Best The Velvet Studio Podcasts (2024)

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Revisiting Main Hoon Na | Anupama Chopra and Rahul Desai | FC Retake 27:34

3h ago27:34

27:34

Join us as we revisit and break down Farah Khan’s magnanimous directorial debut - Main Hoon Na starring Shah Rukh Khan, Sushmita Sen, Zayed Khan, and Amrita Rao. Closing in on the film's 20th Anniversary, in this episode, we analyse the film’s progressive politics, its immaculate set design, and the subtle odes to old cult classics. We delve into h…

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Gay Science! Episode 359 58:59

1d ago58:59

58:59

In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien interview Rob Anderson the author of the satirical new textbook Gay Science. Luke and Sebastien also discuss the other top news of the day. Please note, we had to re-record a portion of the show, and Luke was only available by phone, as a result some of the audio from the host is a lower quality than usual. Mus…

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"Tong1Fong4"@Karin Weber, Trevpr Yeung@Parasite & in the studio: saxophonist Timothy Wan 21:37

3d ago21:37

21:37

You may remember that a couple of months ago, The Works featured “Fountain de Chopin” a platform to promote, and increase interest in, jazz music. One of its founders, saxophonist Timothy Wan will be with us later to introduce some original music he’s ...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Artist Profile : Mak2, EU FIlm Festive 2024@cinema & In the Studio : "Code" 21:37

9d ago21:37

21:37

Artist Profile : Mak2, EU FIlm Festive 2024@cinema & In the Studio : "Code"By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Was Gay Pop Just Invented? Episode 358 59:41

11d ago59:41

59:41

In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien respond to Jojo Siwa's comment about being the inventor of gay pop with an exploration of gay pop. They also dive into the news of a AI Boyfriend from Grindr and other top news of the week. Music this week: Culture Club - Karma Chameleon Pet Shop Boys - Go West Tegan and Sara - Closer (Canadian) MIKA - Lolli…

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“Under the Same Roof: Origin & Art of Lingnan Traditional Architecture” Exhibition, "Gender Reveal 21:37

17d ago21:37

21:37

“Under the Same Roof: Origin and Art of Lingnan Traditional Architecture” Exhibition, "Gender Revealed - Not a Party But An Exhibition” at at 480.0 Gender & Art Space & In the Studio : “SOUND OF MUSIC”By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Historic UN Decleration on Intersex People: Episode 357 59:54

18d ago59:54

59:54

In this weeks program Luke and Sebastien discuss the biggest news of the week. This includes a historic motion from the UN Human Rights Council on Intersex people. They also discuss a recent academic study on pronouns on resumes, risk compensation on PREP and much more. Music this week: Drake Jensen - Talk Me Down (Canadian) Orville Peck & Willie N…

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Art Basel & In the Studio : Violinist Chloe Chan 21:37

25d ago21:37

21:37

Art Basel & In the Studio : Violinist Chloe ChanBy Radio Television Hong Kong

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The M Pox Comeback: Episode 356 59:13

26d ago59:13

59:13

In this episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the resurgence of Mpox in Canada and the impact that Grindr which celebrates its 15th anniversary has had on gay culture. Music this week: Run Wild by Becky Prokova (Canadian) Fireworks by Mya Luv (Canadian) With Me by Julia Dales (Canadian) So Many Asking by Jake Nicoll (Canadian) Dare To Hope by Mortimer…

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Opening programme of Le French May Arts Festival, M+ “Noir & Blanc – A Story of Photography, “The Mo 21:37

1M ago21:37

21:37

Opening programme of Le French May Arts Festival, M+ “Noir & Blanc – A Story of Photography, “The Monster” exhibition at Yrellag Gallery & In the Studio : Jazz singer Rachel SungBy Radio Television Hong Kong

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Safe sexuality with Celebrity: Episode 355 59:49

1M ago59:49

59:49

In this weeks program in response to an extensive investigation by Rolling Stone into the drag queen Shangela, Luke and Sebastien being safe and the influence of queer celebrity. They also discuss the top GLBT news of the week. Music this week: Just Don't Care by Kue Varo (Canadian) Nicotine Hallelujah by Päter (Canadian) Europapa by Joost Klein…

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Exhibition “One to Ten”, “Green Snake: women-centred ecologies” @Tai Kwun & in the studio: Gabriel K 21:37

1M ago21:37

21:37

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Design is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, it’s presenting the exhibition “One to Ten”, featuring ten former students, to highlight the achievements of its alumni in the de...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Beyond The Stats: Raising Hate Crimes and Queer Resilience Episode 354 59:45

1M ago59:45

59:45

This weeks show delves into the alarming increase of hate crimes in Canada, with a focus on the LGBTQ+ community. This show features interviews with Warren Silver from Stats Canada, who shares staggering statistics and the nuances behind them, and Hazel Woodruff from the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, who discusses grassroots defense strategies and th…

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Cantonese musical, “I am What I am”, "NL Imagined”@Goethe & in the studio: Vocalist Keith Wong 21:37

2M ago21:37

21:37

On the show later, composer and vocalist Keith Wong will be here to tell us about his debut album, “Intertwined” and why he likes to intertwine choral music, theatre and the jazz tradition in his music. Turning to music with a perhaps more local emphas...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Pride’s Painful Payback: Episode 353 59:37

2M ago59:37

59:37

In this weeks episode we cover the recent record breaking payback by Toronto Pride of over $500,000 to the Canadian Government after their federal grant controversy. To walk us through it is Assistant Professor Tom Hooper. Also this week the big news from Canada, Greece and Ghana. Music this week: Perfection by Once A Tree (Canadian) Everything's G…

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Painter Kitty Ng, Kuwayama & Naito@Whitestone & in the studio: Irish Festival & Black Velvet Collect 21:37

2M ago21:37

21:37

The relationship between painting and photography hasn’t always been cordial. Some painters did use precursors of the modern camera such as the camera obscura to compose their works, but many people felt that the invention of the photograph itself in t...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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The Struggle for Queer Spaces: Episode 351 59:23

2M ago59:23

59:23

In this weeks episode we are joined by Kevin of Stroked Ego in Ottawa, as we discuss the struggle of running a business in the gay village. We are also joined by Mariah Darling the Education Coordinator at Chroma as they prepare to present at a national conference on creating temporary queer spaces. Music this week: Hunting Buffalo by Norine Braun …

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Artist Sheung Yiu, Anita Mui@Heritage Museum & in the studio: Pianist Patrick Lui & trio 21:37

2M ago21:37

21:37

Currently based in Helsinki, Hong Kong-born artist Sheung Yiu is interested in algorithmic image systems such as computer vision, computer graphics and remote sensing. It might all sound very technical, but for his latest project he’s using this comput...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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The Future of at home HIV Testing in Canada: Episode 352 59:30

2M ago59:30

59:30

This episode of CanQueer dives into the critical shifts in HIV testing and funding in Canada, featuring insights from CATIE and the Canadian AIDS Society. We explore the impact of federal funding ending for HIV self-testing kits and the broader implications for health access. Additionally, we discuss the queer community's resilience in small towns,…

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Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa | Anupama Chopra & Rahul Desai | FC Retake 28:41

2M ago28:41

28:41

Join us on a journey through time as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Kundan Shah directorial masterpiece, "Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa” Involving an in-depth exploration of Shah Rukh Khan's breakthrough performance, the addition of endearing talent and charm through Deepak Tijori and Suchitra Krishnamurthy's portrayals, and its profound impact on…

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Birdcage-making, Japanese decorative art@Liang Yi & in the studio: Singer-songwriter Monkey 21:37

2M ago21:37

21:37

Traditional Chinese bird cages range from the basic to the sophisticated and often feature fine craftsmanship and materials. Their shape and design can vary from region to region and according to the bird species for which they are made. Keeping caged ...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Russian Crackdown: Episode 350 58:57

2M ago58:57

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In this weeks show we discuss the latest news, including the crackdown in Russian on glbt representations. Music this week: Fever Dreams by Julia Dales (Canadian) Ladybird, What's Wrong? by Avi C. Engel (Canadian) Flowers by Amanda Rheaume (Canadian)By CanQueer

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Jazz collective Fountain de Chopin, : Howie Tsui@Hanart & in the studio: CNY naamyam by Gregory Kwok 21:37

2M ago21:37

21:37

Kung Hei Fat Choy! Welcome to The Works. I’m Ben Tse, and of course joining me and Ben Pelletier this week to wish you a Happy Year of the Dragon is Billy Lee, the host of The Works Chinese language version 藝坊星期天. As you can see, we’re introducing a...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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The Valentines Date ideas? Episode 349 49:52

3M ago49:52

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In this episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the idea of gay dates for Valentines day, before moving onto discussing big Canadian gay news. This includes the new Executive Director at Pride PEI, a referendum on a flag in Alberta and more. Music this week: The High by Backyard Betties (Canadian) Took The Dog For A Long Walk by Mortimer, Be Quiet. (Can…

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Ma Yansong, Group exhibition@3812 Gallery & in the studio: Soyoung Yoon, Woo Jiyeon & Alex Wun 21:37

3M ago21:37

21:37

Joining us later on the show to welcome the Lunar New Year are two acclaimed South Korean musicians, violinist Yoon Soyoung, and cellist Woo Jiyeon. They’ll be here with local pianist Alex Wun to introduce us to their upcoming concert to celebrate the ...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Bisexual Leadership! Episode 348 58:09

3M ago58:09

58:09

In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien interview an academic looking into Bisexual leaders in businesses. They also discuss the news from Toronto of Toronto Pride paying back money to the government and the proposed regulations out of Alberta for trans teens. Music this week: Wasn't Easy by Becky Prokova (Canadian) Someone's Knocking by me:she (C…

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Photographer Chucky Li, Tsuguharu Foujita@Chatham Maison & in the studio: Andy Schaub 21:37

3M ago21:37

21:37

Swiss singer-songwriter Andy Schaub says he’s been fascinated by Asian culture since he was a child and interested in Chinese pop music for at least a decade. That passion led him to travel thousands of miles from his village home near Basel in Switzer...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Int. w/ film director Park Chan-wook, Qipao@HK Film Archive & in the studio: Guzheng player Wan Xing 21:37

3M ago21:37

21:37

Audiences in Hong Kong and around the world are increasingly familiar with, and appreciative of, the works of South Korean film director, Park Chan-wook. He’s not only a director but also a screenwriter, producer, and former film critic. Last November,...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Madonna Late Lawsuit: Episode 347 59:15

3M ago59:15

59:15

In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the lawsuit against Madonna for starting her show late, the guilty plea by the Club Q killer, and a special interview with Reverend Cheri Di Novo about queer folks of faith. Music this week: Weathervane by Clara Cloud (Canadian) Living in Love by Jess Rae (Canadian) Too Much by Waveform Mountain (Canadi…

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Ink artist Chan Kwan-lok, Cristobal Gabarron@Ora Ora & in the studio: Ear Up Festival & rosemances 21:37

3M ago21:37

21:37

The annual Ear Up Music Festival returns this week with a line-up that features 12 groups of young music talents. They are the finalists chosen from a one-year mentorship programme to showcase their music in the two-day festival. But before our chat wi...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Bring Back the Barry Manilow Bathhouse? Episode 346 58:59

3M ago58:59

58:59

In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien dive into queer electro-clash, and discuss the top news of the week. Including Vancouver and Edmonton's bid for the gay games, a controversy at Northern Peace Pride, and Barry Manalow at a Bathhouse. Music: Skin & Leather by The Hidden Cameras (Canadian) KEROSENE by Crystal Castles (Canadian) Boys Wanna Be Her …

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Kongkee "Warring States Cyberpunk”, Lawrence Carroll@Villepin & in the studio: HK Music Lover Chines 21:37

4M ago21:37

21:37

We’re beginning with an imagined world in which the legendary Chinese poet Qu Yuan, the man whose demise we commemorate every year during the Dragon Boat Festival, lives again 2,000 years after his death. How would a poet from the Kingdom of Chu in the...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Canada’s Conversion Therapy Crime: Episode 345 59:28

4M ago59:28

59:28

In this episode we feature a discussion with Jordan Sullivan, the SOGIECE/CP Prevention & Survivor Support Coordinator at CBRC. We discuss where Canada stands two years after criminalizing conversion therapy. We also discuss the Ontario Superior Court case on the term Groomer, and other top news of the week. Music this week: she by magenta (Canadia…

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JCCAC 15th Anniversary prog., Metamorphosis@WKM Gallery & in the studio: HK Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensem 21:37

4M ago21:37

21:37

Hi there, and welcome to the first edition of The Works in 2024. With the beginning of the new year, we’re featuring a couple of art organisations that have anniversaries to celebrate. One of them is the Hong Kong Composers’ Guild. On January 12th, the...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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The Big Gay Quiz of 2023 59:53

4M ago59:53

59:53

In this annual tradition Luke quizzes Sebastien and guests Jess, Heather and Alex on the biggest gay news of the past year. Music: Padum Padum by Kylie Minogue Jericho by Ineko Salt and Vinegar by Lights (Canadian)By CanQueer

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Saawariya | Film Companion Retake | Anupama Chopra & Rahul Desai 20:13

4M ago20:13

20:13

In the run up to Sanjay Leela Bhansali's latest film Gangubai Kathiawadi, Anupama Chopra & Rahul Desai sit down to revisit the Ranbir Kapoor-Sonam Kapoor Ahuja starrer Saawariya, 15 years after its release. They discuss the romance, art director Omung Kumar's unreal sets the timeless music by Monty Sharma, being addressed the 'blue' film, the battl…

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Mr Doodle in Hong Kong, fuchsia@10 Chancery Lane & HKPhil’s Trombone Quintet & Ben Pelletier 21:33

4M ago21:33

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Last week we featured an ongoing community busking programme that the Hong Kong Philharmonic is organising to mark its Golden Jubilee in 2024. Later on today’s show, I’ll be talking to their Chief Executive to find out more about the orchestra’s 50th ...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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The Works Christmas Special 2023 42:07

4M ago42:07

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The Works Christmas Special 2023By Radio Television Hong Kong

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HKPhil "Rhythm of the City", "Bach im Theatre: St. John Passion" & HK Ballet "The Nutcracker" 21:37

4M ago21:37

21:37

Christmas is in the air. And that means, as usual, that it’s time for The Works Christmas Special and we have a few goodies in our Christmas stocking this year. First of, we'll bring you a busking performance, presented by no ordinary buskers but an ...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Quebec announces Millions for GLBT Community: Episode 343 59:20

4M ago59:20

59:20

In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the recent announcement by the province of Quebec to pour millions into supporting the queer community in Quebec, they also discuss the surprising findings in the Year in Review from Por*Hub. Music this week: Beyond The Stars by the The Shoegaze Project (Canadian) I Saw Me by Victrix (Canadian) Sprin…

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Jakkai Siributr's "Everybody Wanna Be Happy", Vik Muniz@Ben Brown & in the studio: harpist Alexander 21:37

5M ago21:37

21:37

Thailand’s culture, history, land, and climate have all contributed to the development of the nation’s textile art and crafts. This legacy is not only the foundation, but also a point of departure, for Jakkai Siributr’s art, which examines the often co...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Pirates, My Little Pony and Queer Entrepreneurs: Episode 342 58:55

5M ago58:55

58:55

In this week's episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news such as 18+ Rating for My Little Pony in Russia, flag hate crimes in Iowa and Luke conducts an interview with the CEO of CGLCC, Canada's 2SLGBTQ Chamber of Commerce about supplier diversity and entrepreneurship. Music This week: OKAY by Tae Fannie (Canadian) Cruise Control by IAMREBE…

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World Aids Day: Episode 341 59:12

5M ago59:12

59:12

In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien discuss the latest news, and are joined by CATIE's Science and Medicine Editor, Sean Hosein to discuss the latest picture of HIV prevention and care in CanadaBy CanQueer

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Paintings from UK's National Gallery@HKPM, Back to School@Sin Sin & in the studio: Ernestina Leung, 21:37

5M ago21:37

21:37

If you’re a regular viewer of the show you may remember that over the years, we’ve sometimes invited marimba and vibraphone players to introduce us to the repertoire of these percussive instruments. This week we’re featuring a marimba player who adds a...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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The Collectible Art Fair@HKAC, Neo Rauch@David Zwirner & in the studio: Yvonne Barrie Quintet 21:37

5M ago21:37

21:37

"The Collectible Art Fair”, which ended on 16th November, took place for the first time at the Hong Kong Arts Centre. It was organised by the arts centre’s education division, the Hong Kong Art School, and its alumni network. The exhibition features mo...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Not Withstanding Trans People. Episode 340 59:33

5M ago59:33

59:33

In this episode of CanQueer Luke interviews Francesco MacAllister-Caruso author of History isn’t repeating itself on LGBTQ rights. That is concerning. They discuss the current political state of trans rights in Canada. Luke and Sebastien also discuss gay bars and the Roman Empire. Music this week: Jane Birkin - Mika C etait Salement Romantique by C…

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MoA x Uffizi, “Titian & the Venetian Renaissance", Peaceful Colour@Sun Museum & in the studio: saxop 21:37

5M ago21:37

21:37

In November 2019, shortly before the Hong Kong Museum of Art re-opened after its four-year renovation, it signed a memorandum with Italy’s Uffizi Gallery that under a five-year plan both establishments would co-operate on exhibitions and other cultural...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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Oh Dear, Red Deer Discipline: Episode 339 59:07

5M ago59:07

59:07

In this weeks episode Luke and Sebastien discuss the decision in Red Deer Alberta to dicipline and remove a trustee from the Catholic District School Board for a inappropriate meme post and other top stories of the week. Music This week: Gemini by Megan Irvine (Canadian) At One Percent by Tiny Horse (Canadian) One That I've Been Looking For by Nick…

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Episode 338 The Myriam Margoles 58:44

5M ago58:44

58:44

In this weeks show Luke and Sebastien bring you some of the biggest stories from the gay world this week. Music this week: Yeah, You (ft. gymmik) by TRNWRCK (Canadian) Golden Days by Jess Rae (Canadian) In The Matters by SIESKI (Canadian)By CanQueer

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Violinist Inmo Yang, Calligraphic texts@HKU Museum & Art Gallery, in the studio: Ron Ng Trio & Soul 21:37

6M ago21:37

21:37

Extemporisation or improvisation has long been part of classical music. Composers such as Bach, Handel, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt were all known for their improvisational skills. Apart from improvisation, many contemporary musicians also win...By Radio Television Hong Kong

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