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Flynn Gurry is an Australian singer-songwriter. His brand new single and music video Bones is now out plus he has an incredible new EP Gold. To commemorate the upcoming release of Gold, Flynn will also embark on a tour (currently on) set to stun with his unforgettable live show that has previously seen 4ZZZ praise him as "a charismatic performer who knows how to engage an audience". Raised against the coastal backdrop of Warrnambool, Victoria, Flynn Gurry has catapulted from busking on Melbourne streets through to performing with the likes of Ian Moss, King Stingray, Ash Grunwald and Kim Churchill as a solo artist, while also relentlessly enamouring with his sparkling acoustic guitarwork, magnetic pop sensibilities, honeyed vocals and folk-hued charm. Winning triple j Unearthed's One Night Stand competition in 2024, which saw him perform alongside G Flip, Ruel, What So Not and many more in his hometown Warrnambool, Flynn has since ticked off being a triple j Unearthed feature artist, supported The Dreggs and

SONYA WALGER is an actor, author, writer and podcaster. She most recently starred in Apple's sci-fi series FOR ALL MANKIND as astronaut "Molly Cobb," and the horror/thriller film NEW LIFE. She also can be seen in Amazon's NIGHT SKY opposite Sissy Spacek and J.K. Simmons, and Epix's GET SHORTY with Chris O'Dowd and Ray Romano. Sonya is perhaps best known for her role as "Penny" on ABC's hit series LOST as well as other series including FLASHFORWARD, THE CATCH, TELL ME YOU LOVE ME, and MIND OF A MARRIED MAN. Sonya's novel LION was published in February 2025 by The New York Review Books. Her new novel, WIFEHOUSE, will be published by Union Square Books April 7th 2026. We chat about her love of books and full time writing, Lost, her new book Wifehouse, intuition, auditioning, being invited back to shows, waiting for the phone to ring and empowering yourself, friendships, the power of journaling + plus more! Check Sonya out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonyawalgerofficial/ Website: https://sonya

Emmanuel Sonubi is an award winning stand up comedian , TV personality, presenter, actor and writer. He is one of the UK's most in-demand comedians, whose rise through the UK comedy scene has been rapid and widely celebrated. Since making his debut in 2016, he has progressed from open mic nights to headlining major venues and hosting the iconic BBC stand-up showcase Live at the Apollo. You may have also seen him on QI, Celebrity Mastermind, The John Bishop Show, Comedy Central Live, Pointless Celebrities, Have I got News for you, Unforgiveable, The Stand Up Sketch Show + more. Known for his commanding stage presence and razor-sharp storytelling, Emmanuel has received significant industry recognition. His show was nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Show in 2023, following a Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Newcomer nomination in 2022. He has also been nominated for Chortle Award for Best Club Comic and won Mervyn Stutter's Spirit of the Fringe Award for Best Show in 2025. Following a sold-out

Anthony Locascio is a stand-up comedian, actor & podcaster. Since beginning stand-up in 2017, he has written and toured a new full-length show every year, with highlights including Don't Call Me a Wog! (2022), Heart of Darkness (2023), and the critically acclaimed Pappou (2024–25). Pappou toured twice around Australia and internationally to London, New Zealand, Canada, and New York, before being filmed at a sold-out Enmore Theatre and released on YouTube in 2025. His debut special Confirmation (2020) was distributed worldwide by Comedy Dynamics on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. Anthony has sold out seasons at Sydney Comedy Festival, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Adelaide Fringe, Perth Comedy Festival, and Brisbane Comedy Festival, and was hand-picked for the prestigious Sydney and Perth Comedy Festival Gala showcases in 2021 and 2022. Alongside his live work, he has appeared on Triple J's Hack, SBS Sport, beIN Sports, Today EXTRA on Channel 9 and Sunrise on Channel 7, and performed or hosted major

Thor Stenhaug is a Norwegian born, London based standup comedian and actor. He regularly performs in some of the biggest comedy clubs across the UK. He is a Channel 4 Sean Lock Award Finalist and he had a completely sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe 2025 with his debut show "One Night Stand Baby". Thor has headlined top comedy clubs across the England, and recently completed a run at Soho Theatre, London. Thor has offered tour support for Vittorio Angelone, Fern Brady, Josh Widdecombe, Larry Dean and Jack Dee, and was shortlisted for British Comedian of the Year - despite not being British. Thor will tour One Night Stand Baby across the UK, Australia and more! We chat about being a one-night stand baby, being a Harry potter walking guide, practising small talk, learning English, sneeze breaks, stories from writing for the local newspaper, being a comedy doorman in Norway, the rule of Jante, his Melbourne shows, bombing & silence, tours plus plenty more! Check Thor out on: Instagram: https://www.instag

Luke McQueen is an award-winning stand-up comedian, writer and actor, who you will have seen on 'The Moth Club', 'Comedians Giving Lectures', 'The Stand-up Sketch show' and 'Roast Battle'. Luke has written and starred in a number of short films over the years, with his performance in 'Last Dates' receiving an honourable mention at the LOCO film festival and his film 'Trevor' receiving a special commendation the following year. More recently Luke was cast for a small role in Nicolas Cage movie 'The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent' and he's just wrapped filming a starring role in 'Hostages', a debut feature from director Jim Owen. Luke will also be in Melbourne for the comedy festival performing his hit show Comedian's Comedian. Check it out! Links below. We chat about someone putting things in his football boots, directing and acting, his many comedy pranks, Edinburgh and long tour runs, forgiving your enemy, pressure, not being invited on the comedian's comedian podcast and making a show about it + more!

Ravi Patel is a powerhouse multi-hyphenate; Emmy-nominated writer, director, and actor — lighting up screens in film and television as one of the entertainment industry's most dynamic and in-demand talents. Ravi currently stars as Amit Patel in Animal Control, FOX's #1 comedy, returning in a lead role alongside Joel McHale which has been renewed for a 5th season.  On the unscripted front, Ravi brings his signature charm and comedic energy to LEGO Masters Jr., FOX's new child-friendly competition series hosted by Kelly Osbourne which is out. The four-week special event features Ravi alongside fellow celebrity partners Andy Richter, Jordin Sparks, Porsha Williams, and Alison Sweeney, teaming up with young contestants in a high-spirited, creativity- fuelled challenge. Ravi also continued his FOX unscripted takeover participating in one of television's most extreme challenges in Special Forces: World's Toughest Test (season 4), an intense, unscripted series that pushes celebrity participants to their absolute

Dave Hughes is one of Australia's biggest and best stand-up comedians – and fellow comedians call him 'the GOAT.' A household name who's made sharp wit and larrikin charm his trademark, Hughesy is universally revered by those inside the industry as the comedian's comedian. His career exploded in 1998 with a legendary debut on Hey Hey It's Saturday– so good it was the only stand-up spot replayed on the show's 50th Anniversary Special. From there, he became a breakout star on The Glasshouse, co-founded the iconic Before The Game, delivered unforgettable Hughesy Loses It segments on Rove Live, and was a key pillar in the launch of The Project in 2009, staying for five years. But Dave's never stopped. He's hosted Australia's Got Talent, produced and starred in Hughesy, We Have A Problem, was the only judge to complete all five seasons of Masked Singer Australia, and in 2025 appeared on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, Taskmaster Australia, and Talkin' 'Bout Your Generation. His life and comedy were also feat

Sarah Schreiber is an actor, announcer & host. She has been dedicated to the entertainment industry for two decades, performing and working across nearly every medium—stage, opera, television, commercials, red carpet coverage, news, and film. Currently Sarah has been a proud part of the global sports entertainment industry with WWE. She has served as a backstage correspondent on Monday Night Raw—the longest-running scripted episodic program in television history—as well as on SmackDown and NXT, covering unforgettable moments and interviewing top talent for shows broadcast worldwide on Netflix, USA Network, The CW, and Peacock. She has also been an in-ring announcer for live events across the globe, from international arenas to Madison Square Garden. Beyond the ring, Sarah has represented WWE as a Global Ambassador, hosting community events with organizations such as Make-A-Wish, the Special Olympics, and Boys & Girls Clubs—appearing alongside distinguished alumni including Denzel Washington—to inspi

Alisha Henderson is a baker, creative cake content creator, and author. She is the creative force behind Sweet Bakes, a successful cake business launched in 2013. A former journalism student and professional cheerleader, Alisha discovered her passion for baking at 19, quickly gaining a following online. Completely self-taught, she has become a leading figure in the Australian pastry scene, known for her vibrant and innovative cakes. Her Cake Mail Club, introduced during the pandemic, delivers unique monthly cake tastings across Australia. Alisha is also a published children's author and illustrator, and collaborates with brands to create inspiring content. In 2023, she co-founded Co.Bake Space in Melbourne, offering workshops and events. Alisha joined the cast of Dessert Masters in 2024, aiming to 'edu-cake' bakers everywhere with her infectious joy and creativity. Alisha has dedicated more than a decade to gaining an understanding of what makes a good cake truly glorious, and to perfecting recipes for t

Emma Donovan is an acclaimed Indigenous Australian singer and songwriter best known for her work with soul bands, The Putbacks and The Black Arm Band project. She is one of Australia's most celebrated voices, with a career spanning over two decades. The proud Gumbaynggirr and Yamatji artist has carved a singular path that fuses gospel, country and soul with the storytelling traditions of her culture. First emerging as a teenager with Stiff Gins, Emma went on to front The Putbacks, whose albums Dawn (2014), Crossover (2020) and Under These Streets (2021) earned her critical acclaim and cemented her as a vital force in Australian music. Having performed on iconic stages including WOMADelaide, Bluesfest Byron Bay and the Sydney Opera House, Emma has become a guiding voice for the next generation of First Nations artists, and in 2021 was inducted into the National Indigenous Music Awards Hall of Fame alongside her family band The Donovans. Emma's previous album Til My Song Is Done was nominated for an ARIA and wo

Candice Guardino is a comedian, writer, host and producer.  Brooklyn-born Candice Guardino grew up in a loud, loving Italian family on Staten Island—an upbringing she transformed into her hit theatrical comedy Italian Bred. Inspired by true events, the special follows Candice as she seamlessly slips into multiple characters, including her brassy grandmother, taking audiences on a hilarious and heartfelt journey through her childhood. Italian Bred was written and performed by Candice and filmed through her production company, Anthony Street Productions (launched in 2022). The special was produced by Chris DiPetta (Billy Gardell's Halftime, Showtime's Road Dogs), directed by Samuel Brownfield (longtime Jim Gaffigan collaborator), edited by Brent Katz (Now You See Him), with musical arrangements by Emmy-nominated David Dabbon (Oh Mary!, Beetlejuice the Musical). The original song, "Change in Me," was written by Candice and Dabbon. Candice is currently writing her debut comedic essay collection, Confessions o

Conrad Sewell is an ARIA Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling singer and songwriter. Starting his musical journey at the age of 8, Conrad became a household name with his first official solo endeavour, teaming up with dynamic Norwegian DJ and producer Kygo for the smash hit Firestone; a track that has since gone on to generate over 1 billion streams on Spotify alone. Since then, Conrad has never looked back, going large with 'Healing Hands' and secured a #1 charting and Platinum certified single via 2015's Start Again, which also took home the ARIA Music Award for Song of the Year, before going on to release two studio albums, tour the globe extensively, all while continuing to enamour with his soulful approach to pop music that is authentic as it is memorable. Conrad Sewell is set to return to Australian stages this year, today announcing his Bloodline tour, a powerful new chapter celebrating family, legacy and the raw soul of his voice, joined by his Grammy-nominated sister Grace Sewell (PKA SAYGRACE),

Rachel Lee Goldenberg is a Los Angeles-based writer/director. Her most recent film, Swiped (2025), stars Lily James as tech founder Whitney Wolfe, and premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. Swiped is Goldenberg's 10th feature, her other most recent film is Unpregnant (2020), a buddy comedy about abortion access. She began her career directing B-movies, culminating with A Deadly Adoption (2015) a meta Lifetime movie starring Will Ferrell and Kristen Wiig. She also directed the pilots and additional episodes of Minx (2022) and Tiny Beautiful Things (2023), along with episodes of a dozen other show. She won an Emmy for producing Between Two Ferns: President Obama (2014). We chat about winning an Emmy, Funny Or Die and how Will Ferrell helped get her first agent, directing and crazy stories on set, working at the Asylum, following excitement, Swiped, working with low budgets plus so much more! Check Rachel out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rlgoldenberg --------------------------------

Jaydi Samuels Kuba got her start in television writing, with credits on shows from Family Guy to Salem. After watching her colleagues in film and TV struggle to find grounded and meaningful relationships, she started LJMatchmaking, her couple curation service for people in the industry. Today she and her business partner are known as the "Love Agents of Hollywood." A certified date and relationship coach, she's set up many couples since, inadvertently finding her own match in the process. She cohosts the podcast Match Made in Hollywood with her husband. Her book, 'Your Last First Date, Secrets from a Hollywood Matchmaker' will be out on January 27. Links below! We chat about officiating weddings, screenwriting, becoming the 'love agents of Hollywood', being Seth MacFarlane's assistant, writing episode 250 for Family Guy, her love and passion of matchmaking and being a dating coach and her new book 'Your Last First Date'. Check Jaydi out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matchmadeinhollywood/ Web

Today's guest may be one of the most interesting humans on the planet. Whether it's doing 250 shows in a year, training with monks, not staying in one city for more than four days over a year and a half, exploring the world, or being a true pioneer in his music space — Chris Emerson, aka WHAT SO NOT, has done it all! What So Not is an Australian DJ and producer. He has just released a brand new collaborative EP The Quiet That Hurts with visionary Dutch artist Buunshin. Previously releasing their single Threads and a luminous new single Dancing In The Leaves featuring Lucy Lucy.   Emerging in the 2010s, What So Not has evolved into an in-demand artist across the globe, renowned for his innovation and signature style that blends bass, trap and melodic hues into a unique and unforgettable package. Releasing his debut album Not All the Beautiful Things in 2018, What So Not resoundingly showcased his versatility and revolutionary prowess, with tracks like Be OK Again featuring Daniel Johns and Goh featuring Skri

Melbourne multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Steph Strings already has many strings, literally and figuratively, to her creative bow. But in early 2026, a brand new chapter will arrive in the form of Steph's long-awaited debut album 'Feel Alive', set for release on Friday 9 January, 2026. Steph has also unveiled a new single and music video, with the smouldering country-pop track 'Devil Woman' which is now out! A truly gifted storyteller at her core, Steph Strings is a renowned singer-songwriter and guitarist, merging coastal fingerstyle indie rock with blues, folk and Celtic influences, along with percussive wizardry. A lover of laughter, big kick drums, sunset drinks, golden retrievers, and philosophical conversations, Steph found a passion for music at the age of 7, learning to play the piano before ultimately finding herself drawn to guitar. Starting guitar lessons at the age of 9, Steph has never looked back. Releasing her debut EP Allegoric Oceans in 2017, Steph's ability to channel her influen

Dave Symes is a performer, writer, producer, arranger and the bass player of Boy & Bear. As a member of Boy & Bear Dave has enjoyed 2 Aria #1 Albums in Australia with "Harlequin Dream" and "Limit Of Love", as well as a # 4 with "Boy and Bear" and a #7 with "Suck On Light". The band performs regularly, touring across Australia, North America and Europe. Renowned for their magnetic blend of vintage pop, alternative elements and folk edges, Boy & Bear channel nostalgia, personal experiences and universal themes into charming and captivating sonic journeys. Taking the world by storm in 2011 via their debut album Moonfire, Boy & Bear instantly won hearts and minds, while also taking home five ARIA Award wins and achieving double-Platinum status for their maiden record. Cementing their ever-burgeoning legacy with 2013's Harlequin Dream, 2015's Limit of Love, 2019's Suck on Light and, most recently, 2023's self-titled album, over the years Boy & Bear have garnered multiple #1 charting albums,

Pez (Perry Chapman) is one of Australia's most respected hip-hop artists and an icon. He has achieved ARIA-charting albums, national tours, and collaborations with some of Australia's most influential hip-hop acts. Pez has a reputation as one of the countries sharpest lyricists. His longevity and evolution have cemented him as a trusted, authentic voice in Australian music, admired for both his craft and his contribution to the culture. Pez is touring with 360 on their Back N Forth Tour, check it out (links below)! We chat about leaving music and coming back (hopefully), authenticity and being yourself, flow state, graves disease, nerves and performing, negative self-talk, life changing experience in Sunshine Coast, how Aussie rap is perceived, his new tour with 360, being a father plus plenty more! Check Pez out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pezofficial Tour dates/ tickets: https://pezmusic.com.au/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pezofficial Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0XhPfbWk

Micah and Sarah Wallace are dynamic digital creators known for their authentic storytelling, vibrant personalities, and engaging multimedia content. As a couple, they've built a dedicated following across platforms by blending creativity with relatability, sharing everything from everyday life to curated projects that inspire and uplift. With a massive presence on Instagram (2.1M+), TikTok (2.4M+) and YouTube (185K+), Micah and Sarah produce content that spans lifestyle, travel, family, wellness, and culture. We chat about the importance of fun, leaving corporate work to pursue content creation, success, embracing cringe, marriage mission statements, identity, faith, vulnerability and sharing to the world plus plenty more! Check Micah & Sarah out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micahandsarahhh/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@micahandsarah Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@themicahandsarah Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MicahAndSarahhh/ Sarah's blog: https://www.thefortitudeproject.c