Love, Canberra

Christina Lee's sister Gayoun motivates and drives Christina - from the biggest decisions she's made, to her day to day existence. Gayoun died when Christina was two years old. Here, Christina tells the story of what happened and why Gayoun has been so influential in her life. Show notes The sound quality of the interview is not as good as usual - apologies! Music Intro and outro music is by ProleteR: April Showers and Don’t Mean a Thing Interstitial music - Blue Dot Sessions: Palms down, An opus in Bb Cryptic scenery: The glacial age Mr.ruiZ: A rush of blood to the heart Origami Repetika: One Two 3 4 Pictures of the Floating World: Death's Head REW: Enceladus Sergey Cheremisinov: To live, Young wind Serge Quadrado: Lazy day, Light emotion,

Christina Lee's sister Gayoun motivates and drives Christina - from the biggest decisions she's made, to her day to day existence. Gayoun died when Christina was two years old. Here, Christina tells the story of what happened and why Gayoun has been so influential in her life.

Sue has always liked animals more than people. And horses the most of all animals. Her horses helped her get through a particularly tough time when she was working, studying, and living with her husband for a year after they'd separated. If you love horses, this is definitely the episode for you. And if you don't - well, this might just convert you. Show notes Thank you to Sue, for having me out at her property to meet her horses. You can find photos of them here on the blog. And a huge thank you to Doug, her ex-husband, for introducing me to Sue! Music Intro and outro music is by ProleteR: April Showers and Don’t Mean a Thing Interstitial music - Blue Dot Sessions: Borough, Calisson, Ranch hand Sergey Cheremisinov: To Live Chad Crouch: Grove Melody (Instrumental) Kai Engel: Arctica, Lesicia Tattooed Preacher: In the Dirt

Sue has always liked animals more than people. And horses the most of all animals. Her horses helped her get through a particularly tough year when she was working, studying, and living with her husband after they'd separated. If you love horses, this is definitely the episode for you. And if you don't - well, this might just convert you.

Chery and Glen were in their 20s and in love. They thought they had their whole life ahead of them and that it would take the trajectory of any other ordinary life. But then illness struck, and it changed all their plans. Chery reflects on the hell of a ride they’ve been on. It’s been a bumpy road, but at least they’ve had each other. Show notes Love, Canberra is now an occasional podcast! This means episodes won’t be published on a regular schedule, but as stories come to me. Please stay subscribed to catch the next episode when it’s out, sometime in the not-too distant future. If you have a story you’d like to share, do get in touch: lovecanberrapodcast @ gmail Music Intro and outro music is by ProleteR: April Showers and Don’t Mean a Thing Interstitial music - Blue Dot Sessions: Plasticity, Building the sled Monplaisir: Be a good punk, Check Soft and Furious: Superconnected sleep Broke for Free: Night owl Alpha Hydrae: Friends and apples Stenifer: Le temps passe et ca va

Chery and Glen were in their 20s and in love. They thought they had their whole life ahead of them and that it would take the trajectory of any other ordinary life. But then illness struck, and it changed all their plans. Chery reflects on the hell of a ride they’ve been on. It’s been a bumpy road, but at least they’ve had each other.

Simon has been in three serious relationships. In all three, he suffered domestic abuse. Here, he reflects on what he went through, and talks about the book he wrote inspired by his experiences - for which he interviewed over 200 abusers. CW: This episode contains graphic descriptions of abuse. Music Intro music is by ProleteR: April Showers Interstitial music - Blue Dot Sessions: Rodney Skopes Kai Engel: Cobweb morning, Plague, Aspirato, Marée Soft and Furious: Superconnected sleep Hinterheim: Sednoseterces Pictures of the Floating World: Sometimes it shines

Simon has been in three serious relationships. In all three, he suffered domestic abuse. Here, Simon reflects on what he went through, and talks about the book he wrote inspired by his experiences - for which he interviewed over 200 abusers. CW: This episode contains graphic descriptions of abuse.

Matthew had been dating Sammy for about a year when she abruptly moved back to China. After some months, she admitted she was pregnant - with his child. Matthew has since been going through the visa process to have them live together in Australia as a family. Show notes Happy Father’s Day..! Music Intro music is by ProleteR: April Showers Interstitial music - Stenifer: Eyeliner, Adios Blue Dot Sessions: Building the sled Jon Luc Hefferman: A storm at Eilean Mor, Upbeat

Matthew had been dating Sammy for about a year when she abruptly moved back to China. After some months, she admitted she was pregnant - with his child. Matthew has since been going through the visa process to have them live together in Australia as a family.

UnrulyNerdGirl is 44, Canadian, and a little boy bear. She’s also a domestic service submissive. These identities have, understandably, made dating and relationships rather difficult. Here, UNG helps to demystify age play, and she gives us a peek into her play closet. Show notes We’re back for 2019! Thanks for your patience, everyone :) Inside UnrulyNerdGirl's play closet: some photos. Here’s some recommended reading by UNG: Coming to Power and Coming to Power: The Second Coming by SAMOIS, SM101 by Jay Wiseman, Screw the Roses, Send me the Thorns by Philip Miller and Molly Devon, The Loving Dominant by John Warren, and To Love, To Obey, To Serve by V.M. Johnson. Music Intro music is by ProleteR: April Showers Interstitial music - Eddy: All the way up Blue Dot Sessions: The poplar grove, Slimheart, Temporal slip Podington Bear: Sunset stroll into the wood, 60s quiz show Circus Marcus: The fifth life Monplasir: Jump ! Oh Hi Mark Kai Engel: Holiday gift Chad Crouch: Nocturnal

UnrulyNerdGirl is 44, Canadian, and a little boy bear. She’s also a domestic service submissive. These identities have, understandably, made dating and relationships rather difficult. Here, UNG helps to demystify age play, and she gives us a peek into her play closet.

It would not be an overstatement to call the story of Gaby and Kon’s relationship an epic. Theirs is a tale of young love, family conflict, a separation and reunion - and more besides. Cultural difference and similarity are the constants in their story, which they tell here. Show notes: + This is the last episode for the year! Apologies for the late delivery. Take a look here to see why it took so long! + This episode, as with all episodes, was written, edited, produced by me, Evana Ho. A big thanks goes to my friend Kimmo (KV Productions) for some last minute noise reduction assistance! Music: Intro music is by ProleteR: April Showers Interstitial music - + Björn Skogsberg: Opa Opa 1, Opa Opa 2 + Cacti: Time To Wake Up (Instrumental Version) + airtone: nightRain + Podington Bear: Blue Blanket + Lee Rosevere: Memories + Stefan Netsman: Quentino 5 STEMS INSTRUMENTS + Kevin Macleod: Fresh Air + Jonatan Järpehag: Taste Of Coffee + Håkan Eriksson: Dust Bowl 2 + Teddy Bergström: Small Moments 1 + Emily Rubye: He Made It + Martin Carlberg: Crazy Good STEMS INSTRUMENTS (today’s outro)

It would not be an overstatement to call the story of Gaby and Kon’s relationship an epic. Theirs is a tale of young love, family conflict, a separation and reunion - and more besides. Cultural difference and similarity are the constants in their story, which they tell here. Show notes: + This is the last episode for the year! Apologies for the late delivery. Take a look here to see why it took so long:...

Join me for the auspicious occasion of Ken and Katy's wedding. Stay for the reception and after-party. I meet my friend Ken's parents and truly lovely new partner in life. I talk to his friends about their relationships and views on marriage. Finally, I hear from Ken on life as a newlywed. Show notes: + A HUGE thank you to Ken and Katy for letting me record at their wedding for this episode <3 + A big apology for the lateness of this! Music: Intro and outro music is by ProleteR: April Showers and Don't Mean a Thing Interstitial music - + Mendelssohn: Wedding March + Bladverk Band: Alma, To Stella

Join me for the auspicious occasion of Ken and Katy's wedding. Stay for the reception and after-party. I meet my friend Ken's parents and truly lovely new partner in life. I talk to his friends about their relationships and views on marriage. Finally, I hear from Ken on life as a newlywed, Show notes: + A HUGE thank you to Ken and Katy for letting me record at their wedding for this episode <3 + A big apology for the lateness of this! Music: Intro and outro music is by ProleteR: April...

One day, while browsing Craigslist's 'Personals' section, I came across a post titled 'Ugly female seeking handsome male'. I contacted the author, and this is her story. Show notes: + Olivia's 'Ugly female seeking handsome male' post on Craigslist, plus the last one of hers I saw. +RIP Craigslist's 'Personals' section. We'll miss you. Read Vox's piece on the FOSTA-SESTA, which explains why it closed. + Blog post accompanying this episode, All the Time in the World. + See you in six weeks! Music: Intro and outro music is by ProleteR: April Showers and Don't Mean a Thing Interstitial music - + Stefan Netsman: Sun Records 5 + Johan Hynynen: Speak Low, Walking South + Gunnar Johnsén: Empty Streets, Soft Mood 1 + Gavin Luke: Immersion + Kevin Macleod: Fresh Air + Blue Dot Sessions: In Paler Skies, Fifteen Street + Podington Bear: Blue Blanket, All the Ways + Push N' Glide: Candy Floss STEMS DRUMS, U Cray + Monplaisir - IF + Sven Karlsson: Billyrocka 2 STEMS INSTRUMENTS + Johan Hynynen: Two More

One day, while browsing Craigslist's 'Personals' section, I came across a post titled 'Ugly female seeking handsome male'. I contacted the author, and this is her story. Show notes: + View Olivia's 'Ugly female seeking handsome male' post on Craigslist, plus the last one of hers I saw, on the podcast blog. + My blog post accompanying this episode, All the Time in the World: https://bit.ly/2JEgyIV + See you in six weeks! Music: Intro and outro music is by ProleteR: April Showers and Don't...

Nipuni Wijewickrema is a person who invites strong (positive) adjectives. She is high energy, constantly on the go, and street smart, with an almost unwavering optimism. The young social entrepreneur rose to local celebrity-dom through GG's Flowers, the florist she co-founded with her stepmother when she was just 20 years old. It's premise: to provide meaningful employment opportunities for people with special needs, starting with her sister Gayana, who has Down syndrome. Show notes: + GG's Flowers: www.ggsflowers.com.au + Nip is now 25 years old! We spoke late last year. + Following on from the above, we each got a little confused at times when it came to years and numbers :) Music: Intro and outro music is by ProleteR: April Showers and Don't Mean a Thing Interstitial music - + Monplaisir: AND, Jump ! Oh Hi Mark + Jon Luc Hefferman: Discovery, Curious + Lee Rosevere: Sad Marimba Planet, More On That Later, 4th Ave Walkup + Kai Engel: Scenery + Marisa Anderson: Amazing Grace

Nipuni Wijewickrema is a person who invites strong (positive) adjectives. She is high energy, constantly on the go, and street smart, with an almost unwavering optimism. The young social entrepreneur rose to local celebrity-dom through GG's Flowers, the florist she co-founded with her stepmother when she was just 20 years old. Its premise: to provide meaningful employment opportunities for people with special needs, starting with her sister Gayana, who has Down syndrome. Show notes: + GG's...