Darling What did You Say Podcast

SEASON 2 is finished!!! We will be back when term 1, 2021 starts.  Hope you have a very Merry Christmas and Happy new year!!  Top 10 Season 2 Ep 14 Checking in with Victoria’s London Quarantine life   https://open.spotify.com/episode/6JUefUAaCDRoPtuhI8ysoi?si=1DIkeUsIT2Sn7j_sYkSpUA   Top 9 Season 2 Ep 22 Seven Ways Finland Gets Education Right-Conversation with Mr Jorma Hatunen   https://open.spotify.com/episode/0reYmXETYInPHTlE0tA1OM?si=7ikK0e1URPasbDM9DQN0Xg   Top 8 Season 1 Ep 1 Brandon (Age 13)   https://open.spotify.com/episode/21irSDQtzheM7VuFxpHhMC?si=RimFMJUTStaYEiFD2YBbaw   Top 7 Season 2 Ep 15 Checking in with Ben's Vancouver quarantine life   https://open.spotify.com/episode/2yy1ffJYEdg4gLyhTRf3FM?si=KF9TAN_VQDm-TJc5fHa5Dw   Top 6 Season 2 Ep 21 The Fabulous life of a 9 year old Model/Actress/Singer/Pianist Chanelle Wilson   https://open.spotify.com/episode/3x2UjUpJHqEuDOJc8UuIY6?si=tPJgRI4hQ12gXHXm3tr2PA   Top 5 Season 1 Ep 26 Ante (Age 18)   https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JwVhuNnnNMrGOo9QP8CEQ?si=IJxLd18XT9ud0PQifYf1UA   Top 4 Season 2 Ep 23 What 12 year old kid wants adults to know about the truth of their TikTok   https://open.spotify.com/episode/6hrYuTTyr6Cnx5T7OYXTOa?si=uMfPjRNmT9i_WP1budcVsQ   Top 3 Season 2 Ep 16 Mini Concert from the very talented Brianna Chang   https://open.spotify.com/episode/4TDMnA2p12uN53rML8AQH0?si=Ndlo3ktoQLONJfrSU750Yw   Top 2 Season 2 Ep 17 Perfect Parenting? Forget it.  (Chit-Chat with Ms Yen on modern kids issues and strategies)   https://open.spotify.com/episode/4yGxnvdahLOZOpJt2cepR8?si=AiwyZfhWRlGkU4DAe7C2_w   Top 1 Season 2 Ep 18 Raising boys from the coolest Pastor Leo   https://open.spotify.com/episode/3aPIqSsoGPkz48HEJgLfDY?si=AdfEao7SSkmSgA4VN9sscw

#39 From Miss Asia Australia Beauty Pageant to Acting and Modelling-Natasha Cheng   I first taught Natasha when she was a 15 year old girl at Willoughby Girls High School. Hard to believe that was 12 years ago already! If having two degrees of graphic design and performing arts degrees is not interesting for you, you should hear about her story of competing in 2014 Miss Asia Australia beauty pageant and the path of perusing an acting/modelling career. She is also generously giving tips for people who want to go into this direction. “Just put yourself out there and go for it!”   Sites to check out for people who want to pursue acting or modelling:   https://www.starnow.com.au/   Fb groups for acting and modelling. She was with Stardom Agency and now I’m with Middleman Agency. I have also been with extras agencies which are great too such as: MCTV iSpry Voom  

Allegra’s book is Coming out soon !!! Books that Allegra recommends: Age 5-6 : Magic Treehouse Age 7-8: Real friends by Shannon Hale Age 8-9: Thea Stilton Series, Horrible Histories, Horrible Geography Age 9-10: Time Cat by Lloyd Alexander Age 11-12: Max Einstein Series : official and authorised Albert Einstein Dork diaries, Max Crumbly Mr Lemoncello series Classics such as Little Women, Little Princess, The Railway Children,Tilly and the book wanderers series   Allegra’s singing performance: Walking in the Air from The Snowman

#37  Abbotsleigh to James Ruse? 11 year old Cecilia’s path and thoughts to Selective school   Cecilia is a shy, well spoken and humble girl. She is very chilled about the whole selective school process. It’s very interesting to hear her funny comments and useful tips for kids who are sitting for test next year.   Conversation with my cute and diligent student, Miss Cecilia He              

12 year old May was living in New York City before moving to Sydney two years ago. She answered my random trivia questions and talked about Halloween in USA and Australia.   Our hilarious, random conversation that will definitely make you smile. www.mosmanmusic.com https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/  

On a pouring Sunday afternoon Susie is singing and playing her three most therapeutic songs for you. Favourite Music Theatre song: In his eyes by Jekyll and Hyde Favourite Operatic Aria: Seguidilla from the Opera Carmen Favourite Pop song from Taiwan: 新不了情        

High energy conversation and singing of grade 2 singing exam choices  Grade 2 List A Singing Performance Exam (ANZCA) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6mSIYsTK7Fw52HhwD7FEZL?si=OEaUPaaERZGMn8_3imAIwg Grade 2 List B Singing Performance Exam (ANZCA) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/22Rm72q9RZGe79tZbSYHJw?si=CwQAre3VS12V3I1QAQLHRg Grade 2 List C Singing Performance Exam (ANZCA) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6rvhl6boQdZdgFdNwRAyXV?si=ukU-yy5OS1i-dT-SG4rAcA      

We are talking to 9 year old Ronald on his favourite presents under $50 and what his preference and views on different types of sports.   A hilarious conversation with a boy that never stop talking and has funny opinions on everything.

Lets talk about the modern singing performance exam from the ANZCA (Australia and New Zealand Cultural Arts) syllabus and sing!   Grade 1 (List A) Singing performance exam ANZCA https://open.spotify.com/playlist/75K8Va0QoCLIUaDeDIFQYh?si=uhfy0cbXRbiv5AKFTeTvNw Grade 1 (List B) Singing performance exam ANZCA https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1rQ02f9YLsTbjO950zpZu4?si=QQIWTvIhSfSAXhE-32DhkA   Grade 1 (List C) Coming soon  

Thanks for Olivia’s wonderful questions let’s answer them one by one.   Original music: Talented Brianna Chang’s new single on Spotify -Lovin’ you   https://open.spotify.com/album/4XqKgKMtWscTHQQ8AjH3L9?si=kWxcIry_SY-TjfCJc54JEg Photo from Pexen Design from Pexels  

Emma is my 13 year old Zoom singing student in Taiwan. Taiwan has controlled the spread of coronavirus very well since the very beginning so life is pretty much running as usual. So different from my regular 'Checking in with students around the world" podcast episodes, we will name this one "Checking in with Emma's NON quarantine life in Taiwan". It's interesting to hear Emma's life as a year 8 student in Taipei European School, her views, interest and thoughts about the future.  She will also perform piano and singing of "All I want" and record on garage band for us at the end of the episode.  Miss Emma Chuo from Taipei, Taiwan  Photo from Pexel: Timo Volz    

  Lock down situation in Dubai What is life like while waiting to start her University journey at California Institute of the Arts in LA Check out Maddie’s new cover  “Hopelessly devoted to you” by Maddison Schneider https://www.instagram.com/tv/CCgrOiHna-c/?igshid=1uf0vnb7apb29   4. Maddie’s advice about beating performing anxiety   Follow Maddie’s Instagram @maddisonschneider @x50lifestyleme

#28 Susie’s Speech on our most downloaded episodes (recorded LIVE) Image by Tumisu from Pixabay

  Breathing Chest voice resonance Warm up -vowels (5 notes scale) Resonance exercises (Arpeggio) Develop Mix voice (through the bridge) Exercises to blend the register Riffs and runs Head voice   With Special thanks to Nanaha, Chanelle and Jade for the demonstrations

Season 2 Ep 26 What’s like to be in year 12 during Coronavirus Pandemic time? ~Conversation with Millie Saric   Singing: You Stupid Bitch from Crazy Ex Girlfriend (Netflix musical)  

  30 seconds effective breathing exercise Vocal cord and air flow balance exercise Mee-May-Mah-Moh-Moo (resonance and vowels) Lip trills/tongue trills/NG Expression, volume and pace practice Glue the audience with your story Example text: I told you not to tell him cause he told me not to tell you. Not I told you don’t tell him that I told you.  

  Let’s talk about 6 different types of zoom students If the world was ending singing collaboration project   https://youtu.be/9zGdU5wVBG4   Photo by Julia M Cameron from Pexels

#22 What 12 year old kid wants you to know about the truth of TikTok   Do you know there is “Straight TikTok” and “Alt TikTok”? There is a side of TikTok that parents might never see. What do 12 year old girl’s advice to their parents?   My 12 year old guest wants to remain anonymous and we thank her to share her view on what 12 year old’s view about social media.   Photo by Julia M Cameron from Pexels

Finland is a home to one of the highest performing education system in the world. This episode Jorma from Finland chats with us about their inspiring education system.   Children in Finland don’t begin Education till age 7. Guaranteed free child care and education. Shorter school hours and school days. No homework and no test. Great respect and trust to teachers. Children are taught by the best and brightest teachers. Teaching is a selective profession. Only 1 in QV is accepted into teaching program. Entire system focus on play and encouraging love of learning. Photo by Sharon McCutcheon from Pexels  

You will be amazed to see Chanelle’s collections of her dolls!!! A well-spoken bilingual girl, she talks about her love in piano, singing, Gymnastics and Taekwondo. Chanelle has been doing modelling since age 3 and she shares with us about her experience and all the fun things about her life. We record this episode via what’s app. Chanelle took us around the house to introduce her dolls in her bedroom, accompanied herself on the piano while singing to us.  Cute, hilarious conversation and a sneak-peek at a 9-year-old girl’s fabulous life! Ladies and gentlemen, Miss Chanelle Wilson.  

  YWaste is an app that connects food retailers of surplus food at the end of the day, with consumers who want to pay the cheap price on good quality food.   The business has reached massive success with over 700 partners all over Australia, reaching no 4 on the Australian app store.   Donny’s Secrets:   You must realize that before you have results, people will give you their opinions. Find the right mentors who have done it before. Setting priorities: Differentiate what’s urgent and what’s important Develop structure and discipline in life  

Sick of procrastinating? Here are the 5  effortless ways to develop lasting good habits.   Recommendations: Atomic Habits by James Clear Habit share app  

I knew Leo from his high school years at Mosman High School in the 90s. Now a dad with 3 boys aged 14, 12 and 10 he works extensively with boys at school as teacher and pastor. Leo’s advice: When you pick the school for kids, pick the principal. Know your kids' friends and engineer your kids to the right friends. Learn to understand your own emotion is the best you can do as a parent. Don’t be your kids’ friend. Never be the cool dad. You need to be a dad. Do not overestimate what you can do in a year but at the same time do not underestimate what you can do in 10 years. We tackle issues on bullying, depression, substances abused and parenting. It’s very inspiring to hear from the perspective and advice from a cool Pastor Leo Chen. Pastor Leo’s church: https://www.christchurch.com.au

Ilhea Yen is the Headteacher of Canterbury Girls High School. A mother of two age 16 and 13, she shared with us her perspective and advice to parents and the kids. “There is no perfect parenting. Lets give up on that idea. Full stop.” she said.   It’s fascinating to hear about her teaching stories, ways of dealing with kids phone addiction and pocket money strategy.   Ms Yen has a YouTube channel that she talks to kids regularly about dealing with issues in life. Yen4maths-life (Chit-chat with Ms Yen ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgpN0gOlWMaYfPSbLwWB8CA      

We have recordings of LIVE performances and original songs! 17-year-old Brianna was born in San Diego, CA and has been classically piano and violin from age 5. She has won numerous competitions in piano, violin and voice and is looking forward to starting her University at the acclaimed Berklee College of Music this Sep. Well-spoken, talented and very humble Brianna shared with us her advice to parents about practice routine, the steps of putting her music on Spotify and the inspirations behind her original songs. Brianna’s performance in the podcast:   Solo Piano Excerpt: Sonata in C, op 13 L.V Beethoven Original Song: Chichi Solo Violin Excerpt: Saint Saens Violin Concerto no 3 Original Song: Beautiful Rose You are the reason with Alyssa Loschiavo & Leona Lewis Original Song: Back to you Brianna’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/briannacofficial Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6uV7VK62pMHaiyIOwTrMGf?si=BArFUI29Rq2k9sfc1s8mVQ

I still remembered very clearly how Ben told me HSC is the most important thing in life that he MUST DO WELL. A hard-working boy, he got into exactly the course he wanted to do in UBC and started a new life in Vancouver. In the blink of an eye, three years have passed. We happily chatted about his quarantine life in Canada, first time trip to Taiwan to find his quarter root, his hobbies and plans and most important of all, his advice to year 12 kids. Not long ago these kids were young and I constantly asked them "DARLING are you LISTENING or WHAT DID I JUST SAY???"  Now they suddenly talk like my friends and strangely sounding so wise. Mr Ben Axford~~   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/ Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese 雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg  

My first job was at the Montessori School Forestville as a part-time Japanese teacher while studying Master of Music. Victoria and her brother Nicholas were very diligent kids in my Japanese class. Victoria always loves to draw and Nicholas wants to be a pilot.  20 years later they are doing exactly what they want to do.   High energy conversation with Victoria about growing up, Life in London, Choices, good old times and the future!!   (PS: And Nicholas just got married! Oh, Massive big congratulations! I am so proud of you.) Miss Victoria Bone~~   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg

5 Chords you need to learn: C major A minor F major G major E minor 3 songs : Perfect by Ed Sheeren (Samantha Harvey cover in C major) You are the reason by Callum Scott All I want from High school musical TV series by Olivia Rodrigo   Useful apps: Ultimate guitar   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg

I remember Lizzie always wants to be a model when she was young. (She used to teach me how to catwalk in our lesson!)   How did it all start? What’s model’s life really is like. What her advice to young girls who want to pursue the same path.   Conversation with Miss Lizzie Mawson on her fascinating modelling journey. As her good old teacher, Lizzie is forever the same cute little girl to me.  Miss Lizzie Mawson~~ Follow Lizzie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizziemawson/   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg

# 11 Check in with Alicia’s Sydney quarantine life A random happy chat with Alicia about what’s life like now as a Uni student in Quarantine.   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg

#10 A musical day in the life of Susie -Vlog (apply the Pomodoro technique)   I heard about this Pomodoro technique two days ago. Wow Totally amazing.   So I decided to do a LIVE sound documentary to experiment this.   (PS: There is an app to help you achieve this called “Focus Keeper”.   According to Wikipedia, this is the best time management Pomodoro technique.   There are six steps in the original technique: Decide on the task to be done. Set the Pomodoro timer (traditionally to 25 minutes).[2] Work on the task. End work when the timer rings and put a checkmark on a piece of paper.[6] If you have fewer than four checkmarks, take a short break (3–5 minutes), then go to step 2. After four pomodoros, take a longer break (15–30 minutes), reset your checkmark count to zero, then go to step 1. Perhaps give it a go?   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg

How to create successful online presentation/performance on Zoom? Set the STAGE   -Look -Body Framing technique -Lighting -Eye contact technique   2. Settings   Voice:   -Original sound setting -Headphone   3. Presentation flow   -Use sticky notes -Prepare the screens -Short and clear points   Extra tips:   Practice, record on Zoom and watch yourself!   Always think about “WHAT IS IT FOR MY AUDIENCE?”   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg

#8 Three recommendations from Susie during the COVID 19 crisis   Trying new coffee trend at home : Dalgona coffee   Useful Free courses   Speed reading https://readspeeder.com/   Start improving your wellbeing today https://thiswayup.org.au/   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg

#7 How to set up well for kids online music learning/Susie's 10th day home diary   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg

 Ellie is a happy year 8 girl who is very good at just talking about anything and everything.   An energetic conversation with Susie on Coronavirus issue, the big difference between primary and high school and what life is like as a year 8 girl.   You will love her easy-going personality, admire her determination to keep fit and control social media habit.   Our one and only -Miss Ellie Renwick.    Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg        

14-year-old Allegra is definitely the shyest student that I have ever interviewed, especially this was recorded just right after our 3rd lesson together.  I collected the questions that my listeners asked before our recording. Many of the parents have teen children so their questions sometimes are just so random and hilarious to answer. Our well-spoken Allegra gives us great insight into her passion, view and what's like being 14.  Conversation with the gorgeous, Miss Allegra Brown.    Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/   https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg      

I have Taiwanese listeners request an episode on Australian English for my other Chinese/Taiwanese podcast. Originally I had Millie recording a wonderful full episode with me but I accidentally didn't save it (So sorry Millie). I didn't want to bother year 12 Millie again so this time I ask year 9 Poppy and Presley coming to record the episode with me instead.  It's so funny that I think the Aussie listeners should hear it too. I cut the teaching part at the beginning and just show you our hilarious conversation. The girls also sing "I am Australian" at the end beautifully.    Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/   https://www.mosmanmusic.com/    Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg      

Ways to sing well and build confidence 1. What makes a good voice? 2. Overcome the fear. it's all in your head.  3. Building confidence in performing. 4. Little daily habits make a huge difference in the long term.   Credit to Maddie's singing on Live out loud. A recording she did with me when she was 11. This month she is in New York auditioning (she is 18 now). All the best to Maddie!    Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/   https://www.mosmanmusic.com/    Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg        

(Season 2-Ep 2) The most effective 1 min daily breathing exercise  No 1 popular breathing exercise in Asia that is very effective and efficient. Dog Panting Exercise - build up the core and breath support Warning: Make sure your chest doesn’t move. No shallow breathing. If you have heart problem don’t do it. Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/   https://www.mosmanmusic.com/    Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg      

Season 2   Five things we can try to start a brilliant 2020 (Susie’s random walk and nag from Yuen shan metro station in Taipei)   Apps mention:   coach.me (productivity app) 7M (7 minutes daily ab, exercises app)   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/   https://www.mosmanmusic.com/    Susie's Taiwanese/Chinese "雪梨台灣阿姐的碎碎念 Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/17QrVRfat1Zmbq0S8AThQp?si=wfBqSlIjSWqlxofsuRK_Wg      

Nanaha (Age 10) with Singing LIVE   Lots of listeners told me that our podcast is very therapeutic because the conversation is often very funny and cute.   Now you are listening to this conversation with Nanaha with cute factor 10/10.   Nanaha is a talented little girl who competes and performs in many dancing/singing competitions every year. A well-spoken bilingual girl, she talks me about her passion for doing makeup, schools, friends and just anything exciting.  "Whenever I search on songs it's always lovey-dovey song that I don't like it!" she said loudly. Here are two non-lovey-dovey songs from Nanaha - "Speechless" from Aladdin and "I still call Australia home" in this episode.  Ladies and gentles, my absolute little darling-Miss Nanaha Ryu.    This is the finale of our Season 1 Darling What did you say Podcast. We will be taking a break and look forward to seeing you again in Season 2!   Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/   https://www.mosmanmusic.com/            

Honoka (Age 15) Honoka is a beautiful 15-year-old Japanese/Australian ballerina. She said she lives in a very girly environment, goes to an all-girls school, dances with lots of girls and looks after her little sister at home. At first, you will think Honoka is very shy but she is very well-spoken and can talk about everything and anything. She chats with me about the significance of dance in her life, what’s like to be bilingual and her views on teachers and parents. Some girls you can look at them and know they are dancers. Honoka is a graceful, poised ballerina in every way. Ladies and gentleman, Miss Honoka Ryu. Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/   https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  

Lucas came to his last piano lesson and did the podcast with me straight after his final HSC exam.    I have taught Lucas for the past 10 years and it has always been amazing to see his calm and relax demeanour towards everything in life. I don't take new students for piano anymore but it's so good to see how kids like Lucas making piano and music to be part of his life. "it shouldn't be a chore" he said.    Lucas is definitely the most self-motivated kid I have ever seen. When I get very overwhelmed with things I always remember what Lucas said: "Everything is sort of working its way out. Nothing is going wrong. What do you have to worry about?"   Some kids are quite wise. I do learn from him too. We wish our dear Lucas fly high and wide in Uni and have amazing fun. Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/   https://www.mosmanmusic.com/      

Xavier (Age 15) I have taught quite a few boys from Scots College over the years and am always very fascinated to find out more about their Glengarry program. Glengarry is a unique outdoor education, six-month residential experience for all Year 9 students at Scots College in Sydney. Xavier comes back from Glengarry taller, stronger and more mature. He talks about what the 6 months living in the bush is like. What hobbies he picks up after Glengarry. A very calm, well-spoken boy Xavier answers all my random fast speed questions about everything Glengarry.   Ladies and gentleman, my dear Mr Xavier Foster. Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  

Angelina is my pretty 16-year-old girl who has lots of interesting things to share.  It's quite hard to edit Angelina's episode because there are lots of hilarious juicy stuff that we can't put on Air and it's just too funny.  She talks about her passion for drama and musicals, beaches, boyfriends, formal and what's like to have an Instagram ambassador account.  A super-fast pace conversation with an amazing rap at the end!! Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/        

Zetong (Age 10) with Singing LIVE Zetong seems very embarrassed to talk about the gifted and talented enrichment program that he was selected in school. He continuous tries to say how boring it is but you can see he is one very intelligent boy.  He talks about how much he loves his lego class and as an only child, what he does to entertain himself with technology. I asked him to sing songs from "Where I want to be" from the musical "Chess", as well as a famous Taiwanese pop song "The direction of heart". He came to Australia from China at age 3, it's quite remarkable to see he is very fluent in both languages.  Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/    

Brandon was the first guest for our podcast show.  One year on, I invited him back to the show to sing. His voice is so much lower now and you can hear the thought is much more mature. I especially like this song "Aftermath" that he wrote. He got weird and very uncomfortable when I tease about his girlfriend issues so I will just let you listen to this yourself.  So different from the crazy 6-year old Brandon that I used to teach not too long ago.  A hilarious, random conversation between us that will never change with time.  Ladies and gentlemen, My dear 14-year-old- Mr Brandon Wu.  Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/    

Millie (Age 17) with Singing LIVE It’s still hard to believe Millie was first here in our mosman studio at age 3 at her brother’s lesson. 17 year old Millie talks about how important  singing playing a part in her sometimes stressful and at times anxious teenage life. Her view on going to a all girl school since kindergarten is also very interesting. I always believe people come across each other’s path for a reason. When she sings you can’t help but indulge in her thoughts and voice. Miss Millie Saric, the only new student I take this year and I am so glad I did. Follow Susie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mosmanmusic/ https://www.mosmanmusic.com/  

Bea is the girliest 10-year-old girl I know who has a massive collection of Barbies and just loves everything about fairies, unicorns and mermaids! "If I am on the horse, I feel nothing else matters," said Bea. She started horse riding at age 6 and talks fondly about her horse "Isabelle". She sings "A million dreams" from The Greatest Showman and "home" from the musical Wonderland.  It's a really cute, sweet conversation with my little Miss Beatrix Cadman. 

Olina (Age 22) It’s hard to believe that Olina is 22 now. She was my little music girl for a very long time.  She talks about what life is like after University, the preparation progress for her thesis and the interesting part-time job in politics. Olina is a real combination of East meets West. One minute she drinks, parties and tackles in Rugby field and the next minute she speaks fluent Chinese and works towards the law entrance exam. “Don’t drink too much.” she said to all the kids… Sometimes crazy sometimes nerdy. My dear Miss Olina Parrish

Adriana (Age 10) Adriana is my youngest student. She has massive big eyes with the longest eyelashes I have ever seen and the most dramatic facial expression at all times. She talks about what is like to be a cheerleader and what life is like with two big brothers. You must listen to our hilarious conversation to find out what she really wants to include in her lunchbox and what is the ideal lunch! Ladies and gentleman, Our dear little Miss Adriana Brindisi