Are you afraid of the dark? Some 21 year olds are. We’re crossing into unfamiliar territory, coming of age and questioning the idea of firsts.
The Virginity Complex by Talisse Desiderio
This is a conversation amongst friends about the concept of purity through virginity. It’s a heart-to-heart about cultural preconceptions, shame and female identities.
Supervising Producer: Selena Shannon
Inverloch by Elsie Bath
Each summer holiday, Elsie and her family visit the same coastal town. It felt a bit different, however, on the trip they took when she was 17.
Supervising Producer: Jordan Fennell
Music: ‘Emil and Thea’ by Dave Merson Hess, ‘No More Secrets’ by Dave Merson Hess
Fear the Dark by Paul Waxman
A horror movie or a ghost story might give you a sense of thrill and excitement. But there’s a reason why Paul is (still) afraid of the dark.
Supervising Producers: Erin Dick and Allison Chan
Music: ‘Untitled’ by Henry Mancini from It Came From Outer Space OST, ‘Strains Of Insanity from Chrono Trigger’ by Yasunori Mitsuda (remixed by Paul Waxman), ‘Tomb Of The Ancients from Rayman 2: The Great Escape’ by Eric Chevalier (remixed by Paul Waxman), ‘First Cool Hive’ by Moby from the Scream OST
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All The Best is proudly sponsored by Bank Australia.
Bank Australia believe that who you lend your money to can have a profound impact on society.
Instead of loaning to industries that do harm, like coal, weapons, and gambling, Bank Australia uses their customers’ money in responsible ways.
By practising ‘clean money’, they invest in community renewable energy, plus housing for people with disabilities, and those at risk of homelessness and domestic violence.
Find out more about their Responsible Banking Policy.
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All The Best credits:
Executive Producer: Allison Chan
Victorian State Coordinator: Jordan Fennell
Episode Mixer and Compiler: Elina Godwin
Host: Samantha Groth
Community Coordinator: Chloe Gillespie
SYN Community Coordinator: Erin Dick
Social Media Producer: Matilda Fay
Image: Unsplash CC: Nicole Harrington
We still don’t get time off for Valentines Day. But that doesn’t get in the way of us facing our fears or forking out, for a connection.
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Swipe Right, Think Twice by Hongnan Guo
Can dating apps help with social anxiety and the search for true love?
Special thanks to Gretchen Miller and Tina Matolov for production guidance and feedback. Additional production support by Allison Chan.
Music: ‘Am-trans’ by Podington Bear, ‘Classic Rose’ by Vibe Mountain, ‘Start as you mean to go on’ by Daniel Birch, ‘Creeper’ by Daniel Birch, ‘Elephants on Parade’ by Podington Bear, ‘The Longshoreman’ by Blue Dot Sessions, ‘Temple’ by Daniel Birch.
The Professional Cuddler by Allison Worrall
When greeting old friends or saying goodbye to someone special, many of us will offer a big hug. But not everyone out there is getting snuggled and squeezed. This cuddle shortage has given rise to a niche new industry.
Supervising Producer: Jordan Fennell
Music: ‘The Endless Road’ by Tommy Guerrero, ‘Viridian (Interlude)’ by Bethel Music, ‘Talking Breeze’ by Ketsa
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All The Best is proudly sponsored by Bank Australia.
Bank Australia believe that who you lend your money to can have a profound impact on society.
Instead of loaning to industries that do harm, like coal, weapons, and gambling, Bank Australia uses their customers’ money in responsible ways.
By practising ‘clean money’, they invest in community renewable energy, plus housing for people with disabilities, and those at risk of homelessness and domestic violence.
Find out more about their Responsible Banking Policy.
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All The Best credits:
Executive Producer: Allison Chan
Victorian State Coordinator: Jordan Fennell
Episode Mixer and Compiler: Will Ryan
Host: Samantha Groth
Community Coordinator: Chloe Gillespie
SYN Community Coordinator: Erin Dick
Social Media Producer: Matilda Fay
Image: Unsplash CC: Marco Bianchetti
Marks on our bodies and horses going around the performance ring, have got us on our marks. Get ready to go with us.
The Birthmark Club by Madeline Goldberger
You could have one on your face, your leg or your back.Birthmarks are visible but there’s also more than meets the eye. We delve into what is seen and unseen about these marks on our bodies.
Supervising Producer: Allison Chan
Music: ‘AhDah – Cephelopod‘ by Kevin MacLeod, ‘Folk Round‘ by Kevin MacLeod, ‘Birthmark’ by Akon
The Mullins Family Troupe by Emily Bradfield
Looking back on family history, Emily discovers her love for horses is more than just a hobby. There are, in fact, three generations of entertainers and a stunt show in the bloodline.
Supervising Producer: Nina Enever with Allison Chan
Additional thanks to Caroline Graham and Jack Simmons for production guidance and feedback
Music: ‘Oh Brother 1′ by Anders Brothen, ‘Runaways‘ by Silent Partner, ‘Playful River Rag‘ by Dan Lebowitz, ‘Moving On‘ by Wayne Jones
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All The Best credits:
Executive Producer: Allison Chan
Victorian State Coordinator: Jordan Fennell
Episode Mixer and Compiler: Krantik Banerjee
Host: Samantha Groth
Community Coordinator: Chloe Gillespie
SYN Community Coordinator: Erin Dick
Social Media Producer: Matilda Fay
Image: Unsplash CC: Julia Raasch
Music: ‘Skin’ by Mere Women
We’ve got new dreams, new hopes and a new backpack. Grab your game face and embrace your adolescent fears. There are important lessons to be learnt, both inside and outside the classroom.
The Eyebrow Incident by Alyssa Bermudez
The popular girls, increased body hair and mortal embarrassment — these are the necessary elements for a preteen drama.
Sound Recordist: Michael Brydon
This story was recorded at Read To Me Hobart, which was organised by Joshua Santospirito. Read To Me is a live visual storytelling event and you can check out their Facebook page @readtomereadtome to be in the loop for their upcoming events.
That Time I was in Detention by Danni Stewart
School rules can be hard to follow. So, for some of us, this means we end up in detention.
Music: ‘Another Brick in the Wall, Part 2’ by Pink Floyd, ‘Les sports imaginaries’ by Charlene Darling, ‘Tik Tok’ by Kesha (cover by Avril Lavigne), ‘Smells LIke Teen Spirit’ by Nirvana (cover by Patti Smith), ‘Don’t You Forget About Me’ by Simple Minds
Additional sound design: Pip Leason
Supervising Producer: Allison Chan with Erin Dick
Growing Pains by Sapphire Sheedy
Sandy and Sapphire spent a day beyond the bars of the school gates. It was filled with feasts, adventures through scrubland and a tame horse. But something didn’t smell right.
Music: ‘Noahs Stark’ by krackatoa, ‘The First of the Year’ by CJ Lavoire, ‘Angela Climbs a Boulder at Horn Creek, the Sun Sets, the Bat Flies By’ by Aaron Ximm, ‘Isma Roktar’ by Thiaz Itch, ‘Here She Comes Now’ by Velvet Underground
Supervising Producer: Allison Chan
Secret Superstars by Yichen Wu
Performing for the whole class causes some people stage fright. But not this particular student.
Special thanks to Gretchen Miller and Tina Matolov for their production guidance and feedback.
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All The Best credits:
Executive Producer: Allison Chan
Victorian State Coordinator: Jordan Fennell
Episode Mixer and Compiler: Elina Godwin
Host: Samantha Groth
Community Coordinator: Chloe Gillespie
SYN Community Coordinator: Erin Dick
Social Media Producer: Matilda Fay
Image: Unsplash CC: Daiga Ellaby
Music: ‘High School Hero’ by Wharves
