The Queens Table

On the final episode of the season, we yarn with the Queenmode OG, founder and creative director, Elena Wangurra. Elena shares her story, from touring the world while working in the performing arts to creating a safe space for First Nations women to grow actively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we catch up with our very own sis, Pauline Batista. She is an Afro Brazillian storyteller, Unesco Youth Rep, TEDx Speaker, Ph.D. Student and QM Ambassador, and for the last 15 years, Pauline has been working with community-based filmmaking to bring attention to policymakers on potential avenues to contribute to the empowerment of Africans and Afro-descendant communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the sixth episode, we yarn with the amazing Talei Elu, a Saibai Koedal woman from Seisa. Talei is a photographer, storyteller and community advocate. Founder of Faces of the street, a social media platform showcasing the beauty and diversity of Torress Strait Islanders in Australia, Talei uses digital media to tell our stories in breathtaking ways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we meet and celebrate a beautiful soul, based in London, Sylvia Darkwa-Ohemeng. Sylvia is a trailblazing Stage Manager who is passionate about theatre and those who work so hard backstage. We learn about her journey, finding her passion for Stage Management, what representation means to her, and what led her to start her company Backstage Niche. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we catch up with the founder of Ngumpie Weaving, Teagan Murdock. Tegan is a Barkindtji-Duduroa Dhargal woman, a mum, and a business owner who keeps connected to her culture through weaving. Tegan speaks to us about the amazing women in her life, why weaving is special to her, and what she hopes for her children in the future. Passionate about the work she does, Teagan's story gives great insight into the real life of women in business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we yarn with Lisa Fa'Alafi, a performer, director, and founder of Polytoxic and Hot Brown Honey. Lisa shares stories from her childhood, her love for dance, and the impact her storytelling has had on women. A beautiful, articulate and calming soul, Lisa's story inspires us all to embrace who we are and break down all the barriers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Medika Thorpe is a proud Gunnai, Gunditjmara and Gooreng Gooreng woman. Deeks has an amazing story influenced by her strong family connections. From dancing with Bangarra as a 9-year-old to co-founding the Winda Film Festival, Deek's creative journey has taken her across the globe. A trailblazer, hard worker, and passionate First Peoples woman, Deeks' story is truly inspiring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Regina Jones aka Ginny, is a proud Gomaroi woman from Brisbane, Australia currently living in Georgia, USA. She is an artist, story teller and an advocate for First Nations people, our rights and preserving our culture. Ginny is also the owner and founder of Ginny’s Girl Gang - a wearable art label "with a voice" who are all about culture, positivity, respect and love. Be inspired by her story, business and journey as we yarn culture, fashion and wearable art! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.