Listening to Canberra Voices is a podcast series focused on the experiences and perspectives of Canberra’s diverse community. Armed with this broad brief, students set out to find and interview residents of Canberra across demographics, starting conversations and exploring the richness that diversity brings to the city.
Episode 17: The Perfect Recipe
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Episode 17: The Perfect Recipe
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In this episode, we sit down with a local cake business owner, university student, and social media content creator Ebony May. Ebony shares her story of developing her passion into a successful business while juggling her other responsibilities. Listen in as we discuss her challenges, triumphs, and tips and tricks for aspiring entrepreneurs and social media content creators.
Creators: Mack Holz, Jessica Thway
Attribution: Sparks – Chael Cookies Are Ready!.mp3 – Angry_Bear Get Your Pawsome Vibe.mp3 – Kjartan_Abel
Episode 16: Lights, Camera, Equality – Women in Film Production
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Episode 16: Lights, Camera, Equality – Women in Film Production
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This podcast episode features an insightful conversation with Demi Rewais, a 21-year-old filmmaker and student at the University of Canberra. Demi shares her experiences navigating the male-dominated film industry and the unique challenges she faces as a woman. The discussion explores Demi’s passion for filmmaking, her work on the set of Home and Away, her future aspirations, and her Egyptian-Australian cultural background. The hosts, Josh and Alex, sit down with Demi to delve into important topics such as the obstacles and opportunities for women in the industry, the influence of gender on storytelling, and the struggle of bicultural people. This episode provides a thought-provoking look at the experiences of a young female filmmaker.
In this episode of ‘Listening to Canberra Voices’, join hosts Sophie Byrnes and Jacquie Dring as they interview UC film student Jake Lacy. Jake hails from New Jersey USA and is the current vice president of the UC film society as well as the host of a podcast for UCFM, ‘Off Camera’. We discuss the Canberra film industry and delve into the impacts of the film writers strikes on the future of the film industry.
Bio: Jake Lacy is a second-year student at the University of Canberra. He is currently studying film with a particular interest in film writing and directing. Jake came to Australia from New Jersey USA and developed his passion for film whilst living in Sydney. He has gained experience in the film industry in Canberra by working on student films, hosting a podcast for UCFM called ‘Off Camera’, and through becoming the vice president of the UC film society. He has wide aspirations that have had influence from his parental ties to the theatre industry, opening his mind to the behind-the-scenes world of production.
Creators: Jacquie Dring, Sophie Byrnes, Ziqin Wang
In this episode of ‘Canberra Voices’ we talk to Lynne Simpson, a local Canberran who has lived here for most of her life. Lynne tells us about what Canberra was like when she first arrived in Australia from England, and how it has changed throughout the years. The episode focuses on the theatre scene and shocked even the hosts with the revelation of the construction of one major Canberra icon.
Bio: Lynne Simpson, 74, is a Canberran through and through. Immigrating from England in 1959 at 10 years old, she’s made Canberra her home for the majority of her life. Simpson went to school in Canberra before the schools had full attendance, and later her children attended those same schools. Her parents, John Garlick and Doreen Harrison, were both involved in the theatre scene, with Garlick as a performer and producer and Harrison as a costume designer. She is married to George Simpson.
Creators: Caitlyn Gibbs; host, assistant editor, Georgia (Georgie) Biggs; host, producer, Lily Matthews; recordist, assistant editor, Leon Horscroft; main editor
Attributions: josefpres – Piano loops 133 octave short loop 120 bpm FoolBoyMedia – New York Jazz Loop Tri-Tachyon – Jazzy Vibes #36 – Loop – Smooth Jazz Chaël – Sparks
Episode 13: Senada’s Story
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Episode 13: Senada’s Story
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In this episode, we explore the world of Ph.D. research with Senada Meskin, a faculty member at the University of Canberra’s Faculty of Arts and Design. Recorded just after Senada’s victory in the Three Minute Thesis competition, we discuss her passion for research, ties to the Canberra community, and her mission to debunk misconceptions about Muslim women in the workforce.
Bio: Senada Meskin is a mother and an educator who’s passionate about helping others reach their goals and improve their skills. She currently works at the University of Canberra as a WIL Advisor, guiding health students through their clinical placements. Senada also teaches Professional Orientation and Global Studies courses, aiming to bridge gaps in understanding. She’s dedicated to working in an environment that allows her to support and inspire others to be their best selves.
Creators: Interviewing team Joan Muendo, Sophie Wood and Rosemary Synnott. All our interview team are Global Studies students at the University of Canberra. Sophie and Rosie are completing their degrees this semester.
