Out of the Box

This week, Béla chats to Sydney/Eora based experimental musician, AnSo. AnSo is the artist moniker of producer, songwriter and performer Soie An. Their latest album It’s Myself That I Crave was voted in at number 5 on last year’s Wettest 100 album countdown.AnSo joins Béla in the studio to talk about how performance informs their work, experimenting with found sounds, and dancing in public fountains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kate talks with Alix Higgins, one of the most exciting voices in contemporary Australian fashion around right now. Alix Higgins was named the 2023 Australian Fashion Laureate emerging designer of the year, and was one of the finalists for the National Designer Awards. Alix joins Kate in the studio to chat all things pop girls, fashion memes, and how to level up your style. Alix's InstagramAlix Higgins WebsiteKate's InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kate talks with Mallrat, right off the back of the release of her brand new album, Light hit my face like a straight right. Mallrat and Kate chat using your voice as an instrument, preparing to tour with Kylie Minogue, and how Jason Derulo is the modern Prince. Light hit my face like a straight rightTour ticketsMallrat's InstagramKate's InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Co-host of the show Kate Saap and co-producer Zaity Salman chat for an hour about makeup, rnb, and being radically yourself. They have had so much fun over the past year working on the program and are so excited to talk to new guests when out of the box returns. Kate's Instagram This episode was produced and edited by Zaity Salman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kate reunites with Skeleten, to talk about his brand new album, Mentalized.Album of the Week this week on FBi, Skeleten chats about how his process has developed on this new record, the importance of making music with friends, and his feelings on generative AI.MentalizedSkeleten's InstagramKate's InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are joined by actor, writer and producer (check) Chika Ikogwe. You might recognise Chika’s face from Netflix’s Heartbreak high where for two seasons (going into a third) she plays Series Regular, Josephine ‘Jojo’ Obah – the lead teacher for SLTs (pron. Sluts). Chika has been in whole bunch of projects including ABC’s Mikki vs. The World, feature film Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and recently Land of Bad alongside Russel Crowe and Liam Hemsworth.  On stage, Chika has starred in a number of productions including Malthouse’s seven methods of killing kylie jenner and Queensland Theatre’s Fangirls, which later moved to Belvoir. As a writer, Chika has written for the series Bump on Stan in addition to developing her own show, Just Chidi Things (executive produced by Rose Byrne). China’s latest show, Never Have I Ever premieres on February 15th at the MTC — more details here https://www.mtc.com.au/plays-and-tickets/whats-on/season-2025/never-have-i-ever/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we get a little meta with Co-Host Kate and Co-Producer Madi interviewing each other! We chat about the importance of pop music, community being a crucial part of creativity, and sweating in the studio. Kate's InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Co-producer Zaity chats with actress, communication creative, advocate and pretty cool person, Simone K. Smith.  Born to a Black Zulu mother and White Australian father in Melbourne – Simone’s childhood saw her bouncing between LA, Durban, Melbourne, NY and now to the OOTB studio where she shares with us the experiences that have led her to becoming an advocate for Black representation on Australian screens. Simone’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maison.smiths/?hl=en Zaity’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatssozaity/?hl=en Supacell Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Frmk94Etedo SXSW Event page: https://schedule.sxswsydney.com/speakers/d2c43344-2397-4f3b-b244-16db7af7c4efSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest has a long and storied history with FBi and we are so stoked to have her join us today. Anna Lunoe is a Eora Born DJ, vocalist, songwriter and producer. Some long time listeners may recognise Anna’s voice from right here on FBi Radio where years ago she began as a volunteer and met her long time friend and ‘Hoops’ collaborator Nina Las Vegas. Back in Sydney after an 8 year stint in LA, Anna has just recently dropped her debut solo album PEARL and is here today to share with us her auspicious beginnings, the winding and forever evolving path of her music career, her family, culture as a Lebanese and Danish woman and the what’s next on the horizon. Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annalunoe/?hl=en Deets on ‘Pearl’ and Anna’s upcoming tour dates: https://linktr.ee/annalunoe Kate’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m1ss_kate/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Béla chats to Sydney/Eora based poet, educator, and poetry slam founder, Troy Wong. Troy's work has been published in Cordite Poetry Review, Australian Poetry Journal, and Solid Air. Troy is a National finalist in the Australian Poetry Slam and the founder, host, and creative director of Bread & Butter Poetry Slam.He joins Béla in the studio to talk sacrificial poets, teaching experiences, and being in an "inter-swiftie" relationship.Troy's InstagramBread and Butter Poetry Slam InstagramBread and Butter Poetry November "Slampionship"Hera Lindsay Bird's PoetrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kate talks with Bonnie Huang, an Eora-based artist and FBi alum, who recently wrapped up their first solo show at Puzzle Gallery. Bonnie joins Kate in the studio to talk all things drippy art, yearning, and the wonders of jelly. Bonnie's InstagramBonnie's Art InstagramParramatta Artists’ Studios 2024 Fellowship RecipientRace to RedfernKate's InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Béla talks with all of Naarm based band, Floodlights. Floodlights have shot to international recognition over the last 5 or so years with a loose, yet powerful and earnest sound. They’ve got two records to their name, and have just released their latest single, ‘Can You Feel It’. All 5 of them join Béla in studio to talk about their recent tours across Aus and internationally, what's coming up for the band, and who does the most band admin. FloodlightsFloodlights InstagramCan You Feel It - Music VideoLessons Leant - Live at Meredith FestivalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kate talks with Elliot Ulm, aka Elliotisacoolguy. With over 500k followers and subscribers across multiple platforms, Elliot Ulm is a graphic design content creator, comedian, and keen Washington Wizards fan. He joins Kate in the studio to talk all things graphic design and music. Elliot's InstagramElliot's YoutubeGRAPHIC DESIGN IS MY ELLIOT - PodcastKate's Instagram This episode was produced and edited by Zaity Salman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Béla talks with one of Naarm’s most-loved dance exports, Harvey Sutherland.Keyboardist by trade, solo artist, producer and club DJ, Mike Katz is better known under his moniker Harvey Sutherland, where he’s been exploring the deepest corners of the pocket over the last decade. Releasing a plethora of his own EPs, singles and a debut album, Harvey’s work traverses the worlds of electro-house, jazz and funk, and he’s worked with and remixed artists like Nubya Garcia, Khruangbin and Genesis Owusu. Harvey brings his latest track, Hummingbird, into the studio, alongside an eclectic mix of tracks as he talks through his life and creative practice. Harvey SutherlandHarvey Sutherland new single - HummingbirdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kate talks with Gabi Basioli, independent jeweller and owner of Piece of Work. Kate talks to Gabi about how she came to jewellery making, her many forms of creative expression, and her love of the ephemeral Ratatouille movie. Piece of WorkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kate talks with Sita Sargeant, owner and operator of Canberra-based women’s history walking tour She Shapes History. Kate talks to Sita about her recent six months long epic across Australia, searching of untold women’s history, her dedication to storytelling, and how music has intersected with her life across all this.She Shapes History InstagramBook a TourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Béla talks with owner and operator of Dulwich Hill venue Lazy Thinking - Jim Flanagan. Lazy Thinking programs music 7 nights a week, creating a multi-faceted space for Eora / Sydney music to thrive. Jim talks the Lazy Thinking venue, record label, and how music has intersected with his life and creative practice. Lazy ThinkingJim FlanaganLazy Thinking - InstagramLazy Thinking Records - InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Béla talks with legendary Eora / Sydney DJ, creative, and events organiser, Annabelle Gaspar. Annabelle is an iconic DJ, playing renowned parties like Mad Racket, Kooky, Loose Ends, Trough, Club Mince and co-founding Bad Dog, and playing alongside club royalty like Frankie Knuckles. With an upcoming Bad Dog x House of Mince party, Annabelle is here to share stories with us about Eora / Sydney's nightlife peaks, her projects past and upcoming, and how music has intersected with her life and creative practice. Annabelle GasparBad Dog x House of Mince - Love Come Set Me FreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Béla talks with trumpeter, composer, and improvisor, Nick Calligeros. Nick is part of composer/improvisor collectives Microfiche, We Will Intersect, and Soft Spot, and has also released two independent solo EPs. Over the course of his career he's garnered a deep musical CV with credits including working with Middle Kids, Tangents, Human Noise, Kim Churchill and legendary Sydney experimental group Alaska Orchestra, as well as with their founding member Meg Alice Clune. With Soft Spot releasing it's self titled debut, he’s with us to share stories about his projects, and how music has intersected with his life and creative practice.Nick CalligerosSoft Spot Debut RecordWhat Is Soft Is Also Strong - IlexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Béla talks with filmmaker, Riley Blakeway. Riley is a filmmaker who’s career spans many different eras. He's made music videos for the likes of Genesis Owusu and City Calm Down, amongst many others, and you might of seen his iconic short film INVINCIBL3, premiering on the international video channel NOWNESS. With his newest film ‘A Thousand Odd Days’ currently out for competition at various international film festivals, he’s with us to share stories about his life in film, and how music has intersected with his life and creative practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Out of the Box, Kate Saap chats with marine scientist Peta Morton. Peta is a communication specialist at the Australian Marine Conservation Society, working to demystify the world of ethical and sustainable seafood for consumers. In addition to her non-profit work, Peta is a beauty influencer on Tiktok melding her love of science and art to discuss perfume, makeup and skincare. Catch up with us as Peta recounts her disastrous first attempt and creating a perfume, the importance of science communication in a social media age and how music led Peta to her found family in adulthood. Follow Peta on Tiktok @Petamarine Check out the GoodFish sustainable seafood guide here: https://goodfish.org.au/ This episode was hosted by Kate Saap, follow her on instagram at M1ss_Kate This episode was also produced and edited for podcast by Zaity Salman @thatssozaitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A few weeks ago, Kate managed to fulfil her dream of becoming a sports journalist when she interviewed Sydney Swans AFLW players Alice Mitchell, Montana Ham, and Sofia Hurley. Ahead of the AFLW 2024 season start, Sydney Swans super fan, former OOTB presenter and current host of Wildcard, Stuart Coupe, joined Kate in the studio to discuss his lifelong passion for the Swans. Producer Zaity Salman aso chats with Kate about how they first got into (watching) the sport. This episode was co-produced and edited by Zaity Salman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us for Tanya's final interview with the lovely Nazlican (Naz) Eren – host of FBi's Sunset with Nazty Girl (on Wednesday's at 6pm) and co-founder of One Off Traks, a community focused on amplifying the music of women and non-binary artists here on Gadigal Land. Find Tanya on instagram at @t_4_n_y_4_ and Nazlican at @sunsetwithnaztygurl TalkPopDrillTracklistMore EpisodesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate chats with Eora-based hairdresser, Odesa Sabile! Odesa talks us through growing up in a Filipino family, how she finds the confidence to be herself and how important hair really is when it comes to affirming and loving ourselves. Odesa's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/extrasilky/Kate's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m1ss_kate/ This episode was produced and edited by Zaity SalmanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tanya Shukla chats producing, learning to love your art at all stages, and Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 with Eora-based musician, visual artist and skateboarder Kyle Shakleford . @milohunterband @pablo_bic_asso See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode Béla chats with Eora-born and raised artist/producer, Cherry Rype. They talk her musical origins in the womb, somatic healing and getting vulnerable through sound. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Tanya Shukla interviews Amy Zhang (dancer, choreographer, movement director). She has changed the way Eora thinks of dance and movement - representing courage, trust in one’s self and honest self-expression.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After some time to relax and mow his lawn, Genesis Owusu is back on stage at Volume Festival at AGNSW this July. Kate Saap and Genesis Owusu sat down to discuss absurdism, being a freak, and how much they love curry chips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guest today is an absolute powerhouse, and no stranger to the FBi airwaves. They are a DJ, an organizer of one of Eora’s most important party series, and a host here on the station. The passion and love that runs through everything that they do is heartwarming! Isa Thurn is interviewed by Tanya Shukla about her life, her creative practise & where she finds inspiration in this crazy world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Sin, the saviour of professional wrestling, joins Kate Saap in the studio to peel back the curtain with us about all things wrestling, music and being a sinner!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's guest is an inspiration to those that want to surprise themselves. Interviewed by Emily Elvish (on her last show with OOTB), Kat Rose is a stylist, photographer and designer who has worked with the likes of Eartheather, and Mulalo. Under the alias of Rose Pure, Kat's life has been defined by her passions and the creative journey of worldbuilding. --- The OOTB team would like to thank Emily Elvish for all her hard-work, dedication and passion she has shown over the past 5-months. As an incredible story-teller, and even better friend - Em will be missed & the team wishes her all the best with all her future creative projects <3 <3 <3See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's guest reminds us of the power we have within ourselves to shape the world around us. Zi Nori has lived a remarkable life - he is currently the Director & Co-Founder of Umi Nori - a bespoke tailoring studio, but his love for creativity & people, has shown itself throughout his life. Whether it was skate-boarding, or even playing the guitar, Zi has always been drawn the deeper feelings of life. In this episode, listen back to hear Kate Saap interview one of the coolest people in Eora, about how trying new things is the key to a fuller, richer life!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everything you hear on "Out of The Box" wouldn’t be possible if it wasn’t for today's guest. Tanya Shukla is OOTB's Executive Producer, who platforms and nourished community storytelling. As a broadcaster, she honours the passion of local creatives. As a friend, she is a beacon of love & light. Listen back to hear Emily Elvish & Tanya, explore her life, the things that bring her meaning and what songs have shaped who she is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s guest on OOTB, Mara Schwerdtfeger, has accomplished a lot throughout a life in audio. From scoring films, dance and installations, to her practice as a sound artist, designer and curator, Mara’s practise is far reaching. Listen back, to hear Kate Saap and Mara chat about her life, and what key moments shaped who she is today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Emily Elvish is joing by Dane Gorrel, Director/Music Director of one of Eora's oldest clubs; Club 77. Dane has had a full career, and an incredible journey up until this point. From travelling the world, being a competitive surfer to running multiple successful clubs, Dane is known for living a passionate life. Listen back to hear Emily and Dane explore his love for nightlife & the culture that grows alongside it, as well the music that has shaped him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Out of the Box, producer Béla Hajdu is joined by an absolute corner-stone of Eora's wider music scene. Widely known as "Godriguez", Dave Rodriguez has accomplished a lot throughout a life in music. From producing Sampa the Great's seminal debut "The Great Mixtape", to being the brains behind expansive Eora jazz collective GODTET and releasing a solo album under GODRIGUEZ, Dave's musical journey is one that seems to be forever expanding. Dave joined Béla in the studio to chat about how multiculturalism has shaped him as an artist, and to listen to some of the music that has soundtracked his life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After only being in Eora for 8 months, today's guest has already left his mark. Laurie Macfarlane is a multi-disciplinary English-Australian artist, hailing from Oxfordshire in the UK. Laurie came to Sydney on a one year exchange from Edinburgh uni and has made waves in every arts scene imaginable. From poetry readings, album launches, art making, and working behind the scenes as a booker, there’s nothing he hasn’t done. Find Laurie's work here: BandcampSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Emily Elvish is joined by Lucy Keirle - artist, illustrator and librarian whose life is an embodiment of her love of expression. Together, both Emily and Lucy explore the importance of spaces (as a vehicle for creativity and contemplation) as well as how Lucy's life has shaped her art, and how art has shaped her life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On an extra special EP, this week we take the opportunity to introduce another member of the "Out of the Box" team - producer Béla Hajdu. Interviewing each other, Kate and Béla delve into their own musical upbringings and life learnings, whilst exploring the odd psyop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's guest on Out Of The Box is a force to be reckoned with. She was actually the first voice that Emily Elvish ever heard on FBi radio! As a presenter on Tuesday Arvos, an actor, a musician (Dead Witch), and a curator - Jamiee Taylor-Nielsen is easily one of Eora's most beloved voices. There is soulfulness & passion that carries through whatever she does, and on today's episode, Jamiee sheds light onto what moves her, what shaped her and how the power of love gives hope. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your a stan of FBi, then you are definitely familiar with today's guest! Broadcasting on "Bare Necessities" where they soundtrack your Tuesday sunsets, or on "Mi Gente/My People" where they take you through your Sunday afternoon, Paulo Flores is a powerhouse! Also known as LUNY, Paulo has done it all - touring the world, creating new genres of music, managing his own record label to being a positive impact within his communities, in today's special episode Paulo chats with Kate about his life, and what gives him meaning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ingrid Dieckmann is an accomplished MC and performer, a regular on Sydney’s underground cabaret scene. They also work as Head of Programming at Golden Age Cinema and were Director at Pink Flamingo Cinema - a cinema dedicated to "niche, avant-garde, genre and trash cinema". Their path in cinema is defined by incredible chapters, and in today's special episode with Marcus Whale (composer, musician, artist), Dieckmann unpacks these pivotal moments, whilst sharing insight into how they see the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may know Basjia as one of Eora’s most impactful voices; a creative director, dancer, model, and a Ballroom community member (House of Silky). In these spaces, her work celebrates and empowers the body in all forms. But beyond her own practice, she works tirelessly to shift the narratives and landscapes around her. Her activism for inclusion and representation can be found in the fashion and performance spaces. In this week's show, Emily Elvish explores how Basjia creates art to empower and celebrate the black femme body and to show how powerful and sacred all bodies are. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest is triple-threat co-founder, program producer, and filmmaker Claud Bailey. You might have seen the premiere of performance art program Stories from the Heart at world pride last year, Claud Bailey and TRANS MEDIUM is the brains behind the project. Today, we dive into Claud's own creative practise as a writer/director, their influences, and how music intersects with their filmmaking. Kate also discussed Claud's queer community organising with TRANS MEDIUM, as well as MISC. at the Sydney Opera House, and why it's so important to support queer teens as they come into their own. Claud gave us a beautiful insight into their music taste, shared some of their biggest musical influences as well as some intimate, tender and silly stories of how these tracks come into their life. Watch their film 'Right Here'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve ever tuned into FBi Radio on a Thursday morning, you’ll be very familiar with Dyan Tai. As one of the co-hosts of "Kings & Queens" on Up For It, you would’ve woken up or driven to work alongside them, sharing queer news, events, and chatting with some of the most influential voices from so-called Sydney & beyond. But Dyan's impact extends so far beyond the panel. As a broadcaster and founder of "Worship Queer Collective", they work tirelessly to empower queer & BIPOC voices throughout the community. As a musician, producer and performance artist, they fearlessly push the boundaries of electronic music, bringing traditional Southeast Asian Soundscapes into the hyperpop space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Izabella Antoniou is a political activist with interests in renters rights, migration, the arts, and music. On this week's episode, Kate speaks with Izabella (Izo) about her work within the political landscape, as well as what art means to her. It is an episode that brings together Izo's worlds - writing and justice - and speaks to where the world currently is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Out Of The Box, Emily Elvish is joined by a guest whose work you would hear daily here on FBi - SOLLYY. He’s crafted beats for the likes of Latifa Tee, 1300, and PANIA, among countless others. His joint EP with Dxvndre, OPPBOYZ, was easily one of the rawest projects released last year! But beyond the studio, SOLLYY's world is layered and constantly expanding. He is a storyteller, a dreamer, a friend, and easily one of the hardest working creatives in so-called Sydney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Maybe he’s reignited your love of bass by suggesting to test new headphones with 'Get Low by Ludacris'!" Derrick Gee has built a massive platform across social media channels talking about music and hifi. Working hard to bring music lovers all across the world together, Derrick is a force to be reckoned with. In this week's episode, Kate and Derrick explore the nature vs. nurture of music, being a social media creator and the euphoria of hearing a song for the first time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Out Of The Box is back & with a new team to take you through the lives, stories and hidden loves of your favourite artists through their favourite records! On this week's episode, (hosts) Emily Elvish & Kate Saap interview each other, giving insight into their lives, and what records have shaped their lives. It's funny, heart-warming and deeply poetic!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, guest presenter Bindi Mutiara sits down with Dr. Catherine Keenan AM. Catherine is a multi-talented creator and wordsmith, and has not only been a friend and an educator, but also a motivator to many. Catherine and Bindi dive into her work as the co-founder and executive director of Story Factory, a not-for-profit creative writing center based in Parramatta and Redfern for young minds aged 7-17 from under-resourced communities. We tap into the various influences that have shaped her love for literature, her experiences living in Indonesia and England, and of course, the music that has carried her along the way. This episode was produced & presented by Bindi Mutiara.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.