Trends & Tings

By Trends & Tings

An Aussie podcast for real chats on what's buzzing in news, society, music and culture. Think all those news-worthy conversations you have at Saturday drinks, and join Sydney lads Gordon (@gdm_ello) a... more

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August 21, 2022Andrew Tate, Hasbulla & The Rise Of Social Media Celebs
On this week's show, with Scott over in Europe, Gords is joined by special guest host and Co-Founder of Whatslively, Trishanth Chandrahasan!
With people like Andrew Tate, Hasbulla, Charlie D'Amelio and others all rising to fame on the back of social media, we chat about how they often hold more influence than more 'traditional' celebs.
Also, with Beyone and Drake both releasing dance-inspired albums - is pop-dance here to stay?! We chat about the next wave of modern music + our thoughts on the album.
Show Notes
The internet can’t stop talking about Andrew Tate
https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/viral/internet-cant-stop-talking-andrew-tate-tiktok-rcna42744

Could Beyonce & Drake’s Albums Help Bring Pop Music Back to the Dance Floor?
https://www.billboard.com/media/podcasts/beyonce-drake-dance-albums-pop-shop-podcast-1235118208/

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August 07, 2022We Chat To An ICU Nurse About Managing COVID Post Lockdown
Despite lower media coverage, COVID cases and deaths are at record highs, so how does that change things for hospitals?
We are joined by ICU Ward nurse Maddie, a year after we spoke to her during lockdown, to chat about how things have changed, if COVID wards are still operational, and the future of transmissible diseases.
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28min
July 31, 2022Inflation Just Entered The Chat, RIP Rent & Grocery Prices
With inflation at our doorstep, we chat about higher prices - including the ridiculous rent increase Gords just experienced.
Also, Splendour In The Grass didn’t have the triumphant return we hoped for, so we chat if it should have gone ahead, who’s to blame and what’s next for music festivals

Show Notes
Cost of living 2022: see how inflation has changed prices in Australia in the June quarter – interactive
https://www.theguardian.com/news/datablog/ng-interactive/2022/jul/27/cost-of-living-australia-price-changes-inflation-2022-sydney-melbourne-brisbane-interactive-data-explorer-june-quarter

Splendour in the Grass 2022: bus chaos, noxious mud and public urination at an ‘unbelievably awful’ time
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/jul/25/splendour-in-the-grass-2022-bus-chaos-noxious-mud-and-public-urination-at-an-unbelievably-awful-time

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38min
July 17, 2022Wearing Masks Might Prevent Doing Lockdown All Over Again
With BA.4 and BA.5 COVID variants rising in transmission, we chat about if mandates are needed - and why wearing masks might make a huge difference in the long run.
Also! Splendour In The Grass is back, but with new restrictions which means under-18 ticket holders need a guardian with them at all times. Fair or yet another attack on music festivals?

Show Notes
‘Not just another wave’: Australia’s Covid hospitalisations reach record levels in several states
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/jul/16/not-just-another-wave-australias-covid-hospitalisations-reach-record-levels-in-several-states

Splendour in the Grass: claim organisers didn’t know about under-18s rule contradicted by NSW authorities
https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/jul/15/splendour-in-the-grass-claim-organisers-didnt-know-about-under-18s-rule-contradicted-by-nsw-authorities

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37min
July 10, 2022Dry July, 0% Booze; Is Our Relationship With Alcohol Changing?
With Dry July rolling around again, we chat about Australia’s relationship with alcohol, our own habits and if a less-alcohol based lifestyle is the future.
Plus, Australian Idol is coming back - but did anyone ask for it?? We chat their new age limit rule, and if music reality shows have any relevance any more.
Show Notes
Dry July points way as more Australians cut back on booze https://www.theage.com.au/national/dry-july-points-way-as-more-australians-cut-back-on-booze-20220704-p5ayz9.html

Hey, ‘Australian Idol’ – it’s a different world than when you left. It’s time to get with the program https://themusicnetwork.com/australian-idol-ageism/?fbclid=IwAR1-dji8MluuOz3Cb3fMAL9wHv6r3-2rfZATyY37uJqDBDTGeol_1vlDOPM
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39min
July 04, 2022New Protest Laws Could Mean Jail Time; Fair Or Not?
We chat about new NSW laws that could mean protestors face jail time a big, big fines for participating in protests that ‘disrupt economic activity’.
Plus South By South West is coming to Australia! We discuss just how huge this is, why everyone should be excited by it and if Sydney deserves to host the event
Show Notes
Climate Protesters in Australia Face Harsh New Penalties https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/01/world/australia/climate-protest-laws.html

SXSW is one of the biggest cultural events in the world. And now Sydney is getting in on the action https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-06-30/sxsw-south-by-southwest-festival-coming-to-sydney/101197768
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34min
June 26, 2022Why Aren't More Dudes Talking About Abortion Laws?
Where else to start but with the Roe vs Wade abortion debate - initial reaction, how it’ll impact other sex-based laws and why aren’t more guys talking about it?
Also, we chat through the PRGuy unveiling on Twitter - is anonymous commentary important for society to provide safety or should everyone be accountable?
Show Notes
Here’s Where All The Roe V Wade Solidarity Protests Are Happening In Australia This Week https://www.pedestrian.tv/news/roe-v-wade-australia-protest/

The end of Roe v. Wade, explained https://www.vox.com/2022/6/24/23181720/supreme-court-dobbs-jackson-womens-health-samuel-alito-roe-wade-abortion-marriage-contraception

PRGuy unmasks himself in video with Friendlyjordies after legal threat by Avi Yemini https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/jun/24/prguy17-unmasks-himself-in-video-with-friendlyjordies-after-legal-threat-by-avi-yemini
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46min
June 19, 2022Why Lizzo Is The New Nearly-Cancelled Benchmark
We start with a look at Rebel Wilson’s forced relationship outing in the Sydney Morning Herald + and whether it’s time to call it quits on gossip journalism

Also, we look at Lizzo’s A+ response and action to public backlash after her recent song was called out for offensive lyrics
Show Notes
Evicted! A Modern Romance (+ Sydney Film Fest tickets) https://www.sff.org.au/program/browse/evicted-a-modern-romance

This Australian disability advocate pushed for Lizzo to remove a slur from her lyrics. It worked
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/the-feed/article/this-australian-disability-advocate-pushed-for-lizzo-to-remove-a-slur-from-her-lyrics-it-worked/w0g8a11jf

The Rebel Wilson uproar shows that gossip columns belong in a bygone era
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2022/jun/18/the-rebel-wilson-uproar-shows-that-gossip-columns-belong-in-a-bygone-era

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June 13, 2022Hitting 30: Figuring out self-worth, values and avoiding burnout (ft. Amanda Louisa)
Trends and Tings is officially 30!... Well at least Scott and Gordon are. Although no Gordon on this week's episode, Scott is joined by Amanda Louisa who is a sustainability specialist, feminine leadership coach and recovering lawyer.

The episode will touch on how to find your self-worth and the values that influence that. It also touches on the importance of rest and reassessing 'hustle' culture to avoid burning out.

Connect with Amanda Louisa
Website: http://www.amandalouisa.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamandalouisa/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-louisa/
Read her latest article "3 Ways to Help Someone Who’s Recovering from Trauma": https://tinybuddha.com/blog/3-ways-to-help-someone-whos-recovering-from-trauma/

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24min
June 05, 2022Unpacking The Heard Vs. Depp Verdict
The Heard vs. Depp trial has finally ended, with a jury ruling in favour of Johnny Depp. We chat about the verdict coverage, the reactions and if this was a clear cut case in the end.
A leaked memo has Elon Musk in the headlines again, requiring all Tesla employees to return to the office for a minimum of 40hrs a week. Are we all due to return to our offices, or are other businesses showing us that a hybrid method can work?

Show Notes
What did Depp v Heard teach us? That justice and reality TV are incompatible. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2022/jun/05/what-did-depp-v-heard-teach-us-justice-and-reality-tv-incompatible
Elon Musk’s return-to-office threat to Tesla staff sparks Twitter spat with Australian billionaire. https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/jun/03/elon-musks-return-to-office-threat-to-tesla-staff-sparks-twitter-spat-with-australian-billionaire

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34min

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