No Offence, But

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 & 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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 @basjia on IGFollow @bl.ckb.rds on IGFollow @eeshash on IG See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 @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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 @jadeleflay on InstagramFollow @bl.ckb.rds on InstagramFollow @eeshash on InstagramListen to Jade on A1: The ShowWatch Only With Jade Le Flay See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 @bl.ckb.rds on InstagramFollow Ayeesha on InstagramFollow Mel Ree on InstagramListen to Mel's podcast episode See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 hereConnect with us on IG @moreblessingma @eeshash @bl.ckb.rds See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kia ora, haere mai, nau mai, welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But; a Black Birds podcast. Today is part two in The Treaty of Waitangi episodes. If you haven’t listened to the first part, just scroll down in your feed a bit and you will find it. It’s only a short listen (highly recommend listening to that before you jump into this one). But before we jump into that Ayeesha breaks down the recent Dark Mofo debacle involving the Union Flag artwork by Spanish artist Santiago Sierra. Don't forget to rate, subscribe, review and tell your friends!Connect with us on IG @bl.ckb.rds @eeshashOr email hello@black-birds.netEmail the Australia Council for the Arts enquiries@australiacouncil.gov.auInformation about Dark Mofo and the Union Flag was sourced from...https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-23/aboriginal-outrage-dark-mofo-union-flag-prompts-cancellation/100022680https://www.pedestrian.tv/news/santiago-sierra-dark-mofo-past-works-backlash/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7P9YMwIfxchttps://wp.nyu.edu/lapis/ivana-dizdar-art-torture-santiago-sierra/https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-20/british-flag-indigenous-blood-santiago-sierra-dark-mofo/100018494https://www.theage.com.au/culture/art-and-design/dark-mofo-s-blood-soaked-artwork-tears-open-old-wounds-20210322-p57d0b.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feedhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CMnR0Q0s98o/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CMvs8VZM_V2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkhttps://www.pedestrian.tv/news/dark-mofo-statement-union-flag-art/Information about The Treaty of Waitangi was sourced from...https://maorilawreview.co.nz/2014/10/tuhoe-crown-settlement-historical-background/https://teara.govt.nz/en/ngai-tuhoe/page-7https://www.nzgeo.com/stories/who-are-tuhoe/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 @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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 woman, Jesswar is defining where Rap is evolving towards. Her refusal of prescribed definitions is the foundation on which she builds her universe. Deeply inspired by her chosen community and her experiences she uses music as the vessel to tell her story. Her pride reflects on her resilience and resourcefulness and defends the notions of holistic codependency and kinship. Having released her widely acclaimed first single “Savage” in 2017, she has collaborated with the likes of DZ Deathrays, Tasha the Amazon & Briggs, and performed at Laneway, Splendour in the Grass and Groovin the Moo. The first member of her 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 she makes music, what it’s like being a female 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 her 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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 @munasib___And on Soundcloud hereConnect with us on IG @bl.ckb.rds @eeshash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Haere mai! Welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But. A few days ago, on February 6, it was Waitangi Day. We had another episode planned for today, but a recent conversation Ayeesha had about Waitangi Day and the truth of The Treaty of Waitangi pushed us to create an episode based on this. What is the Treaty? Why is it problematic? What did/didn't it deliver? Why does Ayeesha throw so much shade at it? A lot of questions and a lot of discussion to be had. SO. Pre-warning, it’s a big episode in terms of the heaviness of the truth, with references to genocide, oppression and racism (amongst other things), so if you think you will be triggered by this best to give this episode a miss. Part 2 of this episode will be dropping in a fortnight.P.S. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Connect with us on IG @bl.ckb.rds @eeshashIf you want to learn more...https://nzhistory.govt.nz/politics/treaty/the-treaty-in-briefhttps://maorilawreview.co.nz/2014/10/tuhoe-crown-settlement-historical-background/https://www.villainesse.com/no-filter/why-waitangi-day-more-just-dayhttps://www.nzgeo.com/stories/who-are-tuhoe/https://waitangitribunal.govt.nz/about-waitangi-tribunal/past-present-future-of-waitangi-tribunal/https://teara.govt.nz/en/biographies/1t72/te-rau-kereopa See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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 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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello!!!! Today's episode is a solo one with a bunch of content recommendations from the month that was. TV recommended in today's ep...Darkness: Those Who KillThe CasketeersHiddenBooks recommended in today's ep...The Coconut Children by Vivian PhamA Lonely Girl Is A Dangerous Thing by Jessie TuHigh Sobriety: My Year Without Booze by Jill StarkCome by Rita ThereseThree Women by Lisa TaddeoFood recommended in today's ep...Frozen cauliflower in your smoothie (trust me, it's good)Apple cider vinegarProducts recommended in today's ep...The Ordinary - RetinolThe Ordinary - Vitamin CThe Ordinary - Squalane CleanserThe Ordinary - Salicylic Acid MaskRosehip OilUltraviolette Queen Screen SPF50+ Luminising Sun Serum See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I’m back today with my guest Ashlee Harry-Ingram @peachtings. Ashlee is a young Black American woman who now calls Australia home. She is a stylist, designer and artist who absolutely knows how to wear a bold colour and accessorise accordingly. We’re gonna get into more about Ashlee and her work in another episode (stay tuned), but in this chat we dive into some big issues around race, cultural identity, and the culture shock moving from Omaha, Nebraska to Brisbane, Australia. Ashlee shares some huge personal experiences, and I’m so grateful that she chose to share her story with us. Just a little heads up before we get into the chat, there is a little bit of audio rustling, it’s just Ashlee’s headphones moving around, so ignore it, if you can. Or, you can be like me and pretend it’s the sweet rustling of the leaves moving in an ocean breeze. FYI ~ this podcast is now going to come out weekly on a Tuesday (yipee), so make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so that you don’t miss a new ep. Also! Rate and review, and while you’re at it give us a share on IG. Instagram links are here...@bl.ckb.rds@eeshash@peachtings See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out 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, 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 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

One of our favourites, Kirsty Marillier, is back for round two. Kirsty recently turned 30, a huge milestone, and kind of an even bigger (or maybe smaller?) deal considering she had to spend it in stage 4 lockdown. We chat about her 30 years on earth; her biggest successes, regrets, challenges, and advice that she would give to her younger self.Don't forget to ~ follow @bl.ckb.rds @eeshash on IGBuy tickets to our upcoming show ~ Our Visions Begin With Our Desires, Chapter 2Try out Jessica Nguyen's vodka pasta recipe hereAnd most importantly...RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIIIIIIIBE. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hellooooooo! Today's podcast guest is Gemma Bird Matheson. You might recognise Gemma from ABC series The Housemate (which she also created, wrote, and executive produced with Alexandra Keddie) and Content (which went viral on Twitter).Gemma has a number of short form series in development and production with Screen Australia, through her co-owned production company with Alexandra Keddie, Chips & Gravy Films. These projects include Creator/Writer/Producer on ME & HER(pes) and Executive Producer on POWER OF THE DREAM. She was also Creator/Writer on series 50 SHADES OF BLACK (girl), which was selected as part of the Digital Originals initiative through Screen Australia and SBS.We talk about what it's like starting your own production company, what being behind the scenes has taught her, why Gemma doesn't have her cultural identity in her bio and the differences in the acting industries in LA, Canada and Australia.Find us on IG! @bl.ckb.rds and @eeshashAnd don't forget to rate, review and subscriiiiiiibe xo See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello! Thanks for joining me for another episode of the pod. In today's ep I'm joined by the one and only Jonny Hawkins.Jonny is an actor, writer and the notorious DJ, Aunty Jonny. He grew up on the Central Coast of New South Wales, relocating to Sydney's Northern Beaches, then London, but made Sydney home and thinks of himself as a loyalist despite all his mates moving to Melbourne.As an Actor, Jonny is a proud graduate of WAAPA's Acting course. He has appeared across film and TV in Stan's The Other Guy, Season Two, Les Norton, the ABC's award winning RIOT, The Mini-Series Peter Allan: Not The Boy Next Door.As a writer, he received funding from SBS and CreateNSW to make a short film called Joy Boy, winning Best Film at Melbourne's Queer Film Festival, Best Screenplay at Vivid's Fresh Flix and several international awards. Queer Stories has featured his story "Red Flags" on their podcast. His show, Disco Conversion Therapy, a lecture on the history of Disco, won Melbourne Fringe Festival's Tour Ready Award. His play Maureen, The Harbinger of Death was due to have its Sydney Premier at Griffin Theatre (pre Covid).Aunty Jonny is one of Sydney's best loved DJs and founder of The Dollar Bin Darlings, preaching capital D-Disco and love all over Australia.Make sure you follow The Dollar Bin Darlings on Instagram and check out the Espresso Martini Time playlist on SpotifyKeep up to date with all things Black Birds by following us on InstagramYou can buy tickets to our upcoming show ~ Our Visions Begin With Our Desires-Chapter 2 ~ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pinch and a punch for the first of the month! Cannot believe that September is here and spring has sprung! In today's minisode: new beginnings, new month, and new Black Birds show!If you're looking for a full moon ritual for the upcoming full moon in Pisces (September 2 @ 3:55pm, Sydney time) I suggest checking out Gianna Hayes' full moon ritual. Also! Head to @foreverconscious for mantras, affirmations and rituals. You can find tickets to Black Birds upcoming live show 'Our Visions Begin With Our Desires - Chapter 2' here. (Be quick - only 40 tickets available per show!!)Got a guest or conversation suggestion? Send a DM to me @eeshash or to @bl.ckb.rdsAnd don't forget to rate, review and subscribe! Lots of love and talk to you soon x See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hi! On today's episode I'm joined by DJ Carolina Gasolina. Carolina is a Peruvian born Sydney-sider who grew up in Western Sydney. Carolina is super passionate about nurturing and supporting Western Sydney talent and providing more platforms for her community. We talk about Carolina's high school years; how she wasn't even sure she'd finish high school, to going on to get a degree and then working in the corporate world. Then, she made the decision to leave that behind to pursue a career in the music industry. Carolina shares what it was like working behind the scenes as a booking agent, the cut throat nature of the industry and the challenges of being a female in the music industry. A warning, we talk about domestic violence in this episode, which may be triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence please call 1800 Respect.Find us on IG @bl.ckb.rds @eeshash @carolina_gasolinaGrab tickets to Projections (this Saturday, August 29 @ Art Gallery of New South Wales) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hi! As we all know there's a lot going on at the moment, it's been that way for a while and it looks like it's going to stay like that for a while longer. So I've got my mum back, clinical psychologist Georgia Ash, to talk about what that might mean for us. How do we deal with the uncertainty that has taken a stronghold in our lives since COVID-19? Georgia also chats about why being too optimistic can do us more harm than good and we discuss 'mastery': what is it? & how can we use it to help us cope? Also, Georgia totally reads Ayeesha - shout out to anyone whose parents are psychologists or similar. But it's a good read, it's accurate and it's respectful, and honestly no one can read you like your mum can - psychologist or not.Hope you all have a fabulous next couple of days. And if you or someone you know is struggling don't forget you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14. If you have any mental health related questions that you'd like Georgia to answer then please slide into @bl.ckb.rds or @eeshash DMs! Alternatively, you can send through an email to hello@black-birds.net And don't forget to share the podcast with your friends, share it on IG, and tag @eeshash and @bl.ckb.rds, send through any suggestions or feedback you have! P.S. want to find out more about Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) that Georgia mentions? Click here for a basic idea :)Lots of love ~ talk soon xxx See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Good afternoon!! In today's episode we're joined by the wonderful Stelly G. Stelly G is a Sydney-based Fijian artist and performancemaker, concerned with the decolonisation of the contemporary Pacific-diaspora experience. She presented her debut performance work "SA YADRA MAI NA MARAMA LAILAI?" in 2016 at St.O'Donnell's Select Gallery #003. She has since performed at the Australian Museum, the Sydney Opera House, Secret Garden Festival, Groovin the Moo and Harvest Festival; regularly performed at the Red Rattler; and been muse to popular street artist Askew. She has also been a regular collaborator with Black Birds. Most recently you may have seen her in our Housewives work, Our Visions Begin With Our Desires, as the rich and rambunctious Joanna. Joanna will be making another appearance in Our Visions Begin With Our Desires, chapter 2, as part of Sydney Fringe. Tickets are now on sale!!! They are $40 (which includes a beverage of your choice). We are doing a few shows - from the 16th-20th of September, but there is a maximum of 40 tickets for each performance! You can grab your tickets to Our Visions Begin With Our Desires - Chapter 2 hereFind Stelly G on IG @auntystellyg And Black Birds @bl.ckb.rdsAnd me (Ayeesha!) @eeshashDon't forget ~ rate, review, subscribe & shaaaaaaareLots of love, and talk to you again on Thursday :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Good evening! And welcome to Season 2 proper. My guest today is Cece Peters. Cece is an actor who entered the industry at 15 and went on to study at WAAPA. With a penchant for comedy she is now a regular in the Sydney theatre scene, as well as starring in Network 10's The Wrong Girl and Playing For Keeps. For 2 years now she's been living out of a van and travelling Australia with her dog, Haze. Showering under a roadside tap one day, having her face painted for The Logies the next, embracing the duality of her existence. We recorded this episode twice, a few months apart, the last chat we had - the one that you'll hear - was when we were midway through the first lockdown. I was in Brisbane and Ce was in Melbourne. Now, I'm in Sydney, not in a lockdown, and really hoping we don't go into another one and Ce is still in Melbourne, and yep, going through lockdown number 2. (Friendly reminder: check in on your Melbourne-based pals, like reeeeeeally check in on them). If you or someone you know is struggling you can always reach out for help. Call Lifeline crisis support & suicide prevention 24/7 on 13 11 14or text Lifeline from 6pm-midnight (AEST) on 0477 13 11 14or chat nightly @ lifeline.org.auFind Ce on IG @cecepeters_You can find me @eeshash and Black Birds @bl.ckb.rdsSlide into my DMs with any episode and/or guest suggestions! And don't forget to rate, review and subscriiiiiiiiibe.Stay safe and take care of yourselves xoxoxo See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello! It has been several thousand minutes but I am baaaaaaaack and so excited for season 2 of No Offence, But! This ep is a little, 'hey, how you doin?' check in and a general Black Birds update, as well as some recommendations. There's also an anecdote about how I met my lovely elderly neighbours. Hope you enjoy!!! Can't wait to connect more with you in season 2. As always, you can find me on IG @eeshash and @bl.ckb.rds ~ DMs are open and actually, slides are encouraged. Don't forget: if you like the show send it to a friend, rate, review, subscribe and share it on your IG. Lots of love. Talk to you again on Thursday! xoxoxoxo See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nau mai, haere mai ~ welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But! It's been a while but we're still here (and have some amaaaaazing guests lined up!). Including my guest for today's episode, Jamaica Moana.Jamaica Moana is an artist, rapper & 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. Jamaica infuses the extension of her own vision of movement & culture into her work. I first met Jamaica in 2018 when I interviewed her for an FBi Radio editorial. It feels like so long ago, considering how much work Jamaica has done from then to now, but you'll hear in our korero (our chat) that Jamaica is an extremely hard worker and puts 110% into everything she does. If you aren't already, make sure you follow Jamaica on IG. Her handle is @jamaicamoana Find Jamaica's music on Spotify and YouTubeDon't forget to rate and review :) and make sure you never miss an episode by subscribing!Keep up to date with all things Black Birds via our IG @bl.ckb.rds or our website www.black-birds.netYou can find me (Ayeesha) on IG @eeshashFeel free to drop us a line with any guest or topic suggestions at hello@black-birds.net or just send through a DMTalk to you soon! xxxxx See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey whānau, thanks for showing up and shutting down multiple cities on the weekend at the #BlackLivesMatter protests. Very powerful and very important. But these protests and the past few weeks have brought a lot to the surface, including traumas and emotions that we may not have acknowledged before.So! Today I'm joined by clinical psychologist (and my mum) Georgia to chat about trauma and triggers. We discuss what they are, how they can present and how we can cope with triggers that appear in our day to day life. We also have a chat about intergenerational and the idea that the trauma that we live with is not necessarily our own. Plus, Georgia gives advice on how to best discuss your triggers with someone and how to function in a workplace where your co-workers have no understanding of your struggle.For mental health support you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636In this episode we mention Roots (the tv series and the book) by Alex Haley, and Emmett Till. Definitely educate yourself on both!Georgia recommends reading The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk. Check to see if your local bookstore has it in stock before heading online :)Keep up to date with all things Black Birds via our IG @bl.ckb.rds or our website www.black-birds.netYou can find me (Ayeesha) on IG @eeshashFeel free to drop us a line with any guest or topic suggestions at hello@black-birds.netAnd don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends :) Stay safe, stay strong. x See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hey, jumping into your feed in an awful time and interrupting regular programming to talk about current events. Sending lots of love to all the Bla(c)k fam out there.Article links400 deaths, zero convictions: Australia's national shameAn athlete, a father, a 'beautiful spirit': George Floyd in his friends' wordsCivil Rights MatyrsThe Enduring Mystery of Malcolm X's AssassinationThe police raid that killed two Black Panthers, shook Chicago and changed the nationTanya Day inquest: coroner refers death in custody of Aboriginal woman for possible prosecution See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello!!!!! Here again and happy to be here. Hope you've been having a great week. In today's episode, episode 14 (which is crazy) I'm joined by Zufi Emerson. Zufi was born in Ethiopia and adopted to Australia at 5 months old. A few years later Zufi had a little brother, and then a few years after that another little brother. Also adopted, also from Ethiopia. Zufi calls her adoption story a 'happy' one and she tells us why in the episode. Her family's adoption experience and her belief that every child deserves a safe and permanent home led her to become an ambassador for Adopt Change Australia, which was founded by Deborah Lee Furness, an actor and director who is the parent of two adopted children with her husband, Hugh Jackman.Zufi is also an ambassador for Future Women which is a media platform that is a safe space to motivate women as we push for a gender equal world. On top of that - Zufi is an actor! Which is how we initially met each other, in a writer's room and has some exciting projects of her own underway. If you, like me, don't know much about adoption, why it's so difficult, why there can be conjecture around it, then this is a great podcast for you to listen to.You can find Zufi on Instagram at @zufi____ Find out about Adopt Change via their website or IGKeep up to date with all things Black Birds via our IG @bl.ckb.rds or our website www.black-birds.netFeel free to drop us a line with any guest or topic suggestions at hello@black-birds.netAnd don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's nice to be back with another great chat with a PHENOMENAL creative. Today's guest is the one and only Ntombi Moyo. Ntombi is a Melbourne-based stylist and creative director who specialises in fashion. Her work extends across both stills and digital platforms including fashion campaigns, music videos, branding shoots and model portfolios. Ntombi has worked with the likes of local artists like Sampa, Remi and Temgazi to name a few as well as international artists Rico Nasty, Jungle Pussy, Doja Cat. Plus! She's worked with brands like Adore Beauty, Puma and Asos (who took her to Afropunk last year!). Ntombi's style and eye for aesthetic details is unparalleled and she has such a strong and important presence in the creative scene. She also has an absolutely infectious laugh and the best energy - even through a computer screen. It was such a pleasure talking to Ntombi about her work, the importance of individuality and so much more. Hope you enjoy!!P.S.You reeeeeallllyyyyy need to check out Ntombi's work (which you can find via her IG @ntombimoyo)And you can keep up to date with all things Black Birds via our IGs @bl.ckb.rds @eeshash or our website www.black-birds.netFeel free to drop us a line with any guest or topic suggestions at hello@black-birds.netAnd don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends :) mwa xo See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hi hi, haere mai! On today's podcast we're joined by podcast host and self-proclaimed fairy thotmother, Emily Zganiacz. Together with her best friend/housemate Alicia Morgan, Emily hosts a podcast called 'Whose Pu$$y Is This?'. A lot of people presume their podcast is about sex because of the title, but it is more about reclaiming ownership of your character and your sexuality in a society that has oppressed women for centuries. Hence "Whose Pussy Is this?" (it's yours). Emily and Alicia challenge people to look introspectively at their past experiences, traumas, relationship patterns and behaviours to begin the process of healing. We talk about all of this in the episode as well as karmic cycles, toxic relationships and bad date stories and all I can say is, wow, I have so much admiration and respect for Emily and how open and honest she is with us and with herself. What a gift! (Also, I had quite a few moments of being utterly shook by how spot on with her advice she was).If you haven't already, make sure you listen to Emily and Alicia's podcast @whosep_ssyisthispodcast. You can find it on Spotify here. Or! Check it out via their YouTube Channel. You can find Emily on IG @emmyziiKeep up to date with all things Black Birds via our IG @bl.ckb.rds or our website www.black-birds.net. You can find me (Ayeesha) via IG @eeshashFeel free to drop us a line with any guest or topic suggestions at hello@black-birds.netAnd don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

So excited to be bringing you another conversation with an amazing Woman of Colour. Today I chat with actor and award winning, emerging playwright Kirsty Marillier. Kirsty and I first met yeaaaars ago when we were studying acting at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. I still remember when Kirsty performed her monologue during O-Week and thinking, 'wow, that girl can do a great South African accent' - then I realised that Kirsty is South African. Kirsty is mixed race, coloured, and we talk about the history of that term in relationship to South Africa and her own personal search for identity. We also chat about Kirsty's play, 'The Orange Thrower', and how she uses her writing to reclaim her identity and deconstruct the relationships people of colour have with gender, migration and oppression; putting social change at the forefront of her intersectional practice.To find out more about Kirsty and keep up to date with the progress of 'The Orange Thrower' head to her IG @kirstymarillierKeep up to date with all things Black Birds via our IG @bl.ckb.rds @eeshash or our website www.black-birds.netFeel free to drop us a line with any guest or topic suggestions at hello@black-birds.netAnd don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

So turns out that a lot of you can relate to having a few odd DMs thrown your way, so Basjia is back to revisit the discussion with some more DMs that just didn't quite meet the mark. Plus, we chat about the so-called rules of a good DM slide, Grimes and Elon Musk's baby name and the last super moon of 2020. In this episode we also talk about the murders of two young black American men; Ahmaud Arbery and Sean Reed. If this type of discussion is too much for you at the moment, please skip forward a few minutes in the podcast.To find out more information about these young men these are the articles we referenced...Indianapolis Police Officer Shoots Man In Livestreamed Killing: Here's What To KnowThey Lynched Him: Ahmaud Arbery's father on the killing of his sonRun With Maud (sign the petition)And for DM and interesting name info...NZ Judge renames Talula Does The Hula From HawaiiElon Musk and Grimes confirm baby nameRules of the DM slide8 messages to send when you're sliding into someone's dms for maximum resultsYou can find Basjia on Instagram @basjia and me (Ayeesha) @eeshashKeep up to date with all things Black Birds via our IG @bl.ckb.rds, our website www.black-birds.net Feel free to drop us a line with any guest or topic suggestions at hello@black-birds.netAnd don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's Thursday which means a new episode! Today on the show I'm joined by Sohan Judge. Sohan is the Australian-born daughter of Indian parents raised in Uganda and Malaysia. Sohan doesn't like spicy food. An Indian person who doesn't like spicy food...are you shook?! I'm not, but apparently some people are (don't worry, we get to it in the episode). Sohan works as a Publishing Strategist and Video Producer at BuzzFeedOz and is also the artist behind video art company Lunar Sequence. With music being the main source of inspiration for her video art, her pieces intricately thread the audio and visual senses, and reflect feelings through sound.In today's episode we chat about what it was like growing up as an Indian girl on Sydney's North Shore, how Sohan balances full time work at BuzzFeedOz with Lunar Sequence and why she made the transition from radio to video.You can find Sohan & her work on Instagram at @lunarsequence or check out her website (it's soooo nice) www.lunarsequence.comAlso! If you need a laugh I suggest you watch some of Sohan's BuzzFeedOz videos. Here are some of my favourites...White People Try Ethnic Home RemediesAustralia vs. USA Breakfast Cereal SwapNever Have I Ever: Brown EditionKeep up to date with all things Black Birds via our IG @bl.ckb.rds or our website www.black-birds.netFeel free to drop us a line with any guest or topic suggestions at hello@black-birds.netAnd don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hi and welcome back to another episode of No Offence, But.I'm happy to be bringing you a conversation with one of my favourite artists and people, Sela Vai. Sela, is a Tongan Australian artist who seeks to create sensuous alchemy through movement. I first saw Sela perform a few years back at a Ngaiire gig at the Factory Theatre in Marrickville, Sydney. A couple of months later, Sela was working with Black Birds as choreographer of our first full-length theatrical show. Since then, Sela has choreographed all of our Black Birds shows and has become our Movement Director and Associate Artist. She's also movement directed for Ngaiire, Thelma Plum, L-Fresh the Lion (to name a few), choreographed for events, commercials and is a sought after teacher for movement and dance programs around the world. Sela also runs an artistic development program called Humxn that aims to connect, up-skill and empower womxn of all walks of life, inclusive of those femme/female-identifying/non-binary. Humxn is a safe space for womxn to explore their artistry to the ends of their unbound potential. Last year Humxn (which was previously known as You Therefore Me) and Black Birds co-curated an event called Reclaim at Sydney's PACT, which went on to win FBi Radio's SMAC award for Best On Stage (yeet!).In today's chat Sela shares her experience of being of the diaspora and living between two worlds, what it was like learning traditional Tongan movement from one of the Tongan Royal Family's ex-staffers and why it's so important for teachers and choreographers to facilitate a safe space. She tells us how the commercial dance industry is inhibiting artists and why she created Humxn. We also touch on the sometimes perilous world of Instagram and Sela tells us why she avoids using the word 'inclusive'.I loved this korero with Sela - I hope you do too! (And if you do ~ rate, review and subscribe!!!)You can find Sela and her program Humxn on IG @selavai and @__humxnor on YouTube (this is her new channel and this is her older channel). I highly suggest you just search 'Sela Vai' on YouTube because a whole lot of gold comes up. To find out more about Black Birds check out @bl.ckb.rds or my IG @eeshash See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hiiiiii & welcome back to another episode! Today's guest is the gorgeous and kind-hearted Basjia Almaan. Basjia is a mixed race woman with Greek and Cameroonian ancestry who grew up in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, but she never really felt like she belonged there. She looked different to the kids around her and her difference led her to become ashamed of her body. So she tried fad diets, running for kms a day and straightening her hair in an attempt to fit in. But it wasn't til she moved out of the Eastern Suburbs that she saw more people who looked like her and realised that all she had to do to fit in was be herself. Now, Basjia embraces herself and works professionally as a model. Her Instagram (@basjia @styledbybasjia) is a big part of her self-expression, which sometimes works in her favour and sometimes doesn't. Basjia and I chat about all of this and share some off-putting, but hilarious, DMs that she's received as a response to her IG. Hope you enjoy listening to the podcast as much as I enjoy recording them! Rate ~ subscribe ~ share! Tell everyone you've ever met xoIf you have a suggestion for a guest or a topic for the pod get in touch via Instagram @bl.ckb.rds or @eeshash ~ or feel free to send through an email to hello@black-birds.net If you need support for an eating disorder please call The Butterfly Foundation on 1800 334 673. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Goooooood evening! We're back with another crowd favourite...clinical psychologist and Black Birds mum, Georgia Ash. On today's episode Georgia shares her expert advice on dealing with social distancing and dealing with anxiety in the time of covid-19. If you're feeling a bit overwhelmed by the current pandemic (and really, who isn't?) listen out for Georgia's practical tips and exercises for keeping yourself grounded and present. We also chat about the covid conspiracy theories and uninformed health opinions that are floating around (shout out to Pete Evans and the Medical Medium). Also! Georgia tells the very interesting (and sad) story of the 'Tuskegee Study of Untreated Syphilis in the Negro Male' and how studies like this have contributed to a lack of trust of government and healthcare and provide a bit of understanding of why some conspiracies are so widely believed.P.S. There's a point in the podcast when I say 'NHP' and I definitely mean 'NHS'You can keep up to date with Black Birds via our IG @bl.ckb.rds or my IG @eeshashIf you have a suggestion for a guest, an episode or just wanna say hi (!!) you can email us at hello@black-birds.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ruby Teys is baaaaaack. In today's episode we chat about ghosting and dating and answer some of the world's biggest questions...does a guy who drives a Volkswagen polo scream 'red flags'? Is dating more like a jungle or an unsafe construction site? And is there ever a right age to go on e-harmony? Honestly, we have a whole catalogue of bad dating and ghosting stories, but we've selected the very best/worst just for you! Shout out to the listeners who DMed us with some of their own ghouly ghost stories. Hope this episode gives you a good laugh. If you like the show please subscribe, rate and review! Every contribution helps! And just FYI, Ruby & I will never ghost you.Find Ruby on IG @rubyteys. You can keep up to date with Black Birds via our IG @bl.ckb.rds or my IG @eeshashIf you have a suggestion for a guest, an episode or just wanna say hi (!!) you can email us at hello@black-birds.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another day, another episode! Today on the pod we're joined by visual artist & textile designer, Gianna Hayes. A name like Gianna suggests Italian heritage, and yes, Gianna is Italian; her family are from Napoli, her mum's first language is Italian and Gianna's nonna was the chef at her mum's Italian restaurant. But, Gianna is also black. Her dad is black American, and Gianna was born in Los Angeles and spent the first 13 years of her life living there. Gianna and I talk about how she navigates being part of two very distinct cultures, the transition from life in America to Australia and how creativity is part of her survival and healing practice. She also tells us how we can use onion skins (yes, onion skins) to dye fabrics! Happy listening.To keep up to date with Gianna's art work, including her Black Renaissance series, and to see her vegetable dyed textiles (you can even purchase one) follow her on Instagram @gianna.hayes. You can find her free guided meditation hereStay in touch with Black Birds via Instagram @bl.ckb.rds @eeshashIf you have a suggestion for a guest or topic DM us or send an email to hello@black-birds.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hellooooo! Today we are joined by the myth, the legend, the woman herself, Georgia Ash (my mum). Georgia is a clinical psychologist who has been practising for around 15 years and is always my first point of call when I have any mental health related questions. So! I thought it would be great to have her on the pod to speak about mental health and answer some of my questions (and yours too) about mental health.We're going to record another episode specifically about COVID-19 mental health issues in the near future. If you have any questions you can email them through to hello@black-birds.net or send a DM to @bl.ckb.rds or @eeshashIf you are struggling with your mental health please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. You can also call the Suicide Callback Service on 1300 659 467. If you need support for domestic violence issues please call the domestic violence hotline on 1800 RESPECT. You and/or have a look at the list of resources below...AIPA: The Australian Indigenous Psychologist OrganisationBeyond BlueBlack DogLifeline Australia1800RESPECTSuicide Callback Service See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of No Offence, But we talk to Mel Ree, aka @itsbigsiis. 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 ~ @itsbigsiisYou can learn more about Black Birds via our Instagram or at our website www.black-birds.netYou can find me (Ayeesha) here ~ @eeshashIn 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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello and welcome to the very first episode of No Offence, But.This week we're joined by very funny and very talented Ruby Teys. Ruby is a Sydney based performer, comedian, podcast host, producer and radio host with a BA in Journalism & Political Science. She's also a graduate of the Australian, Film, Television and Radio School and a recipient of their Academic Excellence Scholarship. We talk about how a post-break-up meltdown solidified her casting in new Australian musical, Schapelle, Schapelle, sexism in comedy, and how she scored her latest gig as co-host of Nova's The Babble with Matty J.Listen to Ruby's podcasts The Great Australian Debate Up Late and The Babble.And follow her on Instagram @rubyteys for some quality comedic content.@weezasqueeza comes highly recommended from Ruby as a comedian you should follow!Find out more about Black Birds on our IG @bl.ckb.rds or at our websiteYou can find me (your host, Ayeesha) here @eeshash.If you liked the show please rate and review! Share with your friends and tag us on IG. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.