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Electronic music producer Kučka discusses collaborations, covers, and her mark in the industry. Hosts talk about 'Swedish dinner discourse' etiquette, the return of old TV shows like Borgen and Obi-Wan Kenobi, and their opinions on a politician's dog's social media presence.

Deborah Chow, first female Star Wars director, Moses Ingram, star of the series, and Patrick Walters from See-Saw Films discuss challenges in creating new stories in the Star Wars universe. Screenwriter Kodie Bedford talks about the importance of authentic and diverse representation in screenwriting.

Daniel chats with artist brothers Abdul-Rahman and Abdul Abdullah, who are close in life but not so much in their art. However, thorny issues unite them in Land Abounds, their new joint exhibition. Hear how Filipino sculptor Leeroy New builds his large-scale sci-fi installations made from 100% recycled materials. He's in Australia for Melbourne's RISING festival. And how did an 1897 painting by the Wurundjeri clan leader William Barak, end up at a Sotheby's auction house in New York? Last week Wurundjeri people successfully bid for the works.

Guests include Lea Salonga, known for Miss Saigon, Leith McPherson, voice coach, and composer Frank Wildhorn. They discuss Salonga's rise to fame, character portrayal in theater, voice work in acting, musical journey of Jekyll and Hyde, romantic relationships in musicals, the tragic reality of Bonnie and Clyde, and highlights of stage shows like 'Death Note' musical.

Julian Barnes, a Booker winner, reflects on his novel 'Elizabeth Finch' and the impact of influential teachers. He discusses his journey from atheist to agnostic, muses on mortality and immortality in writing, and shares insights on his writing process and personal growth over four decades.

Deborah Frances-White chats about comedy, activism, and peeing outdoors. Ben and Tali discuss Heartstopper and RuPaul's Drag Race. Ben misses out on TIME 100 list. Topics include creating safe spaces, queer joy, and influential people.

Writer-director Aaron Wilson on Little Tornadoes, his beautiful portrait of life in small town Australia in 1971, a time when the country was swept up in change. Opera singer Tiriki Onus on his debut film Ablaze, where together with filmmaker Alec Morgan he uncovers a 70-year-old lost film made by the first Aboriginal filmmaker, his grandfather William ‘Bill’ Onus. Plus, Nash Edgerton joins us from Dublin to talk about his latest film, a short about a couple of pranksters which he stars in alongside Rose Byrne called Shark, set to play at St Kilda Film Festival.

American artist Kiki Smith discusses tapestries and her art career, while painter Kirtika Kain explores Dalit history. The podcast also explores the exhibition 'Reclaim The Earth' at Palais de Tokyo in Paris, connecting nature and culture.

Renowned producer Cameron Mackintosh shares his journey from humble beginnings to hit musicals like Les Misérables. Anna O'Byrne discusses her work inspired by Julie Andrews. They explore the magical world of Mary Poppins, the role of a producer, the creation of Cats, and the enduring appeal of Cinderella.

Authors Emily St. John Mandel and Michelle Cahill discuss their novels, Sea of Tranquility and Daisy and Woolf. Mandel talks about writing during the pandemic and her book's connections to previous works. Cahill explores reimagining Daisy from Mrs. Dalloway, highlighting diverse storytelling and character development.