures the harsh realities of village life, her resilience shaped by war and loss, and the enduring strength of a community bound by tradition and survival.





Pigeons, cats, rosegardens



In our next story, a mother and her children have a heartfelt conversation about their fragmented past, trying to piece together their connection to Greece and Istanbul, Turkey. Through anecdotes passed down from their mother about their grandparents—some factual, some hearsay—coupled with exchanges of their own imagined stories, they grapple with gaps in their family history, confronting questions of identity and lineage.



Sometimes… we just need a little fantasy… to bring the past back to life.





All The Best Credits



Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell



Host: Madhuraa Prakash

This week: two stories about matriarchs in the Mediterranean and the lingering presence of lineage in the present day. 
 
 
The birth of honoured peasant
 
In our first story, Peter Polites tells us the story of Midwife Friday who assisted in the birth of his mother in a small village in Greece. 
 
Through the eyes of Midwife Friday, the story beautifully captures the harsh realities of village life, her resilience shaped by war and loss, and the enduring strength of a community bound by tradition and survival.
 
 
Pigeons, cats, rosegardens
 
In our next story, a mother and her children have a heartfelt conversation about their fragmented past, trying to piece together their connection to Greece and Istanbul, Turkey. Through anecdotes passed down from their mother about their grandparents—some factual, some hearsay—coupled with exchanges of their own imagined stories, they grapple with gaps in their family history, confronting questions of identity and lineage.

Sometimes… we just need a little fantasy… to bring the past back to life.
 

All The Best Credits
 
Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell
 
Host: Madhuraa Prakash

In The Family

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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