Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio

Colour Box Studio

Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio provides listeners with insights into the creative process through interviews with artists, creatives, and cultural practitioners as they share about their creative journeys. Hosted by Māori visual artist and podcaster, Maria Birch-Morunga, Creative Conversations aims to spark new ideas, forge connections, and inspire our community through laughter, engaging discussions and storytelling. This podcast was recorded live at The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne in 2024.

Episodes

  1. Art, Activism and Amplifying West Papuan Voices with Cyndi Makabory and Yasbelle Kerkow

    03/30/2025

    Art, Activism and Amplifying West Papuan Voices with Cyndi Makabory and Yasbelle Kerkow

    Host Maria Birch-Morunga sits down with Cyndi Makabory, a West Papuan activist and lawyer, and Yasbelle Kerkow, an Australian-born Fijian artist and emerging documentary filmmaker - the producers of "Kal Angam-Kal: Stories from West Papua," a powerful documentary exhibition. They share their collaborative creative process working with community and co-producer Folole Tupuola, the importance of intergenerational storytelling, and the power of art as a tool for activism, highlighting the resilience and strength of West Papuan and Melanesian communities.    Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio was recorded in front of a live audience at The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne, Naarm, 2024. Listen to the full series here. Kal Angam-Kal: Stories from West Papua Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kalangamkal/ Veiqia Project Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veiqia/ Follow Colour Box Studio: ⁠Website⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠ Are you the creative type? Sign up for the ⁠Colour Box Studio Newsletter⁠. Captioned episodes available via ⁠⁠Colour Box Studio YouTube Channel⁠⁠. CREDITS  Produced and edited by Amie Batalibasi of Colour Box Studio. Sound edited and mixed by Daniel Goh. Production Assistant: Rose McNeill-Young. Music by Ketsa. Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio is supported by The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne's PLAY program.  The Channel Producer: Tom Dickins.

    42 min
  2. Finding Connection Through the Creative Process with Jody Haines

    03/23/2025

    Finding Connection Through the Creative Process with Jody Haines

    In this episode, host Maria Birch-Morunga sits down for tea and a yarn with contemporary artist Jody Haines (palawa). Based in Naarm (Melbourne), Jody discusses her unique practice, which blends social practice, photo media, and public art to explore themes of identity, representation, and the female gaze. Jody shares insights into her creative process and the importance of collaboration and connection to country, people and self. She delves into her PhD research which explores the concept of ‘social acupuncture’ as a context for her large-scale public installations. Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio was recorded in front of a live audience at The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne, Naarm, 2024. Listen to the full series here. Jody Haines Website: https://www.jodyhaines.com/ Jody Haines Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidi_hole/ Jody Haines Photography Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodyhaines_photography/ Follow Colour Box Studio: ⁠Website⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠ Are you the creative type? Sign up for the ⁠Colour Box Studio Newsletter⁠. Transcripts and captioned episodes available via ⁠⁠Colour Box Studio YouTube Channel⁠⁠. CREDITS  Produced and edited by Amie Batalibasi of Colour Box Studio. Sound edited and mixed by Daniel Goh. Production Assistant: Rose McNeill-Young. Music by Ketsa. Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio is supported by The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne's PLAY program.  The Channel Producer: Tom Dickins.

    41 min
  3. Redefining Rom-Coms and Representation On Screen with Esther Fwati

    03/17/2025

    Redefining Rom-Coms and Representation On Screen with Esther Fwati

    Host Maria Birch-Morunga sits down with African-Australian actor and filmmaker Esther Fwati, the creative force behind the hit web series "No Ordinary Love." Esther shares her journey in producing a K-Drama inspired romantic comedy that not only entertains but also champions diversity and representation in the lead characters but also behind the camera. They delve into the challenges of breaking stereotypes, the strength in third culture identities, and the importance of seeing oneself reflected on screen. Esther also provides insights into her creative process, from the initial idea to marketing the series, and her aspirations for the future of inclusive storytelling in Australia. Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio was recorded in front of a live audience at The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne, Naarm, 2024. Esther Fwati's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estherfwati/ WATCH No Ordinary Love Series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NoOrdinaryLoveSeries/about Follow Colour Box Studio: ⁠Website⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠ Are you the creative type? Sign up for the ⁠Colour Box Studio Newsletter⁠. Transcripts and captioned episodes available via ⁠⁠Colour Box Studio YouTube Channel⁠⁠. Listen to the full series: here CREDITS  Produced and edited by Amie Batalibasi of Colour Box Studio. Sound edited and mixed by Daniel Goh. Production Assistant: Rose McNeill-Young. Music by Ketsa. Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio is supported by The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne's PLAY program.  The Channel Producer: Tom Dickins.

    43 min
  4. Transformative Acts of Resistance Through Art with Aseel Tayah

    03/09/2025

    Transformative Acts of Resistance Through Art with Aseel Tayah

    In this episode, we speak with Aseel Tayah, an award-winning Palestinian artist, creative director, and cultural leader whose work transcends boundaries. From her intergenerational, cross cultural community engagement through food to her powerful creative interventions at Free Palestine rallies, Aseel exemplifies how everyday acts of cooking, singing, and storytelling can be transformative acts of resistance, community building, and cultural preservation. Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio is hosted by Maria Birch-Morunga and was recorded in front of a live audience at The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne, Naarm, 2024.  Aseel Tayah: Aseel Tayah Website Aseel Tayah Instagram Bukjeh Website Bukjeh Instagram Follow Colour Box Studio: ⁠Website⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠ Are you the creative type? Sign up for the ⁠Colour Box Studio Newsletter⁠. Transcripts and captioned episodes available via ⁠⁠Colour Box Studio YouTube Channel⁠⁠. CREDITS  Produced and edited by Amie Batalibasi of Colour Box Studio. Sound edited and mixed by Daniel Goh. Production Assistant: Rose McNeill-Young. Music by Ketsa. Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio is supported by The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne's PLAY program.  The Channel Producer: Tom Dickins.

    42 min
  5. Humour in Hardship and How to Go Viral with Comedian Sashi Perera

    02/25/2025

    Humour in Hardship and How to Go Viral with Comedian Sashi Perera

    Sashi Perera, a lawyer turned comedian is taking the comedy world by storm. Host Maria Birch-Morunga chats with the hilarious Sri Lankan Australian comedian about everything from her viral "Browndaries" video, to the deeply personal experiences that fuel her comedy. Sashi shares how she balances her day job with her burgeoning comedy career, the challenges of going viral (and how to deal with trolls), and why she believes everyone has a funny bone. This conversation is as insightful as it is funny! This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne in 2024.  Find out more about Sashi Perera: Website: https://www.sashiperera.com/ Instagram: @sashiperera TikTok: @sashiperera Follow Colour Box Studio: ⁠Website⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠ Are you the creative type? Sign up for the ⁠Colour Box Studio Newsletter⁠. Transcripts and captioned episodes available via ⁠⁠Colour Box Studio YouTube Channel⁠⁠. This episode was recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung, and Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation. CREDITS  Produced and edited by Amie Batalibasi of Colour Box Studio. Sound edited and mixed by Daniel Goh. Music by Ketsa. Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio is supported by The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne's PLAY program.  The Channel Producer: Tom Dickins.

    37 min
  6. Creative Resilience and the Healing Power of Art with Paola Balla

    02/25/2025

    Creative Resilience and the Healing Power of Art with Paola Balla

    Maria Birch-Morunga interviews Wemba-Wemba and Gunditjmara woman, multi-disciplinary artist, curator, and academic, Dr Paola Balla. They discuss the role of community in Paola's work, the influence of country and western music on blak culture, and the importance of finding joy and resilience in the face of trauma. Paola also shares her experiences as an Indigenous lecturer and her thoughts on the power of art to challenge colonial narratives and promote healing. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne in 2024. Find out more about Paola Balla: Instagram Follow Colour Box Studio: Website, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠Pinterest⁠ Are you the creative type? Sign up for the Colour Box Studio Newsletter. Transcripts and captioned episodes available via ⁠Colour Box Studio YouTube Channel⁠. This episode was recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung, and Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation. Produced and edited by Amie Batalibasi of Colour Box Studio. Sound edited and mixed by Daniel Goh. Music by Ketsa. Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio is supported by The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne's PLAY program.  The Channel Producer: Tom Dickins.

    49 min
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Creative Conversations with Colour Box Studio provides listeners with insights into the creative process through interviews with artists, creatives, and cultural practitioners as they share about their creative journeys. Hosted by Māori visual artist and podcaster, Maria Birch-Morunga, Creative Conversations aims to spark new ideas, forge connections, and inspire our community through laughter, engaging discussions and storytelling. This podcast was recorded live at The Channel, Arts Centre Melbourne in 2024.

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