Life In Oz

Did you know that Faculty of Arts students Chelsea and Ria are also aspiring stars on YouTube and Instagram, and their unique styles are attracting increasing number of fans?! In this Episode, they shared with Xia their behind the scene stories. To check out their channel, go to Frenchy By Chelsea Elizabeth and Siti MahdariaIn the meantime, Life in Oz is going on video and planning its first ever Campus Reality Show. To sign up for audition, go to CastingCall.

Ever wonder how your peers spend their time? Studying? Working? TV? Food? What else? In this episode, Master of Global Media and Communication student Jennis went on a campus interview to find out the answers. At Life in Oz, we are constantly seeking talents for show host and guest speakers. If that sounds like you, write us an email arts-podcast@unimelb.edu.au Episode host: JennisProducer: Xia and Jennis Guest speaker: Angel ElaineKrisLisaNancyVickyStellaPatricia

Alain is currently studying his final semester at the Faculty of Arts. In this episode, he shares stories of what it's like growing up as a 2nd generation Vietnamese Australian: family, expectations, struggles and aspirations.To check out Alain’s photography, follow him on Instagram!Episode producer: Xia Cui Guest Speaker: Alain Nguyen

After a short winter break, Life in Oz Podcast is now back with more stories and thought provoking discussion. If you want to find out more and stay updated, subscribe to the Podcast or follow us on social Media!iTuneSpotifyStitcherGoogle PodcastInstagram Facebook PageEpisode producer: XiaGuest speaker: Alain, Pasha, Ria, Anisha, Jennis, Andy, Chelsea, Lisa

Now the Semester is about to end! Did you have a good one? Want to hear what other students think, the good, and the not so good moments? And what are we all doing for the winter holiday? In this season 1 final episode, we went on campus to find out the answers!Season 2 of LifeinOz will return 26th of July. Before then, you can check out all our previous episodes here, subscribe to keep updated via iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, and check out our instagram and Facebook page:)

If you are to tell a story about distance, what would you say? Would that be the distance from where you feel home? or from where love decides to stay, or the distance that persists within? In this special episode, Master of Executive Arts student, Alejandro, who's also a brilliant writer in both Spanish and English, joins Pilar from A Voz Limpia, to talk about Foliaje, an upcoming bilingual anthology that they co-edited with Eyal Chipiewicz, a collection of beautiful poems and short stories all interpreting distance in their unique ways. If you enjoy the episode, why not join us to their book launch on 14th of June at Arts Centre Melbourne?!Get your free tickets to Foliaje Book Launch at Arts Centre A Voz Limpia Revarena EdicionesHola MelbourneProducer and host: XiaGuest speakers: Pilar, Alejandro

SWOT Vac alert: the craziest time of the semester! How are you coping? If you want some tips and advice, or simply where to get the SWOT Vac free food, listen to what Wing, Ruby, and Jess have to say in this special episode:) Host: XiaGuest speakers: Wing, Ruby, Jess Guest speakers' favourite spots: House of Cards King and Godfree Espresso BarHeartattack and Vine Le Miel et La Lune

From Holi, Diwali, Day of the Dead, Qingming, to the Mid-Autumn, and the Spring Festival, different cultures and nations celebrate different traditions, and yet we are all so similar in ways that we value family time, food, symbols.. In this episode, Faculty of Arts students Anisha, Alejandro, and Alain chat to Xia about the cultural traditions they celebrate, and share their go-to places for authentic Indian, Mexican and Vietnamese eats.Festivals mentioned in this episodesHoli Diwali Day of the Dead Qingming Mid-Autumn Festival The Spring FestivalGuest speakers' favourite restaurants:Desi Dhaba Lox Hermanos Mexican Taqueria Hanoi Hannah Supa Hills Rice Kitchen Uncle Collins Street Colorful YunnanHost and production: Xia CuiGuest Speakers: Anisha Bhardwaj, Alejandro Del Castillo, Alain Nguyen

Ramadan starts in May this year. Quite likely we all have peers or friends of Muslim backgrounds. How much do you know about their traditions and practices? In this episode, international students Ria and Tartil chatted to Chelsea and Xia about their Ramadan experiences. At the end of the show, they also shared their favourite Indonesian restaurants in Melbourne:) Host: Xia and ChelseaGuest speakers: Ria and Tartil Guest speakers' recommended Indonesian eats: Makan Ayam Penyet Ria

Tutorials, the bread and butter to our campus life. What do you think of yours? Are they engaging and thought provoking? fun? or long and boring? Ever wonder how tutors feel about them? In this episode, veteran tutor Olivia chatted to Arts Faculty students Linda and Jennis and found out how they manage their study in tutorials! Our guest speakers also shared an aspect of them not known by others at the end of the show!Host: Xia Guest speakers: Olivia, Linda, & Jennis Places mentioned in the episode: The Melbourne Conservatorium of MusicPassion Dance Studio Muji

What's it like juggling between study and part time work/volunteering? How to find a part time job? What about being a volunteer? Does it affect your grades? What do you gain? Are you doing it for money, or for experience? Listen to Philip, Wendy, and Linda discussing their experiences with Xia in this episode. Organisations and places mentioned in the episode: Study in Melbourne volunteer supportRoyal Botanic GardenVolunteer with State Library Victoria Daiso

There are over 200 clubs and societies on campus! Ever wonder what it's like being a member of those? What fun you get to have? What people you will meet? What freebies? Listen to Chelsea, Sherwood, and Jennis to find out!Places the guest speakers like to hang:Carlton GardensSouth Melbourne Market Marché Board Game CaféHost: XiaGuest speakers: Chelsea, Sherwood, JennisAudio editing: Chelsea & Xia

Annie, Tina, and Jess founded the Women in Commerce and Politics Club in 2017 to help increase the representation of females in these fields. Listen to their fascinating and inspiring stories in this interview with them by Wing.Host: XiaAudio editing: WingGuest speakers: Wing, Annie, Tina, JasPlaces where our guest speakers like to hang out:Library at the DockCafé FlovieThe Paperback BookshopRowden White Library

Ever had a feedback to an assessment task that made you want to quit? or one that you would love to frame up to read again and again? In this episode, Erin and Liang chatted to Megan and Xia about their experience in receiving feedback, the horrible, the crushing, the heart warming, and the inspiring! Oh, do you also know that there is actually a rooftop garden on campus? How cool is that. Listen on to find out the guest speakers' favourite hang out spots:) Host: XiaGuest speaker: Megan, Liang, and Erin. Audio editing: Xia Guest speaker's favourites: Moonlight cinemaCoburg drive inYarraville Sun theatreQueen of Spades Board game caféSuda Korean restaurant

Theory to practice, how? "How can I package what I've learned into my resume?" Employment or entrepreneurship? Networking, and what about poetry? These are among the questions graduate students Chelsea and Alejandro asked Associate Professor Kate McNeil in their chat about postgraduate studies. Listen on to find out more.The guest speakers were also asked where they go to hang out, and here are the links to their recommendation:Lock & Key - BarSensory lab - CaféNova- CinemaIn the photos are: Kate McNeil, Chelsea, Alejandro, XiaHost: XiaAudio Editor: Chelsea & Xia

What's the counselling service like at the University? Is it free? How do I make a booking? When should I go? What else?All these questions will be addressed in this episode with guest speaker Sarah from CAPS (Counselling and Psychological Services) at the University of Melbourne.Notes:2019 CAPS Students workshops and webinar program If you need to talk to someone, call 13 11 14.For emergency, call 000To make an appointment for university counselling services, check:Melbourne Uni Counselling ServicesGuest speakers: Sarah-Ann TayInterviewer: Xia CuiProducer: Xia CuiAudio Editing: Xia Cui & Chris HatzisImage: Shutterstock

How about joining a students club on campus and going out for a bar crawl? In this episode, Xia chatted to Jack and Jamie, two committee members of the "Lets' talk. Conversation" students group at the University of Melbourne and find out about what this group is about. Jack and Jamie also shared their favourite place to hang out. Pretty cool .For more information: Lets' talk conversation group Noodle House by Lao LuangPraBang Queensberry hotel

In January 2019, an article on TheAge (Struggling to understand his classes Zhikai liu took his own life ) reports on the suicide of an international student. Since then, international students wellbeing has been on the media spotlight. Following the discussion on this issue from the previous episode, Julian, Bo, Elliot and Xia chatted about how seeking counselling help is perceived in their respective cultures. Notes:If you need to talk to someone, call 13 11 14.For emergency, call 000To make an appointment for university counselling services, check:Melbourne Uni Counselling ServicesGuest speakers: Julian Rayo, Bo Hu & Elliot Dowling. Interviewer: Xia CuiProducer: Xia CuiAudio Editing: Xia Cui & Chris HatzisImage: Shutterstock

This Extra comes from the discussion making the episode "Everything will be figured out". Flora, Julia and Bo in this extra gave their views in response to the Media comment: students of Asian backgrounds tend to be shy about seeking help when experiencing struggles.Notes: If you need to talk to someone, call 13 11 14For emergency, call 000To make an appointment for University Counselling services, go to https://services.unimelb.edu.au/counsel/individual/making-an-appointmentGuest speakers: Flora Wang, Julia Ducan, & Bo HuInterviewer: Xia CuiProducer: Xia CuiAudio Editing: Xia Cui & Chris HatzisImage: Shutterstock

In January 2019, an article on TheAge (Struggling to understand his classes Zhikai liu took his own life ) reports on the suicide of an international student. Since then, international students wellbeing has been on the media spotlight. In this episode, Flora and Julia from the Arts Faculty, and Bo from Education, talk about their views on wellbeing. Issues brought up include: How to deal with the feeling of disconnection from the University, how they perceive of seeking help when struggling, what to do to feel better.Notes:If you need to talk to someone, call 13 11 14.For emergency, call 000To make an appointment for university counselling services, check:Melbourne Uni Counselling ServicesGuest speakers: Flora Wang, Julia Ducan, & Bo HuInterviewer: Xia CuiProducer: Xia CuiAudio Editing: Xia Cui & Chris HatzisImage: Shutterstock