Best of The Decade: Online, Hair and Albums (Part 1)

Tonight on Diff'rent Strokes, Jade and Dave reminisces on the decade that is the noughties...

HAIR:

When we look back on hairstyles of the 80s, we think big, greasy and tons of hair spray... now what will we say when we look back on the noughties? Dave takes us through this decade's most memorable dos, from the boy band frost tips to the Posh bob...

ONLINE:

If there's one message Jade got this decade - it's "geeks rule"! Hear our Diff'rent Strokes duo talk about when geek became chic and how inventions like the iPod revolutionised the way we consume music. Jade and Dave looks back on the decade that ushered in the digital music era and talk about the rise of citizen journalism.

MUSIC:

Tonight on part one of Diff'rent Strokes' Best of The Decade, Dave shares his Top 10 Albums of The Decade. Tune in to hear Dave wax lyrical about the albums that have been significant to him - even if some of them weren't exactly top of the pops. PS - he is threatening at least one solo Spice Girl album in the countdown! You've been warned.

Tune in next week to hear Jade's albums of the decade and our best TV of the decade segment with special guest, John Richards.

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John Richards, Street Press & Vanessa Amorosi

Tonight on Diff'rent Strokes...

PODCAST:

We rope in John Richards of the Boxcutters (Triple R) and Outland Institute (JOY 94.9) fame to talk about his podcast programs. Our Diff'rent Strokes duo and John discuss the difference between preparing for a radio show and a podcast show, and how people consume the two media.

MAGAZINE:

Jade steers Dave away from glossy magazines to talk about street press. How have Beat and Inpress - two of Melbourne's biggest live music street presses - managed to co-exist in such close competition? And what will happen when more print titles migrate online? We come up with a solution for Dave's "magazine sniffing" addiction...

MUSIC:

Dave reviews the boisterous new Vanessa Amorosi album, Hazardous. Safe to say, our V Mama is an Aussie pop battler fighting against all odds in an Australian media culture ridden with tall poppy syndrome. Tune in to sample four tracks off the album, including her first Australian #1 single, 'This Is Who I Am'.

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Best of 2009: TV, Online & Music!

It's that time of the year again and we're making our lists (and checking it twice)! Tonight Diff'rent Strokes presents their favourite TV shows, websites and music of the year...

TV:

Jade being the avid TV lover talks about her favourite new programs this year, and rediscovering classics. Every thing from Glee to Weeds - and longings to check out RuPaul's Drag Race. For Dave, it's been the year for TV on DVD and discovering series he missed on the tele. Plus, did Dave like the shows Jade recommended him this year? Hmm... 'urge to merge' much?

ONLINE:

Our Diff'rent Strokes pair nut out their websites of the year. Oh yes... it may have been the year of Twitter but what else have Jade and Dave been clicking through to? We'll also talk about the Top 20 most visited websites in the world. Can we say, "just Google it"?

MUSIC:

Hands down, the hardest list to do. Tonight Jade and Dave will reveal their albums and songs of the year (we'll be spinning some of them on air too, of course). In true Diff'rent Strokes schizophonic variety, you can expect everything from Utada to Tegan and Sara...

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Sesame Street, Tumblr and Beyonce!

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

TV:

"Can you tell me how to get... how to get to Sesame Street?" Tonight Dave reminisces on everybody's favourite children's program, Sesame Street. The show has been educating and entertaining kids for over 40 years - and despite the ratings dip and show format changes, it remains a cornerstone of childhood entertainment and pop culture. So question is... who was your favourite Sesame Street character?

ONLINE:

Today it's Twitter but could tomorrow be about Tumblr? Jade gives us a geek down of this somewhat obscure blogging/social networking site whose famous users include Katy Perry and John Legend. Just how many ways can we get connected these days?

MUSIC:

To complement the live music theme we're having on tonight's show, Dave will review Beyonce's brand new live CD/DVD pack: I Am... Yours. The Diff'rent Strokes duo will talk about acoustic and unplugged performances - and whether we can expect the same quality of intimate performance from pop superstars like Beyonce, who are more accustomed to delivering arena-sized spectacles.

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Photobomb, John Safran Podcast and Mumford & Sons!

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:

Photojackers of the world unite! Dave talks about the fine art of ruining other peoples' Kodak moment and the hilarious websites dedicated to it. Click: This Is Photobomb

PODCAST:

Tonight Jade tells us why we should subscribe to John Safran's Sunday Night Safran. It's all about an exploration of politics and religion - so you know, absolute dinner table conversation starters.

MUSIC:

Jade reviews the new Mumford & Sons album Sigh No More. Tune in to sample four tracks off the British folk rockers' debut album, including their breakthrough single 'Little Lion Man'.

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Celebrity Apps, "The Advocate" & Shakira!

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

ONLINE:



Celebrity apps! We're living in an iPhone culture, where it's all about apps and getting entertainment directly from our phone. Dave reports on the celebrities that have jumped on this band wagon and review their apps. Who has the better value app? Britney, Pussycat Dolls or Lady Gaga? From the look of these time wasters, we reckon a Diff'rent Strokes app could easily be more fun.

MAGAZINES:



Jade reviews "The Advocate" magazine - an American gay and lesbian monthly magazine. Tune in to her talk about the magazine's content and style, and whether there's a market for a regular GLBTIQ news magazine in Australia.

MUSIC:

Dave reviews Shakira's latest album She Wolf. Tune to hear him go as far as touting this as one of his albums of the year. As always, there will be an 'album in the blend' - so you can sample four tracks off the record.

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Tony, Unusual USBs & Dashboard Confessional!

This week on Diff'rent Strokes Jade and Dave reunites with fellow SYN alumni, Anthony McCormack. Tune in to hear the real voice behind our famous Diff'rent Strokes intro live and in action with us in the studio.

TV:

Our special guest, former Naughty Rude TV producer Anthony McCormack talks about life in community TV, Channel 31 going digital and a certain TV bigwig knocking on NRTV's door.

ONLINE:

It's technically more technology than 'online' per se. Dave talks about the weird and wonderful USB flash drives! Why settle for a garden variety plain black one when you could have a Bento box or Yoda dangling from the side of your laptop?

MUSIC:

Jade reviews Dashboard Confessional's new album Alter The Ending. As a big fan of old school angsty Dashboard material, how will she take to the new material? Tune in to hear an 'album in the blend' - letting you sample four tracks off the album.

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TV to DVD, Third Coast Festival & Tata Young!

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

TV:

Diff'rent Strokes will discuss the TV to DVD phenomenon this week. How this has changed the way we consume TV and what titles are gathering a cult following. Hear Jade talk about 30 Rock and Weeds - and her experience re-consuming Punky Brewster.

PODCAST:

Jade reviews one of her favourite podcasts: Third Coast Festival by Chicago Public Radio. TCF brings you some of the most compelling and creative audio documentaries and features produced from all over the world.

Click here to subscribe to their podcasts.

MUSIC:

Dave reviews the new album from Thai pop sensation, Tata Young. Tune in to hear his thoughts on her third English album: Ready For Love - featuring a sampler mix of four tracks from the album.

Click here to follow Tata Young on Twitter.

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Glee, Fashion Blogs and Annie!

Tonight on the all new Diff'rent Strokes, we bring you two new segments: 'TV' and 'Online'!

TV:



Jade gets all giddy talking about Glee: the American musical TV phenomenon that is taking the world by storm. Calling all gleeks and television enthusiasts... this is the segment where we bring our unique Diff'rent Strokes perspective on television culture.

ONLINE:



What would we do without the internet? This new segment gives you the Diff'rent Strokes take on online media. Tonight, Dave explores fashion and style blogs.

Here are some of his picks:

Style Nerds (Men's style and fashion)
French Truckers (Men's fashion)
Red Carpet Fashion Award (Celebrity fashion)

Why wear what all the locals are wearing when you could import?

MUSIC:



We're reviewing Norwegian electro pop artist, Annie's amazing new album Don't Stop. Tune in to hear Dave's 'Album In The Blend' - which is a combination of review and a quick megamix of four tracks off the CD.

Read his review here.

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The All New Diff'rent Strokes

The wait is ova, Rihanna style.



Diff'rent Strokes pilots their all new format tonight: prepare for a camp and geek collision of all things media!

"A change is as good as a holiday! It was time for us to refine the focus of the show," says Jade who has been co-hosting the show with Dave for over two and a half years now.

"A media focused show makes sense because both Jade and I both work in the media. It's our opportunity to marry our interests in magazine publishing, podcasting and music and give you guys our signature Diff'rent Strokes take on those topics," Dave explains.

Our new episodes will feature all new segments on :
- Music
- Podcasts
- Magazines
- Online/Blogs
- TV
- and more...

"We're excited about new opportunities for interviews and more in-depth discussions about what we're passionate about. I mean, it could only mean more pop music rants from David Lim!" says Jade.

In our pilot episode tonight...

MAGAZINE:



Dave talks about the interesting hybrid magazine/album booklet package found in Mariah Carey's new album, Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel. This luxurious 34-page mini Elle magazine dedicated to all things Mimi is the first of its kind... could it signal a new lucrative partnership between the magazine publishers and record companies?

MUSIC:



Jade reviews the new Tegan & Sara album, Sainthood and reflects on famous sibling bands. Hanson, anyone?

PODCAST:



Jade presents an introduction to one of her favourite podcasts - Planet Money. Even if you're not an economics guru, you'll fall in love with their witty anecdotes and pop culture references. Check out Planet Money's podcasts here.

Tune in to an all new Diff'rent Strokes tonight!
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Forget What You've Heard

Speculation has been rife all week about the possible changes to Diff'rent Strokes radio. With less than four hours until show time - and still no official word from the show's representatives... Jade and Dave take a moment now to separate fact from fiction.

1. Jade has done a Cheryl Cole, taking a break from the group project to focus on her own solo career. The Podcraft becomes a runaway success this week with 239,000 downloads and new subscribers - much like Cole's debut single, 'Fight For This Love'. [FICTION]

2. Dave is putting together new segment intros for an all new Diff'rent Strokes. [FACT]

3. They've had a significant line up change overnight, and both Jade and Dave were replaced with younger, hotter presenters: Nat and @bui. Much like the Sugababes' rotating roster, all auditions and recruitment were top secret missions done by management without them knowing. [FICTION]

4. There will be more of Dave's pop music references on the show [FACT].

Tune in tonight to hear Jade and Dave pilot an all new format of Diff'rent Strokes...

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A Change Is Coming...

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All shall be revealed soon.

Shoe Swap: From Dag to Drag

Jade and Dave is playing dress up tonight - and we've taken it to the extreme from 'dag to drag'.


The center-part is oh-so Leonardo DiCaprio circa 'Titanic'

Style queen Dave pulls them pants up high and channels his daggiest style. He talks about being 'fashionably unaware'as a dag and distinguishes it from geek-fashion.


Britney, is that you?

Meanwhile, Ms Jade gets a taste of drag queen culture. She's donned a long, blonde wig and put on make up for the first time in her life... and lives to tell. The socially awkward self-confessed geek experiences glams up tonight as she picks her drag number. Disco classics, anyone?


Join in on the shit and giggles tonight!

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Shoe Swap: Ambitions & Internships

Our Diff'rent Strokes duo is one ambitious pair! Tonight Dave and Jade chat about a career outside (or behind) radio and their journey to the top.


(Don't be like Ryan the Intern at The Office)

Dave wants a career in magazine editing and pop music while Jade has ambitions in radio and online media. Tune in tonight to hear them share their internship and volunteer experience and offer tips for anyone keen to get started in the industry.

They'll be talking about the benefits of volunteering and how to get the most out of your internship... and of course, asking for references.

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Shoe Swap: Dealing With In-Laws

It's time for Jade and Dave to meet the parents! Both Diff'rent Strokes presenters talk about their experiences meeting their partner's parents.



Everything from awkward conversation starters to the freaking out about first impressions - we'll figure out how to keep it cool and collected in front of the in-laws.

Also on the show tonight: Dave speaks to UK British pop sensation, Little Boots about her obsession with Tetris and who's her favourite Spice Girl.

Click here to read the full interview transcript.

Download the interview podcast here.

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Shoe Swap: Surviving High School Reunions

Our Diff'rent Strokes duo is getting a crash course in surviving a high school reunion. Has Jade finally found a social gathering too daunting even for our social butterfly Dave?




Tune in to hear Jade and Dave talk about their high school years of backyard parties and 'pretending to be straight'.

Tonight's Shoe Swap will tell you all you need to know about surviving your high school reunion (with your dignity in tact), being proud of who you are and looking fierce.

It'll be a night to remember...

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Shoe Swap: Making Friends

Our Diff'rent Strokes duo gets social tonight! We'll talk about the art of making friends, meeting people and minimising social awkwardness.


(Who initiated the catch up first? Katie or Posh?)

Jade will learn to make small talk while Dave works out when's the best time to initiate a catch up with someone you just met.

It's the answer to the questions about friendship you never thought to ask out loud.

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Shoe Swap: Create An Alter Ego!

In the spirit of Beyonce and her Sasha Fierce character - Diff'rent Strokes will be creating our very own alter egos on the show tonight!


(Will Jade find her inner Sasha Fierce?)

Tune in to hear the self-proclaimed socially awkward Jade express her foxier side while our resident queen Dave reveals a softer shade of his personality.

We'll talk about alter egos: how and when to unleash it, famous stage names and you can even SMS in your suggestions for Jade's alter ego name.

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SHOE SWAP: Party Time!

Jade and Dave are getting ready to party tonight!

Tune in to hear our Diff'rent Strokes duo Shoe Swap their perfect party events.



Jade prepares for a night out in town! She'll be taking on Dave's favourite kind of social night: arranging dinner, pre-drinks at a bar followed by a migration to a club or two. Is she ready to let her hair down and party?


(A Diff'rent Strokes house party won't end like this)

Meanwhile, Dave takes all the excitement home and arranges one of Jade's famous house parties. He'll be handling everything: catering, invitations, cleaning and moving furnitures. Will he find room for a mini-dance floor in the living room?

Get ready for the night to end all nights!

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Shoe Swap: Battle of Britpop

Diff'rent Strokes duo, Jade and Dave go head to head tonight in a battle of Britpop and British pop! What's the difference, you say? Well, put it this way... the genres are not interchangeable when describing Blur and Spice Girls!


A few weeks back Dave said to Jade, "I love my Britpop!"

Being of the indie alternative persuasion Jade was expecting glowing tales of Dave's exploration of 1990s British 'lad' types like Blur, Oasis, Pulp et al. But then he continued, to talk about Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Girls Aloud, Sugababes... (*insert Jade's outrage here*)



Surely it is common knowledge that British pop is not known as 'britpop'!

Well this Shoe Swap couldn't be timelier... coinciding with Oasis' announcement for what must be the hundredth time that they were breaking up, Dave and Jade will be paying tribute to Britpop and British pop on Diff'rent Strokes tonight!

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Shoe Swap: Relationship Advice

Diff'rent Strokes will discuss friendships and relationships tonight! So how exactly does a socially awkward person deal with difficult people? How can we get past one night stands to build meaningful, romantic relationships?



Jade has been in a stable relationship with her partner for many years. Together, they have dealt with long distance separation and all kinds of crazy work schedules... Tonight, the ever flirtatious Dave uncovers her secrets to making relationships work.

Meanwhile, Jade gets some conflict resolution tips from Dave on how to deal with difficult people. Even if it means z-snapping and getting ghetto on their ass!

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Shoe Swap: 'Style Boards'

You better work! Tonight Jade and Dave talk about fashion and where they wanna take themselves stylistically in the future. Together the Diff'rent Strokes duo has come up with 'Style Boards' - showcasing their favourite bits of fashion and hairstyle.

Jade examines Dave's board to find meggings (men's leggings), designer sneakers and La Roux hair! Meanwhile, Dave indulges in Jade's penchant for quirky, geeky tops and comfortable hoodies.

This Shoe Swap will explore how different people identify with fashion and discuss how 'fashion-conscious' we really are.

"Most people have a personal style. Whether you think you're Galliano's long-lost muse or the kind that is unphased with fashion. You've got style. The choices you make from your hairstyles to the clothes you buy are all influenced by the culture and media surrounding you. Together, they help you construct your image," said Dave.

Check out Jade's 'Style Board'

Check out Dave's 'Style Board'

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Shoe Swap: Jade's 'Style Board'

Let's take a peek into Jade's wardrobe and check out her fashion wish list!

The workaholic, Diff'rent Strokes diva describes her style as, "looking like I didn't try but I really thought about it."

TOP:

Plain hoodie

Something that's warm and easy to match with jeans is a priority. Nothing too 'brand heavy'.

T-Shirts With A Geek Factor

I own this one and it's my favourite at the moment. I tend to look out for indie band T-shirts or ones with some nerdy saying or pop culture reference.

BOTTOM:

Straight cut jeans

I prefer dark coloured jeans, usually in a straigh leg cut. A definite 'no' to skinny legged jeans.

DRESSY:

Light knit jumper

This is my pick if I'm going for something a bit nicer (for smart formal dress codes). I like it cause it can be worn with either a T-shirt or button up shirt underneath.

SHOES:

Vans Shoes

Any kind of shoes with a bit of personality. It has to be comfortable and come in a variety of interesting bright colours. When it comes to pattern and style, nothing too over the top - I prefer subtle hints of creativity.

HAIR:

Goku Spikes

People at work always say my hairstyle is like Dragonball Z, which is kind of true. I like razored, short spiky hairstyles with a little unruly look to it.