Astrology has been a guiding light for centuries, a way to make sense of the world. In our era of manifestation and costar obsession, what role does astrology play in our lives now? 

Today we’re joined by Matt Galea, a Sydney-based astrologer, journalist and Pedestrian TV’s Managing Editor. He’s just released his debut book, How to Spot the Star Signs, a modern and light-hearted take on the ancient practice. 

You can follow Matty on Instagram (@mattygaleax) and TikTok (@mattygaleax). Buy his book here!

Katie Zhou created our fab cover art and India Raine is our wonderful editor and composer of our jingle. Email us at cultureclubmail@gmail.com, find us on Instagram @cultureclubpod, or on our personal accounts @jasmineeskye and @yemagz.

This is a DM Podcast. 

Chat soon!
Jas & Mags xo

Astrology has been a guiding light for centuries, a way to make sense of the world. In our era of manifestation and costar obsession, what role does astrology play in our lives now? 
Today we’re joined by Matt Galea, a Sydney-based astrologer, journalist and Pedestrian TV’s Managing Editor. He’s just released his debut book, How to Spot the Star Signs, a modern and light-hearted take on the ancient practice. 
You can follow Matty on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattygaleax/">@mattygaleax</a>) and TikTok (<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mattygaleax?lang=en">@mattygaleax</a>). Buy his book <a href="https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781761269721/">here</a>!
Katie Zhou created our fab cover art and India Raine is our wonderful editor and composer of our jingle. Email us at cultureclubmail@gmail.com, find us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cultureclubpod/">@cultureclubpod</a>, or on our personal accounts <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jasmineeskye/">@jasmineeskye</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yemagz/">@yemagz</a>.
This is a DM Podcast. 
Chat soon! Jas &amp; Mags xo

Welcome to Culture Club. A weekly podcast brought to you by Jasmine Wallis and Maggie Zhou where two 20-something media-slashies chat about pop culture, current affairs, the internet and our lives.

A DM Podcast

Welcome to Culture Club. A weekly podcast brought to you by Jasmine Wallis and Maggie Zhou where two 20-something media-slashies chat about pop culture, current affairs, the internet and our lives.
A <a href="https://diamantina.com.au">DM Podcast</a>

Culture Club.

Welcome to Culture Club. A weekly podcast brought to you by Jasmine Wallis and Maggie Zhou where two 20-something media-slashies chat about pop culture, current affairs, the internet and our lives.
<a href="https://diamantina.com.au">A DM Podcast</a>

How To Spot The (Star) Signs With Astrologer Matt Galea

We get into this ep with a chat about Maggie's new apartment and Jas' latest hobby. 

News broke over the weekend about Australia's HECS debt repayment and is the MET Gala losing relevance? 

Next, Hollywood is hornier than ever as movies like Challengers and Saltburn break records. We discuss this new wave of cinema and read from a piece in the New York Times titled After Period of Chastity, Hollywood Movies Embrace Sex Again by Brooks Barns. 

The Idea Of You, Amazon's latest hit starring Anne Hathaway was released over the weekend. We chat about how it's changing the perception of the cougar and age gap relationships. We reference this piece by Ellen Gamerman, titled How Hollywood Defanged the ‘Cougar'. 

In recommendations, Maggie loved Dev Patel's directorial debut, Monkey Man, while Jas recommends How Deep Sleep Became A Status Symbol by Laura Pitcher for Dazed.

Katie Zhou created our fab cover art and India Raine is our wonderful editor and composer of our jingle. Email us at cultureclubmail@gmail.com, find us on Instagram @cultureclubpod, or on our personal accounts @jasmineeskye and @yemagz.

This is a DM Podcast.

We get into this ep with a chat about Maggie's new apartment and Jas' <a href="https://schoolofsewingandupcycling.com.au/">latest hobby</a>. 
News broke over the weekend about Australia's <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-05/help-hecs-debt-indexation-2024-cut-easier-to-pay-off/103800692">HECS debt</a> repayment and is the MET Gala losing relevance? 
Next, Hollywood is hornier than ever as movies like Challengers and Saltburn break records. We discuss this new wave of cinema and read from a piece in the New York Times titled <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/28/business/media/hollywood-movies-sex-challengers.html">After Period of Chastity, Hollywood Movies Embrace Sex Again</a> by Brooks Barns. 
The Idea Of You, Amazon's latest hit starring Anne Hathaway was released over the weekend. We chat about how it's changing the perception of the cougar and age gap relationships. We reference this piece by Ellen Gamerman, titled <a href="https://www.wsj.com/arts-culture/film/the-idea-of-you-anne-hathaway-age-gap-65756c01">How Hollywood Defanged the ‘Cougar'. </a>
In recommendations, Maggie loved Dev Patel's directorial debut, Monkey Man, while Jas recommends <a href="https://www.dazeddigital.com/beauty/article/62444/1/how-deep-sleep-became-a-status-symbol">How Deep Sleep Became A Status Symbol</a> by Laura Pitcher for Dazed.
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/katiezhoudesign/?hl=en">Katie Zhou</a> created our fab cover art and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/india_raine/?hl=en">India Raine</a> is our wonderful editor and composer of our jingle. Email us at cultureclubmail@gmail.com, find us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cultureclubpod/?hl=en">@cultureclubpod</a>, or on our personal accounts <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jasmineeskye/?hl=en">@jasmineeskye</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yemagz/?hl=en">@yemagz</a>.
This is a DM Podcast.

S*x Sells

Bri Lee is one of Australia’s leading thinkers and writers. She’s the author of Eggshell Skull, Beauty, Who Gets To Be Smart? and now, her first fiction novel, The Work.

In this episode of Culture Club Chats, Bri shares her thoughts on 'sad girl novels', why she wanted to explore class, power and sex in The Work and her advice on making it as a writer in 2024. 

You can see more of Bri on her Instagram @bri.e.lee and her newsletter News & Reviews. Her first fiction novel, The Work is available to buy now. 

Jas also referenced her article in ELLE titled, Are Influencers The New Public Intellectuals?

Katie Zhou created our fab cover art and India Raine is our wonderful editor and composer of our jingle. Email us at cultureclubmail@gmail.com, find us on Instagram @cultureclubpod, or on our personal accounts @jasmineeskye and @yemagz.

This is a DM Podcast.

Bri Lee is one of Australia’s leading thinkers and writers. She’s the author of Eggshell Skull, Beauty, Who Gets To Be Smart? and now, her first fiction novel, <a href="https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/book/Bri-Lee-The-Work-9781761069390">The Work</a>.
In this episode of Culture Club Chats, Bri shares her thoughts on 'sad girl novels', why she wanted to explore class, power and sex in The Work and her advice on making it as a writer in 2024. 
You can see more of Bri on her Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bri.e.lee/?hl=en">@bri.e.lee</a> and her newsletter <a href="https://newsandreviews.substack.com/">News &amp; Reviews</a>. Her first fiction novel, <a href="https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/book/Bri-Lee-The-Work-9781761069390">The Work</a> is available to buy now. 
Jas also referenced her article in ELLE titled, <a href="https://www.elle.com.au/culture/are-influencers-the-new-public-intellectuals/">Are Influencers The New Public Intellectuals?</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/katiezhoudesign/?hl=en">Katie Zhou</a> created our fab cover art and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/india_raine/?hl=en">India Raine</a> is our wonderful editor and composer of our jingle. Email us at cultureclubmail@gmail.com, find us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cultureclubpod/?hl=en">@cultureclubpod</a>, or on our personal accounts <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jasmineeskye/?hl=en">@jasmineeskye</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yemagz/?hl=en">@yemagz</a>.
This is a DM Podcast.

Doing The Work With Author Bri Lee

Disclaimer: We had a few technical problems when recording this episode - SO sorry dear listeners! 

Taylor's dropped a double album in The Tortured Poet's Department. We discuss our thoughts on it as well as some of the mixed reviews. We reference ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ review: a rare misstep by Laura Molloy for NME and Premature Evaluation: Taylor Swift The Tortured Poets Departmentby Tom Breihan for Stereogum.

Next, Coachella was back in California last week. We discuss how the vibes seemed "back" for the first time in years and reference this TikTok by user Worsegirlfriend and Are Coachella Outfits Becoming More … Normal? in The Cut by Danya Issawi. 

Lana Del Rey was also performing at this year's Coachella but some of the commentary around her weight was concerning. We discuss the internet moment and reference this article Is Lana Del Rey "Back", Or Has Her Body Just Changed? by Alexandra Pauly. 

After this, we chat about why people can't leave Sydney Sweeney alone – including other women. 

In recommendations, Jas watched the movie, Challengers (by Luca Guadagnino) while Maggie enjoyed the book Allow Me to Introduce Myself by Onyi Nwabineli. 

See you next time bbys. xo

Disclaimer: We had a few technical problems when recording this episode - SO sorry dear listeners! 
Taylor's dropped a double album in The Tortured Poet's Department. We discuss our thoughts on it as well as some of the mixed reviews. We reference ‘<a href="https://www.nme.com/reviews/album/taylor-swift-the-tortured-poets-department-lyrics-tracklist-3619454 ">The Tortured Poets Department’ review: a rare misstep</a> by Laura Molloy for NME and <a href="https://www.stereogum.com/2260059/premature-evaluation-taylor-swift-the-tortured-poets-department/reviews/premature-evaluation/">Premature Evaluation: Taylor Swift The Tortured Poets Department</a> by Tom Breihan for Stereogum.
Next, Coachella was back in California last week. We discuss how the vibes seemed "back" for the first time in years and reference <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@worsegirlfriend/video/7358534452965887238?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc&amp;web_id=7288513133026428434">this TikTok</a> by user Worsegirlfriend and <a href="https://www.thecut.com/article/are-coachella-outfits-becoming-more-normal.html">Are Coachella Outfits Becoming More … Normal?</a> in The Cut by Danya Issawi. 
Lana Del Rey was also performing at this year's Coachella but some of the commentary around her weight was concerning. We discuss the internet moment and reference this article <a href="https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/lana-del-rey-coachella-body-shaming-weight/ ">Is Lana Del Rey "Back", Or Has Her Body Just Changed?</a> by Alexandra Pauly. 
After this, we chat about why people can't leave <a href="https://www.dazeddigital.com/beauty/article/62402/1/immaculate-bodily-autonomy-nun-horror-sydney-sweeney-boobs">Sydney Sweeney</a> alone – including other women. 
In recommendations, Jas watched the movie, Challengers (by Luca Guadagnino) while Maggie enjoyed the book <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/198385439-allow-me-to-introduce-myself">Allow Me to Introduce Myself by Onyi Nwabineli. </a>
See you next time bbys. xo

How To Spot The (Star) Signs With Astrologer Matt Galea

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