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At school, Reko had some ‘really awful’ experiences with art teachers. Now he drives a Porsche
Kamilaroi artist Reko Rennie on shifting from his working-class roots, what empowers him – and what outrages him.
- Benjamin Law
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Life, death and the Booker Prize: The author of Flesh answers our tricky questions
Canadian-born, Hungarian-British author David Szalay, on achievements, power shifts – and that memorable first chapter of his Booker Prize-winning novel, Flesh.
- Benjamin Law
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Matt was 12 when he came home to find his mother collapsed in the shower. She died just weeks later
The comedian, actor, musician and author Matt Okine on life priorities, facing tragedy at a young age – and an unexpected political passion project.
- Benjamin Law
Deborah’s mother gave birth to nine children. Six of them were taken
The Yorta Yorta/Yuin founder and artistic director of Short Black Opera on her many identities, connecting with her family’s history – and a whirlwhind romance.
- Benjamin Law
Ron titled a song ‘God loves everyone’. Not everyone was happy
Canadian singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith on being the only kid in his family to attend church – and why one concertgoer worried he was going to Hell.
- Benjamin Law
Isolated in a new country with her dying husband, Lidia didn’t want anyone to know
Brisbane-based professor Lidia Morawska on improving indoor air quality, making STEM subjects more appealing – and a silly question she’s been asked.
- Benjamin Law
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Sandra Bernhard is ‘super liberal’ – but can’t be friends with one group right now
The American comedian, actor, singer, author and radio host on why she can’t be friends right now with someone who doesn’t share her politics.
- Benjamin Law
Keiynan’s triple-threat talent turned his life around. But one ‘very simple’ skill eludes him
The multi-award-winning actor, dancer and singer-songwriter, 34, is best-known for his roles in Dance Academy, Love and Simon and The Flash.
- Benjamin Law
‘I want a hairy forearm’: What this TV host looks for in a partner
The Emmy-winning TV personality, 38, best known for his work on the Netflix series, Queer Eye, is also, simultaneously, an author, podcaster, comedian, hairstylist and founder of JVN Hair.
- Benjamin Law
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‘Women can’t conduct, but she’s different’: The backhanded compliment still haunting Simone Young
The internationally lauded musical interpreter and teacher, 64, is the first woman in the history of the role to be chief conductor of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
- Benjamin Law