Wynter Gordon Interview, Instagram and 5mag

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MUSIC:

Dave reunites with one of his most beloved upcoming singer/songwriters Wynter Gordon as she returns to Australia to launch the all important debut album: With The Music I Die.

They pair first hit it off in December when Wynter came to Australia for the first time (and into JOY studios) to promote her single 'Dirty Talk'. Since then, the song has gone #1 here with almost four times platinum sales - a success Jade will eternally attribute as the "Diff'rent Strokes bump".

Tonight, you'll hear our interview with Wynter where she discusses With The Music I Die and her definition of dance music, and opens up to Dave about how heartbreak inspired her writing.

Read Dave's review of Wynter Gordon's album on SameSame.

ONLINE:

Jade checks out Instagram - the photo sharing app that comes armed with all the hipster-friendly effects that Dave wants. It basically takes the vintage concept of "instant Polaroids" snaps to a digital era where you can snap, upload and share your pictures via your iPhone.

MAGAZINES:

Could this be the future of magazines? It's the perfect marriage of Jade's love for all things digital and Dave's deep appreciation for that glossy magazine style. 5mag is "the world's first digital lifestyle magazine" bursting with interactivity, video messages and interviews and yes, it even flicks like a real magazine.

Read the latest issue of 5mag.

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Jess McAvoy Interview, Passive Aggression at Work and Paper.li

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Jade chats with Melbourne indie artist Jess McAvoy about her imminent move to America and artistic reinvention, and why she wants to have a debate with Dave about Lady Gaga. Jess even did an exclusive acoustic performance for Diff'rent Strokes, so tune in to experience it. In the meantime, take a look at her stunning video for 'The Sailor':

CULTURE:

Jade and Dave vent on the kind of passive aggression they come across at work and this hilarious blog dedicated to bullshit of that nature. Are you a victim of a workplace with confronting notes plastered all over the communal break room or kitchen? This one's for you.

ONLINE:

Dave checks out Paper.li - a website that allows you to create your own online newspaper built from your own Twitter and Facebook feeds. Who said print is dead? It lives on in the digital world.

Here's an example of well-functioning Paper.li publication: Justin Barbour Daily. We are having all kinds of drama getting the inaugural printing of Diff'rent Strokes Times out on Paper.li so we'll have to update you on it when it's ready for viewing.

Check out Jade's own Jade Gulliver Daily.

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Wynter Gordon Interview, Melbourne Graffiti Art and Big Gay News

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MUSIC:

Dave catches up with Australia's new fave debutantess of dance: Wynter Gordon! So much has happened since the last time they spoke in December - Wynter's smash 'Dirty Talk' has gone #1 (certified triple platinum sales), she's currently got five songs on our iTunes dance charts, and she's rocking festivals around the world.

Tonight you'll hear Wynter chat about the new single 'Til Death', the story behind her gay pride anthem 'Putting It Out There', and her love for Aussie men.

The full interview transcript will be posted on Dave's blog - Feed Limmy - after 10pm tonight.

CULTURE:

Behind every urbanised block in the world, there lies a little graffiti culture. Tonight, we're checking out Melbourne's graffiti art scene - where it's best found and how it adds to our city's look and identity.

ONLINE:

Jade checks out Big Gay News, a hugely popular daily podcast of LGBTI news, and talks about the impact gay focussed media has on our culture and community.

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Kimbra Interview, Nyan Cat and Kevin Keller

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Dave catches up with Kiwi indie soul sensation Kimbra to chat about her new single 'Cameo Lover', the gorgeous new video, and learn more about her forthcoming album Vows. Take a listen to 'Cameo Lover' here:

Cameo Lover by Kimbra

ONLINE:

Didn't we tell you we're dedicated to finding you guys more amazing internet time-wasters? Behold Nyan.cat - there are no words to describe this other than nyanyanyanyanyanyanyan...

CULTURE:

Last year, the iconic Archie Comics series introduced their first openly gay character Kevin Keller and after an overwhelmingly positive response, we now learn that the blond Riverdale will soon be headlining his own comic mini-series. Dave will discuss the cultural impact this will have on Archie's traditionally conservative readership and image, and how the GLBTIQ community has responded to Kevin.

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An Horse Interview, Bossypants and Friends and Benefits

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Jade chats with Kate of An Horse about their sensational new album Walls, how they have grown as a band, and why they're not even sure if they have any Aussie fans left back home.

Take a listen to several new tracks from the Walls LP:

An Horse by anhorse

CULTURE:

Jade and Dave check out Tina Fey's hilarious autobiography Bossypants and explains why it's the ultimate for any worshipper of Liz Lemon and 30 Rock. Witty, intelligent and packed with enough awkward personal anecdotes to keep you cringing/gasping for air - this is everything you've ever wanted from our favourite American comedy queen.

ONLINE:

Dave shows love to a new online mini-series "Friends and Benefits" about a young gay man who turns to online dating after a horrid break up and all the drama that comes with finding love in today's scene. I'm sure we can all relate. Can I get an "amen!" up in here?

Be sure to catch the Melbourne-made series as webisodes unfold here on YouTube.

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Cuba Is Japan Interview, eightbit.me, and Favourite 90s Toys

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MUSIC:

Dave chats with Melbourne indie band Cuba Is Japan about their 7" vinyl single launch, its hand screen printed and knitted package, and why history's a big part of the band's story.

ONLINE:

Jade creates a life on eightbit.me and reminisces on the simpler days of 8-bit gaming graphics. The fun little avatar creation site is currently in beta mode so children, it's invite only. Expect a full-fledged launch to follow soon.

FLASHBACK:

As true children of the 90s, Dave and Jade reminisces on all the must-have toys/gaming shiz back in the day that we used to nag our parents for. Anyone say Trolls, Koosh balls and Nintendo Gameboys? Yes.

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Emily Williams Interview, Chinese Stuff and Angry Birds App

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

The fabulous Emily Williams stops by and chats with us about her summer chic new single 'You're Mine', going solo and lessons learned from her Young Divas days. Download Emily's new single here on iTunes.

CULTURE:

Given that tomorrow is the 15th - and final - day of the Chinese New Year celebrations, Jade and Dave thought they'd check out several essentially Chinese stuff. Think: household items to staple foods, and the must-haves for the festive season.

ONLINE:

Jade checks out Angry Birds - a hugely popular and addictive gameplay app. The game has been downloaded over 50 million times across all platforms and have been described as "one of the great runaway hits of 2010". The best part of this Angry Birds movement is that it's crossing over to other media - think: TV appearances, YouTube parodies etc.

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UStream, Asian Envy Interview and Rat Tails

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ONLINE:

How about getting subpoenaed live in the middle of your online video broadcast? Jade talks about UStream, a video streaming website that allows you to broadcast to an unlimited audience on the interwebs - and how the girl in the center of the Dikileaks drama got served to appear in court when she was online.

Aside from that, our Diff'rent Strokes duo also discuss how UStream is quickly becoming a popular way for celebrities to connect with their fans and the value of "live candid interaction".

MUSIC:

Dave interviews Ross Larkin from an upcoming indie electro duo Asian Envy. There's a good ol' chat about the band's Asian persuasion, their first live show this Saturday and we even test how Asian Ross really is.

If you're a fan of technicolour electro pop with a dose of 80s influence then Asian Envy's Sweet & Vicious album is right up your street. Listen to their latest single:

Asian Envy - The Animals Will Come by asianenvy

CULTURE:

You like this and you know it. Rat tails. Mmph! Tonight Jade and Dave discuss the horrid hair trend and check out the many different varieties. This will inadvertently lead back to discussions of Jade's eternal boyband love - New Kids On The Block - so, you've been warned.

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Diff'rent Strokes Moments of 2010

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... we're inviting you to our little end of year party!

Nothing big. Just a little something we've thrown together to thank you - our friends, listeners and podcast subscribers - for sharing the LOLZ with us this year.

Tonight Jade and Dave will reminisce on their favourite interview moments of 2010.

For those playing catch-up, this year Diff'rent Strokes has had the pleasure of chatting with Dannii Minogue, Heather Hogan (AfterEllen blogger), Rin and Sophy (RophyDoes), Wynter Gordon, Erika Heynatz, Florrie, The Potbelleez, Grant Smillie, Kimbra and Scott Spark.

Diff'rent Strokes 2010 - Best Interview Moments by diffrentstrokes

Shout out to all our guests and especially the ones we continue to share a bond with. You're all special to us.

Jade and Dave will also look back at their favourite show moments of 2010. So many laughter shared in the studio!

Diff'rent Strokes 2010 - Best Banter Moments by diffrentstrokes

Here we playback the highlights, including: Jade's Where Are The Lesbians? quest and the time she was cruising for gay men, Dave's "gurl, please" moments, and that epic duet with Heather Hogan!

It's been a huge year for both Jade and Dave, and the show. We'd like to formally thank everyone at JOY 94.9 and beyond for the support, love and we hope you've enjoyed our company along the way.

Check back next week because Diff'rent Strokes will roll out the Best of 2010 awards! Best songs/albums, TV, websites and apps of 2010. Get ready.

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Wynter Gordon Interview, Christmas Parties and espnW

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Dave catches up with American singer/songwriter Wynter Gordon on her first Aussie tour. The 'Dirty Talk' singer chats about her transition from R&B to dance music, getting love from music bloggers and her gay fans.

Melbourne queens, Wynter will be performing at The Pool Room tomorrow night (9 December) at The Pool Room, Ferntree Gully. Get your trashy arses there.

CULTURE:

It's that time of the year and work Christmas parties are rife, no doubt responsible for disgraceful behaviours and messed up Facebook photos. This week Jade and Dave discusses the pros and cons of letting yourself go at work events.

ONLINE:

Jade checks out ESPN's newly launched female counterpart: espnW. The new brand is said to target women with dedicated coverage of women's sports and female athletes. How do you see it? Much-needed filling of a niche market or simply a convenient exclusion of female sports content to - as one blogger calls it - a "pink ghetto"?

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The Potbelleez Interview, Archie Comics and Damn You Autocorrect

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Dave chats with The Potbelleez's Blue MC and Jonny Sonic about their forthcoming album Destination Now, measuring success and hints of a massive American collaboration.

FLASHBACK:

Dave steps back in time with his favourite childhood read: Archie Comics. Hear him describe his experience growing up in Malaysia and consuming Archie's conservative American values, and the changes the series have made in the last ten years.

ONLINE:

Jade checks out Damn You Auto Correct! - a website dedicated to iPhone fails and Auto correct horreurs. Gurl, we've all been there and sent that.

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Dannii Minogue Interview

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

Dave chats with Dannii Minogue about her glittery career in entertainment, her relationship with the gay community and future music plans.

It has been a massive year for new mum Dannii - nappy changes aside, she is still holding down the X Factor judging panel in the UK and is currently promoting her first tell-all autobiography: My Story.

Tonight Dannii reminisces on her Young Talent Time years and talks about her unexpected return to family TV entertainment almost thirty years later on the X Factor.

She also opens up about her relationship with the gay music scene and the inadvertent statement she made when she insisted on performing at London's G-A-Y back in the day.

Dannii Minogue is still very much the queen of clubs over in the UK with an unmatched record of 12 consecutive #1 club hits but while she remains unsure of her place in the music industry, tonight she talks about her new recordings and tells fans to, "watch this space!"

Dannii's autobiography My Story is in stores Monday.

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Grant Smillie Interview, Morphsuits and Hungry Kids of Hungary

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INTERVIEW:

Dave chats with TV Rock's Grant Smillie about his latest mix tape, the changing dance music scene and new Zoe Badwi and Wynter Gordon projects.

Download Grant's Neon Essential 10 mix tape.

CULTURE:

Jade and Dave tries to get into morphsuits! Not literally. Thank gawd. But our dynamic duo will report on this outrageous trend sweeping sporting venues and party scenes - and of course, ask all the important questions like: "Can you see out of it?", "How do you pee?" and "Where do you put your wallet?"

MUSIC:

Jade reviews Aussie indie pop band Hungry Kids of Hungary's debut album Escapades. The LP features several tracks from their previously purveyed EP such as: 'Set It Right', 'Scattered Diamonds' and 'Let You Down'.

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Kimbra Interview, Interview Magazine and Grunge

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Dave chats with neo-soul/jazz artiste Kimbra about her new single 'Settle Down', shooting the fantastic video and yes, he even tries to convince her to come out gay clubbing.

Kimbra will be touring all month, so check out the dates at her Myspace.

MAGAZINES:

Dave checks out the iconic Interview magazine started by Andy Warhol in the late 60s' and discusses it's style, subjects and elitist air.

FLASHBACK:

Jade's flashing back to the grunge music era tonight to discuss the sound and culture that was so representative of its scene in the mid 80s. Think of the popularity of Nirvana's Nevermind and Pearl Jam's Ten in the 90s - and what's left of the movement today.

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Scott Spark Interview, Mix Tapes and New Twitter

This week on Diff'rent Strokes...

MUSIC:

Dave chats with indie pop artist Scott Spark about his debut LP Fail Like You Mean It, death and why Matthew Mitcham is his gay icon.

Come say 'hi' at Scott's album launch gigs:

Melbourne - Thursday 30 September - Toff In Town

Sydney - Thursday 7 October - The Vanguard

Brisbane - Friday 8 October - The Zoo

Grab a free remix of Scott's 'Fail Like You Mean It'

FLASHBACK:

Jade and Dave unearths mix tapes they made back in ye olde days. Sadly for Dave, ye olde days were as recent as 2003 (Mama Lim was fond of the cassette deck in her car). Join in on our hi-brow discussion of music listening experiences and how that has changed with the arrival of iPods and mp3s.

ONLINE:

Jade gives her thoughts on New Twitter. Hold up, powers that be. Whatever you do, don't get rid of the Fail Whale - it's iconic now. Tonight Jade prepares us for the new features as the #newtwitter roll out happens.

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Interview: Diff'rent Strokes with Jade & Dave

This has to be the biggest, most decadent vanity trip Jade and Dave has ever been on.

After close to three years of peddling Diff'rent Strokes on air, for the first time ever tonight, you'll get to sneak behind the panels and hear Jade and Dave's side of the story.

(Vintage Diff'rent Strokes: circa SYN 90.7)

AfterEllen blogger Heather Hogan caught up with our dynamic duo to chat about how Diff'rent Strokes came about, their friendship and why Dave won't get into Skins.

So make yourself a hot cocoa, sit back and enjoy Jade and Dave's This Is Your Life moment.

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Florrie Interview, Ping and Music Television

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... it's all about music and its new best partner in crime, the internet.

MUSIC:

Jade and Dave chats with up-and-coming pop artist Florrie about her sound, those pesky Annie comparisons and why she's giving her music away for free.

Read the full interview on Dave's pop music blog: Feed Limmy.

ONLINE:

The world's #1 music store has just gotten more social! Apple's iTunes 10 unveils a new social networking function called Ping - we send Jade in for a test drive to tell us what it's about, who's on it and should we bother.

TV:

Jade and Dave discuss the relevance of music television today - how the emergence of YouTube has affected shows like Rage and Video Hitz, and the evolution of music channels since our childhood.

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Who Do You Think You Are?, Rophy Does and Foals

This week on Diff'rent Strokes... we've got a special interview with Rin and Sophy of the Rophy Does fame!

TV:

Who Do You Think You Are? Cue Spice Girls. No? Not this time? This week Dave puts aside the British pop and checks out the genealogy documentary show about celebrities tracing their family tree. Some of the personalities who have featured on the show include: Sarah Jessica Parker, Lisa Kudrow, Cathy Freeman, Spike Lee and Jeremy Clarkson.

ONLINE:

Rophy Does deal out the lols. Check out our special interview with Sophy and Rin tonight as we discuss how their blog came about, Heather Hogan and the Rophy Does signature TV episode recaps.

MUSIC:

Jade is reviewing Foals' new album Total Life Forever. Tune in to hear her thoughts on the British indie rockers and her picks of the LP.

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