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In this episode of StudioZer0 Beyond Survival, we take you on a journey across geostrategic terrain and inner landscapes. After a rocky start (technical difficulties, anyone?), we begin at 

00:40 and navigate through:

03:13 — Australia–US Relations: the AUKUS deal and rare earths strategy

07:05 — Deep dive into AUKUS submarine deal and its strategic implications

09:51 — The role of Kevin Rudd & diplomatic strategy

13:07 — Outcomes of recent meetings & Australia’s global position

15:38 — Global security concerns shift into Ukraine

16:58 — Then we veer into something more intimate: personal transformation

18:58 — From horror to hope: transcending trauma

21:00 — Incremental healing & life-choices

23:01 — Discussion begins: AI technology and creative futures

25:58 — AI’s impact on creativity, time and identity

28:53 — Camera follows the ghost (yes, Sam appears)

31:38 — “Who am I?” — a philosophical reflection

33:20 — Learning to pivot in life and art

35:39 — Featured artist: Josephine Turalba (see above)

37:40 — Stephanie’s new house & life changes

39:15 — Year 12 graduation & showing up in person

41:42 — AI, copyright & social-media laws

45:01 — Closing: Laugh, love, breathe

This episode weaves from the global to the personal, from submarine treaties to the quiet courage of showing up. Featuring Josephine Turalba’s work as a beacon of crossing-borders (of identity, of art, of survival) and our ongoing pursuit to move beyond survival toward transformation.

About the Show

Beyond Survival is a hybrid podcast from StudioZer0 Arts Inc. (Perth, Australia) — conversations at the crossroads of art • spirit • culture • activism that move us from surviving to transforming.

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Hosts: Geraldine Pillinger & Kelli Sharp • Superhost: Gizmo 🐾  

Producer: Stephanie Davis • Studio: StudioZer0 Art Inc.  

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ARTWORKS & REVIEWS

Josephine Turalba is a Manila-based interdisciplinary artist whose work spans video, performance, sculpture, sound and photography. Her practice investigates issues of geopolitical violence, migration, trauma, and the spaces in which cultures collide. She incorporates intersecting layers of media to explore how bodies, memory and histories converge and diverge.  

Website / Profiles:

• Official website: https://josephineturalba.art/  

• MIT ACT profile: https://act.mit.edu/about/people/josephine-turalba/  

• The Artling profile: https://www.theartling.com/en/artist/josephine-turalba/  

RECIPES

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In this week’s episode, Geraldine, Kelli & Superhost Gizmo dive deep into the allure of rabbit holes, and how we can choose compassion, grounding & balance instead of destruction.

We talk psyche vs. mindset, the cost on relationships, and how synchronicity + ancient wisdom remind us of collective consciousness.

Along the way: lemon pound cake & champagne crème brûlée 🍰 (recipes below!), Dolores Cannon & Brian Weiss 📚, and reflections on AUKUS, WA mining, global fires & water.

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Hosts: Geraldine Pillinger & Kelli Sharp • Superhost: Gizmo 🐾

Producer: Stephanie Davis • Studio: StudioZer0 Art Inc.

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Join Geraldine, Kelli, and Gizmo together with Producer Stephanie Davis as they explore what comes after survival. In this episode, we discuss the question "Why me, why not me?", reflect on current events, global environmental concerns, and the importance of moving beyond survival mode. We also celebrate NAIDOC Week, share stories of resilience, and enjoy a classic tea and cake break. StudioZer0 is a nonprofit supporting Australian artists and fostering international connections. Like, subscribe, and help us support creativity and community!

Timestamps / Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

02:17 Technical Issues and Updates

04:36 Current Events Discussion

09:12 Global Environmental Concerns

22:26 Why Me, Why Not Me?

39:12 NAIDOC Week and Indigenous Discussion

48:41 Moving Beyond Survival

57:31 Tea and Cake Break

1:04:22 StudioZer0 Mission and Closing

READINGS

The Fluid Self Why "Interbeing" is the Truth - By RICHARD DAVID HAMES AUG 06, 2025 https://open.substack.com/pub/richarddavidhames/p/the-fluid-self?r=4p9e1h&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false

RECIPES StudioZer0 Beyond Survival Ep4 - Recipe Traditional Victorian Sponge Cake https://open.substack.com/pub/artsmartstudiozer0/p/studiozer0-beyond-survival-ep4-recipes?r=4p9e1h&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

What Is NAIDOC Week? https://www.yarn.com.au/pages/what-is-naidoc-week?srsltid=AfmBOoqFdoxGt9cBcrdmewHGu8bqzWHQB2gp0-_N3p0nB8Hcr6HLVs6S

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Welcome to Episode 3 (Part A) of "Beyond Survival" – "Who Am I?" Join hosts Geraldine Pillinger, KellI Sharp, and their superhost Gizmo together with Producer Stephanie Davis @SomeDay Pictures dive deep into the timeless question of identity. In this episode, the team explores the origins of the "Who Am I?" inquiry, from early childhood reflections to Eastern and Western philosophies, and how these questions shape our personal and collective journeys. Discover how global events, politics, and spirituality intersect, and why the pandemic has sparked a worldwide awakening. The conversation covers everything from the role of mothers in society, the impact of education and changing paradigms, to the importance of community, collaboration, and finding joy in everyday life. With personal stories, laughter, and a touch of Australian flavor (including tea time and tales of the outback), this episode is a heartfelt exploration of what it means to move beyond mere survival and truly ask: Who am I?

Timestamps/Chapters: 0:00 – Welcome and Introduction

0:52 – Today's Topic: Who Am I?

2:20 – Origins of "Who Am I?"

3:04 – Early Questions of Identity

3:56 – Eastern Wisdom vs Western Mind

5:35 – The Role of Mothers in Society

5:54 – Politics and Spiritual Growth

7:21 – The Holmes Report on Planetary Wellbeing

9:22 – Global Governance and Change

10:34 – Australian Foreign Relations

12:36 – Australia's Geopolitical Position

13:36 – Tea Time and Pets

15:31 – Back to Discussion

15:35 – Economic Models and Circular Systems

18:50 – Community and Collaboration

22:02 – Taking a Breath – Finding Joy in Simple Things

24:53 – Breathing & Meditation

27:44 – Taking a Break 28:41 – Global Awakening

31:25 – Changing Educational Paradigms

34:17 – Personal Awakening Stories

37:15 – Early Spiritual Questioning

40:15 – Spiritual Awakening

41:43 – Church and Community

43:33 – Australian Life

46:36 – Early Life and Family Influences

48:31 – Early Career Aspirations

49:53 – Health Struggles and Family Dynamics

53:17 – Spiritual Awakening and Shutdown

54:43 – Finding Joy in Normal Teenage Life

55:41 – First Adventures Beyond Home

56:45 – Adventures in the Australian Outback

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READINGS The Hames Report - Limited Edition - A Manufactured Menace Pulling Back the Veil on Iran & Western Mischief BY Richard David Hames https://open.substack.com/pub/richarddavidhames/p/a-manufactured-menace?r=4p9e1h&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false

RECIPES https://open.substack.com/pub/artsmartstudiozer0/p/studiozer0-beyond-survival-ep3-part?r=4p9e1h&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false

Someday Pictures by Stephanie Davis https://www.instagram.com/somedae_picturesutm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== they

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