Best Abby Tai Podcasts (2024)

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7 Surprising Reasons Why Your Skin is Dry - S6E57 14:25

6h ago14:25

14:25

Is your skin perpetually dry despite your efforts? In this video, I discuss 7 surprising causes of dry skin, including thyroid abnormalities, insufficient iron, electrolytes, a lack of good fats, and more. After years of working with clients battling eczema and other skin conditions, I've noticed some eye-opening patterns. Your dry skin may be …

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Why Your Skin Itches When You Sweat (REVEALED) S6E56 11:20

12d ago11:20

11:20

Do you struggle with intense itchiness when you sweat, especially during exercise or on hot days? You’re not alone. In this video, I'll explain why sweating can trigger severe itching, particularly for those with eczema. Discover how an excess of Malassezia yeast on your skin may be the cause, and explore effective ways to relieve it with soothin…

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Poster Protest Art, The Cost of Living & Mother 1:41:07

8d ago1:41:07

1:41:07

Richard Watts is joined by Director Anthea Williams and Actor Rachael Edmonds to talk about upcoming Melbourne Theatre production "The cost of Living" which won the 2018 Pulitzer prize for drama, written by Polish-Amercian Playwright Martyna Majok. Plus, we dive into the political power of posters and street posters and poster print making. with Tr…

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Disability advocacy in the arts, MAGMA exhibitions, PURE oil paintings, You're the Man and Around the World in 80 Days. 1:54:59

26d ago1:54:59

1:54:59

Richard is joined in today's show of Smartarts by a whirlpool of talent including: artist Cindy Campbell, Sharmini Kumar & Arthur Pontonio of Around the World in 80 Days and Paul Mitchell & Theresa Borg who discuss their latest theatrical, You're the Man. From the behind the scenes we peak into an array of art organisations hosted by guests from th…

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Silvia’s Eczema Relief Journey: Trauma, TCM, Therapy, and Naturopathy S6E55 42:54

21d ago42:54

42:54

Silvia shares her story of how she overcame eczema. She had previously worked with various naturopaths and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners before working with us, where she finally found the healing she sought. She shares her inspiring journey of overcoming persistent eczema flares and restoring her skin’s health. In this episode…

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And This Time the Well Is Alive, Secret Mall Apartment, Frankenstein, Stephen Cummins Retrospective and the Clyde Chabot Trilogy 1:56:50

29d ago1:56:50

1:56:50

Richard Watts OAM has a plentiful basket of curators, directors, artists and critics for you to choose from this week. If you’re looking for an art exhibition, and perhaps you’ve been chewed up by bureaucratic systems… look no further than Gertrude Contemporary Exhibition, And This Time the Well Is Alive. Joining Richard is Curator at Gertrude Cont…

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Filaggrin Insights: The Key to Understanding Eczema and TSW - How does filaggrin play a role in the skin? S6E54 12:27

1M ago12:27

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Are you constantly battling itchy, dry skin? Let's explore the crucial role of filaggrin in your skin health. This essential protein is key to maintaining your skin's barrier, and mutations in the filaggrin gene can trigger eczema flares. By deepening your understanding of filaggrin, you can take control of your eczema and enhance your skin's overa…

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Drawn Out Comics, Fox Galleries, the heart whispers and whirls, Asia TOPA, MIFF and AG Founder Andrew Gyopar 1:47:33

2M ago1:47:33

1:47:33

Richard is joined by a whole slew of guests including: Bernard Caleo to talk all things comics, Tai Snaith with the fortnightly Art Attack, Nela Trifkovic who is the vocalist behind new performance 'The Resonant Heart – The Heart Whispers and Whirls', Jeff Khan pops into the studio to chat about Asia TOPA, Rhys Graham presents a new documentary Rew…

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Irish rappers KNEECAP, Circus Arts, SCI-FI Exhibitions & National Poetry Month 2:06:14

1M ago2:06:14

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Richard Kicks off this jam packed episode with Simona Jobbagy of NICA and Sam Jacob, CEO of Collarts as they talk about Australia's only Bachelor of Circus Arts finding a new home for 2025. We have Tilly Boleyn, Science Gallery Melbourne’s Curator & Gail Chin Curator from Art/Science Museum Singapore as they introduce new exhibition SCI-FI Mytholog…

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Mitochondria and NAD+ in TSW: Breakthrough Treatments with Metformin and Berberine S6E53 29:44

2M ago29:44

29:44

Join us in this episode, as we delve into a groundbreaking study exploring the dermatopathology of Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW). Researchers identified distinct symptoms such as burning, flushing, and thermodysregulation. Their findings discuss NAD+ oxidation and mitochondrial dysfunction due to prolonged topical corticosteroid use. Treatments,…

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Scandinavian Film Festival, How do we remain; at the Melbourne Recital Centre, Ānanda: Dance of Joy and Two Remain. 1:39:28

2M ago1:39:28

1:39:28

Host Richard Watts is joined by Christof Wehmeier, head of international & festival promotion at the Icelandic Film Centre, and they discuss the 2024 Scandinavian film Festival program and highlights. We also have Artist Madeleine Flynn and Arts Centre’s Director of Programming Marshall McGuire from the Arts Centre, discussing Installation, how do …

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Midsumma needs a new home, Tristan Meecham's Queering the Collection, Melbourne Art Fair's New Director, Romeo & Julie plus movie turned opera, Breaking the Waves 1:47:10

2M ago1:47:10

1:47:10

Richard Watts OAM reporting for SmartArts! As always, he's here to give you an inside look into the fabulous people behind all of the brilliant goings-on of Naarm's flourishing art scene. Let's go! Amid the housing crisis, Midsumma’s CEO Karen Bryant is on the hunt for office space. The festival is Australia's premier queer arts and cultural organi…

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Serena's Inspirational Healing Journey: From Infected Hands to Healing (Case Study) S6E52 54:41

2M ago54:41

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Struggling with eczema and seeking relief? In this podcast episode, we sit down with our client, Serena Lee, who achieved 99% healing in her journey to treat eczema on her hands. Serena shares how she uncovered the root causes of her condition and the steps she took to heal. Tune in to gain valuable insights on: - The significant improvements s…

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Redeveloping the Melbourne Arts Precinct, reviving Three Magpies in A Tree, Artist Kate Wallace, La Belle Epoque and Reclaim the Crone 1:25:01

2M ago1:25:01

1:25:01

SmartArts with Richard Watts OAM back to keep you company on these chilly winters days... Starting out with Artist Kate Wallace on her new exhibition ‘Details of a room and other places’ - on now at LON Gallery. In the coming years there will be a big redevelopment of the Melbourne Arts Precinct & the Queen Victoria Market - to tell all about it is…

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A Streetcar Named Desire, art partners, Jon & Jero and Abby Howells 1:40:21

2M ago1:40:21

1:40:21

Richard Watts OAM (!!!) is back in the studio after taking a mental health reset. He’s back, and he’s got the best of Melbourne’s performance, art and comedy for you to fill your diary with. First up, Bernard Caleo is in for Comic Books Chat, telling us about all the fabulous local creators we should know. Anne-Louise Sarks and Nikki Shiels, talk a…

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Eczema's Hidden Toll: Depression, Suicidal Thoughts, Steroid Use, and Anxiety [REBROADCAST] S6E51 28:17

3M ago28:17

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Did you know that 100% of patients experience some form of depression when suffering from eczema or topical steroid withdrawal (TSW)? Join us as we interview Dr. Jonathan Silverberg, a renowned dermatologist, to explore the often-overlooked impacts of these conditions on mental health. This fascinating episode aims to provide valuable insights, i…

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Thirty Years of APHIDS, Young Broadway Actors Chat Shrek & Opening Up Melbourne 1:06:56

3M ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Steph Teitelbaum fills in for Richard Watts this week for chats with Lara Thoms, the Executive Director of experimental theatre collective APHIDS about their 30th birthday; Young Australian Broadway Chorus talent James Pringle and Charlie Abbot-Higgins stop by to talk about bringing Shrek JR to life on stage; Open House Melbourne's Chief Curator Ta…

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A scent-sual play, a sensual play, a sense-ual play and 50 years of Art Access Victoria 57:20

3M ago57:20

57:20

For one week more, Oliver Coleman keeps the seat nice and toasty for resident SmartArts host, Richard Watts. And what a cracking show to end the run! Writer Georgia Ketals & scent artist Erin Adams tell us about Recollection, a unique play that offers a sensory experience. Based on a story about a mother trying to recreate her late daughters smell,…

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An Eczema Success Story using Blood Tests (Case study) S6E50 10:16

4M ago10:16

10:16

Are you frustrated with persistent skin flares that just won't go away? Discover how bloodwork can uncover hidden clues about your health, revealing deficiencies and imbalances that may be affecting your skin. In this episode, you'll learn how bloodwork: • Helped our client Serena improve her skin by at least 90% • Reveals crucial insights into…

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Piinpi: Contemporary Indigenous Fashion, Lucy Guerin Inc and run away to the NICA Circus 1:21:50

3M ago1:21:50

1:21:50

Back to fill the enormous SmartArts shoes of Richard Watts OAM is resident funny guy, Oliver Coleman. Kicking off the show is Tai Smith with the latest visual arts reccs - think cutesy wholesome for the Under Five Windows exhibition at A Reading Room, collaging fun at the Ripped - a Punk Collage Workshop, and writing extravaganzas at Alta Forma. Mu…

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MIFF 2024, CLIPPEDKilda and Blackout Songs 1:27:40

3M ago1:27:40

1:27:40

Welcome back to another instalment of SmartArts! Oliver Coleman is steering the ship for you again and boy are we in for a cruisy ride... First up, CLIPPED music video festival director Samuel Bright and James Tran going Oliver to talk all things CLIPPEDKilda, music video festival championing the underrepresented creative community behind music vid…

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A Healing Eczema Success Story using Gut Testing (Case study) S6E49 9:47

4M ago9:47

9:47

Did you know that approximately 70% of your immune system resides in your gut? If you're struggling with eczema, it's crucial to explore a potential root cause: your gut health. Tune in to learn: - How we use gut testing to uncover the root cause of our clients' eczema. - How the gut test can identify issues such as leaky gut, pathogens, digest…

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Eczema Success Stories using the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) - A Case Study (S6EP48) 9:19

4M ago9:19

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Are you feeling worn out from dealing with eczema? Discover how the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) can be helpful in identifying a few of the underlying causes of your eczema flares. Tune in to discover how the HTMA can help you: • Provide crucial insights into your body's internal health. • Give a comprehensive overview of your body's m…

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The Shannon Michael Cane celebration, Michelle Hamer's 'I'm A Believer' and Arkadia, a dance opera 1:04:56

4M ago1:04:56

1:04:56

Oliver Coleman takes the SmartArts seat this week, and he’s keeping it toasty for the next few weeks while Richard is on break. Tai Snaith comes in for Art Attack to talk all things Melbourne Design Week and Melbourne’s thriving design scene. Oliver and Tai recommend finding an art opening and going along! Mark Poston, event creator and friend of S…

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The Odd Couple, Beings, Cutting through Time, and Comedy In The West 1:02:08

4M ago1:02:08

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Oslo Davis fills in for Richard Watts for a jam packed show. Oslo chats with Mark Kilmurry, the Director of Neil Simon's 'The Odd Couple' at the Comedy Theatre, and John Gethin Lewis, the Creative Director of a new exhibition at ACMI called 'Beings'. Also joining Oslo on the show is Geelong Gallery Senior Curator Lisa Sullivan who breaks down new e…

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How to combat staph aureus in eczema flares S6E50 6:12

5M ago6:12

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Have you heard how staphylococcus aureus can disrupt your skin microbiome and contribute to flare-ups? In this episode, I'll explore various strategies to combat Staph aureus during eczema flare-ups. Discover both conventional and holistic methods to beat the staph and nurture your skin from the inside out. Tune in to learn: - How to identify t…

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How Eczema Influences Marriage, Career, and Family Life [REBROADCAST] S6E49 25:22

5M ago25:22

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This episode interviewed Dr. Jonathan Silverberg (MD, PhD, MPH) who shared how eczema can affect quality of life, including marriage, divorce, work, and family. Dr. Silverberg, a prominent dermatologist with over 250 research papers on eczema, explores the unexpected ways eczema can affect your quality of life. In this episode, you'll discover: …

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Hold Me Closer Tony Danza, The Huxleys, Arts Wellbeing Collective's Navigate Well Resources 1:34:13

5M ago1:34:13

1:34:13

This week, Dan & Steph Teitelbaum take the SmartArts reins and gallop effortlessly into another episode... this episode (as always) is jampacked with recommendations, artist deep dives and what's coming up in Melbourne's performing arts scene. Tai Snaith gives a raving review of ACCA’s current exhibition Oui Move In You by artist Laure Prouvost for…

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Client Case Study: 3-Month-Old Baby's Victory Over Eczema (S6E48) 41:34

5M ago41:34

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Are you feeling lost and overwhelmed because of your baby's eczema? Listen to Eling, a mom who successfully navigated her daughter Olivia's eczema journey. Her baby’s story is just one of many transformation stories, from a baby covered in red, itchy patches to a thriving child with almost clear skin. In this episode, you'll learn: - How Eiling d…

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The Effects of Relocation and Weather (Sun, UV, Rain) on Skin: Research [REBROADCAST] (S6E47) 41:35

6M ago41:35

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In this enlightening episode, Dr. Jonathan Silverberg, a renowned dermatologist, explores how climate and relocation impact eczema and overall skin health. Learn which climates are most likely to trigger eczema and the reasons behind these effects. Dr. Silverberg reveals why moving to the USA can increase your eczema risk by 48% after living there …

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Pia Johnson’s Re-Orient, Possum Magic and a couple of funny guys 58:58

6M ago58:58

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It’s that time of year again… Melbourne International Comedy Festival! You can’t escape it… so let’s embrace it, with two fabulous comics joining Richard on the program. But he's got art and theatre covered too, of course! Kicking off with comedian Darby James whose kooky cabaret, ‘Little Squirt’ (formerly SpunkDaddy), turns the big but rarely disc…

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Eczema, TSW, and Staph: How to Spot the Signs (S6E46) 33:41

6M ago33:41

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Discover the surprising truth about how staph infections can mimic the symptoms of eczema and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) in this episode. Learn how to identify and differentiate between them to ensure proper treatment. Tune in to explore: The symptoms of topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). Key indicators of a staph infection or staph overgrowth…

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Arts Project Australia, State of Australian Regions Report, Akaraka and Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons! 1:33:47

6M ago1:33:47

1:33:47

Join Richard Watts in the studio with Liz Knowles, the new Executive Director of Arts Project Australia about their upcoming 50th Anniversary, Tai Snaith for the fortnightly review of current Melbourne exhibitions, and Director Charlotte Rogers and Hazel Pigrim on their production called Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons. Richard is also joine…

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7 Surprising Tools Our Clients Used to Beat Eczema (S6E45) 16:53

7M ago16:53

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Here are 7 tools you may not have thought of - that have helped many of our clients get relief from their eczema and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). From the unexpected benefits of old mattresses to the role of good fats in skin health, we'll delve into unique strategies that have helped many of our clients find relief from eczema and topical s…

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