Interviews on Tuesday Lunch

Nicolás Mena is a dancer, choreographer, and the creator of Rhythm in Soul , a dance experience that centres community, creativity, and authentic self-expression. FEEL. BE SEEN. EXPRESS. His journey has taken him from local dance spaces to some of the world's biggest stages, shaping a practice grounded in connection and the belief that movement can tell stories beyond words.

Govind Pillai is someone whose work lives beautifully at the intersection of tradition, queerness, movement and radical imagination. Pillai is a dancer, choreographer, director and the Artistic Director of Karma Dance ; a company celebrated for creating visually stunning and emotionally powerful performances that challenge the boundaries of contemporary dance. Through works like Temple of Desire ,...

Ruby Teys is a comedian, performer and creative whose work blends camp-iness, Australian nostalgia and character comedy into something completely her own. From cult live shows to radio/podcasting, Ruby has built a reputation for humour that’s equal parts absurd, heartfelt and unmistakably Aussie. This is an Australiana cult classic at its best!

Elaine Crombie is an Aboriginal Australian actress, known for her work on stage and television. She is also a singer, songwriter, comedian, writer, and producer. Her works centre on the raw, the beautiful, and the funny - finding inspiration in all the corners of life.

So, where do I begin with my guest today? Maybe we can start with her phenomenal set at the last Dayshift? Maybe we spotlight her boiler room set? Well, today on Tuesday Lunch, we have a Bengaluru-based Punjabi DJ who has emerged during one of the most certain times for music and nightlife. Starting her journey during the COVID-19 pandemic, she’s since carved out a bold, unapologetic sound that pu...

Some artists find their voice - others grow into it, moment by moment, choice by choice. Born in Aotearoa and raised in Naarm’s south-east, Christian Stewart began his journey into music in shared spaces - family homes, school choirs, and a garage where connection turned into creation. What started as curiosity became something deeper: a calling shaped by community, culture, and self-belief. Throu...

Grace Vegesana is part of a new generation of leaders who are reshaping how we think about climate, community, and justice. As a climate organiser and youth movement leader based originally on Dhurag land, Grace began advocating for climate action as a teenager and has since helped mobilise thousands of young people across so-called Australia. Through her work as the National Director of the Austr...

Today, I'm sitting down with Youna — a creative spirit from Bankstown who is quietly, and boldly choosing authenticity in a world obsessed with polish. Raised in the in-between space of analogue childhood and the wild rise of the internet, she grew up on computer games, animation, and heart-fluttering stories - worlds that felt expansive when real life felt small. Through building worlds with her...

On today’s show, we have journalist, writer, and multidisciplinary creative whose work sits at the intersection of First Nations affairs, and cross-cultural storytelling. Raised in a proudly Aboriginal and multicultural family, Phoebe McIlwraith — grew up surrounded by the belief that stories can move people to act. From law to media, to television journalism, her path has been anything but linear...

Makeup artist and creative Pamela Madoro joins the show to talk art in all its forms, reclaiming beauty, and why personality, patience and pushing past outdated standards matter more than ever. Stay connected/find the full convo: @t_4_n_y_4_

In this week’s show, I sit down for a heartfelt conversation with Shakaiah Perez (Lady Shaka). Together, we trace her journey from a vibrant childhood to becoming the acclaimed DJ and artist she is today. As we talk, I find myself inspired by the creative forces that shaped her (from hip hop to Bollywood) and the way dance competitions, moving abroad, and navigating adversity all built her resilie...

This week on Tuesday Lunch, Joy Ng joins the show. As one of the former owners of Sydney’s iconic The Bearded Tit , we talk about the bar’s legacy, its impact on the local creative scene, and what comes next after its doors closed last month. It’s a conversation about growth, taking the scenic route, and the possibilities that open up when you take a chance. Stay connected: @t_4_n_y_4_

Sometimes, the best stories begin with a spontaneous decision. What started as a “ eat, pray, love ” adventure turned into a powerful reminder of how small and connected our world is. In today’s Tuesday Lunch, we explore that very sense of connection - through the lens of community radio. Emily Roadhouse is a fellow community radio host from Calgary, Alberta (Canada), whose station channels the sa...

This week on Tuesday Lunch, Yesha Patel - founder of after , a company tackling textile waste - joins me to talk about how we can rethink fashion’s throwaway culture. The statistics around textile waste are staggering, but Yesha shares how small, practical changes at every level have a big impact. Plus, all the juicy new music you’ve been craving! Fresh tracks, hidden gems, and a few surprises to...

In this week’s episode, I sit down with illustrator and zine-maker Oliver Reyes to talk about how pocket-sized art can carry big ideas. It’s a thoughtful, hopeful conversation about creativity, community, and the quiet power in the lines, textures, and stories we share. Stay up to date with his upcoming collaboration project .