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The Queens TableElena WangurraOn the final episode of the season, we yarn with the Queenmode OG, founder and creative director, Elena Wangurra. Elena shares her story, from touring the world while working in the performing arts to creating a safe space for First Nations women to grow actively. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-2246 minThe Queens TablePauline BatistaIn this episode, we catch up with our very own sis, Pauline Batista. She is an Afro Brazillian storyteller, Unesco Youth Rep, TEDx Speaker, Ph.D. Student and QM Ambassador, and for the last 15 years, Pauline has been working with community-based filmmaking to bring attention to policymakers on potential avenues to contribute to the empowerment of Africans and Afro-descendant communities. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-1545 minThe Queens TableTalei EluIn the sixth episode, we yarn with the amazing Talei Elu, a Saibai Koedal woman from Seisa. Talei is a photographer, storyteller and community advocate. Founder of Faces of the street, a social media platform showcasing the beauty and diversity of Torress Strait Islanders in Australia, Talei uses digital media to tell our stories in breathtaking ways. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-0848 minThe Queens TableSylvia Darkwa-OhemengIn this episode, we meet and celebrate a beautiful soul, based in London, Sylvia Darkwa-Ohemeng. Sylvia is a trailblazing Stage Manager who is passionate about theatre and those who work so hard backstage. We learn about her journey, finding her passion for Stage Management, what representation means to her, and what led her to start her company Backstage Niche. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-0141 minThe Queens TableTegan MurdockIn this episode, we catch up with the founder of Ngumpie Weaving, Teagan Murdock. Tegan is a Barkindtji-Duduroa Dhargal woman, a mum, and a business owner who keeps connected to her culture through weaving. Tegan speaks to us about the amazing women in her life, why weaving is special to her, and what she hopes for her children in the future. Passionate about the work she does, Teagan's story gives great insight into the real life of women in business. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2520 minThe Queens TableLisa Fa’AlafiIn this episode, we yarn with Lisa Fa'Alafi, a performer, director, and founder of Polytoxic and Hot Brown Honey. Lisa shares stories from her childhood, her love for dance, and the impact her storytelling has had on women. A beautiful, articulate and calming soul, Lisa's story inspires us all to embrace who we are and break down all the barriers. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-1841 minThe Queens TableMedika ThorpeMedika Thorpe is a proud Gunnai, Gunditjmara and Gooreng Gooreng woman. Deeks has an amazing story influenced by her strong family connections. From dancing with Bangarra as a 9-year-old to co-founding the Winda Film Festival, Deek's creative journey has taken her across the globe. A trailblazer, hard worker, and passionate First Peoples woman, Deeks' story is truly inspiring. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-0552 minThe Queens TableRegina JonesRegina Jones aka Ginny, is a proud Gomaroi woman from Brisbane, Australia currently living in Georgia, USA. She is an artist, story teller and an advocate for First Nations people, our rights and preserving our culture. Ginny is also the owner and founder of Ginny’s Girl Gang - a wearable art label "with a voice" who are all about culture, positivity, respect and love. Be inspired by her story, business and journey as we yarn culture, fashion and wearable art! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more in...2022-06-0347 min
North East Arnhem Land with MonElena Wangurra is paving the way for young indigenous women to achieve their dreamsWhere do you begin with someone whose list of accomplishments run nearly as long as their years roaming the planet?To put it simply, Elena Wangurra is truly inspiring.She was born at Gove District Hospital to an Italian mother and an Indigenous father. In this conversation Elena opens up about her experiences of living between the Indigenous and non-Indigenous worlds. She shares how studying at the Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts in Brisbane gave her the opportunity for cultural exchange. It also opened her eyes to social and political issues which would plant the seed for future endeavors...2019-03-2145 min
Don't SpeakDON'T SPEAK LIVE at Fringe '18 - Bonus ep feat Hot Brown Honey & Molly TaylorOur second ever SPECIAL LIVE BONUS EP recorded live in conversation at Fringe Central at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Join Miriam and Amy with dancer, choreographer, trailblazer, Yami Rowdy Lofvenberg and contemporary dancer, director and soul soother Elena Wangurra from Hot Brown Honey alongside writer, theatre maker and performer Molly Taylor. Follow @dontspeakpod @mollyhopetaylor @hotbrownhoney2018-09-1900 min