Hellooooooo! And welcome back to No Offence, But a Black Birds podcast hosted by Ayeesha. On today's episode Ayeesha is joined by Claire Healy and Sean Cordeiro.  Claire and Sean have been working together since 2003. Their practice reflects a preoccupation with the dynamics of global mobility, fallout of consumer society, and contemporary notion of home. They've exhibited worldwide in prestigious galleries and major festivals and their work has been acquired by The National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC; Venice Biennale, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, Sydney; Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane; Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide, and more.Today Claire and Sean talk about ...how they met and started working togetherwhy good public art should almost be invisibletheir past works like Auto Safari and Don’t Shit Where You Eattheir upcoming work for OpenField festivalYou can find the full OpenField program and ticket info hereFind us on Instagram // @bl.ckb.rds @eeshash @clairehealyandseancordeiro @openfieldartsfestival  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hellooooooo! And welcome back to No Offence, But a <a href="www.black-birds.net" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Birds</a> podcast hosted by Ayeesha. On today's episode Ayeesha is joined by Claire Healy and Sean Cordeiro. Claire and Sean have been working together since 2003. Their practice reflects a preoccupation with the dynamics of global mobility, fallout of consumer society, and contemporary notion of home. They've exhibited worldwide in prestigious galleries and major festivals and their work has been acquired by The National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC; Venice Biennale, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, Sydney; Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane; Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide, and more.Today Claire and Sean talk about ...<ul><li>how they met and started working together</li><li>why good public art should almost be invisible</li><li>their past works like Auto Safari and Don’t Shit Where You Eat</li><li>their upcoming work for OpenField festival</li></ul> You can find the full OpenField program and ticket info <a href="https://www.openfield.org.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Find us on Instagram // <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> <a href="www.instagram.com/clairehealyandseancordeiro" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@clairehealyandseancordeiro</a> <a href="www.instagram.com/openfieldartsfestival" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@openfieldartsfestival </a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Public art, Yowies and OpenField Festival

Welcome back! This week we’re chatting all things mental with Māori (Tūhoe, Ngati Koura) woman and psychologist, Georgia Ash. On today’s episode we discuss what a clinical psychologist is (and how and why Georgia decided to become one), the most common mental health issues today, the changing language around mental health and the effects of the pandemic on our mental health. Plus! Georgia shares some tips on how to set healthy boundaries. This episode features host, Ayeesha Ash @eeshash and guest, Georgia Ash.No Offence, But… is a Black Birds podcast. Connect with us @bl.ckb.rds or send an email to ayeesha@black-birds.netDon't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back! This week we’re chatting all things mental with Māori (Tūhoe, Ngati Koura) woman and psychologist, Georgia Ash. On today’s episode we discuss what a clinical psychologist is (and how and why Georgia decided to become one), the most common mental health issues today, the changing language around mental health and the effects of the pandemic on our mental health. Plus! Georgia shares some tips on how to set healthy boundaries. This episode features host, Ayeesha Ash <a href="http://www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> and guest, Georgia Ash.No Offence, But… is a <a href="http://www.black-birds.net" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Birds</a> podcast. Connect with us <a href="http://www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> or send an email to <a href="mailto:ayeesha@black-birds.net" rel="noopener noreferrer">ayeesha@black-birds.net</a>Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Taking Care of Your Mental Health is Wealth

Today’s episode features the talented, vibrant and very funny Hannah Brontë. Hannah Brontë is a practising visual artist whose music videos, banners and large-scale installations explore the role of Indigenous/Blak women through recurring themes of resilience, matriarchy, and power. Influenced by her work as a DJ and her fascination with the spoken word, she is conscious of intertwining the knowledge of all her ancestors in each work she creates. Hannah has recently drawn on holistic, spiritual and physical healers as consultants for her work, which led her to becoming a doula. In today’s episode we will be discussing a variety of pop culture topics - diving a little deeper into the Travis/Kylie/Yungsweetro drama, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills finale (what really happened in Aspen?!) and celebrity halloween costumes. Plus a few detours to Kris Jenner, Blac Chyna, Tik Tok worms and the Melbourne Cup. This episode features host, Ayeesha Ash @eeshash and guest, Hannah Brontë @hannahbronte.Find out more about Hannah’s exhibition, Neon Oracle.  Listen to Jesswar’s album, LIFE’S SHORT, LIVE BIG.No Offence, But… is a Black Birds podcast. Connect with us @bl.ckb.rds or send an email to ayeesha@black-birds.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s episode features the talented, vibrant and very funny Hannah Brontë. Hannah Brontë is a practising visual artist whose music videos, banners and large-scale installations explore the role of Indigenous/Blak women through recurring themes of resilience, matriarchy, and power. Influenced by her work as a DJ and her fascination with the spoken word, she is conscious of intertwining the knowledge of all her ancestors in each work she creates. Hannah has recently drawn on holistic, spiritual and physical healers as consultants for her work, which led her to becoming a doula. In today’s episode we will be discussing a variety of pop culture topics - diving a little deeper into the Travis/Kylie/Yungsweetro drama, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills finale (what really happened in Aspen?!) and celebrity halloween costumes. Plus a few detours to Kris Jenner, Blac Chyna, Tik Tok worms and the Melbourne Cup. This episode features host, Ayeesha Ash <a href="http://www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> and guest, Hannah Brontë <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hannahbronte/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@hannahbronte</a>.Find out more about Hannah’s exhibition, <a href="https://art.uts.edu.au/index.php/exhibitions/kaleidoscope-healing/index.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Neon Oracle</a>.  Listen to Jesswar’s album, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7BnAJcYqklbUsW8qux6YwP?si=rHbVcxA7Qra4YP0nIrrJ-w" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LIFE’S SHORT, LIVE BIG</a>.No Offence, But… is a <a href="http://www.black-birds.net" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Birds</a> podcast. Connect with us <a href="http://www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> or send an email to <a href="mailto:ayeesha@black-birds.net" rel="noopener noreferrer">ayeesha@black-birds.net</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Pop Culture Princess

No Offence, But…WE’RE BACK BABY! After an almost one year hiatus, we’re back with another season. Today’s guest is Elissa Leighton. Elissa is a proud Minjungbal woman who grew up on Country (Bundjalung Country) and is now paving the way for travel sized skincare. She is the founder of skincare brand FLYY Bod - the new era of on the go skin care. Their products are vibrantly packaged, travel sized, affordable and formulated with native fruit extracts and botanicals. In this episode, Elissa shares about her childhood and the complexities of understanding her identity, how and why she created FLYY BOD, stepping into the skincare industry as an Indigenous business owner, corporations and cultural protocols and her dreams for FLYY BOD.  For the month of October, FLYY BOD is doing a 'buy one, get one free' promotion on all of their products. Check out their full range here!This episode features host, Ayeesha Ash @eeshash and guest Elissa Leighton @lovinlisssss. No Offence, But… is a Black Birds podcast. Connect with us @bl.ckb.rds or send an email to ayeesha@black-birds.netFor domestic violence and sexual abuse support please contact 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or 13YARN on 13 92 76 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No Offence, But…WE’RE BACK BABY! After an almost one year hiatus, we’re back with another season. Today’s guest is Elissa Leighton. Elissa is a proud Minjungbal woman who grew up on Country (Bundjalung Country) and is now paving the way for travel sized skincare. She is the founder of skincare brand <a href="https://flyybod.com.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">FLYY Bod</a> - the new era of on the go skin care. Their products are vibrantly packaged, travel sized, affordable and formulated with native fruit extracts and botanicals. In this episode, Elissa shares about her childhood and the complexities of understanding her identity, how and why she created FLYY BOD, stepping into the skincare industry as an Indigenous business owner, corporations and cultural protocols and her dreams for FLYY BOD.  For the month of October, FLYY BOD is doing a 'buy one, get one free' promotion on all of their products. Check out their full range <a href="https://flyybod.com.au/collections/all" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>!This episode features host, Ayeesha Ash <a href="http://www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> and guest Elissa Leighton <a href="http://www.instagram.com/lovinlisssss" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@lovinlisssss</a>. No Offence, But… is a <a href="http://www.black-birds.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Birds</a> podcast. Connect with us <a href="http://www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> or send an email to <a href="mailto:ayeesha@black-birds.net" rel="noopener noreferrer">ayeesha@black-birds.net</a>For domestic violence and sexual abuse support please contact <a href="https://www.1800respect.org.au/?utm_source=Google+Hotline+DV+One+Box&amp;utm_medium=search&amp;utm_campaign=DV+One+Box&amp;utm_id=GHOB&amp;utm_term=domestic+violence" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">1800RESPECT</a> on 1800 737 732 or <a href="https://www.13yarn.org.au/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">13YARN</a> on 13 92 76 Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

FLYY BOD: skin care that's more than skin deep

Welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But! Today on the pod Ayeesha is joined by Jamaica Moana. Jamaica Moana is an artist, rapper, creative director &amp; writer of Māori (Ngāpuhi/Tainui) and Samoan descent. Spiritually entwined with Hokianga and Waikato in the Motherland of Aotearoa, whilst currently walking the land of the Gadigal people. Last year Ayeesha had the pleasure of speaking with Jamaica on the podcast (check below for the link to listen). At that point in time Jam had just left a full time job to pursue music full time. Jamaica fills us in on what’s been happening, what the evolution to full time artist has been like, life in lockdown, the importance of community, balancing the hustle and so much more. Jamaica is so talented and so kind and we're so happy to share this kōrero with you. Enjoy!LinksFollow Jamaica Moana on IGFollow Black Birds on IGFollow Ayeesha on IGListen to Jamaica Moana's previous No Offence, But episodeListen to Jamaica Moana on SpotifyWatch Jamaica Moana on YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But! Today on the pod Ayeesha is joined by Jamaica Moana. Jamaica Moana is an artist, rapper, creative director &amp; writer of Māori (Ngāpuhi/Tainui) and Samoan descent. Spiritually entwined with Hokianga and Waikato in the Motherland of Aotearoa, whilst currently walking the land of the Gadigal people. Last year Ayeesha had the pleasure of speaking with Jamaica on the podcast (check below for the link to listen). At that point in time Jam had just left a full time job to pursue music full time. Jamaica fills us in on what’s been happening, what the evolution to full time artist has been like, life in lockdown, the importance of community, balancing the hustle and so much more. Jamaica is so talented and so kind and we're so happy to share this kōrero with you. Enjoy!LinksFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/jamaicamoana" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Jamaica Moana</a> on IGFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Birds</a> on IGFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ayeesha</a> on IGListen to Jamaica Moana's previous <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/no-offence-but-i-am-ready-with-jamaica-moana/id1506518461?i=1000479539871" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">No Offence, But</a> episodeListen to Jamaica Moana on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/0kCAtshqpuXucHnqXehLfh?si=mY_DHDcdQQqM1zdgjanm7w&amp;dl_branch=1&amp;nd=1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>Watch Jamaica Moana on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbqlKxzznKxyvSwmzfvD5EQ" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

I Can and I Will

Mōrena! Today on the pod we welcome back the beautiful Basjia Almaan. Basjia is a Black Queer model, stylist, creative director, nutrition student and performer who is a part of the Eora Ballroom community as a House of Silky child. She is a sex siren, body and face grand prize winner. Basjia creates art to empower and celebrate the Black femme body and to show how powerful and sacred all bodies are. In this episode Basjia and Ayeesha discuss 8 red flags of a toxic relationship...1. You justify their bad behaviour.2. They don't talk through issues.3. They're constantly testing your boundaries.4. They have a massive sense of entitlement.5. Something in your gut feels wrong.6. Everything is about them.7. They are overly critical about their previous partners.8. You are constantly denied, criticised, or dismissed by them.Enjoy the episode! (Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, download and shaaaaaare xoxo).LinksFollow @basjia on IGFollow @bl.ckb.rds on IGFollow @eeshash on IG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mōrena! Today on the pod we welcome back the beautiful Basjia Almaan. Basjia is a Black Queer model, stylist, creative director, nutrition student and performer who is a part of the Eora Ballroom community as a House of Silky child. She is a sex siren, body and face grand prize winner. Basjia creates art to empower and celebrate the Black femme body and to show how powerful and sacred all bodies are. In this episode Basjia and Ayeesha discuss 8 red flags of a toxic relationship...1. You justify their bad behaviour.2. They don't talk through issues.3. They're constantly testing your boundaries.4. They have a massive sense of entitlement.5. Something in your gut feels wrong.6. Everything is about them.7. They are overly critical about their previous partners.8. You are constantly denied, criticised, or dismissed by them.Enjoy the episode! (Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, download and shaaaaaare xoxo).LinksFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/basjia" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@basjia</a> on IGFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> on IGFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> on IG Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Red Flags & Toxic Relationships

Goooood morning! Today on the pod Ayeesha is joined by Shaquille Wasasala aka @half.queen. Shaquille is an Auckland based DJ and truth teller whose sets are just as unapologetic and empowered as her presence in every space. Rooted in the experience of her Fijian and Pākēha bloodlines, her background has influenced a confluence of sound that is ever-evolving; musically speaking into a local and global sense of diaspora. She’s gone a step further and with her friend and collaborator, JessB, she has created QTBIPOC club night FILTH which continues to uplift the marginalised and decolonise the dance floor. Shaquille says it herself, but she’s truly living a full life. From her extreme self awareness as a child, to film school, to having Shabbat with Madonna. It’s all there. It’s all in this yarn. P.S. Shaquille is extremely funny.LinksFollow @half.queen on InstagramFollow @filthakl on InstagramFollow @bl.ckb.rds on InstagramFollow @eeshash on InstagramWatch FILTH's Boiler RoomListen to Halfqueen on SoundcloudCheck out Amelia Bedelia on YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goooood morning! Today on the pod Ayeesha is joined by Shaquille Wasasala aka @half.queen. Shaquille is an Auckland based DJ and truth teller whose sets are just as unapologetic and empowered as her presence in every space. Rooted in the experience of her Fijian and Pākēha bloodlines, her background has influenced a confluence of sound that is ever-evolving; musically speaking into a local and global sense of diaspora. She’s gone a step further and with her friend and collaborator, JessB, she has created QTBIPOC club night FILTH which continues to uplift the marginalised and decolonise the dance floor. Shaquille says it herself, but she’s truly living a full life. From her extreme self awareness as a child, to film school, to having Shabbat with Madonna. It’s all there. It’s all in this yarn. P.S. Shaquille is extremely funny.LinksFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/half.queen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@half.queen</a> on InstagramFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/filthakl" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@filthakl</a> on InstagramFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> on InstagramFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> on InstagramWatch FILTH's <a href="https://boilerroom.tv/session/filth" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Boiler Room</a>Listen to Halfqueen on <a href="https://soundcloud.com/halfqueen09" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Soundcloud</a>Check out Amelia Bedelia on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXoMD9Jw22Y" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Anti-Hero Energy

Mōrena ~ welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But. In today's episode Ayeesha is joined by the one and only Jade Le Flay. Jade is a Canberra born DJ and Producer who has pushed boundaries well outside of the club bubble. She's transformed her DJ sets into unforgettable live performances with collaborations from live vocalists, dancers, and rappers. There's not much that Jade doesn’t do; she's a co-host of A1: The Show on Spotify and has her own show Only with Jade Le Flay,  where she chats with some of the music industry’s biggest rising stars. Jade has an amazing work ethic and is an absolute hustler. She identifies as rich, retired and fabulous and her skill set includes (but is not limited to) professional dancer and young athlete. There’s so much more to Jade than meets the eye...If you like the show ~ subscribe, download and share! (Love you lots xo)LinksFollow @jadeleflay on InstagramFollow @bl.ckb.rds on InstagramFollow @eeshash on InstagramListen to Jade on A1: The ShowWatch Only With Jade Le Flay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mōrena ~ welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But. In today's episode Ayeesha is joined by the one and only Jade Le Flay. Jade is a Canberra born DJ and Producer who has pushed boundaries well outside of the club bubble. She's transformed her DJ sets into unforgettable live performances with collaborations from live vocalists, dancers, and rappers. There's not much that Jade doesn’t do; she's a co-host of A1: The Show on Spotify and has her own show Only with Jade Le Flay, where she chats with some of the music industry’s biggest rising stars. Jade has an amazing work ethic and is an absolute hustler. She identifies as rich, retired and fabulous and her skill set includes (but is not limited to) professional dancer and young athlete. There’s so much more to Jade than meets the eye...If you like the show ~ subscribe, download and share! (Love you lots xo)LinksFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/jadeleflay" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@jadeleflay</a> on InstagramFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> on InstagramFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> on InstagramListen to Jade on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5yGdoWbDtCZuE9ZNXmfNB3" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">A1: The Show</a>Watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPeTzL8Q111C4GweyPrAAsw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Only With Jade Le Flay</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Rich, Retired and Fabulous 

If you like this podcast rate, review subscribe and hit download on the episode (it really helps!)Today on the podcast Ayeesha is joined by Yorta Yorta, Dja Dja Wurrung, Wiradjuri artist Neil Morris aka DRMNGNOW. DRMNGNOW is a proud First Nations, artist from the lands of Biyala Woka (Redgum Country) who uses hip hop and experimental electronic elements to create decolonial content exploring Indigenous rights and Culture. His songs Australia Does Not Exist, Indigenous Land, Ancestors, Survive and Get Back to the Land (feat. Emily Wurramurra) have become decolonial anthems. DRMNGNOW is driven by aspirations of First Nations liberation and Sovereignty and uses his music and public platform to push and advocate for a range of Indigenous rights campaigns relating to Environmental and Cultural Rights and Deaths in Custody.The kōrero, conversation, that you’ll be hearing today is one that was truly nourishing, thought provoking and very beautiful. Neil shares so generously about connection to country, feeling the strength of ancestors and elders, what evoked the creation of his song Indigenous Land, the importance and beauty of First Nations Fashion Design and a whole lot more.LinksFollow @DRMNGNOW on instagramFollow @bl.ckb.rds on InstagramFollow @eeshash on InstagramListen to DRMNGNOW on SpotifyWatch DRMNGNOW on Youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you like this podcast rate, review subscribe and hit download on the episode (it really helps!)Today on the podcast Ayeesha is joined by Yorta Yorta, Dja Dja Wurrung, Wiradjuri artist Neil Morris aka <a href="www.instagram.com/drmngnow" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">DRMNGNOW</a>. DRMNGNOW is a proud First Nations, artist from the lands of Biyala Woka (Redgum Country) who uses hip hop and experimental electronic elements to create decolonial content exploring Indigenous rights and Culture. His songs <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/3jSxZ6F7euTQJDe0fZHjBV?highlight=spotify:track:3Q2Qw5MQ3a9ei9A634Cv4e" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Australia Does Not Exist</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7DGGSxyG2XAz2RRflPkDty?highlight=spotify:track:0nFaQYcSKhXFdz9vh3pQbx" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Indigenous Land</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/6A85aM0AJADY2omJ6aIylX?highlight=spotify:track:0QYl6wSKYsAwqUqchJvBp0" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ancestors</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/5hx6wTsZKlFGybimQxi8lR?highlight=spotify:track:6iP9Trxeg1g05oa2fbU5rV" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Survive</a> and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/1FFgGVLxHzTtvybLbwHi6Z?highlight=spotify:track:2AcedBPGFLraLPIW5qTgU3" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Get Back to the Land</a> (feat. Emily Wurramurra) have become decolonial anthems. DRMNGNOW is driven by aspirations of First Nations liberation and Sovereignty and uses his music and public platform to push and advocate for a range of Indigenous rights campaigns relating to Environmental and Cultural Rights and Deaths in Custody.The kōrero, conversation, that you’ll be hearing today is one that was truly nourishing, thought provoking and very beautiful. Neil shares so generously about connection to country, feeling the strength of ancestors and elders, what evoked the creation of his song Indigenous Land, the importance and beauty of First Nations Fashion Design and a whole lot more.LinksFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/drmngnow" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@DRMNGNOW</a> on instagramFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> on InstagramFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> on InstagramListen to DRMNGNOW on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/18IB1ryPcOlseJCtYmthDg" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>Watch DRMNGNOW on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRNc3XUvAaZ4GD2_KMxiJPA" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Youtube</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

You're On Indigenous Land

NAU MAI, HAERE MAI! Welcome back to No Offence, But. It's been a big long while, and NO OFFENCE, BUT we've missed you! In this episode Ayeesha is interviewed by poet, artist and soul sister, Mel Ree. They chat about healing, hope, growth, Black Birds, pop culture and emotionally unavailable men (lmao). LinksFollow @bl.ckb.rds on InstagramFollow Ayeesha on InstagramFollow Mel Ree on InstagramListen to Mel's podcast episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NAU MAI, HAERE MAI! Welcome back to No Offence, But. It's been a big long while, and NO OFFENCE, BUT we've missed you! In this episode Ayeesha is interviewed by poet, artist and soul sister, Mel Ree. They chat about healing, hope, growth, Black Birds, pop culture and emotionally unavailable men (lmao). LinksFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> on InstagramFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ayeesha</a> on InstagramFollow <a href="www.instagram.com/mel__ree" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Mel Ree</a> on InstagramListen to <a href="https://play.acast.com/s/96f4ae30-eec7-5046-bd75-becd3c0d48db/3645a960-624f-424e-bbb2-281347f3b931" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Mel's podcast episode</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Ayeesha's in the hot seat

No Offence, But is a series of conversations with a range of artists, creatives and professionals where we break away from stereotypes and get to the core of peoples' work and what drives it. We talk about dating, triggers, race, culture, letting go of trauma, body image, self-love, mental health - we laugh, we spill the tea, we cry and we hold space for one another. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mel Ree

Gooooood morning! Today's ep is a replay of one of our favourite chats with sis Mel Ree.  Mel is a Papua New Guinean Australian powerhouse! Mel trained as an actor at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts and has since found her strength as a storyteller in performance poetry. She utilises her incredible emotional capacity as an actor to deliver heart wrenching poetry that delves into topics of rising through our darkest moments, finding our true identity after trauma and the experience of being an ethnic artist and individual in a predominantly white country. Keep up to date with Mel here ~ @mel__reeYou can learn more about Black Birds via our Instagram or at our website www.black-birds.netYou can find host Ayeesha here ~ @eeshashCW: In this episode we discuss eating disorders, depression and trauma which may be triggering for some listeners.For support for eating disorders please call The Butterfly Foundation on 1800 334 673. For crisis support and support for depression please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gooooood morning! Today's ep is a replay of one of our favourite chats with sis <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mel__ree/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Mel Ree</a>. Mel is a Papua New Guinean Australian powerhouse! Mel trained as an actor at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts and has since found her strength as a storyteller in performance poetry. She utilises her incredible emotional capacity as an actor to deliver heart wrenching poetry that delves into topics of rising through our darkest moments, finding our true identity after trauma and the experience of being an ethnic artist and individual in a predominantly white country. Keep up to date with Mel here ~ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mel__ree/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@mel__ree</a>You can learn more about Black Birds via our <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> or at our website <a href="www.black-birds.net" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.black-birds.net</a>You can find host Ayeesha here ~ <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a>CW: In this episode we discuss eating disorders, depression and trauma which may be triggering for some listeners.For support for eating disorders please call The Butterfly Foundation on 1800 334 673. For crisis support and support for depression please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Why Can't You Just Get Over It? - with Mel Ree

Hello and welcome back! If you’re an Artist of Colour and you live on Gadigal land you’re probably familiar with our first guest of the month, Moreblessing Maturure. Moreblessing is a Zimbabwean/Australian inter-disciplinary artist, TEDx Speaker and the Creative Director of FOLK Magazine. She won Best Artist 2020 for the FBi Radio SMAC awards and is Moreblessing is currently rehearsing Seven Methods of Killing Kylie Jenner at Darlinghurst Theatre Company. Moreblessing is an advocate ~online and off~ for anti-racist practices whilst also being Co-Chair of MEAA’s Equity Diversity Committee. In this chat Moreblessing shares on the experience of moving countries at 8 years old, the importance of delegation, the pressure to have opinions and the importance of self-preservation. Plus, we peel back the lid on the can of the worms that is the Kardashian/Jenner situation. Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and shaaaaaare. Get your tickets Seven Methods of Killing Kylie Jenner hereConnect with us on IG @moreblessingma @eeshash @bl.ckb.rds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello and welcome back! If you’re an Artist of Colour and you live on Gadigal land you’re probably familiar with our first guest of the month, Moreblessing Maturure. Moreblessing is a Zimbabwean/Australian inter-disciplinary artist, TEDx Speaker and the Creative Director of FOLK Magazine. She won Best Artist 2020 for the FBi Radio SMAC awards and is Moreblessing is currently rehearsing Seven Methods of Killing Kylie Jenner at Darlinghurst Theatre Company. Moreblessing is an advocate ~online and off~ for anti-racist practices whilst also being Co-Chair of MEAA’s Equity Diversity Committee. In this chat Moreblessing shares on the experience of moving countries at 8 years old, the importance of delegation, the pressure to have opinions and the importance of self-preservation. Plus, we peel back the lid on the can of the worms that is the Kardashian/Jenner situation. Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and shaaaaaare. Get your tickets Seven Methods of Killing Kylie Jenner <a href="https://www.darlinghursttheatre.com/sevenmethods" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Connect with us on IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moreblessingma/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@moreblessingma</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eeshash/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Don't @ Me - with Moreblessing Maturure

Hello and welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But!In today’s episode Ayeesha chats with Sabina Mckenna; writer, curator and the creator of the Where are you from? project: a photojournalistic series about cultural identity.  Sabina writes predominantly in interview style and has been featured locally and internationally in publications that includeArt Almanac, Broadsheet, Archer, Acclaim, i-D, G-IRL (London), Ladies of Leisure, Catalogue Magazine, and Hopes and Fears (NYC).Her diverse creative portfolio explores themes of identity and belonging, and she is involved in a range of creative initiatives and institutions, which has included Future Girl Corp, Frieze Art Fair in New York and The National Gallery of Victoria.Where are you from? has achieved local and international acclaim, with features in press publications that include The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald, Frankie Magazine, iD UK, Fashion Journal Magazine, Acclaim Magazine, ArtsHub, Zee Feed, Vice, Broadsheet, ABC Life, ABC Radio, Triple R and FBI Radio Sydney.Sabina is of Nigerian and Irish ancestry, born and raised in Australia, and a child of diaspora. She shares about what it’s like trying to connect to a culture you’re so from, the romanticisation that comes into play and what happens when you don’t have that burning desire to go back 'home'. Plus, Sabina shares on her experiences of the ‘where are you from?’ question, which led her to start the platform, the risk of thinking that BLM has a completion point and the importance of loving yourself. Don't forget to rate, subscribe, review and tell your friends!Connect with Sabina on IG @art_workrCheck out Where are you from on IG or via their websiteConnect with us on IG @bl.ckb.rds @eeshashOr email hello@black-birds.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello and welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But!In today’s episode Ayeesha chats with Sabina Mckenna; writer, curator and the creator of the Where are you from? project: a photojournalistic series about cultural identity.  Sabina writes predominantly in interview style and has been featured locally and internationally in publications that includeArt Almanac, Broadsheet, Archer, Acclaim, i-D, G-IRL (London), Ladies of Leisure, Catalogue Magazine, and Hopes and Fears (NYC).Her diverse creative portfolio explores themes of identity and belonging, and she is involved in a range of creative initiatives and institutions, which has included Future Girl Corp, Frieze Art Fair in New York and The National Gallery of Victoria.Where are you from? has achieved local and international acclaim, with features in press publications that include The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald, Frankie Magazine, iD UK, Fashion Journal Magazine, Acclaim Magazine, ArtsHub, Zee Feed, Vice, Broadsheet, ABC Life, ABC Radio, Triple R and FBI Radio Sydney.Sabina is of Nigerian and Irish ancestry, born and raised in Australia, and a child of diaspora. She shares about what it’s like trying to connect to a culture you’re so from, the romanticisation that comes into play and what happens when you don’t have that burning desire to go back 'home'. Plus, Sabina shares on her experiences of the ‘where are you from?’ question, which led her to start the platform, the risk of thinking that BLM has a completion point and the importance of loving yourself. Don't forget to rate, subscribe, review and tell your friends!Connect with Sabina on IG <a href="www.instagram.com/art_workr" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@art_workr</a>Check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whereareyoufrom__/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Where are you from on IG</a> or via their <a href="https://www.whereareyoufrm.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>Connect with us on IG <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a>Or email hello@black<a href="http://-birds.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">-birds.net</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Where Are You From? - with Sabina McKenna

Goooooood morning!On today's episode Ayeesha is joined by phenomenal rapper Jesswar.Jesswar is making huge moves in the music industry. A proud Fijian, Jesswar is defining where Rap is evolving towards. Their refusal of prescribed definitions is the foundation on which they build their universe. Deeply inspired by their chosen community and their experiences; they uses music as the vessel of storytelling. Their pride reflects on her resilience and resourcefulness and defends the notions of holistic codependency and kinship. Having released their widely acclaimed first single “Savage” in 2017, they has collaborated with the likes of DZ Deathrays, Tasha the Amazon &amp; Briggs, and performed at Laneway, Splendour in the Grass and Groovin the Moo. The first member of their family to attend University, Jesswar is a peer support worker and runs music workshops for young people in the outer suburbs of Meanjin. Jess shares on how and why they makes music, what it’s like being a rapper of colour in the music industry, growing up on the Gold Coast, going to uni at 16 (!!!) and a whole lot more!Jesswar’s new EP Tropixx drops on the 5th of March - and we're telling you, it is fiiiiiiiiire. Keep scrolling for links to presave and buy tickets to their tour.Follow Jesswar on IG @jesswarPresave Jesswar's EP on Spotify or Apple MusicCheck out Venom by Jesswar on YouTubeFor tickets to Jesswar's tour head to her IG @jesswarConnect with us on IG @eeshash @bl.ckb.rds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goooooood morning!On today's episode Ayeesha is joined by phenomenal rapper Jesswar.Jesswar is making huge moves in the music industry. A proud Fijian, Jesswar is defining where Rap is evolving towards. Their refusal of prescribed definitions is the foundation on which they build their universe. Deeply inspired by their chosen community and their experiences; they uses music as the vessel of storytelling. Their pride reflects on her resilience and resourcefulness and defends the notions of holistic codependency and kinship. Having released their widely acclaimed first single “Savage” in 2017, they has collaborated with the likes of DZ Deathrays, Tasha the Amazon &amp; Briggs, and performed at Laneway, Splendour in the Grass and Groovin the Moo. The first member of their family to attend University, Jesswar is a peer support worker and runs music workshops for young people in the outer suburbs of Meanjin. Jess shares on how and why they makes music, what it’s like being a rapper of colour in the music industry, growing up on the Gold Coast, going to uni at 16 (!!!) and a whole lot more!Jesswar’s new EP Tropixx drops on the 5th of March - and we're telling you, it is fiiiiiiiiire. Keep scrolling for links to presave and buy tickets to their tour.Follow Jesswar on IG <a href="www.instagram.com/jesswar" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@jesswar</a>Presave Jesswar's EP on <a href="https://ffm.to/jesswar_tropixx" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify or Apple Music</a>Check out Venom by Jesswar on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIuhbBDJcBY" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a>For tickets to Jesswar's tour head to her IG <a href="www.instagram.com/jesswar" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@jesswar</a>Connect with us on IG <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Get Off My Throne - with Jesswar

Welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But!Joining us once again on the pod is the wonderful Basjia Almaan. Basjia is 26 years old, she is of African, Australian and Greek descent, she is a queer black woman, a model, a creative, a student, a lover and many, many other things. In today’s ep we talk about the growing difficulties of being a Black model in the time of covid, the performative activism of the modelling industry, dating, and Basjia reads out a very funny and odd DM she received. Spoiler: it involves an emu drawn carriage. Listen to No Offence, But Why Can’t You Just Get Over It - with Mel ReeListen to No Offence, But I Am Ready - with Jamaica MoanaGet your tickets to Revolution Renegade hereGet your tickets to Jamaica Moana, Darlo Sessions hereGet your tickets to see Basjia in Skin Deep hereCheck out Basjia in CoolPrettyCoolConnect with us on IG @basjia @eeshash @bl.ckb.rds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But!Joining us once again on the pod is the wonderful <a href="www.instagram.com/basjia" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Basjia Almaan</a>. Basjia is 26 years old, she is of African, Australian and Greek descent, she is a queer black woman, a model, a creative, a student, a lover and many, many other things. In today’s ep we talk about the growing difficulties of being a Black model in the time of covid, the performative activism of the modelling industry, dating, and Basjia reads out a very funny and odd DM she received. Spoiler: it involves an emu drawn carriage. Listen to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/no-offence-but/id1506518461?i=1000470974685" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">No Offence, But Why Can’t You Just Get Over It</a> - with Mel ReeListen to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/no-offence-but/id1506518461?i=1000479539871" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">No Offence, But I Am Ready</a> - with Jamaica MoanaGet your tickets to Revolution Renegade <a href="https://giantdwarf.com.au/events/revolution-renegade/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Get your tickets to Jamaica Moana, Darlo Sessions <a href="https://darlinghurst.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/6876?_ga=2.119682506.339952486.1614036088-1512723224.1614036088" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Get your tickets to see Basjia in Skin Deep <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/nas-queer-contemporary-skin-deep-tickets-136552888365" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Check out Basjia in <a href="https://coolpretty.cool/pride-with-ck-mia-and-basjia" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">CoolPrettyCool</a>Connect with us on IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/basjia/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@basjia</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eeshash/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Don't Cut Black Models Out Of The Shot

Hello!!!! And welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But.  This week Ayeesha is joined by Muna Hamid. Muna is a dj, photographer, designer and artist who has grown up trying to balance two worlds; the traditional Bengali life with her family and the modern millenial life that so many of us in Australia are accustomed to. In this episode we discuss the pressures of being a child of immigrant parents, colourism, growing up in rural(ish) Australia and that one time that Muna performed for the Rabbitohs but didn't know what she was doing. Don't forget ~ rate, review and subscribe to this podcast! And share it with your friends :) You can find Muna on IG @munasib___And on Soundcloud hereConnect with us on IG @bl.ckb.rds @eeshash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello!!!! And welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But. This week Ayeesha is joined by Muna Hamid. Muna is a dj, photographer, designer and artist who has grown up trying to balance two worlds; the traditional Bengali life with her family and the modern millenial life that so many of us in Australia are accustomed to. In this episode we discuss the pressures of being a child of immigrant parents, colourism, growing up in rural(ish) Australia and that one time that Muna performed for the Rabbitohs but didn't know what she was doing. Don't forget ~ rate, review and subscribe to this podcast! And share it with your friends :) You can find Muna on IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/munasib____/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@munasib___</a>And on Soundcloud <a href="https://soundcloud.com/munaaasib/munasib-x-jdradio" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>Connect with us on IG <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Who Is Your Son Anyway??

HELLO *we've missed you* and welcome to season 3 of No Offence, But! Today’s episode is an insight into resolutions/intentions and a recap of some great (and not so great) content Ayeesha consumed over the holidays. New episodes will be dropping weekly! Make sure you subscribe (just hit that button), rate and review and tag us in your IG stories! Connect with us on IG @bl.ckb.rds @eeshashKeep scrolling for show notes…TV Ayeesha talks about in this episodeFour Weddings and A Funeral - watch on StanDead To Me, season 2 - watch on NetflixThe Haunting of Bly Manor - watch (or don't watch) on NetflixPodcasts Ayeesha talks about in this episodeGrounded with Louis Theroux, Series 2: FKA twigsFKA Twigs says she was ‘left with PTSD’ after dating Shia LeBeoufThe GOOP Podcast: Gwyneth Paltrow x Pharrell Williams: Where Can an Open Mind Take You?You’re Wrong About: Princess Diana Part 1Conversations: Richard Fidler and Natasha Trethewey Books Ayeesha talks about in this episodeMemorial Drive by Natasha TretheweyTalking to Strangers by Malcolm GladwellLead from the Outside by Stacey Abrams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HELLO *we've missed you* and welcome to season 3 of No Offence, But! Today’s episode is an insight into resolutions/intentions and a recap of some great (and not so great) content <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ayeesha</a> consumed over the holidays. New episodes will be dropping weekly! Make sure you subscribe (just hit that button), rate and review and tag us in your IG stories! Connect with us on IG <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a> <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a>Keep scrolling for show notes…TV Ayeesha talks about in this episodeFour Weddings and A Funeral - watch on StanDead To Me, season 2 - watch on NetflixThe Haunting of Bly Manor - watch (or don't watch) on NetflixPodcasts Ayeesha talks about in this episode<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p089sfrz/episodes/downloads" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Grounded with Louis Theroux, Series 2: FKA twigs</a><a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-55795245" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">FKA Twigs says she was ‘left with PTSD’ after dating Shia LeBeouf</a><a href="https://goop.com/the-goop-podcast/gwyneth-paltrow-x-pharrell-williams-where-can-an-open-mind-take-you/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The GOOP Podcast: Gwyneth Paltrow x Pharrell Williams: Where Can an Open Mind Take You?</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/princess-diana-part-1-the-courtship/id1380008439?i=1000492796502" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">You’re Wrong About: Princess Diana Part 1</a><a href="https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/conversations/natasha-trethewey/12524510" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Conversations: Richard Fidler and Natasha Trethewey</a> Books Ayeesha talks about in this episodeMemorial Drive by Natasha TretheweyTalking to Strangers by Malcolm GladwellLead from the Outside by Stacey Abrams Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

We're Back for Season 3

Hello! And welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But. My guest on today’s episode is Naavikaran. Naavikaran is a multi-gender trans woman of colour, entrepreneur, community educator, writer and choreographer from India, based in Brisbane. Their work aims to create platforms for storytelling that is accessible and safe for identities of various intersections and communities. They are the founder of ruhmantic, a fashion and experience brand aimed to fund and support artists of colour. You can also find their latest track The Closet and Mansion of Grace on all streaming platforms, but especially Spotify (keep scrolling for the links).Naavikaran was also named as one of the 30 Under 30 LGBTIQ+ Leaders in Australia by Out For Australia in 2019 for their contributions to the community and they starred in La Boite Theatre Company's 2020 production, The Neighbourhood.Naavikaran is extremely generous and honest with what they share in today’s episode. We talk about gender politics, artistic cliques, coming out, trusting yourself, freeing yourself and a whole lot more. Before we get into the chat, just want to let you know that there is a mention of suicide which may be triggering for some listeners. If you or anyone you know is struggling you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14. LinksNaavikaran IG @naavikaranThe Closet by Naavikaran on Spotify and YouTubeAyeesha Ash IG @eeshashBlack Birds IG @bl.ckb.rdsBlack Birds FB www.facebook.com/wetheblackbirdsBlack Birds website www.black-birds.netBlack Birds email hello@black-birds.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello! And welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But. My guest on today’s episode is <a href="www.instagram.com/naavikaran" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Naavikaran</a>. Naavikaran is a multi-gender trans woman of colour, entrepreneur, community educator, writer and choreographer from India, based in Brisbane. Their work aims to create platforms for storytelling that is accessible and safe for identities of various intersections and communities. They are the founder of ruhmantic, a fashion and experience brand aimed to fund and support artists of colour. You can also find their latest track <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/5cwBbC8EulNSHl1sROmJKJ?highlight=spotify:track:1NAf0NsKRy5qkEwKz8cPa4" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Closet</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bhVOgyQgcn8" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Mansion of Grace</a> on all streaming platforms, but especially Spotify (keep scrolling for the links).Naavikaran was also named as one of the 30 Under 30 LGBTIQ+ Leaders in Australia by Out For Australia in 2019 for their contributions to the community and they starred in <a href="www.instagram.com/laboitetheatreco" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">La Boite Theatre Company's</a> 2020 production, The Neighbourhood.Naavikaran is extremely generous and honest with what they share in today’s episode. We talk about gender politics, artistic cliques, coming out, trusting yourself, freeing yourself and a whole lot more. Before we get into the chat, just want to let you know that there is a mention of suicide which may be triggering for some listeners. If you or anyone you know is struggling you can call <a href="www.lifeline.org.au" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Lifeline</a> on 13 11 14. LinksNaavikaran IG <a href="www.instagram.com/naavikaran" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@naavikaran</a>The Closet by Naavikaran on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/5cwBbC8EulNSHl1sROmJKJ?highlight=spotify:track:1NAf0NsKRy5qkEwKz8cPa4" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGpks9hEeCA&amp;fbclid=IwAR1gqkH5frKtctis3JLblX4xQrk97n52IIjPaWjAiXFABnoFQfxfJl5nHic" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a>Ayeesha Ash IG <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a>Black Birds IG <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a>Black Birds FB <a href="http://www.facebook.com/wetheblackbirds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/wetheblackbirds</a>Black Birds website <a href="http://www.black-birds.net" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.black-birds.net</a>Black Birds email hello@black<a href="http://-birds.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">-birds.net</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

I'm More Than My Gender - with Naavikaran

Emily Havea

Welcome back! Today I am joined by the very talented Emily Havea. Emily is an actor, performer, singer, writer, dancer, aerobics instructor, runner (as in set runner), photographer, drag king - the list literally goes on and does not stop. You may have seen her on tv in Wentworth or The Secrets She Keeps or you may have seen her in our Black Birds show, Brown Skin Girl. Emily, Angela Nica Sullen and myself initially wrote the show in 2016, and since then it’s had three sold out seasons and may soon be getting another life. In the short time I’ve known Emily she has evolved and absolutely stepped into her own; her own cultural identity as a Tongan Australian, her sexuality, her feminine and masculine energies and her abundant creativity. We talk about all this and more in today’s episode, and can I just say when I was editing this and listening back I couldn’t stop smiling. Also! Emily is currently in quarantine in Perth, getting ready to rehearse and perform in a production of Oklahoma, so when you listen to this and you feel some type of way make sure you send a little message to Em or tag her on IG because quarantine gets lonely! P.S. In case you missed it ~ this podcast is now going to come out weekly on a Tuesday, so make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts or FOLLOW on Spotify so that you don’t miss a new ep. Also! Rate, review and while you’re at it give us a share on IG. Instagram links are here...@bl.ckb.rds@eeshash@texas_gold Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back! Today I am joined by the very talented <a href="www.instagram.com/texas_gold" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Emily Havea</a>. Emily is an actor, performer, singer, writer, dancer, aerobics instructor, runner (as in set runner), photographer, drag king - the list literally goes on and does not stop. You may have seen her on tv in Wentworth or The Secrets She Keeps or you may have seen her in our <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Birds</a> show, Brown Skin Girl. Emily, <a href="www.instagram.com/angela.nica" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Angela Nica Sullen</a> and myself initially wrote the show in 2016, and since then it’s had three sold out seasons and may soon be getting another life. In the short time I’ve known Emily she has evolved and absolutely stepped into her own; her own cultural identity as a Tongan Australian, her sexuality, her feminine and masculine energies and her abundant creativity. We talk about all this and more in today’s episode, and can I just say when I was editing this and listening back I couldn’t stop smiling. Also! Emily is currently in quarantine in Perth, getting ready to rehearse and perform in a production of Oklahoma, so when you listen to this and you feel some type of way make sure you send a little message to Em or tag her on IG because quarantine gets lonely! P.S. In case you missed it ~ this podcast is now going to come out weekly on a Tuesday, so make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts or FOLLOW on Spotify so that you don’t miss a new ep. Also! Rate, review and while you’re at it give us a share on IG. Instagram links are here...<a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a><a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a><a href="www.instagram.com/texas_gold" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@texas_gold</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Don't Limit Yourself - with Emily Havea

Hello and welcome back! I hope you’ve been having a fabulous time since we last caught up. I had a little break from the podcast last week as we, Black Birds, had a live performance as part of Sydney Fringe. One of the performers in the show is my guest today. Richard Tanumi-Whitbread played the role of the host, who was called The Sharman. Now, when Richard is performing he also goes by The Sharman, but don’t be mistaken, The Sharman that Richard was playing in our show was very much a character, and The Sharman that Richard embodies to access a deeper level when performing is very much real (how many times can I say 'Sharman'?!).  We’ll discuss all that in the podcast. Richard is a very talented creative artist, musician, creative director, choreographer, and dancer who creates art to heal - both himself and others. We had this chat a few weeks back, right at the beginning of spring and I tell you what, Richard spoke to my soul. I was having the worst morning (funny, now I can’t even remember why) and listening to Richard gave me a fresh perspective on the day. And I hope this conversation does that for you too! Enjoy the talanoa. P.S. Don't forget to rate, review and subscriiiiiibe!And follow Richard/The Sharman on IG so that you can keep up to date with his latest music releases!You can find me (Ayeesha) on IG @eeshash and Black Birds @bl.ckb.rdsxoxo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello and welcome back! I hope you’ve been having a fabulous time since we last caught up. I had a little break from the podcast last week as we, <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Birds</a>, had a live performance as part of <a href="www.sydneyfringe.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sydney Fringe</a>. One of the performers in the show is my guest today. <a href="www.instagram.com/sharmanart" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Richard Tanumi-Whitbread</a> played the role of the host, who was called The Sharman. Now, when Richard is performing he also goes by The Sharman, but don’t be mistaken, The Sharman that Richard was playing in our show was very much a character, and The Sharman that Richard embodies to access a deeper level when performing is very much real (how many times can I say 'Sharman'?!). We’ll discuss all that in the podcast. Richard is a very talented creative artist, musician, creative director, choreographer, and dancer who creates art to heal - both himself and others. We had this chat a few weeks back, right at the beginning of spring and I tell you what, Richard spoke to my soul. I was having the worst morning (funny, now I can’t even remember why) and listening to Richard gave me a fresh perspective on the day. And I hope this conversation does that for you too! Enjoy the talanoa. P.S. Don't forget to rate, review and subscriiiiiibe!And follow <a href="www.instagram.com/sharmanart" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Richard/The Sharman on IG</a> so that you can keep up to date with his latest music releases!You can find me (Ayeesha) on IG <a href="www.instagram.com/eeshash" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@eeshash</a> and Black Birds <a href="www.instagram.com/bl.ckb.rds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bl.ckb.rds</a>xoxo Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

No Offence, But Through Art We Heal - with Richard Tanumi-Whitbread

No Offence, But is a series of conversations with a range of artists, creatives and professionals where we break away from stereotypes and get to the core of peoples' work and what drives it. We talk about dating, triggers, race, culture, letting go of trauma, body image, self-love, mental health - we laugh, we spill the tea, we cry and we hold space for one another. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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