Best Abby Tai Podcasts (2024)

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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

4d ago1:56:50

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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

10d 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

13d ago1:47:33

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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

12d 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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Scandinavian Film Festival, How do we remain; at the Melbourne Recital Centre, Ānanda: Dance of Joy and Two Remain. 1:39:28

22d ago1:39:28

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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

26d ago1:47:10

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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

1M 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

1M ago1:25:01

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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

1M ago1:40:21

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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

2M 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

2M ago1:06:56

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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

2M ago57:20

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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

2M ago10:16

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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

2M ago1:21:50

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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

2M ago1:27:40

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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

3M ago9:47

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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

2M 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

3M ago1:04:56

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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

3M 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

3M 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

4M 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

3M ago1:34:13

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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

4M 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

5M 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

4M 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

5M 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

5M ago1:33:47

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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

6M 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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Palestinian Film Festival 2024, The Mary Wallopers, Dungeons & Dragons 50th anniversary, PHOTO 2024, and theatre theatre theatre! 1:44:22

5M ago1:44:22

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Richard kicks off this week’s epic show with Irish band, The Mary Wallopers. The cheeky, rowing brothers, Charles and Andrew Hendy, talk sibling rivalry, genre shifting, and their anticipation of Ireland’s global domination… Professor Lisa Given is on the line to celebrate Dungeons & Dragons 50th Birthday. What is the legacy of DnD and tabletop rol…

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How This ONE Ingredient Can Help Reduce Eczema Flares (S6E44) 6:47

6M ago6:47

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Are you weary of battling eczema and enduring the discomfort of topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) flare-ups? It's time to explore a revolutionary solution that could revolutionize your journey to healthier skin. Discover the power of a single ingredient in alleviating itching, redness, and inflammation associated with eczema. I've personally experie…

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Yentl, Counting and Cracking, When We Were Young, Back to Back and Not Natural! 1:42:32

6M ago1:42:32

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Richard Watts is back in the studio to chat to director Gary Abrahams and actress Evelyn Krape on the production of Yentl, an adaptation of a Yiddish short story. Plus, S.Shakthidharan, the writer and associate director of Counting and Cracking for the 2024 RISING festival; conductor Carlo Antonioli visits the studio to discuss the new performance …

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Clean Beauty Makeup Brands for Eczema: My Top Picks (S6E43) 10:36

6M ago10:36

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Are you searching for makeup products that are gentle on eczema-prone skin? Join me as I introduce you to a handpicked selection of clean makeup products that I use, carefully curated with sensitive skin in mind. Let's explore clean beauty products together. I'll guide you through the makeup essentials I use, even when I've had eczema flare-ups…

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Rock Musicals, Northern Irish Chavs, and 7 Hours of Theatre 51:41

7M ago51:41

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Jess McEvoy talks about their solo rock musical, 'The Show,' and the way that the show came about naturally after years of performing as a singer-songwriter between Naarm and New York City. Sandrine Lescourant, dancer and performer in Oona Doherty's piece 'Hope Hunt and the Acension into Lazarus', discusses the way the work looks at suburban youth …

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How Your Dental Health Affects Your Skin Health (with my own dentist) - (S6E41) 30:59

7M ago30:59

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Oral health can impact eczema in many ways - and the research has shown this. Dr. Mandeep Johal explains how our dental health and microbiomes can affect gut health, digestion, and overall well-being. Mouth breathing and posture can also impact stress levels, and inflammation, and affect overall health. Dr. Johal offers practical tips for improving…

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BONUS: Clear Skin Meditation for Parents (with children going through Eczema or TSW) - (S6E40) 16:29

8M ago16:29

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Join our clear skin meditation if you're a parent who has a child who's going through eczema and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). It can be stressful when your child has eczema or TSW - so this meditation will guide you to take deep breaths and focus on positivity while releasing fear and tension surrounding your child's healing journey. Visualize…

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